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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260723T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260723T200000
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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/2026-07-23/
LOCATION:Century Gardens Basketball Courts\, 826 8 Ave Sw\, Calgary\, T2P 1H7
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Free,Sports & fitness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260723T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260723T235959
DTSTAMP:20260701T000055Z
CREATED:20260629T172329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T000055Z
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SUMMARY:[SERIES] Somatic Sessions at Yoga Passage
DESCRIPTION:Join Lindsay for a 5-week somatic immersion blending nervous system literacy\, somatic movement\, breathwork\, inquiry and embodied practices designed to deepen awareness\, release stored tension and build emotional resilience.  \nEach week explores how your body communicates through sensation\, movement\, and pattern. You’ll learn to track your nervous system states\, respond to activation with practical regulation tools\, and build a balanced baseline for daily life.  \nBring clothes to move in\, a water bottle\, journal\, and pen. Workbook also provided. \nWeek 1 – Safety In Presence: Nervous System Literacy & The Felt Sense \nWeek 2 – Your Window Of Tolerance: The Cycle Of Stress & The FFFF Responses \nWeek 3 – Inner Parts Work: Awareness Of The Shadow & Inner Child \nWeek 4 – The Body As A Healer: Fascia\, Flow & Vagal Resilience \nWeek 5 – SOMAMVMNT: Integration\, Expression & Embodied Empowerment \nFacilitator: Lindsay Hainstock \nWhen: Thursdays July 2 – July 30\, 7:30 – 9:00 pm \nInvestment: $133 for 5 weeks
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/95ireio0v-somatic-sessions-at-yoga-passage/2026-07-23/
LOCATION:Yoga Passage\, 524 11 Ave Sw\, Calgary\, T2R 0C8
CATEGORIES:Sports & fitness
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260724
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260725
DTSTAMP:20260701T000125Z
CREATED:20260701T000125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T000125Z
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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/2026-07-24/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260725
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260726
DTSTAMP:20260701T000125Z
CREATED:20260701T000125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T000125Z
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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/2026-07-25/
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/Edmonton:20260725T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260725T190000
DTSTAMP:20260701T000231Z
CREATED:20260629T172630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T000231Z
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SUMMARY:Inglewood Sunfest
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the Inglewood Sunfest \nA stylish summer festival in the heart of Inglewood. \nWe’re here to celebrate\, engage\, entertain\, and delight. \nSee you July 25\, 2026 from 11:00 am – 7:00 pm \nAt Sunfest\, there is fun for everyone. Visit 9th Ave SE in Inglewood for a day of free entertainment\, shopping\, food trucks and patios! \nInglewood is host to over 200 vendors that include artisan crafts\, small businesses\, community organizations and more!
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/3mrsa0dfx-inglewood-sunfest/
LOCATION:9 Avenue Southeast\, 9 Ave Se\, Calgary
CATEGORIES:Food & drink,Free,Shopping & markets,Theatre & performing arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260725T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260725T173000
DTSTAMP:20260701T000109Z
CREATED:20260701T000109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T000109Z
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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-16758/
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:20260725T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260725T163000
DTSTAMP:20260630T000141Z
CREATED:20260630T000140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T000141Z
UID:10005104-1784988000-1784997000@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/2026-07-25/
LOCATION:Studio Bell\, 850 4 St SE\, Calgary\, Ab\, T2G 0L8
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260725T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260725T235959
DTSTAMP:20260701T000231Z
CREATED:20260604T171950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T000231Z
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SUMMARY:Nate Bargatze: Big Dumb Eyes World Tour
DESCRIPTION:Re-entry is not permitted for Scotiabank Saddledome \nSale Dates and Times: \nPublic Onsale : Fri\, 5 Sep 2025 at 10:00 AM \nArtist Presale : Thu\, 4 Sep 2025 at 10:00 AM \nGeneral Presales : Thu\, 4 Sep 2025 at 12:00 PM
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/ocl3kvl0r-nate-bargatze-big-dumb-eyes-world-tour/
