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Bambara ft. Pøltergeist, Thespian and Eye of NewtWhere: Palomino Smokehouse and Social Club18+ with government issued identificationWhen: Sunday September 21, 2026Doors: 8:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.Admission: $28.00On Sale: Fri, June 19th 10:00 a.m.NO JERK POLICY ALWAYS IN EFFECT!
Sisterhood, spells, and ‘midnight’ margaritas - Practical Magic is taking over The GRAND for one enchanting night! Gather your best witches for this cult-favourite filled with charm, chaos, and a little heartache ahead of the 2nd movie launching later in the month.We’ll have drinks, delicious snacks, and all the magical vibes to make your evening...
Burial of This Order brings together three works by Jane Jin Kaisen that underscore her ongoing interest in ritual, collectivity, capitalist critique, and the possibilities of social and political transgressions.The exhibition centres on Kaisen’s titular video installation (2022), through which the audience is invited to follow a funerary procession gathered to ceremoniously bury a world...
Newzones is thrilled to present Off the Beaten Path, an upcoming solo exhibition of new work by Albertan contemporary artist Samantha Walrod.Off the Beaten Path considers how humans view and interact with wildlife in the Canadian wilderness from a “close” distance. Motorists and hikers observe animals from cars and trails while the animals watch in...
YYC DataCon 2026 brings together practitioners, leaders, and builders working with data in the real-world.As data systems increasingly shape decision-making across organizations and society, the work behind them carries real responsibility. From analytics and machine-learning to data platforms and governance, the choices made by data teams have lasting impact on people, products, and outcomes.This year’s...
Globe Cinema Presents: Blade Runner: The Final Cut (2007)In a cyberpunk vision of the future, man has developed the technology to create replicants - humanoid androids with short, fixed lifespans - which are illegal on Earth, but are used in the off-world colonies. In Los Angeles, California, 2019, Deckard is a "blade runner", a cop...
Adam Ruby is a dynamic and vibrant comedian who knows how to light up the stage with his infectious energy and interactive style. As a finalist of the 2016 Yuk and comers contest, Adam continues to make waves in the comedy scene with his sharp observations of everyday life, relatable anecdotes, and hilarious takes on...
Enjoy an evening blending live piano and digital performances.Using Steinway & Sons Spirio player piano technology, Winston Choi, Jon Kimura Parker, and Carter Johnson perform live alongside their own pre-recorded performance, creating layered musical dialogues where past and present coexist and voices multiply. This showcase of artists sharing the stage with their past selves is...
6 p.m.Pre-Concert ChatTopic: Programming and curation for artists on their journey to becoming Complete ArtistsSpeakers: Winston Choi, Jon Kimura Parker, and Élisabeth Pion7 p.m.ConcertEnjoy an evening blending live piano and digital performances. Using Steinway & Sons Spirio player piano technology, Winston Choi, Jon Kimura Parker, and Carter Johnson perform live alongside their own pre-recorded performance,...
Iguana Death Cult (The Netherlands), Hot Garbage (Toronto), Ancient Greece (Toronto), Still Depths (Vancouver)Where: Palomino Smokehouse and Social Club18+ with government issued identificationWhen: Thursday September 10, 2026Doors: 7:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.Admission: $28.00On Sale: Fri, June 19th 10:00 a.m.NO JERK POLICY ALWAYS IN EFFECT!
Post punk and synthesizers to the front as Wants, Theo Vandenhoff (Tor), Ghost Twin (Win), and Vanden Dool take over Dickens.
Step into the shadows of one of Calgary’s older neighbourhoods on this chilling walking tour through the East Village.Discover the untold stories behind the city's original red light district, where brothels, bootleggers, backroom deals and riots once shaped the streets. As we explore hidden corners, you'll hear tales of vice, scandal and conflict that reveal...
Téa Mutonji’s conversation with Joshua Whitehead was one of the standouts of our 25@25 online anniversary shows in 2020. So we’re thrilled to (finally!) be presenting her in person to celebrate My Person, her debut novel, in conversation with Paula Turcotte. This special show will be preceded at 6PM with an exclusive preview of Wordfest’s...
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