Explore Downtown YYC

Do the Right Thing | The GRAND
2026-02-20 17:30 - 21:00 UTC | The GRAND, 608 First St. S.W., Calgary, Alberta, T2P 1M6, Canada
Directed by Spike Lee, Do the Right Thing is a bold, vibrant, and fiercely unforgettable exploration of community, conflict, and cultural tension on a scorching Brooklyn summer day. Uncle Fatih’s Pizza will be selling pizza by the slice and drinks and popcorn will be available.

Locked Library: Full Steam
2026-02-20 22:30 | Central Library, 800 3 St S.E., Calgary, Alberta
Start your train-ing and get ready to climb aboard! The next instalment in everybody’s favourite Library puzzle obsession is scheduled to arrive! Don’t miss a brand-new escape room-style game taking over all four levels of Central Library.

SkijorDue
2026-02-21 - 2026-02-22 | The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland, 750 Ninth Ave. S.E., Calgary, Alberta, T2G 5E1, Canada
An adrenaline-charged exhibition of horsepower, grit and all-out skill, SkijorDue combines massive stunts with gooey fondue treats.

Year of the Horse Chinese New Year Festival 2026
2026-02-21 11:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-22 11:00 - 17:00 | Chinese Cultural Centre, 197 First St. S.W., Calgary, Alberta, T2P 4M4, Canada
Immerse yourself in two weekends of multicultural performances, a vibrant vendor market, dragon and lion dances, art exhibitions, and all with free admission.

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.

An Evening with Yotam Ottolenghi
2026-02-24 19:30 - 21:30 | Jack Singer Concert Hall, 225 Eighth Ave. S.E., Calgary, Alberta
Spend a delicious evening with Yotam Ottolenghi as he blends live cooking, storytelling, and audience interaction in a warm, insightful stage event, live at Werklund Centre.

Calgary Home + Garden Show
2026-02-26 - 2026-03-01 | BMO Centre, 20 Roundup Way S.E., Calgary, Alberta
The Calgary Home + Garden Show is a one‑stop destination for inspiration, expert advice, and hundreds of exhibitors ready to help you tackle any home project. With stunning displays, industry pros, and fresh ideas for every room and outdoor space, it’s the perfect place to spark your next renovation or refresh.

Ethnik Festival of Arts & Culture
2026-02-27 - 2026-03-01 | Various Locations
One of the local events marking Black History Month, this festival celebrates the voices and cultural traditions of Alberta’s African and Caribbean communities.

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.

Unified 67
2026-02-28 18:00 | Hyatt Regency Calgary, 700 Centre St. S., Calgary, Alberta, T2G 5P6, Canada
Unified 67 brings top‑tier mixed martial arts action to Calgary, showcasing a full fight card of rising contenders and championship‑level talent inside the cage. Fans can expect an adrenaline‑charged night as athletes from across North America step into the spotlight for high‑intensity bouts at the Hyatt Regency.

Calgary Roughnecks Home Games
2026-02-28 19:00 - 22:00 | Scotiabank Saddledome, 555 Saddledome Rise S.E., Calgary, Alberta
The Calgary Roughnecks are Calgary’s high‑energy, hard‑hitting box lacrosse crew known for big goals, bigger vibes, and some of the loudest nights in the Saddledome.

Lunar New Year Film Screening: The Dumpling Queen
2026-03-01 00:00 | Central Library, 800 3 St S.E., Calgary, Alberta
This inspiring and heartwarming film tells the story behind one woman’s extraordinary journey from humble beginnings to building a culinary empire—one dumpling at a time. The Dumpling Queen is a moving tribute to resilience, entrepreneurship, family, and the rich cultural traditions that connect us across generations.

Calgary Wrangler Home Games
2026-03-01 13:00 - 15:00 | Scotiabank Saddledome, 555 Saddledome Rise S.E., Calgary, Alberta
Check out the top prospects of the Calgary Flames at a Calgary Wranglers home game at the Scotiabank Saddledome as the Wranglers take on five visitors this month!

Lunar New Year Closing Event
2026-03-01 13:00 - 16:00 | Central Library, 800 3 St S.E., Calgary, Alberta
Celebrate the closing of Lunar New Year with performances, a cultural fashion show, a lantern parade and more.

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.

International Women’s Day with Making Changes Association
2026-03-03 11:00 - 14:00, 2026-03-04 11:00 - 14:00, 2026-03-05 11:00 - 14:00 | The CORE Shopping Centre, 324 Eighth Ave. S.W., Calgary, Alberta, T2P 2Z2, Canada
This International Women’s Day, Making Changes Association (MCA) invites the Calgary community to take part in a meaningful public activation centered on confidence, opportunity, and collective impact.

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.

Calgary Flames Home Games
2026-03-03 19:00 - 22:00, 2026-03-05 19:00 - 22:00 | Scotiabank Saddledome, 555 Saddledome Rise S.E., Calgary, Alberta
Experience the thrill of NHL action with Calgary Flames Home Games at the Scotiabank Saddledome as the Flames take on nine teams on home ice this month!

Botticelli in the Fire
2026-03-04 | Werklund Centre, 205 Eighth Ave. S.E., Calgary, Alberta, T2G 0K9, Canada
Botticelli in the Fire is a bold, contemporary reimagining of Renaissance Florence, where art, desire, and political upheaval collide in a high‑energy, provocative spectacle. As society edges toward chaos, Botticelli’s passion for beauty threatens to ignite a revolution, forcing us to ask whether art can survive the flames.

Education Concert: Swan Lake
2026-03-05 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.

Reel Talk Movie Club: Amélie (2001)
2026-03-05 18:30 - 21:00 | The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland, 750 Ninth Ave. S.E., Calgary, Alberta, T2G 5E1, Canada
Movies aren’t just entertainment — they challenge us, inspire us and shape the way we see the world. Join The Confluence for Reel Talk Movie Club, to dive into groundbreaking films that pushed boundaries, sparked conversation and redefined cinema.

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.

Calgary Hitmen Home Games
2026-03-06 19:00 - 22:00 | Scotiabank Saddledome, 555 Saddledome Rise S.E., Calgary, Alberta
Watch the Calgary Hitmen in action at the Scotiabank Saddledome, where high-energy hockey meets hometown pride.

Dance Dance Disco
2026-03-06 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!
