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Calgary Festivals
• A WorldWeb.com Travel Guide to Festivals in Calgary, Alberta.
Year of the Tiger Carnival (Chinese New Year) More Info
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Feb 12 to Feb 15 In celebration of the Chinese New Year, the Calgary Chinese Cultural Centre is putting on a carnival complete with dance shows, food, calligraphy and painting exhibitions and demonstrations, games, carnival booths and special programs.
CTV Olympic Celebration More Info
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Feb 13 The Calgary CTV Olympic Celebration is a free outdoor event which will feature live performances from Lindsay Ell, The Dudes and Simple Plan. The event will also include interactive Olympic- and Paralympic-themed sport zones, cultural pavilions and large video screens showcasing CTV’s and RDS’s live coverage of the 2010 Winter Games.
Reel Fun Film Festival More Info
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Feb 15 to Feb 22 Focused at children and youth, the Reel Fun Film Festival is a superb opportunity for families to enjoy a high-quality selection of international and local films, from documentaries to animated features. The program includes screenings, interactive activities hosted by Alberta film industry professionals, award ceremonies and gala events. Venues include Eau Claire Cinemas and Cardel Theatre.
Winefest More Info
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Feb 18 to Feb 20 Winefest, Calgary’s oldest wine festival, has become one of the most distinguished all-inclusive wine events in Calgary. Winefest features hundreds of international wines, port, champagne, and dessert wines from the world’s most celebrated wine regions.
Tickets to Winefest include wine sampling, hors d’oeuvres and a complimentary Riedel wine glass.
BMO Centre Address: 20 Roundup Way SE Calgary AB CAN
Bottlescrew Bill's 15th Annual Beerfest + My Favorites
TBA Raising funds for the Mustard Seed, this event features 20 breweries and 50 beers. Advance tickets are $20 or $25 at the door. Hours are 2pm-5pm.
Calgary Mid-Winter Blues Festival More Info
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TBA A week long festival held yearly at various indoor venues around Calgary shocasing the blues by way of workshops, jams, dances and concerts. Beat the winter blahs by enjoying the blues! Tel: 1 403 668-7144
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The Calgary Improv Brier: "Improv, Hurry, Hard!" More Info
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TBA The Calgary Improv Brier: "Improv, Hurry, Hard!" will be held at The Engineered Air Theatre in the Epcor Centre. Teams from Edmonton, Regina and Calgary compete in a qualifying tournament for next fall's Calgary International Improv Festival.
17th Annual $100 Film Festival More Info
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TBA The Calgary Society of Independent Filmmakers is proud to present the 17th Annual $100 Film Festival. The festival is an annual 3-day event which screens short films by local, national and international filmmakers. The $100 Film Festival is one of the few remaining festivals in North America that screens movies exclusively with film prints in Super 8 and 16mm formats.
Each evening is a different selection of short films which embody the spirit of low-budget, independent film making. The films vary from narrative to animated to experimental so there is something for everybody!
Plaza Theatre Address: 1133 Kensington Rd NW Calgary AB T2N 3P4
Taste of Jamaica + My Favorites
TBA Each year, the Jamaican Canadian Association of Alberta proudly presents Taste of Jamaica, a fun-filled cultural expose featuring Jamaican food and lots of activity for the entire family.
The Mosaic Festival is a free, public event featuring cultural music and dance performances on two stages, ethnic food, an interactive cultural craft centre, exhibits and vendors, and tons of fun for kids. Come down to Mosaic to celebrate the cultural diversity that makes Calgary's urban community so vibrant.
Calgary Super8 Filmmakers' Challenge + My Favorites
TBA The Annual Calgary Super8 Filmmakers' Challenge continues to grow in size and popularity amongst local filmmakers and the film community in Calgary. Each year a challenge is issued to the city's filmmaking talent to make a short film, all of which use the same basic narrative/thematic criteria.
The Distillery Address: 615 7 Ave SW. Calgary AB CAN T2P 0Y9
Calgary International Spoken Word Festival More Info
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Apr 20 to Apr 29 Since 2002, the ProArts Society has been working to enrich the cultural landscape of Calgary by presenting exhilarating, free events to the public, and this year, we’re proud to team up with the joint goal of extending the reach of their artistic voice. The perfect fit. Very sexy. Address: ProArts Society, 604 – 1st Street SE. Calgary AB Tel: 1 403 686-4292
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Calgary International Spoken Word Festival - The Ultimate Cabaret More Info
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Apr 20 to Apr 25, Apr 29 Come out to the annual Calgary International Spoken Word Festival. This years Festival’s theme “The Ultimate Cabaret” promises to be the most eclectic and exotic collection of Spoken Word artists that Calgary has ever seen. Performances, panels, discussions, workshops, special events – something for everyone! Various venues in Calgary and Banff.
