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SUMMARY:Perspective Film Series: A Clockwork Orange (1971)
DESCRIPTION:Stanley Kubrick’s iconic A Clockwork Orange (1971) follows Alex\, a charismatic but ultraviolent teenage delinquent in dystopian future Britain\, who leads his “droogs” in drug-fueled crime sprees\, narrating in futuristic slang (Nadsat). After being caught and imprisoned for murder\, he undergoes the controversial Ludovico Technique\, a psychological aversion therapy that conditions him to feel physically ill at the thought of violence\, effectively removing his free will. Released as a “cured” citizen\, he faces societal rejection and political manipulation\, asking us to question the ethics of state control\, the nature of free will\, and whether true morality can exist without the freedom to choose. \nCountry: UK\, US \n136 minutes\, in English \nDisclaimer: This film contains some difficult subject matter\, including violence and nudity\, which may be triggering for some viewers. \nFREE for members. Non-members: $10—your ticket to this screening includes admission to Contemporary Calgary. Our galleries are open from 12-5 PM for viewing prior to attending the program.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/jsnljptdhd-perspective-film-series-a-clockwork-orange-1971/
LOCATION:Contemporary Calgary\, 701 11 Street Southwest\, Calgary\, Ab\, T2P 2C4
CATEGORIES:Film & movies
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SUMMARY:Get Ready for the Ultimate Summer Challenge!
DESCRIPTION:The Challenge is simple — read every day this summer. \nEveryone 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. \nFrom July 1 to August 31\, read\, attend programs\, explore new stories\, and have fun at the Library as part of the Ultimate Summer Challenge. \nRegistration opens June 15.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/qvvonebdk-get-ready-for-the-ultimate-summer-challenge/2026-08-24/
LOCATION:Calgary Public Library – Central\, 800 3 St Se\, Calgary\, T2G 2E7
CATEGORIES:Education,Family-friendly
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260825
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260826
DTSTAMP:20260704T000116Z
CREATED:20260704T000115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260704T000116Z
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SUMMARY:Get Ready for the Ultimate Summer Challenge!
DESCRIPTION:The Challenge is simple — read every day this summer. \nEveryone 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. \nFrom July 1 to August 31\, read\, attend programs\, explore new stories\, and have fun at the Library as part of the Ultimate Summer Challenge. \nRegistration opens June 15.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/qvvonebdk-get-ready-for-the-ultimate-summer-challenge/2026-08-25/
LOCATION:Calgary Public Library – Central\, 800 3 St Se\, Calgary\, T2G 2E7
CATEGORIES:Education,Family-friendly
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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-11697/
LOCATION:8th Street 8th Avenue\, Calgary\, Calgary\, Ab
CATEGORIES:Shopping & markets
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260825T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260825T160000
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SUMMARY:Knitting & Crochet Club by Carya Village Commons
DESCRIPTION:A vibrant weekly club meant for both first-time fabric artists and veterans.  \nBring your project and chat with out knitters and crocheters\, or join us for an introductory lesson! \nWho We Are  \nCarya 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.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/f-trxz7yk1f-knitting-and-crochet-club-by-carya-village-commons/2026-08-25/
LOCATION:Carya Village Commons\, 610 8 Avenue Southeast\, Calgary\, Ab\, T2G 5B4
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260825T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260825T200000
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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/2026-08-25/
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/Edmonton:20260825T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260825T210000
DTSTAMP:20260709T000550Z
CREATED:20260709T000549Z
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SUMMARY:Charles Haycock
DESCRIPTION:Charles Haycock is a unique comedian in many ways. Whereas most good comics command an audience’s attention by being larger than life\, Charles drops all the pretense and offers a quirky\, playful style that makes the crowd WANT to listen. His humour is subtle\, yet uproariously funny. Charles branches off in unexpected directions and is gifted enough that the odd jokes that MISS are often as amusing as the ones that hit. He embodies the old saying that “a good comedian says funny things\, but a great comedian says things funny”\, which is why he has been turning heads since taking to the stage in 2012. Charles has appeared on TV tapings for the 2018 Winnipeg Comedy Festival and the 2017 Halifax Comedy Festival. He was featured at the 2017 Sudbury Comedy Festival\, the 2016 Kamloops Komedy Festival\, Nextfest 2015 and the 2015 Global Visions Film Festival. He’s opened for international touring stars like Alonzo Bodden and Bryan Callen. He also happens to be a world-class yo-yo performer.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/s8bscxvrmd-charles-haycock/
LOCATION:Comedy Cave\, 1020 8 Ave SW\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T2P 1J2
CATEGORIES:Comedy
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260826
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260827
DTSTAMP:20260704T000116Z
CREATED:20260704T000115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260704T000116Z
UID:10005452-1787702400-1787788799@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:Get Ready for the Ultimate Summer Challenge!
