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SUMMARY:Get Ready for the Ultimate Summer Challenge!
DESCRIPTION:The Challenge is simple — read every day this summer. \nEveryone can be part of the Ultimate Summer Challenge. This shared reading adventure is a great way to connect\, discover\, and keep learning through the summer months. \nFrom July 1 to August 31\, read\, attend programs\, explore new stories\, and have fun at the Library as part of the Ultimate Summer Challenge. \nRegistration opens June 15.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/qvvonebdk-get-ready-for-the-ultimate-summer-challenge/2026-08-07/
LOCATION:Calgary Public Library – Central\, 800 3 St Se\, Calgary\, T2G 2E7
CATEGORIES:Education,Family-friendly
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SUMMARY:Calgary Fringe Theatre Festival
DESCRIPTION:Calgary’s favourite summer theatre festival is back! The Calgary Fringe Theatre Festival unfolds over nine vibrant days beginning on the Friday of the August long weekend\, showcasing performers from around the world. All the acts are selected by random draw or by first come\, first served basis with 100% of the ticket price (excluding taxes and ticketing surcharges) goes directly back to the artists. Anything Goes Theatre at its finest! \n \nAudiences can choose their own Fringe adventure with a wide range of live indoor theatre productions\, each crafted to surprise\, inspire\, and entertain. \n \nAfter the final curtain each day\, special events and activities keep the energy soaring\, offering even more chances to connect and celebrate. \n \nFor those who prefer to enjoy the shows from home\, recordings of live performances are available mid-run of the Festival for on demand viewing\, making it easy to experience the Fringe on any schedule. \n \nOn July 1\, head over to our website for full show details and ticket bookings.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/ggnut6oaab-calgary-fringe-theatre-festival/2026-08-07/
LOCATION:Calgary\, Calgary
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Festivals & events
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SUMMARY:Design Week Calgary 2026
DESCRIPTION:Design Week Calgary is a city-wide festival celebrating the impact of design on everyday life. Featuring talks\, exhibitions\, tours\, workshops\, film screenings\, and community events\, the festival brings together designers\, artists\, businesses\, and the public to explore ideas shaping Calgary’s future. \n \nThis year’s theme\, In Tune\, explores the rhythms of the city around us—its sounds\, spaces\, people\, and everyday experiences. Through diverse programming\, Design Week Calgary examines how design helps us notice what is often overlooked\, revealing new connections between the built world and the lives we lead. \n \nWhat to Expect \n\nTalks and panel discussions with designers\, artists\, architects\, and city builders\nWorkshops and hands-on learning experiences\nExhibitions\, installations\, and public art activations\nFilm screenings and storytelling events\nStudio tours and behind-the-scenes experiences\nNetworking events and community gatherings\nOpportunities to engage with Calgary’s creative industries and cultural leaders
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/grlb-0s0opf-design-week-calgary-2026/2026-08-07/
LOCATION:Contemporary Calgary\, 701 11 St Sw\, Calgary\, T2P 2C4
CATEGORIES:Education,Festivals & events,Industry
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SUMMARY:Historic Stephen Avenue Guided Walking Tours
DESCRIPTION:Discover the architectural gems\, historic landmarks\, and stories that have shaped this dynamic city on a guided walking tour that explores Stephen Avenue\, Calgary’s National Historic District. \nThese tours are approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes and include part of the surrounding area of Stephen Avenue.For a private tour or group larger than 20 people\, please contact us at info@heritagecalgary.ca.  \nTours are held twice a day at 10 am and 2 pm during July and August.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/6iizlas-m-historic-stephen-avenue-guided-walking-tours/2026-08-07/
LOCATION:Stephen Avenue Walk\, 340 8 Avenue Southwest\, Calgary\, T2P 1C1
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SUMMARY:Introducing: Philip Kanwischer & Tayler Schenkeveld
