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After more than a decade, EMMEDIA and Bug Incision are back. If you remember the unforgettable noise shows and boundary-pushing concerts at EMMEDIA in the 2000s, you have a taste of what's in store. If you don't, we have reimagined the experience by pairing musicians and media artists for the first time! Join us for a...
As part of Contemporary Calgary's Perspective Film Series, A Separation (2011) follows Nader and Simin, whose marriage dissolves when they disagree on emigrating. When Nader hires a religious woman to care for his Alzheimer's-stricken father, a chain of lies and a tragic incident lead to an intense legal battle that explores class, faith, and morality...
Step into the secret world of lemurs at this adults-only event that explores the fascinating lives of these unique and mysterious creatures. You’ll begin your evening with an exclusive, after-hours viewing of our three lemur species in the Land of Lemurs immersive habitat, then head to Safari Lodge for a delicious four-course meal. This guest-favourite...
Globe Cinema Presents: Night Nurse (2026) At the start of her new job in a luxury retirement community, Eleni (Cemre Paksoy) is drawn into a series of scam calls targeting the elderly residents, a pull she can't quite name or resist.As the community's strange rhythms close around her, she grows increasingly intimate with her elusive...
Globe Cinema Presents: El Topo (1970) El Topo decides to confront warrior masters on a transformative desert journey. He begins with his six-year-old son, who must bury his childhood totems to become a man. El Topo (the mole) claims to be God while dressed as a gunslinger in black, riding a horse through a mystical...
Watch the 2026 Men’s World Cup Finals at a free outdoor watch party. Catch the finals on Stephen Avenue.
Join us for a pattern-making workshop inspired by Ghazaleh Avarzamani’s exhibition Churn, Earn, Burn and then Return, where games become a lens for examining the systems that shape our everyday life. By rolling dice, kids will generate the rules to create their artworks, while exploring colour, composition, and ideas of control through playful chance. What to...
Free swing dance lessons at Calgary Public Library with Swing Dance Calgary.Swingin' Sundays at the Library!Learn to swing dance with our beginner-friendly introductory lessons starting at 1 pm, and social dancing from 2 - 4 p.m. No partner or experience required.In partnership with Swing Dance Calgary.
Tickets $0-$25, please registerThis drawing session invites participants to draw from life while models wear traditional attire from different cultural backgrounds. The session focuses on close observation of form, texture, and detail, while also encouraging awareness of the cultural context behind what is being drawn. Open to all levels (no instruction will be given), it...
Every week, country-folk singer-songwriter Carter Felker presents a chill weekend set with a rotating cast of guests.This family-friendly show is best paired with our delicious Sunday brunch!Brunch menu: https://kingeddy.ca/menuAbout Carter Felker:Born and raised in the Prairies, Carter Felker’s eyes have seen the length of the wheat fields through many winter mornings, and the stretch of...
Each July the weekend after the Calgary Stampede, Downtown Calgary becomes a big fiesta! Come and enjoy the 3 hottest days of the summer with over 30 authentic food vendors, hundreds of national and international performers, artisan market, kids area, beer gardens and lots of fun.Let us share our beautiful culture with you and your...
Cyanotype photography is a camera-less technique that involves laying an object or negative on paper coated with a solution of iron salts before exposing it to UV light and washing with water to create stunning white and Prussian blue images. Cyanotype is one of the first photographic processes ever developed.In this 3 hour, hands-on workshop,...
Carly York Jones presents: Devilled Legs Drag Brunch at The Attic Bar & Stage, with special guests every monthCalgary’s Rowdiest Drag Brunch is Here!Brace yourself for big laughs, bold looks, and unstoppable energy - because Carly York Jones, one of Calgary’s most beloved queens, is bringing her iconic flair to The Attic Bar & Stage...
Get your garden buzzing by learning about the basics of bees! Get decked out in beekeeping gear and join ABC Bees owner and operator Eliese Watson for a hive tour of the bees here in The Confluence Garden. This two-hour workshop will cover all of the different aspects of setting up bee hives and how...
Join us for a unique Calgary brunch experience in the heart of the zoo. You can enjoy both gourmet and comfort breakfast foods, including a free-flowing chocolate fountain with fresh fruit, eggs Benedict with Canadian bacon, a Belgian waffle bar, cooked to order omelets, and much more. Get your combo brunch and admission tickets today!
Mush Love Art Exhibition & Market Event on July 18 to 26!Special Events:Friday July 17 - Private Opening Event: 7 p.m. to MidnightSunday July 19 - Mush Market Event: Noon to 5 p.m.Friday July 24 - Psychedelic Sound Sessions: 7 p.m. to 11 p.m.Saturday July 25 - Artist-Run Workshops & Activations: Noon till 5 p.m.Mush...
The Challenge is simple — read every day this summer.Everyone 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.From July 1 to August 31, read, attend programs, explore new stories, and have fun at the Library as part...
Current is a new series of public art activations presented by The New Gallery (TNG), transforming the Bow River pathway into a flowing corridor of creativity. Connecting Calgary’s cultural landmarks and natural landscapes, these activations merge art, nature, and community through installation, performance, and interactive projects. It invites audiences to experience the city through the...
Free youth soccer is taking over Peace Park this summer, bringing high‑energy, high‑quality programming right to the heart of downtown. Whether a child or teen is trying soccer for the first time or building on their skills, these free clinics offer a fun, positive, and accessible way to stay active and connected all summer long.Delivered...
Free youth soccer is taking over Peace Park this summer, bringing high-energy, high-quality programming right to the heart of downtown. Whether your child or teen is trying soccer for the first time or building on their skills, these free programs offer a fun, positive, and accessible way to stay active and connected all summer long.Delivered...
AREA ØNE is one of the fastest-rising names in the new wave of acid techno, blending rolling acid lines with raw neo-rave energy. Hailing from The Netherlands, his high-impact sound has earned support from scene leaders like Charlotte de Witte, Amelie Lens, and Sara Landry. With viral releases like 90s Baby, Balance, and Power, plus...
Twisted Element Presents: Spectacular Saturdays Doors open at 8 p.m. | Drag show starts at 9:30 p.m. 2 Levels 2 DancefloorsDancing until 3 a.m. Drag show reservations must be present with seats claimed by 9:15 p.m. Reservations that fail to claim their tables/seats by 9:15 p.m. risk their seating being given away. Early arrival is...
Globe Cinema Presents: Night Nurse (2026) At the start of her new job in a luxury retirement community, Eleni (Cemre Paksoy) is drawn into a series of scam calls targeting the elderly residents, a pull she can't quite name or resist.As the community's strange rhythms close around her, she grows increasingly intimate with her elusive...
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. Tentative ProgramI Want to Break FreeWe Will Rock YouSomebody to...
Good Grief, Lenny Brd, Night Shift Where: Palomino Smokehouse and Social Club18+ with government issued identificationWhen: Saturday, July 18, 2026Doors: 8 p.m. - 9 p.m.Admission: $15NO JERK POLICY ALWAYS IN EFFECT!
Chandler Billinghurst is a comedian with the kind of name that sounds like he should either own a vineyard or get heckled at one. He brings sharp observations, quick turns, and just enough charm to make terrible life choices seem relatable. On stage, Chandler mixes wit and honesty, finding the funny in everyday chaos, awkward...