Calgary Comic & Entertainment Expo More Info
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Apr 24 to Apr 25 Western Canada's largest pop culture convention. Come join over 10,000 fans of comics, sci-fi, television, anime, gaming, horror, toys, animation and more. Meet your favorite creators and celebrities, enjoy special panels, photo ops, charity auction, costume contest and an exclusive convention artbook.
Stampede Park Address: Stampede Park, 2300 Stampede Trail SE Calgary AB Canada T2P 2K8
Calgary Beerfest More Info
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TBA Beerfest Calgary features a variety of beer from around the world in this two day event. Live entertainment and games are also on offer.
Mothers Day Pampering & Shopping Extravaganza + My Favorites
TBA Come out and look at Mothers Day gift ideas while getting pampered at the same time.
Open to men/ladies of all ages
Kids under 10 free (parents responsible for childcare)
Hair styling, massage, make up and more Pay by donation min $2-5 per service
Tickets are $10 each advance purchase $20 each at the door (if available)
Includes entry, free gift and door prize draw.
Browse gift ideas from vendors such as: Fifth Ave Beauticontrol Latasia jewels Norwex Tupperware Epicure B& B beading College of Esoteric Arts Trendy Totes Motive Cosmetics Alexandria Body Sugar
Avon Polyroller massager Arbonne Shakelee Pampered Chef Partylite English Maid Cleaners
Isotonix Health & Wellness Health Span Pole Lot of Fun Scentsations Stampin Up! Discovery Toys Usana Health Sciences
Calgary Lilac Festival More Info
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TBA The Lilac Festival is a street fair on 4th Street SW put on by area merchants and businesses. Enjoy rock, country, jazz, folk and world music. There is also a Kid's World with a kid's stage, crafts and balloons.
Day Out With Thomas More Info
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TBA • A 20-minute ride with Thomas the Tank Engine • An opportunity to meet Sir Topham Hatt • Activities for the whole family, including arts & crafts, storytelling, video viewing, live Music, face painting, wagon rides, antique midway and much more! • Exclusive commemorative merchandise including a Day Out With Thomas passenger car, as well as a t-shirts, engineer caps, pennants, and more
FunnyFest Comedy Festival More Info
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TBA Locals and visitors can laugh it up at Calgary's FunnyFest Comedy Festival, which features more than 70 performers at 40 comedy showcases at 9 venues over 11 nights. A variety of themes are used at the festival including Best of The Fest, Full Frontal Comedy, Canada vs. USA and the Battle of Alberta. Address: Various Locations Downtown Calgary AB Tel: 1 403 228-7888
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Otafest More Info
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TBA Otafest showcases Japanese animation and aims to address the importance of opposites; the yin and yang of East Asian culture.
MacEwan Hall Address: University of Calgary Students' Union, 2500 University Drive NW Calgary AB T2N 1N4
Calgary International Children's Festival More Info
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May 25 to May 29 The Calgary International Children’s Festival is one of North America’s largest performing arts festivals of its kind. Bringing professional live theatre, dance, music and more to Southern Alberta families, the Festival is held in Calgary’s esteemed EPCOR CENTRE for the Performing Arts. The Festival is not only fun, but provides great entertainment with performances that appeal to people ages 2 to 102. The Festival boasts world-class performances from Brazil, West Africa, Scotland, Belgium, USA and Canada.
ImaginAsian Festival More Info
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TBA Celebrate Asian heritage month with the ImaginAsian Festival, a month-long event with food, live performances and other festivities. Address: Various Venues, Calgary AB
Brazil Fest More Info
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TBA Presented by the Brazilian Community Association of Alberta, this annual event celebrates the rich culture and traditions of Brazil. Guests are treated to Feijoada, the Brazilian national dish, plus traditional music and dance.
The Gateway Address: V204, 1301 - 16 Ave NW Calgary AB Canada T2M 0L4
Carifest More Info
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TBA Summer heats up in Calgary with the annual Carifest, celebrating Caribbean culture. A variety of events are scheduled including a carnival parade, food tastings, music and dance performances and more.
