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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260711
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260712
DTSTAMP:20260629T172332Z
CREATED:20260629T172332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T172332Z
UID:10004972-1783728000-1783814399@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:Calgary Stampede
DESCRIPTION:Experience The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth at the Calgary Stampede\, returning July 3–12\, 2026! \nThis iconic 10-day festival transforms the city into a vibrant celebration of Western heritage\, blending world-class rodeo action\, live music\, thrilling chuckwagon races\, midway rides and rich cultural experiences. From the daily rodeo featuring top international competitors to the high-energy Evening Show and Grandstand performances\, every moment delivers unforgettable excitement. \nVisitors can also explore live entertainment across multiple stages\, indulge in unique festival food\, enjoy family-friendly attractions\, and take part in time-honoured traditions like the Stampede Parade and community pancake breakfasts. Welcoming more than a million guests each year\, the Calgary Stampede offers an unbeatable mix of sport\, culture and community spirit in the heart of summer.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/1eocawh41-calgary-stampede/2026-07-11/
LOCATION:Calgary Stampede\, 1410 Olympic Way Se\, Calgary\, T2G 2W1
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Festivals & events,Food & drink,Music & concerts,Shopping & markets
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ORGANIZER;CN="Calgary Stampede":MAILTO:info@calgarystampede.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260711
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260712
DTSTAMP:20260701T000125Z
CREATED:20260701T000125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T000125Z
UID:10005326-1783728000-1783814399@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:Current // Process + Place
DESCRIPTION: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 rhythm of the river and the energy of downtown life. \n \nPresented by The New Gallery and supported by RISEUp Calgary\, Current runs through July 6 – 30th\, 2026. \nCurrent brings together the works and creative processes of Calgary artists through installation\, performance and socially engaged practice. At times ecological\, social and deeply rooted in process\, Current invites artists to slow down and work directly within the liminal space of the river’s edge\, the histories it holds\, its riparian habitat\, transition to the urban environment\, and the material relations both carried and deposited. \n \nArtist participation is site-specific\, and interventions are simultaneously temporary\, time-based and socially engaged. Current merges an outdoor exhibition program with musical and movement-based performance\, installation\, sound\, participatory workshops and facilitated interdisciplinary tours.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/yqx2jmjbho-current-process-place/2026-07-11/
LOCATION:The New Gallery\, 208 Centre St S\, Calgary\, T2G 2B6
CATEGORIES:Free,Museums, galleries & exhibitions
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ORGANIZER;CN="The New Gallery":MAILTO:info@thenewgallery.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T150000
DTSTAMP:20260701T000142Z
CREATED:20260630T150207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T000142Z
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SUMMARY:Poshmark Pop-Up: The Rodeo Edit
DESCRIPTION:Stampede style starts here.\nJoin us at our upcoming pop-up in Calgary\, The Rodeo Edit\, for a curated experience celebrating preloved fashion and Stampede weekend fun.  \nWe’re taking over Whiskey Rose in downtown Calgary for an afternoon of shopping\, community\, and exclusive experiences. Whether you’re headed to the Stampede grounds or spending the day downtown\, stop by to discover curated Western finds\, personalize your look with a glam station and complimentary bandana embroidery\, and enjoy a caesar on us.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/ark9uhd-4n-poshmark-pop-up-the-rodeo-edit/
LOCATION:Whiskey Rose\, 1012 17 Ave Sw\, Calgary\, T2T 0A5
CATEGORIES:Shopping & markets
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ORGANIZER;CN="Poshmark":MAILTO:support@poshmark.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260711T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260711T170000
DTSTAMP:20260701T000109Z
CREATED:20260701T000108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T000109Z
UID:10005315-1783774800-1783789200@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:Drop-in Art Making
