BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//Explore Downtown YYC - ECPv6.16.4.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Explore Downtown YYC
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/Edmonton
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0700
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:MDT
DTSTART:20250309T090000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0700
TZNAME:MST
DTSTART:20251102T080000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0700
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:MDT
DTSTART:20260308T090000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0700
TZNAME:MST
DTSTART:20261101T080000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0700
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:MDT
DTSTART:20270314T090000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0700
TZNAME:MST
DTSTART:20271107T080000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/Boise
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0700
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:MDT
DTSTART:20250309T090000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0700
TZNAME:MST
DTSTART:20251102T080000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0700
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:MDT
DTSTART:20260308T090000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0700
TZNAME:MST
DTSTART:20261101T080000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0700
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:MDT
DTSTART:20270314T090000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0700
TZNAME:MST
DTSTART:20271107T080000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/New_York
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20250309T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20251102T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20260308T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20261101T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20270314T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20271107T060000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/Denver
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0700
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:MDT
DTSTART:20250309T090000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0700
TZNAME:MST
DTSTART:20251102T080000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0700
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:MDT
DTSTART:20260308T090000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0700
TZNAME:MST
DTSTART:20261101T080000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0700
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:MDT
DTSTART:20270314T090000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0700
TZNAME:MST
DTSTART:20271107T080000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:UTC
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:+0000
TZOFFSETTO:+0000
TZNAME:UTC
DTSTART:20250101T000000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260711
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260712
DTSTAMP:20260630T000047Z
CREATED:20260629T172318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T000047Z
UID:10004946-1783728000-1783814399@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/2026-07-11/
LOCATION:National Saloon\, 330 11 Ave Sw\, Calgary\, T2R 0C5
CATEGORIES:Festivals & events,Music & concerts
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/6a47f003-b943-451f-a046-b5df45958572-1400.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260711
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260712
DTSTAMP:20260629T172321Z
CREATED:20260629T172321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T172321Z
UID:10004957-1783728000-1783814399@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/2026-07-11/
LOCATION:Wildhorse Saloon\, 500 6 Ave Sw\, Calgary\, T2P 1S9
CATEGORIES:Festivals & events,Music & concerts
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/8ede5a2c-4dad-44be-826f-636d12a610ef-1400.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/e4c6d38e-d73d-47c0-adb5-28f80c097e1f-1400.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Calgary Stampede":MAILTO:info@calgarystampede.com
END:VEVENT
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/aae4adf1-0ac8-4416-922b-4d369a6a9812-1400.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="The New Gallery":MAILTO:info@thenewgallery.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260711
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260712
DTSTAMP:20260704T000116Z
CREATED:20260704T000115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260704T000116Z
UID:10005406-1783728000-1783814399@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:Get Ready for the Ultimate Summer Challenge!
