YYC Happenings Volume 34
Your guide to fundraisers, events and more.
Kensington and Crossroads - YYC HOT CHOCOLATE FEST
February | Various locations throughout Kensington and Crossroads
YYC Hot Chocolate Fest is back and we are excited that businesses in both Crossroads and Kensington are participating this year with delicious, uniquely crafted hot chocolates.
Each drink is an original creation and features creative flavour combinations and fun twists on the classic hot chocolate. Local businesses and vendors across both neighbourhoods are serving up special drinks you won’t want to miss. It’s the perfect excuse to bundle up, explore the area and support local while enjoying a cozy treat.
Participating Kensington businesses:
Hexagon Café
Vitamin Boba
Poesie Co.
Oolong Tea House
Red’s Diner
Higher Ground Cafe
Good Trade Coffee Company
Yummy Q
AGGÜDO COFFEE ROASTERS
Regal Cat Café
Devile Coffee
Abbey’s Creations
Oxbow
Participating Crossroads businesses:
Big Buns Club
Good Trade
Molcajete
From each hot chocolate sold, $1 or $3 is donated to @calgarymealsonwheels, helping provide nutritious meals to Calgarians in need.
Visit @calgaryhotchocolatefest for participating locations and full festival details.
Mindful Men Association - SUPER BOWL AT NATIONAL at National 10
February 8 | 3:30 p.m. | National National on 10th 341 10th Ave SW
Please join the Mindful Men Association for an unforgettable evening of Football, Prizes, Raffle, 50/50 and support our efforts to meet their goal of raising $50,000 for the Calgary Counselling Centre in support of Men's Mental Health. Donations to support this great cause can be made HERE.
General admission Ticket includes buffet dinner + one drink. Minors accompanied by an adult are welcome. Tickets can be purchased HERE and are not required for those under 12 years old.
Modern Steak - ADULT HAPPY MEALS
February 2 - April 30 | 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.| Stephen Ave | 100 8 Ave SE | 4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.| Southport |10606 Southport Rd SW
Modern Steak has Adult Happy Meals. From February 2 until April 30, you can order off the special Adult Happy Meal menu for lunch or happy hour. Choose your combo from the following:
Damn good fries and a martini for $14
MB Wagyu cheeseburger, fries and adult beverage for $24
Steak Frites and an adult beverage for $29
Don’t miss out on this amazing lunch and happy hour specials! Book your table today at www.modernsteak.ca.
Lougheed House National & Provincial Historic Site - EXCITING EVENTS
February 13 - March 6 |Lougheed House | 707 13th Ave SW
Lougheed House reopens to the public on February 13, kicking off a thrilling month of experiences. Visit the House to celebrate Valentine's Day tea, free family-filled fun on Family Day, informative guided tours and a partnership with Recess Calgary.
Join Lougheed House and Recess Calgary for Imaginarium and tap into imagination with a workshop. Guided by Coach T, participants will reimagine creativity and transform parts of the house into a curiosity shop-style exhibit. The micro-installations will then be displayed throughout at an open house on March 20. This event is free; book your spot for February 27 and for March 6 today!
To plan your next visit and learn more about the events at Lougheed House, visit their website at www.lougheedhouse.com.
National accessArts Centre - NaAC CELEBRATES FUNDRAISING GALA
March 3 | 5:00 p.m. |ENMAX Conservatory| 1300 Zoo Road NE
Join National accessArts for their biggest fundraiser of the year! Support Canada’s oldest and largest disability arts organization by attending their annual gala. The NaAC supports more than 300 artists living with developmental and/or physical disabilities through on-site studio supports and workshops and an even broader community of Canadian artists with disabilities through immersive programs delivered online.
Tickets for this gala are going fast and can be purchased HERE. PARKER PR is proud to be the media sponsor for this event.
For more information on NaAC please visit their website at accessarts.ca.
Youth Singers of Calgary - HEARTS OUT FUNDRAISING GALA
April 11 |6:00 p.m.| The Sheraton Eau Claire| 255 Barclay Parade SW
HEARTS OUT 2026 will celebrate the incredible 40-year legacy of the Youth Singers of Calgary through live entertainment, including a performance by emcee Kate Stevens, a silent auction packed with incredible items and memorabilia, gourmet dining and of course, dancing!
Funds raised through HEARTS OUT will go towards supporting youth, the Youth Singers of Calgary, the ATCO Performing Arts Centre and YSC’s mission to create a permanent community hub for youth and the arts.
Tickets are still available and can be purchased HERE. Get yours before they sell out!
We want to assure the guests that if they are unable to attend the event, tickets are completely transferable.