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SUMMARY:Shakespeare Under the Bed
DESCRIPTION:he’s baaaaaaack—he’s funny\, he’s furious\, and he’s taking over. when a geneticist unleashes william shakespeare into the present day\, she’s forced to contain a bard who is louder\, queerer\, and more outraged than ever. as shakespeare commandeers a theatre\, falls in love with a drag queen\, and attempts to incite an artistic revolt\, what begins as a scientific leap-of-faith soon spirals into a coup that threatens a government takedown. \n18+. contemporary comedy.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/_ohdgk9tq-shakespeare-under-the-bed/2026-05-14/
LOCATION:the theatre\, 101\, 215 14 av sw\, Calgary\, Ab
CATEGORIES:Theatre & performing arts
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260516
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SUMMARY:LitCon 2026 | A Calgary Youth Literary Arts Festival
DESCRIPTION:Teachers and students\, get ready for LitCon! This month-long virtual festival connects classrooms with acclaimed authors\, illustrators\, and creators through engaging\, curriculum-connected sessions – from graphic novels and manga to storytelling and creative workshops. Students will explore new ideas\, hear from inspiring voices\, and have a chance to win exciting prizes.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/okfqi5soc-litcon-2026-or-a-calgary-youth-literary-arts-festival/2026-05-15/
CATEGORIES:Festivals & events
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SUMMARY:Street Smart
DESCRIPTION:Join the City of Calgary in partnership with Child Safe Canada for an engaging and interactive program that builds confidence and teaches children personal safety skills through activities and role playing. Participants must live in Downtown or Beltline Neighbourhood. \nCentral Library (Family Room – 2nd Floor) \nContact: Twyla Moon or Silvia Ross – Community\, Social Workers\ntwyla.moon@calgary.ca / (403) 703-5104\nsilvia.ross@calgary.ca / (403) 540-0160
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/street-smart/
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260515T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260515T235959
DTSTAMP:20260521T192715
CREATED:20260514T193822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T203756Z
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SUMMARY:Shakespeare Under the Bed
DESCRIPTION:he’s baaaaaaack—he’s funny\, he’s furious\, and he’s taking over. when a geneticist unleashes william shakespeare into the present day\, she’s forced to contain a bard who is louder\, queerer\, and more outraged than ever. as shakespeare commandeers a theatre\, falls in love with a drag queen\, and attempts to incite an artistic revolt\, what begins as a scientific leap-of-faith soon spirals into a coup that threatens a government takedown. \n18+. contemporary comedy.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/_ohdgk9tq-shakespeare-under-the-bed/2026-05-15/
LOCATION:the theatre\, 101\, 215 14 av sw\, Calgary\, Ab
CATEGORIES:Theatre & performing arts
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260516
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260517
DTSTAMP:20260521T192715
CREATED:20260429T173233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T203751Z
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SUMMARY:LitCon 2026 | A Calgary Youth Literary Arts Festival
DESCRIPTION:Teachers and students\, get ready for LitCon! This month-long virtual festival connects classrooms with acclaimed authors\, illustrators\, and creators through engaging\, curriculum-connected sessions – from graphic novels and manga to storytelling and creative workshops. Students will explore new ideas\, hear from inspiring voices\, and have a chance to win exciting prizes.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/okfqi5soc-litcon-2026-or-a-calgary-youth-literary-arts-festival/2026-05-16/
CATEGORIES:Festivals & events
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DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260516T220000
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CREATED:20260429T173250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T203759Z
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SUMMARY:4th Street Night Market
DESCRIPTION:The 4th Street Night Market is located in the heart of The Beltline for 2026. Visit the lively main street neighborhood of 4th Street for food\, fun\, local finds\, & friends at this family-friendly\, free\, pet-friendly night market all summer long! (May 16\, June 20\, July 18\, August 22\, September 19)
