Join us for a creative night of crafting rolling candles, where imagination and artistry come together in a fun and inspiring atmosphere. Get ready to unleash your inner artist at 201, 610 8 Avenue S.E. Calgary, Alberta, T2G 0M1 on February 12, 2026 at 5:30 PM (Mountain Time). Bring your friends and let's create some...

Debunk myths. Debate opinions. Eat hot dogs. What makes something public art, and when does it cross the line into becoming a monument? Who gets a pedestal or a plaque, and who gets left out of the story altogether? This March, Alexandra Hatcher from the Hatlie Group breaks down the difference between public art and...

Directed by George Cukor | United States | 105 min What is the price and worth of a person if not beauty? George Cukor and Joan Crawford answer this question in A Woman’s Face, a crime film noir drama that showcases Crawford’s dramatic abilities after years of largely mediocre roles. Crawford stars as Anna Holm,...

Child Ticket Age - Under 13 Student Ticket Age - 13-17 Post Secondary Students - Student ID Required Adult Ticket Age - 18 and over

EDMONTON'S AUDREY OCHOA (TROMBONE) IN HER CHRONOGRAPH CD RELEASE PARTY FEATURING CHRIS ANDREW (PIANO), MIKE LENT (BASS), AND JON MAY (DRUMS)

Check out our Amateur Night. The shows can be good, bad or so bad they're great! Uncensored shows. Discretion advised.

A high‑energy, hands‑on competition where participants solve real‑world security challenges in ethical hacking, cryptography, forensics, and more - including interactive physical challenges. Our CTF events are free and open to all, making cybersecurity accessible to students, career‑changers, and professionals while helping participants build the practical skills employers actively look for. As part of SAIT’s Cyber...

Please note: Restaurant level seating does not include reservations in the Saddleroom Restaurant. Reservations can be made no earlier than one month prior to the event. Please call 777-3694 to book your dining reservations.

Enjoy an fun evening of laughs with Sterling Scott and Sunee Dhaliwal at Yuk Yuks, Calgary, the best live comedy club. Uncensored shows. Discretion advised.

Encounter the solemn power of Verdi's soul-stirring Requiem, a thrilling score to which the composer brought the dramatic sensibility of his famous operas. Grammy-winning conductor Karen Kamensek leads the Orchestra, four soloists, and the Calgary Philharmonic Chorus in this towering work of theatrical proportions. Giuseppe Verdi Messa da Requiem Pre-concert chat, 6:35 PMProgram and artists...

Join us Sat, Mar 21 for Carte Blanche as we welcome back Mikey Da Roza, Lasbee (Saskatoon), and Lariss. Free entry before 11 PM with RSVP!

Dive into the world of music technology and explore unique instruments from the National Music Centre’s world-renowned collection. This is your chance to see how music is made and experience one-of-a-kind instruments in action. Step beyond the exhibits as interpreters go behind the glass to demonstrate historic artifacts, revealing the mechanics, sounds, and stories that...

Celebrate Francophone culture and heritage through music at Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre. Admission is free! Join the National Music Centre for a full day of activities to celebrate Canadian and Albertan Francophone culture through songs and stories. With International Francophonie Day falling in March and the Government of Alberta proclaiming 2026...

Take an exclusive tour backstage at Studio Bell and see music come to life in the National Music Centre’s recording studios! Catch a behind-the-scenes glimpse at the working spaces of our world-class recording facilities* and hear the stories behind notable artifacts — spanning 450 years of music innovation and technology — guided by NMC’s talented...

A Wicked Story follows the friendship between Elphaba, a talented young woman who feels set apart because of her green skin, and Glinda, a confident student who loves being admired. The two meet at Shiz, a well‑known school in Oz, where their differences challenge them but ultimately help them grow. This production blends circus and...

Child Ticket Age - Under 13 Student Ticket Age - 13-17 Post Secondary Students - Student ID Required Adult Ticket Age - 18 and over

Come find us at the Co-Op Grape Escape – spring 2026! Two days, 150 different vendors, and tons of delicious samples. See you there.

Let’s GET LOUD for youth mental health!  Join us for this spectacular musical stage show and be inspired by the powerful stories that bring CRESCENDO to life. This one-of-a-kind concert features some of Alberta’s top vocalists, accompanied by a full symphonic orchestra, a rock band and a massive choir. This unforgettable evening will be filled with...

All-vinyl D&B night at Pimlico Bar. Classic cuts, liquid grooves & late-night energy. Free entry, priority bar credit tickets.

Please note: Restaurant level seating does not include reservations in the Saddleroom Restaurant. Reservations can be made no earlier than one month prior to the event. Please call 777-3694 to book your dining reservations.

