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Heritage Day Long Weekend Activities in Calgary
What’s on in Calgary during this August long weekend, including free fun family activities, weekend events & activities for kids, live music, performing arts & theatre and sports events. – July 31 to August 3, 2026.
I. Family Events & Activities
Tour de Bowness Street Festival
This event has become the annual “street party” to celebrate the vibrant and historical community of Bowness, “Bownesians” and visitors have come to enjoy! This year will be another GREAT year!
We have a great line-up of food trucks, local restaurants, artisan vendors, local businesses, street performers and live music to entertain you all day.
Details
Monday August 3, 2026 | 9 AM to 5 PM
6303 Bowness Rd NW, Calgary
Free
Annual Heritage Day Festival
Come for 6 hours of multicultural performances, ethnic foods, and unique handicrafts. Explore the artisan booths, get face painted into a lion, frolic in the water, try a new dish, or simply soak up the sun in front of the stage and enjoy the folk performances. Details
Monday, August 3 | 12 PM – 6 PM
Eau Claire Plaza, 3rd Street & Riverfront Ave SW, Calgary
Free
The Royal Duck Bounce House
The Royal Duck Bounce Park is bringing giant inflatables, slides, and family fun for all ages. Whether you’re making memories, burning off energy, or planning a fun day out together, this summer adventure is made for kids, families, and anyone ready to play. Details
July 25 – September 7, 2026
Marlborough Mall, 3800 Memorial Dr, Calgary
$28.99/person
Summer Farm Days at Calgary Farmyard
Summer is the perfect time to visit the Calgary Farmyard. The lines are shorter, and the days are just as much fun! Capture the perfect photo in our Sunflower Fields and be the first to take our 11 11-acre corn Maze Adventure for a spin! Summer is the perfect time to come and see the barnyard babies that aren’t all grown up just yet! Details
Daily | 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Calgary Farmyard, 284022 Township Road 224, Rocky View County
$25.97 to $29.95
YYC Ice Cream Fest
July 17 – August 16, 2026
Various Shops, Calgary
Cost of Food
Nanton Roundup Days
Come to Nanton for an amazing time – fireworks, parade, duck race, rodeo and more! Details
July 31 – August 3, 2026
Various Venues, Nanton
Free & Ticketed
Days of Yore
Step into the past at Days of Yore — a brand-new historical experience at Heritage Park!
From Viking battles to the roar of Civil War cannons, Days of Yore brings centuries of military history to life with action-packed demonstrations, hands-on activities and interactive displays across the Park. Details
August 1 & 2, 2026
Heritage Park, 1900 Heritage Dr SW, Calgary
Regular Admission
Tango 2 Echo Fest
Stretching across seven city blocks, T2E Fest (Tango 2 Echo) brings together custom culture, live music, public art, local businesses, food, community, and a healthy dose of industrial charm. What was once Calgary’s best-kept secret becomes a destination where warehouses open their doors, murals come alive, engines roar, and thousands of people discover a side of the city they never knew existed. Details
Night Shift & Moonlit market – Friday, August 1, 2026
Rides n’ rods (show & shine) – Sunday, August 2, 2026
Greenview Industrial, 4001 Edmonton Trail, Calgary
Free
Sue: The T.Rex Experience
Meet SUE and step into the world of a T. rex, 67 million years ago. SUE the T. rex is the most complete, best-preserved Tyrannosaurus rex ever found. And this summer, SUE is coming to Calgary. This fearsome fossil is ready to eat, er, meet you. Stand beside SUE’s massive 40-foot skeleton, hear the rumble of a T. rex growl, step into immersive prehistoric worlds, and explore the science of SUE through sight, sound, smell, and touch. Details
June 27 – November 29, 2026
Telus Spark, 220 St. George’s Drive NE, Calgary
Regular Admission
PlayLab: Feet to the Beat
Turn up the music and shake it out! Join us in PlayLab where we’ll be moving and grooving to a new style of dance each session. About Kym Butler Kym has been a dance educator/movement instructor for almost 40 years. If it involves moving the body, she has facilitated it. She has worked with figure skaters, gymnasts, models, musicians and, of course, dancers. Kym has choreographed for music videos, television commercials, award ceremonies, concert dance, drag pageants, parades and flash mobs. Details
August 1, 2026 | 11:00 am and 1:00 pm
Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre, 850 4 Street SE, Calgary
Free
Canada Strong Pass at Lougheed House
Lougheed House National & Provincial Historic Site is the only museum in Calgary to offer the Canada Strong Pass this summer. From June 19 to September 7, children 17 and under enjoy free admission, and young adults aged 18 to 24 receive a 50% discount, making cultural experiences like Lougheed House more accessible than ever. Details
June 19 to September 7, 2026
Lougheed House, 707 13 Ave SW, Calgary
Free to $4.50
U-Pick Berry Farms
The u-pick farms around Calgary offer a lot more than just berry-picking. In addition to being able to bring home berries, fruit, or vegetables by the bucket-full, visiting local u-pick farms offer an afternoon out of the house and in the fresh air, a chance to forage your own food, and educational and physical activity for great for kids, and scenic drives through Calgary’s surrounding foothills and prairies. Plan a visit this weekend.
