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Get Ready for the Ultimate Summer Challenge!
2026-07-30, 2026-07-29, 2026-07-28, 2026-07-27 | Calgary Public Library – Central, 800 3 St Se, Calgary, T2G 2E7
The Challenge is simple — read every day this summer.
Everyone 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.
From July 1 to August 31, read, attend programs, explore new stories, and have fun at the Library as part of the Ultimate Summer Challenge.
Registration opens June 15.

Current // Process + Place
2026-07-30, 2026-07-29, 2026-07-28, 2026-07-27 | The New Gallery, 208 Centre St S, Calgary, T2G 2B6
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.
Presented by The New Gallery and supported by RISEUp Calgary, Current runs through July 6 – 30th, 2026.
Current 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.
Artist 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.

Globe Cinema Presents: Rose of Nevada (2025)
2026-07-29 19:30 - 23:59, 2026-07-26 17:00 - 23:59 (America/Denver) | Globe Cinema, 617 8 Ave Sw, Calgary, T2P 0W9
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: Drama, Sci-Fi
Director: Mark Jenkin
Stars: George MacKay, Callum Turner, Rosalind Eleazar Running time: 1 hr 54 min Rating: PG (Coarse Language)
Debit, credit, and tap only for payment. No cash accepted.

Matthew Murray
2026-07-29 19:30 - 21:00, 2026-07-28 19:30 - 21:00, 2026-07-27 19:30 - 21:00 (America/Edmonton) | Comedy Cave, 1020 8 Ave SW, Calgary, Alberta, T2P 1J2
As a stand-up comedian for over 25 years, Matthew has been invited to play Gotham Comedy Club in NYC, has written over 1000 jokes for Comedy Wire, and headlines comedy clubs across Canada. He has also made appearances on CBC and CTV.

Greeicy
2026-07-29 19:00 - 22:30 (America/Edmonton) | The Palace Theatre, 219 8th Avenue SW, Calgary, Alberta, T2P 1B7
Columbian star Greeicy brings the Candela World Tour to The Palace on Wednesday, July 29th!

Date: Wednesday, July 29th. 2026

Doors: 7:00 p.m.

18+ only with valid government issued ID

The Variety Show with David Lavoie
2026-07-29 18:00 - 21:30 (America/Edmonton) | Business & Pleasure, 1327b 9th Ave Se, Calgary, Alberta, T2G 0T2
Join us every last Wednesday of the month at Business & Pleasure for live jazz in the back room. David Lavoie on bass and Aaron Shorr on guitar bring the room to life for two intimate sets at 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. Settle in with cocktails and wine from our bar team, plus sandwiches and snacks from Super Variety room.
6 and 8p.m. sets, no cover, https://www.itsbusinessandpleasure.com/ to book your spot.

Artists Trading Cards for Newcomers
2026-07-29 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Edmonton) | Sparrow Artspace, 36 4 Street Northeast, Calgary, Ab, T2E 5A8
FREE – please register, All ages welcome (accompanied by an adult), no experience necessary.
Join us at Sparrow Artspace for a fun and creative event where you can make and trade your own Artists Trading Cards with other newcomers in Calgary! This is a great way to meet fellow newcomers and creatives, share your work, and connect with the local art community. All suplies will be provided.
Board members Yiting Hui and Sandra Neill will be in attendance to answer any questions about our artists-in-residence program and connect newcomers to other artists resources in the community!
What Are Artist Trading Cards (ATCs)? Artist Trading Cards are miniature works of art measuring 2.5 x 3.5 inches—the size of a standard playing card. Originating in the 1990s, the ATC movement began in Switzerland with artist M. Vänçi Stirnemann, who envisioned a way for artists to exchange their creations without monetary transactions. The concept quickly gained global popularity, fostering artistic expression and collaboration. Today, ATCs are celebrated as an inclusive and accessible way to share art and build connections within creative communities.

Introducing: Philip Kanwischer & Tayler Schenkeveld
2026-07-29 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-07-28 10:00 - 17:00 (America/Edmonton) | Christine Klassen Gallery, Suite #200, Calgary, Ab
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 thoughtful reflection through work that is quietly powerful, deeply personal, and rooted in observation.
Presented alongside CHROMA, INTRODUCING offers collectors and visitors the opportunity to discover artists at the beginning of their relationship with the gallery, while experiencing their work in conversation with the broader summer exhibition.