Please note: Restaurant level seating does not include reservations in the Saddleroom Restaurant. Reservations can be made no earlier than one month prior to the event. Please call 777-3694 to book your dining reservations.

Child Ticket Age - Under 13 Student Ticket Age - 13-17 Post Secondary Students - Student ID Required Adult Ticket Age - 18 and over

General Admission Standing No Minors 18+ Shane Smith & The Saints: Saints VIP Pre-Show Experience Includes: -One (1) General Admission ticket to see Shane Smith & The Saints live -Meet & Greet / photo opportunity with Shane Smith & the Saints -Invitation to a private pre-show performance -One (1) show poster autographed by the band...

Please note: Restaurant level seating does not include reservations in the Saddleroom Restaurant. Reservations can be made no earlier than one month prior to the event. Please call 777-3694 to book your dining reservations.

Join Contemporary Calgary at our drop-in Open Studio Session for 55+ on Wednesdays in April. During this informal art-making drop-in session, participants are invited to bring their own projects along with any art and craft materials they are currently using. This time can be used not only for creating but also for connecting with other...

Our yearly celebration of CBC’s Canada Reads is one of our liveliest showcases and this year, it’s too hot to handle. We couldn’t resist the allure of putting the hockey book—Searching for Terry Punchout penned by Calgary’s Tyler Hellard—in “forced proximity” to the romance read—the debut It’s Different This Time by Emmy Award-winning producer Joss...

Join the Centre for Sexuality, Story Money Impact for a screening of A Place Where I Belong, a film by Rheanna Toy. Facing a system that fails to recognize their full humanity, six 2SLGBTQIA+ people with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities (I/DD) fight for visibility, love, and freedom through Connecting Queer Communities (CQC), a radical program...

Featuring Sean Craig on tenor saxophone, Aaron Shorr on guitar, Chris Tauchner on piano and Jeff Gammon on bass.

Vibez and Things: a night of Dancehall, Reggae & Afrobeats with Erwin & Gummi. Big tunes, heavy bass, good energy, and nonstop dancing

One night only, never to be seen before or again, a new play as Shakespeare would have intended had he lived for another 400 years. Princes and kings, queens and jesters, grave diggers and long lost twins—join this talented cast who have been speaking in iambic pentameter for at least a fortnight as they discover...

We invite families with children up to 12 years old to explore themes in our current exhibitions together through collaborative art-making Families with children 12 years old and younger are invited to are invited to join us at this workshop at Esker Foundation, in which we will be exploring mediums and themes from Alexandre Pépin's...

Embrace creativity and exploration in our Saturday Drop-in Art Making program. This program is offered most Saturdays from 1-5 PM throughout the year. Materials and light instruction are provided, along with rotating themes and activities. Our programs encourage children, youth, and families to connect with modern and contemporary art through enjoyable and interactive creative experiences....

Families with children ages 7-12 are invited to explore themes from our current exhibitions through art making activities Families with children (ages 7 - 12 ONLY due to the higher difficulty of the projects) are invited to join us at this workshop at Esker Foundation, in which we will be exploring mediums and themes from...

Join us for an exciting night with Codefendants and special guests! Enjoy a thrilling performance filled with Punk Metal vibes. Don't miss out on this unforgettable experience!

Join us for one of the most beloved musicals of all time. Directed by Robert Wise, The Sound of Music is a sweeping, heartfelt, and enduring celebration of family, resilience, and the transformative power of song. The story follows Maria, a spirited young woman sent to serve as governess to the seven children of the...

Child Ticket Age - Under 13 Student Ticket Age - 13-17 Post Secondary Students - Student ID Required Adult Ticket Age - 18 and over

A special celebration of Black History month from K-RIZ & THE FAMILY with Andres Mira, Abijah Knight, Craig Davidson, Matt Marlo and more!

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 ABBA at Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre, under the gentle glow of candlelight. Tentative Program - Dancing Queen - SOS - Money, Money,...

Twisted Element presents: Spectacular Saturdays Doors open at 8 p.m. | Drag show starts at 9:30 p.m. Dancing until 3 a.m.   Drag show reservations must be present with seats claimed by 9:15 p.m.Reservations that fail to claim their tables/seats by 9:15 risk their seating being given away. Early arrival is recommended.     

A sultry afternoon of Burlesque & Brunch to kick off your Sunday Funday! Join us on the first Sunday of every month!

