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Tour Stampede Park, take in all the stories.Where else can you travel through time, lift the curtain on a legacy, and see how a legend was born?With BTS: Behind The Stampede, you’ll explore over a century of history, thrills, spills, characters and champions. Starting off at Sam Centre, this two-hour tour will take you on...
Discover the architectural gems, historic landmarks, and stories that have shaped this dynamic city on a guided walking tour that explores Stephen Avenue, Calgary’s National Historic District.These tours are approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes and include part of the surrounding area of Stephen Avenue.For a private tour or group larger than 20 people, please...
Join us for Open Mic hosted by Earl Morgan every Wednesday from 8 PM to 11 PM.
Globe Cinema Presents: Network: 50th Anniversary (1976)This media satire, directed by Sidney Lumet from a brilliantly incisive script by Paddy Chayefsky, is an X-ray of the corrupted soul of a corporate-dominated America, startlingly prescient in its anticipation of today’s outrage-driven news cycle.At a struggling television network, ambitious executive Diana Christensen (Faye Dunaway) finds herself with...
Nick Callas is an NYC based stand up comic. He is a regular at the Comedy Cellar and frequents the top NYC comedy clubs. He’s opened for SNL's Colin Jost, Dana Carvey and Tracy Morgan. On Television, Nick starred in Music Choice’s Questionable Choices and was featured on NY's Funniest for NBC’s SeeSo. Nick hosted...
Finger weaving and knotting have been a part of Indigenous culture for thousands of years. During the Fur Trade, this crafting method was used by the Métis to make sashes that served as a useful and multipurpose tool. These sashes became tailored to specific patterns and colours representative of different families before became a standardized...
Discover the architectural gems, historic landmarks, and stories that have shaped this dynamic city on a guided walking tour that explores Stephen Avenue, Calgary’s National Historic District.These tours are approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes and include part of the surrounding area of Stephen Avenue.For a private tour or group larger than 20 people, please...
The Minto Cup is emblematic of the National Junior ‘A’ Lacrosse Champions of Canada.The Minto Cup has a storied history dating back over a century. From its inception in 1901 to the present day, this trophy has witnessed fierce battles, remarkable feats, and the emergence of future lacrosse stars.
The Challenge is simple — read every day this summer.Everyone can be part of the Ultimate Summer Challenge. This shared reading adventure is a great way to connect, discover, and keep learning through the summer months.From July 1 to August 31, read, attend programs, explore new stories, and have fun at the Library as part...
Nick Callas is an NYC based stand up comic. He is a regular at the Comedy Cellar and frequents the top NYC comedy clubs. He’s opened for SNL's Colin Jost, Dana Carvey and Tracy Morgan. On Television, Nick starred in Music Choice’s Questionable Choices and was featured on NY's Funniest for NBC’s SeeSo. Nick hosted...
Coheed and Cambria brings the This is Our War Tour to The Palace on Tuesday, August 18th with special guests Chixdiggit!Date: Tuesday, August 18th, 2026Doors: 7:00 p.m.18+ only with valid government issued ID
This summer, the Calgary Surge & The City of Calgary's Downtown Strategy team have partnered to bring back Surge City Hoops, and our FREE youth basketball clinics to the heart of our city.Join us for free basketball clinics every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday from June through September, hosted at the Century Gardens Basketball Courts (826...
A vibrant weekly club meant for both first-time fabric artists and veterans. Bring your project and chat with out knitters and crocheters, or join us for an introductory lesson!Who We Are Carya is a social impact agency that has been responding to the evolving social needs of the Calgary community since 1910. Today, with over...
Discover the architectural gems, historic landmarks, and stories that have shaped this dynamic city on a guided walking tour that explores Stephen Avenue, Calgary’s National Historic District.These tours are approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes and include part of the surrounding area of Stephen Avenue.For a private tour or group larger than 20 people, please...
Step into Calgary’s Western culture on an unforgettable journey through the stories, traditions, and people that shaped the West. Learn about the early days of Western Canada, explore Indigenous history, early settlers, the North-West Mounted Police, and the legendary spirit of the Calgary Stampede.Visit The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland, where Calgary’s story began, then...
The Minto Cup is emblematic of the National Junior ‘A’ Lacrosse Champions of Canada.The Minto Cup has a storied history dating back over a century. From its inception in 1901 to the present day, this trophy has witnessed fierce battles, remarkable feats, and the emergence of future lacrosse stars.
The Challenge is simple — read every day this summer.Everyone can be part of the Ultimate Summer Challenge. This shared reading adventure is a great way to connect, discover, and keep learning through the summer months.From July 1 to August 31, read, attend programs, explore new stories, and have fun at the Library as part...
Nick Callas is an NYC based stand up comic. He is a regular at the Comedy Cellar and frequents the top NYC comedy clubs. He’s opened for SNL's Colin Jost, Dana Carvey and Tracy Morgan. On Television, Nick starred in Music Choice’s Questionable Choices and was featured on NY's Funniest for NBC’s SeeSo. Nick hosted...
