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Curiosities and Oddities Calgary Walking Tour
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Curiosities and Oddities Walking Tour

Friday, August 14, 2026 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
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Event Description

Calgary Walking Tour Where the Strange Side of History Comes to Life!

Think you know history? Think again.

Were women really tied to railway tracks by villains? Why do weathervanes feature roosters? And was it really the gun that won the Wild West?

On the Curiosities and Oddities Walking Tour, you’ll explore the strangest corners of Heritage Park on a 1.5-hour guided walk. Starting at the Engineered Air Gazebo, you’ll visit places like the Prince House, Wing Chong Laundry, and Gledhill’s Pharmacy—each one packed with bizarre facts, hidden tales, and curious relics.

 

On this tour you'll visit

  • The Engineered Air Gazebo — your starting point
  • The Prince House
  • Wing Chong Laundry
  • Gledhill's Pharmacy
  • ...and other curious corners of the Village

Strange stories. Fascinating facts. Unforgettable fun.

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Members save 15%. Annual Members and Heritage Club VIPs receive 15% off — contact Guest Services at 403.268.8500 for your code to redeem at checkout.

“From medical marvels to frontier myths, every stop offers a quirky twist from the past.”

Know Before You Go

  • Event Access

    When guests arrive, they should proceed to the gazebo in Heritage Plaza, located in front of Gasoline Alley Museum. Guests should have their Showpass tickets ready to be scanned, either from their phone or printed. From there, they will meet with their tour guide, check-in, and embark on their tour.

  • Parking

    Paid parking is available at Heritage Park, with 90-minute complimentary parking available. Learn More.

  • Getting to Heritage Park

    There are plenty of ways to get to the Park, whether that be on foot, via transit, or driving. Click here to find the way that works for you!

  • What to Wear

    Comfortable walking shoes and clothing suitable for the weather.

  • Refund Policy

    Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable to a future date. In the event the tour is cancelled by Heritage Park, guests are eligible for a full refund or date transfer upon request.

Visit Heritage Park

1900 Heritage DR. S.W. Calgary, Alberta, Canada T2V 2X3

Email: info@heritagepark.ca
Phone: 403.268.8500

There are plenty of ways to get to the Park, whether that be on foot, via transit, or driving. Click here to find the way that works for you!