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/xnycynewf-4th-street-night-market/
LOCATION:Central Memorial Park\, 1221 2 St Sw\, Calgary\, T2R 0W9
CATEGORIES:Shopping & markets
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CREATED:20260429T173253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T203800Z
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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.  \n \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\n– Gladiator Suite \n– Cornfield Chase – Interstellar \n– Dune Suite\n– Discombobulate \n– Sherlock Holmes \n– Pirates of the Caribbean Suite \n\n Performers\n– String Quartet:\n  – 2 violins\n  – 1 viola\n  – 1 cello
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/ob3yooomg-candlelight-the-best-of-hans-zimmer/
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:20260516T193000
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CREATED:20260514T193822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T203756Z
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SUMMARY:Shakespeare Under the Bed
DESCRIPTION:he’s baaaaaaack—he’s funny\, he’s furious\, and he’s taking over. when a geneticist unleashes william shakespeare into the present day\, she’s forced to contain a bard who is louder\, queerer\, and more outraged than ever. as shakespeare commandeers a theatre\, falls in love with a drag queen\, and attempts to incite an artistic revolt\, what begins as a scientific leap-of-faith soon spirals into a coup that threatens a government takedown. \n18+. contemporary comedy.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/_ohdgk9tq-shakespeare-under-the-bed/2026-05-16/
LOCATION:the theatre\, 101\, 215 14 av sw\, Calgary\, Ab
CATEGORIES:Theatre & performing arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260516T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260516T213000
DTSTAMP:20260521T192715
CREATED:20260429T173255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T203800Z
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SUMMARY:Candlelight: Tribute to Queen
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 Queen at Studio Bell\, home of the National Music Centre\, under the gentle glow of candlelight.  \n\n Tentative Program \n– I Want to Break Free \n– We Will Rock You \n– Somebody to Love \n– Radio Ga Ga \n– Don’t Stop Me Now \n– Killer Queen \n– Crazy Little Thing Called Love \n– Who Wants to Live Forever \n– Bohemian Rhapsody \n– Love of My Life \n– We Are the Champions \n– Another One Bites the Dust \n\n Performers\n– String Quartet:\n  – 2 violins\n  – 1 viola\n  – 1 cello
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/3b12ykl8p-candlelight-tribute-to-queen/
LOCATION:Studio Bell\, home of the National Music Centre\, 850 4 Street Southeast\, Calgary\, T2G 1R1
CATEGORIES:Music & concerts
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260517
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260518
DTSTAMP:20260521T192715
CREATED:20260429T173233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T203751Z
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SUMMARY:LitCon 2026 | A Calgary Youth Literary Arts Festival
DESCRIPTION:Teachers and students\, get ready for LitCon! This month-long virtual festival connects classrooms with acclaimed authors\, illustrators\, and creators through engaging\, curriculum-connected sessions – from graphic novels and manga to storytelling and creative workshops. Students will explore new ideas\, hear from inspiring voices\, and have a chance to win exciting prizes.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/okfqi5soc-litcon-2026-or-a-calgary-youth-literary-arts-festival/2026-05-17/
CATEGORIES:Festivals & events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260517T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260517T133000
DTSTAMP:20260521T192715
CREATED:20260429T173353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T203749Z
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SUMMARY:High Tea at the Zoo
DESCRIPTION:High Tea at the zoo is a full day of spring fun\, perfect for all ages. Your ticket includes entry to the zoo with a 1.5 hour High Tea seating that allows you to indulge delicious finger sandwiches\, scones\, and mouthwatering snacks\, complemented by a selection of tasty loose leaf teas. Don’t miss out on this elegant affair in Grazers Restaurant on select Sundays from April 12th to May 31st\, 2026. \nMake it an occasion to remember and dress in your Sunday best for High Tea at the zoo!
