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SUMMARY:Diljit Dosanjh - Aura World Tour 2026
DESCRIPTION:Diljit Dosanjh returns to arenas and stadiums across North America with the 2026 ‘Aura World Tour‘.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/ut67dvfzm-diljit-dosanjh-aura-world-tour-2026/
LOCATION:Scotiabank Saddledome\, 555 Saddledome Rise SE\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T2G 2W1
CATEGORIES:Music & concerts
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SUMMARY:Happy Hour with Red Hot Hayseeds
DESCRIPTION:Western swing collective Red Hot Hayseeds hit the legendary King Eddy stage for the happiest time of day. \nCome for the brews and stay for the live tunes! Happy hour food and drink specials run from 2 pm to 6 pm at the Eddy. \nHappy Hour Menu: kingeddy.ca/menu \nAbout Red Hot Hayseeds: \nHailing from Calgary\, Red Hot Hayseeds specialize in western/hot swing music of the 20’s-50’s\, blending timeless classics with exciting originals that bring you back to the golden ages of western music. Performing as a 5\, 6\, 7\, or 8 piece band\, Red Hot Hayseeds are sure to blow your hair back with thrilling arrangements and soaring harmonies. \n— \nMusic from 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm\nNo cover
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/bjg7nxgfm-happy-hour-with-red-hot-hayseeds/
LOCATION:The King Eddy
CATEGORIES:Music & concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260502T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260502T235959
DTSTAMP:20260429T214826
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SUMMARY:Alberta in Harmony: The Planets
DESCRIPTION:The Calgary Phil and the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra come together to perform John Luther Adams’ Become Ocean\, a haunting work that evokes an unstoppable tidal surge\, as well as Holst’s orchestral mood pictures inspired by astrology. Don’t miss it!
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/zhpuh715h-alberta-in-harmony-the-planets/
LOCATION:Jack Singer Concert Hall\, 225 8 Ave. SE\, Calgary\, Ab
CATEGORIES:Music & concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260503T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260503T230000
DTSTAMP:20260429T214826
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T202343Z
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SUMMARY:Black Flag (One Night\, Two Sets)
DESCRIPTION:With a fresh lineup and renewed creative energy\, BLACK FLAG is gearing up for an exciting season of live shows including a stop in Calgary! Texas-based band BLACK FLAG is officially turning the page and beginning a bold new chapter with the addition of three new members: Max Zanelly (vocals)\, David Rodriguez (bass)\, and Bryce Weston (drums)\, joining founding guitarist Greg Ginn. BLACK FLAG’s upcoming performances will showcase the chemistry and talent of the revitalized lineup\, giving fans a first taste of the new era.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/wrglwijfp-black-flag-one-night-two-sets/
LOCATION:Dickens\, Lower 1000 9 Ave SW\, Calgary\, Ab\, T2P 2Y6
CATEGORIES:Music & concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260505T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260505T233000
DTSTAMP:20260429T214826
CREATED:20260429T173359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T194829Z
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SUMMARY:Electric Six w/ "Tragedy: All Metal Tribute to the Bee Gees & Beyond"
DESCRIPTION:Electric Six are coming back to Calgary with their stunning blend of rock\, disco\, glam and new wave!
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/m1ap2oblf-electric-six-w-tragedy-all-metal-tribute-to-the-bee-gees-and-beyond/
LOCATION:Dickens\, Lower 1000 9 Ave SW\, Calgary\, Ab\, T2P 2Y6
CATEGORIES:Music & concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260506T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260506T110000
DTSTAMP:20260429T214826
CREATED:20260429T173235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T194830Z
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SUMMARY:Education Concert: Wandering with Wonder
DESCRIPTION:Wandering with Wonder\, written by Samantha Whelan Kotkas with original compositions by Chris Andrew\, Matt Epp\, Sherryl Sewepegeham\, and Walter MacDonald White Bear\, tells the tale of a girl\, Wonder\, who loses her song and looks to her friends Turtle\, Bear\, Beaver\, and Eagle to help her find it. Through this story\, we learn we all have a little Wonder in each of us\, which allows us to speak to the animals and listen to the trees. And when we are silent\, we can hear our songs in the wind. \n  Arrive early to take part in the Instrument Discovery Zoo in the lobby starting at 2PM!
