Tourism in Calgary has reached new heights, with more than 8.7 million visitors flocking to the city this year.

Tourism Calgary says 2026 is shaping up to be even busier, thanks to a surge in conventions, conferences, and international travel.

Visitors like Ian Bowler, attending the 4H National Members Forum from Ontario, say Calgary offers something special.

“I really enjoy the feel here. It’s so much different, but yet there’s just a different vibe that I can’t explain… It’s almost magical, somewhat,” Bowler said.

He is one of more than 70 delegates at the forum, one of countless events that helped boost overall visitor spending by more than four percent compared to last year.

Major gatherings such as the G7 Summit and the World Rotary Convention played a significant role in driving

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