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Calgary International Blues Festival celebrates the best in blues with a full week of workshops, concerts and special events, culminating in 4 days & nights of non-stop music on Main Stage at The Confluence. Starring local, regional and international blues artists, Calgary Bluesfest is the largest blues festival west of Ottawa. The family-friendly event features...
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...
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:...
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.
Columbian star Greeicy brings the Candela World Tour to The Palace on Wednesday, July 29th!Date: Wednesday, July 29th. 2026Doors: 7:00 p.m.18+ only with valid government issued ID
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...
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,...
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...
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...
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.
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