DISCOVER CALGARY
- Population of 1.4 Million
- 150 years old
- The third most diverse city in Canada – proudly home to 240 ethnic origins where 165 languages are spoken
- Home to the Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth – the Calgary Stampede founded in 1912
- One hour drive to the majestic Canadian Rockies – you can see them from Calgary
- Home to eight professional sport teams in hockey, football, soccer, basketball, and lacrosse
- A rich artistic heritage including over a dozen theatres of live performances, Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra, Alberta Ballet, and more than 80 festivals and celebrations annually
- An incredible culinary scene. Yes, you will be treated to our famous Alberta beef, but don’t miss out on the hundreds of delicious ethnic cuisine experiences
- Home to the most extensive urban pathway and bikeway in North America with 1,000 kilometers (620 miles) of regional pathways and 98 kilometers (61 miles) of trails
- Built along the Bow River – world-renowned for trout fishing
- A green-space mecca with 76 urban parks and gardens in the city limits
We’ll stop there and trust it’s the start to enticing you to visit us in 2027.
Wondering About Our Weather in May…
May is one of our favourite months – Mother Nature is waking up from her winter hibernation and warmly embracing us as we head into summer. The leaves on the trees are popping a new lime green colour. The early flowers like tulips, irises, and crocuses are in full bloom. We are shedding our down-filled jackets, toques (it’s a Canadian thing), and woolly socks for shorts, t-shirts, and yes – sandals (ok, maybe with socks).
The average temperature in Calgary in May is a very pleasant 65 degrees F or 18 degrees C.
Our warm Calgary spring celebrates renewed energy as our days get longer – much longer. Sunset will occur at 9:11 PM on May 9, 2027 (Google it!). This is a natural phenomenon for us – we play 18 holes of golf AFTER a full day’s work. Many southern Skal members do not experience this incredible extended daylight at home. So come experience it in Calgary!
