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A guide to festivals in Calgary – includes free fun family festivals, music festivals (electronic, classic, jazz, blues, reggae, folk), food festivals, arts and science festivals, international events and more!
Contents
- Upcoming festivals from To Do Canada Calgary calendar
- All Calgary Festivals
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Globe Cinema, 617 8 Ave SW, Calgary
April 18, 2024 To April 28, 2024
$8 to $10
The 21st Anniversary Calgary Underground Film Festival will be an 11 day in-person celebration of film, and our biggest festival yet in terms of days, films shown, special ... »
Various Venues, Banff
April 19, 2024 To May 4, 2024
Varies
The Made with Love Banff Food and Cocktail Festival will present events showcasing the local cocktail, mocktail and food scene, with special cocktail menus available in all ... »
4th Street Restaurants, Calgary
April 24, 2024 To April 28, 2024
$10
CALLING ALL FOODIES, get ready for a flavour-packed stroll down the lively 4th Street! We’re talking a feast that won’t bust your wallet, with eats ... »
Stampede Park, 1410 Olympic Way Southeast, Calgary
April 25, 2024 To April 28, 2024
$12 to $63
Experience the ultimate playground for Comics, Sci-Fi, Horror, Anime, and Gaming. Three BIG days of citywide events, family-friendly attractions and world-renowned celebrities await. The Calgary Comic & ... »
Various Venues, Calgary
April 26, 2024 To April 30, 2024
Free and Ticketed
JazzYYC brings live jazz back to our annual JazzYYC International Jazz Days Festival. Join us April 26 to 30 as we present an amazing group of local musicians celebrating ... »
BMO Centre, Calgary
May 3, 2024 To May 4, 2024
1-403-520-5433
$19.99 & up
The Calgary International Beerfest brings the beer world together at Canada’s largest beer festival. Rated as one of the best beer festivals in the world, with 700+ ... »
Various Locations, Calgary
May 3, 2024 To May 5, 2024
free
Your city. Your stories. Jane’s Walk is an annual festival of free, community-led walking tours inspired by Jane Jacobs. Explore your city, share stories about your ... »
Calgary TELUS Convention Centre & Calgary Marriott Downtown Hotel
May 10, 2024 To May 12, 2024
$11.48 & up
Otafest is a 3-day Japanese Cultural and Animation Festival at the Calgary Telus Convention Centre. Shop. Cosplay. Play games. Watch anime. Join a community. Even meet your ... »
West Village Theatre, 10 Avenue Southwest, Calgary
May 17, 2024 To June 1, 2024
$22.63
CYPT welcomes back the 2024 Cannonball Festival of Youth-Led Theatre. This year, we here at CYPT are thrilled to have the following seven youth-led shows in the Cannonball! ... »
High River Rodeo Grounds, Foothills No. 31
May 17, 2024 To May 18, 2024
By Donation
Round up your cow pokes and come-on-down to enjoy one of Canada’s most unique rodeos, plus a jam-packed roster of events. The Little Britches rodeo is ... »
Big Four Building, 1801 Big Four Trail SE, Calgary
May 18, 2024 To May 19, 2024
$27.64 - $106.53
Join us for a two-day sampling event & market to celebrate Canada’s National Cocktail with over 40 Caesars, local food, craft beer, Caesar merch & goods. »
Various Venues, Calgary
May 24, 2024 To May 28, 2024
Varies
The Calgary Black Film Festival (CBFF) aims to connect authentic Black stories with viewers of all colours and ethnic origins in Alberta, the province that holds Canada’... »
Nose Creek Park, Airdrie
May 25, 2024 To May 26, 2024
Free
Join for the annual festival hosted by Airdrie Children’s Festival Society (ACFS). The event will feature a Children’s Village play area, children’s entertainment, and ... »
16025 243 Ave E, Calgary
May 25, 2024 To May 26, 2024
$5 / person
Celebrate and experience the rich history of the Serbian culture featuring live traditional folklore dances and music performances, delicious authentic Serbian food, cultural exhibits and various sporting ... »
17 Ave SE, Calgary
May 25, 2024
$44.44
Taking place on a six-block length of 17th Ave SE, and featuring intimate, convivial venues, unique food and drink, and a range of performers to suit all ... »
Various Venues, Calgary
May 26, 2024
$20 & up
