The Tipsy Trail: The Iconic 17th Avenue Bar Crawl

Written for Midlife Crisis by Alyssa.

Calgary is a vibrant city located in the province of Alberta, Canada. Nestled in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, it's about an hour's drive from the stunning Banff National Park. Calgary is known for its beautiful landscapes, including prairies, mountains, and rivers. 17th Avenue, is one of Calgary's most iconic streets, affectionately known as the Red Mile from the Calgary Flames' Stanley Cup finals run in 2004.

The Tipsy Trail Rules: To make the most of this bar crawl, there are two simple rules to follow. 1. You MUST visit ALL 10 bars, 2. You MUST have a drink at EACH bar.

#1 Porch

• Drink Recommendation: Tiki Punch.

#2 Trolley 5 Brewpub

• Drink Recommendation: BEER
  

#3 Ricardo's Hideaway

• Drink Recommendation: Piña Colada

#4 National on 17th

• Drink Recommendation: National Lager

#5 The Ship and Anchor

• Drink Recommendation: Club Mate

#6 Cleaver

• Drink Recommendation: Gin Basil Smash

#7 One Night Stan’s

• Drink Recommendation: Spicy Ancho Lemonade

#8 The Living Room

• Drink Recommendation: SHAFT!

#9 Lulu Bar

• Drink Recommendation: Nine Lives

#10 PinBar

• Drink Recommendation: Fishbowl

Food Stop: Una Pizza, they have a walk-in - by the slice option. I recommend the margarita pizza with the spicy chili oil. Pace yourself, stay hydrated, and most importantly, have fun! Cheers to an unforgettable night on 17th!