DESCRIPTION:The Challenge is simple — read every day this summer. \nEveryone 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. \nFrom July 1 to August 31\, read\, attend programs\, explore new stories\, and have fun at the Library as part of the Ultimate Summer Challenge. \nRegistration opens June 15.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/qvvonebdk-get-ready-for-the-ultimate-summer-challenge/2026-07-11/
LOCATION:Calgary Public Library – Central\, 800 3 St Se\, Calgary\, T2G 2E7
CATEGORIES:Education,Family-friendly
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/4b068761-4440-411f-83ca-181324f18dba-1400.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260711T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260711T150000
DTSTAMP:20260704T000341Z
CREATED:20260704T000341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260704T000341Z
UID:10005527-1783764000-1783782000@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:Afro Urban Dance Workshops Vol. 11
DESCRIPTION: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 shape Calgary’s urban dance landscape. \n \nWORKSHOP DETAILS: \n \nPart 1 – Saturday\, July 11\, 2026 (10 am – 3 pm) \nMekbul Jamal Tahir – Traditional Ethiopian Dance \nBlue – Kuduro \nRegistration Link:  https://AUDWP1.eventbrite.ca \n \nPart 2 – Saturday\, July 18\, 2026 (10 am – 3 pm) \nAthena Lucie Assamba – Traditional Cameroon Dance (Bikutsi) \nOrdinateur – Coupé-Décalé Foundations \nRegistration Link:  https://AUDWP2.eventbrite.ca \n \nPart 3 – Saturday\, July 25\, 2026 (10 am – 3 pm) \nAkosua Akoto – Azonto \nOrdinateur – Coupé-Décalé Evolution \nRegistration Link:  https://AUDWP3.eventbrite.ca \n \nLimited spaces available.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/ft23e8swbm-afro-urban-dance-workshops-vol-11/2026-07-11/
LOCATION:Decidedly Jazz Danceworks\, 111 12 Ave Se\, Calgary\, T2G 1A1
CATEGORIES:Dance,Workshops
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/11b06953-068f-441b-ab63-fe3bac264625-1400.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Woezo Africa Inc.":MAILTO:wunmi.idowu@woezoafrica.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Boise:20260711T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Boise:20260711T153000
DTSTAMP:20260704T000301Z
CREATED:20260704T000300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260704T000301Z
UID:10005487-1783764000-1783783800@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:Historic Stephen Avenue Guided Walking Tours
DESCRIPTION: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.  \nThese 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 contact us at info@heritagecalgary.ca.  \nTours are held twice a day at 10 am and 2 pm during July and August.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/6iizlas-m-historic-stephen-avenue-guided-walking-tours/2026-07-11/
LOCATION:Stephen Avenue Walk\, 340 8 Avenue Southwest\, Calgary\, T2P 1C1
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/c23c53a4-3853-463f-9013-d1bbecb97d9a-1400.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260711T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260711T160000
DTSTAMP:20260704T000343Z
CREATED:20260704T000343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260704T000343Z
UID:10005530-1783764000-1783785600@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:Photo Projects Workshop: Finding & Starting a Photo Project
DESCRIPTION:Join us & Brady Fullerton for an in-depth\, hands-on workshop on how to turn your images into a meaningful photo project.\n\nTake your photography beyond single images and learn how to turn your work into something more meaningful. This in-depth\, hands-on workshop is designed to introduce you to photo projects\, what they are\, why they matter\, and how to start building one of your own.\n\nSome of the Topics You’ll Learn\n\n\nWhat defines a photo project\nHow to turn individual images into a body of work\nDifferent ways to unify a project (theme\, subject\, narrative\, or concept)\nHow to move forward with clarity\, intention\, and creative confidence
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/yehq77ykd-photo-projects-workshop-finding-and-starting-a-photo-project/
LOCATION:Mas Studios\, 812a 16 Avenue Southwest\, Calgary\, Ab\, T2R 0S9
CATEGORIES:Education,Museums, galleries & exhibitions
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/bcf0eeac-bbc3-4531-84f9-e41ac30671c5-1400.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T150000
DTSTAMP:20260701T000142Z
CREATED:20260630T150207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T000142Z
UID:10005128-1783767600-1783782000@exploredowntownyyc.com
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/bbfb43bf-7cae-490e-b3b9-edc90339b862-1400.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Poshmark":MAILTO:support@poshmark.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260711T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260712T143000
DTSTAMP:20260704T000155Z
CREATED:20260704T000154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260704T000155Z
UID:10005467-1783767600-1783866600@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:NMC Tours: Greatest Hits
DESCRIPTION:Dive into the world of music technology and explore unique instruments from the National Music Centre’s world-renowned collection. \nThis 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 instrument extraordinary. \nPlus\, this tour includes a sneak peek into NMC’s recording studios! For an in-depth studio experience\, check out the Backstage Pass tours.  \n Studio Bell admission is required. \nSpace is limited and first-come\, first-served. We recommend booking your tickets in advance. \nTours are one hour in length. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to your tour. \nAre you an NMC Member? Visit the front desk to book your free Greatest Hits tour!