DESCRIPTION:The Challenge is simple — read every day this summer. \nEveryone 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. \nFrom July 1 to August 31\, read\, attend programs\, explore new stories\, and have fun at the Library as part of the Ultimate Summer Challenge. \nRegistration opens June 15.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/qvvonebdk-get-ready-for-the-ultimate-summer-challenge/2026-08-26/
LOCATION:Calgary Public Library – Central\, 800 3 St Se\, Calgary\, T2G 2E7
CATEGORIES:Education,Family-friendly
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260827
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260828
DTSTAMP:20260704T000116Z
CREATED:20260704T000115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260704T000116Z
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SUMMARY:Get Ready for the Ultimate Summer Challenge!
DESCRIPTION:The Challenge is simple — read every day this summer. \nEveryone 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. \nFrom July 1 to August 31\, read\, attend programs\, explore new stories\, and have fun at the Library as part of the Ultimate Summer Challenge. \nRegistration opens June 15.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/qvvonebdk-get-ready-for-the-ultimate-summer-challenge/2026-08-27/
LOCATION:Calgary Public Library – Central\, 800 3 St Se\, Calgary\, T2G 2E7
CATEGORIES:Education,Family-friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260827T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260827T124500
DTSTAMP:20260707T000517Z
CREATED:20260704T000431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T000517Z
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SUMMARY:Beyond the History Books: Exploring Stories of the Land
DESCRIPTION:Explore stories carried by the rivers\, rooted in the plants\, and uncovered through archaeology. Learn how Indigenous Peoples\, the original stewards of the land\, lived and prospered at this important gathering place\, and how the arrival of the North-West Mounted Police in 1875 changed everything. \nThrough a guided storytelling tour\, teachings with an Indigenous Knowledge Keeper and an exclusive tour of The Confluence archaeological collection\, you’ll discover the complex and many histories of the site that became known to many as Fort Calgary. You’ll also gain insight into Indigenous ways of knowing and how The Confluence is working to tell a more complete story of the past\, present\, and future of the land.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/omcoey4j_-beyond-the-history-books-exploring-stories-of-the-land/2026-08-27/
LOCATION:The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland\, 750 9 Avenue Southeast\, Calgary\, Ab\, T2G 5E1
CATEGORIES:Museums, galleries & exhibitions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260827T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260827T200000
DTSTAMP:20260630T000014Z
CREATED:20260604T154036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T000014Z
UID:10004014-1787853600-1787860800@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/2026-08-27/
LOCATION:Century Gardens Basketball Courts\, 826 8 Ave Sw\, Calgary\, T2P 1H7
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Free,Sports & fitness
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260828
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260829
DTSTAMP:20260704T000116Z
CREATED:20260704T000115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260704T000116Z
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SUMMARY:Get Ready for the Ultimate Summer Challenge!
DESCRIPTION:The Challenge is simple — read every day this summer. \nEveryone 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. \nFrom July 1 to August 31\, read\, attend programs\, explore new stories\, and have fun at the Library as part of the Ultimate Summer Challenge. \nRegistration opens June 15.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/qvvonebdk-get-ready-for-the-ultimate-summer-challenge/2026-08-28/
LOCATION:Calgary Public Library – Central\, 800 3 St Se\, Calgary\, T2G 2E7
CATEGORIES:Education,Family-friendly
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260828
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260829
DTSTAMP:20260709T000552Z
CREATED:20260709T000552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T000552Z
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SUMMARY:Great Outdoors Comedy Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Great Outdoors Comedy Festival is a no minors event (18+ in Alberta) – including infants/babies. Get ready to laugh under the open sky! Join us as we showcase an incredible lineup of comedic talent—ranging from local gems to superstar headliners—all in the stunning backdrop of our beloved parks and communities across the nation. Come for the jokes\, stay for the scenery\, and let the good times roll!