Tickets $0-$25, please registerThis workshop invites participants to reflect on what home means to them through painting. Each person will create a small wooden box inspired by a memory, a place, a feeling, or something important. Participants will be guided through simple painting techniques and supported in developing their ideas. The focus is on creating...
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
Discover the architectural gems, historic landmarks, and stories that have shaped this dynamic city on a guided walking tour that explores Stephen Avenue, Calgary’s National Historic District.These tours are approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes and include part of the surrounding area of Stephen Avenue.For a private tour or group larger than 20 people, please...
BUMP 2026 HAS LANDEDOf Simmering, and the SurgeWhat 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...
The Minto Cup is emblematic of the National Junior ‘A’ Lacrosse Champions of Canada.The Minto Cup has a storied history dating back over a century. From its inception in 1901 to the present day, this trophy has witnessed fierce battles, remarkable feats, and the emergence of future lacrosse stars.
The Challenge is simple — read every day this summer.Everyone can be part of the Ultimate Summer Challenge. This shared reading adventure is a great way to connect, discover, and keep learning through the summer months.From July 1 to August 31, read, attend programs, explore new stories, and have fun at the Library as part...
After Carnival In D'Park - We Fete!Keep the energy going for the Official Carifest After Party! Local and International Caribbean DJ’s All On One Stage!Hosted by Drew Atlas featuring Jus Jay (Barbados) DJ Becks (St.Vincent & The Grenadines), King Mars (Jamaica/St.Kitts & Nevis), DJ Suppa D (Trinidad & Tobago) and DJ Majesti (Trinidad & Tobago)Location:...
Gateway Events Presents Pete Murray on August 16th in Calgary! Festival Hall! w/ Brett Wood 7:00 p.m. doors 7:30 p.m. show All Ages Pete MurrayOne of Australia’s most enduring and beloved singer-songwriters, Pete Murray has built a career spanning decades with a string of multi-platinum selling albums and hit singles. He has sold over 1.2 million albums, with three of his...
Globe Cinema Presents: Network: 50th Anniversary (1976)This media satire, directed by Sidney Lumet from a brilliantly incisive script by Paddy Chayefsky, is an X-ray of the corrupted soul of a corporate-dominated America, startlingly prescient in its anticipation of today’s outrage-driven news cycle.At a struggling television network, ambitious executive Diana Christensen (Faye Dunaway) finds herself with...
Watch hospitality heavyweights go head-to-head as they shake, stir and throw down their boldest tequila creations in a high-energy cocktail fight presented by Espolòn Tequila.This is not your typical cocktail competition. There are three unruly rounds: One True or False crowd challenge, one Reposado Rumble black box style cocktail challenge and one Margarita Mayhem speed...
Globe Cinema Presents: Network: 50th Anniversary (1976)This media satire, directed by Sidney Lumet from a brilliantly incisive script by Paddy Chayefsky, is an X-ray of the corrupted soul of a corporate-dominated America, startlingly prescient in its anticipation of today’s outrage-driven news cycle.At a struggling television network, ambitious executive Diana Christensen (Faye Dunaway) finds herself with...
Join this workshop to learn tips on becoming a successful "plant parent!"Looking for a new hobby, the perfect house decor, or just love plants but don’t know where to start? Come learn more about plants, starting from the very basics!This workshop is fun, interactive, and perfect for beginners.You will learn:How to select indoor plantsProvide basic...
The Pink Pop Party comes to The Palace on Sunday, August 16th!Date: Sunday, August 16th, 2026Doors: 12:00 p.m.All ages
This beginner-friendly class is designed to get you moving, stretching, and feeling refreshed before the rest of your day!Start your Sunday with a feel-good outdoor Pilates class overlooking the Bow River. This beginner-friendly class is designed to get you moving, stretching, and feeling refreshed before the rest of your day. Bring a yoga mat, water,...
River Hall YYC ☀️ Free open air community events along the Bow River 🎶 Entertainment • Activities • Wellness & more! 💫 Family + Dog friendly 🐾 📍 Lot 6, 311 8 ST SW Hours ✨ Thursdays & Fridays: 5–10 PM ✨ Saturdays & Sundays: 11 AM–10 PM Enjoy the best of summer...
Discover the architectural gems, historic landmarks, and stories that have shaped this dynamic city on a guided walking tour that explores Stephen Avenue, Calgary’s National Historic District.These tours are approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes and include part of the surrounding area of Stephen Avenue.For a private tour or group larger than 20 people, please...
$70, please register, ages 15+In this experimental workshop, participants will explore how water, bleaching, and toning can transform cyanotype prints on paper. Moving beyond the traditional process, we will embrace unpredictability to create expressive and varied results.Participants will begin with a brief review of cyanotype printing on paper before experimenting with wet techniques—using water during...
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!
The Victor Walk is a national movement powered by an Orange Wave of Courage. The Victor Walk gives a voice to those affected by the trauma of childhood sexual abuse.The Victor Movement was created by Theo Fleury in 2013 to raise awareness for those affected by child sexual abuse. The national success of the first...