The Scotiabank Calgary Marathon is a challenging, competitive and fun event with a race designed for everyone of any level. »
Various Venues, Calgary
May 30, 2024 To June 9, 2024
403-228-7888
$20 & up
The annual FunnyFest Calgary Comedy Festival features 11 days & nights of comedy, 70 performers, and 11 themes. »
Acadia Recreation Complex, 240 90 Ave SE, Calgary
June 1, 2024 To June 2, 2024
$5 to $10
The Calgary Ukrainian Festival exists to provide to the citizens of Calgary an informative, educational and entertaining festival that celebrates all aspects of our unique and rich ... »
4th St SW Between 13th Ave and Elbow Dr, Calgary
June 2, 2024
Free
Each spring, thousands of attendees come out to enjoy the unique and pedestrian friendly 4th Street venue, offering an array of musical talent, artisan vendors, quality entertainment ... »
Spruce Meadows, Spruce Meadows Way Southwest, Calgary
June 12, 2024 To June 16, 2024
Best athletes from the world’s top show jumping nations compete for top prize money and international acclaim during the Spruce Meadows National. The tournament attracts over ... »
Various Venues, Calgary
June 19, 2024 To June 23, 2024
Free & ticketed events
Each June, the five-day music and arts festival brings together a community of more than 250 bands, comedy, film and art as well as over 30,000 attendees in more ... »
Spruce Meadows, Spruce Meadows Way Southwest, Calgary
July 3, 2024 To July 7, 2024
403.974.4200
The ‘North American’, presented by Rolex, is a celebration of the close ties between the horse and the military. The pounding hooves of the competitors are amplified ... »
421 12th Avenue Southeast, Calgary
July 4, 2024 To July 14, 2024
Performers include Brett Kissel, Zac Brown Band and many more! »
Knoxville's Tent, 840 - 9th Avenue SW, Calgary
July 4, 2024 To July 14, 2024
Free to $122.98
Blueprint Alberta & Knoxvilles Calgary present Badlands Music Festival at Calgary Pull up your bootstraps and saddle up! Badlands Music Festival returns with an incredible lineup star-studded ... »
Stampede Grounds, Calgary, AB
July 5, 2024 To July 14, 2024
$12 & up
Do not miss this greatest outdoor show on Earth! The festival attracts over one million visitors per year and features one of the world’s largest rodeos, ... »
Sundre Rodeo Grounds, 2 Avenue Northwest, Sundre
July 12, 2024 To July 14, 2024
$35 & up
The Shady Grove Bluegrass Festival Will Celebrate Its 33rd Year. The festival will remain the same family friendly event we have had for many years, with some ... »
Calgary Olympic Plaza, 228 8 Ave SE, Calgary
July 19, 2024 To July 21, 2024
403.880.1562
Free admission
Come and enjoy the 3 hottest days of the summer with over 25 authentic food vendors, hundreds of national and international performers, artisan market, kids area, beer gardens and ... »
Cochrane & District AG Society, 43080 Bow Valley Trail, Cochrane
July 19, 2024 To July 20, 2024
$35 to $225
Join us at the Cochrane & District AG Society on Friday July 19 & Saturday July 20th 2024 for a weekend filled with music, dancing, and good ol’ country ... »
Prince's Island Park, Eau Claire Avenue Southwest, Calgary
July 25, 2024 To July 28, 2024
Varies
Chill under the big Alberta sky at the picturesque Prince’s Island Park and revel in live concerts with a diverse collection of enticing Canadian artists. »
Dickens, 1000 9 Ave SW, Calgary
July 25, 2024 To July 28, 2024
Weekend: $278.13
The annual Terminus Festival is back for year 11! Bands from all over the world will gather in Calgary for a weekend of dark electronic, synth, industrial madness. &... »
Fort Calgary, 750 9th Ave SE, Calgary
July 27, 2024 To July 28, 2024
250-929-7620
Free
Pet-A-Palooza™ is back and bigger than ever! This FREE family friendly event is one you cannot miss. A pawty for fido is just what your summer was ... »
Inglewood, Calgary
July 27, 2024
403.453.74224
Free
A feisty summer festival in the heart of Inglewood. We’re here to celebrate, engage, entertain, and delight. Seize the Sunfest! At Sunfest, there is an activity ... »
Calgary/Springbank Airport, 175 MacLaurin Dr, Calgary
July 27, 2024 To July 28, 2024
TBA
The thunderous roar of formation-flying jets screaming across the Springbank sky will officially return this summer. Wings Over Springbank Airshow is a Not for Profit, 2-day outdoor ... »
