There are so many fantastic places to eat in Calgary. Whether it's iconic Alberta beef or a social setting with great food, we hope you brought your appetite.
Calgary’s BUMP Festival, initiated in 2017 as the Beltline Urban Murals Project, has rapidly evolved into a city-wide celebration of street art, pivotal in transforming urban spaces into vibrant open-air galleries. By embracing the ethos of accessibility, diversity, inclusion, and community, BUMP has become more than just an art festival; it’s a dynamic platform that highlights multiculturalism and fosters dialogue on critical social and environmental issues.
Discover vibrant Ukrainian culture with traditional song, dance, art, costumes, and cuisine. Honouring the contributions and heritage of Ukrainians. Get the details, here. Where: Acadia Recreation Complex When: June 7 – 8
Double rainbow! The award winning event is back welcoming all who enter Spark to show off their true colours and learn about them too. The spectrum of sexuality and identity merges with the spectrum of colour during this uniquely science themed pride event. Plus, be one of the first to see a brand-new light bending […]
Double rainbow – OMG! June is Pride Month, and on June 13, the science centre is getting yassified for Spark After Dark (18+): Beyond the Rainbow…AGAIN! The award-winning adult night is back, back, back AGIAIN welcoming all who enter Spark to show off their true colours and learn about them too. The spectrum of sexuality […]
More than 200 bands, comedians, films, and artists in multiple venues throughout the city. Enjoy five jam-packed days of culture in the heart of the city with bands that you might not often see in Calgary. Get tickets and see the full lineup, here. Where: Various locations When: June 18 – 22
Come together outside in nature for a run (or walk), an outdoor yoga experience, and a guided meditation. Live DJ, pancake breakfast, and local health and wellness vendors. Get your tickets, here. Where: St. Patrick’s Island When: June 21
The current cast of the Emmy-nominated TV show Whose Line Is It Anyway? are proud to present their new improv tour. Ryan Stiles, Greg Proops, Jeff B. Davis, and Joel Murray will leave you gasping with witty scenes they invent before your eyes. Get your tickets, here. Where: Jack Singer Concert Hall When: Jun 23
Take a plunge into all things fish – from habitats to lifecycles and adaptations. Take a journey from eyed egg to whitewater warrior – it’s a cutthroat life! Join Canada’s largest indoor hatchery, where over 1.3 million trout are raised each year, for an evening of science, art, and entertainment – but this time without […]
Special 30th anniversary tour! This production rejuvenates the much-loved original show with new choreography, costumes, lighting, and motion graphics. Get tickets, here. Where: Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium When: Jun 27 – 29
The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth hosts the world’s richest rodeo, chuckwagon races, midway, Indigenous culture, agriculture showcases, and live music festivals. Get in on the action and discover what’s happening at this year’s Stampede, here. Where: Stampede Park When: July 4 – 13
Dress in your best family-friendly superhero costumes! Meet and greet comic superheroes, see the Adventure Bay pups and meet PAW Patrol Chase, Marshall, Skye and Rubble. Get the details, here. Where: Calaway Park When: July 11 – 13
Enjoy the 3 hottest days of summer with over 30 authentic food vendors, hundreds of national and international performers, artisan market, kids area, beer gardens and lots of fun. Where: Eau Claire Plaza When: July 18 – 20
One of Canada’s flagship music festivals. 70+ artists playing on seven stages in concerts and collaborative sessions featuring everything from folk to funk to global sounds and hip hop. Get tickets and details about this year’s lineup, here. Where: Prince’s Island Park When: July 24-27
Enjoy a day of free entertainment, shopping, food trucks, and patios! Inglewood hosts over 200 vendors that include artisan crafts, small businesses, community organizations, and more. Get all the details here. Where: Inglewood When: July 26
One of the most breathtaking and beloved productions ever to grace the stage. Winner of six Tony Awards including Best Musical. Don’t miss your chance to see the Broadway production of The Lion King in Calgary! Get your tickets, here. Where: Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium When: July 30 – Aug 17
A week full of events culminate in four unforgettable days and nights of non-stop music. This year’s lineup includes Crystal Shawanda, Gerald Warren, Sean Mack McDonald, and more. Get your tickets and a full schedule, here. Where: The Confluence When: July 31-Aug 3
Sample food, beverages, music, and other cool things. Discover Calgary’s global cuisines get a taste of the city’s great musicians. Free admission! Get the details, here. Where: LOT 6, 4 ave & 9 St SW When: July 31-Aug 4
Calgary’s annual theatre festival brings together emerging and established artists to tell their stories on stage. Live theatre performances throughout the city. Get the details and schedule, here. Where: Various locations When: Aug 1 – 9
Start your day with a delicious buffet breakfast before learning all about penguins. This brr-illiant presentation is followed by exclusive early access to the Penguin Plunge habitat! Learn more about this event, here. Where: Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo When: July 19, Aug 2 & 16
The largest EDM event in Western Canada! This summer’s lineup includes KX5, Timmy Trumpet, Loud Luxury, and more. Get details and tickets, here. Where: Max Bell Centre Festival Grounds When: Aug 2 – 3
Discover the thrill of dragon boat racing, entertainment, kid’s play zone, marketplace, food, beer gardens, and more! This festival has free admission, with free parking and shuttles. Get the details, here. Where: North Glenmore Park When: Aug 8 – 10