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/fzkbrz3y0c-high-tea-at-the-zoo/2026-05-17/
LOCATION:Calgary Zoo\, 1300 Zoo Rd Ne\, Calgary\, T2E 7V6
CATEGORIES:Festivals & events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260517T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260517T235959
DTSTAMP:20260521T192715
CREATED:20260514T193822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T203756Z
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SUMMARY:Shakespeare Under the Bed
DESCRIPTION:he’s baaaaaaack—he’s funny\, he’s furious\, and he’s taking over. when a geneticist unleashes william shakespeare into the present day\, she’s forced to contain a bard who is louder\, queerer\, and more outraged than ever. as shakespeare commandeers a theatre\, falls in love with a drag queen\, and attempts to incite an artistic revolt\, what begins as a scientific leap-of-faith soon spirals into a coup that threatens a government takedown. \n18+. contemporary comedy.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/_ohdgk9tq-shakespeare-under-the-bed/2026-05-17/
LOCATION:the theatre\, 101\, 215 14 av sw\, Calgary\, Ab
CATEGORIES:Theatre & performing arts
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260518
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260519
DTSTAMP:20260521T192715
CREATED:20260429T173233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T203751Z
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SUMMARY:LitCon 2026 | A Calgary Youth Literary Arts Festival
DESCRIPTION:Teachers and students\, get ready for LitCon! This month-long virtual festival connects classrooms with acclaimed authors\, illustrators\, and creators through engaging\, curriculum-connected sessions – from graphic novels and manga to storytelling and creative workshops. Students will explore new ideas\, hear from inspiring voices\, and have a chance to win exciting prizes.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/okfqi5soc-litcon-2026-or-a-calgary-youth-literary-arts-festival/2026-05-18/
CATEGORIES:Festivals & events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260518T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260518T180000
DTSTAMP:20260521T192715
CREATED:20260429T174058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T203748Z
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SUMMARY:Monthly free tutoring!
DESCRIPTION:Need help with homework? Our free drop-in tutoring program downtown is for junior high and high school students. RSVP your spot or come in when you can. Our tutors walk around and help with English\, math\, and science\, whether you have one small question or a lot to work on. It’s a relaxed\, friendly place to get help\, learn more\, and feel better about school. Walk ins welcome. Email goodneighbouryyc@gmail.com for more information.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/nvobme-tx-monthly-free-tutoring/2026-05-18/
LOCATION:Esker Foundation\, 1011 9 Ave Se\, Calgary\, T2G 0H7
CATEGORIES:Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260518T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260518T235959
DTSTAMP:20260521T192715
CREATED:20260514T193822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T203756Z
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SUMMARY:Shakespeare Under the Bed
DESCRIPTION:he’s baaaaaaack—he’s funny\, he’s furious\, and he’s taking over. when a geneticist unleashes william shakespeare into the present day\, she’s forced to contain a bard who is louder\, queerer\, and more outraged than ever. as shakespeare commandeers a theatre\, falls in love with a drag queen\, and attempts to incite an artistic revolt\, what begins as a scientific leap-of-faith soon spirals into a coup that threatens a government takedown. \n18+. contemporary comedy.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/_ohdgk9tq-shakespeare-under-the-bed/2026-05-18/
LOCATION:the theatre\, 101\, 215 14 av sw\, Calgary\, Ab
CATEGORIES:Theatre & performing arts
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260519
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260520
DTSTAMP:20260521T192715
CREATED:20260429T173233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T203751Z
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SUMMARY:LitCon 2026 | A Calgary Youth Literary Arts Festival
DESCRIPTION:Teachers and students\, get ready for LitCon! This month-long virtual festival connects classrooms with acclaimed authors\, illustrators\, and creators through engaging\, curriculum-connected sessions – from graphic novels and manga to storytelling and creative workshops. Students will explore new ideas\, hear from inspiring voices\, and have a chance to win exciting prizes.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/okfqi5soc-litcon-2026-or-a-calgary-youth-literary-arts-festival/2026-05-19/
CATEGORIES:Festivals & events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260519T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260519T235959
DTSTAMP:20260521T192715
CREATED:20260514T193822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T203756Z
UID:10003442-1779219000-1779235199@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:Shakespeare Under the Bed
DESCRIPTION:he’s baaaaaaack—he’s funny\, he’s furious\, and he’s taking over. when a geneticist unleashes william shakespeare into the present day\, she’s forced to contain a bard who is louder\, queerer\, and more outraged than ever. as shakespeare commandeers a theatre\, falls in love with a drag queen\, and attempts to incite an artistic revolt\, what begins as a scientific leap-of-faith soon spirals into a coup that threatens a government takedown. \n18+. contemporary comedy.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/_ohdgk9tq-shakespeare-under-the-bed/2026-05-19/