SURGE CITY Hoops Summer Series
2026-07-28 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Edmonton) | Century Gardens Basketball Courts, 826 8 Ave Sw, Calgary, T2P 1H7
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.
Join 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).
Open 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.

Knitting & Crochet Club by Carya Village Commons
2026-07-28 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Edmonton) | Carya Village Commons, 610 8 Avenue Southeast, Calgary, Ab, T2G 5B4
A vibrant weekly club meant for both first-time fabric artists and veterans.
Bring your project and chat with out knitters and crocheters, or join us for an introductory lesson!
Who We Are
Carya is a social impact agency that has been responding to the evolving social needs of the Calgary community since 1910. Today, with over a century of expertise, we remain deeply rooted in being a place of connection and support for Calgarians when and where they need us most.Carya impacts the lives of thousands of Calgarians each year, through a range of comprehensive, low to no-cost programs and services that enhance mental well-being, strengthen families, improve living conditions, and create meaningful social connections.

The Market on Stephen Avenue
2026-07-28 11:00 - 23:59 (America/Denver) | 8th Street 8th Avenue, Calgary, Calgary, Ab
✨ A Downtown Favourite Returns in 2026! ✨
The Market on Stephen Avenue is officially returning for the 2026 season — and vendor applications are now OPEN!Set in the heart of downtown Calgary, this vibrant daytime market offers exceptional exposure for small businesses, makers, artists, and creative brands looking to connect with locals and visitors alike.
🗓 Market on Stephen Avenue📅 Select Tuesdays | June 23 – September 22, 2026🕚 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
📩 IMPORTANT — PLEASE READ CAREFULLYTo protect our vendor community from scams, all vendor applications are issued by email only.👉 events@dmeinc.ca👉 info@dmeinc.ca
⚠️ We do NOT accept applications via:❌ Instagram or Facebook DMs❌ PayPal❌ Third-party links or payment requests
✨ Full market details, pricing, and next steps will be shared once we receive your email inquiry.We can’t wait to welcome you back to Stephen Avenue and continue supporting local businesses throughout the 2026 season!Delisle Marketing & Events Inc. & The Downtown Markets

Art as a Language by Adrian Stimson
2026-07-28 03:45 - 04:45 (America/Edmonton) | Central Library – Shaikh Family Welcome Gallery (West), 800 3rd Street Southeast, Calgary, Ab, T2G 0E7
Join us to explore a powerful public artwork by Siksiká Nation artist Adrian Stimson that celebrates Indigenous storytelling and culture.
Join Jasmine MacGregor as she presents Art as Language, a powerful public artwork by Siksiká Nation artist Adrian Stimson that explores the connection between Indigenous language, culture, and identity. Inspired by traditional Blackfoot pictographs, winter counts, ledger drawings, and petroglyphs, the installation transforms symbolic storytelling into a three-dimensional experience using steel and aluminum forms. Created in consultation with Blackfoot knowledge keepers, the work reflects the histories and territories of Mohkínsstsisi (Calgary). Through the interaction of wall and floor elements, Stimson invites viewers to experience an Indigenous way of communicating, where language is physical, visual, and deeply connected to memory, resilience, and community.
This event is repeated on Tuesday, July 28.

Common Table Presents: Festival of Flowers
2026-07-27 17:30 - 21:00 (America/Edmonton) | High Line Brewing, 1318 9 Avenue Southeast, Calgary, Ab, T2G 0T3
Join us for an evening of food, drinks, music & community!

Common Table Presents: Festival of Flowers

Join us for a long table dinner, featuring 5 floral inspired courses, cocktail pairings & live music! We at Common Table have a vision to bring the community together around 1 long table, with food focused on locality, thematic flavors & curated beverages. Festival of Flowers will be the first iteration of many such events to follow.

The Senator’s Home: Building the Lougheed Legacy Guided House Tour
2026-07-27 13:30 - 15:00 (America/Edmonton) | Lougheed House, 701 13 Ave. SW, Calgary, Ab
This event is a part of Historic Calgary Week.

