Bridlewood is a residential neighbourhood in south Calgary, established in 1997. It sits just north of Spruce Meadows, the world-famous show jumping venue, and is served by the Shawnessy-Bridlewood Community Association.
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Guide To Bridlewood
Parks And River
Bridlewood’s parks and pathways connect to the surrounding south Calgary green spaces. Spruce Meadows, the international equestrian venue, is just south of the neighbourhood.
Main Street
Shawnessy Town Centre and the shops along 162 Avenue SW serve Bridlewood residents. There is no Business Improvement Area in Bridlewood.
Community Resources
The Shawnessy-Bridlewood Community Association serves the area. Find schools and services through the City community profile.
Explore The Area
Visit Spruce Meadows for show jumping tournaments, or shop at Shawnessy Town Centre. Open Bridlewood in Google Maps.
Public Transit
Public Transit (Calgary Transit) does serve the area, as well as cabs/taxis and Uber.
Is there a c-train station?: No
Main bus route: #78 Sundance / Chaparral
Outreach/Support
There are some resources in Bridlewood but make sure you’ve reached out to the Calgary Food Bank first, as well as 211.
Bridlewood news and updates
City of Calgary newsroom: Bridlewood
Source: City of Calgary Newsroom
History Of Bridlewood
Bridlewood was established in 1997 as south Calgary expanded toward Spruce Meadows. The neighbourhood is served by the Shawnessy-Bridlewood Community Association and sits near the Shawnessy CTrain station area.
WikipediaLocal Organizations
Business Association
There is no Business Improvement Area or Business Revitalization Zone in this neighbourhood.
Shawnessy-bridlewood Community Association
Community association: mysbcacalgary.wordpress.com
Ward 13 Councillor
Dan McLean
Ward 13 Councillor
Elected October 20, 2025
Dan McLean was elected as the Ward 13 councillor in the October 20, 2025 municipal election.