LOCATION:Scotiabank Saddledome\, Calgary
CATEGORIES:Comedy
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260726
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260727
DTSTAMP:20260701T000125Z
CREATED:20260701T000125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T000125Z
UID:10005341-1785024000-1785110399@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/2026-07-26/
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/Denver:20260726T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260726T235959
DTSTAMP:20260629T172036Z
CREATED:20260528T143734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T172036Z
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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-12161/
LOCATION:Calgary Zoo\, 1300 Zoo Rd Ne\, Calgary\, T2E 7V6
CATEGORIES:Festivals & events,Food & drink
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260726T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260726T235959
DTSTAMP:20260701T000035Z
CREATED:20260622T135153Z
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-16067/
LOCATION:The King Eddy\, 438 9 Ave Se\, Calgary\, Ab\, T2G 0R9
CATEGORIES:Music & concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260726T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260726T193000
DTSTAMP:20260629T172016Z
CREATED:20260429T173253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T172016Z
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SUMMARY:Candlelight: The Best of Hans Zimmer
DESCRIPTION: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.  \nTentative Program \n– Time – Inception \n– This Land – The Lion King \n– Zooster’s Breakout – Madagascar \n– Supermarine – Dunkirk \n– Honor – The Pacific \n– A Dark Knight – The Dark Knight \n– Wonder Woman Suite– Gladiator Suite \n– Cornfield Chase – Interstellar \n– Dune Suite– Discombobulate \n– Sherlock Holmes \n– Pirates of the Caribbean Suite \nPerformers– String Quartet:– 2 violins– 1 viola– 1 cello
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/ob3yooomg-candlelight-the-best-of-hans-zimmer-occ-9395/
LOCATION:Studio Bell\, home of the National Music Centre\, 850 4 Street Southeast\, Calgary\, T2G 1R1
CATEGORIES:Music & concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260726T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260726T213000
DTSTAMP:20260629T172045Z
CREATED:20260429T173305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T172045Z
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SUMMARY:Candlelight: Tribute to ABBA
DESCRIPTION:Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live\, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Calgary. Discover the music of ABBA at Studio Bell under the gentle glow of candlelight. (May 24\, June 21\, July 26)
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/1b83axtol-candlelight-tribute-to-abba-occ-9410/
LOCATION:Studio Bell\, home of the National Music Centre\, 850 4 Street Southeast\, Calgary\, T2G 1R1
CATEGORIES:Music & concerts
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260727
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260728
DTSTAMP:20260701T000125Z
CREATED:20260701T000125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T000125Z
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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/2026-07-27/
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;VALUE=DATE:20260728
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260729
DTSTAMP:20260701T000125Z
CREATED:20260701T000125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T000125Z
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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/2026-07-28/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260728T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260728T235959
DTSTAMP:20260604T170951Z
CREATED:20260604T170951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T170951Z
UID:10004277-1785236400-1785283199@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:The Market on Stephen Avenue
DESCRIPTION:✨ A Downtown Favourite Returns in 2026! ✨ \nThe 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. \n🗓 Market on Stephen Avenue📅 Select Tuesdays | June 23 – September 22\, 2026🕚 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM \n📩 IMPORTANT — PLEASE READ CAREFULLYTo protect our vendor community from scams\, all vendor applications are issued by email only.👉 events@dmeinc.ca👉 info@dmeinc.ca \n⚠️ We do NOT accept applications via:❌ Instagram or Facebook DMs❌ PayPal❌ Third-party links or payment requests \n✨ 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
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/lm8ldaojl-the-market-on-stephen-avenue-occ-11699/
LOCATION:8th Street 8th Avenue\, Calgary\, Calgary\, Ab
CATEGORIES:Shopping & markets
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260728T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260728T200000
DTSTAMP:20260630T000014Z
CREATED:20260604T154036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T000014Z