Appreciate Alberta’s Cultural and Natural Heritage
Explore Alberta’s heritage this weekend. Alberta has a diverse number of cultures, industries, and natural landscapes, as well as a rich yet young history.
Go on a Day Trip
‘Tis the season for long drives, lakes, and day trips! If you’re looking for day trip plans from Calgary for your summer, we have you covered. These day trip ideas cover a variety of interests and can take you in many different directions.
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Go Camping
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II. Live Music & Concerts
Calgary International Blues Festival
July 30 to August 2, 2026
The Confluence, 750 – 9th Avenue SE, Calgary
$50 & up
Loud as Hell Festival
LAH always works its hardest to deliver the best lineup in the West, ready to melt your face off. Featuring bands from across Western Canada and beyond, you won’t want to miss any of it. And don’t forget about their freak shows, burlesque dancers, clinics, vendors and dinosaurs! Details
July 31 to August 2, 2026
Dinosaur Downs Speedway, 5 St SE, Drumheller
Weekend: $190
Chasing Summer Festival
Lieup: Fisher, Subtronics, Armin van Buuren, Rezz, Airrica, Coco & Breezy, Elderbrook, Gabbs, Gio Lucca, Gorillat, Hybrid Minds, It’s Murph, Izzy Vadim, Kai Wachi, Karsten Sollors, Ky William, Lavern, Layton Giordani, Level Up, LSDXOXO, Mersiv, Nostalgix, Pedroz, San Pacho, Simon Doty, Starjunk 95, Taylah Elaine, Tiga, TroyBoi, Two Friends, Alokin, Control Room, Crimson, Gabby Haze, Guest Who, Jade Tang, Jonathan Crane, Kaeder, King Mars, Lainey Kate, Metafloor, Palmer, Paye4Prez, Prince Morbucks. Details
August 1 & 2, 2026
Max Bell Centre Grounds, 1001 Barlow Trail SE, Calgary,
$145 & up+fees
III. Theatre & Performing Arts
Calgary Fringe Festival
July 31 to August 8, 2026
Various Venues, Calgary
$20; PWYC
Back to the ’80s: The Magic Mix Tape
“Ooooh, I love that song. You know the one… with the dun-de duh, and bee-dee-bop.” We’ve all had this conversation, and it seems that many, many times it’s followed with… “Its from the 80’s!” What if there was a way to get back there? Not just anywhere in the 1980’s but, to the precise moment in time when you first heard that song. What if you go back and experience that moment again as if it were the first time? Let us try and take you there. Details
June 6 – August 8, 2026
Jubilations Dinner Theatre, 1002 37 Street SW, Calgary
$48.95-$85.95
BEEHIVE: The 60’s Musical
Nostalgically recalls the days of miniskirts, transistor radios and flower power! The electrifying BEEHIVE musical pays homage to the unforgettable female powerhouses of the 1960s, belting out timeless classics like “My Boyfriend’s Back,” “Be My Baby,” “Son of a Preacher Man,” and “Me and Bobby McGee.” Told through the lens of six young women coming of age in this captivating era, BEEHIVE whisks us along their journey – from their first Beehive Dance all the way to navigating the tumultuous challenges facing the nation. Details
June 26 to August 30, 2026
Stage West Calgary, 727 – 42 Avenue SE, Calgary
$87.10 – $97.10
IV. Sports/Fitness
Cavalry FC v. Inter Toronto FC
Friday, July 31, 2026 | 7:00 PM
Spruce Meadows, 18011 Spruce Meadows Way SW, Calgary
$27 & up
Calgary Surge vs. Niagara River Lions
Cheer on the Calgary Surge at an exciting Canadian Elite Basketball League home game. Enjoy fast-paced action, hometown pride, and electric energy with family, friends, and fellow fans today together. Details
Friday, July 31, 2026 | 7:30 PM
WinSport Event Centre, 88 Canada Olympic Road SW, Calgary
$29.40 & up
Calgary Wild FC vs. AFC Toronto
Get WILD in the stands with us during the very second season of Women’s Pro Soccer in McMahon Stadium! Calgary Wild FC is one off six teams in the Northern Super League, featuring some of the best women’s soccer players in the world. Details
Saturday, August 01, 2026 | 2:00 PM
McMahon Stadium, 1817 Crowchild Trail NW, Calgary
$29.40 & up
Tour de Bowness
On Saturday, watch the cyclists from many great viewing points along the road course just outside of Cochrane. On Sunday , we will have having a hill climb on MacKay Road in Montgomery during the day, this years event will have a small twist ensuring the fastest will go up against each other for the title. On Monday, visit beautiful Bowness to see the racers tackle the challenging 7 turn Cory Meza Memorial Criterium! Details