Get red-y to start your day with a hearty pancake breakfast, fresh fruit, and other buffet favourites while learning about our beloved red pandas. Your ticket includes exclusive early zoo access, a delicious breakfast, an engaging interpretive talk, and a private viewing of our red pandas in their newly redeveloped Asian Highlands habitat. Perfect for...
Robot Combat Takes Over TELUS SparkWatch combat robots battle it out at the Kilobots SIX SEVEN – 2026 Canadian National Championships!Join us at the Inspiration Stage for two action-packed days of robot fights. Meet the teams in the pits, see their incredible creations up close, and cheer on the competitors as they battle for the...
BUMP 2026 HAS LANDEDOf Simmering, and the SurgeWhat 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...
The Minto Cup is emblematic of the National Junior ‘A’ Lacrosse Champions of Canada.The Minto Cup has a storied history dating back over a century. From its inception in 1901 to the present day, this trophy has witnessed fierce battles, remarkable feats, and the emergence of future lacrosse stars.
In honour of the King Eddy’s 120th anniversary, NMC presents Eddy Fest, a three-day music festival from August 14-16, celebrating every chapter of the venue’s history. Eddy Fest showcases an eclectic mix of performances that represent the venue’s past and present — from blues and rock to country and singer-songwriters! The King Eddy has lived...
Celebrate With Us at the 30th Annual Expo Latino Festival in 2026!The Hispanic Arts Society and its Board of Directors are thrilled to invite you to join us for a milestone celebration—the 30th Annual Expo Latino Festival—a joyous tribute to Hispanic culture, music, dance, art, and community. As Western Canada’s largest Latin festival, Expo Latino...
Featuring 170+ events, 150+ presenters, and more genres than you can shake a bookmark at for 3 sweet summer days and nights in Calgary, AB, from August 14-16, 2026.If you are a writer, reader or fan, we dare you to have more fun at a festival this summer.About the FestivalHeld in Calgary, Alberta, every August,...
Aug 14 – 16, 2026 Get ready for the ultimate celebration of Caribbean culture, music, and vibes! Carifest Calgary returns, promising an unforgettable weekend of vibrant festivities.
The Challenge is simple — read every day this summer.Everyone can be part of the Ultimate Summer Challenge. This shared reading adventure is a great way to connect, discover, and keep learning through the summer months.From July 1 to August 31, read, attend programs, explore new stories, and have fun at the Library as part...
Free youth soccer is taking over Peace Park this summer, bringing high‑energy, high‑quality programming right to the heart of downtown. Whether a child or teen is trying soccer for the first time or building on their skills, these free clinics offer a fun, positive, and accessible way to stay active and connected all summer long.Delivered...
Free youth soccer is taking over Peace Park this summer, bringing high-energy, high-quality programming right to the heart of downtown. Whether your child or teen is trying soccer for the first time or building on their skills, these free programs offer a fun, positive, and accessible way to stay active and connected all summer long.Delivered...
The Punjabi Virsa Concert Series is a longstanding tradition that has been captivating audiences worldwide since 2004. Punjabi Virsa features the talents of three virtuoso brothers: Manmohan Waris, Kamal Heer, and Sangtar. This annual event celebrates the rich cultural heritage of Punjab through mesmerizing performances of traditional and contemporary Punjabi music.Manmohan Waris: A renowned Punjabi...
Globe Cinema Presents: Network: 50th Anniversary (1976)This media satire, directed by Sidney Lumet from a brilliantly incisive script by Paddy Chayefsky, is an X-ray of the corrupted soul of a corporate-dominated America, startlingly prescient in its anticipation of today’s outrage-driven news cycle.At a struggling television network, ambitious executive Diana Christensen (Faye Dunaway) finds herself with...
The Lady of the Earth is a dance theatrical work told through a single narrator and powerful ensemble movement. Three generations: grandfather, father, and grandchild carry one story across the stage. Folk motifs meet contemporary staging, with iconic Dabke sequences and new choreographic formations, the piece moves from quiet remembrance to collective uplift, while centering...
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...
Inspired by the immersive artwork of Zadie Xa, participants will discover how artists transform entire spaces into artworks that can shape how we feel and experience our surroundings.After exploring the exhibition together, children will design, build and photograph their own miniature installations inside a diorama. They will consider atmosphere, scale, materials, colour, and light, similar...
Tour Stampede Park, take in all the stories.Where else can you travel through time, lift the curtain on a legacy, and see how a legend was born?With BTS: Behind The Stampede, you’ll explore over a century of history, thrills, spills, characters and champions. Starting off at Sam Centre, this two-hour tour will take you on...
Celebrate National Acadian Day in PlayLab with the energy of a kitchen party.This all-ages, hands-on drop-in invites visitors to explore Acadian music traditions through fiddle-inspired sounds, group music-making, and the rhythmic pulse of spoon playing.Drop in and take part in lively, collaborative music-making that shows how rhythm, movement, and song bring people together.PlayLab is a...
