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We are pleased to invite you to Light It Up, a one-night immersive celebration at The GRAND marking Woezo Africa’s 20th anniversary and the closing of the 5th annual Black Arts Development (BAD) Program 3 Week Dance Intensive.This is a full cultural experience of African, Caribbean, and Black arts brought to life across one unforgettable...
Globe Cinema Presents: Rose of Nevada (2025) 30 years ago, the Rose of Nevada disappeared at sea. Now, it has returned. Desperate to make ends meet, two men join its crew and set sail once again, but soon discover they’ve been transported back into the past, where they are mistaken for the original crew. Genre:...
A Not So Silent Events is bringing back the ultimate outdoor party!Join us for an unforgettable night filled with rockin' tunes, DJ beats, and patio vibes - all for a fantastic cause! 4th Annual A Not So Silent Summer Charity Rooftop Concert in support of Not In My City SATURDAY, July 25, 2026 4 pm - 10 pmONEUP!...
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...
Reimagining live music experiences - Creating innovative ways for organizations and artists to work together.
Join us in PlayLab and make music by building circuits and experimenting with synthesizers. In this hands-on drop-in program, participants build simple circuits and create sounds they can hear instantly. Try things out, make changes, and see what happens as you explore how sound is shaped through play and experimentation. Kids discover how electricity and circuits...
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...
Welcome to the Inglewood SunfestA stylish summer festival in the heart of Inglewood.We're here to celebrate, engage, entertain, and delight.See you July 25, 2026 from 11:00 am - 7:00 pmAt Sunfest, there is fun for everyone. Visit 9th Ave SE in Inglewood for a day of free entertainment, shopping, food trucks and patios!Inglewood is host...
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...
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