Globe Cinema Presents: El Topo (1970) El Topo decides to confront warrior masters on a transformative desert journey. He begins with his six-year-old son, who must bury his childhood totems to become a man. El Topo (the mole) claims to be God while dressed as a gunslinger in black, riding a horse through a mystical...
Globe Cinema Presents: Night Nurse (2026) At the start of her new job in a luxury retirement community, Eleni (Cemre Paksoy) is drawn into a series of scam calls targeting the elderly residents, a pull she can't quite name or resist.As the community's strange rhythms close around her, she grows increasingly intimate with her elusive...
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 Pink Floyd at Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre, under the gentle glow of candlelight.Tentative ProgramWish You Were HereComfortably NumbAnother Brick In The WallTimeMoneyBreathe...
Join us for a soulful Saturday evening with Vanessa Lunas & The Groove Keepers. Bringing a warm, smooth, and groove-driven sound to the GULBAR stage, the group blends jazz, soul, neo-soul, Bossa Nova, and modern grooves into an intimate live set. Expect music inspired by artists such as Sade, Amy Winehouse, Erykah Badu, and Alicia...
The 4th Street Night Market is located in the heart of The Beltline for 2026. Visit the lively main street neighborhood of 4th Street for food, fun, local finds, & friends at this family-friendly, free, pet-friendly night market all summer long! (May 16, June 20, July 18, August 22, September 19)
Free, please register Join artists-in-residency Kseniia Koshmai, Yu Chen, Jona Redwood, Shea Iles and Ezgi Turker for the reception of HOME residency, which creates space for dialogue between these perspectives, fostering connection while honouring the distinct histories, relationships, and experiences each artist carries. This is part of the HOME residency in July/August 2026 and gratefully...
Start your engines as we gear up for INITIAL D, a car show and screening!Since the 90s and 00s, the car import scene has been a vital cultural space for the Asian diaspora, including Chinese youth in North America. Modifying Japanese Domestic Market (JDM) vehicles allowed the diaspora to take pride in Asian engineering and...
TheChinatown Pop Up Movie Club and Compact Tuning Lab present a daytime carshowcase and nighttime screening of Initial D (頭文字D), a 2005 Hong Kongfilm directed by Andrew Lau and Alan Mak.Chinatown Pop Up Movie Club is an event series that shares knowledge about Chinese culture through cinema, while showcasing unique spaces in Calgary’s Chinatown.We are...
Blueprint Alberta & Deep Down Inside presents: AngrybabySaturday, July 18 2026National On 8th18+Known for pioneering the stutterhouse sound, bridging classical piano training with high-energy dancefloor melodies, the viral sensation Angrybaby takes over National on 8th Saturday July 18th as we launch our Sky Garden Rooftop series with Deep Down Inside.
Join us on Saturdays in PlayLab for a hands-on violin experience designed for young explorers and future musicians alike! Presented by Jubilee Arts in partnership with the National Music Centre, and featuring live performances alongside guided instruction from professional violinists, this interactive program invites children of all ages and skill levels to step into the...
Join us on Saturdays in PlayLab for a hands-on violin experience designed for young explorers and future musicians alike! Presented by Jubilee Arts in partnership with the National Music Centre, and featuring live performances alongside guided instruction from professional violinists, including musicians from the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra, this interactive program invites children of all ages...
Revup Autoshow 2026 Tour - Calgary Western Canada’s premier automotive event is back in Calgary to host this year's "Summer Stage" in the iconic Telus Convention Centre July 18th, from 1pm! Bring the whole family to see some of the best aftermarket tuner cars, tuning shops, lifestyle vendors, music and many more! #revup2026 TOUR DATES: The Opener, May 30 - Edmonton,...
Embrace creativity and exploration in our Saturday Drop-in Art Making program. This program is offered most Saturdays from 1-5 PM throughout the year. Materials and light instruction are provided, along with rotating themes and activities.Our programs encourage children, youth, and families to connect with modern and contemporary art through enjoyable and interactive creative experiences.JULY SCHEDULEJuly...
Step into PlayLab and explore rhythm through hands-on, high-energy music making. This free drop-in program invites participants ages 4-12 to experiment with beat, patterns, and group music-making with boomwhackers, djembes, and wooden spoons. Come for a few minutes or stay awhile and make some noise! PlayLab is a hands-on sound playground where young visitors can...
Dive into the world of music technology and explore unique instruments from the National Music Centre’s world-renowned collection.This is your chance to see how music is made and experience one-of-a-kind instruments in action. Step beyond the exhibits as interpreters go behind the glass to demonstrate historic artifacts, revealing the mechanics, sounds, and stories that make...
Each July the weekend after the Calgary Stampede, Downtown Calgary becomes a big fiesta! Come and enjoy the 3 hottest days of the summer with over 30 authentic food vendors, hundreds of national and international performers, artisan market, kids area, beer gardens and lots of fun.Let us share our beautiful culture with you and your...
INTRODUCING is Christine Klassen Gallery’s ongoing exhibition series dedicated to presenting artists newly joining the gallery roster. This 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...
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.These 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...
Visit Calgary’s only public flower market this summer! The Beaulieu Flower & Artisan Market at Lougheed House celebrates the long history of blooms and beauty in the historic greenspace at Lougheed House, right in the heart of Calgary’s Beltline neighbourhood. Browse local artists and flower vendors, take part in free art workshops, enjoy tunes spun...
Join us for the eleventh instalment of our workshop series highlighting dance styles from Africa and the Afro-Diaspora since 2017. This is a vibrant celebration and recognition of popular Afro-Diasporic dances, offering participants an opportunity to deepen their understanding of movement, culture, and history through African traditional, street, and social dance forms that continue to...
Visit Calgary’s only public flower market at Lougheed House this summer!The Beaulieu Art & Flower Market celebrates the long history of blooms and beauty in this historic greenspace right in the heart of Calgary’s Beltline neighbourhood. Browse local artists, flower vendors, and makers, take part in free art workshops, and cool off by exploring the...
What happens when yoga meets a 360° immersive environment? Join Curator Kollective for The Morning Ritual with Kristin Jostad.The Morning Ritual is an immersive yoga experience unlike anything you've experienced before. Hosted inside the immersive gallery at TELUS Spark Science Centre, it pairs a guided yoga session with breathtaking 360° visuals and surround sound, offering...
Mush Love Art Exhibition & Market Event on July 18 to 26!Special Events:Friday July 17 - Private Opening Event: 7 p.m. to MidnightSunday July 19 - Mush Market Event: Noon to 5 p.m.Friday July 24 - Psychedelic Sound Sessions: 7 p.m. to 11 p.m.Saturday July 25 - Artist-Run Workshops & Activations: Noon till 5 p.m.Mush...
The Challenge is simple — read every day this summer.Everyone 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.From July 1 to August 31, read, attend programs, explore new stories, and have fun at the Library as part...
Current is a new series of public art activations presented by The New Gallery (TNG), transforming the Bow River pathway into a flowing corridor of creativity. Connecting Calgary’s cultural landmarks and natural landscapes, these activations merge art, nature, and community through installation, performance, and interactive projects. It invites audiences to experience the city through the...
Twisted Elements Presents: Fridays with BenefitsDoors open at 8 p.m. | Drag show starts at 9:30 p.m. 2 Levels 2 DancefloorsDancing until 3 a.m. Drag show reservations must be present with seats claimed by 9:15 p.m. Reservations that fail to claim their tables/seats by 9:15 p.m. risk their seating being given away. Early arrival is...