LOCATION:the theatre\, 101\, 215 14 av sw\, Calgary\, Ab
CATEGORIES:Theatre & performing arts
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260520
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260521
DTSTAMP:20260521T192715
CREATED:20260429T173233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T203751Z
UID:10002916-1779235200-1779321599@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:LitCon 2026 | A Calgary Youth Literary Arts Festival
DESCRIPTION:Teachers and students\, get ready for LitCon! This month-long virtual festival connects classrooms with acclaimed authors\, illustrators\, and creators through engaging\, curriculum-connected sessions – from graphic novels and manga to storytelling and creative workshops. Students will explore new ideas\, hear from inspiring voices\, and have a chance to win exciting prizes.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/okfqi5soc-litcon-2026-or-a-calgary-youth-literary-arts-festival/2026-05-20/
CATEGORIES:Festivals & events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260520T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260520T203000
DTSTAMP:20260521T192715
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SUMMARY:Classics & Crafts: Clueless (1995)
DESCRIPTION:Fuel your creativity with movies on the big screen at Classics and Crafts! Bring your current craft project and join us for a nostalgic trip down memory lane with beloved classic films in the Burnswest Theatre.  \n \nMeet fellow makers\, enjoy the cinematic vibes and tackle your work-in-progress with us! Whether you’re a die-hard movie fan or are just looking for a place to hunker down and get your creative juices flowing\, this is the perfect event for crafters and cinephiles alike. Craft\, connect\, and catch a classic\, because you deserve a great movie night. \n \nSupplies are not provided\, so please remember to bring all supplies with you to the screening.  \n \nTickets include a small bag of popcorn\, movie screening\, and after-hours admission to The Confluence Cultural Centre. Additional snacks and drinks will be available for purchase.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/th-bza0-k-classics-and-crafts-clueless-1995/
LOCATION:The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland\, 750 9th Ave SE\, Calgary\, Ab\, T2G 5E1
CATEGORIES:Film & movies
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260520T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260520T235959
DTSTAMP:20260521T192715
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T203756Z
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SUMMARY:Shakespeare Under the Bed
DESCRIPTION:he’s baaaaaaack—he’s funny\, he’s furious\, and he’s taking over. when a geneticist unleashes william shakespeare into the present day\, she’s forced to contain a bard who is louder\, queerer\, and more outraged than ever. as shakespeare commandeers a theatre\, falls in love with a drag queen\, and attempts to incite an artistic revolt\, what begins as a scientific leap-of-faith soon spirals into a coup that threatens a government takedown. \n18+. contemporary comedy.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/_ohdgk9tq-shakespeare-under-the-bed/2026-05-20/
LOCATION:the theatre\, 101\, 215 14 av sw\, Calgary\, Ab
CATEGORIES:Theatre & performing arts
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260521
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260522
DTSTAMP:20260521T192715
CREATED:20260429T173233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T203751Z
UID:10002917-1779321600-1779407999@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:LitCon 2026 | A Calgary Youth Literary Arts Festival
DESCRIPTION:Teachers and students\, get ready for LitCon! This month-long virtual festival connects classrooms with acclaimed authors\, illustrators\, and creators through engaging\, curriculum-connected sessions – from graphic novels and manga to storytelling and creative workshops. Students will explore new ideas\, hear from inspiring voices\, and have a chance to win exciting prizes.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/okfqi5soc-litcon-2026-or-a-calgary-youth-literary-arts-festival/2026-05-21/
CATEGORIES:Festivals & events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260521T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260521T150000
DTSTAMP:20260521T192715
CREATED:20260429T173237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T203752Z
UID:10002923-1779366600-1779375600@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:Sew Social
DESCRIPTION:Beltline and Downtown\nresidents can gain knowledge\, experience and skills in both hand and machine\nsewing. Meet others in the neighbourhood while creating various projects and\nhaving fun learning. No cost\, supplies and snacks provided. Registration is required\,\nplease contact Community Social Worker Silvia Ross at silvia.ross@calgary.ca /\n(403) 540-0160. \n \nMay 7\, 14\, 21\, 28  \nJune 4\, 11 & 18
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/tcwcttl9u-sew-social-occ-9388/
LOCATION:St. Stephen’s Anglican Church\, 1121 14 Ave Sw\, Calgary\, T2R 0P3
CATEGORIES:Free
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260521T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260521T180000
DTSTAMP:20260521T192715
CREATED:20260429T174058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T203748Z
UID:10003406-1779377400-1779386400@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:Monthly free tutoring!