Shaw Millennium Park, 1220 9 Ave SW, Calgary
July 29, 2024 To August 4, 2024
$40 & up
The 19th annual Calgary International Blues Festival celebrates the best in blues with a full week of workshops, concerts and special events, culminating in 4 days & nights ... »
Calgary Parking Lot #6, 311 8 Street S.W., Calgary
August 1, 2024 To August 5, 2024
Free
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 ... »
Various Venues, Calgary
August 2, 2024 To August 10, 2024
(403) 451-9726
Enjoy uncensored, unexpected, unforgettable theatre. Bringing 30+ bold theatre artists to Calgary. Fringes are uncensored, non-juried theatre festivals that are focused on creativity, performance, expression, and pushing boundaries. ... »
Dinosaur Downs Stampede Grounds, Drumheller
August 2, 2024 To August 4, 2024
Weekend: $175
LAH always works their hardest to deliver the best lineup in the West ready to melt your face off. Featuring bands from across Western Canada and beyond, ... »
Centennial Park, 5 Avenue, Canmore
August 3, 2024 To August 5, 2024
403-678-2524
$20 & up
The Canmore Folk Music Festival is the longest running folk music festival in Alberta and one of its finest. Adhering to a philosophy and legacy of folk, ... »
Max Bell Centre Grounds, 1001 Barlow Trail SE, Calgary,
August 3, 2024 To August 4, 2024
Weekend: $159.95 + fees & up
The premiere outdoor dance music event in Western Canada returns to Calgary for its seventh anniversary…a new chase, a new experience…bigger and better than ever. 2024 ... »
Aspen Crossing, Mossleigh
August 9, 2024 To August 10, 2024
Weekend: $90
There is a stellar lineup for this year’s SAMF to benefit STARS® Air Ambulance. Join us for Fun, Food, Drinks, Music and support a good cause. ... »
North Glenmore Park, 7305 Crowchild Trail SW, Calgary
August 9, 2024 To August 11, 2024
Free
FREE Admission, with Family Fun Zone, multi-cultural entertainment, beer gardens & live DJ music, food trucks, market area, and dragon boat racing too. »
Elliston Park, 1827 68 St SE, Calgary
August 15, 2024 To August 24, 2024
14035699679
$12 & up
GlobalFest @ Elliston 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 ... »
Fort Calgary, 750 9 Ave SE Calgary
August 16, 2024 To August 18, 2024
General Admission 3 day: $250 & up
Luke Combs, Hardy, Dallas Smith, The Reklaws, Elle King, Flatland Cavalry, Ernest, Meghan Patrick Lonestar, Jake Worthington, Hailey Benedict »
Shaw Millenium Park, Calgary
August 16, 2024 To August 18, 2024
Free
This year’s parade will happen LIVE on the streets of Calgary! And ALL are invited to come and participate! Come watch the masquerades dance along 8th ... »
Spruce Meadows, Spruce Meadows Way Southwest, Calgary
September 4, 2024 To September 8, 2024
The eyes of the world are watching as top riders and horses compete on the famed International Ring at Spruce Meadows this September. »
McMahon Stadium, 1817 Crowchild Trail NW, Calgary
September 6, 2024 To September 8, 2024
Free
The Western Canada Rib Fest Tour is back by popular demand! Tell your family, friends, neighbours, co-workers, even a stranger. We’ll be serving up award-winning ribs (... »
Various Venues, Calgary
September 19, 2024 To September 29, 2024
403-283-1490
$17 & up
Every year, we celebrate 40+ countries and up to 200 films. From comedy to drama, foreign masters to indie darlings, there's something for everybody. Find your new favourite film ... »
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All Calgary Festivals
Click on the month below to go directly to the specific month’s festivals. Festivals that span two months are mentioned under the month in which the festival begins.
January; February; March; April; May; June; July; August; September; October; November; December
Please verify all details from official website.
For current weekend events, see This Weekend in Calgary.
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January
1. High Performance Rodeo
The High Performance Rodeo is Calgary’s International Festival of the Arts. Encompassing theatre, music, dance, comedy and interdisciplinary art, the High Performance Rodeo is the largest event of its kind in western Canada. Details
Multiple Venues, Downtown Calgary
In January
Varies with the event.