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/2qiv7op_g-education-concert-wandering-with-wonder/
LOCATION:Jack Singer Concert Hall\, Werklund Centre\, Calgary\, Ab\, T2G 0K9
CATEGORIES:Music & concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260506T120000
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CREATED:20260429T173235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T194830Z
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SUMMARY:Education Concert: Wandering with Wonder
DESCRIPTION:Wandering with Wonder\, written by Samantha Whelan Kotkas with original compositions by Chris Andrew\, Matt Epp\, Sherryl Sewepegeham\, and Walter MacDonald White Bear\, tells the tale of a girl\, Wonder\, who loses her song and looks to her friends Turtle\, Bear\, Beaver\, and Eagle to help her find it. Through this story\, we learn we all have a little Wonder in each of us\, which allows us to speak to the animals and listen to the trees. And when we are silent\, we can hear our songs in the wind. \n  Arrive early to take part in the Instrument Discovery Zoo in the lobby starting at 2PM!
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/2qiv7op_g-education-concert-wandering-with-wonder-occ-9413/
LOCATION:Jack Singer Concert Hall\, Werklund Centre\, Calgary\, Ab\, T2G 0K9
CATEGORIES:Music & concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260506T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260506T235959
DTSTAMP:20260429T214826
CREATED:20260429T173401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T194830Z
UID:10003175-1778097600-1778111999@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:Karan Aujla: P-Pop Culture Tour
DESCRIPTION:From electrifying beats to unforgettable performances\, this tour is set to redefine Punjabi pop like never before. 
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/03ays6emm-karan-aujla-p-pop-culture-tour/
LOCATION:Scotiabank Saddledome\, 555 Saddledome Rise SE\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T2G 2W1
CATEGORIES:Music & concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260507T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260507T110000
DTSTAMP:20260429T214826
CREATED:20260429T173235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T194830Z
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SUMMARY:Education Concert: Wandering with Wonder
DESCRIPTION:Wandering with Wonder\, written by Samantha Whelan Kotkas with original compositions by Chris Andrew\, Matt Epp\, Sherryl Sewepegeham\, and Walter MacDonald White Bear\, tells the tale of a girl\, Wonder\, who loses her song and looks to her friends Turtle\, Bear\, Beaver\, and Eagle to help her find it. Through this story\, we learn we all have a little Wonder in each of us\, which allows us to speak to the animals and listen to the trees. And when we are silent\, we can hear our songs in the wind. \n  Arrive early to take part in the Instrument Discovery Zoo in the lobby starting at 2PM!
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/2qiv7op_g-education-concert-wandering-with-wonder-occ-9414/
LOCATION:Jack Singer Concert Hall\, Werklund Centre\, Calgary\, Ab\, T2G 0K9
CATEGORIES:Music & concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260508T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260508T220000
DTSTAMP:20260429T214826
CREATED:20260429T173409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T202345Z
UID:10003189-1778263200-1778277600@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:AFCC Red Dress Powwow
DESCRIPTION:We are proud to bring the community together for an unforgettable evening of dancing\, drumming\, and honouring our traditions at the Big Four Roadhouse. This important gathering is dedicated to raising vital awareness and honouring our Missing\, Murdered\, and Exploited Indigenous Peoples (MMEIP). We need your support to make this impactful event a reality! We are actively seeking community sponsors to help us bring this gathering to life. This is a powerful opportunity for your organization to stand with us\, support Indigenous culture\, and help amplify this vital cause. 
