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SUMMARY:Calgary Fringe Theatre Festival
DESCRIPTION:Calgary’s favourite summer theatre festival is back! The Calgary Fringe Theatre Festival unfolds over nine vibrant days beginning on the Friday of the August long weekend\, showcasing performers from around the world. All the acts are selected by random draw or by first come\, first served basis with 100% of the ticket price (excluding taxes and ticketing surcharges) goes directly back to the artists. Anything Goes Theatre at its finest! \n \nAudiences can choose their own Fringe adventure with a wide range of live indoor theatre productions\, each crafted to surprise\, inspire\, and entertain. \n \nAfter the final curtain each day\, special events and activities keep the energy soaring\, offering even more chances to connect and celebrate. \n \nFor those who prefer to enjoy the shows from home\, recordings of live performances are available mid-run of the Festival for on demand viewing\, making it easy to experience the Fringe on any schedule. \n \nOn July 1\, head over to our website for full show details and ticket bookings.
URL:https://calgarydt-seeker.paperleaftest.com/event-calendar/ggnut6oaab-calgary-fringe-theatre-festival/2026-08-02/
LOCATION:Calgary\, Calgary
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Festivals & events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Calgary Fringe":MAILTO:info@calgaryfringe.ca
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DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260802T213000
DTSTAMP:20260723T221551
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T000457Z
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SUMMARY:Calgary International Blues Festival
DESCRIPTION: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.  \nThe family-friendly event features a colourful arts market\, craft beer and beverages with a site wide liquor license\, delicious cuisine by local food trucks\, festival souvenirs and treasures\, artists’ music\, autographs & more! Start the week off with free events including our kickoff bash\, workshops\, the Walk Through Blues History and Blues at Noon.
URL:https://calgarydt-seeker.paperleaftest.com/event-calendar/08mrssmb0-calgary-international-blues-festival/2026-08-02/
LOCATION:The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland\, 750 9th Ave SE\, Calgary\, Ab\, T2G 5E1
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Festivals & events,Music & concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260802T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260802T235959
DTSTAMP:20260723T221551
CREATED:20260608T152236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260608T152822Z
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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://calgarydt-seeker.paperleaftest.com/event-calendar/b9osvkt97t-sunday-safari-brunch-occ-12160/
LOCATION:Calgary Zoo\, 1300 Zoo Rd Ne\, Calgary\, T2E 7V6
CATEGORIES:Festivals & events,Food & drink
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260802T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260802T200000
DTSTAMP:20260723T221551
CREATED:20260708T000542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T000542Z
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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.  \n\nJuly 30\, 31\, August 1\, 2\, & 3 2026. We run 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily except for holiday Monday 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. \n\nDiscover Calgary’s global cuisines from a mix of unique restaurants and beverage companies. \n\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. \n\nAnd\, shop at some of the most interesting marketplace vendors in the city. \n\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.\n\n Pets allowed on a leash.
URL:https://calgarydt-seeker.paperleaftest.com/event-calendar/ls-fizreic-taste-of-calgary/2026-08-02/
LOCATION:Cowboys Park (formerly Shaw Millennium)\, 1220 9th Ave SW\, Calgary\, Ab\, T2G 4A3
CATEGORIES:Festivals & events,Food & drink,Shopping & markets
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DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260802T220000
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CREATED:20260714T000044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T000013Z
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SUMMARY:River Hall YYC
DESCRIPTION:River Hall YYC \n  \n ☀️ Free open air community events\nalong the Bow River \n🎶 Entertainment •\nActivities • Wellness & more!\n💫\nFamily + Dog friendly 🐾 \n📍 Lot 6\, 311 8 ST SW \n\n\n \nHours \n✨ Thursdays & Fridays:\n5–10 PM \n✨ Saturdays & Sundays:\n11 AM–10 PM  \n  \nEnjoy the best of summer at River Hall with vibrant events\,\nlocal talent\, vendors\, and plenty of opportunities to connect\, relax\, and have\nfun! \n \nWhether you’re looking for a fun weekend outing\, a perfect\ndate spot\, or simply somewhere to soak up the sunshine\, there’s plenty of room\nto hang out and make the most of the season.
URL:https://calgarydt-seeker.paperleaftest.com/event-calendar/jlonuucxim-river-hall-yyc/2026-08-02/
LOCATION:311 8 Street SW\, 311 8 Street Sw\, Calgary
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Festivals & events,Free
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260803
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260804
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CREATED:20260708T000553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T000553Z
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SUMMARY:Calgary Fringe Theatre Festival
DESCRIPTION:Calgary’s favourite summer theatre festival is back! The Calgary Fringe Theatre Festival unfolds over nine vibrant days beginning on the Friday of the August long weekend\, showcasing performers from around the world. All the acts are selected by random draw or by first come\, first served basis with 100% of the ticket price (excluding taxes and ticketing surcharges) goes directly back to the artists. Anything Goes Theatre at its finest! \n \nAudiences can choose their own Fringe adventure with a wide range of live indoor theatre productions\, each crafted to surprise\, inspire\, and entertain. \n \nAfter the final curtain each day\, special events and activities keep the energy soaring\, offering even more chances to connect and celebrate. \n \nFor those who prefer to enjoy the shows from home\, recordings of live performances are available mid-run of the Festival for on demand viewing\, making it easy to experience the Fringe on any schedule. \n \nOn July 1\, head over to our website for full show details and ticket bookings.
