Explore Downtown YYC

Sled Island Presents: Salami Rose Joe Louis
2026-06-20 21:30 - 23:59 (America/Edmonton) | Dickens, Lower 1000 9 Ave SW, Calgary, Ab, T2P 2Y6
Described by Pitchfork as “Captain Beefheart for synth heads who grew up watching Adult Swim,” Salami Rose Joe Louis (AKA Lindsay Olsen) harnesses electronic tinkerings and glitch-y hooks to explore cosmic tinged storytelling in her lyricism. A signee to Flying Lotus’ Brainfeeder label, she recently dropped a recording of a rehearsal entitled Inside, with trio, at pattys, which should prepare you nicely for her mind-bendingly catchy live show.

Spring Garden Globes Dinner
2026-06-21 17:00 - 23:59 (America/Edmonton) | Calgary Zoo, 1300 Zoo Rd NE, Calgary, T2E 7V6
Led by knowledgeable guides, you’ll take part in an exclusive tour of our grounds, learning about the wildlife that call us home and our critical conservation efforts. After the tour, you’ll settle into your private Garden Globe for dinner, nestled in the gardens and immersed in the sights and sounds of the zoo.

Candlelight: The Best of Hans Zimmer
2026-06-21 18:30 - 19:30, 2026-07-26 18:30 - 19:30 (America/Edmonton) | Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre, 850 4 Street Southeast, Calgary, T2G 1R1
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 – The Lion King
– Zooster’s Breakout – Madagascar
– Supermarine – Dunkirk
– Honor – The Pacific
– A Dark Knight – The Dark Knight
– Wonder Woman Suite
– Gladiator Suite
– Cornfield Chase – Interstellar
– Dune Suite
– Discombobulate
– Sherlock Holmes
– Pirates of the Caribbean Suite

Performers
– String Quartet:
– 2 violins
– 1 viola
– 1 cello

Candlelight: Tribute to ABBA
2026-06-21 20:30 - 21:30, 2026-07-26 20:30 - 21:30 (America/Edmonton) | Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre, 850 4 Street Southeast, Calgary, T2G 1R1
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Calgary. Discover the music of ABBA at Studio Bell under the gentle glow of candlelight. (May 24, June 21, July 26)

Monthly free tutoring!
2026-06-22 15:30 - 18:00, 2026-06-25 15:30 - 18:00, 2026-06-29 15:30 - 18:00 (America/Edmonton) | Esker Foundation, 1011 9 Ave SE 4th floor, Calgary, T2G 0H7
Need help with homework? Our free drop-in tutoring program downtown is for junior high and high school students. RSVP your spot or come in when you can. Our tutors walk around and help with English, math, and science, whether you have one small question or a lot to work on. It’s a relaxed, friendly place to get help, learn more, and feel better about school. Walk ins welcome. Email goodneighbouryyc@gmail.com for more information.

World Cup Watch Parties – Tournament Play
2026-06-24 13:00 - 23:59 (America/Edmonton) | Eau Claire Plaza, 101 Barclay Parade SW, Calgary, T2P 4R3
We’re joining the global excitement for the 2026 Men’s World Cup with free outdoor watch parties. Catch the tournament play action at Eau Claire Plaza on June 12, 18 and 24.

Inglewood Night Market
2026-07-10 17:00 - 22:00, 2026-08-14 17:00 - 22:00, 2026-09-04 17:00 - 22:00, 2026-09-11 17:00 - 22:00 (America/Denver) | Inglewood Night Market, Inglewood 10th avenue and 11th Street SE, Calgary
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 for the atmosphere!

4th Street Night Market
2026-07-18 17:00 - 22:00, 2026-08-22 17:00 - 22:00, 2026-09-19 17:00 - 22:00 (America/Edmonton) | Central Memorial Park, 1221 2 St SW, Calgary, T2R 0W9
The 4th Street Night Market is located in the heart of The Beltline for 2026. Visit the lively main street neighborhood of 4th Street for food, fun, local finds, & friends at this family-friendly, free, pet-friendly night market all summer long! (May 16, June 20, July 18, August 22, September 19)

Candlelight: Tribute to Queen
2026-07-18 20:30 - 21:30 (America/Edmonton) | Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre, 850 4 Street Southeast, Calgary, T2G 1R1
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 Will Rock You
– Somebody to Love
– Radio Ga Ga
– Don’t Stop Me Now
– Killer Queen
– Crazy Little Thing Called Love
– Who Wants to Live Forever
– Bohemian Rhapsody
– Love of My Life
– We Are the Champions
– Another One Bites the Dust

Performers
– String Quartet:
– 2 violins
– 1 viola
– 1 cello

World Cup Watch Parties – Finals
2026-07-19 13:00 - 23:59 (America/Edmonton) | Stephen Avenue Walk, 340 8 Avenue Southwest, Calgary, T2P 1C1
Watch the 2026 Men’s World Cup Finals at a free outdoor watch party. Catch the finals on Stephen Avenue.
