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Meetings & Conventions Calgary

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Hotels100
Convention center46,452 sq. m
Guest Rooms15,400
Guest rooms at 1 hotel525 guest rooms
Special event venues70
Average room rateCA$204.00
Restaurants—
Daily food cost—
Occupancy rate—
Tax rate5%
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Meetings & Conventions Calgary

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Why Calgary

Calgary is a boutique size destination with big-city energy. Recognized globally for our volunteerism, entrepreneurial spirit and community pride, Calgarians are the ultimate hosts. Along with our famous hospitality, our visitors enjoy uncompromised convenience in a vibrant meeting at the doorstep of the majestic Canadian Rocky Mountains. As an attendee, you will have plenty to see and do, whether it's taking part in one of the 700-plus annual cultural events, experiencing the tastes at over 6,000 restaurants, shopping at hundreds of unique retail shops, enjoying the city's arts and entertainment scene or exploring urban parks and river pathways.

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Need dates

  • 01/01/2020 – 03/31/2020
  • 07/13/2020 – 08/31/2020
  • 01/01/2021 – 03/31/2021

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Distance from airport

  • Calgary International Airport (YYC)

    18 km from city center

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Local Attractions

New Central Library

Recreation
Calgary's new Central Library opened in November 2018 and has quickly captured the hearts of Calgarians and their visitors. The building goes well beyond just a library, featuring free recording and production studios for audio and video projects, a performance hall, 30 meetings rooms that can be booked for free, several pieces of public art, a cafe, a restaurant, lots of free programming and more.
800 3 Street SE
Calgary, AB, CA T2G 2E7
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Arts Commons

Theater
Arts Commons is a world-class performing arts and entertainment centre in downtown Calgary. Home to groups such as Theatre Calgary, the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra and One Yellow Rabbit Performance Theatre, Arts Commons’ facilities include the Jack Singer Concert Hall, Martha Cohen Theatre, the Engineered Air Theatre and numerous flexible space for events of any description.
205 8 Avenue SE
Calgary, AB, CA T2G 0K9
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Calgary Tower

Recreation
Located 191 metres above the downtown core, the Calgary Tower offers the best view in the city and is a must-see on any visitor's itinerary. On the Observation Deck you'll experience a spectacular 360° view of the bustling city, the majestic Rocky Mountains, the foothills, and the prairies. Stand on the amazing glass floor for a birds-eye view of the city streets below. Enjoy a complimentary tour and learn about Calgary's history, landmarks, and future plans.
101 9 Avenue SW
Calgary, AB, CA T2P 1J9
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Spruce Meadows

Recreation
This picturesque complex has captivated worldwide show jumping audiences. It is also one of Canada’s premier centres for conferences, business meetings and special events. Spruce Meadows blends the discipline of sport with the communication of international commerce and the goodwill of visitors. The Congress Hall offers 12,000 sq. ft. of specially designed space, with flexibility to handle meetings and events ranging from small to large.
18011 Spruce Meadows Way SW
Calgary, AB, CA T2X 4B7
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Studio Bell, Home of the National Music Centre

Museum
Studio Bell is dedicated to discovering, understanding, making and appreciating Canadian music. The centre offers ear-opening, hands-on exhibits and events for people of all ages and interests in an architecturally intriguing building in Calgary’s East Village.
850 4 Street SE
Calgary, AB, CA T2G 1R1
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Fort Calgary

Historical landmark
History is alive at Fort Calgary, the city’s birthplace. An authentic historical setting for meaningful and memorable events in a variety of indoor spaces: Officers’ Mess, Main Floor Barracks and Interpretive Centre. The Fort overlooks the confluence of the Bow and Elbow rivers and is on the eastern edge of East Village, a newly revitalized downtown community. With its full-service meeting and banquet facilities and flexible setting, Fort Calgary has a well-earned reputation for western hospitality.
750 9 Avenue SE
Calgary, AB, CA T2G 5E1
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Canada's Sports Hall of Fame

Museum
Opened in July 2011, Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame was relocated from Toronto to WinSport at Canada Olympic Park. Its exhibits tell the compelling stories of more than 500 of Canada’s sports heroes and are set in a state-of-the-art building that can host events for up to 250.
169 Canada Olympic Road SW
Calgary, AB, CA T3B 6B7
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Stampede Park

Convention center
The official home of the Calgary Exhibition and Stampede, Stampede Park is a multi-purpose group of facilities, with over 450,000 sq. ft. of flexible space. Situated on the southern shoulder of downtown Calgary, the site has two light rail transit stations and parking for more than 4,000 vehicles. Each year Stampede Park hosts trade and consumer shows, meetings, conferences, banquets, special events, concerts and sporting events.
20 Roundup Way SW
Calgary, AB, CA T2G 2W1
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Convention Centers

  • Calgary TELUS Convention Centre

    Whether you're planning a meeting for 20 or a conference for 2,500, the Calgary TELUS Convention Centre will make your job a little bit easier. Entice delegates with our fantastic location - just minutes away from the Canadian Rockies.

  • Calgary Stampede

    Every year, Calgary Stampede host hundreds of events, welcome more than 700,000 guests and show each and every one of them our own special brand of western hospitality. We're experts at managing world-class events for more than 50 years.

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Additional Information

Our in-depth expertise and timely information will help you evaluate and choose from our wide range of meeting and accommodation venues. We’ll support you throughout your planning process and the promotion of your event with proven attendance-building tools and services, such as: • Finding meeting rooms, exhibition halls and hotel rooms which best suit your needs • Coordination of your requests for proposals with hotels, venues, DMCs and PCOs • Production of bid documents • Recommendations on rate negotiations and site availability • Assistance in finding and securing financing from the public or private sector • Assistance of a convention services manager • Assistance in identifying local leaders and setting up a local organizing committee • Development of customized promotional tools tailored to you • Assistance in logistical support and organizing pre/post/spouse programs

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