The Lougheed family name has long been a prominent and powerful name in Alberta and Canada, and all began right here. This guided house tour will take you through all three floors of Lougheed House and through the social and political legacy of the Lougheed name. Join us in exploring how this house became an iconic landmark for this city, and how James and Isabella navigated the new lives they forged here together.

July 27
1:30 to 3:00 p.m.
Free

Candlelight: Tribute to ABBA
2026-07-26 20:30 - 21:30 (America/Edmonton) | Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre, 850 4 Street Southeast, Calgary, T2G 1R1
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Calgary. Get your tickets now to discover the music of ABBA at Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre, under the gentle glow of candlelight.

Tentative Program

Dancing Queen
SOS
Money, Money, Money
The Winner Takes it All
Voulez-Vous
Angeleyes
Waterloo
Fernando
Knowing Me, Knowing You
Chiquitita
Lay All Your Love On Me
Super Trouper
Mamma Mia

Performers:

String Quartet: 2 violins, 1 viola and 1 cello

Clue
2026-07-26 19:30 - 23:59 (America/Edmonton) | Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium, 1415 14th Avenue NW, Calgary
A mansion. A murder. A mystery. Murder and blackmail are on the menu when six mysterious guests assemble at Boddy Manor for a night they’ll never forget! Was it Mrs. Peacock in the study with the knife? Or was it Colonel Mustard in the library with the wrench? Based on the fan-favorite 1985 Paramount Pictures movie and inspired by the classic Hasbro board game, Clue is the ultimate whodunit that will leave you dying of laughter and keep you guessing until the final twist.

Willow Avalon - Pink Pocket Pistol Tour
2026-07-26 19:00 - 23:59 (America/Edmonton) | Commonwealth, 731 10 Ave Sw, Calgary, T2R 0B3
The best stories always end with the bad guy getting what he deserves. And on Willow Avalon’s new album Pink Pocket Pistol, a few cruel men end up on the wrong side of woman’s revenge.

Date: July 26, 2026Doors: 7pmStart Time: 8pmLocation: Commonwealth Bar & StageTicket Price: $43.91

Candlelight: Ed Sheeran & Coldplay
2026-07-26 18:30 - 19:30 (America/Edmonton) | Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre, 850 4 Street Southeast, Calgary, T2G 1R1
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Calgary. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Ed Sheeran and Coldplay at Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre, under the gentle glow of candlelight.
Tentative Program

Coldplay – Clocks
Coldplay – Something Just Like This
Ed Sheeran – Bad Habits
Coldplay – Adventure of a Lifetime
Coldplay – Fix You
Ed Sheeran – Photograph
Coldplay – The Scientist
Coldplay – Feelslikeimfallinginlove
Ed Sheeran – Shivers
Ed Sheeran – Perfect
Coldplay – Viva la Vida
Ed Sheeran – Give Me Love
Coldplay – Sky Full of Stars

Performers

String Quartet: 2 violins, 1 viola and 1 cello

Candlelight: The Best of Hans Zimmer
2026-07-26 18:30 - 19:30 (America/Edmonton) | Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre, 850 4 Street Southeast, Calgary, T2G 1R1
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Calgary. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Hans Zimmer at Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre, under the gentle glow of candlelight.
Tentative Program

Time – Inception
This Land – The Lion King
Zooster’s Breakout – Madagascar
Supermarine – Dunkirk
Honor – The Pacific
A Dark Knight – The Dark Knight
Wonder Woman Suite
Gladiator Suite
Cornfield Chase – Interstellar
Dune Suite
Discombobulate
Sherlock Holmes
Pirates of the Caribbean Suite

Performers

String Quartet: 2 violins, 1 viola and 1 cello

Terminus Festival 2026: Resonance
2026-07-26 18:00 - 23:30 (America/Edmonton) | Dickens, Lower 1000 9 Ave SW, Calgary, Ab, T2P 2Y6
Terminus is an annual darkwave/ EBM/ industrial/ synth/ post punk festival featuring 30+ acts from all over North America and Europe.
Lineup:

Test Dept
Portion Control
Home Front
Qual
Lead Into Gold
Nite
Past Self
Haunt Me
SDH
Soft Vein
Carrallee
Mvtant
Many more!