URL:https://calgarydt-seeker.paperleaftest.com/event-calendar/ggnut6oaab-calgary-fringe-theatre-festival/2026-08-03/
LOCATION:Calgary\, Calgary
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Festivals & events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Calgary Fringe":MAILTO:info@calgaryfringe.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260803
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260804
DTSTAMP:20260723T221551
CREATED:20260718T000559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260718T000600Z
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SUMMARY:2026 BUMP Festival
DESCRIPTION:BUMP 2026 HAS LANDED \nOf Simmering\, and the Surge \nWhat began in 2017 as a mural festival has grown into one of Canada’s most ambitious public art organizations\, transforming Calgary into an open-air gallery while expanding into sculpture\, music\, film\, education\, conferences\, and year-round cultural programming. As we celebrate this milestone year\, we remain committed to a simple belief: BUMP is for the people. \nThis year’s theme\, Of Simmering\, and the Surge\, asks us to consider how change takes form\, both slowly and explosively. How do we respond to the forces that shape our world\, at both the intimate and systemic level? What are the ideas\, noise\, gestures\, and resistances that gather in the margins\, in undergrounds\, in small rooms\, in fleeting conversations? And how do these moments accumulate\, building pressure until they break through into the larger public sphere? \nThroughout August and beyond\, you’ll encounter an extraordinary collection of local\, national\, and international artists creating new public works across Calgary. From large-scale murals to the inaugural BUMP Public Sculpture Program\, this year’s festival asks how public art can become more than something we simply look at. How can it become a portal into new ways of thinking\, gathering\, and imagining our shared future? \nFor the first time in BUMP’s history\, we’ve invited guest curators to help shape the artistic direction of the festival. We are honoured to welcome Ken Lum\, one of Canada’s most influential voices in contemporary public art\, Marigold Santos\, whose multidisciplinary practice has profoundly shaped artistic conversations in Calgary and beyond\, and Said Dokins\, an internationally celebrated artist from Mexico City whose work examines language\, memory\, and public space. They have assembled a remarkable group of artists whose practices reflect the diversity\, complexity\, and ambition of contemporary public art today. \nThis year also marks the third BUMP Urban Art Conference\, taking place August 13-15 at Contemporary Calgary. Over three days\, artists\, writers\, musicians\, journalists\, architects\, curators\, and cultural leaders from around the world will come together to explore the ideas shaping public life today. Through keynote talks\, panel discussions\, and conversations\, the conference extends the questions raised on our walls into broader discussions about cities\, culture\, identity\, ecology\, technology\, and the future of public space. \nWhether you’re discovering BUMP for the first time or have been with us since the beginning\, we invite you to experience the city differently this August. \nWe’ll be announcing details for our 2026 Festival Finale in the coming weeks\, along with additional public programming and events taking place throughout the festival. \nThank you for being part of BUMP’s first ten years. We can’t wait to show you what’s next.
URL:https://calgarydt-seeker.paperleaftest.com/event-calendar/kwijhulym4-2026-bump-festival/2026-08-03/
LOCATION:Beltline\, Calgary
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Festivals & events,Free,Museums, galleries & exhibitions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260803T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260803T200000
DTSTAMP:20260723T221551
CREATED:20260708T000542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T000542Z
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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.  \n\nJuly 30\, 31\, August 1\, 2\, & 3 2026. We run 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily except for holiday Monday 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. \n\nDiscover Calgary’s global cuisines from a mix of unique restaurants and beverage companies. \n\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. \n\nAnd\, shop at some of the most interesting marketplace vendors in the city. \n\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.\n\n Pets allowed on a leash.
URL:https://calgarydt-seeker.paperleaftest.com/event-calendar/ls-fizreic-taste-of-calgary/2026-08-03/
LOCATION:Cowboys Park (formerly Shaw Millennium)\, 1220 9th Ave SW\, Calgary\, Ab\, T2G 4A3
CATEGORIES:Festivals & events,Food & drink,Shopping & markets
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260804
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260805
DTSTAMP:20260723T221551
CREATED:20260708T000553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T000553Z
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SUMMARY:Calgary Fringe Theatre Festival
DESCRIPTION:Calgary’s favourite summer theatre festival is back! The Calgary Fringe Theatre Festival unfolds over nine vibrant days beginning on the Friday of the August long weekend\, showcasing performers from around the world. All the acts are selected by random draw or by first come\, first served basis with 100% of the ticket price (excluding taxes and ticketing surcharges) goes directly back to the artists. Anything Goes Theatre at its finest! \n \nAudiences can choose their own Fringe adventure with a wide range of live indoor theatre productions\, each crafted to surprise\, inspire\, and entertain. \n \nAfter the final curtain each day\, special events and activities keep the energy soaring\, offering even more chances to connect and celebrate. \n \nFor those who prefer to enjoy the shows from home\, recordings of live performances are available mid-run of the Festival for on demand viewing\, making it easy to experience the Fringe on any schedule. \n \nOn July 1\, head over to our website for full show details and ticket bookings.
URL:https://calgarydt-seeker.paperleaftest.com/event-calendar/ggnut6oaab-calgary-fringe-theatre-festival/2026-08-04/
LOCATION:Calgary\, Calgary
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Festivals & events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Calgary Fringe":MAILTO:info@calgaryfringe.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260804
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260805
DTSTAMP:20260723T221551
CREATED:20260718T000559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260718T000600Z
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SUMMARY:2026 BUMP Festival
DESCRIPTION:BUMP 2026 HAS LANDED \nOf Simmering\, and the Surge \nWhat began in 2017 as a mural festival has grown into one of Canada’s most ambitious public art organizations\, transforming Calgary into an open-air gallery while expanding into sculpture\, music\, film\, education\, conferences\, and year-round cultural programming. As we celebrate this milestone year\, we remain committed to a simple belief: BUMP is for the people. \nThis year’s theme\, Of Simmering\, and the Surge\, asks us to consider how change takes form\, both slowly and explosively. How do we respond to the forces that shape our world\, at both the intimate and systemic level? What are the ideas\, noise\, gestures\, and resistances that gather in the margins\, in undergrounds\, in small rooms\, in fleeting conversations? And how do these moments accumulate\, building pressure until they break through into the larger public sphere? \nThroughout August and beyond\, you’ll encounter an extraordinary collection of local\, national\, and international artists creating new public works across Calgary. From large-scale murals to the inaugural BUMP Public Sculpture Program\, this year’s festival asks how public art can become more than something we simply look at. How can it become a portal into new ways of thinking\, gathering\, and imagining our shared future? \nFor the first time in BUMP’s history\, we’ve invited guest curators to help shape the artistic direction of the festival. We are honoured to welcome Ken Lum\, one of Canada’s most influential voices in contemporary public art\, Marigold Santos\, whose multidisciplinary practice has profoundly shaped artistic conversations in Calgary and beyond\, and Said Dokins\, an internationally celebrated artist from Mexico City whose work examines language\, memory\, and public space. They have assembled a remarkable group of artists whose practices reflect the diversity\, complexity\, and ambition of contemporary public art today. \nThis year also marks the third BUMP Urban Art Conference\, taking place August 13-15 at Contemporary Calgary. Over three days\, artists\, writers\, musicians\, journalists\, architects\, curators\, and cultural leaders from around the world will come together to explore the ideas shaping public life today. Through keynote talks\, panel discussions\, and conversations\, the conference extends the questions raised on our walls into broader discussions about cities\, culture\, identity\, ecology\, technology\, and the future of public space. \nWhether you’re discovering BUMP for the first time or have been with us since the beginning\, we invite you to experience the city differently this August. \nWe’ll be announcing details for our 2026 Festival Finale in the coming weeks\, along with additional public programming and events taking place throughout the festival. \nThank you for being part of BUMP’s first ten years. We can’t wait to show you what’s next.