DESCRIPTION: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. \nOur programs encourage children\, youth\, and families to connect with modern and contemporary art through enjoyable and interactive creative experiences. \nJULY SCHEDULE \n\n\nJuly 4: Thaumatropes \n\n\nJuly 11: Paper Puppets (Stampede Themed) \n\n\nJuly 18: Pipecleaner Summer Flowers \n\n\nJuly 25: Paper Pinwheels \n\n\nIn addition to the above activities\, there will be both a collage and drawing station available for creative free time during each session.  \nThese are drop-in sessions running from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Come anytime — no registration is required.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/xsspc-xwg-drop-in-art-making-occ-16756/
LOCATION:Contemporary Calgary\, 701 11 Street Southwest\, Calgary\, Ab\, T2P 2C4
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Free,Museums, galleries & exhibitions,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260711T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260711T163000
DTSTAMP:20260630T000141Z
CREATED:20260630T000140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T000141Z
UID:10005102-1783778400-1783787400@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:CIBC Backbeat: Bow & Tell with James Watson
DESCRIPTION: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 and skill levels to step into the world of music-making.  \nPlayLab is a hands-on sound playground where young visitors can discover how music works. With interactive stations that feature strings\, wind\, percussion\, and electronic instruments\, kids experiment with the building blocks of sound—pitch\, volume\, timbre\, and vibration. Pluck a string\, strike a drum\, blow into an organ\, or shape sound on a synth to hear how instruments create their unique voices. Designed for curiosity and creativity\, PlayLab encourages visitors to listen closely\, explore freely\, and learn how musicians turn sound into music.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/luvt_opxf-cibc-backbeat-bow-and-tell-with-james-watson/2026-07-11/
LOCATION:Studio Bell\, 850 4 St SE\, Calgary\, Ab\, T2G 0L8
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260711T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260711T235959
DTSTAMP:20260630T190653Z
CREATED:20260630T190653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T190653Z
UID:10005149-1783789200-1783814399@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:Calgary Wild FC vs. Vancouver Rise FC
DESCRIPTION:Watch Calgary Wild FC take on Vancouver Rise FC at McMahon Stadium.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/wbcgdmler-calgary-wild-fc-vs-vancouver-rise-fc/
LOCATION:McMahon Stadium\, 1817 Crowchild Trail NW\, Calgary\, Ab\, T2M 4R6
CATEGORIES:Sports & fitness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260711T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260711T235959
DTSTAMP:20260630T000055Z
CREATED:20260630T000055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T000055Z
UID:10005090-1783800000-1783814399@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:The Brokeback Saloon: Twisted Element's Stampede Party
DESCRIPTION:The Brokeback Saloon RETURNS bigger and better than ever!\nEach event night we have Drag Artists\, Acrobats\, DJs\, Gogo Dancers\, Pop Ups\, Special Guest Performers Plus All Night Patio!\nStampede is just around the corner and THIS is THE Place to be! 
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/6k1qavce5-the-brokeback-saloon-twisted-elements-stampede-party/2026-07-11/
LOCATION:Twisted Element\, 1006 11 Ave SW\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T2R 0G3
CATEGORIES:Festivals & events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260712
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260713
DTSTAMP:20260629T172257Z
CREATED:20260629T172256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T172257Z
UID:10004925-1783814400-1783900799@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:Cowboys Music Festival
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating 30 YEARS OF CMF this July – Tickets & Suites On Sale Now! Canada’s most LEGENDARY 11-Day Music Festival… Cowboys Music Festival\, is a world-famous event that hosts guests from around the world during the Calgary Stampede. Combining a diverse lineup of the world’s top artists with Cowboys iconic party status makes this the most legendary 11-day party in North America. \nJuly 2 \n\nTucker Wetmore\nAvery Anna\nCharles Wesley Godwin\n\nJuly 3 \n\nJason Aldean\nDustin Lynch\n\nJuly 4 \n\nSean Paul\nSteve Aoki\nFlo Rida\n\nJuly 5 \n\n5 Seconds of Summer\nJason Derulo\n\nJuly 6 \n\nSam Barber\nDominic Fike\n\nJuly 7 \n\nJohn Summit\n\nJuly 8 \n\nJohn Summit\n\nJuly 9 \n\nMacklemore\nThe Chainsmokers\n\nJuly 10 \n\nElla Langley\nBigXthaPlug\n\nJuly 11 \n\nJon Pardi\nMax McNown\nRuPaul\n\nJuly 12 \n\nYUNGBLUD
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/q1xl6i0ev-cowboys-music-festival/2026-07-12/
LOCATION:Cowboys Music Festival\, 1220 9 Ave Sw\, Calgary\, T3C 0J2
CATEGORIES:Festivals & events,Music & concerts
