Things to do in Calgary this week: July 19–25
The touring production of Clue anchors the stage all week; Nate Bargatze and Josh Johnson bring comedy Saturday; the SexBomb Girls close out the weekend at the Grey Eagle.
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This week is a study in contrasts: the first half drowns in drizzle and cool air, but Saturday clears to 32 degrees and sunshine. Plan accordingly. Monday through Friday stay grey and damp, with Wednesday's rain showers and Thursday's lingering drizzle making it a run-indoors stretch. Save your outdoor momentum for the weekend.
Clue arrives at the Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium for six performances between Monday, July 21 and Friday, July 25—a touring production of the board-game-turned-film mystery that has earned its place as the week's cultural anchor. If you have not caught this one on stage, the run gives you a window to do it before it moves on.
Stuff You Should Know Live—the live recording of the massively popular podcast—lands at the Jack Singer Concert Hall on Friday, July 24 at 7:00 PM. If you follow the show at all, this is the rare chance to hear Josh Clark and Chuck Bryant record in front of a Calgary crowd. The same venue hosts comedian Josh Johnson on Saturday, July 25 with two performances at 5:00 PM and another later slot, giving you flexibility if the day fills up with other plans.
Stand-up comic Nate Bargatze takes the stage at the Saddledome on Saturday, July 25 at 7:00 PM. Bargatze is an American comedian known for his clean material and deadpan monotone delivery—the kind of show that lands best if you are in the mood to sit and listen rather than shout along. Also Saturday night, the SexBomb Girls perform at the Grey Eagle Event Centre at 7:00 PM. The Filipino girl group, formed in 1999 by dance guru Joy Cancio, rode the Pinoy pop wave to prominence with their novelty music and stage energy; this is the kind of show that thrives on a Saturday night crowd.
Sports fans have two windows: the Calgary Surge host Saskatoon Mamba at WinSport Event Centre on Sunday, July 19 at 4:00 PM, and then Vancouver Bandits come to town Tuesday, July 21 at 7:30 PM for another Surge matchup. Both are lacrosse.
Beyond the stage, An Sang has opened on the Red Mile—17th Avenue SW now has Vietnamese breakfast in the mix, with pho as the centrepiece of their morning menu. If you are emerging from a rainy Wednesday or Thursday morning in need of comfort, this is the move. For Friday night after Stuff You Should Know wraps, head to Pigeonhole Downtown for a glass and a wind-down before the weekend proper begins.
Italian Centre Shop opened its second Calgary location Wednesday at Northland Village Mall with 22,000 square feet of European goods, deli meats, imported cheeses, and made-to-order pizzas. If you have been meaning to explore their full range beyond their original spot, the new location is now open.
With Saturday's clear skies and warm weather, this is the one night the week offers without compromise. If you have a single night to spare, spend it with Nate Bargatze at the Saddledome—dry, entertaining, and unapologetic.
The facts
What's playing at the Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium this week?
Clue, a touring production of the board-game-turned-film mystery, runs at the Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium from Monday, July 20 through Friday, July 24.
When is Stuff You Should Know Live in Calgary?
Stuff You Should Know Live records at the Jack Singer Concert Hall on Friday, July 24 at 7:00 PM, featuring Josh Clark and Chuck Bryant.
What new restaurant opened on the Red Mile?
An Sang, a Vietnamese breakfast restaurant, has opened on 17th Avenue SW with pho as the centrepiece of their morning menu.
When did Italian Centre Shop open its second location?
Italian Centre Shop opened its second Calgary location on Wednesday, July 22 at Northland Village Mall, featuring 22,000 square feet of European goods, deli meats, imported cheeses, and made-to-order pizzas.