URL:https://calgarydt-seeker.paperleaftest.com/event-calendar/kwijhulym4-2026-bump-festival/2026-08-04/
LOCATION:Beltline\, Calgary
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Festivals & events,Free,Museums, galleries & exhibitions
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260805
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260806
DTSTAMP:20260723T221551
CREATED:20260708T000553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T000553Z
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SUMMARY:Calgary Fringe Theatre Festival
DESCRIPTION:Calgary’s favourite summer theatre festival is back! The Calgary Fringe Theatre Festival unfolds over nine vibrant days beginning on the Friday of the August long weekend\, showcasing performers from around the world. All the acts are selected by random draw or by first come\, first served basis with 100% of the ticket price (excluding taxes and ticketing surcharges) goes directly back to the artists. Anything Goes Theatre at its finest! \n \nAudiences can choose their own Fringe adventure with a wide range of live indoor theatre productions\, each crafted to surprise\, inspire\, and entertain. \n \nAfter the final curtain each day\, special events and activities keep the energy soaring\, offering even more chances to connect and celebrate. \n \nFor those who prefer to enjoy the shows from home\, recordings of live performances are available mid-run of the Festival for on demand viewing\, making it easy to experience the Fringe on any schedule. \n \nOn July 1\, head over to our website for full show details and ticket bookings.
URL:https://calgarydt-seeker.paperleaftest.com/event-calendar/ggnut6oaab-calgary-fringe-theatre-festival/2026-08-05/
LOCATION:Calgary\, Calgary
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Festivals & events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Calgary Fringe":MAILTO:info@calgaryfringe.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260805
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260806
DTSTAMP:20260723T221551
CREATED:20260718T000559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260718T000600Z
UID:10007256-1785888000-1785974399@calgarydt-seeker.paperleaftest.com
SUMMARY:2026 BUMP Festival
DESCRIPTION:BUMP 2026 HAS LANDED \nOf Simmering\, and the Surge \nWhat began in 2017 as a mural festival has grown into one of Canada’s most ambitious public art organizations\, transforming Calgary into an open-air gallery while expanding into sculpture\, music\, film\, education\, conferences\, and year-round cultural programming. As we celebrate this milestone year\, we remain committed to a simple belief: BUMP is for the people. \nThis year’s theme\, Of Simmering\, and the Surge\, asks us to consider how change takes form\, both slowly and explosively. How do we respond to the forces that shape our world\, at both the intimate and systemic level? What are the ideas\, noise\, gestures\, and resistances that gather in the margins\, in undergrounds\, in small rooms\, in fleeting conversations? And how do these moments accumulate\, building pressure until they break through into the larger public sphere? \nThroughout August and beyond\, you’ll encounter an extraordinary collection of local\, national\, and international artists creating new public works across Calgary. From large-scale murals to the inaugural BUMP Public Sculpture Program\, this year’s festival asks how public art can become more than something we simply look at. How can it become a portal into new ways of thinking\, gathering\, and imagining our shared future? \nFor the first time in BUMP’s history\, we’ve invited guest curators to help shape the artistic direction of the festival. We are honoured to welcome Ken Lum\, one of Canada’s most influential voices in contemporary public art\, Marigold Santos\, whose multidisciplinary practice has profoundly shaped artistic conversations in Calgary and beyond\, and Said Dokins\, an internationally celebrated artist from Mexico City whose work examines language\, memory\, and public space. They have assembled a remarkable group of artists whose practices reflect the diversity\, complexity\, and ambition of contemporary public art today. \nThis year also marks the third BUMP Urban Art Conference\, taking place August 13-15 at Contemporary Calgary. Over three days\, artists\, writers\, musicians\, journalists\, architects\, curators\, and cultural leaders from around the world will come together to explore the ideas shaping public life today. Through keynote talks\, panel discussions\, and conversations\, the conference extends the questions raised on our walls into broader discussions about cities\, culture\, identity\, ecology\, technology\, and the future of public space. \nWhether you’re discovering BUMP for the first time or have been with us since the beginning\, we invite you to experience the city differently this August. \nWe’ll be announcing details for our 2026 Festival Finale in the coming weeks\, along with additional public programming and events taking place throughout the festival. \nThank you for being part of BUMP’s first ten years. We can’t wait to show you what’s next.
URL:https://calgarydt-seeker.paperleaftest.com/event-calendar/kwijhulym4-2026-bump-festival/2026-08-05/
LOCATION:Beltline\, Calgary
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Festivals & events,Free,Museums, galleries & exhibitions
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260805T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260805T220000
DTSTAMP:20260723T221551
CREATED:20260709T000231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T000231Z
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SUMMARY:Design Week Launch Party
DESCRIPTION:The wait is nearly over. To officially open this year’s festival\, we are gathering at the iconic MONTAUK Sofa showroom for an evening dedicated to connection\, craft and the creative heart of our community. \n‍ \nThis year’s theme\, In Tune\, invites us to look closer at the harmony\, and the occasional beautiful dissonance\, within our urban landscape. It’s about more than just aesthetics; it’s about noticing the subtle rhythms that make Calgary thrive. There is no better place to explore this than within a space defined by craftsmanship and curated comfort. \n‍  \n\nJoin us for a night where the city’s finest designers\, architects\, and visionaries come together to set the tempo for the week ahead. It’s an opportunity to catch up with colleagues\, meet new collaborators\, and immerse yourself in the creative energy that defines our local scene. Expect a sophisticated yet high-energy atmosphere where the conversation is as sharp as the design. \n‍  \n\nWe look forward to seeing you there as we sync up and celebrate what it means to be truly In Tune.
