Timeline
16:28
Stop at Good Trade Coffee Company for a warm drink. The café is open until 17:00, so you have plenty of time to grab a seat and warm up before heading out.
16:48
Walk to Riley Park. Arrive just before the sun dips below the horizon. The park offers a quiet, elevated vantage point to watch the sky shift colors as the city lights begin to flicker on in the distance.
17:43
Head to Hayden Block Smoke & Whiskey for dinner. This smoked meat restaurant serves Texas-style brisket and ribs with whiskey cocktails. It is open until 01:00 on weekdays, making it a perfect spot for a hearty evening meal.
18:43
End the night at Hexagon Board Game Cafe. After dinner, unwind with a game in a cozy, welcoming atmosphere. The café serves alcoholic drinks and stays open late, perfect for a relaxed finish to the evening.
Local tip
The walk from Riley Park to Hayden Block is short and straightforward. If you prefer a lighter meal, Sunnyside Natural Market is also nearby and open until 19:00, though it closes before the evening wind sets in.
Check before you go
- Good Trade Coffee Company closes at 17:00.
- Sunnyside Natural Market closes at 19:00.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Calgary (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).