Globe Cinema Presents: Night Nurse (2026) At the start of her new job in a luxury retirement community, Eleni (Cemre Paksoy) is drawn into a series of scam calls targeting the elderly residents, a pull she can't quite name or resist.As the community's strange rhythms close around her, she grows increasingly intimate with her elusive...
Join Little Bean Comedy for a special series tackling climate change the only way we know how: by telling jokes. Featuring local comedians, this event creates space for conversations and much needed laughs in the face of challenges that can often feel overwhelming. Come connect with community and briefly forget the heat waves. Please reach out to...
The MoonsnakesGenre: Psychedelic Dream Pop and indie rock.Sound: They blend summer-vibe bedroom pop hooks with a nostalgic, jangling guitar layer. Their music draws clear stylistic comparisons to the laid-back charm of Mac DeMarco mixed with the classic Canadian rock energy of The Tragically Hip.Orchid OrchestraGenre: Vulnerable Indie Pop.Sound: Known for an emotionally open, melodic approach....
Stolen Moon, Standard Issue Pleasure Model (Victoria) and George Hill & The Rainy SundaysWhere:Palomino Smokehouse and Social Club, 109 7 Avenue S.W CalgaryWhen: Friday July 17, 2026Doors: 8:00pm-8:30pmAdmission: $16.00
Join The Cab Co for the only long-form classic burlesque night in the city, monthly at The Attic Bar & StageWelcome to The Chandelier ClubStep into The Chandelier Club, a classic long-form burlesque experience set inside Inglewood’s intimate cocktail lounge, The Attic. Effortlessly glamorous artists move through the room in a seductive, immersive evening inspired...
Chandler Billinghurst is a comedian with the kind of name that sounds like he should either own a vineyard or get heckled at one. He brings sharp observations, quick turns, and just enough charm to make terrible life choices seem relatable. On stage, Chandler mixes wit and honesty, finding the funny in everyday chaos, awkward...
Globe Cinema Presents: El Topo (1970) El Topo decides to confront warrior masters on a transformative desert journey. He begins with his six-year-old son, who must bury his childhood totems to become a man. El Topo (the mole) claims to be God while dressed as a gunslinger in black, riding a horse through a mystical...
Globe Cinema Presents: Night Nurse (2026) At the start of her new job in a luxury retirement community, Eleni (Cemre Paksoy) is drawn into a series of scam calls targeting the elderly residents, a pull she can't quite name or resist.As the community's strange rhythms close around her, she grows increasingly intimate with her elusive...
The Good, The Bad, and the UglyDirected by Sergio LeoneRating: PGThe ultimate spaghetti western, this sprawling, epic shoot-em-up film is a classic. Blondie (Clint Eastwood) and Tuco (Eli Wallach) have a pretty good bounty scam going on, but the friends become enemies when Blondie two-times Tuco. Ultimately they learn about a stash of gold which...
Tickets $0-$25, please register.During his performances/workshop/hang session, Shea Iles invites folks from the audience to join him on stage to play a solo card game while he improvises on guitar alongside them. (If you don't know any solitaire games, that's okay — Shea will teach everyone a really easy one at the start so that...
Settle into Tomkins Park for an early‑evening concert with Calgary jazz pianist and composer Timothonius, whose warm, groove‑rich style brings an inviting pulse to one of the city’s favourite summer hangouts. Bring a friend, claim a spot, and let the music ease you into the evening. This performance unfolds in two distinct sets, each revealing...
It’s Back! Spend the night exploring 17th Ave as SIX live performances take over the business corridor, each one at a different location. Remember: follow the music, explore each stop, and see where the night takes you.Ashley Garrett & John at Dorsett Square,7-8 p.m.Ashley Garrett is one of Calgary’s rising country artists, known for her...
Celebrate a Milestone: 15 Years of Omatsuri!Welcome to Omatsuri 2026! This year marks a monumental milestone as the Calgary Japanese Community Association (CJCA) proudly celebrates our 15th Anniversary.For a decade and a half, Omatsuri has been Calgary’s premier gateway to authentic Japanese culture. To celebrate 15 years of community, heritage, and connection, we are making...
Join us for an afternoon of skateboarding, community, and fun with the McMorris Foundation.Watch world-class skateboarders Jake Anderson, Zion Wright, and Alex Midler throw down in a live demo, then stick around to meet the pros, grab an autograph, and snap a photo with your favourite skaters.This is a free event and everyone is welcome—whether...
Admission: Free with advance registration; walk-ins welcome, space permittingExhibition Tour: Ghazaleh Avarzamani: Churn, Earn, Burn and then ReturnDuration: 30-minute guided tour, followed by a post-tour conversation and optional mini mixerGuide: Harpreet M. Dayal is a Calgary-based South Asian author, poet, and interdisciplinary artist focused on using art for healing, community connection, and self-love. She is...
Each July the weekend after the Calgary Stampede, Downtown Calgary becomes a big fiesta! Come and enjoy the 3 hottest days of the summer with over 30 authentic food vendors, hundreds of national and international performers, artisan market, kids area, beer gardens and lots of fun.Let us share our beautiful culture with you and your...
INTRODUCING is Christine Klassen Gallery’s ongoing exhibition series dedicated to presenting artists newly joining the gallery roster. This 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...
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.These 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...
The Challenge is simple — read every day this summer.Everyone 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.From July 1 to August 31, read, attend programs, explore new stories, and have fun at the Library as part...
Current is a new series of public art activations presented by The New Gallery (TNG), transforming the Bow River pathway into a flowing corridor of creativity. Connecting Calgary’s cultural landmarks and natural landscapes, these activations merge art, nature, and community through installation, performance, and interactive projects. It invites audiences to experience the city through the...
Globe Cinema Presents: Night Nurse (2026) At the start of her new job in a luxury retirement community, Eleni (Cemre Paksoy) is drawn into a series of scam calls targeting the elderly residents, a pull she can't quite name or resist.As the community's strange rhythms close around her, she grows increasingly intimate with her elusive...
Join Lindsay for a 5-week somatic immersion blending nervous system literacy, somatic movement, breathwork, inquiry and embodied practices designed to deepen awareness, release stored tension and build emotional resilience. Each week explores how your body communicates through sensation, movement, and pattern. You'll learn to track your nervous system states, respond to activation with practical regulation...
One of Calgary's most burning organ quartets featuring four of the scene's most talented artists, paying tribute to Jimmy Smith and many more!Jazz & Soul at The Attic returns for Season III!Join us for another season of unforgettable live jazz and soul with Organ 4Tet feat. Chris Tauchner, Nicholas Bettcher, Jon May and Shane StatzWhether...
SHADES is one of Calgary's fastest-rising indie bands, known for bringing infectious energy to every stage they step on. Blending indie rock, pop, and funk influences, the band delivers original music that's both catchy and dynamic. Off stage, the members are just as recognizable—regular faces at jam nights and live shows across the city, they're...
Chandler Billinghurst is a comedian with the kind of name that sounds like he should either own a vineyard or get heckled at one. He brings sharp observations, quick turns, and just enough charm to make terrible life choices seem relatable. On stage, Chandler mixes wit and honesty, finding the funny in everyday chaos, awkward...
Violin phenom Kerson Leong opens with a burst of brilliance, leading a seamless, no-intermission journey from the radiant clarity of Johann Sebastian Bach through the shimmering virtuosity of Francisco Tárrega and Eugène Ysaÿe, while Charles Ives’ bold, experimental Piano Trio introduces unexpected twists along the way.The energy spills into Clancy Newman’s electrifying arrangements of Mark...