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/_ktcnyqsyu-afcc-red-dress-powwow/
LOCATION:The Big Four Roadhouse\, Calgary
CATEGORIES:Festivals & events,Music & concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260508T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260508T235959
DTSTAMP:20260429T214826
CREATED:20260429T173411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T202345Z
UID:10003190-1778268600-1778284799@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:Postcards from Italy
DESCRIPTION:Take a musical journey with the Calgary Phil to beautiful Italy with conductor Cosette Justo Valdés as your guide — from Stravinsky’s take on Pulcinella\, a traditional character of the Neapolitan stage\, to Mendelssohn’s Italian Symphony\, inspired by impressions of the country’s scenery and architecture. Respighi’s evocation of three celebrated paintings by Italian Renaissance artist Sandro Botticelli rounds off the tour.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/xlvmhg9vs-postcards-from-italy/
LOCATION:Jack Singer Concert Hall\, 225 8 Ave SE\, Calgary\, T2G 0K9
CATEGORIES:Music & concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260508T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260508T235959
DTSTAMP:20260429T214826
CREATED:20260429T173413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T194834Z
UID:10003191-1778270400-1778284799@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:Triumph: The Rock & Roll Machine Reloaded Tour
DESCRIPTION:Triumph is celebrating their 50th anniversary with the “Rock & Roll Machine Reloaded” tour in 2026\, marking their first major tour in over 30 years. Featuring original members Rik Emmett\, Mike Levine\, and Gil Moore\, the tour runs from April to June 2026 across Canada and the U.S. with special guest April Wine.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/xdlbqst1_-triumph-the-rock-and-roll-machine-reloaded-tour/
LOCATION:Scotiabank Saddledome\, 555 Saddledome Rise SE\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T2G 2W1
CATEGORIES:Music & concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260509T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260509T213000
DTSTAMP:20260429T214826
CREATED:20260429T173419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T202348Z
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SUMMARY:Mother’s Day special concert
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Mother’s Day in style with an\nunforgettable live performance by multi-Juno award-winning Oscar Lopez! Join us\nfor an in-person event filled with great vibes\, good music\, and plenty of fun.\nIt’s the perfect way to treat mom and make some amazing memories. Don’t miss\nout on this special day at La Bodeguita Stereo!
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/bmdy0habg-mothers-day-special-concert/
LOCATION:La Bodeguita Stereo\, 6439 2 St SE\, Calgary\, T2H 1J5
CATEGORIES:Music & concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260509T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260509T235959
DTSTAMP:20260429T214826
CREATED:20260429T173421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T202348Z
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SUMMARY:Candlelight: Hip-Hop on Strings
DESCRIPTION:*Candlelight* concerts bring the magic of a live\, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Calgary. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Hip-Hop on Strings at The GRAND under the gentle glow of candlelight. 
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/levv09vju-candlelight-hip-hop-on-strings/
LOCATION:The GRAND\, 608 1 St SW\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T2P 1M6
CATEGORIES:Music & concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260509T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260509T213000
DTSTAMP:20260429T214826
CREATED:20260429T173423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T202349Z
UID:10003207-1778353200-1778362200@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:New West Society presents Better Together
DESCRIPTION:New West Society presents Better Together — an inspiring evening of music that celebrates the people who make life meaningful and remind us that we truly belong. Join us for a joyful musical journey where powerful choral and orchestral performances come together to create a warm\, welcoming atmosphere that feels like home. Audiences of all ages will delight in music made famous by Sister Sledge\, Toto\, Stevie Wonder\, and Phillip Phillips\, alongside favourites from Broadway’s Fiddler on the Roof and Rent\, and powerful movie moments from The Greatest Showman\, including the unforgettable anthem From Now On. 
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/iawlwgroqj-new-west-society-presents-better-together/
LOCATION:Jack Singer Concert Hall\, 205 8 Ave SE\, Calgary
CATEGORIES:Music & concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260509T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260509T233000
DTSTAMP:20260429T214826
CREATED:20260429T173425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T194839Z
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SUMMARY:The Accused AD w/ Powerload\, Sick Ritual\, Disaster Relief
DESCRIPTION:Crossover thrash punks\, THE ACCUSED AD\, will be bringing their splatter classics to Calgary for the first time in decades this spring!
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/ffbze_pmj-the-accused-ad-w-powerload-sick-ritual-disaster-relief/
LOCATION:Dickens\, Lower 1000 9 Ave SW\, Calgary\, Ab\, T2P 2Y6
CATEGORIES:Music & concerts
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260516T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260516T193000
DTSTAMP:20260429T214826
CREATED:20260429T173253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T194843Z
UID:10002948-1778956200-1778959800@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:Candlelight: The Best of Hans Zimmer
DESCRIPTION:Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live\, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Calgary. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Hans Zimmer at Studio Bell\, home of the National Music Centre\, under the gentle glow of candlelight.  \n \nTentative Program \n– Time – Inception \n– This Land – The Lion King \n– Zooster’s Breakout – Madagascar \n– Supermarine – Dunkirk \n– Honor – The Pacific\n– A Dark Knight – The Dark Knight \n– Wonder Woman Suite\n– Gladiator Suite \n– Cornfield Chase – Interstellar \n– Dune Suite\n– Discombobulate \n– Sherlock Holmes \n– Pirates of the Caribbean Suite \n\n Performers\n– String Quartet:\n  – 2 violins\n  – 1 viola\n  – 1 cello
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/ob3yooomg-candlelight-the-best-of-hans-zimmer/
LOCATION:Studio Bell\, home of the National Music Centre\, 850 4 Street Southeast\, Calgary\, T2G 1R1
CATEGORIES:Music & concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260516T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260516T213000
DTSTAMP:20260429T214826
CREATED:20260429T173255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T194844Z
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SUMMARY:Candlelight: Tribute to Queen
DESCRIPTION:Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live\, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Calgary. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Queen at Studio Bell\, home of the National Music Centre\, under the gentle glow of candlelight.  \n\n Tentative Program \n– I Want to Break Free \n– We Will Rock You \n– Somebody to Love \n– Radio Ga Ga \n– Don’t Stop Me Now \n– Killer Queen \n– Crazy Little Thing Called Love \n– Who Wants to Live Forever \n– Bohemian Rhapsody \n– Love of My Life \n– We Are the Champions \n– Another One Bites the Dust \n\n Performers\n– String Quartet:\n  – 2 violins\n  – 1 viola\n  – 1 cello
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/3b12ykl8p-candlelight-tribute-to-queen/
LOCATION:Studio Bell\, home of the National Music Centre\, 850 4 Street Southeast\, Calgary\, T2G 1R1
CATEGORIES:Music & concerts
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260521T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260521T235959
DTSTAMP:20260429T214826
CREATED:20260429T173524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T194845Z
UID:10003279-1779386400-1779407999@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:Stage It Festival
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the bold voices of tomorrow at our four-day 2026 Stage It Festival\, featuring dynamic new work from Calgary’s emerging Creator-Producers Kaya Coleman\, Kamika Bianca Guerra-Walker\, Natalia Cortes and Evelina Groll.  \n\nThis vibrant spring festival includes a slate of exciting performances—music\, drag\, improv\, and stand-up—plus an exclusive of Hunt/Peck experience\, created by Donna-Michelle St. Bernard\, directed by Clare Preuss and featuring Denise Clarke\, Jared Tobias Herring\, Linnea Swan and Omatta Udalor. 
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/ugdeqfw_n-stage-it-festival/2026-05-21/
LOCATION:Motel Theatre & Centre Court\, Werklund Centre\, 2nd floor\, 225 8th Avenue South East\, Calgary\, Alberta
CATEGORIES:Music & concerts,Theatre & performing arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260521T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260521T234500
DTSTAMP:20260429T214826
CREATED:20260429T173526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T194846Z
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SUMMARY:Arkells
DESCRIPTION:Arkells brings the Between Us City Takeover to The Palace on Thursday\, May 21st! \n\nDate: Thursday\, May 21st\, 2026 \n Doors: 7:00 PM \n 18+ only with a valid government-issued ID
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/kdt1cvslq-arkells/
LOCATION:The Palace Theatre\, 219 8th Avenue SW\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T2P 1B7
CATEGORIES:Music & concerts
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260522T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260522T235959
DTSTAMP:20260429T214826
CREATED:20260429T173524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T194845Z
UID:10003280-1779472800-1779494399@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:Stage It Festival
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the bold voices of tomorrow at our four-day 2026 Stage It Festival\, featuring dynamic new work from Calgary’s emerging Creator-Producers Kaya Coleman\, Kamika Bianca Guerra-Walker\, Natalia Cortes and Evelina Groll.  \n\nThis vibrant spring festival includes a slate of exciting performances—music\, drag\, improv\, and stand-up—plus an exclusive of Hunt/Peck experience\, created by Donna-Michelle St. Bernard\, directed by Clare Preuss and featuring Denise Clarke\, Jared Tobias Herring\, Linnea Swan and Omatta Udalor. 
