Calgary Festivals
What is going on in Calgary, Alberta? Check out this list of festivals: film, music, food, theatre, art and family-friendly festivals. If it is happening in Calgary, it is listed here.
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Feb 09 to Feb 11, Feb 16 to Feb 18, Feb 23 to Feb 25
Dancers' Studio West presents the annual Alberta Dance Festival, Contemporary Dance and Canadian Composers. This will be a three week festival showcasing Alberta choreographers and artists.
Dancers' Studio West presents the annual Alberta Dance Festival, Contemporary Dance and Canadian Composers. This will be a three week festival showcasing Alberta choreographers and artists.
- Dancers' Studio West Theatre Address: 2007 10 Ave SW Rear Calgary AB T3C 0K4
Feb 13 to Feb 15
Picture this...film festival is Canada's first international disability festival.
There are 80 new film entries for the festival.
Picture this...film festival is Canada's first international disability festival.
There are 80 new film entries for the festival.
Feb 20 to Feb 25
A week long festival held yearly at various indoor venues around Calgary showcasing the blues by way of workshops, jams, dances and concerts. Beat the winter blahs by enjoying the blues!
A week long festival held yearly at various indoor venues around Calgary showcasing the blues by way of workshops, jams, dances and concerts. Beat the winter blahs by enjoying the blues!
Feb 20
10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Loose Moose Theatre at Crossroads Market.
Bring the whole family out for this fun family event! It’s a hands-on, interactive day! Operate a camera, make a Claymation movie or puppet, learn how to apply special effects movie make-up, see how reptiles are trained for movies or relax and enjoy the shows. Tickets from $7. Order your tickets online.
10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Loose Moose Theatre at Crossroads Market.
Bring the whole family out for this fun family event! It’s a hands-on, interactive day! Operate a camera, make a Claymation movie or puppet, learn how to apply special effects movie make-up, see how reptiles are trained for movies or relax and enjoy the shows. Tickets from $7. Order your tickets online.
- Loose Moose Theatre Company Address: Crossroads Market, 1235 - 26th Ave. S.E. Calgary AB
Feb 20
Looking for fun, FREE, family entertainment right here in Calgary? Bring the whole family down to TD Winterfest at Olympic Plaza on Family Day from 11a.m. – 5p.m. You’ll be treated to live music, live ice sculpting, ice café, snowman and ice castle building. Meet, skate with and have your photo taken with Hockey Greats Jamie Macoun and Colin Patterson! Enter our Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP) contest for your chance to win one of three $250 RESPs. Bring your skates and bundle up – it’ll be a great day for the whole family!
Looking for fun, FREE, family entertainment right here in Calgary? Bring the whole family down to TD Winterfest at Olympic Plaza on Family Day from 11a.m. – 5p.m. You’ll be treated to live music, live ice sculpting, ice café, snowman and ice castle building. Meet, skate with and have your photo taken with Hockey Greats Jamie Macoun and Colin Patterson! Enter our Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP) contest for your chance to win one of three $250 RESPs. Bring your skates and bundle up – it’ll be a great day for the whole family!
- Olympic Plaza Address: 228 8 Ave SE Calgary AB CA
Feb 24 to Feb 25
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.
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.
- Stampede Park Address: Stampede Park, 2300 Stampede Trail SE Calgary AB Canada T2P 2K8
Mar 01 to Mar 03
The Calgary Society of Independent Filmmakers is proud to present the 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!
The Calgary Society of Independent Filmmakers is proud to present the 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
Apr 04, Apr 17 to Apr 22
The Annual Calgary Spoken Word Festival is back! Presenting the most eclectic and exotic collection of Spoken Word artists in Banff & Calgary. With one of the hottest line ups we’ve had, this festival will storm the area with phenomenal poetry! Performances. Panels. Discussions. School Visits. Workshops. Something for everyone!
The Annual Calgary Spoken Word Festival is back! Presenting the most eclectic and exotic collection of Spoken Word artists in Banff & Calgary. With one of the hottest line ups we’ve had, this festival will storm the area with phenomenal poetry! Performances. Panels. Discussions. School Visits. Workshops. Something for everyone!
- John Dutton Theatre, W.R. Castell Central Library Address: 616 Macleod Trail S.E. Calgary AB
- Cathedral Church of the Redeemer Address: 7 Ave and 1 St S.E.
- Auburn Saloon Address: 163 9th Ave SE Calgary AB CAN T2G 0P5
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Bid on original works of art and distinctive vintage wines at three different events during this festival. This is the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra’s signature fundraiser.
Bid on original works of art and distinctive vintage wines at three different events during this festival. This is the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra’s signature fundraiser.
Apr 16 to Apr 22
The Calgary Underground Film Festival (CUFF) is dedicated to showcasing independent films that are provocative and even bizarre. Contemporary works are shown from all categories of film including feature, animation, documentary and short. For something different, check out CUFF.
The Calgary Underground Film Festival (CUFF) is dedicated to showcasing independent films that are provocative and even bizarre. Contemporary works are shown from all categories of film including feature, animation, documentary and short. For something different, check out CUFF.
- Plaza Theatre Address: 1133 Kensington Rd NW Calgary AB T2N 3P4
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Mob Hit Productions presents the Old School Festival, featuring three main events. Check website for more information.
Mob Hit Productions presents the Old School Festival, featuring three main events. Check website for more information.
- Vertigo Mystery Theatre Address: 161, 115 - 9 Avenue SE Calgary AB T2P 0P5
- Palomino Smokehouse and Social Club Address: 109 - 7 Ave SW Calgary AB Canada
- Cafe Koi Address: #100, 1011 - 1st Street SW Calgary AB CAN T2R 0T8
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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.
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.
- Thorncliffe Greenview Community Centre Address: 5600 Centre St. NW Calgary AB CA T2K 0A1
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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. While the 2010 event is officially cancelled, some venues will still proceed with shows as planned. In addition, Calgary Jazz Festival pass holders are offered free all access passes to the Sled Island Film Festival, June 24-29.