DESCRIPTION:Need help with homework? Our free drop-in tutoring program downtown is for junior high and high school students. RSVP your spot or come in when you can. Our tutors walk around and help with English\, math\, and science\, whether you have one small question or a lot to work on. It’s a relaxed\, friendly place to get help\, learn more\, and feel better about school. Walk ins welcome. Email goodneighbouryyc@gmail.com for more information.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/nvobme-tx-monthly-free-tutoring/2026-05-21/
LOCATION:Esker Foundation\, 1011 9 Ave Se\, Calgary\, T2G 0H7
CATEGORIES:Free
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ORGANIZER;CN="Good Neighbour YYC":MAILTO:goodneighbouryyc@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260521T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260521T235959
DTSTAMP:20260521T192715
CREATED:20260429T173524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T203803Z
UID:10003279-1779386400-1779407999@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:Stage It Festival
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the bold voices of tomorrow at our four-day 2026 Stage It Festival\, featuring dynamic new work from Calgary’s emerging Creator-Producers Kaya Coleman\, Kamika Bianca Guerra-Walker\, Natalia Cortes and Evelina Groll.  \n\nThis vibrant spring festival includes a slate of exciting performances—music\, drag\, improv\, and stand-up—plus an exclusive of Hunt/Peck experience\, created by Donna-Michelle St. Bernard\, directed by Clare Preuss and featuring Denise Clarke\, Jared Tobias Herring\, Linnea Swan and Omatta Udalor. 
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/ugdeqfw_n-stage-it-festival/2026-05-21/
LOCATION:Motel Theatre & Centre Court\, Werklund Centre\, 2nd floor\, 225 8th Avenue South East\, Calgary\, Alberta
CATEGORIES:Music & concerts,Theatre & performing arts
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260521T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260521T203000
DTSTAMP:20260521T192715
CREATED:20260514T193838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T203803Z
UID:10003448-1779390000-1779395400@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:Hot Dogs & Hot Takes on History: So\, We’re Changing Names Now?
DESCRIPTION:Names feel permanent — until they don’t. What happens when a community — an organization\, a government\, or anyone else — decides a name no longer fits the story it wants to tell?  \nThis month at Hot Dogs & Hot Takes on History\, Dr. Joe Anderson explores the growing movement to rename places\, landmarks\, and institutions as part of a broader reckoning with how we commemorate history.  \nThrough case studies from across Canada and the United States\, Dr. Anderson examines why communities are revisiting long-standing names — particularly those tied to colonialism\, exclusion\, or figures whose legacies have become increasingly contested. Is renaming a meaningful act of change\, or just symbolic? Who gets to decide when a name has outlived its time?  \nThe conversation then turns close to home\, with a look at the 2024 transition from Fort Calgary to The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland and what that shift reveals about how Calgary is rethinking its own past.  \nCome for the hot dogs and reflect on the question: when we rename a place\, are we rewriting history\, or are we telling more of it?