August 1 to 3, 2026
Various Venues, Calgary
Free to Watch
Strathmore Stampede
Join us for Running with the Bulls, Professional Rodeo, World Professional Chuckwagon Races & more! Chayce Beckham kicks off the weekend at the Friday Night Round-Up Concert! Details
July 31 to August 3, 2026
Strathmore Stampede Grounds, 33 Wheatland Trail, Strathmore
$19.25 – $54 +fees
Water Adventures
What is better than spending a lazy summer day floating your way down a river? Not much! Grab your equipment (or rent some), some sunscreen, your bathing suit, a snack and your friends or family members to ride your way down one of the waterways in or near Calgary.
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V. Food Events, Exhibitions, Festivals & Other Events
Historic Calgary Week
July 24 to August 3, 2026
Various Venues, Calgary and Area
Free
Taste of Calgary
Taste of Calgary is the city’s most appetizing festival, giving visitors the chance to sample the city’s food, beverages, music and other cool things. Discover Calgary’s global cuisines from a mix of unique restaurants and beverage companies. Plus get a taste of Calgary’s great musicians. Details
July 30, 31, August 1, 2, & 3 2026
Calgary Parking Lot #6, 311 8 Street S.W., Calgary
Free
BUMP Festival
BUMP self-guided mural tours are a perfect way to explore the murals and experience new works of art as they are being created right before your eyes. New tours will be released throughout the month of August. The Beltline Urban Mural Project (BUMP) is a program that funds and installs art on buildings in the Beltline. Details
August 1 to 17, 2026
Beltine, Calgary
FREE
Annual Incredible India Fest
The INCREDIBLE INDIA FEST will feature cultural performances, vendors, live music, traditional singing and dance, a range of activities for kids and authentic food stalls. Visitors will get a chance to immerse themselves in the rich cultural heritage of India and experience its diverse traditions firsthand. Details
Monday August 3, 2026 | 12PM – 6PM
The Westin Calgary Airport, 671 Aero Dr NE, Calgary
FREE
Heritage Day Tea
Join us for a delightful Heritage Day Tea to celebrate our rich cultural heritage together! Come and enjoy your freshly brewed cup of tea Enjoy freshly brewed tea, elegant finger sandwiches and pastries from the Alberta Bakery — all while taking in beautiful views of the Rocky Mountains and the Glenmore Reservoir. After tea, explore the Park or join a guided tour of the Famous 5 Centre to learn about the remarkable women who helped shape Western Canada. Details
Monday, August 3, 2026 | 11:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Famous 5 Centre of Canadian Women, 1900 Heritage Dr. S.W, Calgary
$24.95 – $54.95
More To Do
Bowden SunMaze
Visit Worlds only Certified Organic Sunflower Maze. We are expecting a great selection of flowers along with potatoes, carrots, beets, onions, chard, kale, peas beans, cucumbers & zucchini when we open. Details
Tentative Early August
The Bowden Sunmaze, 34530 Range Road 14, Bowden, Red Deer County
$7.50 to $15
Alberta Kennel Club Summer Classic dog show
Join the Alberta Kennel Club for a fun-filled weekend bursting with canine excitement. Witness top-tier performances, cheer on amazing dogs, and discover breeds from around the world — all at one of Canada’s largest dog shows! Conformation, Obedience, Rally-Obedience, Agility and Scent Detection. Details
July 31 to August 3, 2026
Ranch House Grounds, Okotoks
$7.50 to $15
Safari Sunday Brunch
Join us for a unique Calgary brunch experience in the heart of Destination Africa. You can enjoy both gourmet and comfort breakfast foods, including a free-flowing chocolate fountain with fresh fruit, eggs benedict with Canadian bacon, a Belgian waffle bar, cooked-to-order omelettes, and much more! Details
Sunday, August 2, 2026 | 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Calgary Zoo, 210 St. George’s Drive NE, Calgary
$29.95 to $59.95
Jonathan Forrest: “Open Window”