Event Date: Thursday, July 16Event Time: 7-8:30 pm | Doors open 6:30 pmCost: $15 (plus fees)Ages: 13+Last year, Kevin Allen packed the house with Colonial Calgary Was SO Gay. This year, he's back — and somehow, things are getting even beefier.For one special summer edition, Hot Dogs & Hot Takes on History becomes Hot Cakes...
Where: Palomino Smokehouse and Social Club109 7 Avenue S.W Calgary18+ with government issued identificationWhen: Thursday July 16, 2026Doors: 7:00pm-8:00pmAdmission: $16.00 NO JERK POLICY ALWAYS IN EFFECT!The HarpoonistYou ought to meet Harpoonist. Known to family, friends and hardcore fans as Shawn Hall. A harpoon/harmonica/harp virtuoso with a couple of decades in the hardcore, blues-based rock and...
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.Join us for free basketball clinics every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday from June through September, hosted at the Century Gardens Basketball Courts (826...
Join Director Naomi Potter & Head Preparator Doug Haslam for a behind the scenes tour of our current exhibitions.In this behind-the-scenes tour, guests will learn about the work that goes into curating and installing our Spring/Summer 2026 exhibitions: ᐃᔨ – Eyes – Shirley Moorhouse and Zadie Xa with Benito Mayor Vallejo | Moonlit Confessions Across...
Join Director/Curator Naomi Potter and Head Preparator Doug Haslam for a behind-the-scenes tour to learn about the work that goes into curating and installing our exhibitions.Thursday, July 16 2026 at 6-7 p.m.
INTRODUCING is Christine Klassen Gallery’s ongoing exhibition series dedicated to presenting artists newly joining the gallery roster. This 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...
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.These 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...
The Challenge is simple — read every day this summer.Everyone 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.From July 1 to August 31, read, attend programs, explore new stories, and have fun at the Library as part...
Current is a new series of public art activations presented by The New Gallery (TNG), transforming the Bow River pathway into a flowing corridor of creativity. Connecting Calgary’s cultural landmarks and natural landscapes, these activations merge art, nature, and community through installation, performance, and interactive projects. It invites audiences to experience the city through the...
Celebrate the end of another legendary Cowboys Music Festival with us! +18, no minors & standing room only.Early arrival recommended, subject to capacity.
Globe Cinema Presents: Night Nurse (2026) At the start of her new job in a luxury retirement community, Eleni (Cemre Paksoy) is drawn into a series of scam calls targeting the elderly residents, a pull she can't quite name or resist.As the community's strange rhythms close around her, she grows increasingly intimate with her elusive...
Chandler Billinghurst is a comedian with the kind of name that sounds like he should either own a vineyard or get heckled at one. He brings sharp observations, quick turns, and just enough charm to make terrible life choices seem relatable. On stage, Chandler mixes wit and honesty, finding the funny in everyday chaos, awkward...
Join us for a night of poetry performance, musical saw, poems about wrestling, emergency rooms and theatre monologues as we welcome Charlie Petch, who is on his "Charlie Petch's Big 'Ol Book Tour" for his second poetry collection with Brick Books, "Infinite Audition". Charlie will be joined by the talented spoken word artist, and total...
The Bouncing Souls bring the Born To Be Tour to The Palace on Wednesday, July 15th with support from The Suicide Machines! Date: Wednesday, July 15th, 2026 Doors: 6:00PM 18+ only with valid government issued ID
Dancer Fiona Malena first saw famed dancer Antonio Márquez dancing his Zapateado on stage over 20 years ago and was struck by the mastery and synthesis of both classical and flamenco worlds. Years later, still intrigued by the breath and innovation classical music offers, she recently performed with the Philharmonic of Essen, Germany in a...
Do you work or live downtown? Need to step away from the stress of everyday life? Looking for a quick midday reset? Clock Out! Your Creative Escape is a fun, casual monthly drop-in series open to anyone looking to pause, create, and recharge. Happening every third Wednesday, each session offers a low-pressure creative break designed...
Join us for a special edition of Forever Young: Seniors' Wednesdays, and celebrate lifelong connections to music with interactive experiences for all ages. Instrument Petting Zoo invites participants of all ages to feel like a kid again and explore a wide variety of musical instruments. Approach instruments with curiosity and playfulness as you try strings,...
Join us for a special edition of Forever Young: Seniors' Wednesdays at Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre, featuring interactive experiences for all ages that spark memories, inspire creativity, and create connections across generations.Circles of Rhythm is an interactive drum circle where participants of all ages and experience levels come together to make...
INTRODUCING is Christine Klassen Gallery’s ongoing exhibition series dedicated to presenting artists newly joining the gallery roster. This 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...
The Challenge is simple — read every day this summer.Everyone 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.From July 1 to August 31, read, attend programs, explore new stories, and have fun at the Library as part...
Current is a new series of public art activations presented by The New Gallery (TNG), transforming the Bow River pathway into a flowing corridor of creativity. Connecting Calgary’s cultural landmarks and natural landscapes, these activations merge art, nature, and community through installation, performance, and interactive projects. It invites audiences to experience the city through the...
Bobby Dove is a Canadian singer-songwriter who is quickly becoming a magnetic presence in the world of country and Americana music. With a voice as powerful as their storytelling, Dove pays tribute to the golden age of country, while crafting original, emotionally charged songs that are fresh off the heart-worn highway. Bobby’s internationally acclaimed sophomore...
Chandler Billinghurst is a comedian with the kind of name that sounds like he should either own a vineyard or get heckled at one. He brings sharp observations, quick turns, and just enough charm to make terrible life choices seem relatable. On stage, Chandler mixes wit and honesty, finding the funny in everyday chaos, awkward...
Lukas Nelson is an American singer-songwriter, guitarist, and the son of country legend Willie Nelson. Known for his Americana sound that blends rock and country, he has released acclaimed albums like A Few Stars Apart and the solo record American Romance. He also won a Grammy for co-writing and producing on Lady Gaga's A Star...
Photography Editing Sessions is a casual drop-in gathering where photographers can work on selecting, editing, and processing their images in a supportive group setting. Whether you're reviewing a recent photo walk, travel photos, client work, or a personal project, the session provides dedicated time to make progress while connecting with fellow photographers. Participants are encouraged to...
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.Join us for free basketball clinics every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday from June through September, hosted at the Century Gardens Basketball Courts (826...
A vibrant weekly club meant for both first-time fabric artists and veterans. Bring your project and chat with out knitters and crocheters, or join us for an introductory lesson!Who We Are Carya is a social impact agency that has been responding to the evolving social needs of the Calgary community since 1910. Today, with over...
Newzones is pleased to present G’ddy Up!, our annual summer group exhibition celebrating Calgary’s western spirit through a contemporary artistic lens.Presented in conjunction with the Calgary Stampede, G’ddy Up! brings together works by Kevin Sonmor, Dianne Bos, Evelyne Brader-Frank, Casey McGlynn, and other gallery artists whose work reflects the landscapes, traditions, and visual culture that...
INTRODUCING is Christine Klassen Gallery’s ongoing exhibition series dedicated to presenting artists newly joining the gallery roster. This 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...
The Challenge is simple — read every day this summer.Everyone 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.From July 1 to August 31, read, attend programs, explore new stories, and have fun at the Library as part...