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/n8dubgs_bj-hot-dogs-and-hot-takes-on-history-so-were-changing-names-now/
LOCATION:The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland\, 750 9 Avenue Southeast\, Calgary\, T2G 5E1
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260521T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260521T234500
DTSTAMP:20260521T192715
CREATED:20260429T173526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T203803Z
UID:10003283-1779390000-1779407100@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:Arkells
DESCRIPTION:Arkells brings the Between Us City Takeover to The Palace on Thursday\, May 21st! \n\nDate: Thursday\, May 21st\, 2026 \n Doors: 7:00 PM \n 18+ only with a valid government-issued ID
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/kdt1cvslq-arkells/
LOCATION:The Palace Theatre\, 219 8th Avenue SW\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T2P 1B7
CATEGORIES:Music & concerts
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260521T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260521T210000
DTSTAMP:20260521T192715
CREATED:20260429T173528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T203804Z
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SUMMARY:The Time Machinist - PREMIERE NIGHT
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an exclusive Premiere Night\, where you’ll be among the first to experience the captivating mysteries of time travel as the bold and eccentric Time Machinist\, Owen Mittagen Vottenberg III\, invites you on an unforgettable adventure through the ages.  \n \nMeet a fascinating cast of characters collected from his travels and watch the magic of his powerful time machine come alive onstage. Filled with breathtaking circus artistry\, rich storytelling\, and edge-of-your-seat surprises\, this imaginative production brings history\, fantasy\, and adventure together in a way that captivates audiences of every age. Join Owen as he pushes his invention to daring new limits where wonder\, excitement\, and a hint of danger await. Don’t miss your chance to run away with the circus and witness this incredible spectacle of timeless proportions! 
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/snliaqtpi-the-time-machinist-premiere-night/
LOCATION:The GRAND\, 608 1st St SW\, Calgary\, Ab\, T2P 3B1
CATEGORIES:Theatre & performing arts
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260521T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260521T235959
DTSTAMP:20260521T192715
CREATED:20260514T193822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T203756Z
UID:10003444-1779391800-1779407999@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:Shakespeare Under the Bed
DESCRIPTION:he’s baaaaaaack—he’s funny\, he’s furious\, and he’s taking over. when a geneticist unleashes william shakespeare into the present day\, she’s forced to contain a bard who is louder\, queerer\, and more outraged than ever. as shakespeare commandeers a theatre\, falls in love with a drag queen\, and attempts to incite an artistic revolt\, what begins as a scientific leap-of-faith soon spirals into a coup that threatens a government takedown. \n18+. contemporary comedy.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/_ohdgk9tq-shakespeare-under-the-bed/2026-05-21/
LOCATION:the theatre\, 101\, 215 14 av sw\, Calgary\, Ab
CATEGORIES:Theatre & performing arts
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260522T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260522T235959
DTSTAMP:20260521T192715
CREATED:20260429T173524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T203803Z
UID:10003280-1779472800-1779494399@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:Stage It Festival
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the bold voices of tomorrow at our four-day 2026 Stage It Festival\, featuring dynamic new work from Calgary’s emerging Creator-Producers Kaya Coleman\, Kamika Bianca Guerra-Walker\, Natalia Cortes and Evelina Groll.  \n\nThis vibrant spring festival includes a slate of exciting performances—music\, drag\, improv\, and stand-up—plus an exclusive of Hunt/Peck experience\, created by Donna-Michelle St. Bernard\, directed by Clare Preuss and featuring Denise Clarke\, Jared Tobias Herring\, Linnea Swan and Omatta Udalor. 
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/ugdeqfw_n-stage-it-festival/2026-05-22/
LOCATION:Motel Theatre & Centre Court\, Werklund Centre\, 2nd floor\, 225 8th Avenue South East\, Calgary\, Alberta
CATEGORIES:Music & concerts,Theatre & performing arts
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260522T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260522T211500
DTSTAMP:20260521T192715
CREATED:20260429T173257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T203804Z
UID:10002953-1779478200-1779484500@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:The Time Machinist by Le Cirque de la Nuit
DESCRIPTION:Experience the captivating mysteries of time travel\, presented by Le Cirque de la Nuit\, at The GRAND . The bold and eccentric Time Machinist\, Owen Mittagen Vottenberg III\, is inviting you on an unforgettable adventure through the ages. Will you accept it?
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/ox1tryfuc-the-time-machinist-by-le-cirque-de-la-nuit/
LOCATION:The GRAND\, 608 1st St SW\, Calgary\, Ab\, T2P 3B1
CATEGORIES:Theatre & performing arts
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