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Newzones is pleased to present In The Pines, a solo exhibition of new work by Canadian contemporary painter, Jack Bishop.In these new paintings segments of the Trans-Canada are like a topiary, where the tree lines carve out an ornamental landscape the highway cuts through. The liminal space through the wilderness in a commute. For a...
Contemporary Connections is a guided tour series designed to make art accessible and engaging for Calgary’s diverse communities. These events create a welcoming and inclusive space for participants to explore our exhibitions and connect with others, fostering meaningful relationships through the shared experience of contemporary art.Exhibition Tour: Curtis Talwst Santiago: worlds, worlds, worlds.
In PlayLab, young participants become sound scientists as they create simple DIY instruments like shakers and “sound sandwiches” using everyday materials.Through play and experimentation, kids explore ideas like vibration, rhythm, and volume while turning ordinary materials into instruments they can use right away.Designed for ages 5 to 9, DIY Sound Factory is all about curiosity,...
Join us at the Kerby Centre for the Authentically Curated Holiday Market, a weekend of holiday shopping, community, and Indigenous artistry. Shop from 40+ amazing local artists, with First Nations, Métis, and Inuit representation, and over 30 different Nations represented throughout the market.Discover beautiful gifts while supporting local artists and their businesses. Make it a...
A zine fair featuring local makers, artists, & vendors.Location: Shelf Life Books, second floor - 200 1302 4 St SW.
“Rocks, soil, water, these are the materials of the Earth. They make up the physical substance that we dig in and travel on. Landscape, on the other hand, is the work of the mind. The landscapes in the exhibition “Still Haunted” are composed using images from a geographic place known as the Canadian Shield. Places...
Join a puppy yoga class in the Beltline. Each class lasts 60 minutes: 30 minutes of gentle, beginner-friendly yoga, then 15 minutes with the puppies roaming free on the mats and 15 minutes of cuddles and photos. Mats are provided and no experience is needed. Our team supervises the puppies the whole time.
In Otipemisiwak Fantasy, Riel Starr explores Métis culture through an Indigiqueer perspective. Starr unapologetically conceptualizes Métis futurism through traditionally crafted contemporary objects in order to honour their own personal connection to their culture, the land, and the survivance of historical Two-Spiritness.Opening reception: October 23rd, 2026, from 6:30 to 9 pmRiel Starr will give an exhibition...
English duo Gorgon City brings their tour to The Palace on Friday, November 6th!Gorgon City is a prominent British electronic music production duo consisting of North London producers Kye "Foamo" Gibbon and Matt "RackNRuin" Robson-Scott. Their sound is most accurately described as bass-heavy, vocal-led house music with a distinct UK underground twist.
Get ready for a full night of dreamy lasers, immersive visuals, and serious sound.Featuring:Abstrakt SonanceCØNTRAMetafloorHello HumanSmocoExpect a full production experience featuring PK Sound, custom stage and visual production by Mythos, lasers by isocellator beamworks, and a proper DJ setup from start to finish.
Second show added! Legendary Calgary punks, Knucklehead, will be hitting the stage with Vicious Cycles MC and Quit It!
Bry WebbIn the fall of 2013, Bry Webb was putting the finishing touches on his second album, "Free Will". Released on May 20th 2014, Bry, with his newly assembled band The Providers, spent the following few years traversing North America playing clubs, festivals, and storied stages such as Toronto’s Massey Hall. Nothing new for an...
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