Current is a new series of public art activations presented by The New Gallery (TNG), transforming the Bow River pathway into a flowing corridor of creativity. Connecting Calgary’s cultural landmarks and natural landscapes, these activations merge art, nature, and community through installation, performance, and interactive projects. It invites audiences to experience the city through the...
Chandler Billinghurst is a comedian with the kind of name that sounds like he should either own a vineyard or get heckled at one. He brings sharp observations, quick turns, and just enough charm to make terrible life choices seem relatable. On stage, Chandler mixes wit and honesty, finding the funny in everyday chaos, awkward...
Ship Out with us to the Championship Quarter Final Match!Cavalry FC vs Vancouver WhitecapsTickets available now on Eventbrite!Game Package $37 includes admission, round trip transport and complementary pint*Already have tickets? Transport Only tickets also availableITINERARY:5:30am Will Call/Check In at the pub with Bus Host, grab your game ticket and free MOOSEHEAD pint coupon6:30pm Midnight Madness...
Popcorn Clouds a Solo Fine Art Photography Exhibition on July 10–13, 2026 Opening Night, July 10, 6:00–8:00 p.m.General Admission, July 11–13 Popcorn Clouds is the debut solo exhibition by Calgary-based visual artist Winner Brave, a vibrant, immersive body of work exploring transformation, healing, and abundance through colour and light. Named after the deceptively gentle clouds...
The Challenge is simple — read every day this summer.Everyone 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.From July 1 to August 31, read, attend programs, explore new stories, and have fun at the Library as part...
Current is a new series of public art activations presented by The New Gallery (TNG), transforming the Bow River pathway into a flowing corridor of creativity. Connecting Calgary’s cultural landmarks and natural landscapes, these activations merge art, nature, and community through installation, performance, and interactive projects. It invites audiences to experience the city through the...
Globe Cinema Presents: Night Nurse (2026) At the start of her new job in a luxury retirement community, Eleni (Cemre Paksoy) is drawn into a series of scam calls targeting the elderly residents, a pull she can't quite name or resist.As the community's strange rhythms close around her, she grows increasingly intimate with her elusive...
Globe Cinema Presents: El Topo (1970) El Topo decides to confront warrior masters on a transformative desert journey. He begins with his six-year-old son, who must bury his childhood totems to become a man. El Topo (the mole) claims to be God while dressed as a gunslinger in black, riding a horse through a mystical...
Globe Cinema Presents: Night Nurse (2026) At the start of her new job in a luxury retirement community, Eleni (Cemre Paksoy) is drawn into a series of scam calls targeting the elderly residents, a pull she can't quite name or resist.As the community's strange rhythms close around her, she grows increasingly intimate with her elusive...
Every week, country-folk singer-songwriter Carter Felker presents a chill weekend set with a rotating cast of guests.This family-friendly show is best paired with our delicious Sunday brunch!Brunch menu: https://kingeddy.ca/menuAbout Carter Felker:Born and raised in the Prairies, Carter Felker’s eyes have seen the length of the wheat fields through many winter mornings, and the stretch of...
Join us for a unique Calgary brunch experience in the heart of the zoo. You can enjoy both gourmet and comfort breakfast foods, including a free-flowing chocolate fountain with fresh fruit, eggs Benedict with Canadian bacon, a Belgian waffle bar, cooked to order omelets, and much more. Get your combo brunch and admission tickets today!
Popcorn Clouds a Solo Fine Art Photography Exhibition on July 10–13, 2026 Opening Night, July 10, 6:00–8:00 p.m.General Admission, July 11–13 Popcorn Clouds is the debut solo exhibition by Calgary-based visual artist Winner Brave, a vibrant, immersive body of work exploring transformation, healing, and abundance through colour and light. Named after the deceptively gentle clouds...
The Challenge is simple — read every day this summer.Everyone 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.From July 1 to August 31, read, attend programs, explore new stories, and have fun at the Library as part...
Current is a new series of public art activations presented by The New Gallery (TNG), transforming the Bow River pathway into a flowing corridor of creativity. Connecting Calgary’s cultural landmarks and natural landscapes, these activations merge art, nature, and community through installation, performance, and interactive projects. It invites audiences to experience the city through the...
Globe Cinema Presents: El Topo (1970) El Topo decides to confront warrior masters on a transformative desert journey. He begins with his six-year-old son, who must bury his childhood totems to become a man. El Topo (the mole) claims to be God while dressed as a gunslinger in black, riding a horse through a mystical...
Globe Cinema Presents: Night Nurse (2026) At the start of her new job in a luxury retirement community, Eleni (Cemre Paksoy) is drawn into a series of scam calls targeting the elderly residents, a pull she can't quite name or resist.As the community's strange rhythms close around her, she grows increasingly intimate with her elusive...
Globe Cinema Presents: Night Nurse (2026) At the start of her new job in a luxury retirement community, Eleni (Cemre Paksoy) is drawn into a series of scam calls targeting the elderly residents, a pull she can't quite name or resist.As the community's strange rhythms close around her, she grows increasingly intimate with her elusive...
Join us on Saturdays in PlayLab for a hands-on violin experience designed for young explorers and future musicians alike! Presented by Jubilee Arts in partnership with the National Music Centre, and featuring live performances alongside guided instruction from professional violinists, including musicians from the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra, this interactive program invites children of all ages...
Embrace creativity and exploration in our Saturday Drop-in Art Making program. This program is offered most Saturdays from 1-5 PM throughout the year. Materials and light instruction are provided, along with rotating themes and activities.Our programs encourage children, youth, and families to connect with modern and contemporary art through enjoyable and interactive creative experiences.JULY SCHEDULEJuly...
Dive into the world of music technology and explore unique instruments from the National Music Centre’s world-renowned collection.This is your chance to see how music is made and experience one-of-a-kind instruments in action. Step beyond the exhibits as interpreters go behind the glass to demonstrate historic artifacts, revealing the mechanics, sounds, and stories that make...
INTRODUCING is Christine Klassen Gallery’s ongoing exhibition series dedicated to presenting artists newly joining the gallery roster. This 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...
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.These 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...
Join us for the eleventh instalment of our workshop series highlighting dance styles from Africa and the Afro-Diaspora since 2017. This is a vibrant celebration and recognition of popular Afro-Diasporic dances, offering participants an opportunity to deepen their understanding of movement, culture, and history through African traditional, street, and social dance forms that continue to...
Popcorn Clouds a Solo Fine Art Photography Exhibition on July 10–13, 2026 Opening Night, July 10, 6:00–8:00 p.m.General Admission, July 11–13 Popcorn Clouds is the debut solo exhibition by Calgary-based visual artist Winner Brave, a vibrant, immersive body of work exploring transformation, healing, and abundance through colour and light. Named after the deceptively gentle clouds...
The Challenge is simple — read every day this summer.Everyone 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.From July 1 to August 31, read, attend programs, explore new stories, and have fun at the Library as part...
Current is a new series of public art activations presented by The New Gallery (TNG), transforming the Bow River pathway into a flowing corridor of creativity. Connecting Calgary’s cultural landmarks and natural landscapes, these activations merge art, nature, and community through installation, performance, and interactive projects. It invites audiences to experience the city through the...
Globe Cinema Presents: El Topo (1970) El Topo decides to confront warrior masters on a transformative desert journey. He begins with his six-year-old son, who must bury his childhood totems to become a man. El Topo (the mole) claims to be God while dressed as a gunslinger in black, riding a horse through a mystical...