URL:https://calgarydt-seeker.paperleaftest.com/event-calendar/olnrva4uhoh-design-week-launch-party/
LOCATION:Montauk Sofa\, 617 10 Ave Sw\, Calgary\, T2R 0B2
CATEGORIES:Festivals & events,Industry
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260806
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260807
DTSTAMP:20260723T221551
CREATED:20260708T000553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T000553Z
UID:10006479-1785974400-1786060799@calgarydt-seeker.paperleaftest.com
SUMMARY:Calgary Fringe Theatre Festival
DESCRIPTION:Calgary’s favourite summer theatre festival is back! The Calgary Fringe Theatre Festival unfolds over nine vibrant days beginning on the Friday of the August long weekend\, showcasing performers from around the world. All the acts are selected by random draw or by first come\, first served basis with 100% of the ticket price (excluding taxes and ticketing surcharges) goes directly back to the artists. Anything Goes Theatre at its finest! \n \nAudiences can choose their own Fringe adventure with a wide range of live indoor theatre productions\, each crafted to surprise\, inspire\, and entertain. \n \nAfter the final curtain each day\, special events and activities keep the energy soaring\, offering even more chances to connect and celebrate. \n \nFor those who prefer to enjoy the shows from home\, recordings of live performances are available mid-run of the Festival for on demand viewing\, making it easy to experience the Fringe on any schedule. \n \nOn July 1\, head over to our website for full show details and ticket bookings.
URL:https://calgarydt-seeker.paperleaftest.com/event-calendar/ggnut6oaab-calgary-fringe-theatre-festival/2026-08-06/
LOCATION:Calgary\, Calgary
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Festivals & events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Calgary Fringe":MAILTO:info@calgaryfringe.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260806
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260807
DTSTAMP:20260723T221551
CREATED:20260709T000233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T000233Z
UID:10006584-1785974400-1786060799@calgarydt-seeker.paperleaftest.com
SUMMARY:Design Week Calgary 2026
DESCRIPTION:Design Week Calgary is a city-wide festival celebrating the impact of design on everyday life. Featuring talks\, exhibitions\, tours\, workshops\, film screenings\, and community events\, the festival brings together designers\, artists\, businesses\, and the public to explore ideas shaping Calgary’s future. \n \nThis year’s theme\, In Tune\, explores the rhythms of the city around us—its sounds\, spaces\, people\, and everyday experiences. Through diverse programming\, Design Week Calgary examines how design helps us notice what is often overlooked\, revealing new connections between the built world and the lives we lead. \n \nWhat to Expect \n\nTalks and panel discussions with designers\, artists\, architects\, and city builders\nWorkshops and hands-on learning experiences\nExhibitions\, installations\, and public art activations\nFilm screenings and storytelling events\nStudio tours and behind-the-scenes experiences\nNetworking events and community gatherings\nOpportunities to engage with Calgary’s creative industries and cultural leaders
URL:https://calgarydt-seeker.paperleaftest.com/event-calendar/grlb-0s0opf-design-week-calgary-2026/2026-08-06/
LOCATION:Contemporary Calgary\, 701 11 St Sw\, Calgary\, T2P 2C4
CATEGORIES:Education,Festivals & events,Industry
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ORGANIZER;CN="Design Talks Institute (d.talks)":MAILTO:hello@dtalks.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260806
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260807
DTSTAMP:20260723T221551
CREATED:20260718T000559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260718T000600Z
UID:10007257-1785974400-1786060799@calgarydt-seeker.paperleaftest.com
SUMMARY:2026 BUMP Festival
DESCRIPTION:BUMP 2026 HAS LANDED \nOf Simmering\, and the Surge \nWhat began in 2017 as a mural festival has grown into one of Canada’s most ambitious public art organizations\, transforming Calgary into an open-air gallery while expanding into sculpture\, music\, film\, education\, conferences\, and year-round cultural programming. As we celebrate this milestone year\, we remain committed to a simple belief: BUMP is for the people. \nThis year’s theme\, Of Simmering\, and the Surge\, asks us to consider how change takes form\, both slowly and explosively. How do we respond to the forces that shape our world\, at both the intimate and systemic level? What are the ideas\, noise\, gestures\, and resistances that gather in the margins\, in undergrounds\, in small rooms\, in fleeting conversations? And how do these moments accumulate\, building pressure until they break through into the larger public sphere? \nThroughout August and beyond\, you’ll encounter an extraordinary collection of local\, national\, and international artists creating new public works across Calgary. From large-scale murals to the inaugural BUMP Public Sculpture Program\, this year’s festival asks how public art can become more than something we simply look at. How can it become a portal into new ways of thinking\, gathering\, and imagining our shared future? \nFor the first time in BUMP’s history\, we’ve invited guest curators to help shape the artistic direction of the festival. We are honoured to welcome Ken Lum\, one of Canada’s most influential voices in contemporary public art\, Marigold Santos\, whose multidisciplinary practice has profoundly shaped artistic conversations in Calgary and beyond\, and Said Dokins\, an internationally celebrated artist from Mexico City whose work examines language\, memory\, and public space. They have assembled a remarkable group of artists whose practices reflect the diversity\, complexity\, and ambition of contemporary public art today. \nThis year also marks the third BUMP Urban Art Conference\, taking place August 13-15 at Contemporary Calgary. Over three days\, artists\, writers\, musicians\, journalists\, architects\, curators\, and cultural leaders from around the world will come together to explore the ideas shaping public life today. Through keynote talks\, panel discussions\, and conversations\, the conference extends the questions raised on our walls into broader discussions about cities\, culture\, identity\, ecology\, technology\, and the future of public space. \nWhether you’re discovering BUMP for the first time or have been with us since the beginning\, we invite you to experience the city differently this August. \nWe’ll be announcing details for our 2026 Festival Finale in the coming weeks\, along with additional public programming and events taking place throughout the festival. \nThank you for being part of BUMP’s first ten years. We can’t wait to show you what’s next.