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. While the 2010 event is officially cancelled, some venues will still proceed with shows as planned. In addition, Calgary Jazz Festival pass holders are offered free all access passes to the Sled Island Film Festival, June 24-29.
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This adults-only event includes Canadian beer sampling, a BBQ dinner and the Great Canadian Race Through the Zoo. Bring comfy shoes for walking quickly in. 7pm to midnight.
This adults-only event includes Canadian beer sampling, a BBQ dinner and the Great Canadian Race Through the Zoo. Bring comfy shoes for walking quickly in. 7pm to midnight.
- Calgary Zoo Address: 1300 Zoo Road (access via Memorial Drive) Calgary AB T2M 4R8
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Pure Potentials is pleased to present...A FESTIVAL OF HEALTH & WELLNESS
Join us for this unique one day conference that will feature 10 different prominent leaders in all areas of health & wellness.
As a participant you get to customize your day by choosing 4 different fun, interactive and highly informative workshops and enjoy a delicious lunch provided by the Marriott Hotel. We have goodie bags for everyone and door prizes galore. Some of our prize sponsors include Planet Organic and Edges Salon. We will also have great vendors present if you want to do a little shopping - vendors such as Divine Mine, Healthy Coffee, The Bodo Store and many more. Book early as we only have 100 tickets available.
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Festival of Health & Wellness
9 am - 4 pm at the Calgary Marriott Hotel (110 - 9 Ave SE)
Tickets are $79.95 each and include workshops, materials, lunch, goodie bags, snacks and much more
For tickets or more info contact us at 403-288-8898 or www.purepotentials.ca
Pure Potentials is pleased to present...A FESTIVAL OF HEALTH & WELLNESS
Join us for this unique one day conference that will feature 10 different prominent leaders in all areas of health & wellness.
As a participant you get to customize your day by choosing 4 different fun, interactive and highly informative workshops and enjoy a delicious lunch provided by the Marriott Hotel. We have goodie bags for everyone and door prizes galore. Some of our prize sponsors include Planet Organic and Edges Salon. We will also have great vendors present if you want to do a little shopping - vendors such as Divine Mine, Healthy Coffee, The Bodo Store and many more. Book early as we only have 100 tickets available.
Details:
Festival of Health & Wellness
9 am - 4 pm at the Calgary Marriott Hotel (110 - 9 Ave SE)
Tickets are $79.95 each and include workshops, materials, lunch, goodie bags, snacks and much more
For tickets or more info contact us at 403-288-8898 or www.purepotentials.ca
- Chiropractic, Sport and Muscle Clinic Address: 552A Northmount Drive NW Calgary AB Canada T2K 3J2
May 22 to May 26
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.
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.
- Epcor Centre for the Performing Arts Address: 205 8th Avenue S.E. Calgary AB T2G 0K9
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Otafest showcases Japanese animation and aims to address the importance of opposites; the yin and yang of East Asian culture.
Otafest showcases Japanese animation and aims to address the importance of opposites; the yin and yang of East Asian culture.
- University of Calgary Address: 2500 University Dr NW Calgary AB T2N 1N4
May 27
The Lilac Festival is a street fair on 4th Street SW (Mission District) 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.
The Lilac Festival is a street fair on 4th Street SW (Mission District) 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.
- Calgary Address:
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Big Rock brewery is proud to partner with Empire Collection and Ginger Laurier to create Bootyfest, a party that raises much needed funds for the Ssubi Foundation. . The Ssubi Foundation was established to help eradicate poverty in Uganda through educational initiatives and micro-financing.
Bootyfest is a great party with all the essential ingredients: shopping, drinking, eating, and fantastic tunes for a great cause. A $50 ticket ($55 at the door) gets entrance into the party, where you can purchase fantastic designer denim and outfits from the Empire Collection and Ginger Laurier at a great price
Big Rock brewery is proud to partner with Empire Collection and Ginger Laurier to create Bootyfest, a party that raises much needed funds for the Ssubi Foundation. . The Ssubi Foundation was established to help eradicate poverty in Uganda through educational initiatives and micro-financing.
Bootyfest is a great party with all the essential ingredients: shopping, drinking, eating, and fantastic tunes for a great cause. A $50 ticket ($55 at the door) gets entrance into the party, where you can purchase fantastic designer denim and outfits from the Empire Collection and Ginger Laurier at a great price
- Big Rock Brewery Address: 5555 - 76th Avenue S.E. Calgary AB CAN T2C 4L8
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Beerfest Calgary features a variety of beer from around the world in this two day event. Live entertainment and games are also on offer.
Beerfest Calgary features a variety of beer from around the world in this two day event. Live entertainment and games are also on offer.
- Big Four Building Address: 1410 Olympic Way SE, Stampede Park Calgary AB CAN T2P 2K8
May 31 to Jun 10
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.
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.
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Plaza Pass: $99 (+ service charge).
Plaza Pass: $99 (+ service charge).
- Plaza Theatre Address: 1133 Kensington Rd NW Calgary AB T2N 3P4
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Celebrate Asian heritage month with the ImaginAsian Festival, a month-long event with food, live performances and other festivities.
Celebrate Asian heritage month with the ImaginAsian Festival, a month-long event with food, live performances and other festivities.
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The Calgary Bicycle Festival and ‘Ride-the-Road Tour’ are in Stanley Park. Learn how you can promote active and sustainable transportation.
The Calgary Bicycle Festival and ‘Ride-the-Road Tour’ are in Stanley Park. Learn how you can promote active and sustainable transportation.
- Stanley Park Address: 4011 1A St. SW Calgary AB CA
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The second annual Calgary Ukrainian Festival is June 4 & 5 at the Acadia Recreation Complex. The two-day festival features the colourful choreography of local dance groups, Calgary' folk vocal ensembles, art show & sale and children's craft area. Get a taste of Ukrainian hospitality by sampling cuisine such as pyrohy (perogies), washed down by imported vodka and beer. Saturday night at 8 p.m., party Ukrainian-style at the zabava, with two live bands.