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cowboys Music Festival":MAILTO:community@cowboysmusicfestival.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260712
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260713
DTSTAMP:20260701T000045Z
CREATED:20260629T172316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T000045Z
UID:10004936-1783814400-1783900799@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:Badlands Music Festival
DESCRIPTION:Located in the heart of Calgary\, Badlands Music Festival offers a unique experience beneath the vast Alberta sky. Nestled amidst the stunning natural beauty of the Canadian Rockies\, and the vibrancy of downtown Calgary\, the festival grounds provide a breathtaking backdrop for your dance floor. \n \nBadlands Music Festival 2026 Lineup \n \nJuly 2 \n\nMau P\nNotion\nLayla Benitez\nTSHA\n\n\nJuly 3 \n\nDisco Lines\nWalker & Royce\nLinska\n\n\nJuly 4 \n\nGRiZ\nUNiiQU3\nNia Archives\nMarlon Hoffstadt\n\n\nJuly 5 \n\nDom Dolla\n\n\nJuly 6 \n\nKnock2\nMPH\nMCR-T\n\n\nJuly 7 \n\nALLEYCVT\nLevity\nYDG\n\n\nJuly 8 \n\nLe Youth\nKasablanca\nAbove & Beyond\n\n\nJuly 9 \n\nSLANDER\nCrankdat\n\n\nJuly 10 \n\nLSR/CITY\n\n\nJuly 11 \n\nLoud Luxury\nSIDEPIECE\nHAYLA\nme n ü\nKelland\n\n\nJuly 12 \n\nChris Lake\nChannel Tres
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/gyqofdewu-badlands-music-festival/2026-07-12/
LOCATION:Badlands Tent\, 725 9 Ave Sw\, Calgary\, T2P 1L7
CATEGORIES:Festivals & events,Music & concerts
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260712
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260713
DTSTAMP:20260630T000047Z
CREATED:20260629T172318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T000047Z
UID:10004947-1783814400-1783900799@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:National Saloon
DESCRIPTION:Located behind National 10th in the heart of Calgary’s Beltline is the newest tent experience. Live music\, great food and the good times you know and love from National. Your one-stop-shop this summer for all your partying needs. \nLineup: \nJuly 2 \n\nWaylonWyatt\n\nJuly 3 \n\nColeBradley\n\nJuly 4 \n\nLØLØ\n\n\nDiscoRanch\n\nJuly 5 \n\nBigWreck\n\nJuly 6 \n\nYungGravy\n\nJuly 7 \n\nChadBrownlee\n\nJuly 9\n\n\nSteven Page\n\n\nJuly 10 \n\nGrandson\n\nJuly 11 \n\nDisco Ranch
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/ipishmoawk-national-saloon/2026-07-12/
LOCATION:National Saloon\, 330 11 Ave Sw\, Calgary\, T2R 0C5
CATEGORIES:Festivals & events,Music & concerts
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260712
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260713
DTSTAMP:20260629T172321Z
CREATED:20260629T172321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T172321Z
UID:10004958-1783814400-1783900799@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:The Wildhorse Saloon
DESCRIPTION:The Wildhorse Saloon is your destination for the greatest Stampede Party in Calgary. Located in the heart of downtown\, we’ve got daily concerts\, western barbecue\, Double Zero pizza\, a non-stop dance floor\, our own outdoor midway\, and 20+ bars serving drinks that will knock your boots off! \nLineup: \nJuly 2 \n\nDownWith Webster\n\nJuly 5 \n\nHotelMira\nModestMouse\n\nJuly 6 \n\nMatthewGood And His Band\n\nJuly 7 \n\nEvanHoner\n\nJuly 8 \n\nHankAzaria and The EZ Street Band: A Springsteen Celebration\n\n July 9 \n\nTheDead South\n\n July 10 \n\nMattMays\n\nJuly 11 \n\nTheRural Alberta Advantage
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/mt5dt-0zx-the-wildhorse-saloon/2026-07-12/
LOCATION:Wildhorse Saloon\, 500 6 Ave Sw\, Calgary\, T2P 1S9
CATEGORIES:Festivals & events,Music & concerts
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260712
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260713
DTSTAMP:20260629T172332Z
CREATED:20260629T172332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T172332Z
UID:10004973-1783814400-1783900799@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:Calgary Stampede
DESCRIPTION:Experience The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth at the Calgary Stampede\, returning July 3–12\, 2026! \nThis iconic 10-day festival transforms the city into a vibrant celebration of Western heritage\, blending world-class rodeo action\, live music\, thrilling chuckwagon races\, midway rides and rich cultural experiences. From the daily rodeo featuring top international competitors to the high-energy Evening Show and Grandstand performances\, every moment delivers unforgettable excitement. \nVisitors can also explore live entertainment across multiple stages\, indulge in unique festival food\, enjoy family-friendly attractions\, and take part in time-honoured traditions like the Stampede Parade and community pancake breakfasts. Welcoming more than a million guests each year\, the Calgary Stampede offers an unbeatable mix of sport\, culture and community spirit in the heart of summer.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/1eocawh41-calgary-stampede/2026-07-12/