DESCRIPTION:INTRODUCING is Christine Klassen Gallery’s ongoing exhibition series dedicated to presenting artists newly joining the gallery roster.  \nThis year’s edition welcomes two additional Calgary creatives\, photographer Philip Kanwischer and Métis artist Tayler Schenkeveld\, two distinct voices whose practices explore our relationship with place\, identity\, and the natural world. While their approaches differ\, both artists invite thoughtful reflection through work that is quietly powerful\, deeply personal\, and rooted in observation.  \nPresented alongside CHROMA\, INTRODUCING offers collectors and visitors the opportunity to discover artists at the beginning of their relationship with the gallery\, while experiencing their work in conversation with the broader summer exhibition.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/taqp4rvxqk-introducing-philip-kanwischer-and-tayler-schenkeveld/2026-08-07/
LOCATION:Christine Klassen Gallery\, Suite #200\, Calgary\, Ab
CATEGORIES:Museums, galleries & exhibitions
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SUMMARY:What Do You Carry When Home Changes? Workshop with Jona Redwood
DESCRIPTION:Tickets $0-$25\, please register\n\nThis hands-on workshop invites participants to explore their personal understanding of home through reflection and making. Guided by prompts and material exploration\, participants will create a small\, intentional object using fiber\, thread\, and mixed materials inspired by dreamcatcher techniques. Rather than focusing on traditional forms\, the workshop emphasizes personal meaning—what we hold onto\, what we release\, and how our sense of home evolves over time.\n\nParticipants are invited to bring in their own artifact or trinket to represent what home means to them or what they would want to contribute to the idea.  We will also have lots of supplies on-hand as well.  Participants will have the option to contribute their piece to a collaborative installation within the exhibition or take it home.  Taught by artist-in-residence Jona Redwood.\n\nThis is part of the HOME residency in July/August 2026 and gratefully funded by Calgary Arts Development.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/ri_w1hjxp-what-do-you-carry-when-home-changes-workshop-with-jona-redwood/
LOCATION:Sparrow Artspace\, 36 4 Street Northeast\, Calgary\, Ab\, T2E 5A8
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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SUMMARY:Cat Power
DESCRIPTION:Cat Power brings The Greatest Tour to The Palace on Friday\, August 7th!\n\nDate: Friday\, August 7th\, 2026\n\nDoors: 7:00 p.m.\n\n18+ only with valid government issued ID
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/imroo7hfz-cat-power/
LOCATION:The Palace Theatre\, 219 8th Avenue SW\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T2P 1B7
CATEGORIES:Music & concerts
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SUMMARY:American’t
DESCRIPTION:American’t written & performed by Jon Bennett  \nJon Bennett is a world-renowned comedic storyteller and 7-time just for laughs award nominee (Montreal\, 2011-2017). After 20 years in the business\, Jon is recognized as one of the most prolific storyteller-comedians touring today. \n “Bennett is consistently hilarious.” ★★★★★ – edmontonfringe.ca  \nLocation: 101\, 215 14 Ave S.W.\, Calgary\, AB  \n \n\nDoors open at 7 p.m. l Show starts at 7:30 p.m. l No late or re-entry l No washroom access during the show
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/fjjlsxesi-americant/
LOCATION:the theatre\, 101\, 215 14 av sw\, Calgary\, Ab
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Theatre & performing arts
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SUMMARY:Mini Poetry Slam at the Calgary Fringe
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the third annual mini Poetry Slam at Calgary Fringe Festival this summer! Hosted by Calgary Poetry Slam’s Matt Miller. \nThis is a mini version of the Calgary Poetry Slam. Six performers will be selected by random draw and will each read two poems (3 minutes max.) The poet with the highest combined score after two rounds will be the winner! \nCash prizes! First place gets $100 | Second place gets $50 \nTicket sale proceeds go to the Writers’ Guild of Alberta and the Calgary Poetry Slam
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/qmve_icav-mini-poetry-slam-at-the-calgary-fringe/
LOCATION:Festival Hall\, 1215 10 Ave SE\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T2G 0W6
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Theatre & performing arts
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