URL:https://calgarydt-seeker.paperleaftest.com/event-calendar/kwijhulym4-2026-bump-festival/2026-08-06/
LOCATION:Beltline\, Calgary
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Festivals & events,Free,Museums, galleries & exhibitions
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260806T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260806T220000
DTSTAMP:20260723T221551
CREATED:20260714T000044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T000013Z
UID:10006743-1786014000-1786053600@calgarydt-seeker.paperleaftest.com
SUMMARY:River Hall YYC
DESCRIPTION:River Hall YYC \n  \n ☀️ Free open air community events\nalong the Bow River \n🎶 Entertainment •\nActivities • Wellness & more!\n💫\nFamily + Dog friendly 🐾 \n📍 Lot 6\, 311 8 ST SW \n\n\n \nHours \n✨ Thursdays & Fridays:\n5–10 PM \n✨ Saturdays & Sundays:\n11 AM–10 PM  \n  \nEnjoy the best of summer at River Hall with vibrant events\,\nlocal talent\, vendors\, and plenty of opportunities to connect\, relax\, and have\nfun! \n \nWhether you’re looking for a fun weekend outing\, a perfect\ndate spot\, or simply somewhere to soak up the sunshine\, there’s plenty of room\nto hang out and make the most of the season.
URL:https://calgarydt-seeker.paperleaftest.com/event-calendar/jlonuucxim-river-hall-yyc/2026-08-06/
LOCATION:311 8 Street SW\, 311 8 Street Sw\, Calgary
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Festivals & events,Free
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://calgarydt-seeker.paperleaftest.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/f91e662c-6b10-47d1-9a94-32c26c542552-1400.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260807
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260808
DTSTAMP:20260723T221551
CREATED:20260708T000553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T000553Z
UID:10006480-1786060800-1786147199@calgarydt-seeker.paperleaftest.com
SUMMARY:Calgary Fringe Theatre Festival
DESCRIPTION:Calgary’s favourite summer theatre festival is back! The Calgary Fringe Theatre Festival unfolds over nine vibrant days beginning on the Friday of the August long weekend\, showcasing performers from around the world. All the acts are selected by random draw or by first come\, first served basis with 100% of the ticket price (excluding taxes and ticketing surcharges) goes directly back to the artists. Anything Goes Theatre at its finest! \n \nAudiences can choose their own Fringe adventure with a wide range of live indoor theatre productions\, each crafted to surprise\, inspire\, and entertain. \n \nAfter the final curtain each day\, special events and activities keep the energy soaring\, offering even more chances to connect and celebrate. \n \nFor those who prefer to enjoy the shows from home\, recordings of live performances are available mid-run of the Festival for on demand viewing\, making it easy to experience the Fringe on any schedule. \n \nOn July 1\, head over to our website for full show details and ticket bookings.
URL:https://calgarydt-seeker.paperleaftest.com/event-calendar/ggnut6oaab-calgary-fringe-theatre-festival/2026-08-07/
LOCATION:Calgary\, Calgary
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Festivals & events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Calgary Fringe":MAILTO:info@calgaryfringe.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260807
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260808
DTSTAMP:20260723T221551
CREATED:20260709T000233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T000233Z
UID:10006585-1786060800-1786147199@calgarydt-seeker.paperleaftest.com
SUMMARY:Design Week Calgary 2026
DESCRIPTION:Design Week Calgary is a city-wide festival celebrating the impact of design on everyday life. Featuring talks\, exhibitions\, tours\, workshops\, film screenings\, and community events\, the festival brings together designers\, artists\, businesses\, and the public to explore ideas shaping Calgary’s future. \n \nThis year’s theme\, In Tune\, explores the rhythms of the city around us—its sounds\, spaces\, people\, and everyday experiences. Through diverse programming\, Design Week Calgary examines how design helps us notice what is often overlooked\, revealing new connections between the built world and the lives we lead. \n \nWhat to Expect \n\nTalks and panel discussions with designers\, artists\, architects\, and city builders\nWorkshops and hands-on learning experiences\nExhibitions\, installations\, and public art activations\nFilm screenings and storytelling events\nStudio tours and behind-the-scenes experiences\nNetworking events and community gatherings\nOpportunities to engage with Calgary’s creative industries and cultural leaders
URL:https://calgarydt-seeker.paperleaftest.com/event-calendar/grlb-0s0opf-design-week-calgary-2026/2026-08-07/
LOCATION:Contemporary Calgary\, 701 11 St Sw\, Calgary\, T2P 2C4
CATEGORIES:Education,Festivals & events,Industry
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ORGANIZER;CN="Design Talks Institute (d.talks)":MAILTO:hello@dtalks.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260807
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260808
DTSTAMP:20260723T221551
CREATED:20260718T000559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260718T000600Z
UID:10007258-1786060800-1786147199@calgarydt-seeker.paperleaftest.com
SUMMARY:2026 BUMP Festival
DESCRIPTION:BUMP 2026 HAS LANDED \nOf Simmering\, and the Surge \nWhat began in 2017 as a mural festival has grown into one of Canada’s most ambitious public art organizations\, transforming Calgary into an open-air gallery while expanding into sculpture\, music\, film\, education\, conferences\, and year-round cultural programming. As we celebrate this milestone year\, we remain committed to a simple belief: BUMP is for the people. \nThis year’s theme\, Of Simmering\, and the Surge\, asks us to consider how change takes form\, both slowly and explosively. How do we respond to the forces that shape our world\, at both the intimate and systemic level? What are the ideas\, noise\, gestures\, and resistances that gather in the margins\, in undergrounds\, in small rooms\, in fleeting conversations? And how do these moments accumulate\, building pressure until they break through into the larger public sphere? \nThroughout August and beyond\, you’ll encounter an extraordinary collection of local\, national\, and international artists creating new public works across Calgary. From large-scale murals to the inaugural BUMP Public Sculpture Program\, this year’s festival asks how public art can become more than something we simply look at. How can it become a portal into new ways of thinking\, gathering\, and imagining our shared future? \nFor the first time in BUMP’s history\, we’ve invited guest curators to help shape the artistic direction of the festival. We are honoured to welcome Ken Lum\, one of Canada’s most influential voices in contemporary public art\, Marigold Santos\, whose multidisciplinary practice has profoundly shaped artistic conversations in Calgary and beyond\, and Said Dokins\, an internationally celebrated artist from Mexico City whose work examines language\, memory\, and public space. They have assembled a remarkable group of artists whose practices reflect the diversity\, complexity\, and ambition of contemporary public art today. \nThis year also marks the third BUMP Urban Art Conference\, taking place August 13-15 at Contemporary Calgary. Over three days\, artists\, writers\, musicians\, journalists\, architects\, curators\, and cultural leaders from around the world will come together to explore the ideas shaping public life today. Through keynote talks\, panel discussions\, and conversations\, the conference extends the questions raised on our walls into broader discussions about cities\, culture\, identity\, ecology\, technology\, and the future of public space. \nWhether you’re discovering BUMP for the first time or have been with us since the beginning\, we invite you to experience the city differently this August. \nWe’ll be announcing details for our 2026 Festival Finale in the coming weeks\, along with additional public programming and events taking place throughout the festival. \nThank you for being part of BUMP’s first ten years. We can’t wait to show you what’s next.