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/hz-8zms5_-great-outdoors-comedy-festival/2026-08-28/
LOCATION:Prince’s Island Park\, Calgary\, Alberta
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Festivals & events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260829
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260830
DTSTAMP:20260704T000116Z
CREATED:20260704T000115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260704T000116Z
UID:10005455-1787961600-1788047999@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:Get Ready for the Ultimate Summer Challenge!
DESCRIPTION:The Challenge is simple — read every day this summer. \nEveryone 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. \nFrom July 1 to August 31\, read\, attend programs\, explore new stories\, and have fun at the Library as part of the Ultimate Summer Challenge. \nRegistration opens June 15.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/qvvonebdk-get-ready-for-the-ultimate-summer-challenge/2026-08-29/
LOCATION:Calgary Public Library – Central\, 800 3 St Se\, Calgary\, T2G 2E7
CATEGORIES:Education,Family-friendly
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260829
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260830
DTSTAMP:20260709T000552Z
CREATED:20260709T000552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T000552Z
UID:10006441-1787961600-1788047999@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:Great Outdoors Comedy Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Great Outdoors Comedy Festival is a no minors event (18+ in Alberta) – including infants/babies. Get ready to laugh under the open sky! Join us as we showcase an incredible lineup of comedic talent—ranging from local gems to superstar headliners—all in the stunning backdrop of our beloved parks and communities across the nation. Come for the jokes\, stay for the scenery\, and let the good times roll!
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/hz-8zms5_-great-outdoors-comedy-festival/2026-08-29/
LOCATION:Prince’s Island Park\, Calgary\, Alberta
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Festivals & events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260829T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260829T163000
DTSTAMP:20260707T000105Z
CREATED:20260630T000140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T000105Z
UID:10005109-1788012000-1788021000@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/2026-08-29/
LOCATION:Studio Bell\, 850 4 St SE\, Calgary\, Ab\, T2G 0L8
CATEGORIES:Music & concerts,Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260830
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260831
DTSTAMP:20260629T172102Z
CREATED:20260608T152459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T172102Z
UID:10004318-1788048000-1788134399@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/2026-08-30/
LOCATION:Peace Park\, 2 Ave SW\, Calgary\, T2P
CATEGORIES:Education,Family-friendly,Free,Sports & fitness
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260830
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260831
DTSTAMP:20260629T172104Z
CREATED:20260608T152502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T172104Z
UID:10004326-1788048000-1788134399@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:Soccer City FC – Presented by Cavalry FC & Suncor
DESCRIPTION:Free youth soccer is taking over Peace Park this summer\, bringing high‑energy\, high‑quality programming right to the heart of downtown. Whether a child or teen is trying soccer for the first time or building on their skills\, these free clinics offer a fun\, positive\, and accessible way to stay active and connected all summer long. \nDelivered in partnership with The City of Calgary\, 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 receive top‑tier instruction at no cost while learning from the pros\, building confidence\, and experiencing the joy of the game in the heat of the city. \nWhen: June 7 – September 20\, most Sundays Who: Youth ages 8–17 Where: Peace Park (2 Avenue & 8 Street SW) Weather: Clinics may be cancelled if conditions are unsafe
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/zgmjwhwd-soccer-city-fc-presented-by-cavalry-fc-and-suncor/2026-08-30/
LOCATION:Peace Park\, 2 Ave SW\, Calgary\, T2P
CATEGORIES:Education,Family-friendly,Free,Sports & fitness
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260830
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260831
DTSTAMP:20260704T000116Z
CREATED:20260704T000115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260704T000116Z
UID:10005456-1788048000-1788134399@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:Get Ready for the Ultimate Summer Challenge!
DESCRIPTION:The Challenge is simple — read every day this summer. \nEveryone 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. \nFrom July 1 to August 31\, read\, attend programs\, explore new stories\, and have fun at the Library as part of the Ultimate Summer Challenge. \nRegistration opens June 15.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/qvvonebdk-get-ready-for-the-ultimate-summer-challenge/2026-08-30/
LOCATION:Calgary Public Library – Central\, 800 3 St Se\, Calgary\, T2G 2E7
CATEGORIES:Education,Family-friendly
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260830
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260831
DTSTAMP:20260709T000552Z
CREATED:20260709T000552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T000552Z
UID:10006442-1788048000-1788134399@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:Great Outdoors Comedy Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Great Outdoors Comedy Festival is a no minors event (18+ in Alberta) – including infants/babies. Get ready to laugh under the open sky! Join us as we showcase an incredible lineup of comedic talent—ranging from local gems to superstar headliners—all in the stunning backdrop of our beloved parks and communities across the nation. Come for the jokes\, stay for the scenery\, and let the good times roll!