The second annual Calgary Ukrainian Festival is June 4 & 5 at the Acadia Recreation Complex. The two-day festival features the colourful choreography of local dance groups, Calgary' folk vocal ensembles, art show & sale and children's craft area. Get a taste of Ukrainian hospitality by sampling cuisine such as pyrohy (perogies), washed down by imported vodka and beer. Saturday night at 8 p.m., party Ukrainian-style at the zabava, with two live bands.
- Acadia Recreation Complex Address: 240-90th Ave SE Calgary AB CA T2J 6P6
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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.
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.
- Shaw Millennium Skatepark Calgary Address: 1220 9th Ave SW Calgary AB Canada
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Sage Theatre presents the Ignite festival, featuring multi-disciplinary performances by emerging artists.
Sage Theatre presents the Ignite festival, featuring multi-disciplinary performances by emerging artists.
- Pumphouse Theatres Address: 2140 Pumphouse Avenue SW Calgary AB
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This family friendly event is a celebration of all things cycling and will feature clinics, a biking scavenger hunt, cycling and community vendors, and opportunities to demo new bikes. We cyclists love to share our knowledge and experience and this is a great opportunity to connect with other cycling enthusiasts!
This family friendly event is a celebration of all things cycling and will feature clinics, a biking scavenger hunt, cycling and community vendors, and opportunities to demo new bikes. We cyclists love to share our knowledge and experience and this is a great opportunity to connect with other cycling enthusiasts!
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This annual music festival features performances from world renowned musicians. This event takes place at the Rozsa Centre at the University of Calgary.
This annual music festival features performances from world renowned musicians. This event takes place at the Rozsa Centre at the University of Calgary.
- Rozsa Centre Address: 2500 University Drive N.W. Calgary AB T2N 1N4
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Did you know that three billion people – almost half of the world’s population, live on less than $2 per day?
The World Partnership Walk is Canada’s largest annual event dedicated to increasing awareness and funds to fight global poverty. For over 25 years, Canadians have been participating in the Walk and have improved the lives and livelihoods of thousands of people in Asia and Africa by raising more than $50 Million. An initiative of Aga Khan Foundation Canada, the Walk is a meaningful way for you to be part of the solution to global poverty. 100% of funds raised go directly to poverty alleviating programs, including health, education, rural development and supporting community-based organizations.
The walk is a fun, family event. Find out about Canada’s role in international development at the Global Village, enjoy beats from around the world at the World Music Playoffs, and take steps towards social change along a 5K route. There is no cost to register or walk. Join us at the Enmax Stage, at Prince's Island Park. A better world is within walking distance!
Did you know that three billion people – almost half of the world’s population, live on less than $2 per day?
The World Partnership Walk is Canada’s largest annual event dedicated to increasing awareness and funds to fight global poverty. For over 25 years, Canadians have been participating in the Walk and have improved the lives and livelihoods of thousands of people in Asia and Africa by raising more than $50 Million. An initiative of Aga Khan Foundation Canada, the Walk is a meaningful way for you to be part of the solution to global poverty. 100% of funds raised go directly to poverty alleviating programs, including health, education, rural development and supporting community-based organizations.
The walk is a fun, family event. Find out about Canada’s role in international development at the Global Village, enjoy beats from around the world at the World Music Playoffs, and take steps towards social change along a 5K route. There is no cost to register or walk. Join us at the Enmax Stage, at Prince's Island Park. A better world is within walking distance!
- Prince's Island Address: 1st Ave & 4st, or Memorial Dr & 3rd St NW Calgary AB Canada
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A celebration of paddling that aims to expose as many people as possible to the enjoyment and safety of paddle sports. From novice to expert, all paddlers are welcome.
A celebration of paddling that aims to expose as many people as possible to the enjoyment and safety of paddle sports. From novice to expert, all paddlers are welcome.
- Carburn Park Address: 8925 Riverview Dr. SE Calgary AB CA
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Join us for the annual Greek Festival, featuring great food, live music, dancing and fun for the whole family.
Join us for the annual Greek Festival, featuring great food, live music, dancing and fun for the whole family.
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Calgary welcomes several alternative bands at the Sled Island Festival. A complete list of venues and schedules is available online.
Calgary welcomes several alternative bands at the Sled Island Festival. A complete list of venues and schedules is available online.
- Olympic Plaza Address: 228 8 Ave SE Calgary AB CA
- Knox United Church Address: 506 - 4th Street SW Calgary AB Canada
- MacEwan Hall Address: University of Calgary Students' Union, 2500 University Drive NW Calgary AB T2N 1N4
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Family Day Out 'McKenzie Frenzie' features a parade and pancake breakfast and a carnival of activities including Wii tent, bounce houses, monster trucks, beer gardens and live band from 12pm, McKenzie Idol Talent contest, Movie in the Gym door open at 6pm, admission $4 at the gate, 4 years and under free!
Family Day Out 'McKenzie Frenzie' features a parade and pancake breakfast and a carnival of activities including Wii tent, bounce houses, monster trucks, beer gardens and live band from 12pm, McKenzie Idol Talent contest, Movie in the Gym door open at 6pm, admission $4 at the gate, 4 years and under free!
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All summer long, enjoy the sun, the park and Mount Royal College's energizing interpretations of a number of Shakespeare's classic plays.
All summer long, enjoy the sun, the park and Mount Royal College's energizing interpretations of a number of Shakespeare's classic plays.
- Prince's Island Address: 1st Ave & 4st, or Memorial Dr & 3rd St NW Calgary AB Canada
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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.
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.
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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.
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.
- YMCA Calgary Eau Claire Address: 1st Ave and 3rd St SW Calgary AB CAN
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Ride Through Time
Patchworks: Our Common Threads of History.
Lougheed House 10-4 p.m.
The event will be highlighted by multicultural activities for the whole family.
Planned performances include members from the Chinese Cultural Center, Blackfoot Crossing, Sandbox Theatre, Southern Stardust Swing Band and many more. The event will feature many family friendly activities including crafts and exhibits and the Parks Canada Big Beaver.
