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This year’s event brings musical performances by artists like Cedric Burnside, Field Guide and Goldie Boutilier at venues throughout the city.
This year’s event brings musical performances by artists like Cedric Burnside, Field Guide and Goldie Boutilier at venues throughout the city.
This popular festival showcases the work of local and international photographers.
Surround yourself with glorious Baroque music in this potpourri program performed by the Calgary Phil in the intimate setting of the Bella Concert Hall.
Mecha Mayhem is Canada’s largest robotics competition, bringing more than 200 teams from around the world to Calgary to battle it out for top honours. Hosted at the BMO Centre, the event showcases high‑energy engineering talent as teams compete for championship titles and coveted qualification spots at the VEX Robotics World Championships.
Experience the magic of live ice sculpting as master carvers from Heilongjiang Province, China transformation blocks of ice into stunning works of art. FEB 6-7: Sien Lok Park (Chinatown) FEB 9-10: Daqing Square (Chinatown) FEB 12-13: Eau Claire Plaza
In celebration of the 30th anniversary of Black History Month, the National Music Centre will present a full-day celebration spotlighting the creativity, legacy, and future of Calgary’s Black community. Admission is free!
Enjoy a variety of cool outdoor activities, from horse-drawn carriage rides to skating on the ODR, head to where the rivers meet for an afternoon packed with free, family-friendly, winter fun!
The Beatles come to life in Revolution, the new authorized symphonic tribute to the Fab Four, featuring top vocalists and musicians accompanied by Grammy-winner Jeff Tyzik's new arrangements transcribed and arranged from the original master recordings at Abbey Road.
John Ware was among Alberta’s first non-white settlers. The Black cowboy, born sometime between 1845 and 1850 in the southern United States, followed fortune and cattle herds north from Texas to Canada in 1882. He established his own ranch near Millarville. Hear how a team from U of Calgary conducted a four-week excavation of the site in 2025.
Join us for a special screening of We Are the Roots a film that tells the story of a wave of African American immigrants who moved to Alberta and Saskatchewan between 1905-1912 to escape racism and persecution in the United States.
More than a competition, this all-ages, all-abilities sports festival pairs live events with music, food, and entertainment.
Love on the wild side! This unforgettable zoo-nique experience is the perfect way for you and your special someone to enjoy this year's Valentine’s Day.
Please check the official event websites for the most up-to-date information regarding cancellations, rescheduling or other important updates.
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