COBRAH brings the Torn Tour to The Palace on Sunday, April 5th! Date: Sunday, April 5th, 2026 Doors: 7:00PM 18+ only with valid government issued ID

Sundays Unplugged is your weekly dose of live, anything-can-happen entertainment. Each Sunday features a mix of improv, comedy, and surprise performances—no scripts, no rules, just pure fun and creativity. Join us and see what unfolds when creativity takes the stage—no two Sundays are ever the same.

An ordinary family. A perfect marriage. A wife with a secret. Henrik Ibsen’s theatrical giant of a play still shocks and exhilarates audiences to this day. Join Theatre Calgary for the Canadian premiere of Amy Herzog’s fresh, compact and devastatingly contemporary adaptation that took Broadway by storm.

Join Dr. Gabor Maté as he challenges the notion of what is considered "normal" in our society. Embark on a profound journey into the intricate landscapes of the human mind and soul with renowned physician, speaker, and bestselling author, Dr. Gabor Maté. With compassion and unwavering authenticity, Dr. Maté explores the interconnectedness of mind, body,...

This one-night workshop explores the connection between scent, memory, and emotion through a guided, hands-on experience led by ol.facto Join us on April 8, 2026 at 5:30 PM (Mountain Time) for an evening filled with delightful fragrances and memories. Location: **201, 610 8 Avenue S.E. Calgary, Alberta, T2G 0M1** Get ready to explore a variety...

Join us for Collect & Connect: An Introduction to Art Collecting + Wine Tasting, an engaging evening where you’ll discover insider tips on how to start collecting art from an established professional, while learning about a curated selection of wine from a Certified Sommelier. The night begins with a guided tour of our LOOK26 Art...

Celebrate the enduring songs of Gordon Lightfoot with acclaimed Canadian singer-songwriter Ron Sexsmith. Sexsmith Sings Lightfoot is a heartfelt tribute from one master craftsman to another, featuring beautifully interpreted selections from Lightfoot’s catalogue, alongside personal reflections on the music that helped shape Sexsmith’s own songwriting journey. Join us for a moving night of music, memory,...

Calgary’s own Glenn Dixon, the internationally bestselling author of Juliet’s Answer, returns to Wordfest with his highly anticipated new novel, The Infinite Sadness of Small Appliances, a charming tale — with timely Orwellian overtones—about a sentient Roomba vacuum that sets out to save the humans in her house. Dixon breathes life into an appliance that...

General Admission Standing No Minors 18+

Conductor Enrico Lopez-Yañez leads the Orchestra and an ensemble of vocalists and instrumentalists in this high-octane concert celebrating the music of superstars like Enrique Iglesias, Gloria Estefan, Ricky Martin, Jennifer Lopez, and more. This is a party you don’t want to miss!

Jurassic Park presented by The Grand & Eighty Eight Brewing Co. Jurassic Park 🦖🌴 Directed by Steven Spielberg Rating: PG Come for a night of nostalgia, grab some fresh pizza from Portland Street Pizza and sip on cold, crisp brews from Eighty Eight while we head back to Isla Nublar… Jurassic Park is a groundbreaking,...

Child Ticket Age - Under 13 Student Ticket Age - 13-17 Post Secondary Students - Student ID Required Adult Ticket Age - 18 and over

Get on your feet and let's get loud as your Calgary Phil performs the greatest hits of Latin pop! Conductor Enrico Lopez leads the Orchestra and an ensemble of captivating vocalists and instrumentalists in this high-octane concert celebrating the music of superstars like Enrique Iglesias, Gloria Estefan, Ricky Martin, Jennifer Lopez, and more. This is...

Get on your feet and Let's Get Loud as your Calgary Phil performs the greatest hits of Latin pop! Conductor Enrico Lopez-Yañez leads the Orchestra and an ensemble of vocalists and instrumentalists in this high-octane concert celebrating the music of superstars like Enrique Iglesias, Gloria Estefan, Ricky Martin, Jennifer Lopez, and more. This is a...

Join Artful Adventure to hand-build your new favourite mug! Learn slab-building in this 2-part workshop.

Child Ticket Age - Under 13 Student Ticket Age - 13-17 Post Secondary Students - Student ID Required Adult Ticket Age - 18 and over

Sip rosé or a mocktail and handbuild cute & cheeky clay trinkets. Create, connect, and kick off your Sunday Funday at Canopy Studios

Please note: Restaurant level seating does not include reservations in the Saddleroom Restaurant. Reservations can be made no earlier than one month prior to the event. Please call 777-3694 to book your dining reservations.

Please note: Restaurant level seating does not include reservations in the Saddleroom Restaurant. Reservations can be made no earlier than one month prior to the event. Please call 777-3694 to book your dining reservations.

The Wannabe Cowgirl Tour sees Toronto comedian Chelsey Grewar hit the wild west with her hilarious debut hour of stand-up.