Ride Through Time
Patchworks: Our Common Threads of History.
Lougheed House 10-4 p.m.
The event will be highlighted by multicultural activities for the whole family.
Planned performances include members from the Chinese Cultural Center, Blackfoot Crossing, Sandbox Theatre, Southern Stardust Swing Band and many more. The event will feature many family friendly activities including crafts and exhibits and the Parks Canada Big Beaver.
- Lougheed House Address: 707 - 13 Avenue SW Calgary AB Canada T2R 0K8
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Fiestaval is a 2-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.
Fiestaval is a 2-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.
- Calgary Olympic Plaza Address: 228 8th Avenue S.E. Calgary AB
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The Sun & Salsa festival gives Calgarians and visitors the chance to taste a variety of salsas created by restaurants in Kensington for the salsa tasting competition.
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, they can also head to the Children's Carnival area for family orientated fun. Don't forget to also check out the King of Kensington Strongman Competition and the Miss Sun & Salsa Pageant.
More information and photos of the festival are available on the website.
The Sun & Salsa festival gives Calgarians and visitors the chance to taste a variety of salsas created by restaurants in Kensington for the salsa tasting competition.
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, they can also head to the Children's Carnival area for family orientated fun. Don't forget to also check out the King of Kensington Strongman Competition and the Miss Sun & Salsa Pageant.
More information and photos of the festival are available on the website.
- Kensington Address: Kensington Calgary AB CAN
Jul 26 to Jul 29
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.
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
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On July 30th celebrate summer with the Inglewood Sunfest. Ninth Avenue will be transformed into an Urban Carnival with vendors, food stands, and artists of all stripes entertaining you all the way down the street.
Bringing the family? Check out the huge kids area complete with bouncy tents.
Hockey fan? Grab your friends and make a hockey team to compete for the championship Street Hockey title.
Into Cars? You’ll love all these restored vintage beauties. Vote for your favourite to crown the ‘Best of the Fest’ vintage car.
Have a treasured heirloom? Sunfest has a rare opportunity for you. Bring down your treasured antiques for a free appraisal.
Love fashion? See the hottest fashions in this not to be missed fashion show.
Hungry? There’ll be a food booth for any appetite. Really hungry? With a taste for both sweets and thrills? Sign up for the pie-eating contest and see if you can be Calgary’s fastest eater.
Sunfest. It’s a full day of food, fun and excitement. Come check it out and celebrate summer with us.
On July 30th celebrate summer with the Inglewood Sunfest. Ninth Avenue will be transformed into an Urban Carnival with vendors, food stands, and artists of all stripes entertaining you all the way down the street.
Bringing the family? Check out the huge kids area complete with bouncy tents.
Hockey fan? Grab your friends and make a hockey team to compete for the championship Street Hockey title.
Into Cars? You’ll love all these restored vintage beauties. Vote for your favourite to crown the ‘Best of the Fest’ vintage car.
Have a treasured heirloom? Sunfest has a rare opportunity for you. Bring down your treasured antiques for a free appraisal.
Love fashion? See the hottest fashions in this not to be missed fashion show.
Hungry? There’ll be a food booth for any appetite. Really hungry? With a taste for both sweets and thrills? Sign up for the pie-eating contest and see if you can be Calgary’s fastest eater.
Sunfest. It’s a full day of food, fun and excitement. Come check it out and celebrate summer with us.
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Presented by the Chinook Country Historical Society, Historic Calgary Week celebrates the city's heritage and culture. Check website for program information.
Presented by the Chinook Country Historical Society, Historic Calgary Week celebrates the city's heritage and culture. Check website for program information.
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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.
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.
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Brentwood Community Gardening Group has partnered with The City of Calgary’s Community and Neighbourhood Services to expand on last year’s successful Garden Party formula by adding a Community Resource Fair. This free, public event will take place from 12-4 p.m. at the Brentwood Community Garden.
The purpose of the event is to strengthen neighbourly ties within the Calgary community at large while highlighting for Brentwood residents many of the resources available within the Brentwood Community.
The afternoon will feature fun and informative gardening activities for all ages, mini golf, musical entertainment, a youth Guitar Hero competition, and dance demonstrations.
As well there will be a Kiddies’ Corner featuring a bouncy house, face painting and balloon artists. Participants who wear a handmade gardening hat can enter their name to win a prize basket full of goodies. The community resource fair will feature both well known Brentwood resources such as Nosehill Library as well as less well known Brentwood groups such as the Golden Gavel Toastmaster’s Group. A proposed Food Fair will serve to draw attention to many of the local restaurants in the area.
Brentwood Community Gardening Group has partnered with The City of Calgary’s Community and Neighbourhood Services to expand on last year’s successful Garden Party formula by adding a Community Resource Fair. This free, public event will take place from 12-4 p.m. at the Brentwood Community Garden.
The purpose of the event is to strengthen neighbourly ties within the Calgary community at large while highlighting for Brentwood residents many of the resources available within the Brentwood Community.
The afternoon will feature fun and informative gardening activities for all ages, mini golf, musical entertainment, a youth Guitar Hero competition, and dance demonstrations.
As well there will be a Kiddies’ Corner featuring a bouncy house, face painting and balloon artists. Participants who wear a handmade gardening hat can enter their name to win a prize basket full of goodies. The community resource fair will feature both well known Brentwood resources such as Nosehill Library as well as less well known Brentwood groups such as the Golden Gavel Toastmaster’s Group. A proposed Food Fair will serve to draw attention to many of the local restaurants in the area.
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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.
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.
- Glenmore Reservoir Address: . Calgary AB CA
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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.
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.
- Calgary Address:
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The Marda Loop neighbourhood festival is quickly becoming a must-do event. Featuring live entertainment, market tables and plenty of activities for children.
The Marda Loop neighbourhood festival is quickly becoming a must-do event. Featuring live entertainment, market tables and plenty of activities for children.