Newzones is thrilled to announce “Open Window”, an upcoming solo exhibition of new work by Canadian contemporary colour-field painter, Jonathan Forrest. Forrest paints with an exuberance of colour and full shapes which fill his canvases. His artwork displays a unique colour sensibility and painting process which build upon lessons learned over forty years of studio work. Details
June 6 to July 31, 2026
Newzones Gallery of Contemporary Art, 730 11 Ave SW, Calgary
Free
Curiosities and Oddities Walking Tour
Calgary Walking Tour Where the Strange Side of History Comes to Life! Think you know history? Think again. Were women really tied to railway tracks by villains? Why do weathervanes feature roosters? And was it really the gun that won the Wild West? On the Curiosities and Oddities Walking Tour, you’ll explore the strangest corners of Heritage Park on a 1.5-hour guided walk. Details
July 29 & 31, 2026 | 7 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Heritage Park, 1900 Heritage Dr SW, Calgary
$24.95 + GST
Polar Bear Breakfast
Bring your family and friends down for a fun and educational morning at the zoo! Admission to this event includes an exclusive before-hours viewing opportunity of our Wild Canada zone with a side of polar bear facts from our Conservation Education staff and volunteers. This is a wonderful opportunity to learn more about polar bears, what makes them so wonderful, why they are endangered, and of course, get a chance to see the bears in our care before their day begins. Details
Saturday, August 1, 2026 | 8:30 a.m.
Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo, 210 St. George’s Drive NE, Calgary
$61 to $79 +GST
CTV Country Music Hall and Alberta Slim
Experience Canada’s musical history at VinylCentric with two exciting new exhibits. Meet Alberta Slim, a talented musician whose legacy reached far beyond the stage. Known for his unique career, Alberta Slim owned a circus, trained animals and had a successful business career. Explore the CTV Country Music Hall exhibit, where you will discover the iconic artists, unforgettable stories and defining moments that have helped shape Canadian country music. Details
July 8, 2026 to December 1, 2027
Bankers Hall, 315 8th Avenue SW, Calgary
Free
Markets in the Plaza
Shop Local at Heritage Park’s Calgary Market Nights in the Plaza! Thousands of people come to shop at Heritage Park every year – and now we’re bringing the market to you! Come shop our local vendors, explore the shops in the Plaza, grab a bite to eat and be entertained at Markets in the Plaza! Details
August 1, 2026 | 12 – 6 pm
Heritage Park Historical Village, 1900 Heritage Dr SW, Calgary
Free
Envisioned Art Exhibition
Envisioned is a month-long solo exhibition by emerging contemporary visual artist Kelly Zeeb that explores the landscapes of Western Canada through expressive interpretations of form, line, and colour. The exhibition reflects the artist’s unique visual perspective while celebrating the mountains, foothills, and open spaces that define the Canadian West. Designed with accessibility in mind, Envisioned includes inclusive exhibition features that encourage visitors of all abilities to engage with the artwork in meaningful ways. Details
July 13 to August 10, 2026
cSPACE Marda Loop Gallery, 1721-29th Avenue SW, Calgary
Free
Pottery Wheel Date Night
Are you looking for a unique and fun way to spend an evening with your special someone? Come to Pottery 123 for a relaxing and creative date night! Enjoy complimentary mocktails and treats while you and your guest learn how to throw clay on the pottery wheel with relaxing music adding to the ambience. Don’t worry about cleaning up afterwards, we’ll take care of that! After a brief, hands-on lesson, you’ll have the chance to create your own mug, bowl, or vase with guidance from our expert instructors. Details
Saturday, Aug. 1, 2026, 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Pottery 123 Studio, Unit 128, 11979 – 40 St SE, Calgary
$110
Farmer’s Market