URL:https://calgarydt-seeker.paperleaftest.com/event-calendar/kwijhulym4-2026-bump-festival/2026-08-07/
LOCATION:Beltline\, Calgary
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Festivals & events,Free,Museums, galleries & exhibitions
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260807T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260807T220000
DTSTAMP:20260723T221551
CREATED:20260714T000044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T000013Z
UID:10006744-1786100400-1786140000@calgarydt-seeker.paperleaftest.com
SUMMARY:River Hall YYC
DESCRIPTION:River Hall YYC \n  \n ☀️ Free open air community events\nalong the Bow River \n🎶 Entertainment •\nActivities • Wellness & more!\n💫\nFamily + Dog friendly 🐾 \n📍 Lot 6\, 311 8 ST SW \n\n\n \nHours \n✨ Thursdays & Fridays:\n5–10 PM \n✨ Saturdays & Sundays:\n11 AM–10 PM  \n  \nEnjoy the best of summer at River Hall with vibrant events\,\nlocal talent\, vendors\, and plenty of opportunities to connect\, relax\, and have\nfun! \n \nWhether you’re looking for a fun weekend outing\, a perfect\ndate spot\, or simply somewhere to soak up the sunshine\, there’s plenty of room\nto hang out and make the most of the season.
URL:https://calgarydt-seeker.paperleaftest.com/event-calendar/jlonuucxim-river-hall-yyc/2026-08-07/
LOCATION:311 8 Street SW\, 311 8 Street Sw\, Calgary
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Festivals & events,Free
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://calgarydt-seeker.paperleaftest.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/f91e662c-6b10-47d1-9a94-32c26c542552-1400.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260808
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260809
DTSTAMP:20260723T221551
CREATED:20260708T000553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T000553Z
UID:10006481-1786147200-1786233599@calgarydt-seeker.paperleaftest.com
SUMMARY:Calgary Fringe Theatre Festival
DESCRIPTION:Calgary’s favourite summer theatre festival is back! The Calgary Fringe Theatre Festival unfolds over nine vibrant days beginning on the Friday of the August long weekend\, showcasing performers from around the world. All the acts are selected by random draw or by first come\, first served basis with 100% of the ticket price (excluding taxes and ticketing surcharges) goes directly back to the artists. Anything Goes Theatre at its finest! \n \nAudiences can choose their own Fringe adventure with a wide range of live indoor theatre productions\, each crafted to surprise\, inspire\, and entertain. \n \nAfter the final curtain each day\, special events and activities keep the energy soaring\, offering even more chances to connect and celebrate. \n \nFor those who prefer to enjoy the shows from home\, recordings of live performances are available mid-run of the Festival for on demand viewing\, making it easy to experience the Fringe on any schedule. \n \nOn July 1\, head over to our website for full show details and ticket bookings.
URL:https://calgarydt-seeker.paperleaftest.com/event-calendar/ggnut6oaab-calgary-fringe-theatre-festival/2026-08-08/
LOCATION:Calgary\, Calgary
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Festivals & events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://calgarydt-seeker.paperleaftest.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/461810e6-441c-45dc-9849-943e53f81e94-1400.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Calgary Fringe":MAILTO:info@calgaryfringe.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260808
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260809
DTSTAMP:20260723T221551
CREATED:20260709T000233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T000233Z
UID:10006586-1786147200-1786233599@calgarydt-seeker.paperleaftest.com
SUMMARY:Design Week Calgary 2026
DESCRIPTION:Design Week Calgary is a city-wide festival celebrating the impact of design on everyday life. Featuring talks\, exhibitions\, tours\, workshops\, film screenings\, and community events\, the festival brings together designers\, artists\, businesses\, and the public to explore ideas shaping Calgary’s future. \n \nThis year’s theme\, In Tune\, explores the rhythms of the city around us—its sounds\, spaces\, people\, and everyday experiences. Through diverse programming\, Design Week Calgary examines how design helps us notice what is often overlooked\, revealing new connections between the built world and the lives we lead. \n \nWhat to Expect \n\nTalks and panel discussions with designers\, artists\, architects\, and city builders\nWorkshops and hands-on learning experiences\nExhibitions\, installations\, and public art activations\nFilm screenings and storytelling events\nStudio tours and behind-the-scenes experiences\nNetworking events and community gatherings\nOpportunities to engage with Calgary’s creative industries and cultural leaders
URL:https://calgarydt-seeker.paperleaftest.com/event-calendar/grlb-0s0opf-design-week-calgary-2026/2026-08-08/
LOCATION:Contemporary Calgary\, 701 11 St Sw\, Calgary\, T2P 2C4
CATEGORIES:Education,Festivals & events,Industry
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://calgarydt-seeker.paperleaftest.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/2ebe6d7e-e69e-4426-ba68-9ebdb9a888c7-1400.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Design Talks Institute (d.talks)":MAILTO:hello@dtalks.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260808
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260809
DTSTAMP:20260723T221551
CREATED:20260718T000559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260718T000600Z
UID:10007259-1786147200-1786233599@calgarydt-seeker.paperleaftest.com
SUMMARY:2026 BUMP Festival
DESCRIPTION:BUMP 2026 HAS LANDED \nOf Simmering\, and the Surge \nWhat began in 2017 as a mural festival has grown into one of Canada’s most ambitious public art organizations\, transforming Calgary into an open-air gallery while expanding into sculpture\, music\, film\, education\, conferences\, and year-round cultural programming. As we celebrate this milestone year\, we remain committed to a simple belief: BUMP is for the people. \nThis year’s theme\, Of Simmering\, and the Surge\, asks us to consider how change takes form\, both slowly and explosively. How do we respond to the forces that shape our world\, at both the intimate and systemic level? What are the ideas\, noise\, gestures\, and resistances that gather in the margins\, in undergrounds\, in small rooms\, in fleeting conversations? And how do these moments accumulate\, building pressure until they break through into the larger public sphere? \nThroughout August and beyond\, you’ll encounter an extraordinary collection of local\, national\, and international artists