LOCATION:Calgary Stampede\, 1410 Olympic Way Se\, Calgary\, T2G 2W1
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Festivals & events,Food & drink,Music & concerts,Shopping & markets
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ORGANIZER;CN="Calgary Stampede":MAILTO:info@calgarystampede.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260712
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260713
DTSTAMP:20260701T000125Z
CREATED:20260701T000125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T000125Z
UID:10005327-1783814400-1783900799@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:Current // Process + Place
DESCRIPTION: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 rhythm of the river and the energy of downtown life. \n \nPresented by The New Gallery and supported by RISEUp Calgary\, Current runs through July 6 – 30th\, 2026. \nCurrent brings together the works and creative processes of Calgary artists through installation\, performance and socially engaged practice. At times ecological\, social and deeply rooted in process\, Current invites artists to slow down and work directly within the liminal space of the river’s edge\, the histories it holds\, its riparian habitat\, transition to the urban environment\, and the material relations both carried and deposited. \n \nArtist participation is site-specific\, and interventions are simultaneously temporary\, time-based and socially engaged. Current merges an outdoor exhibition program with musical and movement-based performance\, installation\, sound\, participatory workshops and facilitated interdisciplinary tours.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/yqx2jmjbho-current-process-place/2026-07-12/
LOCATION:The New Gallery\, 208 Centre St S\, Calgary\, T2G 2B6
CATEGORIES:Free,Museums, galleries & exhibitions
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ORGANIZER;CN="The New Gallery":MAILTO:info@thenewgallery.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260712T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260712T235959
DTSTAMP:20260629T172036Z
CREATED:20260528T143734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T172036Z
UID:10003640-1783846800-1783900799@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:Sunday Safari Brunch
DESCRIPTION: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!
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/b9osvkt97t-sunday-safari-brunch-occ-12163/
LOCATION:Calgary Zoo\, 1300 Zoo Rd Ne\, Calgary\, T2E 7V6
CATEGORIES:Festivals & events,Food & drink
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260712T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260712T235959
DTSTAMP:20260701T000035Z
CREATED:20260622T135152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T000035Z
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SUMMARY:Songsmith Sundays with Carter Felker
DESCRIPTION:Every week\, country-folk singer-songwriter Carter Felker presents a chill weekend set with a rotating cast of guests. \nThis family-friendly show is best paired with our delicious Sunday brunch! \nBrunch menu: https://kingeddy.ca/menu \nAbout Carter Felker: \nBorn 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 the sun through many short-lived summers. He has laboured\, he has lost\, and he has loved. Carter uses his own experience\, and his desire to tell a story to create honest\, human-made\, country music. \n“Carter Felker traffics in music\, yes\, but even more profoundly in essence: the humdrum essence of Monday morning alarms clocks coming round again during lifetimes ticking on through thoughtless dawn moments walking across the kitchen floor; the craven essence of sneaking wordlessly away from a relationship and feeling the mute screen door sag shut behind you; the essence of everyday struggles.” – MLW \n— \nMusic starts at 11:30 amNo cover
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/4f_14986p-songsmith-sundays-with-carter-felker-occ-16069/
LOCATION:The King Eddy\, 438 9 Ave Se\, Calgary\, Ab\, T2G 0R9
CATEGORIES:Music & concerts
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260713
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260714
DTSTAMP:20260701T000125Z
CREATED:20260701T000125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T000125Z
UID:10005328-1783900800-1783987199@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:Current // Process + Place
