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Saturday, February 15, 2026 - Your daily dose of what's happening in YYC

🌟 WELCOME TO CALGARY NEWSLETTER

This is our first edition, and we're excited to bring you something different for Calgary - a daily newsletter celebrating local stories, hidden gems, and what's actually happening in our city.

Every morning at 7 AM, you'll get the best community stories and events delivered to your inbox. No fluff, no clickbait - just real Calgary content from real Calgarians.

We need your help to make this amazing. Got a story about your favorite local spot? A business that deserves attention? A community initiative making a difference? Submit it here and we'll feature it tomorrow!

📅 HAPPENING TODAY

Calgary Roughnecks vs. Georgia Swarm - PJ Party
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 Scotiabank Saddledome
Wear your pajamas to the game! The Roughnecks take on Georgia in this fun-themed lacrosse night. Perfect for families looking for something different than the usual hockey game. Tickets still available at the door.

Chinese New Year Festival 2026
⏰ 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
📍 Calgary Chinese Cultural Centre (197 1 St SW)
💰 FREE
Experience dragon dances, lion dances, cultural performances, and a bustling vendor market. This is the last day of the first weekend - the festival continues Feb 21-22. Bring the family and celebrate Calgary's vibrant Chinese heritage!

Team Canada FanFest Calgary
⏰ 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
📍 WinSport Event Centre
💰 FREE
FINAL DAY! Watch live Olympic coverage from Milano Cortina 2026, meet Team Canada athletes, try winter sport demonstrations, and enjoy family activities. Don't miss the chance to get autographs and photos with our Olympic heroes.

🎯 THIS WEEK IN CALGARY

Monday, Feb 16 (FAMILY DAY)
• Calgary Hitmen vs. Everett Silvertips @ Saddledome, 1:00 PM
• Free/discounted admission at Calgary Zoo, Heritage Park, Hangar Flight Museum
• Perfect day to explore with the kids!

Thursday, Feb 19
• Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince™ In Concert @ Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium, 7:30 PM
• HARDY: The Country! Country! Tour @ Grey Eagle Event Centre, 7:00 PM

All Month Long
• YYC Hot Chocolate Fest - 200+ cafes featuring signature hot chocolates. Try 3 spots this weekend and vote for your favorite! Supports Calgary Meals on Wheels.

💬 YOUR CALGARY STORY

This week we're asking: What's your favorite hidden gem in Calgary? The spot locals know but tourists miss?

Submit your answer here and we'll feature the best responses in next week's newsletter. Whether it's a secret hiking trail, a hole-in-the-wall restaurant, or a quiet park - we want to hear about it!

🐧 LOCAL TIP OF THE DAY

The Calgary Zoo's King Penguin Walk (where up to 13 penguins waddle through the zoo!) runs until March 15, but it's weather-dependent. Check the zoo's Instagram (@calgaryzoo) before heading out to make sure the penguins are marching today. Pro tip: Arrive 10 minutes early to get a front-row spot!

✍️ SHARE YOUR STORY

This newsletter only works with YOUR stories. Know a great local business? Community initiative? Calgary experience worth sharing?

Submit Your Story →

We review submissions every morning and feature the best ones in tomorrow's newsletter.

That's it for today! See you tomorrow morning.

- Calgary Newsletter Team

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