River Hall YYC ☀️ Free open air community events along the Bow River 🎶 Entertainment • Activities • Wellness & more! 💫 Family + Dog friendly 🐾 📍 Lot 6, 311 8 ST SW Hours ✨ Thursdays & Fridays: 5–10 PM ✨ Saturdays & Sundays: 11 AM–10 PM Enjoy the best of summer...
Join Carl White for an en plein air workshop in the historic gardens of the Lougheed House! This is a workshop for intermediate and advanced artists to explore painting as a way of looking through time to see the world anew. Working directly from the landscape, participants will respond to shifting light, atmosphere, and both...
This summer, join artists, curators, musicians, writers, journalists, architects, and cultural leaders from around the world for the third annual BUMP Urban Art Conference, our festival's Ideas Hub.Centered around the theme Of Simmering, and the Surge, this year's program explores how ideas percolate, persist, gain traction, and ultimately transform the world around us. If 2025...
Discover the architectural gems, historic landmarks, and stories that have shaped this dynamic city on a guided walking tour that explores Stephen Avenue, Calgary’s National Historic District.These tours are approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes and include part of the surrounding area of Stephen Avenue.For a private tour or group larger than 20 people, please...
Get your garden buzzing by learning about the basics of bees! Get decked out in beekeeping gear and join ABC Bees owner and operator Eliese Watson for a hive tour of the bees here in The Confluence Garden. This two-hour workshop will cover all of the different aspects of setting up bee hives and how...
Robot Combat Takes Over TELUS SparkWatch combat robots battle it out at the Kilobots SIX SEVEN – 2026 Canadian National Championships!Join us at the Inspiration Stage for two action-packed days of robot fights. Meet the teams in the pits, see their incredible creations up close, and cheer on the competitors as they battle for the...
BUMP 2026 HAS LANDEDOf Simmering, and the SurgeWhat 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...
In honour of the King Eddy’s 120th anniversary, NMC presents Eddy Fest, a three-day music festival from August 14-16, celebrating every chapter of the venue’s history. Eddy Fest showcases an eclectic mix of performances that represent the venue’s past and present — from blues and rock to country and singer-songwriters! The King Eddy has lived...
Celebrate With Us at the 30th Annual Expo Latino Festival in 2026!The Hispanic Arts Society and its Board of Directors are thrilled to invite you to join us for a milestone celebration—the 30th Annual Expo Latino Festival—a joyous tribute to Hispanic culture, music, dance, art, and community. As Western Canada’s largest Latin festival, Expo Latino...
Featuring 170+ events, 150+ presenters, and more genres than you can shake a bookmark at for 3 sweet summer days and nights in Calgary, AB, from August 14-16, 2026.If you are a writer, reader or fan, we dare you to have more fun at a festival this summer.About the FestivalHeld in Calgary, Alberta, every August,...
Aug 14 – 16, 2026 Get ready for the ultimate celebration of Caribbean culture, music, and vibes! Carifest Calgary returns, promising an unforgettable weekend of vibrant festivities.
The Challenge is simple — read every day this summer.Everyone can be part of the Ultimate Summer Challenge. This shared reading adventure is a great way to connect, discover, and keep learning through the summer months.From July 1 to August 31, read, attend programs, explore new stories, and have fun at the Library as part...
Son Of Spergy, Daniel Caesar's follow-up to his 2023 LP NEVER ENOUGH is about reconciliation; specifically, with his father. It's both deeply contemplative and powerful in this examination, while still honoring the most exciting aspect of Caesar's artistry: the album is compositionally and melodically breathtaking. His most profound and vulnerable project to date, Son Of...
Globe Cinema Presents: Network: 50th Anniversary (1976)This media satire, directed by Sidney Lumet from a brilliantly incisive script by Paddy Chayefsky, is an X-ray of the corrupted soul of a corporate-dominated America, startlingly prescient in its anticipation of today’s outrage-driven news cycle.At a struggling television network, ambitious executive Diana Christensen (Faye Dunaway) finds herself with...
SHE'S THE MAN | Presented by The GRANDViola Hastings is in a real jam. Complications threaten her scheme to pose as her twin brother, Sebastian, and take his place at a new boarding school. She falls in love with her handsome roommate, Duke, who loves beautiful Olivia, who has fallen for Sebastian! As if that...
Inglewood Night Market is a series of FREE summer night markets taking place in the heart of Inglewood. The markets have over 150 unique and local artisan vendors, food trucks, an all-ages licensed area & live music. The markets feature the best arts and culture talent Calgary has to offer. Come to shop and stay...
Experience The Confluence in a new light — the evening light, that is! For a limited number of evenings this summer, we're extending the cultural centre opening hours beyond happy hour, giving you the rare chance to enjoy the site and exhibits after hours.Take advantage of the extended hours to explore the White Box space...
This summer, join artists, curators, musicians, writers, journalists, architects, and cultural leaders from around the world for the third annual BUMP Urban Art Conference, our festival's Ideas Hub.Centered around the theme Of Simmering, and the Surge, this year's program explores how ideas percolate, persist, gain traction, and ultimately transform the world around us. If 2025...