No Minors. All patrons must be 18 yrs & up with valid gov't-issued ID.

Please note: Restaurant level seating does not include reservations in the Saddleroom Restaurant. Reservations can be made no earlier than one month prior to the event. Please call 777-3694 to book your dining reservations.

A rare opportunity to hear one of NYC's most brilliant jazz vocalists in an intimate setting to support her Cellar Music debut, Loving You.

General Admission Standing No Minors 18+

Violinist Timothy Chooi plays and conducts the Calgary Phil to evoke such seasonal phenomena as singing birds, buzzing flies, violent thunderstorms and icy blizzards, and scenes portraying a sleepy goatherd and his barking dog, a harvest celebration and a warm winter fire.

Modern Love Presents Death By Stereo w/ La Armada & Pridelands. Join us for an exciting evening of music featuring the energetic performances of Death By Stereo, La Armada, and Pridelands. Don't miss out on this incredible lineup!

E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial is a tender, wondrous, and deeply moving story of friendship, belonging, and the limitless magic of childhood imagination. When Elliott, a lonely suburban boy, discovers a stranded alien hiding in his backyard shed, an extraordinary bond begins. As government agents close in and time runs out, Elliott and his siblings must protect...

Immerse yourself in the sounds of the seasons with Vivaldi's most famous set of violin concertos. Acclaimed violinist Timothy Chooi plays and conducts the Calgary Phil in these remarkable works that evoke such seasonal phenomena as singing birds, buzzing flies, violent thunderstorms, and icy blizzards, as well as vibrant scenes portraying a sleepy goatherd and...

Dual headliners Cold Fame and Freeze The Fall, two of BC’s most compelling modern rock acts, tour across Western Canada. Spring Frost Tour cuts across Western Canada with dual headliners Cold Fame and Freeze The Fall, uniting two of BC’s most compelling modern rock acts for a powerful, high-impact live experience. BC alternative alt-rock duo...

Kevin Allen’s Beltline Gay History Walk uncovers the rich, often overlooked queer history of Calgary’s Beltline. This guided walk highlights key sites of activism, social spaces, and everyday life that were central to the city’s 2SLGBTQ+ community. Through storytelling and place-based history, participants gain a deeper understanding of how queer people built connection, visibility, and...

Doors 7pm. General Admission Standing No Minors 18+

Child Ticket Age - Under 13 Student Ticket Age - 13-17 Post Secondary Students - Student ID Required Adult Ticket Age - 18 and over

Foothills Bluegrass Music Society presents the Spring Square Dance featuring The Hip To Be Square Collective! Join us at the Royal Canadian Legion No. 1 (116 7 Ave SE, Calgary, AB T2G 0H5) in downtown Calgary. Doors open at 7pm, the dance begins at 7:30. Come down to the legion this spring and learn to...

Looking for a way to kick-start your crafting journey, need motivation to tackle that work-in-progress or simply want to meet likeminded people? The Confluence Craft Club is the cozy, community crafting experience you’ve been looking for! Whether you knit, cross-stitch, scrapbook or do anything in-between, come spend a relaxing afternoon sharing your craft and socializing...

Antarctica’s name alone conjures imagery of the harshest environment on Earth, but it is more than its monochromatic colour scheme of snow and ice. Meet the many species of penguins that waddle and swim through the freezing water, along with an abundance of other life, on a journey south with quantitative ecologist Heather Lynch. National...

This Event is for Platinum Tickets Only / Platinum tickets can only be picked up at the venue on the DAY OF THE SHOW.

Free Earth Day celebration at Canopy Studios! Seed starting, eco art, poetry reading & a nature-inspired art show.

Fuel your creativity with movies on the big screen at Classics and Crafts! Bring your current craft project and join us for a nostalgic trip down memory lane with beloved classic films in the Burnswest Theatre. Meet fellow makers, enjoy the cinematic vibes and tackle your work-in-progress with us! Whether you’re a die-hard movie fan...

This registration is for our public professional development sessions. If you’re looking to book a private session for a large group, click here. When: April 23, June 11, Sept. 17 & Nov. 19 Cost: $95 a person Time: 10 am - 2:30 pm Where:750 9th Ave SE Any professional working in Calgary will benefit from...

A century ago, Calgary was considered a “city of romance” — a unique and storied place brimming with literary inspiration. Join author and public historian Shaun Hunter at this free evening talk as she explores how the city captured the imagination of writers and other city builders during an overlooked decade in Calgary’s history. Inspired...

General Admission Standing No Minors 18+

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 Pink Floyd at Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre, under the gentle glow of candlelight. Tentative Program - Wish You Were Here - Comfortably...