- Calgary Address:
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Classical GuitarFest West
A week of ‘guitar immersion’ in the Southern Alberta foothills, guaranteed to excite and inspire young guitar students and emerging classical guitar performers aged 13 and older with a minium Grade 4 RCM.
The program focuses on developing solo performance skills through private lessons and open masterclasses, preparing the student for a performance at week’s end. Students also have the opportunity to observe faculty performances in three evening concerts during the week.
The week’s activities include daily ensemble coaching and students are encouraged to register as groups. Students who do not have a working ensemble may request to be placed in a group. All groups will receive coaching on interpretation and presentation, and performances that are sufficiently prepared will be programmed on the student recital.
Other activities include; ‘Finger Aerobics’, ‘Yoga for the practise room’ and a Flamenco workshop. Classes developed to help us remember how to have fun while developing good skills.
No self-respecting Classical Guitarist will want to miss this. Yee-haw!
Classical GuitarFest West
A week of ‘guitar immersion’ in the Southern Alberta foothills, guaranteed to excite and inspire young guitar students and emerging classical guitar performers aged 13 and older with a minium Grade 4 RCM.
The program focuses on developing solo performance skills through private lessons and open masterclasses, preparing the student for a performance at week’s end. Students also have the opportunity to observe faculty performances in three evening concerts during the week.
The week’s activities include daily ensemble coaching and students are encouraged to register as groups. Students who do not have a working ensemble may request to be placed in a group. All groups will receive coaching on interpretation and presentation, and performances that are sufficiently prepared will be programmed on the student recital.
Other activities include; ‘Finger Aerobics’, ‘Yoga for the practise room’ and a Flamenco workshop. Classes developed to help us remember how to have fun while developing good skills.
No self-respecting Classical Guitarist will want to miss this. Yee-haw!
- Mount Royal University Calgary Address: 4825 Richard Rd SW Calgary AB CAN T3E 6K6
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Celebrating African culture, Afrikadey! is one of Calgary's most popular musical festivals over the 20 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!
Celebrating African culture, Afrikadey! is one of Calgary's most popular musical festivals over the 20 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!
- Calgary Address:
- Calgary Olympic Plaza Address: 228 8th Avenue S.E. Calgary AB
- Prince's Island Address: 1st Ave & 4st, or Memorial Dr & 3rd St NW Calgary AB Canada
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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.
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.
- Chinatown, Calgary Address: Centre Street South Calgary AB
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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.
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.
- Thorncliffe Greenview Community Centre Address: 5600 Centre St. NW Calgary AB CA T2K 0A1
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This festival will be taking place all over Calgary and is a collaborative festival encouraging people to engage more with the city. Founded in 2008, this festival is fun for all ages and is free. Some of the activities include mini-golf, treasure hunt, workshops, games, food, music and more.
This festival will be taking place all over Calgary and is a collaborative festival encouraging people to engage more with the city. Founded in 2008, this festival is fun for all ages and is free. Some of the activities include mini-golf, treasure hunt, workshops, games, food, music and more.
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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.
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.
- Eau Claire Address: 200 Barclay Parade SW Calgary AB CAN T2P 4R5
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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.
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.
- Shaw Millennium Skatepark Calgary Address: 1220 9th Ave SW Calgary AB Canada
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Xfest Calgary will take place at Fort Calgary and will feature musical performances by Jane's Addiction, Weezer, Social Distortion, House of Pain, and more. This is an all ages show and the festival will take place rain or shine.
Xfest Calgary will take place at Fort Calgary and will feature musical performances by Jane's Addiction, Weezer, Social Distortion, House of Pain, and more. This is an all ages show and the festival will take place rain or shine.
- Fort Calgary Address: 750 - 9th Avenue S.E Calgary AB T2P 2M5
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Annual Bow River Flow invites Calgarians to Flow and Roll, Play and from 10-5pm.
Through citizen-led programming that incorporates cycling culture, local music and art, a kid's zone, participatory processions, fitness activities, and an appreciation of the Bow River, this event inspires Calgarians to contribute to our dynamic city.
Meeting point:
7 St Memorial Drive NW
6 tune stations around 5km route
live music from 11 am - 3:30 pm.
Annual Bow River Flow invites Calgarians to Flow and Roll, Play and from 10-5pm.
Through citizen-led programming that incorporates cycling culture, local music and art, a kid's zone, participatory processions, fitness activities, and an appreciation of the Bow River, this event inspires Calgarians to contribute to our dynamic city.
Meeting point:
7 St Memorial Drive NW
6 tune stations around 5km route
live music from 11 am - 3:30 pm.
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The Annual Rooftop Lobster Fest takes place at West Restaurant and Bar. Price of ticket includes lobster dinner and Rickard's beer. The festival will be held inside if it is raining.
The Annual Rooftop Lobster Fest takes place at West Restaurant and Bar. Price of ticket includes lobster dinner and Rickard's beer. The festival will be held inside if it is raining.
- West Restaurant & Bar Address: 225 7 Ave SW Calgary AB CAN
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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.
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.
- Elliston Park Address: 1827 68 St. SE Calgary AB CA
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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.
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.
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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.
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.
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The idea of the Francophone Multicultural Festival of Calgary arises of two reasons:
1. Cultural
A community that tries to keep its French roots, the authorities' determination to enhance and promote the mosaic and specific cultural heritage is an obvious element that has for now found an echo in Calgary in connection with the wealth of a cultural heritage likely unique in Canada.
2. Visibility
To show our culture to others but also learn to be ourself, be aware of its strength, come together to build, to legitimize ourself, share with others our values and our cultural diversity. This year festival will include the following activities:
1. Multi-arts pavilions run by artisans from Francophone countries and living in Calgary (EX: Algeria, Burundi, Congo, France, Haiti, Vietnam, Mauritius, Quebec, etc.);
2. Food kiosks to showcase the culinary delights of the Francophones (EX: Quebec, France, Haiti and Africa);
3. Kid's Corner: This area will be presented in collaboration with the SPEFSA and Centre de Ressources Francothèque. It will include: Inflatable games, professional makeup artist (face painting) and storytelling for younger;
4. The artistic program: Francophone artists from Calgary, Alberta, Canada and an international group artist. Emphasis will be on local artists.