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/aguuaj6ii-nmc-tours-greatest-hits-occ-16788/
LOCATION:Studio Bell\, 850 4 St SE\, Calgary\, Ab\, T2G 0L8
CATEGORIES:Museums, galleries & exhibitions
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/30d3f8ef-5c4c-4091-8bac-42acd040f6de-1400.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260711T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260711T143000
DTSTAMP:20260704T000351Z
CREATED:20260704T000351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260704T000351Z
UID:10005531-1783769400-1783780200@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:PlayLab: Country Music Instrument Petting Zoo
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the Calgary Stampede by getting hands-on with the instruments that helped shape country music! This drop-in program invites visitors of all ages to strum\, shake\, pluck\, and play a variety of acoustic instruments commonly heard in country\, folk\, and bluegrass traditions.  \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. \nPlayLab is made possible with support from the Alberta Museums Association and the Radomski Foundation. \nBackbeat weekend programming is supported by CIBC.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/cish_uu4m-playlab-country-music-instrument-petting-zoo/
LOCATION:Studio Bell\, 850 4 St SE\, Calgary\, Ab\, T2G 0L8
CATEGORIES:Education,Family-friendly,Free
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/98e2d6e3-b1e4-46d7-979c-b7459a4ccbf2-1400.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260711T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260711T143000
DTSTAMP:20260704T000353Z
CREATED:20260704T000352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260704T000353Z
UID:10005532-1783771200-1783780200@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:NMC Tours: Backstage Pass
DESCRIPTION:Take an exclusive tour backstage at Studio Bell and see music come to life in the National Music Centre’s recording studios! Catch a behind-the-scenes glimpse at the working spaces of our world-class recording facilities* and hear the stories behind notable artifacts — spanning 450 years of music innovation and technology — guided by NMC’s talented music educators.  \nVisitors will gain insight into some of NMC’s most treasured items — that few members of the public have seen — from the earliest instruments in the NMC Collection\, such as a 16th century Trasuntino Harpsichord\, to modern electronics\, like TONTO\, considered to be the ‘holy grail’ of synthesizers. Plus\, you’ll get to see the legendary Rolling Stones Mobile Studio\, where countless hit records were made. Studio Bell admission is required. Space is limited and first-come\, first-served. We recommend booking your tickets in advance. Tours are one hour in length. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to your tour. \nRecommended for ages 12 and up. Strollers are not permitted on Backstage Pass tours. Are you an NMC Member or a musician? Visit the front desk to book your tickets at a discounted rate! \n*Tours subject to change based on studio availability.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/qpcnxk8qk-nmc-tours-backstage-pass/
LOCATION:Studio Bell\, 850 4 St SE\, Calgary\, Ab\, T2G 0L8
CATEGORIES:Education,Museums, galleries & exhibitions
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/f550eafa-2a64-4975-ab6c-7bca98b5f939-1400.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/b20ce7de-408f-4c87-a3df-070dc9c7cd04-1400.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/bf971723-eda7-4abc-890b-2047edf1f680-1400.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/04069458-794a-4b6a-8dfd-2c1008544697-1400.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/ce25568a-50b6-40ea-b574-6d1caa842924-1400.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260711T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260711T235959
DTSTAMP:20260704T000354Z
CREATED:20260704T000354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260704T000354Z
UID:10005533-1783800000-1783814399@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:The Haileys\, Toxic Fem\, Glitter Glue\, Stunt Husband
DESCRIPTION:The HaileysGritty Explosive \, Catchy Rock n Rollhttps://www.instagram.com/thehaileysmusic \nToxic FemIn-your-face Feminist Punkhttps://www.instagram.com/toxicfemband \nGlitter GlueRiot Grrrl Queer Punkhttps://www.instagram.com/glittergluemusic \nStunt HusbandRaw Garage Rockhttps://www.instagram.com/stunt.husband
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/sswgmq4hr-the-haileys-toxic-fem-glitter-glue-stunt-husband/
LOCATION:The Palomino Smokehouse and Social Club\, 109 7th AVE SW\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T2P 0W5
CATEGORIES:Music & concerts
