The Music of Hans Zimmer
2026-01-17 14:30 - 21:30 UTC | Jack Singer Concert Hall, 225 Eighth Ave. S.E., Calgary, Alberta
The Orchestra and conductor Tristan Rais-Sherman celebrate some of the most iconic film scores of all time from Grammy and Academy Award-winning composer Hans Zimmer!

Vivaldi's Ring of Mystery
2026-01-18 15:00 - 18:00 | Jack Singer Concert Hall, 225 Eighth Ave. S.E., Calgary, Alberta
Vivaldi, Venice, and violins: all three are celebrated in Vivaldi’s Ring of Mystery, a compelling story about an orphan girl in the early 1700s who is in search of her roots.

Fresh Out The Trap
2026-01-22 19:00 - 23:00 | Gulbar, 636 10 Ave. S.W., Calgary, Alberta, T2R 1C3, Canada
Open Mic followed by a Music, Dance, and Fashion showcase. This vibrant night out will provide you with everything you need to end the week with a mind and heart full of inspiration.

It Takes Two: A Symphonic Collaboration
2026-01-23 19:30 - 21:30, 2026-01-24 19:30 - 21:30 | Jack Singer Concert Hall, 225 Eighth Ave. S.E., Calgary, Alberta
Join Calgary Phil and conductor Fawzi Haimor in this wide-ranging program featuring Ginastera’s spirited Argentine dances and Gershwin’s musical portrait of a wistful American wandering the streets of Paris.

Bison Noir: Songs of Distant Shores
2026-01-28 00:00 | Engineered Air Theatre, 234 Ninth Ave. S.E., Calgary, Alberta, T2G 5C4, Canada
Bison Noir: Songs of Distant Shores features the virtuosic Ladom Ensemble in a genre‑blending performance that weaves Persian lyricism, klezmer dance, East Coast melodies and classical touchstones into a captivating musical journey. Presented as part of the High Performance Rodeo, this intimate evening combines storytelling, visual projections, and reimagined works by Bach, Chopin and Prokofiev with traditional melodies from around the world.

Vivek Shraya: One Night Only
2026-01-30 19:30 - 21:30 | Jack Singer Concert Hall, 225 Eighth Ave. S.E., Calgary, Alberta
Saddle up for the annual High Performance Rodeo as the Calgary Phil and One Yellow Rabbit join forces for this one-of-a-kind collaboration with acclaimed artist Vivek Shraya.

Block Heater
2026-02-05 - 2026-02-07 | The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland, 750 Ninth Ave. S.E., Calgary, Alberta, T2G 5E1, Canada
This year’s event brings musical performances by artists like Cedric Burnside, Field Guide and Goldie Boutilier at venues throughout the city.

Baroque at Bella with Camille Delaforge
2026-02-05 19:30 - 21:30 | Bella Concert Hall, 205 8th Ave S.E., Calgary, Alberta
Surround yourself with glorious Baroque music in this potpourri program performed by the Calgary Phil in the intimate setting of the Bella Concert Hall.

Black History Month 30-Year Celebration
2026-02-07 10:00 - 17:00 | Studio Bell – National Music Centre, 300 - 851 Fourth St. S.E., Calgary, Alberta
In celebration of the 30th anniversary of Black History Month, the National Music Centre will present a full-day celebration spotlighting the creativity, legacy, and future of Calgary’s Black community. Admission is free!

Revolution: The Music of The Beatles - A Symphonic Experience
2026-02-07 19:30 - 21:30 | Jack Singer Concert Hall, 225 Eighth Ave. S.E., Calgary, Alberta
The Beatles come to life in Revolution, the new authorized symphonic tribute to the Fab Four, featuring top vocalists and musicians accompanied by Grammy-winner Jeff Tyzik’s new arrangements transcribed and arranged from the original master recordings at Abbey Road.

Romantic Ravel
2026-02-13 19:30 - 21:30, 2026-02-14 19:30 - 21:30 | Jack Singer Concert Hall, 225 Eighth Ave. S.E., Calgary, Alberta
Let the enchanting music of Ravel captivate you this Valentine’s Day weekend as the Calgary Phil and conductor Natalia Ponomarchuk take you from his picturesque Spanish-inspired rhapsody to the shimmering sound world of Daphnis et Chloé,

Family Day at Studio Bell
2026-02-16 10:00 - 17:00 | Studio Bell – National Music Centre, 300 - 851 Fourth St. S.E., Calgary, Alberta
With lots of family-friendly performances and hands-on interactive activities, it promises to be a fun-filled day of music and connection.

Aria Going to the Opera? Love: Opera Style
2026-02-21 13:00 | Studio Bell – National Music Centre, 300 - 851 Fourth St. S.E., Calgary, Alberta
Experience the many faces of love through unforgettable performances—from tender declarations to fiery confrontations, from comic entanglements to sweeping romance.

IX: Shostakovich
2026-02-27 19:30 - 21:30, 2026-02-28 19:30 - 21:30 | Jack Singer Concert Hall, 225 Eighth Ave. S.E., Calgary, Alberta
Catch the brilliance of Shostakovich’s Ninth Symphony as conductor Jessica Cottis leads the Orchestra in revealing the complexities behind the work’s seemingly lighthearted façade.

When Instruments Roamed the Earth!
2026-03-01 15:00 - 17:00 | Jack Singer Concert Hall, 225 Eighth Ave. S.E., Calgary, Alberta
Take a journey into Bob Singleton’s When Instruments Roamed the Earth!® Filled with laughs, surprises, and on-stage dinosaur action! This concert is offered in celebration of Dr. Lola Rozsa’s Birthday.

NMC & Alliance Française Present A Kora Journey Strings of Legacy
2026-03-01 18:30 | Studio Bell – National Music Centre, 300 - 851 Fourth St. S.E., Calgary, Alberta
A Kora Journey – Strings of Legacy invites audiences into a mesmerizing musical experience led by Zal Sissokho and Senny Camara, whose voices and koras intertwine in a moving dialogue. Their performance blends Mandinka tradition with contemporary expression, exploring themes of love, uniqueness and cultural legacy.

Silversun Pickups - Tenterhooks Tour
2026-03-03 18:30 | The Palace Theatre, 219 Eighth Ave. S.W., Calgary, Alberta, T2P 7N2, Canada
Silversun Pickups bring their Tenterhooks Tour to Calgary for a night of atmospheric alt‑rock, soaring vocals, and the signature sound fans love. Catch them live as they showcase new music alongside the hits that defined their career.

Education Concert: Swan Lake
2026-03-05 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-03-10 10:00 - 12:00 | Jack Singer Concert Hall, 225 Eighth Ave. S.E., Calgary, Alberta
Discover the world of Prince Siegfried, evil sorcerer Von Rothbart, and Odette, Queen of the Swans, in Tchaikovsky’s timeless Swan Lake — an exciting combination of music and storytelling, plus illustrations specially created by narrator Judd Palmer, that will engage the eyes, ears, and imaginations of students.

NMC & WriteOn! Present: The Acoustic Guitar Project Showcase
2026-03-06 00:00 | King Eddy, 438 Ninth Ave. S.E., Calgary, Alberta, T2G 1R1, Canada
In celebration of Women’s History Month, the National Music Centre, in partnership with Write On!, will present a special edition of The Acoustic Guitar Project, spotlighting women and gender-diverse songwriters. Five Alberta-based artists were selected to participate in this unique collaborative songwriting initiative.

Dance Dance Disco
2026-03-06 19:30 - 21:30, 2026-03-07 19:30 - 21:30 | Jack Singer Concert Hall, 225 Eighth Ave. S.E., Calgary, Alberta
Boogie with your Calgary Phil in this far-out concert inspired by the sounds of legendary New York nightclub Studio 54. Daniel Bartholomew-Poyser conducts the Orchestra and a hip cast of vocalists in the disco era’s grooviest hits from Donna Summer, Bee Gees, Gloria Gaynor, Diana Ross, Chic, and more!

Cool Choir Flash Mob: International Women's Day
2026-03-08 | Studio Bell – National Music Centre, 300 - 851 Fourth St. S.E., Calgary, Alberta
Celebrate International Women’s Day with a joyful musical surprise at Studio Bell! Calgary’s Cool Choir will pop up when you least expect it with epic flash mob performances, filling the halls with uplifting rock and pop anthems.

NMC & Calgary Women's Jazz Collective Present: The Music of Joni Mitchell
2026-03-08 18:30 | Studio Bell – National Music Centre, 300 - 851 Fourth St. S.E., Calgary, Alberta
NMC + CWJC: Joni Mitchell celebrates the iconic songwriter’s legacy through an intimate evening of storytelling and performance. Featuring musicians and voices inspired by her work, the event pays tribute to Mitchell’s artistry, influence, and enduring impact on Canadian music.

NMC Presents: KITCHINPARTI
2026-03-13 00:00 | Studio Bell – National Music Centre, 300 - 851 Fourth St. S.E., Calgary, Alberta
Start your St. Patrick’s Day celebrations early with KITCHINPARTI, who will bring the spirit of a true Newfoundland kitchen party to Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre.

Matt Berninger
2026-03-13 17:30 - 19:30 | Werklund Centre, 205 Eighth Ave. S.E., Calgary, Alberta, T2G 0K9, Canada
Matt Berninger brings his unmistakable baritone and introspective songwriting to an intimate evening at the Werklund Centre. Best known as the frontman of The National, he offers a raw, immersive performance that blends emotional depth, poetic lyricism, and magnetic stage presence.

NMC Presents: Radios, Rayguns & Little White Lies
2026-03-14 00:00 | Studio Bell – National Music Centre, 300 - 851 Fourth St. S.E., Calgary, Alberta
Get ready for an unforgettable evening of storytelling, songcraft, and catchy melodies with three of Western Canada’s most compelling singer-songwriters: Matt Patershuk, Suzie Ungerleider, and Ben Sures.