5. Francophone Resources: A special area will be present to the public to discover French-language services available in Calgary. (Ex: School Boards, Francophone organizations based in Calgary, Ethnocultural associations, etc.)
The idea of the Francophone Multicultural Festival of Calgary arises of two reasons:
1. Cultural
A community that tries to keep its French roots, the authorities' determination to enhance and promote the mosaic and specific cultural heritage is an obvious element that has for now found an echo in Calgary in connection with the wealth of a cultural heritage likely unique in Canada.
2. Visibility
To show our culture to others but also learn to be ourself, be aware of its strength, come together to build, to legitimize ourself, share with others our values and our cultural diversity. This year festival will include the following activities:
1. Multi-arts pavilions run by artisans from Francophone countries and living in Calgary (EX: Algeria, Burundi, Congo, France, Haiti, Vietnam, Mauritius, Quebec, etc.);
2. Food kiosks to showcase the culinary delights of the Francophones (EX: Quebec, France, Haiti and Africa);
3. Kid's Corner: This area will be presented in collaboration with the SPEFSA and Centre de Ressources Francothèque. It will include: Inflatable games, professional makeup artist (face painting) and storytelling for younger;
4. The artistic program: Francophone artists from Calgary, Alberta, Canada and an international group artist. Emphasis will be on local artists.
5. Francophone Resources: A special area will be present to the public to discover French-language services available in Calgary. (Ex: School Boards, Francophone organizations based in Calgary, Ethnocultural associations, etc.)
- Stanley Park Address: 4011 1A St. SW Calgary AB CA
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BBQ On The Bow Society will host the Annual BBQ On The Bow Festival from 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 .
BBQ On The Bow Society will host the Annual BBQ On The Bow Festival from 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 .
- Eau Claire Calgary Address: 101 - 3 St. Calgary AB
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This is the official start of the 2011 CCC Games!
Pep Rally Sponsor: Plains Midstream
Torch Relay Sponsor: ATCO Gas
Eau Claire Festival Market
11:30am - 12:30pm
Free Lunch courtesy of indulge Catering.
12:30pm -1:00pm
Ceremony
ATCO Gas will award a free BBQ to the torch relay team with the most spirit.
Ceremony will be hosted by Heath Brown from CTV.
Six (6) representatives from each Divisional Spirit winning company will run the last leg of the torch relay.
Cheryl Bernard, 2010 Olympic Silver Medalist with the Canadian Curling team, will read the Athlete's Oath and light the cauldron signifying the start of the 2011 Games.
This is the official start of the 2011 CCC Games!
Pep Rally Sponsor: Plains Midstream
Torch Relay Sponsor: ATCO Gas
Eau Claire Festival Market
11:30am - 12:30pm
Free Lunch courtesy of indulge Catering.
12:30pm -1:00pm
Ceremony
ATCO Gas will award a free BBQ to the torch relay team with the most spirit.
Ceremony will be hosted by Heath Brown from CTV.
Six (6) representatives from each Divisional Spirit winning company will run the last leg of the torch relay.
Cheryl Bernard, 2010 Olympic Silver Medalist with the Canadian Curling team, will read the Athlete's Oath and light the cauldron signifying the start of the 2011 Games.
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Paul Hinman MLA invites you to come by to enjoy complimentary Taber Corn and meet your neighbours, community associations and local businesses along with other special guests.
Paul Hinman MLA invites you to come by to enjoy complimentary Taber Corn and meet your neighbours, community associations and local businesses along with other special guests.
- Glenmore Park South Address: 90 Ave & 24 St. SW Calgary AB CA
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The Haultain and First Street Festival is a free community-based event held in the heart of Victoria Park along vibrant First Street SW (between 12 and 15 Avenues) and in Haultain Park - Calgary’s newest urban park and playground. The festival seeks to showcase the very best of community, sustainability, and the urban experience. This is one of the last festivals of the summer, and a great way to finish off the season! This year's event is featuring Calgary’s Market Collective along with local foods, live performances, and a host of interesting ideas around sustainability and innovative urban living.
The Haultain and First Street Festival is a free community-based event held in the heart of Victoria Park along vibrant First Street SW (between 12 and 15 Avenues) and in Haultain Park - Calgary’s newest urban park and playground. The festival seeks to showcase the very best of community, sustainability, and the urban experience. This is one of the last festivals of the summer, and a great way to finish off the season! This year's event is featuring Calgary’s Market Collective along with local foods, live performances, and a host of interesting ideas around sustainability and innovative urban living.
- Victoria Park Address: Between 6 Street SE and 2 Street SW and between 10 Ave and 17 Ave Calgary AB
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The Wellspring Calgary triWELLathon is a wellness triathlon for the mind, body and spirit. Try sessions in yoga, dance, exercise, tai chi/qi gong and meditation while raising money for Wellspring Calgary, a non-profit that provides completely free programming for those living with cancer and their families.
The Wellspring Calgary triWELLathon is a wellness triathlon for the mind, body and spirit. Try sessions in yoga, dance, exercise, tai chi/qi gong and meditation while raising money for Wellspring Calgary, a non-profit that provides completely free programming for those living with cancer and their families.
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Light the Night is unique in that it is a twilight walk that features participants carrying illuminated balloons, cancer supporters carry red balloons, patients and cancer survivors carry white balloons, and gold balloons are carried by those walking in memory of a loved one. Each balloon is a beacon of hope to commemorate and celebrate lives touched by cancer. This walk takes place at Eau Claire Market in Calgary.
Light The Night is the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s of Canada's major fundraiser and takes place each September across 68 regions across North America “take steps” to raise money for research, advocacy and patient services.
Register today and help us win the battle towards finding a cure for blood cancers! Why not invite you family, friends or co-workers to be involved as well and start up a team!