DESCRIPTION: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 rhythm of the river and the energy of downtown life. \n \nPresented by The New Gallery and supported by RISEUp Calgary\, Current runs through July 6 – 30th\, 2026. \nCurrent brings together the works and creative processes of Calgary artists through installation\, performance and socially engaged practice. At times ecological\, social and deeply rooted in process\, Current invites artists to slow down and work directly within the liminal space of the river’s edge\, the histories it holds\, its riparian habitat\, transition to the urban environment\, and the material relations both carried and deposited. \n \nArtist participation is site-specific\, and interventions are simultaneously temporary\, time-based and socially engaged. Current merges an outdoor exhibition program with musical and movement-based performance\, installation\, sound\, participatory workshops and facilitated interdisciplinary tours.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/yqx2jmjbho-current-process-place/2026-07-13/
LOCATION:The New Gallery\, 208 Centre St S\, Calgary\, T2G 2B6
CATEGORIES:Free,Museums, galleries & exhibitions
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ORGANIZER;CN="The New Gallery":MAILTO:info@thenewgallery.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260713T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260713T235959
DTSTAMP:20260604T171845Z
CREATED:20260604T171845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T171845Z
UID:10004307-1783963800-1783987199@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:SHIP OUT: CAVALRY vs WHITECAPS
DESCRIPTION:Ship Out with us to the Championship Quarter Final Match!Cavalry FC vs Vancouver WhitecapsTickets available now on Eventbrite! \nGame Package $37 includes admission\, round trip transport and complementary pint \n*Already have tickets? Transport Only tickets also available \nITINERARY:5:30am Will Call/Check In at the pub with Bus Host\, grab your game ticket and free MOOSEHEAD pint coupon \n6:30pm Midnight Madness Coach departs from pub to stadium \n7:30pm Kick Off \n8:40pm Midnight Madness Coach departs from stadium to return back to the pub (It is the ticket holders responsibility to be on Coach ahead of departure time) \n9:30pm Coach drops off back at The Ship
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/abfx-dcy0-ship-out-cavalry-vs-whitecaps/
LOCATION:Ship & Anchor Pub
CATEGORIES:Sports & fitness
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260713T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260713T210000
DTSTAMP:20260701T000143Z
CREATED:20260630T150209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T000143Z
UID:10005129-1783971000-1783976400@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:Chandler Billinghurst
DESCRIPTION: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 moments\, and the general confusion of being alive. He’s proof that sometimes the best way to survive adulthood is to laugh at it first. \nOn stage\, Chandler mixes wit and honesty\, finding the funny in everyday chaos\, awkward moments\, and the general confusion of being alive. He’s proof that sometimes the best way to survive adulthood is to laugh at it first.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/t8ssaebbr-chandler-billinghurst/2026-07-13/
LOCATION:Comedy Cave\, 1020 8 Ave SW\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T2P 1J2
CATEGORIES:Comedy
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260714
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260715
DTSTAMP:20260701T000125Z
CREATED:20260701T000125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T000125Z
UID:10005329-1783987200-1784073599@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:Current // Process + Place
DESCRIPTION: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 rhythm of the river and the energy of downtown life. \n \nPresented by The New Gallery and supported by RISEUp Calgary\, Current runs through July 6 – 30th\, 2026. \nCurrent brings together the works and creative processes of Calgary artists through installation\, performance and socially engaged practice. At times ecological\, social and deeply rooted in process\, Current invites artists to slow down and work directly within the liminal space of the river’s edge\, the histories it holds\, its riparian habitat\, transition to the urban environment\, and the material relations both carried and deposited. \n \nArtist participation is site-specific\, and interventions are simultaneously temporary\, time-based and socially engaged. Current merges an outdoor exhibition program with musical and movement-based performance\, installation\, sound\, participatory workshops and facilitated interdisciplinary tours.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/yqx2jmjbho-current-process-place/2026-07-14/
LOCATION:The New Gallery\, 208 Centre St S\, Calgary\, T2G 2B6
CATEGORIES:Free,Museums, galleries & exhibitions
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ORGANIZER;CN="The New Gallery":MAILTO:info@thenewgallery.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260714T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260714T170000
DTSTAMP:20260630T000048Z
CREATED:20260630T000048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T000048Z
UID:10005082-1784025000-1784048400@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:G'ddy Up!
