Calgary 
Events Description
GlobalFest is an annual celebration of Calgary’s multi-cultural communities, featuring pavilions, performances, international food, children’s programming and fireworks. Illuminating the sky with a colliding orchestra of light and sound.
This year, GlobalFest will take guests on a four-night trip around the world, with each evening built around a different culture. Japan will open the festival on August 27, followed by Mexico on August 28, Italy on August 29, and GlobalFinale, the festival’s closing celebration, on August 30. Each night will offer a completely different experience, from powerful Japanese drumming performances to vibrant mariachi music, bringing the featured country to life before GlobalFest’s signature fireworks light up the Calgary sky.
Guests can also look forward to an enhanced OneWorld Festival presented by TD, featuring expanded programming and more immersive opportunities to experience food, art, traditions, and performances from around the globe.
Fireworks: A culturally curated, musically choreographed competitive show
Drone Show: Alberta’s largest-ever drone show — 600+ custom-designed drones flying in perfect synchronization.
Cultural Pavilion: Explore cultures, learn traditions, and immerse yourself with global communities
Food Vendors: Explore famous chef curated dishes from around the world, indulge in your favourites, or discover something new
Artisan Markets: Discover a curated, high quality group of local and international creators at our re-invigorated artisan market
Live Performances: A place where globally recognized artists can be celebrated and locals can be discovered
Family Attractions: Culture is created from community – we have activities to help you keep yours entertained!
Who is it for?
All ages
HOW MUCH
Tickets :
General Admission
Adults: $35
Child (Age 3 – 12): $15
GA Plus
Adult: $49
Child: $20
VIP
Adult: $79
Child: $25
How to get tickets?
WHEN & WHERE
Date: August 27 to 30, 2026 | 5:00 PM to 11:00 PM
JAPAN
Thursday, August 27
MEXICO
Friday, August 28
ITALY
Saturday, August 29
WORLD FINALE
Sunday, August 30
Venue & Address :
Spruce Meadows, 18011 Spruce Meadows Way SW, Calgary, AB T2X 4B7
Parking:
Parking is free for guests of GlobalFest at Spruce Meadows
Shuttle
TBA