Rick Hansen Wheels In Motion More Info
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TBA The seventh annual Rick Hansen Wheels In Motion, presented by Scotiabank, takes place across Canada. Wheels In Motion brings communities together and touches the lives of thousands of Canadians with spinal cord injury. Funds raised support a wide range of life-enhancing initiatives that allow people with spinal cord injury to fully participate in their community and live life to its full potential.
Campus Fair More Info
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TBA All working-to-change-the-world and no play makes for a dull campus, so please join Campus Fair – a campus wide open house.
Enjoy over 60 creative, fun and interactive exhibits plus… food, music and of course, lots of fun entertainment.
Campus Fair will bring back some favourite exhibits and introduce some new unexpected activities.
Virgin Festival 2008 More Info
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TBA This June, catch one of the biggest shows of 08 when the Virgin Festival rolls into Fort Calgary. This massive concert event will be headlined by the likes of Stone Temple Pilots and the Tragically Hip and will include shows by the Flaming Lips, Matthew Good, the New Pornographers and so many more.
Fort Calgary Address: 750 - 9th Avenue S.E Calgary AB T2P 2M5
Old School Festival More Info
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TBA Mob Hit Productions presents the Old School Festival, featuring three main events. Check website for more information.
Canadian Rockies International Rodeo (CRIR) More Info
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TBA The Canadian Rockies International Rodeo was started in 1994 as a gay rodeo and continues as an annual event, which is sanctioned by the International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA). The three-day rodeo features traditional events, such as bull riding and calf roping, as well as popular camp events, such as goat dressing and wild drag. Held on the outskirts of Calgary in late June. Address: Strathmore Calgary AB
Sled Island Festival More Info
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TBA Calgary welcomes several alternative bands at the Sled Island Festival. A complete list of venues and schedules is available online.
MacEwan Hall Address: University of Calgary Students' Union, 2500 University Drive NW Calgary AB T2N 1N4
The Calgary Jazz Festival More Info
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TBA The Calgary Jazz Association presents a Festival of Jazz with performances taking place at various venues across Calgary. Visitors can hear artists from Calgary and Vancouver, and from as far away as Cuba and Australia play everything including traditional, southern and classical jazz. Special events at the festival include the Kick-off Party and a Latin Dance Party.
The Gateway Address: V204, 1301 - 16 Ave NW Calgary AB Canada T2M 0L4
Calgary Turkish Festival More Info
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TBA This annual event takes place from 9am to 9pm at the Eau Claire Market YMCA. There is a place for everybody who wants to help this happen. People can rent a tent to sell merchandise or exibit, become a sponsor, volunteer at the festival, or just come to have some fun. Entrance to the site and stage performance is free.
Fiestaval Latin Festival More Info
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TBA Fiestaval is a 3-day free multicultural arts and entertainment festival highlighting the Latin American Culture. It is an opportunity to support Calgary’s Latin community while encouraging multiculturalism among all Calgarians. Central to its distinction is that Fiestaval is a free, family-oriented alternative for celebrating multicultural arts and entertainment in Calgary.
Bikes, Blues & BBQ Festival More Info
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TBA This blues festival features live music including such acts as Johnny V Sextet, the Steve Pineo Band, Little Voodoo, Firm Handshake and more. Other events include a show and shine, poker run, barbecue dinner and beer gardens. Address: Located off Hwy. 1 W, Springbank Road Exit, Calgary AB
Calgary Folk Music Festival More Info
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Jul 22 to Jul 25 Calgary's ever popular annual Folk Festival attracts many big names in the industry. Single-day tickets and four-day passes may be purchased at the gate, the Folk Festival Office (414 Memorial Dr. NE g), Megatunes (932 - 17 Ave. SW) or online at Ticktemaster.
Prince's Island Address: 1st Ave & 4st, or Memorial Dr & 3rd St NW Calgary AB Canada
Capoeira and Brazilian Arts Festival + My Favorites
TBA Held in various locations across the city, this annual four-day event celebrates Brazilian popular culture of all kinds. Enjoy demonstrations and competitions of the high flying Brazilian martial art called Capoeira, plus live music, dancing and more.
Kensington Sun & Salsa Festival More Info
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Jul 25 The Sun & Salsa festival gives Calgarians and visitors the chance to taste a variety of salsas created by restaurants in Kensington. The streets of the inner-city neighbourhood fill with bands, vendors, dancers and more. Pub patios get packed with revelers out to enjoy the sunshine while families and friends check out the food and fun atmosphere.