Globe Cinema Presents: Night Nurse (2026) At the start of her new job in a luxury retirement community, Eleni (Cemre Paksoy) is drawn into a series of scam calls targeting the elderly residents, a pull she can't quite name or resist.As the community's strange rhythms close around her, she grows increasingly intimate with her elusive...
Join Little Bean Comedy for a special series tackling climate change the only way we know how: by telling jokes. Featuring local comedians, this event creates space for conversations and much needed laughs in the face of challenges that can often feel overwhelming. Come connect with community and briefly forget the heat waves. Please reach out to...
Globe Cinema Presents: Night Nurse (2026) At the start of her new job in a luxury retirement community, Eleni (Cemre Paksoy) is drawn into a series of scam calls targeting the elderly residents, a pull she can't quite name or resist.As the community's strange rhythms close around her, she grows increasingly intimate with her elusive...
Inglewood Night Market is a series of FREE summer night markets taking place in the heart of Inglewood. The markets have over 150 unique and local artisan vendors, food trucks, an all-ages licensed area & live music. The markets feature the best arts and culture talent Calgary has to offer. Come to shop and stay...
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.Take advantage of the extended hours to explore the White Box space...
Join us for an afternoon of skateboarding, community, and fun with the McMorris Foundation.Watch world-class skateboarders Jake Anderson, Zion Wright, and Alex Midler throw down in a live demo, then stick around to meet the pros, grab an autograph, and snap a photo with your favourite skaters.This is a free event and everyone is welcome—whether...
Newzones is pleased to present G’ddy Up!, our annual summer group exhibition celebrating Calgary’s western spirit through a contemporary artistic lens.Presented in conjunction with the Calgary Stampede, G’ddy Up! brings together works by Kevin Sonmor, Dianne Bos, Evelyne Brader-Frank, Casey McGlynn, and other gallery artists whose work reflects the landscapes, traditions, and visual culture that...
INTRODUCING is Christine Klassen Gallery’s ongoing exhibition series dedicated to presenting artists newly joining the gallery roster. This 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...
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.These 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...
Popcorn Clouds a Solo Fine Art Photography Exhibition on July 10–13, 2026 Opening Night, July 10, 6:00–8:00 p.m.General Admission, July 11–13 Popcorn Clouds is the debut solo exhibition by Calgary-based visual artist Winner Brave, a vibrant, immersive body of work exploring transformation, healing, and abundance through colour and light. Named after the deceptively gentle clouds...
The Challenge is simple — read every day this summer.Everyone 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.From July 1 to August 31, read, attend programs, explore new stories, and have fun at the Library as part...
Current is a new series of public art activations presented by The New Gallery (TNG), transforming the Bow River pathway into a flowing corridor of creativity. Connecting Calgary’s cultural landmarks and natural landscapes, these activations merge art, nature, and community through installation, performance, and interactive projects. It invites audiences to experience the city through the...
Join Lindsay for a 5-week somatic immersion blending nervous system literacy, somatic movement, breathwork, inquiry and embodied practices designed to deepen awareness, release stored tension and build emotional resilience. Each week explores how your body communicates through sensation, movement, and pattern. You'll learn to track your nervous system states, respond to activation with practical regulation...
Newzones is pleased to present G’ddy Up!, our annual summer group exhibition celebrating Calgary’s western spirit through a contemporary artistic lens.Presented in conjunction with the Calgary Stampede, G’ddy Up! brings together works by Kevin Sonmor, Dianne Bos, Evelyne Brader-Frank, Casey McGlynn, and other gallery artists whose work reflects the landscapes, traditions, and visual culture that...
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.These 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...
The Challenge is simple — read every day this summer.Everyone 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.From July 1 to August 31, read, attend programs, explore new stories, and have fun at the Library as part...
Current is a new series of public art activations presented by The New Gallery (TNG), transforming the Bow River pathway into a flowing corridor of creativity. Connecting Calgary’s cultural landmarks and natural landscapes, these activations merge art, nature, and community through installation, performance, and interactive projects. It invites audiences to experience the city through the...
Discover the artistic gems of the East Village through a guided walking experience that brings public art to life. Explore a curated selection of vibrant works while uncovering the stories, meaning, and local context behind each piece. The experience concludes with a hands-on opportunity to create your own public art on The Confluence’s free graffiti...
Newzones is pleased to present G’ddy Up!, our annual summer group exhibition celebrating Calgary’s western spirit through a contemporary artistic lens.Presented in conjunction with the Calgary Stampede, G’ddy Up! brings together works by Kevin Sonmor, Dianne Bos, Evelyne Brader-Frank, Casey McGlynn, and other gallery artists whose work reflects the landscapes, traditions, and visual culture that...
The Challenge is simple — read every day this summer.Everyone 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.From July 1 to August 31, read, attend programs, explore new stories, and have fun at the Library as part...
Current is a new series of public art activations presented by The New Gallery (TNG), transforming the Bow River pathway into a flowing corridor of creativity. Connecting Calgary’s cultural landmarks and natural landscapes, these activations merge art, nature, and community through installation, performance, and interactive projects. It invites audiences to experience the city through the...
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.Join us for free basketball clinics every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday from June through September, hosted at the Century Gardens Basketball Courts (826...
A vibrant weekly club meant for both first-time fabric artists and veterans. Bring your project and chat with out knitters and crocheters, or join us for an introductory lesson!Who We Are Carya is a social impact agency that has been responding to the evolving social needs of the Calgary community since 1910. Today, with over...
Newzones is pleased to present G’ddy Up!, our annual summer group exhibition celebrating Calgary’s western spirit through a contemporary artistic lens.Presented in conjunction with the Calgary Stampede, G’ddy Up! brings together works by Kevin Sonmor, Dianne Bos, Evelyne Brader-Frank, Casey McGlynn, and other gallery artists whose work reflects the landscapes, traditions, and visual culture that...
The Challenge is simple — read every day this summer.Everyone 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.From July 1 to August 31, read, attend programs, explore new stories, and have fun at the Library as part...
Current is a new series of public art activations presented by The New Gallery (TNG), transforming the Bow River pathway into a flowing corridor of creativity. Connecting Calgary’s cultural landmarks and natural landscapes, these activations merge art, nature, and community through installation, performance, and interactive projects. It invites audiences to experience the city through the...
The Challenge is simple — read every day this summer.Everyone 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.From July 1 to August 31, read, attend programs, explore new stories, and have fun at the Library as part...
Current is a new series of public art activations presented by The New Gallery (TNG), transforming the Bow River pathway into a flowing corridor of creativity. Connecting Calgary’s cultural landmarks and natural landscapes, these activations merge art, nature, and community through installation, performance, and interactive projects. It invites audiences to experience the city through the...
Join us for an afternoon of skateboarding, community, and fun with the McMorris Foundation.Watch world-class skateboarders Jake Anderson, Zion Wright, and Alex Midler throw down in a live demo, then stick around to meet the pros, grab an autograph, and snap a photo with your favourite skaters.This is a free event and everyone is welcome—whether...