Light the Night is unique in that it is a twilight walk that features participants carrying illuminated balloons, cancer supporters carry red balloons, patients and cancer survivors carry white balloons, and gold balloons are carried by those walking in memory of a loved one. Each balloon is a beacon of hope to commemorate and celebrate lives touched by cancer. This walk takes place at Eau Claire Market in Calgary.
Light The Night is the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s of Canada's major fundraiser and takes place each September across 68 regions across North America “take steps” to raise money for research, advocacy and patient services.
Register today and help us win the battle towards finding a cure for blood cancers! Why not invite you family, friends or co-workers to be involved as well and start up a team!
- Eau Claire Address: 200 Barclay Parade SW Calgary AB CAN T2P 4R5
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The Calgary International Improv Festival takes place at multiple venues in Calgary, AB. Guest appearance by Colin Mochrie.
The Calgary International Improv Festival takes place at multiple venues in Calgary, AB. Guest appearance by Colin Mochrie.
- Jack Singer Concert Hall Address: 205 - 8th Ave SE Calgary AB Canada T2G 0K9
- Engineered Air Theatre Address: 205 8th Avenue S.E. Calgary AB Canada T2G 0K9
- The Comedy Cave Address: 9206 MacLeod Trail SE Calgary AB CAN T2J 0P5
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Showcasing talented solo performing artists in dance, music and theatre, the Soulocentric festival presents an exciting program of original works in both classic and cutting-edge performance styles.
Showcasing talented solo performing artists in dance, music and theatre, the Soulocentric festival presents an exciting program of original works in both classic and cutting-edge performance styles.
- Vertigo Mystery Theatre Address: 161, 115 - 9 Avenue SE Calgary AB T2P 0P5
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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. The Wine Access International Value Wine Awards will be featured at the Festival again this year! Attendees will enjoy the exclusive chance to sample from medal winning wines of the 2010 competition. This award program seeks to find the best wines available in Canada that retail for $25 or less.
Attendees will also have the opportunity to win exciting Early Bird Contests and Door Prizes.
A portion of ticket sales will be donated to create CULINARY SCHOLARSHIPS at SAIT and NAIT.
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. The Wine Access International Value Wine Awards will be featured at the Festival again this year! Attendees will enjoy the exclusive chance to sample from medal winning wines of the 2010 competition. This award program seeks to find the best wines available in Canada that retail for $25 or less.
Attendees will also have the opportunity to win exciting Early Bird Contests and Door Prizes.
A portion of ticket sales will be donated to create CULINARY SCHOLARSHIPS at SAIT and NAIT.
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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.
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
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Aiming to bring readers and writers together, WordFest was started by Mount Royal University, 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.
Aiming to bring readers and writers together, WordFest was started by Mount Royal University, 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.
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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.
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.
- Epcor Centre for the Performing Arts Address: 205 8th Avenue S.E. Calgary AB T2G 0K9
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Premier Tequila tasting event is now in Calgary!
Tequila and More Spirits and Cocktails Show will take place at the Metropolitan Centre! Canada’s largest Tequila Tasting will offer you Mexico’s top Tequilas, Mezcales, Mexican beer, vine, authentic Latin food.
Join us for the night of entertainment and enjoy Live Music, Mixology demonstrations, Tutored Tastings and more!
Premier Tequila tasting event is now in Calgary!
Tequila and More Spirits and Cocktails Show will take place at the Metropolitan Centre! Canada’s largest Tequila Tasting will offer you Mexico’s top Tequilas, Mezcales, Mexican beer, vine, authentic Latin food.
Join us for the night of entertainment and enjoy Live Music, Mixology demonstrations, Tutored Tastings and more!
- The Metropolitan Conference Centre Address: 333 4th Ave SW Calgary AB CAN T2P 0H9
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Experience the longest running Disability Arts Festival in the world. Presented by Stage Left Productions, this annual arts festival celebrates the creative works of people who have disabilities, brain injuries or chronic illnesses. Support the advancement of disabled artists and foster an appreciation for disability culture.
Experience the longest running Disability Arts Festival in the world. Presented by Stage Left Productions, this annual arts festival celebrates the creative works of people who have disabilities, brain injuries or chronic illnesses. Support the advancement of disabled artists and foster an appreciation for disability culture.
- Art Central Address: 100 7 Ave SW Calgary AB T2P 0W4
- Art Gallery of Calgary Address: 117 - 8 Ave SW Calgary AB T2P 1B4
- Calgary Address:
- University of Calgary Address: 2500 University Dr NW Calgary AB T2N 1N4
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Quickdraw Animation Society presents its annual Giant Incandescent Resonating Animation Festival. This special event celebrates independent, underground animation from across Canada and the world.
Quickdraw Animation Society presents its annual Giant Incandescent Resonating Animation Festival. This special event celebrates independent, underground animation from across Canada and the world.
- Quickdraw Animation Society Address: 201 - 351 11 Ave SW Calgary Alberta Canada T2R 0C7
- Plaza Theatre Address: 1133 Kensington Rd NW Calgary AB T2N 3P4
Nov 18, Nov 20
Horse-drawn sleigh rides up and down 9th Ave. S.E. from 10am-5pm.
The Great Christmas Tree Quest –All who successfully complete the tree hunt will be entered into a draw for an Inglewood-themed prize valued at $1,000!
Live music from Calgary's beloved Heebee-jeebee's over the noon hour, singing their super holiday songs up and down 9th Ave.
Live music from the Children’s Choir (Lantern Church).
Great shopping deals, discounts and holiday specials at shops and restaurants throughout Inglewood.
Merchant promos and giveaways including, but not limited to: Free mulled wine tastings at ZYN, gingerbread cookies from Cookie Mama and Wilde Grainz, chai tea from Bite Groceteria, drinks and treats at Starbucks, hot cider at the Wildernest Dream Café, and much more!
Christmas in Inglewood starts on Thursday, Nov 18th, Merchants will be open late, up to 9pm, with tons of specials in every store.
Horse-drawn sleigh rides up and down 9th Ave. S.E. from 10am-5pm.
The Great Christmas Tree Quest –All who successfully complete the tree hunt will be entered into a draw for an Inglewood-themed prize valued at $1,000!