2. BIG Winter Classic
Arts, music and local craft beer will collide at BIG Winter Classic for a four-day winter wonderland weekend that doesn’t involve getting up at 6 am and hitting the slopes. 5 stages and over 60 bands. We’ve got a festival. Details
Various Venues, Calgary
Mid January
February
YYC Hot Chocolate Fest
During the month of February, participating Calgary cafes and restaurants create delicious and unique signature Hot Chocolates to support Calgary Meals on Wheels. Details
Multiple Vendors in Calgary
February
GLOW Winter Light Festival
Each night from 6:30pm to 11pm public spaces throughout the downtown core will be lit with one-of- a-kind installations, projections, theatrical experiences and interactive light art commissioned from artists, representing local, national and international talent. Details
Downtown Calgary
Family Day Weekend
Chinese New Year Carnival
Features programs and performances of traditional Dragon & Lion Dance, festival music and dance, martial art demonstration, vocal singing, folk art demonstration, festival food, games, artworks exhibition and an indoor bazaar of trade booths selling all sorts of gifts and festival items. Details
China Town, Calgary
In January or February
Block Heater
The Calgary Folk Music Festival presents the Block Heater, a winter music extravaganza at three live music venues on the Music Mile in the historic community of Inglewood. Details
Various Venues, Calgary
Held in February
Winefest Calgary
Winefest allows the opportunity to ‘try before you buy’ within a casually refined atmosphere – every sip and sample is included in the ticket price. Wine experts are available to share their knowledge as consumers taste their way from booth to booth, suggesting tasting notes while educating the palate and senses. Details
Stampede Park BMO Centre Hall E
Family Day in Calgary
Enjoy various family festivities. Details
Various Venues
Family Day Monday in February
Mid Winter Blues Fest
By Calgary Blues Music Association. Details
Various venues, Calgary
February
Just Acts Play Festival
Just Acts Play Festival is an annual event aimed at exploring different areas of daily life and examining how people cope with disruption and conflict. Each year a topic is chosen and writers are invited to submit plays to be included in the festival. Details
Lower Theatre at Knox United Church, Calgary
March
YYC Food Experience
For 10 days, enjoy offerings from Calgary’s favourite restaurants, featuring multi-course prix fixe value-priced menus, along with optional Wines of British Columbia pairings. Plus there will be one-of-a-kind chef collaborations, international chef exchanges, intimate winemaker’s dinners, brunches and other delectable culinary events. And that’s not all. Details
Downtown Calgary
Cabane à Sucre Calgary Sugar Shack
The Calgary Maple Festival des Sucres is a highlight for the Albertan francophone community. The Calgary Maple Festival des Sucres is a unique destination where we share a tradition of Eastern Canada. The objective is to introduce the public to the rich Francophone heritage of this country, and offer everyone a memorable cultural experience in French. Details
La Cite Des Rocheuses, 4800 Richard Road SW, Calgary
Festival of Animated Objects
From puppet shows to film screenings, gallery exhibitions to workshops, for 4-days and nights Calgary comes alive with original creations, mythical creatures, and curious beasts, objects and gadgets, and thingamajigs beguiled by puppet-masters and artists alike to stir your imagination. Details
Held once in two years.
Varies with events.
One Act Play Festival
Calgary Region One Act Play Festival. Over four evenings, see ten one act plays from a diverse array of local artists. From drama to comedy, new work to classics, the One Act Play Festival offers something for everyone. Details
Pumphouse Theatre, Calgary
March
Alchemy Festival of Student Work
Annual University of Calgary student festival offers a wide range of performances, extending from staged readings by graduate level playwrights to complete one act plays by some of the world’s most respected playwrights.. Details
University of Calgary, 210 University Court NW, Calgary
March end to April
April
Aggie Days
Enjoy many interactive agriculture activities including cow milking, sheep shearing, livestock auctioneering, the amazing corn maze, and much more! And of course you will be able to meet a wide variety of farm animals from huge draft horse to tiny chicks that are just a few days old. Come learn where your food comes from and enjoy going to the farm yet never leave the city. Details
BMO Center, Stampede Park, Calgary
April
Picture this..Film Festival
Picture this…film festival (PTFF) is an award-winning disability film festival recognized around the world for bringing disability films to the general public. Details
Calgary Scope Society, 219-18 Street SE, Calgary
Calgary Underground Film Festival
See films that defy convention. Through the screening of contemporary works in various categories that include: feature, documentary, animation and shorts – we bring Calgarians a unique roster of films rarely seen in North American theatres. Details