Get ready for one of Calgary’s newest summer market experiences! The Blue Grass Farmers Market is bringing together local vendors, handmade goods, food, unique finds, and an exciting community atmosphere all in one beautiful location this summer. Shop and support amazing local businesses from Calgary, Airdrie, Rocky View and surrounding areas while exploring a vibrant market filled with artisan goods, local makers, food vendors, treats, handcrafted products and more. Details
August 1-2, 2026 | 10AM – 4PM
Blue Grass Garden Centre Calgary, 260130B Writing Creek Cres, Rocky View County
Free Admission
East Village Public Art Experience
Discover the artistic gems of the East Village through a guided walking experience that brings public art to life. Explore a curated selection of vibrant works while uncovering the stories, meaning, and local context behind each piece. The experience concludes with a hands-on opportunity to create your own public art on The Confluence’s free graffiti wall, with all supplies provided. Details
Saturday, August 1, 2026 | 11 am – 1 pm
The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland, 750 9 Ave SE, Calgary
$35
Summer Sun Embroidery Workshop
Always wanted to try your hand at embroidery? This summer embroidery workshop is for you! Our experienced crafting facilitator will take you through the basics of embroidery in the historic Conservatory at Lougheed House, where House residents of the past once did their own handicrafts. Choose from 3 designs inspired by vintage embroidery patterns and spend the afternoon crafting in good company! Details
Saturday, August 1, 2026, from 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm
Lougheed House, 707 13 Ave SW, Calgary
$22.00 – $26.00
ROOTS: Mixed Media Art Inspired by Nature
Barb creates intuitively, particularly at the outset of a piece, working in multiples, and allowing a call-and-response process that enables her to paint more from a felt sense rather than relying on a reference or having a predetermined outcome. She prefers to take artistic licence by disrupting realism, which provides the freedom to be more expressive in her work. Details
July 27 to August 10, 2026
cSPACE Mardaloop, 1721 29 Avenue Southwest, Calgary
Free
Spring Pig Paint Night🐷
Sip*, swirl, and paint away with your bestie or sweetie! <3 Don a beret & Join us for a whimsical Paint & Sip Night celebrating Spring at Colour Cafe. We’ll walk you through canvas painting —no experience needed! Grab a glass of wine*, relax, and let your creativity shine. Details
Friday July 31, 2026 from 7-9pm
Color Cafe, 1414 Kensington Rd NW, Calgary
$44.85
Jingle Cone Keychain Workshop
Have you ever heard the twinkling of the jingle dress and wanted to know how they’re made? The jingle cones behind the iconic sound have been made from repurposed and recycled materials since at least the 18th century. Historically used as decoration on clothing and jewelry, now they typically adorn beautiful jingle dresses at powwows. Details
Saturday, August 1, 2026 | 12:00 PM – 04:30 PM
The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland, 750 9 Avenue SE, Calgary
$60
La Elegancia Latina: Summer Vibes
Smooth salsa, soft bachata, warm atmosphere. A gentle late-night Latin escape in downtown Calgary. Join us and enjoy the night. Some Saturdays you get through. This one you feel. La Elegancia is a monthly Latin social evening built on three things: a beginner-friendly salsa class, warm social dancing, and a space designed down to the candlelight. Not a club. Not a studio. An evening you step into and carry home. Details
Saturday August 1, 2026 | 8 PM –12 AM
Heliopolis, 817 1ST SW, Calgary
$20-$40
Métis-style Finger Weaving Workshop
Finger weaving and knotting have been a part of Indigenous culture for thousands of years. During the Fur Trade, this crafting method was used by the Métis to make sashes that served as a useful and multipurpose tool. These sashes became tailored to specific patterns and colours representative of different families before became a standardized symbol of Métis pride during the 1885 Northwest Resistance. The Métis sash is now a cultural item representing pride in lineage and tradition. Details
Sunday, August 2, 2026 | 12:30 – 4:30 PM
The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland, 750 9 Avenue SE, Calgary
$35
More To Do
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