Join us for an afternoon of skateboarding, community, and fun with the McMorris Foundation.July 5: Jam session + game of s.k.a.t.e competition with The Compound YYCJuly 10, 17 + 24: Learn to skate with SkatelifeJuly 11: Skateboard demo + autographs with pro-skatersJuly 18: Skate session with 100% Skate Club
Every week, country-folk singer-songwriter Carter Felker presents a chill weekend set with a rotating cast of guests.This family-friendly show is best paired with our delicious Sunday brunch!Brunch menu: https://kingeddy.ca/menuAbout Carter Felker:Born and raised in the Prairies, Carter Felker’s eyes have seen the length of the wheat fields through many winter mornings, and the stretch of...
Dive into the world of music technology and explore unique instruments from the National Music Centre’s world-renowned collection.This is your chance to see how music is made and experience one-of-a-kind instruments in action. Step beyond the exhibits as interpreters go behind the glass to demonstrate historic artifacts, revealing the mechanics, sounds, and stories that make...
Dive into the world of music technology and explore unique instruments from the National Music Centre’s world-renowned collection. This is your chance to see how music is made and experience one-of-a-kind instruments in action. Step beyond the exhibits as interpreters go behind the glass to demonstrate historic artifacts, revealing the mechanics, sounds, and stories that...
Join us for a unique Calgary brunch experience in the heart of the zoo. You can enjoy both gourmet and comfort breakfast foods, including a free-flowing chocolate fountain with fresh fruit, eggs Benedict with Canadian bacon, a Belgian waffle bar, cooked to order omelets, and much more. Get your combo brunch and admission tickets today!
The Challenge is simple — read every day this summer.Everyone 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.From July 1 to August 31, read, attend programs, explore new stories, and have fun at the Library as part...
Free youth soccer is taking over Peace Park this summer, bringing high‑energy, high‑quality programming right to the heart of downtown. Whether a child or teen is trying soccer for the first time or building on their skills, these free clinics offer a fun, positive, and accessible way to stay active and connected all summer long.Delivered...
Free youth soccer is taking over Peace Park this summer, bringing high-energy, high-quality programming right to the heart of downtown. Whether your child or teen is trying soccer for the first time or building on their skills, these free programs offer a fun, positive, and accessible way to stay active and connected all summer long.Delivered...
Join us on Saturdays in PlayLab for a hands-on violin experience designed for young explorers and future musicians alike! Presented by Jubilee Arts in partnership with the National Music Centre, and featuring live performances alongside guided instruction from professional violinists, including musicians from the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra, this interactive program invites children of all ages...
Turn up the music and shake it out! Join us in PlayLab where we'll be moving and grooving to a new style of dance each session.---11:00 am and 1:00 pmFree admission on Level 1---About Kym Butler:Kym has been a dance educator/movement instructor for almost 40 years. If it involves moving the body, then she has...
Embrace creativity and exploration in our Saturday Drop-in Art Making program. This program is offered most Saturdays from 1-5 PM throughout the year. Materials and light instruction are provided, along with rotating themes and activities.Our programs encourage children, youth, and families to connect with modern and contemporary art through enjoyable and interactive creative experiences.JULY SCHEDULEJuly...
Embrace creativity and exploration in our Saturday Drop-in Art Making program. This program is offered most Saturdays from 1-5 PM throughout the year. Materials and light instruction are provided, along with rotating themes and activities. Our programs encourage children, youth, and families to connect with modern and contemporary art through enjoyable and interactive creative experiences....
Newzones is pleased to present G’ddy Up!, our annual summer group exhibition celebrating Calgary’s western spirit through a contemporary artistic lens.Presented in conjunction with the Calgary Stampede, G’ddy Up! brings together works by Kevin Sonmor, Dianne Bos, Evelyne Brader-Frank, Casey McGlynn, and other gallery artists whose work reflects the landscapes, traditions, and visual culture that...
Dive into the world of music technology and explore unique instruments from the National Music Centre’s world-renowned collection.This is your chance to see how music is made and experience one-of-a-kind instruments in action. Step beyond the exhibits as interpreters go behind the glass to demonstrate historic artifacts, revealing the mechanics, sounds, and stories that make...
Dive into the world of music technology and explore unique instruments from the National Music Centre’s world-renowned collection. This is your chance to see how music is made and experience one-of-a-kind instruments in action. Step beyond the exhibits as interpreters go behind the glass to demonstrate historic artifacts, revealing the mechanics, sounds, and stories that...
Turn up the music and shake it out! Join us in PlayLab where we'll be moving and grooving to a new style of dance each session.---11:00 am and 1:00 pmFree admission on Level 1---About Kym Butler:Kym has been a dance educator/movement instructor for almost 40 years. If it involves moving the body, then she has...
The Challenge is simple — read every day this summer.Everyone 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.From July 1 to August 31, read, attend programs, explore new stories, and have fun at the Library as part...
Newzones is pleased to present G’ddy Up!, our annual summer group exhibition celebrating Calgary’s western spirit through a contemporary artistic lens.Presented in conjunction with the Calgary Stampede, G’ddy Up! brings together works by Kevin Sonmor, Dianne Bos, Evelyne Brader-Frank, Casey McGlynn, and other gallery artists whose work reflects the landscapes, traditions, and visual culture that...
The Challenge is simple — read every day this summer.Everyone 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.From July 1 to August 31, read, attend programs, explore new stories, and have fun at the Library as part...
Join Lindsay for a 5-week somatic immersion blending nervous system literacy, somatic movement, breathwork, inquiry and embodied practices designed to deepen awareness, release stored tension and build emotional resilience. Each week explores how your body communicates through sensation, movement, and pattern. You'll learn to track your nervous system states, respond to activation with practical regulation...
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.Join us for free basketball clinics every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday from June through September, hosted at the Century Gardens Basketball Courts (826...
Newzones is pleased to present G’ddy Up!, our annual summer group exhibition celebrating Calgary’s western spirit through a contemporary artistic lens.Presented in conjunction with the Calgary Stampede, G’ddy Up! brings together works by Kevin Sonmor, Dianne Bos, Evelyne Brader-Frank, Casey McGlynn, and other gallery artists whose work reflects the landscapes, traditions, and visual culture that...
The Challenge is simple — read every day this summer.Everyone 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.From July 1 to August 31, read, attend programs, explore new stories, and have fun at the Library as part...
Discover the artistic gems of the East Village through a guided walking experience that brings public art to life. Explore a curated selection of vibrant works while uncovering the stories, meaning, and local context behind each piece. The experience concludes with a hands-on opportunity to create your own public art on The Confluence’s free graffiti...
The Challenge is simple — read every day this summer.Everyone 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.From July 1 to August 31, read, attend programs, explore new stories, and have fun at the Library as part...
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.Join us for free basketball clinics every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday from June through September, hosted at the Century Gardens Basketball Courts (826...
✨ A Downtown Favourite Returns in 2026! ✨The Market on Stephen Avenue is officially returning for the 2026 season — and vendor applications are now OPEN!Set in the heart of downtown Calgary, this vibrant daytime market offers exceptional exposure for small businesses, makers, artists, and creative brands looking to connect with locals and visitors alike.🗓...
Every week, country-folk singer-songwriter Carter Felker presents a chill weekend set with a rotating cast of guests.This family-friendly show is best paired with our delicious Sunday brunch!Brunch menu: https://kingeddy.ca/menuAbout Carter Felker:Born and raised in the Prairies, Carter Felker’s eyes have seen the length of the wheat fields through many winter mornings, and the stretch of...
Every week, country-folk singer-songwriter Carter Felker presents a chill weekend set with a rotating cast of guests.This family-friendly show is best paired with our delicious Sunday brunch!Brunch menu: https://kingeddy.ca/menuAbout Carter Felker:Born and raised in the Prairies, Carter Felker’s eyes have seen the length of the wheat fields through many winter mornings, and the stretch of...