River Hall YYC ☀️ Free open air community events along the Bow River 🎶 Entertainment • Activities • Wellness & more! 💫 Family + Dog friendly 🐾 📍 Lot 6, 311 8 ST SW Hours ✨ Thursdays & Fridays: 5–10 PM ✨ Saturdays & Sundays: 11 AM–10 PM Enjoy the best of summer...
INTRODUCING is Christine Klassen Gallery’s ongoing exhibition series dedicated to presenting artists newly joining the gallery roster. This year's edition welcomes two additional Calgary creatives, photographer Philip Kanwischer and Métis artist Tayler Schenkeveld, two distinct voices whose practices explore our relationship with place, identity, and the natural world. While their approaches differ, both artists invite...
Discover the architectural gems, historic landmarks, and stories that have shaped this dynamic city on a guided walking tour that explores Stephen Avenue, Calgary’s National Historic District.These tours are approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes and include part of the surrounding area of Stephen Avenue.For a private tour or group larger than 20 people, please...
This comprehensive program offers a deep dive into creative exploration, professional development, and collaboration. Led by Dance//Novella leadership Racheal Prince and Brandon Lee Alley, participants will engage in a week-long professional development opportunity designed to enhance their skills and better position them for job opportunities in the dance industry.What’s Included:- Daily Classes: Contemporary or Improvisation...
Come learn about the physics, relationality, and protocols of bow-making, from gratitude to the tree ancestor before carving to learning from the birds when latching feathers to the arrow for aerodynamics, you will get to experience the depth of science within these complex ancestral teachings.Workshop led by Knowledge Keepers Alice Kaquitts and Tom Snow.Free for...
BUMP 2026 HAS LANDEDOf Simmering, and the SurgeWhat 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...
In honour of the King Eddy’s 120th anniversary, NMC presents Eddy Fest, a three-day music festival from August 14-16, celebrating every chapter of the venue’s history. Eddy Fest showcases an eclectic mix of performances that represent the venue’s past and present — from blues and rock to country and singer-songwriters! The King Eddy has lived...
Celebrate With Us at the 30th Annual Expo Latino Festival in 2026!The Hispanic Arts Society and its Board of Directors are thrilled to invite you to join us for a milestone celebration—the 30th Annual Expo Latino Festival—a joyous tribute to Hispanic culture, music, dance, art, and community. As Western Canada’s largest Latin festival, Expo Latino...
Featuring 170+ events, 150+ presenters, and more genres than you can shake a bookmark at for 3 sweet summer days and nights in Calgary, AB, from August 14-16, 2026.If you are a writer, reader or fan, we dare you to have more fun at a festival this summer.About the FestivalHeld in Calgary, Alberta, every August,...
Aug 14 – 16, 2026 Get ready for the ultimate celebration of Caribbean culture, music, and vibes! Carifest Calgary returns, promising an unforgettable weekend of vibrant festivities.
The Challenge is simple — read every day this summer.Everyone can be part of the Ultimate Summer Challenge. This shared reading adventure is a great way to connect, discover, and keep learning through the summer months.From July 1 to August 31, read, attend programs, explore new stories, and have fun at the Library as part...
Globe Cinema Presents: Midsommar: Director's Cut (2019)Dani (Florence Pugh) and Christian (Jack Reynor) are a young American couple with a relationship on the brink of falling apart. But after a family tragedy keeps them together, Christian invites a grieving Dani to join him and his friends on a trip to a once-in-a-lifetime midsummer festival in...
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...
A diary film is a genre where directors document their own lives, thoughts, and emotions. Come and make your own! Led by Armando Salazar, this class will happen over three nights and will allow you to plan, shoot, get feedback, and then present a finished short diary film.Armando Salazar’s work explores space, subject, time as...
This summer, the Calgary Surge & The City of Calgary's Downtown Strategy team have partnered to bring back Surge City Hoops, and our FREE youth basketball clinics to the heart of our city.Join us for free basketball clinics every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday from June through September, hosted at the Century Gardens Basketball Courts (826...
This summer, join artists, curators, musicians, writers, journalists, architects, and cultural leaders from around the world for the third annual BUMP Urban Art Conference, our festival's Ideas Hub.Centered around the theme Of Simmering, and the Surge, this year's program explores how ideas percolate, persist, gain traction, and ultimately transform the world around us. If 2025...
Tour Stampede Park, take in all the stories.Where else can you travel through time, lift the curtain on a legacy, and see how a legend was born?With BTS: Behind The Stampede, you’ll explore over a century of history, thrills, spills, characters and champions. Starting off at Sam Centre, this two-hour tour will take you on...
River Hall YYC ☀️ Free open air community events along the Bow River 🎶 Entertainment • Activities • Wellness & more! 💫 Family + Dog friendly 🐾 📍 Lot 6, 311 8 ST SW Hours ✨ Thursdays & Fridays: 5–10 PM ✨ Saturdays & Sundays: 11 AM–10 PM Enjoy the best of summer...
