Free Events - Calgary

Celebrate Canada Day at the Calgary Chinese Cultural Centre with exciting dragon and lion dance performances, martial arts demonstrations, cultural performances, local vendors, and delicious food. Read more…

Step inside to experience the Cultural Carousel through interactive activities and cultural showcases. Explore traditions, watch performances and take part in hands-on experiences. Read more…

Join us for free activities and programs to celebrate and recognize Canada’s many stories. Read more…

Make this Canada Day one to remember at Spruce Meadows! Spend the day soaking up world-class show jumping, exploring the Kids’ Zone, and enjoying great food and… Read more…

This is one of Calgary’s most popular free concert series, featuring local Alberta artists. Read more…

Join us for a music-filled Canada Day celebration as National Music Centre marks its 10-year anniversary at Studio Bell! You’re invited to a free building-wide birthday bash… Read more…

Commemorate Canada Day at The Confluence with family-friendly fun and vibrant cultural experiences! On Wednesday, July 1 from 10 am to 5 pm, stop by for range… Read more…

Canada Day will end with a fireworks show at approximately 11 p.m. launched from Stampede Park. Read more…

Take a break and enjoy live entertainment, food, and activities for all ages. Read more…

Kick off Stampede 2026 in the Blue Sky City with free food, live music, and entertainment. Read more…

Calgary Night Market features local entertainment, buskers, artisans and local businesses. Read more…

Each year the Parade showcases more than 150 western-themed entries, including 30 marching bands, 40 floats, 750 horses and 4,000 people. Read more…

Come and enjoy the 3 hottest days of the summer with over 30 authentic food vendors, hundreds of national and international performers, artisan market, kids area, beer… Read more…

Join us for the Opening Reception to celebrate Baseline by Anna Gaby-Trotz Anna Gaby-Trotz will be in attendance, and will be providing an in-person artist talk during… Read more…

MaKami College invites the Calgary community to enjoy a free Annual Stampede Breakfast celebrating connection, community, and Stampede spirit. Read more…

At Fluor Rope Square, every day starts with our famous bacon pancakes served hot off a chuckwagon! We also have Stampede-style entertainment and fun events for the… Read more…

Celebrate Stampede season at CF Market Mall’s historic community tradition! This year, the 57th annual celebration is expanding into a 10-day mall-wide experience. Read more…

Bring the whole family to the Calgary Stampede and celebrate with FREE fun for everyone. Read more…

This unforgettable fan experience for all ages offers immersive activations and photo moments from your favourite Netflix shows, including Wednesday, Stranger Things, Bridgerton and KPop Demon Hunters. Read more…

Every day at the Calgary Stampede is guaranteed to be a fun time. Read more…

Join us with your little ones for BMO Kids’ Day at the Calgary Stampede with FREE breakfast in the GMC Stadium Courtyard from 8-10 a.m. Read more…

Yahoo! Our free annual pancake breakfast is back – more food, more fun, and family-friendly activities for all ages! Join us for Mary’s Stampede BreakFEST, our beloved… Read more…

The Inglewood Night Market is a modern market with locally sourced and handmade vendors selling diverse goods; from handmade crafts to vintage clothing, antiques & collectibles, artisan… Read more…

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… Read more…