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/hz-8zms5_-great-outdoors-comedy-festival/2026-08-30/
LOCATION:Prince’s Island Park\, Calgary\, Alberta
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Festivals & events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260830T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260830T093000
DTSTAMP:20260708T000445Z
CREATED:20260708T000444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T000445Z
UID:10006294-1788075000-1788082200@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:Red Panda Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:Get red-y to start your day with a hearty pancake breakfast\, fresh fruit\, and other buffet favourites while learning about our beloved red pandas. Your ticket includes exclusive early zoo access\, a delicious breakfast\, an engaging interpretive talk\, and a private viewing of our red pandas in their newly redeveloped Asian Highlands habitat. Perfect for families and little ones of all ages\, you’ll discover fascinating facts about red pandas\, their unique adaptations\, and the efforts conserving this beautiful species. \n \nWhere: Kitamba Café and Asian Highlands \n \nTime: 7:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. \n \n7:15 a.m. – Guests may begin to arrive at the North Entrance and proceed to Kitamba Café \n7:30 a.m. – Red Panda Breakfast begins \n8:00 a.m. – Red panda interpretive presentation from Conservation Education begins \n8:30 a.m. – Guests proceed to Asian Highlands for an exclusive viewing of red pandas \n8:45 a.m. – Early access to Asian Highlands with a special red panda enrichment \n9:30 a.m. – Red Panda Breakfast concludes
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/pjdd-h7aye-red-panda-breakfast/2026-08-30/
LOCATION:Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo\, 210 St. George's Drive Ne\, Calgary\, T2E 7V6
CATEGORIES:Education,Family-friendly,Food & drink
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260830T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260830T235959
DTSTAMP:20260629T172038Z
CREATED:20260528T143736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T172038Z
UID:10003647-1788080400-1788134399@exploredowntownyyc.com
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-12156/
LOCATION:Calgary Zoo\, 1300 Zoo Rd Ne\, Calgary\, T2E 7V6
CATEGORIES:Festivals & events,Food & drink
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260830T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260830T193000
DTSTAMP:20260709T000256Z
CREATED:20260709T000256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T000256Z
UID:10006375-1788114600-1788118200@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:Candlelight: Ed Sheeran & Coldplay
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 Ed Sheeran and Coldplay at Studio Bell\, home of the National Music Centre\, under the gentle glow of candlelight. \nTentative Program  \n\n\n\nColdplay – Clocks \nColdplay – Something Just Like This \nEd Sheeran – Bad Habits \nColdplay – Adventure of a Lifetime \nColdplay – Fix You \nEd Sheeran – Photograph \nColdplay – The Scientist \nColdplay – Feelslikeimfallinginlove \nEd Sheeran – Shivers \nEd Sheeran – Perfect \nColdplay – Viva la Vida \nEd Sheeran – Give Me Love \nColdplay – Sky Full of Stars \n\n\n\nPerformers \n\n\nString Quartet: 2 violins\, 1 viola and 1 cello
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/ro3jp6euf-candlelight-ed-sheeran-and-coldplay-occ-17405/
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:20260831
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260901
DTSTAMP:20260704T000116Z
CREATED:20260704T000115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260704T000116Z
UID:10005457-1788134400-1788220799@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:Get Ready for the Ultimate Summer Challenge!
DESCRIPTION:The Challenge is simple — read every day this summer. \nEveryone 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. \nFrom July 1 to August 31\, read\, attend programs\, explore new stories\, and have fun at the Library as part of the Ultimate Summer Challenge. \nRegistration opens June 15.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/qvvonebdk-get-ready-for-the-ultimate-summer-challenge/2026-08-31/
LOCATION:Calgary Public Library – Central\, 800 3 St Se\, Calgary\, T2G 2E7
CATEGORIES:Education,Family-friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260831T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260831T213000
DTSTAMP:20260709T000301Z
CREATED:20260709T000300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T000301Z
UID:10006379-1788199200-1788211800@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:The Variety Show with David Lavoie
DESCRIPTION: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.  \n6 and 8p.m. sets\, no cover\, https://www.itsbusinessandpleasure.com/ to book your spot.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/kqqdepout-the-variety-show-with-david-lavoie/2026-08-31/
LOCATION:Business & Pleasure\, 1327b 9th Ave Se\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T2G 0T2
CATEGORIES:Music & concerts
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260901
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260902
DTSTAMP:20260709T000602Z
CREATED:20260709T000601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T000602Z
UID:10006443-1788220800-1788307199@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:Party in the Park
DESCRIPTION:An all-ages\, pet-friendly outdoor celebration each September at Lougheed House. Enjoy live music\, food and drink\, lawn games\, local vendors\, and end-of-summer vibes in one of Calgary’s most beautiful green spaces. Free to attend and open to everyone.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/7_irouopeo-party-in-the-park/
LOCATION:Lougheed House\, 707 13 Avenue Sw\, Calgary\, Ab\, T2R0K8
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Festivals & events,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260901T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260901T130000
DTSTAMP:20260707T000014Z
CREATED:20260701T000212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T000014Z
UID:10005389-1788260400-1788267600@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:East Village Public Art Experience
DESCRIPTION:Discover the artistic gems of the East Village through a guided walking experience that brings public art to life. Explore a curated selection of vibrant works while uncovering the stories\, meaning\, and local context behind each piece. The experience concludes with a hands-on opportunity to create your own public art on The Confluence’s free graffiti wall\, with all supplies provided.  \nThe walking tour covers approximately 3 to 4 km and takes 1.5 hours. Please wear comfortable\, closed-toe footwear. Following the walk\, guests will have the opportunity to contribute to public art.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/hemz28ady-east-village-public-art-experience/2026-09-01/
LOCATION:The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland\, 750 9 Avenue Southeast\, Calgary\, Ab\, T2G 5E1
CATEGORIES:Museums, galleries & exhibitions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260901T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260901T160000
DTSTAMP:20260709T000022Z
CREATED:20260708T000118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T000022Z
UID:10005962-1788271200-1788278400@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:Knitting & Crochet Club by Carya Village Commons
DESCRIPTION:A vibrant weekly club meant for both first-time fabric artists and veterans.  \nBring your project and chat with out knitters and crocheters\, or join us for an introductory lesson! \nWho We Are  \nCarya 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.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/f-trxz7yk1f-knitting-and-crochet-club-by-carya-village-commons/2026-09-01/
LOCATION:Carya Village Commons\, 610 8 Avenue Southeast\, Calgary\, Ab\, T2G 5B4
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260901T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260901T200000
DTSTAMP:20260630T000014Z
CREATED:20260604T154036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T000014Z
UID:10004015-1788285600-1788292800@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/2026-09-01/
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/Edmonton:20260901T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260901T210000
DTSTAMP:20260709T000604Z
CREATED:20260709T000604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T000604Z
UID:10006444-1788291000-1788296400@exploredowntownyyc.com
SUMMARY:Mike Earley
DESCRIPTION:Born at a very young age\, Mike Earley has made some noteworthy progress since those early days. Growing up in Minnesota\, he was born in St. Paul\, eventually moving to the suburb of Woodbury. Mike was a quiet kid in school depending on who you ask\, but if you ask me\, he was quiet. Given his introverted characteristics\, when it came time to speak in front of the class\, his natural gift to make people laugh came out. Although these engagements were few and far between\, they were the initial experiences that prompted him into standup comedy.Since his first performance in 2009\, he has been writing and performing comedy for over a decade. With an experience that spans a spectrum of clubs\, theaters\, colleges\, bars\, organizations\, corporate events\, and the grand opening of a Woman’s Fitness Center\, Mike has entertained audiences of all backgrounds\, finding only the occasional need to shock and disgust crowds for effect. Mike has become a prominent talent on both the national comedy club circuit and digitally after achieving viral status with his series of videos about framing houses. He can be seen regularly at the Comedy Cellar in NYC where he currently is based out of and at Acme Comedy Club in his home state of Minnesota.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/0yq8etgac-mike-earley/
LOCATION:Comedy Cave\, 1020 8 Ave SW\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T2P 1J2
CATEGORIES:Comedy
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