Explore stories carried by the rivers, rooted in the plants, and uncovered through archaeology. Learn how Indigenous Peoples, the original stewards of the land, lived and prospered at this important gathering place, and how the arrival of the North-West Mounted Police in 1875 changed everything.Through a guided storytelling tour, teachings with an Indigenous Knowledge Keeper...
INTRODUCING is Christine Klassen Gallery’s ongoing exhibition series dedicated to presenting artists newly joining the gallery roster. This year's edition welcomes two additional Calgary creatives, photographer Philip Kanwischer and Métis artist Tayler Schenkeveld, two distinct voices whose practices explore our relationship with place, identity, and the natural world. While their approaches differ, both artists invite...
Discover the architectural gems, historic landmarks, and stories that have shaped this dynamic city on a guided walking tour that explores Stephen Avenue, Calgary’s National Historic District.These tours are approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes and include part of the surrounding area of Stephen Avenue.For a private tour or group larger than 20 people, please...
This comprehensive program offers a deep dive into creative exploration, professional development, and collaboration. Led by Dance//Novella leadership Racheal Prince and Brandon Lee Alley, participants will engage in a week-long professional development opportunity designed to enhance their skills and better position them for job opportunities in the dance industry.What’s Included:- Daily Classes: Contemporary or Improvisation...
BUMP 2026 HAS LANDEDOf Simmering, and the SurgeWhat 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...
The Challenge is simple — read every day this summer.Everyone can be part of the Ultimate Summer Challenge. This shared reading adventure is a great way to connect, discover, and keep learning through the summer months.From July 1 to August 31, read, attend programs, explore new stories, and have fun at the Library as part...
Globe Cinema Presents: Midsommar: Director's Cut (2019)Dani (Florence Pugh) and Christian (Jack Reynor) are a young American couple with a relationship on the brink of falling apart. But after a family tragedy keeps them together, Christian invites a grieving Dani to join him and his friends on a trip to a once-in-a-lifetime midsummer festival in...
Join us for Open Mic hosted by Earl Morgan every Wednesday from 8 PM to 11 PM.
Experience the beauty of live music along the Bow River as 2025 Honens Gold Laureate Élisabeth Pion joins Calgary Philharmonic flute player Sara Hahn-Scinocco and bassoonist Antoine St‑Onge for a captivating outdoor performance. Their unique pairing creates a rich, lyrical sound that feels perfectly at home in this scenic riverside setting. Stay for the music,...
Join us for a special Seniors' Week edition of Forever Young at Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre, with singer-songwriter, community advocate and co-founder of the Music Mile, Bob Chartier.About Chartier & Checora:Bob and Catherine (Chartier and Checora) are a duet and a songwriting duo, featuring vocals, cello, and vintage guitar. Bob continues...
INTRODUCING is Christine Klassen Gallery’s ongoing exhibition series dedicated to presenting artists newly joining the gallery roster. This year's edition welcomes two additional Calgary creatives, photographer Philip Kanwischer and Métis artist Tayler Schenkeveld, two distinct voices whose practices explore our relationship with place, identity, and the natural world. While their approaches differ, both artists invite...
Discover the architectural gems, historic landmarks, and stories that have shaped this dynamic city on a guided walking tour that explores Stephen Avenue, Calgary’s National Historic District.These tours are approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes and include part of the surrounding area of Stephen Avenue.For a private tour or group larger than 20 people, please...
This comprehensive program offers a deep dive into creative exploration, professional development, and collaboration. Led by Dance//Novella leadership Racheal Prince and Brandon Lee Alley, participants will engage in a week-long professional development opportunity designed to enhance their skills and better position them for job opportunities in the dance industry.What’s Included:- Daily Classes: Contemporary or Improvisation...
BUMP 2026 HAS LANDEDOf Simmering, and the SurgeWhat 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...
The Challenge is simple — read every day this summer.Everyone can be part of the Ultimate Summer Challenge. This shared reading adventure is a great way to connect, discover, and keep learning through the summer months.From July 1 to August 31, read, attend programs, explore new stories, and have fun at the Library as part...
Johnny Pogo is a Calgary-based comedian who first stepped onto the stage with a mix of nerves and reckless confidence, quickly realizing that stand-up was his true calling. With a chaotic, edgy, and self-deprecating style, he delivers sharp, unapologetic humour that keeps audiences on their toes. From cracking jokes about Metis history to poking fun...
Script Club is for all levels of screenwriters! It helps with the intricacies of screenplay writing by inspiring creativity. Each month's meeting is split into two sections. The first is feedback provided on a member's script who volunteered the previous month. The second is a discussion on a published script from an existing film or...
This summer, the Calgary Surge & The City of Calgary's Downtown Strategy team have partnered to bring back Surge City Hoops, and our FREE youth basketball clinics to the heart of our city.Join us for free basketball clinics every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday from June through September, hosted at the Century Gardens Basketball Courts (826...
A vibrant weekly club meant for both first-time fabric artists and veterans. Bring your project and chat with out knitters and crocheters, or join us for an introductory lesson!Who We Are Carya is a social impact agency that has been responding to the evolving social needs of the Calgary community since 1910. Today, with over...