creating new public works across Calgary. From large-scale murals to the inaugural BUMP Public Sculpture Program\, this year’s festival asks how public art can become more than something we simply look at. How can it become a portal into new ways of thinking\, gathering\, and imagining our shared future? \nFor the first time in BUMP’s history\, we’ve invited guest curators to help shape the artistic direction of the festival. We are honoured to welcome Ken Lum\, one of Canada’s most influential voices in contemporary public art\, Marigold Santos\, whose multidisciplinary practice has profoundly shaped artistic conversations in Calgary and beyond\, and Said Dokins\, an internationally celebrated artist from Mexico City whose work examines language\, memory\, and public space. They have assembled a remarkable group of artists whose practices reflect the diversity\, complexity\, and ambition of contemporary public art today. \nThis year also marks the third BUMP Urban Art Conference\, taking place August 13-15 at Contemporary Calgary. Over three days\, artists\, writers\, musicians\, journalists\, architects\, curators\, and cultural leaders from around the world will come together to explore the ideas shaping public life today. Through keynote talks\, panel discussions\, and conversations\, the conference extends the questions raised on our walls into broader discussions about cities\, culture\, identity\, ecology\, technology\, and the future of public space. \nWhether you’re discovering BUMP for the first time or have been with us since the beginning\, we invite you to experience the city differently this August. \nWe’ll be announcing details for our 2026 Festival Finale in the coming weeks\, along with additional public programming and events taking place throughout the festival. \nThank you for being part of BUMP’s first ten years. We can’t wait to show you what’s next.
URL:https://calgarydt-seeker.paperleaftest.com/event-calendar/kwijhulym4-2026-bump-festival/2026-08-08/
LOCATION:Beltline\, Calgary
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Festivals & events,Free,Museums, galleries & exhibitions
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260808T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260808T220000
DTSTAMP:20260723T221551
CREATED:20260714T000044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T000013Z
UID:10006745-1786186800-1786226400@calgarydt-seeker.paperleaftest.com
SUMMARY:River Hall YYC
DESCRIPTION:River Hall YYC \n  \n ☀️ Free open air community events\nalong the Bow River \n🎶 Entertainment •\nActivities • Wellness & more!\n💫\nFamily + Dog friendly 🐾 \n📍 Lot 6\, 311 8 ST SW \n\n\n \nHours \n✨ Thursdays & Fridays:\n5–10 PM \n✨ Saturdays & Sundays:\n11 AM–10 PM  \n  \nEnjoy the best of summer at River Hall with vibrant events\,\nlocal talent\, vendors\, and plenty of opportunities to connect\, relax\, and have\nfun! \n \nWhether you’re looking for a fun weekend outing\, a perfect\ndate spot\, or simply somewhere to soak up the sunshine\, there’s plenty of room\nto hang out and make the most of the season.
URL:https://calgarydt-seeker.paperleaftest.com/event-calendar/jlonuucxim-river-hall-yyc/2026-08-08/
LOCATION:311 8 Street SW\, 311 8 Street Sw\, Calgary
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Festivals & events,Free
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://calgarydt-seeker.paperleaftest.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/f91e662c-6b10-47d1-9a94-32c26c542552-1400.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260809
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260810
DTSTAMP:20260723T221551
CREATED:20260718T000559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260718T000600Z
UID:10007260-1786233600-1786319999@calgarydt-seeker.paperleaftest.com
SUMMARY:2026 BUMP Festival
DESCRIPTION:BUMP 2026 HAS LANDED \nOf Simmering\, and the Surge \nWhat began in 2017 as a mural festival has grown into one of Canada’s most ambitious public art organizations\, transforming Calgary into an open-air gallery while expanding into sculpture\, music\, film\, education\, conferences\, and year-round cultural programming. As we celebrate this milestone year\, we remain committed to a simple belief: BUMP is for the people. \nThis year’s theme\, Of Simmering\, and the Surge\, asks us to consider how change takes form\, both slowly and explosively. How do we respond to the forces that shape our world\, at both the intimate and systemic level? What are the ideas\, noise\, gestures\, and resistances that gather in the margins\, in undergrounds\, in small rooms\, in fleeting conversations? And how do these moments accumulate\, building pressure until they break through into the larger public sphere? \nThroughout August and beyond\, you’ll encounter an extraordinary collection of local\, national\, and international artists creating new public works across Calgary. From large-scale murals to the inaugural BUMP Public Sculpture Program\, this year’s festival asks how public art can become more than something we simply look at. How can it become a portal into new ways of thinking\, gathering\, and imagining our shared future? \nFor the first time in BUMP’s history\, we’ve invited guest curators to help shape the artistic direction of the festival. We are honoured to welcome Ken Lum\, one of Canada’s most influential voices in contemporary public art\, Marigold Santos\, whose multidisciplinary practice has profoundly shaped artistic conversations in Calgary and beyond\, and Said Dokins\, an internationally celebrated artist from Mexico City whose work examines language\, memory\, and public space. They have assembled a remarkable group of artists whose practices reflect the diversity\, complexity\, and ambition of contemporary public art today. \nThis year also marks the third BUMP Urban Art Conference\, taking place August 13-15 at Contemporary Calgary. Over three days\, artists\, writers\, musicians\, journalists\, architects\, curators\, and cultural leaders from around the world will come together to explore the ideas shaping public life today. Through keynote talks\, panel discussions\, and conversations\, the conference extends the questions raised on our walls into broader discussions about cities\, culture\, identity\, ecology\, technology\, and the future of public space. \nWhether you’re discovering BUMP for the first time or have been with us since the beginning\, we invite you to experience the city differently this August. \nWe’ll be announcing details for our 2026 Festival Finale in the coming weeks\, along with additional public programming and events taking place throughout the festival. \nThank you for being part of BUMP’s first ten years. We can’t wait to show you what’s next.