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/a2a9d407-e364-44a9-a76c-0af4d45e4752-1400.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260711T220000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260711T235959
DTSTAMP:20260704T000356Z
CREATED:20260704T000356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260704T000356Z
UID:10005534-1783807200-1783814399@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:Effin
DESCRIPTION:Effin is a bass music producer and DJ known for his wildly energetic and eclectic style. He blends explosive\, modern dubstep and experimental bass with vintage samples\, classic hip-hop\, and jazzy melodies. His tracks often juxtapose smooth\, nostalgic intros with gritty\, high-octane bass drops.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/smvyroxqj-effin/
LOCATION:The Palace Theatre\, 219 8th Avenue SW\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T2P 1B7
CATEGORIES:Music & concerts
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/6e66921a-ae88-42ae-9ae9-0c3409c4cd54-1400.jpg
END:VEVENT
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/2eac33fb-ede3-4837-ac36-c2141725a610-1400.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Cowboys Music Festival":MAILTO:community@cowboysmusicfestival.com
END:VEVENT
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/df5e3874-94c8-4498-8ec8-9770550abca6-1400.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/6a47f003-b943-451f-a046-b5df45958572-1400.jpg
END:VEVENT
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/8ede5a2c-4dad-44be-826f-636d12a610ef-1400.jpg
END:VEVENT
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/e4c6d38e-d73d-47c0-adb5-28f80c097e1f-1400.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Calgary Stampede":MAILTO:info@calgarystampede.com
END:VEVENT
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/aae4adf1-0ac8-4416-922b-4d369a6a9812-1400.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="The New Gallery":MAILTO:info@thenewgallery.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260712
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260713
DTSTAMP:20260704T000116Z
CREATED:20260704T000115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260704T000116Z
UID:10005407-1783814400-1783900799@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:Get Ready for the Ultimate Summer Challenge!
DESCRIPTION:The Challenge is simple — read every day this summer. \nEveryone 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. \nFrom July 1 to August 31\, read\, attend programs\, explore new stories\, and have fun at the Library as part of the Ultimate Summer Challenge. \nRegistration opens June 15.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/qvvonebdk-get-ready-for-the-ultimate-summer-challenge/2026-07-12/
LOCATION:Calgary Public Library – Central\, 800 3 St Se\, Calgary\, T2G 2E7
CATEGORIES:Education,Family-friendly
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/4b068761-4440-411f-83ca-181324f18dba-1400.jpg
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/8ac1c8be-5006-4fe5-8b7c-9cb44a607295-1400.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260712T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260712T235959
DTSTAMP:20260701T000035Z
CREATED:20260622T135152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T000035Z
UID:10004494-1783855800-1783900799@exploredowntownyyc.com
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/95d123f8-b3d5-4f26-a0eb-5aab32952695-1400.jpg
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/aae4adf1-0ac8-4416-922b-4d369a6a9812-1400.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="The New Gallery":MAILTO:info@thenewgallery.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260713
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260714
DTSTAMP:20260704T000116Z
CREATED:20260704T000115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260704T000116Z
UID:10005408-1783900800-1783987199@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:Get Ready for the Ultimate Summer Challenge!
DESCRIPTION:The Challenge is simple — read every day this summer. \nEveryone 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. \nFrom July 1 to August 31\, read\, attend programs\, explore new stories\, and have fun at the Library as part of the Ultimate Summer Challenge. \nRegistration opens June 15.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/qvvonebdk-get-ready-for-the-ultimate-summer-challenge/2026-07-13/
LOCATION:Calgary Public Library – Central\, 800 3 St Se\, Calgary\, T2G 2E7
CATEGORIES:Education,Family-friendly
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/4b068761-4440-411f-83ca-181324f18dba-1400.jpg
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/64dac409-6af7-4d4f-84f8-1dd2629ae0a4-1400.jpg
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR