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With joyful urgency, we have co-imagined and co-designed an experience for curious minds seeking deeper connection to themselves, to one another, and to the world around them, through the inviting and transformative embrace of the arts.Together, we explore the questions we're often afraid to ask, but suspect everyone else is quietly wrestling with too. Think...
Devolver with Penalty and Indigoice at Dickens in Calgary on Thursday, July 30, 2026 at 8 p.m.Doors: 7:00 p.m. Show: 8:00 p.m.Presented by Niightlunch
Indie rock band King of Foxes hits the legendary King Eddy stage on July 30. About King of Foxes: With a wit that’s as disarming as it is charming, King of Foxes crafts songwriter-driven music charged with curiosity, humour, and a refusal to stay in any one lane—recently earning a Rock Artist of the Year...
Let Betty Lou’s jazz band, Redline Trio, take you back to a hot summer night in New Orleans. Every Thursday we meet and reignite the soul of jazz created in the Old Quarter in 1910.We stick to the tradition of improvisation and letting the music take charge – you never know whatyou’re going to get...
Thursday Night Jam Sessions are a welcoming space for musicians, poets, singers and attendees to play non-stop music with one another in an open circle, "living room" setting! Even if you don't jam, we have a variety of art supplies to get crafty during the show.Jam Sessions happen every Thursday night from 7 - 10...
Trial 09 is a high energy prog rock band from Calgary, and the passion project of guitarist/songwriter Max Singh. Drawing inspiration from bands like Dream Theatre, Rush, King Crimson and more, their mission is to blend memorability, technicality, and explosive live energy.Phreqed is a Calgary based band performing 70s style alt rock/funk fusion. The band...
James Reckseidler is the energetic and thoughtful lead singer and co-songwriter for the Calgary rock act reijo as well as a dynamic solo performer and writer. His sweeping melodies and thoughtful, motivating, socially conscious lyrics make James a truly memorable musical experience. His music is inspired by 80's rock and the 60's rock n roll...
Three days for Calgary’s creatives to come together, show off, and enjoy this community we’re building. This is a celebration of each and every one of you who make this city worth living in. Expect live music, fashion shows, dance battles, DJs, art galleries and thrift & vendor markets.Join us for Summer Revolution ‘26.
Calgary International Blues Festival celebrates the best in blues with a full week of workshops, concerts and special events, culminating in 4 days & nights of non-stop music on Main Stage at The Confluence. Starring local, regional and international blues artists, Calgary Bluesfest is the largest blues festival west of Ottawa. The family-friendly event features...
Join us for Open Mic hosted by Earl Morgan every Wednesday from 8 PM to 11 PM.
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...
Join us for Open Mic hosted by Earl Morgan every Wednesday from 8 PM to 11 PM.
Every MondayTime: 5:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.Location: Werklund Centre, formerly Arts Commons, 205 8 Ave S.E.Room: Arts Learning CentreAge: 18+Cost: FreeSchedule:5:00-5:30 p.m. - Snack, Chill, Network5:30-6:00 p.m. - Smudge6:00-6:30 p.m. - Mini Workshop6:30-7:30 p.m. - Cypher
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. Tentative Program Coldplay - Clocks Coldplay - Something Just...
With joyful urgency, we have co-imagined and co-designed an experience for curious minds seeking deeper connection to themselves, to one another, and to the world around them, through the inviting and transformative embrace of the arts.Together, we explore the questions we're often afraid to ask, but suspect everyone else is quietly wrestling with too. Think...
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...
Thursday Night Jam Sessions are a welcoming space for musicians, poets, singers and attendees to play non-stop music with one another in an open circle, "living room" setting! Even if you don't jam, we have a variety of art supplies to get crafty during the show.Jam Sessions happen every Thursday night from 7 - 10...
Every MondayTime: 5:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.Location: Werklund Centre, formerly Arts Commons, 205 8 Ave S.E.Room: Arts Learning CentreAge: 18+Cost: FreeSchedule:5:00-5:30 p.m. - Snack, Chill, Network5:30-6:00 p.m. - Smudge6:00-6:30 p.m. - Mini Workshop6:30-7:30 p.m. - Cypher
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...
Thursday Night Jam Sessions are a welcoming space for musicians, poets, singers and attendees to play non-stop music with one another in an open circle, "living room" setting! Even if you don't jam, we have a variety of art supplies to get crafty during the show.Jam Sessions happen every Thursday night from 7 - 10...
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...
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...
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