UID:10004005-1785261600-1785268800@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/2026-07-28/
LOCATION:Century Gardens Basketball Courts\, 826 8 Ave Sw\, Calgary\, T2P 1H7
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Free,Sports & fitness
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260729
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260730
DTSTAMP:20260701T000125Z
CREATED:20260701T000125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T000125Z
UID:10005344-1785283200-1785369599@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/2026-07-29/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260730
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260731
DTSTAMP:20260701T000125Z
CREATED:20260701T000125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T000125Z
UID:10005345-1785369600-1785455999@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/2026-07-30/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260730T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260730T220000
DTSTAMP:20260629T172633Z
CREATED:20260629T172633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T172633Z
UID:10005000-1785409200-1785448800@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:Taste of Calgary
DESCRIPTION:Taste of Calgary is the city’s most appetizing festival\, giving visitors the chance to sample the city’s food\, beverages\, music and other cool things. \nJuly 30\, 31\, August 1\, 2\, & 3 2026. We run 11am to 10pm daily except for holiday Monday 11am to 8pm. Discover Calgary’s global cuisines from a mix of unique restaurants and beverage companies. \nPlus get a taste of Calgary’s great musicians and visit a variety of artisans\, entrepreneurs\, and interactive activities to add to the fun of the festival. Admission to the festival is free. \nAnd\, shop at some of the most interesting marketplace vendors in the city.  \nAdmission to the event is free and pricing will remain the same as in previous years\, $1 per Taste — each dish will range between 2 to 8 tickets.  \nPets allowed on a leash
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/ur1jx_au_-taste-of-calgary/2026-07-30/
LOCATION:Cowboys Park\, 1220 9 Ave Sw\, Calgary\, T3C 0J2
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Festivals & events,Food & drink
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260730T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260730T200000
DTSTAMP:20260630T000014Z
CREATED:20260604T154036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T000014Z
UID:10004006-1785434400-1785441600@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/2026-07-30/
LOCATION:Century Gardens Basketball Courts\, 826 8 Ave Sw\, Calgary\, T2P 1H7
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Free,Sports & fitness
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260730T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260730T235959
DTSTAMP:20260701T000055Z
CREATED:20260629T172329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T000055Z
UID:10004963-1785439800-1785455999@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:[SERIES] Somatic Sessions at Yoga Passage
DESCRIPTION:Join Lindsay for a 5-week somatic immersion blending nervous system literacy\, somatic movement\, breathwork\, inquiry and embodied practices designed to deepen awareness\, release stored tension and build emotional resilience.  \nEach week explores how your body communicates through sensation\, movement\, and pattern. You’ll learn to track your nervous system states\, respond to activation with practical regulation tools\, and build a balanced baseline for daily life.  \nBring clothes to move in\, a water bottle\, journal\, and pen. Workbook also provided. \nWeek 1 – Safety In Presence: Nervous System Literacy & The Felt Sense \nWeek 2 – Your Window Of Tolerance: The Cycle Of Stress & The FFFF Responses \nWeek 3 – Inner Parts Work: Awareness Of The Shadow & Inner Child \nWeek 4 – The Body As A Healer: Fascia\, Flow & Vagal Resilience \nWeek 5 – SOMAMVMNT: Integration\, Expression & Embodied Empowerment \nFacilitator: Lindsay Hainstock \nWhen: Thursdays July 2 – July 30\, 7:30 – 9:00 pm \nInvestment: $133 for 5 weeks
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/95ireio0v-somatic-sessions-at-yoga-passage/2026-07-30/
LOCATION:Yoga Passage\, 524 11 Ave Sw\, Calgary\, T2R 0C8
CATEGORIES:Sports & fitness
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260731T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260731T220000
DTSTAMP:20260629T172633Z
CREATED:20260629T172633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T172633Z
UID:10005001-1785495600-1785535200@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:Taste of Calgary
DESCRIPTION:Taste of Calgary is the city’s most appetizing festival\, giving visitors the chance to sample the city’s food\, beverages\, music and other cool things. \nJuly 30\, 31\, August 1\, 2\, & 3 2026. We run 11am to 10pm daily except for holiday Monday 11am to 8pm. Discover Calgary’s global cuisines from a mix of unique restaurants and beverage companies. \nPlus get a taste of Calgary’s great musicians and visit a variety of artisans\, entrepreneurs\, and interactive activities to add to the fun of the festival. Admission to the festival is free. \nAnd\, shop at some of the most interesting marketplace vendors in the city.  \nAdmission to the event is free and pricing will remain the same as in previous years\, $1 per Taste — each dish will range between 2 to 8 tickets.  \nPets allowed on a leash
