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It’s Trojan summer, and with the release of a certain highly anticipated epic blockbuster, Jimmy The Greek is creating its own Odysseus-inspired designs to help Torontonians have a fun night out at the movies. We all know the story of how Odysseus snuck his army into Troy by hiding in a wooden horse before beginning his epic odyssey home.

KDays is Edmonton’s annual summer festival, taking over the city with games, concerts, and fun all around. That time of year has come around once again, and the gates are finally opening to the public. I’ve gone to this festival a couple of times myself. It’s almost a tradition to go at least once if you truly call yourself an Edmontonian. With an endless cascade of experiences, it’s so much fun with friends, family, or a date.

Alberta is no stranger to Hollywood productions, but one small town in particular has become one of the province’s most recognizable filming locations. Fort Macleod’s historic streets, preserved buildings, and western charm have caught the attention of Hollywood producers over the years, with the southern Alberta community appearing as the backdrop for major film and TV productions.

Calgary is surrounded by farms, wildlife parks, and petting zoos, offering some of the best animal experiences around. You can meet everything from Highland cows and alpacas to sloths and tortoises. Whether you’re looking for a hands-on experience, a chance to learn more about rescued wildlife or just an excuse to spend some time in the sunshine, the city has no shortage of ways to make that happen.

The Coffee Room by Nespresso is a pop-up being rolled out across Canada this summer that invites each city to experience an exciting immersion into Nespresso’s coffee worlds. Through a social-club-style activation, The Coffee Room is designed to turn everyday coffee rituals into exploration and discovery. Taking over 101–107 E 3rd Ave.

The FIFA World Cup is coming to an end this weekend, and on Sunday, we will see who comes out on top. Is it the Messi-led powerhouse football team, Argentina? Or La Roja, the dominating Spain national football team? Both Saturday and Sunday will see first-place and third-place winners, and of course, we need to see all the action. If you’ve been catching all the games this summer at some of your favourite spots, we have a few more you might want to check out.

Waking up before sunrise is definitely not the easiest thing to do, but some views are worth setting the alarm for. The Moraine Lake Sunrise Tour gives visitors a chance to see one of Alberta’s most iconic views before the crowds arrive. Located in Banff National Park, Moraine Lake is known for its bright turquoise water and surrounding mountain peaks. And while the lake is stunning at any time of day, seeing it in the quiet morning hours is a completely different experience.

One of Toronto’s most popular summer traditions is officially back in The Beaches, bringing live music and hundreds of visitors to Queen Street East for three nights of entertainment. The Beaches Jazz StreetFest, part of the month-long Beaches Jazz Festival, returns next week with a bunch of live performances, transforming a stretch of Queen Street East between Woodbine Avenue and Beech Avenue into a pedestrian-only zone.

This August, Calgary’s Greenview Industrial District will transform into a two-day festival celebrating all things wonderfully weird. The Tango 2 Echo Festival is returning for its eighth year, bringing together local businesses, community, live music and art for a weekend unlike anything you’ve seen before. The event will fill the park with custom vehicles, creative displays, food, and activities that give Calgarians a reason to check out a part of the city they might normally drive past.

Acro Canine Crew hails from Edmonton, and they’ve been representing the city well on America’s Got Talent, enough to garner the coveted Golden Buzzer. Before they head back to Los Angeles for the America’s Got Talent quarter-finals, Acro Canine Crew will be on stage for one unforgettable day, celebrating with the community that’s been cheering them on every step of the way. These three performances will take place on Friday, July 31, taking over West Edmonton Mall with their incredible energy.