DESCRIPTION:Newzones is pleased to present G’ddy Up!\, our annual summer group exhibition celebrating Calgary’s western spirit through a contemporary artistic lens. \nPresented 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 have shaped the West. Through painting\, photography\, sculpture\, and mixed media\, the exhibition explores how artists continue to reinterpret western subjects and imagery in fresh and unexpected ways. \nAt once playful\, reflective\, and distinctly contemporary\, G’ddy Up! offers a fresh perspective on the imagery and traditions that continue to define Stampede season and life in the modern West.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/spmos37xw-gddy-up/2026-07-14/
LOCATION:Newzones Gallery Of Contemporary Art\, 730 11 Ave Sw\, Calgary\, T2R 0E4
CATEGORIES:Museums, galleries & exhibitions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Newzones Gallery of Contemporary Art":MAILTO:registrar@newzones.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260714T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260714T200000
DTSTAMP:20260630T000014Z
CREATED:20260604T154036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T000014Z
UID:10004001-1784052000-1784059200@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:SURGE CITY Hoops Summer Series
DESCRIPTION: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. \nJoin us for free basketball clinics every Tuesday\, Thursday and Saturday from June through September\, hosted at the Century Gardens Basketball Courts (826 8 Avenue SW). \nOpen to youth ages 8 to 17\, these clinics are all about building skills\, boosting confidence\, and having fun on the court—whether you’re a beginner or looking to take your game to the next level. Surrounded by the downtown energy and led by experienced coaches\, this is your chance to train\, play\, and grow in one of Calgary’s most iconic outdoor spaces.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/oepgbhru5-surge-city-hoops-summer-series/2026-07-14/
LOCATION:Century Gardens Basketball Courts\, 826 8 Ave Sw\, Calgary\, T2P 1H7
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Free,Sports & fitness
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260714T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260714T210000
DTSTAMP:20260701T000143Z
CREATED:20260630T150209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T000143Z
UID:10005151-1784057400-1784062800@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:Chandler Billinghurst
DESCRIPTION: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 moments\, and the general confusion of being alive. He’s proof that sometimes the best way to survive adulthood is to laugh at it first. \nOn stage\, Chandler mixes wit and honesty\, finding the funny in everyday chaos\, awkward moments\, and the general confusion of being alive. He’s proof that sometimes the best way to survive adulthood is to laugh at it first.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/t8ssaebbr-chandler-billinghurst/2026-07-14/
LOCATION:Comedy Cave\, 1020 8 Ave SW\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T2P 1J2
CATEGORIES:Comedy
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260715
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260716
DTSTAMP:20260701T000125Z
CREATED:20260701T000125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T000125Z
UID:10005330-1784073600-1784159999@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:Current // Process + Place
DESCRIPTION: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 rhythm of the river and the energy of downtown life. \n \nPresented by The New Gallery and supported by RISEUp Calgary\, Current runs through July 6 – 30th\, 2026. \nCurrent brings together the works and creative processes of Calgary artists through installation\, performance and socially engaged practice. At times ecological\, social and deeply rooted in process\, Current invites artists to slow down and work directly within the liminal space of the river’s edge\, the histories it holds\, its riparian habitat\, transition to the urban environment\, and the material relations both carried and deposited. \n \nArtist participation is site-specific\, and interventions are simultaneously temporary\, time-based and socially engaged. Current merges an outdoor exhibition program with musical and movement-based performance\, installation\, sound\, participatory workshops and facilitated interdisciplinary tours.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/yqx2jmjbho-current-process-place/2026-07-15/
LOCATION:The New Gallery\, 208 Centre St S\, Calgary\, T2G 2B6
CATEGORIES:Free,Museums, galleries & exhibitions
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ORGANIZER;CN="The New Gallery":MAILTO:info@thenewgallery.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260715T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260715T220000
DTSTAMP:20260701T000151Z
CREATED:20260701T000151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T000151Z
