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SHADES is one of Calgary's fastest-rising indie bands, known for bringing infectious energy to every stage they step on. Blending indie rock, pop, and funk influences, the band delivers original music that's both catchy and dynamic. Off stage, the members are just as recognizable—regular faces at jam nights and live shows across the city, they're...
Chandler Billinghurst is a comedian with the kind of name that sounds like he should either own a vineyard or get heckled at one. He brings sharp observations, quick turns, and just enough charm to make terrible life choices seem relatable. On stage, Chandler mixes wit and honesty, finding the funny in everyday chaos, awkward...
Violin phenom Kerson Leong opens with a burst of brilliance, leading a seamless, no-intermission journey from the radiant clarity of Johann Sebastian Bach through the shimmering virtuosity of Francisco Tárrega and Eugène Ysaÿe, while Charles Ives’ bold, experimental Piano Trio introduces unexpected twists along the way.The energy spills into Clancy Newman’s electrifying arrangements of Mark...
Event Date: Thursday, July 16Event Time: 7-8:30 pm | Doors open 6:30 pmCost: $15 (plus fees)Ages: 13+Last year, Kevin Allen packed the house with Colonial Calgary Was SO Gay. This year, he's back — and somehow, things are getting even beefier.For one special summer edition, Hot Dogs & Hot Takes on History becomes Hot Cakes...
Where: Palomino Smokehouse and Social Club109 7 Avenue S.W Calgary18+ with government issued identificationWhen: Thursday July 16, 2026Doors: 7:00pm-8:00pmAdmission: $16.00 NO JERK POLICY ALWAYS IN EFFECT!The HarpoonistYou ought to meet Harpoonist. Known to family, friends and hardcore fans as Shawn Hall. A harpoon/harmonica/harp virtuoso with a couple of decades in the hardcore, blues-based rock and...
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...
Join Director Naomi Potter & Head Preparator Doug Haslam for a behind the scenes tour of our current exhibitions.In this behind-the-scenes tour, guests will learn about the work that goes into curating and installing our Spring/Summer 2026 exhibitions: ᐃᔨ – Eyes – Shirley Moorhouse and Zadie Xa with Benito Mayor Vallejo | Moonlit Confessions Across...
Join Director/Curator Naomi Potter and Head Preparator Doug Haslam for a behind-the-scenes tour to learn about the work that goes into curating and installing our exhibitions.Thursday, July 16 2026 at 6-7 p.m.
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...
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.These 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...
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...
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...
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