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/ugdeqfw_n-stage-it-festival/2026-05-22/
LOCATION:Motel Theatre & Centre Court\, Werklund Centre\, 2nd floor\, 225 8th Avenue South East\, Calgary\, Alberta
CATEGORIES:Music & concerts,Theatre & performing arts
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260522T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260523T235959
DTSTAMP:20260429T214826
CREATED:20260429T174131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T194847Z
UID:10003419-1779478200-1779580799@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:Mahler’s First Symphony
DESCRIPTION:Discover Mahler’s mighty First Symphony as the Calgary Phil perform this orchestral epic that takes you from the joys of springtime — through rustic dances to an ironic funeral march — and culminates in victory over worldly despair.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/ntvjjhcju-mahlers-first-symphony/
LOCATION:Jack Singer Concert Hall\, 225 8 Ave SE\, Calgary\, T2G 0K9
CATEGORIES:Music & concerts
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260523T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260523T235959
DTSTAMP:20260429T214826
CREATED:20260429T173524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T194845Z
UID:10003281-1779559200-1779580799@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:Stage It Festival
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the bold voices of tomorrow at our four-day 2026 Stage It Festival\, featuring dynamic new work from Calgary’s emerging Creator-Producers Kaya Coleman\, Kamika Bianca Guerra-Walker\, Natalia Cortes and Evelina Groll.  \n\nThis vibrant spring festival includes a slate of exciting performances—music\, drag\, improv\, and stand-up—plus an exclusive of Hunt/Peck experience\, created by Donna-Michelle St. Bernard\, directed by Clare Preuss and featuring Denise Clarke\, Jared Tobias Herring\, Linnea Swan and Omatta Udalor. 
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/ugdeqfw_n-stage-it-festival/2026-05-23/
LOCATION:Motel Theatre & Centre Court\, Werklund Centre\, 2nd floor\, 225 8th Avenue South East\, Calgary\, Alberta
CATEGORIES:Music & concerts,Theatre & performing arts
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260523T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260523T235959
DTSTAMP:20260429T214826
CREATED:20260429T174131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T194847Z
UID:10003420-1779564600-1779580799@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:Mahler’s First Symphony
DESCRIPTION:Discover Mahler’s mighty First Symphony as the Calgary Phil perform this orchestral epic that takes you from the joys of springtime — through rustic dances to an ironic funeral march — and culminates in victory over worldly despair.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/ntvjjhcju-mahlers-first-symphony-occ-4019/
LOCATION:Jack Singer Concert Hall\, 225 8 Ave SE\, Calgary\, T2G 0K9
CATEGORIES:Music & concerts
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260524T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260524T235959
DTSTAMP:20260429T214826
CREATED:20260429T173524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T194845Z
UID:10003282-1779631200-1779667199@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:Stage It Festival
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the bold voices of tomorrow at our four-day 2026 Stage It Festival\, featuring dynamic new work from Calgary’s emerging Creator-Producers Kaya Coleman\, Kamika Bianca Guerra-Walker\, Natalia Cortes and Evelina Groll.  \n\nThis vibrant spring festival includes a slate of exciting performances—music\, drag\, improv\, and stand-up—plus an exclusive of Hunt/Peck experience\, created by Donna-Michelle St. Bernard\, directed by Clare Preuss and featuring Denise Clarke\, Jared Tobias Herring\, Linnea Swan and Omatta Udalor. 
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/ugdeqfw_n-stage-it-festival-occ-8987/
LOCATION:Motel Theatre & Centre Court\, Werklund Centre\, 2nd floor\, 225 8th Avenue South East\, Calgary\, Alberta
CATEGORIES:Music & concerts,Theatre & performing arts
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260524T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260524T213000
DTSTAMP:20260429T214826
CREATED:20260429T173305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T194849Z
UID:10002960-1779654600-1779658200@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:Candlelight: Tribute to ABBA
DESCRIPTION:Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live\, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Calgary. Discover the music of ABBA at Studio Bell under the gentle glow of candlelight. (May 24\, June 21\, July 26)
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/1b83axtol-candlelight-tribute-to-abba/
LOCATION:Studio Bell\, home of the National Music Centre\, 850 4 Street Southeast\, Calgary\, T2G 1R1
CATEGORIES:Music & concerts
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260529T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260529T235959
DTSTAMP:20260429T214826
CREATED:20260429T173533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T194850Z
UID:10003296-1780083000-1780099199@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:Broadway Hits: Hamilton\, Rent + More!