UID:10005371-1784138400-1784152800@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:The Bouncing Souls
DESCRIPTION:The Bouncing Souls bring the Born To Be Tour to The Palace on Wednesday\, July 15th with support from The Suicide Machines! \nDate: Wednesday\, July 15th\, 2026\nDoors: 6:00PM \n18+ only with valid government issued ID
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/wvwisdkil-the-bouncing-souls/
LOCATION:The Palace Theatre\, 219 8th Avenue SW\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T2P 1B7
CATEGORIES:Music & concerts
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260715T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260715T210000
DTSTAMP:20260701T000143Z
CREATED:20260630T150209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T000143Z
UID:10005152-1784143800-1784149200@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:Chandler Billinghurst
DESCRIPTION: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 moments\, and the general confusion of being alive. He’s proof that sometimes the best way to survive adulthood is to laugh at it first. \nOn stage\, Chandler mixes wit and honesty\, finding the funny in everyday chaos\, awkward moments\, and the general confusion of being alive. He’s proof that sometimes the best way to survive adulthood is to laugh at it first.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/t8ssaebbr-chandler-billinghurst/2026-07-15/
LOCATION:Comedy Cave\, 1020 8 Ave SW\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T2P 1J2
CATEGORIES:Comedy
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260716
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260717
DTSTAMP:20260701T000125Z
CREATED:20260701T000125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T000125Z
UID:10005331-1784160000-1784246399@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:Current // Process + Place
DESCRIPTION: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 rhythm of the river and the energy of downtown life. \n \nPresented by The New Gallery and supported by RISEUp Calgary\, Current runs through July 6 – 30th\, 2026. \nCurrent brings together the works and creative processes of Calgary artists through installation\, performance and socially engaged practice. At times ecological\, social and deeply rooted in process\, Current invites artists to slow down and work directly within the liminal space of the river’s edge\, the histories it holds\, its riparian habitat\, transition to the urban environment\, and the material relations both carried and deposited. \n \nArtist participation is site-specific\, and interventions are simultaneously temporary\, time-based and socially engaged. Current merges an outdoor exhibition program with musical and movement-based performance\, installation\, sound\, participatory workshops and facilitated interdisciplinary tours.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/yqx2jmjbho-current-process-place/2026-07-16/
LOCATION:The New Gallery\, 208 Centre St S\, Calgary\, T2G 2B6
CATEGORIES:Free,Museums, galleries & exhibitions
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ORGANIZER;CN="The New Gallery":MAILTO:info@thenewgallery.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260716T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260716T200000
DTSTAMP:20260630T000014Z
CREATED:20260604T154036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T000014Z
UID:10004002-1784224800-1784232000@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:SURGE CITY Hoops Summer Series
DESCRIPTION: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. \nJoin us for free basketball clinics every Tuesday\, Thursday and Saturday from June through September\, hosted at the Century Gardens Basketball Courts (826 8 Avenue SW). \nOpen to youth ages 8 to 17\, these clinics are all about building skills\, boosting confidence\, and having fun on the court—whether you’re a beginner or looking to take your game to the next level. Surrounded by the downtown energy and led by experienced coaches\, this is your chance to train\, play\, and grow in one of Calgary’s most iconic outdoor spaces.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/oepgbhru5-surge-city-hoops-summer-series/2026-07-16/
LOCATION:Century Gardens Basketball Courts\, 826 8 Ave Sw\, Calgary\, T2P 1H7
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Free,Sports & fitness
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260716T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260716T190000
DTSTAMP:20260701T000155Z
CREATED:20260701T000155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T000155Z
UID:10005373-1784228400-1784228400@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:The Harpoonist\, Morgen Le Fae and Factory Walk
