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Studio Bell first opened on Canada Day of 2016. They have crafted a powerful space to celebrate the power of music.
Vertigo is a feeling of unease, of being off-balance, and Vertigo Theatre's 50th Anniversary lineup promises to deliver just that!
Being nominated for a Canadian Folk Music Award is a big deal for anyone, but for Irish Millie it was the proof that she had done it.
Tucked into the established community of Inglewood lives Recordland, one of Calgary’s longest running record shops.
In March, Calgarians can experience Alberta Ballet’s production of the legendary ballet Swan Lake. You won't want to miss it!
Canadian rock icon Bif Naked is coming to Calgary for a screening of her documentary and an acoustic concert.
Let’s face it, winter in Canada is cold. This is a story about merino wool, and why you should consider it for your next base layer.
Calgary is home to a vibrant community of entrepreneurs, creatives, and big thinkers. Let's look at some Calgary Exclusives.
The city is alive with entertainment. Here are some upcoming events happening in the city this winter and spring.
Alan Doyle is returning to Wordfest on November 19, 2025, with perhaps his most personal book yet: The Smiling Land.
Our interview with Melvin Gray Jr., one of the actors who plays Michael Jackson in MJ: The Musical. See it in Calgary this November!
Here is a roundup of some of the best places to shop local in the city of Calgary. Where are your favourite places to shop?
UPCOMING EVENTS
May 23, 2026As a young child, Shirley Moorhouse watched her extended family create many items of form, function, and beauty. She has been creating her own artwork for over 30 years, driven by curiosity and a desire to share her stories. Learn more about this exhibit, here. Where: Esker Foundation When: May 23 – Aug 23
May 23, 2026Zadie Xa creates vivid, immersive installations that incorporate a wide range of materials and media, including painting, textiles, sculpture, light, and sound. Find out more about this exhibition, here. Where: Esker Foundation When: May 23 – Aug 23
May 26, 2026When an unexpected disaster halts air travel around the world, the people of Gander, Newfoundland come together to welcome those who have been stranded in their town. This all-new production of the award-winning musical tells a story of resilience, kindness, and unexpected friendships in a time of crisis. Get your tickets, here. Where: Max Bell […]
May 26, 2026When an unexpected disaster halts air travel around the world, the people of Gander, Newfoundland come together to welcome those who have been stranded in their town. This all-new production of the award-winning musical tells a story of resilience, kindness, and unexpected friendships in a time of crisis. Book, Music & Lyrics by Irene Sankoff […]
May 31, 2026The discovery of an early hominid ancestor in 2008 by paleoanthropologist and National Geographic Explorer Lee Berger helped clarify and complicate the origins of modern humanity. Lee is back in the headlines with an even more monumental find — a new species in South Africa that made tools, art, and even buried its dead. This […]
June 7, 2026Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Calgary. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Linkin Park at Calgary Central Library under the gentle glow of candlelight. Learn more, here. Where: Calgary Central Library When: June 7
June 17, 2026Bringing together more than 200 bands, comedians, films, and artists in 30-plus venues throughout the city for five jam-packed days. Since 2007, Sled Island’s thoughtful, eclectic programming and independent spirit have produced a one-of-a-kind festival experience. Each June, the five-day music and arts festival brings together a community of music, comedy and art as well as over […]
June 21, 2026Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Calgary. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Hans Zimmer at Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre, under the gentle glow of candlelight. Get your tickets, here. Where: Studio Bell When: June […]
June 26, 2026The biggest names in country music take the stage for this epic concert. Headliners include Kane Brown, Cooper Allen, Lainey Wilson, Elizabeth Nichols, and more. Get your tickets, here. Where: The Confluence When: June 26 – 28
July 2, 2026Electrifying celebration of music showcasing a mix of electronic, hip-hop, and pop genres, set against the picturesque backdrop of Calgary’s dynamic cityscape. Get your tickets, here. Where: 725 – 9 Ave SW When: July 2 – 12
July 2, 2026A diverse line-up of the world’s top artists at iconic Cowboys makes a legendary 11-day party! Get your tickets, here. Where: Cowboys Park When: July 2 – 12
July 3, 2026For more than 100 years, Calgary has welcomed visitors to the richest rodeo in the world. Chuckwagon races, midway rides and games, Indigenous culture, agriculture showcases, and live music. It’s the Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth. Get your tickets, here. Where: Stampede Park When: July 3 – 12
July 21, 2026A mansion. A murder. A mystery. Murder and blackmail are on the menu when six mysterious guests assemble at Boddy Manor for a night they’ll never forget! Was it Mrs. Peacock in the study with the knife? Or was it Colonel Mustard in the library with the wrench? Based on the fan-favourite 1985 Paramount Pictures […]
