Facebook Messenger. Locals Overview. Login My Portal. Learn More. Located at the confluence of the Bow and Elbow Rivers, an important traditional gathering place for the Blackfoot Nation, Inglewood is full of charming local restaurants, shops, and historic buildings. Free and paid parking options are available on and off 9th Ave. Subscribe to our Newsletter for More Neighbourhood Scoop!
Visiting some of these restaurants is an experience unto itself, like the stunning gardens of Deane House or the brick-laden firehall which houses the Hose and Hound.
Often considered one of the best burgers in the city, the Inglewood Drive-In boasts a constant line-up in the summer and is perfect for a picnic along the nearby Riverwalk. In-between eating and shopping, a day spent in Inglewood must include a stroll along the Bow River, live music, and a stop at a free contemporary art gallery. The Esker Foundation makes art accessible to all and its rotating exhibits not only educate, but they also create dialogue.
This upscale coffee and wine bar, along with 20 other diverse venues, make up the Music Mile which stretches from Inglewood into the East Village. Both offer up live performances nightly in a setting that will make you think you have landed in Austin or Nashville.
Since , species of birds have been recorded at the Inglewood Bird Sanctuary , an ecological safe haven for birds and other wildlife. Birding fans or anyone looking to slow down in nature will appreciate the walking trails snaking through the wilderness here. Where the Bow River bends and turns south, you will find a water-sport enthusiasts dream β Harvie Passage. In the summer, kayakers, surfers, paddleboarders and even swimmers can be seen playing in the purpose-built channels. Harvie Passage sits on the edge of Pearce Estates Park, which is the perfect summer reprieve, with walking trails, shallow inlets, and plenty of shady spaces for a relaxing picnic.