DESCRIPTION:Where: Palomino Smokehouse and Social Club\n109 7 Avenue S.W Calgary\n18+ with government issued identification\nWhen: Thursday July 16\, 2026\nDoors: 7:00pm-8:00pm\nAdmission: $16.00  \n\nNO JERK POLICY ALWAYS IN EFFECT!\n\nThe Harpoonist\nYou 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 roll trenches. D’you remember The Harpoonist and the Axe Murderer\, Shawn’s duo with Matt Rogers for 17 blistering years at festivals and concert halls and clubs large and small\, grungy and almost clean?\n\nWell\, Hall’s turned a new leaf. Harpoonist — Hall’s non-de-plume and the name of the band — is something else again. New songs. New record. New gritty\, tough-assed swamp music with edge and off-the-wall lyrics. More importantly\, new musical partner-in-crime Big Sugar’s Gordie Johnson. Harpoonist (the band) is something else: Hall on harpoon\, and vocals of course\, and some keys. And Johnson\, Big Sugar’s Texas-based producer\, guitarist on nearly everything else. Plus\, Hall’s pal Jonas Shandel\, who also helped write the songs.\n\nHarpoonist is ready. There’s a new track ready to be released called “Good People” The made-in-Texas record is titled “Did We Come Here to Dance.” Due in February on Tonic Records label and on all the streaming services.\n\nOh\, and you almost certainly will dance. Promise.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/zq9qyvecs-the-harpoonist-morgen-le-fae-and-factory-walk/
LOCATION:The Palomino Smokehouse and Social Club\, 109 7th AVE SW\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T2P 0W5
CATEGORIES:Music & concerts
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260716T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260716T203000
DTSTAMP:20260701T000153Z
CREATED:20260701T000153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T000153Z
UID:10005372-1784228400-1784233800@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:How the West Got Shirtless: Beefcakes\, the Stampede\, and Queerness with Kevin Allen
DESCRIPTION:Event Date: Thursday\, July 16\nEvent Time: 7-8:30 pm | Doors open 6:30 pm\nCost: $15 (plus fees)\nAges: 13+\n\nLast year\, Kevin Allen packed the house with Colonial Calgary Was SO Gay. This year\, he’s back — and somehow\, things are getting even beefier.\n\nFor one special summer edition\, Hot Dogs & Hot Takes on History becomes Hot Cakes & Hot Takes on History. Diving into a surprising chapter of Calgary’s visual history\, we ask a very important question — just how much shirtless cowboy photography can one city produce before people start asking questions?\n\nHistorian and author Kevin Allen returns to explore the world of “beefcake” imagery that flourished around the Calgary Stampede throughout the twentieth century. Originally created to celebrate rugged masculinity\, athleticism\, and the ideal western man\, these photographs often featured remarkably sculpted cowboys\, ranch hands\, and athletes posing in various states of undress.\n\nThe intention may have been to promote strength\, virility\, and frontier values. The result\, however\, was often something a little more… complicated.\n\nKevin examines photographs\, advertisements\, postcards\, and popular culture\, and how these images reflect changing ideas about gender\, masculinity\, and desire. Along the way\, he’ll explore how queer audiences found meaning in images that were never intended for them\, and why some of Calgary’s most iconic symbols of masculinity have aged into something unexpectedly homoerotic.\n\nThis conversation is a reminder that history is rarely as straightforward as it appears — and that sometimes the most revealing stories are hidden in plain sight\, usually without a shirt.\n\nCome for the hot cakes\, stay for the realization that Calgary has been accidentally serving queer subtext for decades.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/y9_jlyjyf-how-the-west-got-shirtless-beefcakes-the-stampede-and-queerness-with-kevin-allen/
LOCATION:The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland\, 750 9 Avenue Southeast\, Calgary\, Ab\, T2G 5E1
CATEGORIES:Education,Family-friendly,Food & drink
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260716T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260716T210000
DTSTAMP:20260701T000143Z
CREATED:20260630T150209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T000143Z
UID:10005153-1784230200-1784235600@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:Chandler Billinghurst
DESCRIPTION: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 moments\, and the general confusion of being alive. He’s proof that sometimes the best way to survive adulthood is to laugh at it first. \nOn stage\, Chandler mixes wit and honesty\, finding the funny in everyday chaos\, awkward moments\, and the general confusion of being alive. He’s proof that sometimes the best way to survive adulthood is to laugh at it first.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/t8ssaebbr-chandler-billinghurst/2026-07-16/
LOCATION:Comedy Cave\, 1020 8 Ave SW\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T2P 1J2
CATEGORIES:Comedy
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