Inglewood Sunfest More Info
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TBA Established in 2003, the Inglewood Sunfest gives community residents and other Calgarians the opportunity to mix and mingle. Vendors set up along 9th Avenue SE and visitors can purchase their wares and enjoy live entertainment, food, the Family Fun Zone and the Sunfest Saloon beer garden. Address: 9th Avenue SE Calgary AB Tel: 1 403 266-6962
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Historic Calgary Week More Info
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TBA Presented by the Chinook Country Historical Society, Historic Calgary Week celebrates the city's heritage and culture. Check website for program information.
Afrikadey! Festival More Info
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TBA Celebrating African culture, Afrikadey! is one of Calgary's most popular musical festivals over the 14 years it has run. Events will take place at various venues throughout the week, finishing with a weekend of music at Prince's Island Park. Featuring African music, crafts, food and more!
Prince's Island Address: 1st Ave & 4st, or Memorial Dr & 3rd St NW Calgary AB Canada
Calgary International Blues Festival More Info
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TBA CBMA is the proud presenter of the annual Calgary Midwinter Bluesfest the last week of February, and the Calgary International Blues Festival the 1st week of August, as well as ongoing concerts, workshops & more.
Igbo Day More Info
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TBA The Igbo people of Nigeria in Calgary present this annual cultural festival. Highlights include cultural performances, dances, authentic Igbo cuisine, a fashion show, art exhibits and music.
Marda Gras More Info
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TBA The Marda Loop neighbourhood festival is quickly becoming a must-do event. Featuring live entertainment, market tables and plenty of activities for children.
Calgary Dragon Boat Festival More Info
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TBA Birch Mountain Resources has put on the Dragon Boat Races in Calgary at the Glenmore Reservoir since 1992. Every year over 70 teams from across the city and North America join together to help celebrate the festival and to learn about the culture and heritage of China.
Most teams are drawn from local associations, businesses and city organizations. They compete in women's, men's, mixed novice and mixed open divisions. Trophies, medals and victory ribbons are awarded to the finalists. Throughout the festival, spectators can enjoy additional traditional entertainment such as kung fu, Chinese dances and singing, tai chi, fashion shows, and lion dances.
Calgary Fringe Festival More Info
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TBA The Calgary Fringe Festival runs in the heart of Calgary's cultural corridor - 17th Avenue. This non-juried, uncensored artistic event will feature raw and innovative local, national, and international theatrical productions alongside street performers, musicians, film and outdoor stage events. The Calgary Fringe Festival will host indoor theatre productions, film entries, touring street performers, and musicians and musical acts. Address: 17th Ave Calgary AB Tel: 1 403 265-3378
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Vans Warped Tour More Info
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TBA Each edition of the popular summer music festival the Vans Warped Tour shapes up to be a hot and raging good time. Fans of punk and hardcore can come out to see a variety of bands.
Calgary International Reggae Festival More Info
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TBA Having celebrated its fifth year in 2007, this festival offers different activities happening throughout the week at different venues. A stellar lineup of Reggae artists from across Canada and around the world will play for 11 hours of nonstop Reggae entertainment. A kid's area will keep children entertained. There will also be art and craft vendors, Reggae food and beer garden.
Chinatown Street Festival More Info
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TBA Experience an array of colours, smells, sounds and people at the Chinatown Street Festival. There are many street vendors selling everything from jewelry to food. Various demonstrations occur, such as Tai Chi, and don't miss the parade of Chinese Dragons. Tel: 1 403 850-1805
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Taste of Calgary More Info
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TBA Taste of Calgary is Calgary's festival of fabulous food and distinguishing drinks. The festival offers sensational samples from Calgary’s finest and most unique restaurants and beverage companies.
All menu items are sample-sized, at sample-sized pricing. Admission to the festival is free with live entertainment throughout the event.
Expo Latino - Calgary Hispanic Festival More Info
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TBA This annual festival takes place on the last weekend in August. Events include opening ceremonies at Olympic Plaza, and outdoor open workshops in Salsa, Flamenco, Capoeira and other hot latin dances. The main event is Expo Latino, Calgary's hottest outdoor festival, which takes place at Prince's Island Park and features food, vendors, live entertainment and more. Address: Prince's Island Park, 1st Ave and 4 St SW Calgary AB Tel: 1 403 271-2744
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GlobalFest More Info
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TBA GlobalFest is a celebration of multi-culturalism and diversity. Activities include the OneWorld Festival, the Calgary Foundation Centennial World Stage and the world class International Fireworks Competition. Enjoy traditional cuisine, live entertainment, displays, arts, crafts and more. The festivities take place at the corner of 17th Avenue and 60th Street SE in Elliston Park.