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/ur1jx_au_-taste-of-calgary/2026-07-31/
LOCATION:Cowboys Park\, 1220 9 Ave Sw\, Calgary\, T3C 0J2
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Festivals & events,Food & drink
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260731T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260731T210000
DTSTAMP:20260701T000233Z
CREATED:20260701T000233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T000233Z
UID:10005383-1785524400-1785531600@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:True Grit
DESCRIPTION:True GritDirected by The Coen BrothersRating: 14A“You must pay for everything in this world one way or another; there is nothing free save the grace of God.”—Mattie Ross\, True GritAfter an outlaw named Tom Chaney murders her father\, feisty 14-year-old farm girl Mattie Ross hires Rooster Cogburn\, a boozy\, trigger-happy lawman\, to help her find Chaney and avenge her father. The bickering duo are not alone in their quest\, for a Texas Ranger named LaBoeuf is also tracking Chaney for reasons of his own. Together the unlikely trio ventures into hostile territory to dispense some Old West justice.A classic western — a good\, old-fashioned yarn about heroism\, revenge\, loss and family.Event detailsLobby doors: Open at 5:30pmFeature Film Screening: 7:00pmFood: Uncle Fatih joins us in the lobby before the screening\, serving up delicious eatsDrinks: The GRAND will be operating a full service bar at 5:30pmTrailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q5fEgKj9QNsThe GRAND uses closed captions for accessibility purposes. Thank you for your consideration and understanding!  *Discount codes must be entered at checkout and cannot be applied after a purchase is completed. We’re unable to retroactively adjust orders once a transaction has been finalized.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/6sjmauzqq-true-grit/
LOCATION:The GRAND\, 608 1 St SW\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T2P 1M6
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260801T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260801T220000
DTSTAMP:20260629T172633Z
CREATED:20260629T172633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T172633Z
UID:10005002-1785582000-1785621600@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:Taste of Calgary
DESCRIPTION:Taste of Calgary is the city’s most appetizing festival\, giving visitors the chance to sample the city’s food\, beverages\, music and other cool things. \nJuly 30\, 31\, August 1\, 2\, & 3 2026. We run 11am to 10pm daily except for holiday Monday 11am to 8pm. Discover Calgary’s global cuisines from a mix of unique restaurants and beverage companies. \nPlus get a taste of Calgary’s great musicians and visit a variety of artisans\, entrepreneurs\, and interactive activities to add to the fun of the festival. Admission to the festival is free. \nAnd\, shop at some of the most interesting marketplace vendors in the city.  \nAdmission to the event is free and pricing will remain the same as in previous years\, $1 per Taste — each dish will range between 2 to 8 tickets.  \nPets allowed on a leash
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/ur1jx_au_-taste-of-calgary/2026-08-01/
LOCATION:Cowboys Park\, 1220 9 Ave Sw\, Calgary\, T3C 0J2
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Festivals & events,Food & drink
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260801T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260801T235959
DTSTAMP:20260604T171318Z
CREATED:20260604T171317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T171318Z
UID:10004287-1785582000-1785628799@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:PlayLab: Feet to the Beat
DESCRIPTION:Turn up the music and shake it out! Join us in PlayLab where we’ll be moving and grooving to a new style of dance each session. \n— \n11:00 am and 1:00 pm \nFree admission on Level 1 \n— \nAbout Kym Butler: \nKym has been a dance educator/movement instructor for almost 40 years. If it involves moving the body\, then she has facilitated the body moving. She has worked with figure skaters\, gymnasts\, models\, musicians and\, of course\, dancers. Kym has choreographed for music videos\, television commercials\, award ceremonies\, concert dance\, drag pageants\, parades and flash mobs. There is no age or skill limit in Kym’s classes\, she can teach any beginner and refine the seasoned artist. Her sessions are welcoming\, inclusive and most importantly\, fun! \n— \nAbout PlayLab: \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 open to the public with free admission on Level 1 of Studio Bell every day from 10 am to 5 pm. Learn more at studiobell.ca/exhibitions/playlab. \nPlayLab is made possible with support from the Alberta Museums Association and the Radomski Foundation.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/qm-seoobj-playlab-feet-to-the-beat-occ-12834/
