South Calgary is an inner-city community annexed in 1907 and established in 1914, in the heart of Marda Loop, with its own outdoor pool, community hall and the Giuffre Family Library.
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Guide To South Calgary
Parks And River
The community has its own outdoor pool and green spaces, and the Elbow River pathways are close by.
Main Street
33 and 34 Avenues SW form Marda Loop’s main street, with independent shops, cafes and restaurants. The Marda Loop BIA supports the area’s businesses.
Community Resources
The Marda Loop Communities Association runs programs and events from the community hall. The Giuffre Family Library serves the area, and families are served by Calgary Board of Education and Calgary Catholic schools.
Explore The Area
Marda Loop’s shops and the Elbow River pathways are right here.
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: #7 City Centre
Outreach/Support
There are some resources in South Calgary but make sure you’ve reached out to the Calgary Food Bank first, as well as 211.
Things To Do
Marda Gras
The Marda Loop street festival takes over 33 Avenue SW each August with vendors, music and street performances.
Neighbour Day BBQ
The community association hosts a Neighbour Day barbecue each June.
MLCA Kids Halloween Party
The community association hosts a kids Halloween party each October.
South Calgary news and updates
City of Calgary newsroom: South Calgary
Source: City of Calgary Newsroom
History Of South Calgary
South Calgary is annexed to the City of Calgary.
The community of South Calgary is established.
The community sits in the heart of Marda Loop, with its own outdoor pool, community hall and the Giuffre Family Library.
South Calgary is an inner-city residential neighbourhood, annexed to the city in 1907 and established in 1914.
The community sits in the heart of Marda Loop and has its own outdoor pool, community hall and the Giuffre Family Library.
WikipediaLocal Organizations
Marda Loop BIA
The Marda Loop BIA represents the businesses along 33 and 34 Avenues SW in the heart of Marda Loop, supporting the area's independent shops, cafes and restaurants.
Marda Loop Communities Association
The Marda Loop Communities Association runs programs and events from the community hall for South Calgary.
Ward 8 Councillor
Nathaniel Schmidt
Ward 8 Councillor
Elected October 20, 2025
Nathaniel Schmidt represents Ward 8 on Calgary City Council. He is a former criminal defence lawyer with Legal Aid Alberta, a musician and teacher who studied piano at the University of Lethbridge, a gardener and bird-watcher, and a father.
Local Legends
20+ years in business!Boogie's Burgers Marda Loop
Burgers and shakes at 2129 33 Avenue SW, from the brand serving Calgary since 1969.