Calgary Highland Games More Info
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TBA For a wee bit of fun, enjoy the Calgary Highland Games for all things Scottish. The games feature highland dancing, traditional heavy events, Scottish food samples, and of course, the pipes. Address: Shouldice Park Calgary AB Tel: 1 403 283-8743
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Expo Latino More Info
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TBA Presented by the Hispanic Arts Society, the Expo Latino brings together talented bands and dancers from across Canada in a spectacular Latin showcase at Prince's Island Park.
Prince's Island Address: 1st Ave & 4st, or Memorial Dr & 3rd St NW Calgary AB Canada
C-Jazz Carnivale More Info
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TBA Since 2000, Calgarians have had the opportunity to see and hear a huge array of jazz artists from across the world during the C-Jazz Festival.
The Gateway Address: V204, 1301 - 16 Ave NW Calgary AB Canada T2M 0L4
Stephen Avenue Walk Address: 8 Avenue between Macleod Trail SE and 3 Street SW Calgary AB
Calgary Arts and Tattoo Festival More Info
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TBA Established in 2004, the Calgary Arts and Tattoo Festival is expanding this year to include over 100 artists from across Canada and the rest of the world. A number of other art forms will be on display including sculpture and painting, and the festival will also include all things related to and associated with tattoo culture including choppers, fashion, hotrods and more. A number of local vendors will be onsite for the duration of the festival.
BMO Centre Address: 20 Roundup Way SE Calgary AB CAN
BBQ On The Bow More Info
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TBA BBQ On The Bow Society will host the Annual BBQ On The Bow Festival from 10:30am to 5:30pm at Eau Claire Festival Market. Canada’s Oldest BBQ Competition “Home of the Alberta BBQ Championships”.
Saturday afternoon hosts the Judging for the BBQ Sauce and Chef's Choice Competitions.
Then Sunday kicks-off with Main Stage Entertainment featuring local concert bands, Stampede Talent Search winners, top Canadian blues musicians and bands.
Other festival activities include Children’s Craft Tent, a BBQ Food Pit & Coffee Concession, Alberta Producer's BBQ demos, Street Zone and General Store - goods for sale to the public.
Open to the public - Free Admission Eau Claire Festival Market - free street parking Sunday .
Ming Short Film Festival More Info
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TBA The Second Annual Ming Film Festival gives locals the chance to show off movie-making skills and maybe bring in some extra cash. Films are screened during the last two weeks of August and prizes are awarded September 13th.
Artcity Festival More Info
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TBA The Artcity Festival has over 50 participating galleries in and around Calgary's downtown showcasing works by local and national artists through various displays and exhibits. Tel: 1 403 781-1700
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Calgary International Improv Festival More Info
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TBA The Calgary International Improv Festival takes place at the Epcor Centre. Improv troupes from Los Angeles, Vancouver, Edmonton and Calgary will showcase their new works over 4 days. Come to the Calgary Premiere of "Women In Improv" on opening night wed sept 30 with special guest director from Melbourne Australia, Patti Stiles.
Fluid Movement Arts Festival More Info
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TBA The Fluid Movement Arts Festival is designed to bring attention to contemporary performance arts while showcasing the fluidity between dance, film, spoken word and more.
Rocky Mountain Food & Wine Festival - Calgary More Info
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TBA The Rocky Mountain Wine & Food Festival is Alberta’s premier food and wine sampling event. Its social, relaxed atmosphere invites consumers to enjoy and array of samples of international wines, port, scotch, liqueurs, beer, spirits, as well as delicious food samples prepared by Calgary’s local restaurants and hotels. New this year, Rocky Mountain Wine & Food Festival offers an exclusive chance to try the winners of the Wine Access 2009 International Value Wine Awards - a competition that seeks out the best wines under $25.
Attendees will also have the opportunity to win exciting Early Bird Contests and Door Prizes.
A portion of the proceeds will be donated to create CULINARY SCHOLARSHIPS at SAIT and NAIT. Address: Stampede Park's BMO Centre, Halls A & B Calgary AB Tel: 1 403 228-0777
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Wordfest: International Writers Festival More Info
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TBA Aiming to bring readers and writers together, Wordfest was started by Mount Royal College, the Banff Centre, the Calgary Public Library, and the Writers' Guild of Alberta. At numerous venues throughout Calgary and Banff, authors read from their works in a celebration of the spoken and written word. Address: Epcor Centre for the Performing Arts, 2nd Floor, Calgary Public Building, 205 8th Ave SW Calgary Tel: 1 403 294-7462
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