Best Comedy Club in Downtown East Village Area

"Located on the second floor of the Elbow River Casino, Yuk Yuk’s is one of the most well-known comedy clubs in the city, with a pro-amateur open-mic night every Wednesday where you can discover your new favourite comedian (or tighten your own set). There’s an underground parkade for patrons free of charge (accessible via 18th Ave. S.E.) and a public parking lot on the south side of the casino. It’s also a short walk from the Stampede CTrain station."

"When it comes to stand-up comedy, there are few other places in Calgary that does it as good as Yuk Yuk's Comedy Club. Located on the second level of the Elbow River Casino in Victoria Park, Yuk Yuk's is a great place to start off the night with a show by a wide variety of comedians ranging from world pro's to local talent. Learn more and maybe participate in the Calgary Activities at Yuk Yuk's Comedy Club."

"A comedy show is a great way to break the ice — just don’t sit right next to the stage if you don’t want to be called out by the comedians. Yuk Yuk’s hosts some of Canada’s most well known and up-and-coming talent. Most nights there’s both an early show and a late-night show (the later show usually being the rowdier of the two)."

"Blind Beggar Pub is a modern British bar where you can enjoy live music sessions with amazing food and drinks. This place will make you feel right in Britain with its convivial ambiance and warm hospitality. Look out for jam nights as it is just one of the reasons why you would keep coming back for more."

"Located near Victoria Park train station, Elbow River Casino will entertain you with its comedy and live music shows. So whenever you’re up for taking a break from their endless gambling slot machines and table games, you’re free to just dance the night away to your favorite songs. If you can’t get enough of gambling, feel free to try your luck in their round the clock poker room."

"At 218 18th Ave SE, Elbow River Casino is traveler’s dream if you are coming in from Victoria Park Train Station (just a block away!). This casino features a poker room that is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Elbow river has roulette tables with some minimum bets as low as $0.50, and for visitors with a large party, you can even request a private table!"

"The Comedy Cave hosts performers Tuesday through Sunday and also offers dinner-and-show packages for large groups. You can make reservations in advance but your spot is only guaranteed for up to 45 minutes before the show. The Comedy Cave also enforces a two-drink- (or $7.50) minimum-per-person rule."

"Located within the Blackfoot Hotel, the Laugh Shop hosts performers Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays in its 300-capacity room. Shows usually include a well-known marquee act with locals and emerging performers as the openers. The Laugh Shop has partnered with the hotel to offer dinner-and-a-show packages."

"Stuck for date ideas, or just want somewhere to while away a few hours?. TD Square (located inside the Core Shopping Centre) is one of Calgary’s finer shopping spaces, designed with stone floors, natural light and a series of water fountains dotted around the food court. Recommended by local insider Yamila Godoy"

"CrossIron Mills is the spot to shop if you're looking for outlet savings or big brand stores you won't find elsewhere in the city. With 100 outlets and over 200 stores, CrossIron Mills has everything from deals at upscale retailers like Saks Fifth Avenue Off Fifth to the outdoor outfitter Bass Pro Shops. Bass Pro Shops is a truly unique shopping experience, with antiques, artifacts, trophy fish and wildlife, and Alberta murals throughout 150,000 square feet of adventurous entertainment."

"If you’re passing through Rocky View County, stop off at CrossIron Mills, Alberta’s largest single-level shopping mall. It’s a family-friendly favourite, with sections separated into different “neighborhoods”, including the sports neighborhood, ranch neighborhood, fashion neighborhood and resources neighborhood. If you’re here for entertainment, check out the Rodeo Court and the Wind Court, where you can peek into Alberta’s heritage of rodeos and folklore."

"Cross Iron Mills is the newest shopping mall addition to the Calgary region. Located just north of the city in between Calgary and Airdrie, it takes about 5 to 10 minutes to reach from the city limits and offers an outlet shopping experience like no other in the region. Cross Iron Mills is home to over 200 restaurants, shops and services, making the trip out well worth it."

"This family-friendly joint across from McMahon Stadium has been serving Greek-inspired pizza and steak since 1979. Along with old standbys, like fish and chips and chicken fingers, the kid’s menu has steak sliders. 2430 Crowchild Trail N.W., 403-282-9278, nickssteakandpizza.com"

"Since arriving in Canada in 1956, A&W has become a market leader, introducing mouthwatering menu items such as the phenomenally successful Teen Burger, one-of-a-kind fresh handmade onion rings, the popular Mozza Burger, and breakfast menu items inc..."

"Earls Westhills has an excellent patio space for groups of all sorts. Whether you’re with the family, friends or co-workers, this patio space as comfortable as it gets with spacious seating, large tables and even larger table umbrellas. It’s also sectioned off from the outside of the restaurant, providing more of a personal and intimate setting for you and company."

"In addition to being Calgary’s newest dog park, Connaught is also one of the best. It’s an urban park, which sets it apart from most other parks in the city. Although the size of the park is rather small, its design is nifty."

"Stanley Park is a popular inner city park with lots to offer visitors, including outdoor BBQ areas, a baseball diamond, public swimming pool, wading pool, open green areas and Elbow River access. It's an excellent place to go if you want to outdoor BBQ, play games on an open field, launch your boat onto the Elbow River or perhaps sit poolside and enjoy the warmth of the sun. You could even park your car at the Repsol Sport Centre and run to Stanley Park or vice versa for a work out along the connecting paved pathways."

"Carburn Park is a vast natural area park along the Bow River with three man-made wetlands, a regional trail, and plenty of birds, waterfowl, and wildflowers to see. Senator Patrick Burns’ expansive prairie empire included Carburn Park, which was once the right-of-way for a train line that was to run between Calgary and Montana. Carburn Park was founded in the 1970s, and its name derives from “Carburn Aggregates,” the firm that purchased most of the land and built the ponds."

"This southeast Calgary park preserves wildlife habitats and ecosystems and is home to numerous wildlife, waterfowl, and wildflowers. Carburn Park features three man-made ponds, a pathway system, picnic sites, and spots for fishing."