INTRODUCING is Christine Klassen Gallery’s ongoing exhibition series dedicated to presenting artists newly joining the gallery roster. This year's edition welcomes two additional Calgary creatives, photographer Philip Kanwischer and Métis artist Tayler Schenkeveld, two distinct voices whose practices explore our relationship with place, identity, and the natural world. While their approaches differ, both artists invite...
Discover the architectural gems, historic landmarks, and stories that have shaped this dynamic city on a guided walking tour that explores Stephen Avenue, Calgary’s National Historic District.These tours are approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes and include part of the surrounding area of Stephen Avenue.For a private tour or group larger than 20 people, please...
This comprehensive program offers a deep dive into creative exploration, professional development, and collaboration. Led by Dance//Novella leadership Racheal Prince and Brandon Lee Alley, participants will engage in a week-long professional development opportunity designed to enhance their skills and better position them for job opportunities in the dance industry.What’s Included:- Daily Classes: Contemporary or Improvisation...
Step into Calgary’s Western culture on an unforgettable journey through the stories, traditions, and people that shaped the West. Learn about the early days of Western Canada, explore Indigenous history, early settlers, the North-West Mounted Police, and the legendary spirit of the Calgary Stampede.Visit The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland, where Calgary’s story began, then...
BUMP 2026 HAS LANDEDOf Simmering, and the SurgeWhat 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...
The Challenge is simple — read every day this summer.Everyone can be part of the Ultimate Summer Challenge. This shared reading adventure is a great way to connect, discover, and keep learning through the summer months.From July 1 to August 31, read, attend programs, explore new stories, and have fun at the Library as part...
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
Discover the architectural gems, historic landmarks, and stories that have shaped this dynamic city on a guided walking tour that explores Stephen Avenue, Calgary’s National Historic District.These tours are approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes and include part of the surrounding area of Stephen Avenue.For a private tour or group larger than 20 people, please...
This comprehensive program offers a deep dive into creative exploration, professional development, and collaboration. Led by Dance//Novella leadership Racheal Prince and Brandon Lee Alley, participants will engage in a week-long professional development opportunity designed to enhance their skills and better position them for job opportunities in the dance industry.What’s Included:- Daily Classes: Contemporary or Improvisation...
BUMP 2026 HAS LANDEDOf Simmering, and the SurgeWhat 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...
The Challenge is simple — read every day this summer.Everyone can be part of the Ultimate Summer Challenge. This shared reading adventure is a great way to connect, discover, and keep learning through the summer months.From July 1 to August 31, read, attend programs, explore new stories, and have fun at the Library as part...
Scott Dumas is truly a comic for every occasion, with thousands of performances under his belt ranging from corporate functions and fundraisers to golf tournaments and theatres. In Scott’s first year as a comic he was a finalist in Alberta’s Search for Funniest New Comic and has since showcased for Just for Laughs five times...
Step into the Roaring ’20s for a glamorous night of live jazz, classic cocktails, and speakeasy style. Step back into the glamour of the Roaring ’20s for an unforgettable evening of live jazz, classic cocktails, and true speakeasy sophistication.Dress sharp, settle into the intimate atmosphere of Prohibition Lounge, and let the swinging rhythms, vintage style,...
Globe Cinema Presents: Midsommar: Director's Cut (2019)Dani (Florence Pugh) and Christian (Jack Reynor) are a young American couple with a relationship on the brink of falling apart. But after a family tragedy keeps them together, Christian invites a grieving Dani to join him and his friends on a trip to a once-in-a-lifetime midsummer festival in...
Globe Cinema Presents: Network: 50th Anniversary (1976)This media satire, directed by Sidney Lumet from a brilliantly incisive script by Paddy Chayefsky, is an X-ray of the corrupted soul of a corporate-dominated America, startlingly prescient in its anticipation of today’s outrage-driven news cycle.At a struggling television network, ambitious executive Diana Christensen (Faye Dunaway) finds herself with...
Step back into the Roaring ’20s for a glamorous night of live jazz, classic cocktails, and speakeasy sophistication. Dress sharp!Step back into the glamour of the Roaring ’20s for an unforgettable evening of live jazz, classic cocktails, and true speakeasy sophistication. 🎷🥂 Dress to impress, settle into the intimate atmosphere of Prohibition Lounge, and let...
Globe Cinema Presents: Network: 50th Anniversary (1976)This media satire, directed by Sidney Lumet from a brilliantly incisive script by Paddy Chayefsky, is an X-ray of the corrupted soul of a corporate-dominated America, startlingly prescient in its anticipation of today’s outrage-driven news cycle.At a struggling television network, ambitious executive Diana Christensen (Faye Dunaway) finds herself with...
Globe Cinema Presents: Midsommar: Director's Cut (2019)Dani (Florence Pugh) and Christian (Jack Reynor) are a young American couple with a relationship on the brink of falling apart. But after a family tragedy keeps them together, Christian invites a grieving Dani to join him and his friends on a trip to a once-in-a-lifetime midsummer festival in...
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.Celebrating local music, sips, and eats in an open-air festival, guests...