LOCATION:National Music Centre | Centre National de Musique\, 850 - 4 Street SE\, Calgary
CATEGORIES:Museums, galleries & exhibitions
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260801T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260801T235959
DTSTAMP:20260604T171318Z
CREATED:20260604T171318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T171318Z
UID:10004288-1785589200-1785628799@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:PlayLab: Feet to the Beat
DESCRIPTION:Turn up the music and shake it out! Join us in PlayLab where we’ll be moving and grooving to a new style of dance each session. \n— \n11:00 am and 1:00 pm \nFree admission on Level 1 \n— \nAbout Kym Butler: \nKym has been a dance educator/movement instructor for almost 40 years. If it involves moving the body\, then she has facilitated the body moving. She has worked with figure skaters\, gymnasts\, models\, musicians and\, of course\, dancers. Kym has choreographed for music videos\, television commercials\, award ceremonies\, concert dance\, drag pageants\, parades and flash mobs. There is no age or skill limit in Kym’s classes\, she can teach any beginner and refine the seasoned artist. Her sessions are welcoming\, inclusive and most importantly\, fun! \n— \nAbout PlayLab: \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 open to the public with free admission on Level 1 of Studio Bell every day from 10 am to 5 pm. Learn more at studiobell.ca/exhibitions/playlab. \nPlayLab is made possible with support from the Alberta Museums Association and the Radomski Foundation.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/qm-seoobj-playlab-feet-to-the-beat-occ-12835/
LOCATION:National Music Centre | Centre National de Musique\, 850 - 4 Street SE\, Calgary
CATEGORIES:Museums, galleries & exhibitions
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260801T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260801T163000
DTSTAMP:20260630T000141Z
CREATED:20260630T000140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T000141Z
UID:10005105-1785592800-1785601800@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/2026-08-01/
LOCATION:Studio Bell\, 850 4 St SE\, Calgary\, Ab\, T2G 0L8
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260801T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260801T200000
DTSTAMP:20260630T000202Z
CREATED:20260630T000202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T000202Z
UID:10005119-1785607200-1785614400@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:Summer Sun Embroidery Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Always wanted to try your hand at embroidery? This summer embroidery workshop is for you! Our experienced crafting facilitator will take you through the basics of embroidery\, in the historic Conservatory at Lougheed House where House residents of the past once did their own handicrafts. Choose from 3 designs inspired by vintage embroidery patterns and spend the afternoon crafting in good company! All supplies are included for this workshop. Recommended as a beginner-level adult workshop. Choose which embroidery design to make when purchasing a ticket.\n\nMuseum admission is included in your ticket\, so feel free to explore the house before the workshop!
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/lzgjxo_8v-summer-sun-embroidery-workshop-occ-16729/
LOCATION:Lougheed House National & Provincial Historic Site\, 707 13 Avenue Southwest\, Calgary\, T2R 0K8
CATEGORIES:Museums, galleries & exhibitions,Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260802
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260803
DTSTAMP:20260629T172102Z
CREATED:20260608T152459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T172102Z
UID:10004316-1785628800-1785715199@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:Soccer City FC - Presented by Calgary Wild FC
DESCRIPTION:Free youth soccer is taking over Peace Park this summer\, bringing high-energy\, high-quality programming right to the heart of downtown. Whether your child or teen is trying soccer for the first time or building on their skills\, these free programs offer a fun\, positive\, and accessible way to stay active and connected all summer long. \nDelivered in partnership with The City\, Cavalry FC\, Calgary Wild FC\, Calgary Minor Soccer Association and the Centre for Newcomers\, this initiative creates meaningful opportunities for young people to learn\, play\, and thrive. With coaching led by Cavalry FC and Calgary Wild FC\, participants get top-tier instruction at no cost\, learning from the pros\, building confidence\, and experiencing the joy of the game in a supportive environment.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/sxqywjmzm-soccer-city-fc-presented-by-calgary-wild-fc/2026-08-02/
LOCATION:Peace Park\, 2 Ave SW\, Calgary\, T2P
CATEGORIES:Education,Family-friendly,Free,Sports & fitness
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