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SUMMARY:Deadly Alberta True Crime Tour - The Confluence After Hours
DESCRIPTION:Experience The Confluence in a new light — the evening light\, that is! For a limited number of evenings this summer\, we’re extending the cultural centre opening hours beyond happy hour\, giving you the rare chance to enjoy the site and exhibits after hours. \nTake advantage of the extended hours to explore the White Box space full of limited-time travelling exhibitions\, learn about Blackfoot culture in the Kípaitápiiyssinnooni (Our Way of Life) exhibit\, or embark on a special guided walking tour during golden hour. These nights are the perfect opportunity to learn a new side of Calgary’s history while enjoying the warm summer evenings. \nVisiting the Inglewood Night Market? Stop in before or after your shopping to make the most of your evening out in Calgary’s oldest neighbourhood (plus\, we’ve got parking!) \nAdmission can be purchased at the door\, find prices and plan your visit here. We’re also offering our Deadly Alberta True Crime Tour this evening. Guided tour tickets include After Hours cultural centre admission!
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/1twf1xxhn-deadly-alberta-true-crime-tour-the-confluence-after-hours-occ-16775/
LOCATION:The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland\, 750 9 Avenue Southeast\, Calgary\, T2G 5E1
CATEGORIES:Museums, galleries & exhibitions
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SUMMARY:Beyond the History Books: Exploring Stories of the Land
DESCRIPTION:Explore stories carried by the rivers\, rooted in the plants\, and uncovered through archaeology. Learn how Indigenous Peoples\, the original stewards of the land\, lived and prospered at this important gathering place\, and how the arrival of the North-West Mounted Police in 1875 changed everything. \nThrough a guided storytelling tour\, teachings with an Indigenous Knowledge Keeper and an exclusive tour of The Confluence archaeological collection\, you’ll discover the complex and many histories of the site that became known to many as Fort Calgary. You’ll also gain insight into Indigenous ways of knowing and how The Confluence is working to tell a more complete story of the past\, present\, and future of the land.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/omcoey4j_-beyond-the-history-books-exploring-stories-of-the-land/2026-09-10/
LOCATION:The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland\, 750 9 Avenue Southeast\, Calgary\, Ab\, T2G 5E1
CATEGORIES:Museums, galleries & exhibitions
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SUMMARY:SURGE CITY Hoops Summer Series
DESCRIPTION:This summer\, the Calgary Surge & The City of Calgary’s Downtown Strategy team have partnered to bring back Surge City Hoops\, and our FREE youth basketball clinics to the heart of our city. \nJoin us for free basketball clinics every Tuesday\, Thursday and Saturday from June through September\, hosted at the Century Gardens Basketball Courts (826 8 Avenue SW). \nOpen to youth ages 8 to 17\, these clinics are all about building skills\, boosting confidence\, and having fun on the court—whether you’re a beginner or looking to take your game to the next level. Surrounded by the downtown energy and led by experienced coaches\, this is your chance to train\, play\, and grow in one of Calgary’s most iconic outdoor spaces.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/oepgbhru5-surge-city-hoops-summer-series/2026-09-10/
LOCATION:Century Gardens Basketball Courts\, 826 8 Ave Sw\, Calgary\, T2P 1H7
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Free,Sports & fitness
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SUMMARY:Wordfest Presents Téa Mutonji + Imaginairium Preview
DESCRIPTION:Téa Mutonji’s conversation with Joshua Whitehead was one of the standouts of our 25@25 online anniversary shows in 2020. So we’re thrilled to (finally!) be presenting her in person to celebrate My Person\, her debut novel\, in conversation with Paula Turcotte. \nThis special show will be preceded at 6PM with an exclusive preview of Wordfest’s 2026 Imaginairium (Oct. 13-18)\, presented by Wordfest’s Creative Ringleader Shelley Youngblut. This is your exclusive opportunity to optimize your festival experience: get the inside scoop on the 30+ shows and stellar international lineup\, ask questions\, and be the first to buy festival books and the official festival tote. It’s also your last chance to secure a Festival Pass for the early bird rate of $195. (Buy now before June 30 for an additional $30 savings!)  \n\nOwl’s Nest Books will be on site with both of Téa’s books (you might remember her debut short-story collection Shut Up You’re Pretty from the 2024 Canada Reads competition)\, as well as a curated selection of Imaginairium books.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/1rz3shtay-wordfest-presents-tea-mutonji-imaginairium-preview/
LOCATION:Calgary Public Library – Memorial Park\, 1221 2 St Sw\, Calgary\, T2R 1N8
CATEGORIES:Education,Festivals & events
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SUMMARY:Iguana Death Cult\, Hot Garbage\, Ancient Greece\, Still Depths
DESCRIPTION:Iguana Death Cult (The Netherlands)\, Hot Garbage (Toronto)\, Ancient Greece (Toronto)\, Still Depths (Vancouver)\n\nWhere: Palomino Smokehouse and Social Club\n18+ with government issued identification\nWhen: Thursday September 10\, 2026\nDoors: 7:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.\nAdmission: $28.00\nOn Sale: Fri\, June 19th 10:00 a.m. \n\nNO JERK POLICY ALWAYS IN EFFECT!
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/lgfttsbsz-iguana-death-cult-hot-garbage-ancient-greece-still-depths/
LOCATION:The Palomino Smokehouse and Social Club\, 109 7th AVE SW\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T2P 0W5
CATEGORIES:Music & concerts
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SUMMARY:Dialogues with the Piano
DESCRIPTION:6 p.m.\nPre-Concert Chat\n\nTopic: Programming and curation for artists on their journey to becoming Complete Artists\nSpeakers: Winston Choi\, Jon Kimura Parker\, and Élisabeth Pion\n\n7 p.m.\nConcert\n\nEnjoy an evening blending live piano and digital performances. Using Steinway & Sons Spirio player piano technology\, Winston Choi\, Jon Kimura Parker\, and Carter Johnson perform live alongside their own pre-recorded performance\, creating layered musical dialogues where past and present coexist and voices multiply. This showcase of artists sharing the stage with their past selves is followed by an exploration of the expansive sounds of the piano.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/uhmasaywkv-dialogues-with-the-piano/
LOCATION:Performance Hall\, National Music Centre\, 850 4 Street SE\, Calgary\, Ab T2g\, T2G
CATEGORIES:Music & concerts
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