Country Music Award-winner Tenille Townes perform her biggest hits with your Calgary Phil! Experience the potent stories and open-hearted lyrics of her songs and raw ballads amplified with symphonic sounds.

Diljit Dosanjh returns to arenas and stadiums across North America with the 2026 'Aura World Tour'.

Nothing brings people together like good food and drinks and Calgary International Beerfest is all about coming together. There’ll be more than 200 breweries, distilleries, cideries, meaderies and RTD (ready to drink beverages) to sample at the festival and along with delicious food from over 30 fantastic local pubs, restaurants, and eateries.

The Calgary Phil and the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra come together to perform John Luther Adams’ Become Ocean, a haunting work that evokes an unstoppable tidal surge, as well as Holst’s orchestral mood pictures inspired by astrology. Don’t miss it!

This 90-minute walking tour, beginning and ending at Lougheed House, will cover about 3 kilometres of distance and more than a century of history, discussing some of the major events in Calgary’s labour history from the formation of Calgary’s first union in 1886 to the teacher’s strike of 2025. Inspired to explore Calgary through new...

LOOK26 Gala: Off The Path, presented by MAWER, returns on May 2 for an unforgettable night of revelry. Brought to life by the talented minds of local artist duo DaveandJenn, Off The Path draws on their richly layered practice spanning painting, sculpture and moving image. Their work creates whimsical worlds filled with delight, enchantment and...

Take the plunge into huge orchestral sound as the Calgary Phil and the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra come together to perform John Luther Adams' Become Ocean, a haunting work that evokes an unstoppable tidal surge. They also join forces to play Holst's enthralling orchestral mood pictures inspired by the astrological significance of the planets and how...

With a fresh lineup and renewed creative energy, BLACK FLAG is gearing up for an exciting season of live shows including a stop in Calgary! Texas-based band BLACK FLAG is officially turning the page and beginning a bold new chapter with the addition of three new members: Max Zanelly (vocals), David Rodriguez (bass), and Bryce...

SOLD OUT! Click here to join the waitlist. (Thank you, Wordfesters, for your remarkable support. If you missed out on tickets, get yourself, your friends, family, and neighbours to sign up for our e-blast to ensure you never miss out next time!) Canadian Geographic named Adam Shoalts “one of our greatest living explorers.” Maclean's describes...

Take a musical journey with the Calgary Phil to beautiful Italy with conductor Cosette Justo Valdés as your guide — from Stravinsky's take on Pulcinella, a traditional character of the Neapolitan stage, to Mendelssohn's Italian Symphony, inspired by impressions of the country's scenery and architecture. Respighi's evocation of three celebrated paintings by Italian Renaissance artist...

Crossover thrash punks, THE ACCUSED AD, will be bringing their splatter classics to Calgary for the first time in decades this spring!

Wandering with Wonder, written by Samantha Whelan Kotkas with original compositions by Chris Andrew, Matt Epp, Sherryl Sewepegeham, and Walter MacDonald White Bear, tells the tale of a girl, Wonder, who loses her song and looks to her friends Turtle, Bear, Beaver, and Eagle to help her find it. Through this story, we learn we...

From the team that brought you *Canada's Ukrainian Nutcracker,* **Shumka: Back to Our Roots** is a vibrant new performance that celebrates the power of Ukrainian dance by returning to what matters most: movement, music, and regional tradition. Drawing from Shumka’s rich performance history, this program brings together dances from past productions that highlight the remarkable...

Have a bunch of books sitting around? Looking for something new to read that happens to be free? Join us with your old books in hand! Join us for a fun and friendly evening at the Communi-tea Book Exchange! Bring your favorite books to swap, meet fellow book lovers, and enjoy some great conversations over...

Calgary's ultimate Japanese pop culture festival. Anime, panels, shopping, cosplay, games, charity, celeb guests. Find your community here. We can’t wait to meet you! Check out over 100 hours of programming facilitated by fans, members of our community, special guests, and staff, our huge Exhibitor Hall and Artist Alley for amazing art and merchandise, autograph...

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 Hans Zimmer at Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre, under the gentle glow of candlelight. Tentative Program - Time - Inception - This Land...

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 Queen at Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre, under the gentle glow of candlelight. Tentative Program - I Want to Break Free - We...

Looking for a way to kick-start your crafting journey, need motivation to tackle that work-in-progress or simply want to meet likeminded people? The Confluence Craft Club is the cozy, community crafting experience you’ve been looking for! Whether you knit, cross-stitch, scrapbook or do anything in-between, come spend a relaxing afternoon sharing your craft and socializing...