URL:https://calgarydt-seeker.paperleaftest.com/event-calendar/kwijhulym4-2026-bump-festival/2026-08-09/
LOCATION:Beltline\, Calgary
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Festivals & events,Free,Museums, galleries & exhibitions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260809T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260809T235959
DTSTAMP:20260723T221551
CREATED:20260608T152237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260608T152823Z
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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://calgarydt-seeker.paperleaftest.com/event-calendar/b9osvkt97t-sunday-safari-brunch-occ-12159/
LOCATION:Calgary Zoo\, 1300 Zoo Rd Ne\, Calgary\, T2E 7V6
CATEGORIES:Festivals & events,Food & drink
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260809T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260809T220000
DTSTAMP:20260723T221551
CREATED:20260714T000044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T000013Z
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SUMMARY:River Hall YYC
DESCRIPTION:River Hall YYC \n  \n ☀️ Free open air community events\nalong the Bow River \n🎶 Entertainment •\nActivities • Wellness & more!\n💫\nFamily + Dog friendly 🐾 \n📍 Lot 6\, 311 8 ST SW \n\n\n \nHours \n✨ Thursdays & Fridays:\n5–10 PM \n✨ Saturdays & Sundays:\n11 AM–10 PM  \n  \nEnjoy the best of summer at River Hall with vibrant events\,\nlocal talent\, vendors\, and plenty of opportunities to connect\, relax\, and have\nfun! \n \nWhether you’re looking for a fun weekend outing\, a perfect\ndate spot\, or simply somewhere to soak up the sunshine\, there’s plenty of room\nto hang out and make the most of the season.
URL:https://calgarydt-seeker.paperleaftest.com/event-calendar/jlonuucxim-river-hall-yyc/2026-08-09/
LOCATION:311 8 Street SW\, 311 8 Street Sw\, Calgary
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Festivals & events,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260809T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260809T200000
DTSTAMP:20260723T221551
CREATED:20260708T000757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T000757Z
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SUMMARY:Country Club
DESCRIPTION:A country fair vibe with festival energy\, this is where the rodeo meets the rave. The wildest party of the summer is set to take over as Canadian festival collective\, Feaster announces the Alberta debut of Country Club- a full-scale country experience unlike any other. \nCelebrating local music\, sips\, and eats in an open-air festival\, guests break out their boots\, buckles\, and bandanas for an unforgettable experience in the Alberta Sun. Music includes country and YeeDM\, including VAVO\, Dazy Duke\, and MC4D.
URL:https://calgarydt-seeker.paperleaftest.com/event-calendar/rqe43-rrzh-country-club/
LOCATION:The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland\, 750 9 Avenue Southeast\, Calgary\, T2G 5E1
CATEGORIES:Festivals & events,Music & concerts
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ORGANIZER;CN="Feaster":MAILTO:paige@wearefeaster.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260810
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260811
DTSTAMP:20260723T221551
CREATED:20260718T000559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260718T000600Z
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SUMMARY:2026 BUMP Festival
DESCRIPTION:BUMP 2026 HAS LANDED \nOf Simmering\, and the Surge \nWhat began in 2017 as a mural festival has grown into one of Canada’s most ambitious public art organizations\, transforming Calgary into an open-air gallery while expanding into sculpture\, music\, film\, education\, conferences\, and year-round cultural programming. As we celebrate this milestone year\, we remain committed to a simple belief: BUMP is for the people. \nThis year’s theme\, Of Simmering\, and the Surge\, asks us to consider how change takes form\, both slowly and explosively. How do we respond to the forces that shape our world\, at both the intimate and systemic level? What are the ideas\, noise\, gestures\, and resistances that gather in the margins\, in undergrounds\, in small rooms\, in fleeting conversations? And how do these moments accumulate\, building pressure until they break through into the larger public sphere? \nThroughout August and beyond\, you’ll encounter an extraordinary collection of local\, national\, and international artists creating new public works across Calgary. From large-scale murals to the inaugural BUMP Public Sculpture Program\, this year’s festival asks how public art can become more than something we simply look at. How can it become a portal into new ways of thinking\, gathering\, and imagining our shared future? \nFor the first time in BUMP’s history\, we’ve invited guest curators to help shape the artistic direction of the festival. We are honoured to welcome Ken Lum\, one of Canada’s most influential voices in contemporary public art\, Marigold Santos\, whose multidisciplinary practice has profoundly shaped artistic conversations in Calgary and beyond\, and Said Dokins\, an internationally celebrated artist from Mexico City whose work examines language\, memory\, and public space. They have assembled a remarkable group of artists whose practices reflect the diversity\, complexity\, and ambition of contemporary public art today. \nThis year also marks the third BUMP Urban Art Conference\, taking place August 13-15 at Contemporary Calgary. Over three days\, artists\, writers\, musicians\, journalists\, architects\, curators\, and cultural leaders from around the world will come together to explore the ideas shaping public life today. Through keynote talks\, panel discussions\, and conversations\, the conference extends the questions raised on our walls into broader discussions about cities\, culture\, identity\, ecology\, technology\, and the future of public space. \nWhether you’re discovering BUMP for the first time or have been with us since the beginning\, we invite you to experience the city differently this August. \nWe’ll be announcing details for our 2026 Festival Finale in the coming weeks\, along with additional public programming and events taking place throughout the festival. \nThank you for being part of BUMP’s first ten years. We can’t wait to show you what’s next.
URL:https://calgarydt-seeker.paperleaftest.com/event-calendar/kwijhulym4-2026-bump-festival/2026-08-10/
LOCATION:Beltline\, Calgary
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Festivals & events,Free,Museums, galleries & exhibitions
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