Live music from Calgary's beloved Heebee-jeebee's over the noon hour, singing their super holiday songs up and down 9th Ave.
Live music from the Children’s Choir (Lantern Church).
Great shopping deals, discounts and holiday specials at shops and restaurants throughout Inglewood.
Merchant promos and giveaways including, but not limited to: Free mulled wine tastings at ZYN, gingerbread cookies from Cookie Mama and Wilde Grainz, chai tea from Bite Groceteria, drinks and treats at Starbucks, hot cider at the Wildernest Dream Café, and much more!
Christmas in Inglewood starts on Thursday, Nov 18th, Merchants will be open late, up to 9pm, with tons of specials in every store.
- Inglewood Address: 9 Avenue SE Calgary AB Canada
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The people bringing the Marda Loop Justice Film Festival to the community of Marda Loop and greater Calgary are volunteers who care about all people and the world. This annual festival hopes to foster awareness and understanding of injustices and indignities, encourage participants to take steps of care and actions, and offer opportunity to talk about views of the world.
Admission is free.
The people bringing the Marda Loop Justice Film Festival to the community of Marda Loop and greater Calgary are volunteers who care about all people and the world. This annual festival hopes to foster awareness and understanding of injustices and indignities, encourage participants to take steps of care and actions, and offer opportunity to talk about views of the world.
Admission is free.
- River Park Church Address: 3818-14A St SW Calgary AB CAN T2T 3Y2
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L’Association Canadienne-Française de l’Alberta (ACFA) regional of Calgary is proud to announce the launch of the Maple Festival des Sucres de Calgary.
This year, the province-wide event will focus on Olympic sports and the Francophone Games. The festival sport theme will allow the visitors to talk with athletes and obtain their autographs.
Come and enjoy the traditional maple buffet as well as the Maple Taffy on the snow, indoor and outdoor activities for your whole family, kids and adults shows, Sugar Market, etc.
L’Association Canadienne-Française de l’Alberta (ACFA) regional of Calgary is proud to announce the launch of the Maple Festival des Sucres de Calgary.
This year, the province-wide event will focus on Olympic sports and the Francophone Games. The festival sport theme will allow the visitors to talk with athletes and obtain their autographs.
Come and enjoy the traditional maple buffet as well as the Maple Taffy on the snow, indoor and outdoor activities for your whole family, kids and adults shows, Sugar Market, etc.
- Canada Olympic Park Calgary Address: 88 Canada Olympic Road SW Calgary AB Canada T3B 5R5
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When the doors open SantaVision TV will be in its fifth year at Calgary’s Zoo Lights. Thousand of guests each day take in the experience of talking to Santa at the North Pole, Live via webcast which is seen on a large 108 sq ft jumbotron. From the moment Santa visits via the webcast till the time he has to go, he’s talking non stop with families, groups, individuals, and yes ….. kids too! The day after the visits with Santa, thousands more share in the experience by visiting our site to watch family and friends who took the time to chat with the jolly old guy. Best of all... It's free and part of Calgary Zoo Lights.
When the doors open SantaVision TV will be in its fifth year at Calgary’s Zoo Lights. Thousand of guests each day take in the experience of talking to Santa at the North Pole, Live via webcast which is seen on a large 108 sq ft jumbotron. From the moment Santa visits via the webcast till the time he has to go, he’s talking non stop with families, groups, individuals, and yes ….. kids too! The day after the visits with Santa, thousands more share in the experience by visiting our site to watch family and friends who took the time to chat with the jolly old guy. Best of all... It's free and part of Calgary Zoo Lights.
- Calgary Zoo Address: 1300 Zoo Road (access via Memorial Drive) Calgary AB T2M 4R8
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This fun family event is held annually. It is free of admission charges and is open to the general public. The Winter Festival features sleigh rides, climbing walls, dog wagon rides, turkey bowling for the kids and much more. Inside the facility are booths highlighting artisans and craftsman as well as a wide variety of vendors that offer a wide array of products and services. A free pancake breakfast begins the Winter Festival and is the kick-off for the ice fishing derby which has been of continuing interest to participants from far and wide. The Winter Festival is also gaining popularity for hosting a sno-pitch tournament that has gained a title of being the “most fun”. Come out to the Festival! Bring the kids and the relatives for a day of Chestermere fun!
This fun family event is held annually. It is free of admission charges and is open to the general public. The Winter Festival features sleigh rides, climbing walls, dog wagon rides, turkey bowling for the kids and much more. Inside the facility are booths highlighting artisans and craftsman as well as a wide variety of vendors that offer a wide array of products and services. A free pancake breakfast begins the Winter Festival and is the kick-off for the ice fishing derby which has been of continuing interest to participants from far and wide. The Winter Festival is also gaining popularity for hosting a sno-pitch tournament that has gained a title of being the “most fun”. Come out to the Festival! Bring the kids and the relatives for a day of Chestermere fun!
- Chestermere Lake Address: . Chestermere AB CA
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This global snow festival gives children and their families a chance to experience and celebrate snow. Health benefits of activity, safety and the environment will all be focused on as youth enjoy a multitude of activities.
This global snow festival gives children and their families a chance to experience and celebrate snow. Health benefits of activity, safety and the environment will all be focused on as youth enjoy a multitude of activities.
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A uniquely Calgarian biennial celebration of masks, puppets, and all things animated. Mainstage shows, workshops, exhibitions, lectures, screenings, and site-specific shows for adults and children.
The IFAO is produced by CAOS, Calgary Animated Objects Society. CAOS produces numerous art events and happenings throughout the year.
A uniquely Calgarian biennial celebration of masks, puppets, and all things animated. Mainstage shows, workshops, exhibitions, lectures, screenings, and site-specific shows for adults and children.
The IFAO is produced by CAOS, Calgary Animated Objects Society. CAOS produces numerous art events and happenings throughout the year.
- Vertigo Mystery Theatre Address: 161, 115 - 9 Avenue SE Calgary AB T2P 0P5