Every week, country-folk singer-songwriter Carter Felker presents a chill weekend set with a rotating cast of guests.This family-friendly show is best paired with our delicious Sunday brunch!Brunch menu: https://kingeddy.ca/menuAbout Carter Felker:Born and raised in the Prairies, Carter Felker’s eyes have seen the length of the wheat fields through many winter mornings, and the stretch of...
Join us for a unique Calgary brunch experience in the heart of the zoo. You can enjoy both gourmet and comfort breakfast foods, including a free-flowing chocolate fountain with fresh fruit, eggs Benedict with Canadian bacon, a Belgian waffle bar, cooked to order omelets, and much more. Get your combo brunch and admission tickets today!
Join us for a unique Calgary brunch experience in the heart of the zoo. You can enjoy both gourmet and comfort breakfast foods, including a free-flowing chocolate fountain with fresh fruit, eggs Benedict with Canadian bacon, a Belgian waffle bar, cooked to order omelets, and much more. Get your combo brunch and admission tickets today!
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.Join us for free basketball clinics every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday from June through September, hosted at the Century Gardens Basketball Courts (826...
CAKE is a long form improv duo consisting of Anton Matyushin and Aaron Ranger. Inspired by longer form theatrical improv formats, CAKE aims to create worlds that are real, characters that are raw, and narratives that satisfy, one layer at a time. The improv takes its time, and the comedy is earned.
CAKE is a long form improv duo consisting of Anton Matyushin and Aaron Ranger. Inspired by longer form theatrical improv formats, CAKE aims to create worlds that are real, characters that are raw, and narratives that satisfy, one layer at a time. The improv takes its time, and the comedy is earned.
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.Join us for free basketball clinics every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday from June through September, hosted at the Century Gardens Basketball Courts (826...
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 ABBA at Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre, under the gentle glow of candlelight.Tentative ProgramDancing QueenSOSMoney, Money, MoneyThe Winner Takes it AllVoulez-VousAngeleyesWaterlooFernandoKnowing Me, Knowing...
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)
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)
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. Tentative ProgramTime - InceptionThis Land - The Lion KingZooster’s...
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. Tentative Program- Time - Inception- This Land - The...
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. Tentative Program- Time - Inception- This Land - The...
Every week, country-folk singer-songwriter Carter Felker presents a chill weekend set with a rotating cast of guests.This family-friendly show is best paired with our delicious Sunday brunch!Brunch menu: https://kingeddy.ca/menuAbout Carter Felker:Born and raised in the Prairies, Carter Felker’s eyes have seen the length of the wheat fields through many winter mornings, and the stretch of...
Every week, country-folk singer-songwriter Carter Felker presents a chill weekend set with a rotating cast of guests.This family-friendly show is best paired with our delicious Sunday brunch!Brunch menu: https://kingeddy.ca/menuAbout Carter Felker:Born and raised in the Prairies, Carter Felker’s eyes have seen the length of the wheat fields through many winter mornings, and the stretch of...
Every week, country-folk singer-songwriter Carter Felker presents a chill weekend set with a rotating cast of guests.This family-friendly show is best paired with our delicious Sunday brunch!Brunch menu: https://kingeddy.ca/menuAbout Carter Felker:Born and raised in the Prairies, Carter Felker’s eyes have seen the length of the wheat fields through many winter mornings, and the stretch of...
Free youth soccer is taking over Peace Park this summer, bringing high‑energy, high‑quality programming right to the heart of downtown. Whether a child or teen is trying soccer for the first time or building on their skills, these free clinics offer a fun, positive, and accessible way to stay active and connected all summer long.Delivered...
Free youth soccer is taking over Peace Park this summer, bringing high-energy, high-quality programming right to the heart of downtown. Whether your child or teen is trying soccer for the first time or building on their skills, these free programs offer a fun, positive, and accessible way to stay active and connected all summer long.Delivered...
The 4th Street Night Market is located in the heart of The Beltline for 2026. Visit the lively main street neighborhood of 4th Street for food, fun, local finds, & friends at this family-friendly, free, pet-friendly night market all summer long! (May 16, June 20, July 18, August 22, September 19)
The 4th Street Night Market is located in the heart of The Beltline for 2026. Visit the lively main street neighborhood of 4th Street for food, fun, local finds, & friends at this family-friendly, free, pet-friendly night market all summer long! (May 16, June 20, July 18, August 22, September 19)
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.Join us for free basketball clinics every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday from June through September, hosted at the Century Gardens Basketball Courts (826...
Come join the vibe and freestyle with us every month at Cypher Club! Everyone is welcome - rappers, producers, singers, poets and artists - to share your voice on the mic at our open Cypher featuring local DJs on the decks.BEATS. BARS. COMMUNITY.-This event is put on by Cypher Club YYC. For any inquiries, please...
Come join the vibe and freestyle with us every month at Cypher Club! Everyone is welcome - rappers, producers, singers, poets and artists - to share your voice on the mic at our open Cypher featuring local DJs on the decks.BEATS. BARS. COMMUNITY.-This event is put on by Cypher Club YYC. For any inquiries, please...
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.Join us for free basketball clinics every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday from June through September, hosted at the Century Gardens Basketball Courts (826...
Every week, country-folk singer-songwriter Carter Felker presents a chill weekend set with a rotating cast of guests.This family-friendly show is best paired with our delicious Sunday brunch!Brunch menu: https://kingeddy.ca/menuAbout Carter Felker:Born and raised in the Prairies, Carter Felker’s eyes have seen the length of the wheat fields through many winter mornings, and the stretch of...
Every week, country-folk singer-songwriter Carter Felker presents a chill weekend set with a rotating cast of guests.This family-friendly show is best paired with our delicious Sunday brunch!Brunch menu: https://kingeddy.ca/menuAbout Carter Felker:Born and raised in the Prairies, Carter Felker’s eyes have seen the length of the wheat fields through many winter mornings, and the stretch of...
Every week, country-folk singer-songwriter Carter Felker presents a chill weekend set with a rotating cast of guests.This family-friendly show is best paired with our delicious Sunday brunch!Brunch menu: https://kingeddy.ca/menuAbout Carter Felker:Born and raised in the Prairies, Carter Felker’s eyes have seen the length of the wheat fields through many winter mornings, and the stretch of...
Carly York Jones presents: Devilled Legs Drag Brunch at The Attic Bar & Stage, with special guests every monthCalgary’s Rowdiest Drag Brunch is Here!Brace yourself for big laughs, bold looks, and unstoppable energy - because Carly York Jones, one of Calgary’s most beloved queens, is bringing her iconic flair to The Attic Bar & Stage...
Join us for a unique Calgary brunch experience in the heart of the zoo. You can enjoy both gourmet and comfort breakfast foods, including a free-flowing chocolate fountain with fresh fruit, eggs Benedict with Canadian bacon, a Belgian waffle bar, cooked to order omelets, and much more. Get your combo brunch and admission tickets today!
Join us for a unique Calgary brunch experience in the heart of the zoo. You can enjoy both gourmet and comfort breakfast foods, including a free-flowing chocolate fountain with fresh fruit, eggs Benedict with Canadian bacon, a Belgian waffle bar, cooked to order omelets, and much more. Get your combo brunch and admission tickets today!
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