Liner Notes: Inside the Rolling Stones Mobile Studio is part storytelling tour, part listening session, exploring the legendary albums recorded in the "Sistine Chapel of rock 'n' roll." Step back in time and experience Machine Head as it was recorded through the RSM.Conceived by Rolling Stones tour manager Ian Stewart and built in 1968, the...
Learn the basics of DJing with Trexx!This hands-on DJ workshop introduces participants to the foundations of DJing, from analyzing tracks with DJ software to making simple transitions on the decks. Participants will be introduced to cueing, EQs, faders, filters, looping, and FX, with time for guided practice. The workshop will also briefly explore where DJs...
Turn the city into your own personal gameboard! Travel through Calgary’s history and explore hidden artistic gems on this outdoor scavenger hunt at The Confluence. This one-hour quest will have you scouring all 40 acres of land between East Village and Inglewood, solving riddles and racing against other teams (and the clock!) to claim victory....
This beginner-friendly class is designed to get you moving, stretching, and feeling refreshed before the rest of your day!Start your Sunday with a feel-good outdoor Pilates class overlooking the Bow River. This beginner-friendly class is designed to get you moving, stretching, and feeling refreshed before the rest of your day. Bring a yoga mat, water,...
River Hall YYC ☀️ Free open air community events along the Bow River 🎶 Entertainment • Activities • Wellness & more! 💫 Family + Dog friendly 🐾 📍 Lot 6, 311 8 ST SW Hours ✨ Thursdays & Fridays: 5–10 PM ✨ Saturdays & Sundays: 11 AM–10 PM Enjoy the best of summer...
Experience our quaint seasonal market of friendly and eco-minded local artisans, artists, and makers in Inglewood.
Discover the architectural gems, historic landmarks, and stories that have shaped this dynamic city on a guided walking tour that explores Stephen Avenue, Calgary’s National Historic District.These tours are approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes and include part of the surrounding area of Stephen Avenue.For a private tour or group larger than 20 people, please...
This workshop expands the cyanotype process onto several kinds of paper and fabrics, using the different materials to create different results. Using both botanical materials and photographic imagery, participants will explore how light, texture can create different results to your cyanotype prints.You will learn which fabrics and papers work best for cyanotype printing, and which...
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!
Do you have a favourite character? Bring them to life this summer with Megan Phillips of Motor-Mouth Ceramics. During this fun-filled creative week, young artists will take a look at famous favourite characters, share ideas, develop stories and acquire fundamental ceramic skills needed to take their ideas from paper to clay. No previous experience necessary.
Get red-y to start your day with a hearty pancake breakfast, fresh fruit, and other buffet favourites while learning about our beloved red pandas. Your ticket includes exclusive early zoo access, a delicious breakfast, an engaging interpretive talk, and a private viewing of our red pandas in their newly redeveloped Asian Highlands habitat. Perfect for...
BUMP 2026 HAS LANDEDOf Simmering, and the SurgeWhat 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...
The Challenge is simple — read every day this summer.Everyone can be part of the Ultimate Summer Challenge. This shared reading adventure is a great way to connect, discover, and keep learning through the summer months.From July 1 to August 31, read, attend programs, explore new stories, and have fun at the Library as part...
A soul travels down to Earth and is split by the Infinite Shadow. Soul needs to find their other half in order to manifest the soul mission of the Changeover - Limitless Light taking over the Infinite Shadow. Infinite Shadow keeps trying to prevent this from happening, using the Trauma Spirit and Soul Consuming Succubi...
This double bill is rooted in roadside culture, truck stops, diners, and long-haul travellers. Mudflap Girl In 1971, an iconic image of a silhouetted woman started appearing on truck mudflaps. Mudflap Girl has at different times been considered a reflection of male self-image, symbolic of declining family values, and a feminist figure. What is her...
Really Much, Given Name (Hamilton, Ontario) and Queen of the WormsWhere: Palomino Smokehouse and Social ClubWhen: Saturday August 8, 2026Doors: 8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.Admission: $16.00 NO JERK POLICY ALWAYS IN EFFECT!
Globe Cinema Presents: Network: 50th Anniversary (1976)This media satire, directed by Sidney Lumet from a brilliantly incisive script by Paddy Chayefsky, is an X-ray of the corrupted soul of a corporate-dominated America, startlingly prescient in its anticipation of today’s outrage-driven news cycle.At a struggling television network, ambitious executive Diana Christensen (Faye Dunaway) finds herself with...
The Wizard of One is a re-imagination of The Wizard of Oz but this time it is set in a senior citizen retirement home. Dorothy just wants to go home, Scarecrow has dementia, Tinman has heart problems and Lion is afraid of germs. All of these characters and more performed by one man. The Wizard...
Globe Cinema Presents: Midsommar: Director's Cut (2019)Dani (Florence Pugh) and Christian (Jack Reynor) are a young American couple with a relationship on the brink of falling apart. But after a family tragedy keeps them together, Christian invites a grieving Dani to join him and his friends on a trip to a once-in-a-lifetime midsummer festival in...
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