DESCRIPTION:Grab your seats for this Broadway extravaganza as your Calgary Phil brings the splendour of The Great White Way to Jack Singer Concert Hall! Juliane Gallant and three marvellous vocal stars team up with the Orchestra to perform memorable tunes from modern musicals including Hamilton and Rent\, plus the great Stephen Sondheim’s songs from Sweeney Todd and Company.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/eilp-abz5-broadway-hits-hamilton-rent-more/2026-05-29/
LOCATION:Jack Singer Concert Hall\, 225 8 Ave SE\, Calgary\, T2G 0K9
CATEGORIES:Music & concerts
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260530T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260530T235959
DTSTAMP:20260429T214826
CREATED:20260429T173533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T194850Z
UID:10003297-1780169400-1780185599@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:Broadway Hits: Hamilton\, Rent + More!
DESCRIPTION:Grab your seats for this Broadway extravaganza as your Calgary Phil brings the splendour of The Great White Way to Jack Singer Concert Hall! Juliane Gallant and three marvellous vocal stars team up with the Orchestra to perform memorable tunes from modern musicals including Hamilton and Rent\, plus the great Stephen Sondheim’s songs from Sweeney Todd and Company.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/eilp-abz5-broadway-hits-hamilton-rent-more/2026-05-30/
LOCATION:Jack Singer Concert Hall\, 225 8 Ave SE\, Calgary\, T2G 0K9
CATEGORIES:Music & concerts
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/77bb3a21-9cfa-4ed3-97a4-161a4ae69645-1400.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260605T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260605T235959
DTSTAMP:20260429T214826
CREATED:20260429T173535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T194850Z
UID:10003298-1780687800-1780703999@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:Hans Graf Returns: A Midsummer Night’s Dream
DESCRIPTION:Step into a magical world of woodland fairies and the lovers who encounter them as the Orchestra and Music Director Laureate Hans Graf perform Mendelssohn’s iconic score for Shakespeare’s beloved A Midsummer Night’s Dream\, including one of the most popular and recognizable pieces of music ever written\, the Wedding March. Rising star pianist Sophia Liu also joins the Orchestra for Chopin’s beautiful Second Piano Concerto. \n \nFrédéric Chopin Piano Concerto No. 2Felix Mendelssohn A Midsummer Night’s Dream \nPre-concert chat\, 6:35 PM
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/lgplxyo4o-hans-graf-returns-a-midsummer-nights-dream/2026-06-05/
LOCATION:Jack Singer Concert Hall\, 225 8 Ave SE\, Calgary\, T2G 0K9
CATEGORIES:Music & concerts
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260606T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260606T235959
DTSTAMP:20260429T214826
CREATED:20260429T173535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T194850Z
UID:10003299-1780774200-1780790399@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:Hans Graf Returns: A Midsummer Night’s Dream
DESCRIPTION:Step into a magical world of woodland fairies and the lovers who encounter them as the Orchestra and Music Director Laureate Hans Graf perform Mendelssohn’s iconic score for Shakespeare’s beloved A Midsummer Night’s Dream\, including one of the most popular and recognizable pieces of music ever written\, the Wedding March. Rising star pianist Sophia Liu also joins the Orchestra for Chopin’s beautiful Second Piano Concerto. \n \nFrédéric Chopin Piano Concerto No. 2Felix Mendelssohn A Midsummer Night’s Dream \nPre-concert chat\, 6:35 PM
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/lgplxyo4o-hans-graf-returns-a-midsummer-nights-dream/2026-06-06/
LOCATION:Jack Singer Concert Hall\, 225 8 Ave SE\, Calgary\, T2G 0K9
CATEGORIES:Music & concerts
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/378ad363-4432-4d8a-9d10-479b9973bc7b-1400.png
END:VEVENT
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