Globe Cinema, 617 8 Ave SW, Calgary
April
Calgary Comic & Entertainment Expo
Calgary Comic & Entertainment Expo (Calgary Expo) is an annual festival of all things pop culture including comics, sci-fi, gaming, anime, and horror, fantasy, and more. Since 2006, the convention has grown to welcome over 97,000 attendees annually and one of Canada’s biggest events, ever! Calgary Expo is Canada’s largest independent pop culture convention and one of the biggest events of its kind in North America. Details
Stampede Park, 1410 Olympic Way Southeast, Calgary
April
May
Calgary International Beer Fest
The Calgary International Beerfest is a social event that celebrates the amazing beer and culinary culture in Alberta. Increase your beer knowledge and find a new favourite by sampling some of the 500+ different types of beer on site..Details
BMO Centre ; Stampede Park, 20 Round up Way, Calgary
May
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Vaisakhi Mela
Colourful Indian festival celebrating harvest. Details
Genesis Centre
7555 Falconridge Boulevard NE, Calgary
Ota Fest
Otafest is an annual conference for anime enthusiasts. We act as a creative outlet for fans, an occasion where they can show their passion and appreciation of the hobby. We are an event where fans can show off the costumes they have made, the music videos they have created, and the art they have painted and drawn. Otafest is a forum for discussion and education. We host educational panels introducing others to the basics of the Japanese language and tips on how to use computer programs to enhance music videos and CG art. Details
Calgary TELUS Convention Centre & Calgary Marriott Downtown Hotel
May
Jane’s Walk
Jane’s Walk is a movement of free, citizen-led walking tours inspired by Jane Jacobs. The walks get people to tell stories about their communities, explore their communities, and connect with neighbours. Details
Various Venues, Calgary
May
Free
Airdrie Children’s Festival
The event will feature a Children’s Village play area, children’s entertainment, and inspiration stations, created to inspire kids in learning activities with the goal of exposing them to future career opportunities. Details
Nose Creek Park and other venues, Airdrie
May
Scotiabank Calgary Marathon
Events include Expo, 50KM Ultra , Scotiabank 42.2KM, Centaur Subaru 21.1KM, Jugo Juice 10K , Goodlife Fitness 5K Family Walk & Run and Scotiabank Kids Marathon. Details
Various Routes, Calgary
May
June
Funny Fest – Calgary Comedy Festival
Calgary Comedy Festival feature 11 days & nights of comedy, 70 performers, and 11 themes. Details
Multiple Venues, Calgary
June
Serbian Fest
Experience Serbian hospitality for an entire weekend filled with fun activities for the whole family! Details
16025-243 Ave E (Range Road 294) DeWinton, DeerFoot Tr S & Dunbow Road E, Calgary
June
Fairy Tales Queer Film Festival
Nine days of LGBTQA film and events guaranteed to provoke, challenge and entertain. Details
Globe Cinema, 617 8 Ave SW, Calgary
June
4th Street Lilac Festival
Enjoy an array of musical talent, artisan vendors, quality entertainment and some perfect people watching. At the Lilac Festival, there is an activity made for all ages. This could mean a jump in the bouncer for the kids, discovering a great new band, choosing a perfect summer patio or searching for a trendy fashion; there is no shortage of things happening. Details
4th st SW from 13 Ave S. – Elbow Dr, Calgary
June
Calgary Ukrainian Festival
The Calgary Ukrainian Festival exists to provide to the citizens of Calgary an informative, educational and entertaining festival that celebrates all aspects of our unique and rich Ukrainian heritage. Details
Acadia Recreation Complex, 240 90 Avenue SE, Calgary
Spruce Meadows National
Best athletes from the world’s top show jumping nations compete for top prize money and international acclaim during the Spruce Meadows National,the first tournament in the Spruce Meadows Summer Series.he ‘National’ presented by Rolex hosts the best show jumping athletes and horses from throughout the World. Enjoy Shopping, Pony Rides, Face Painting, Face Painting, Wagon Rides, the family favourite RE/MAX Prairie Dogs from Friday to Sunday, and our city’s finest First Responders on display on Saturday and Sunday. Details
Spruce Meadows, Calgary
June
Parkland Summerfest
The Parkland Summerfest celebrates the beginning of summer with day packed with music, food, and things to do. Details
Park 96
14660 Parkland Blvd SE, Calgary
June
VegFest
VegFest Calgary will be a historic event, focused on unifying and enhancing one of the biggest cities in Canada. It will be a day-long outdoor festival, drawing inspiration from some of the most successful Vegfests in the world. Details
Millennium Park – 1220 9 Ave SW, Calgary
JazzYYC Summer Festival
Calgary’s Jazz festival. Details
Multiple Venues, Calgary.
Ignite!
Festival for Emerging Artists
The Ignite! Festival for Emerging Artists presents exciting work from new voices. Emerging artists in all fields will get the opportunity to present their work to Calgary audiences. Take in the bleeding edge of theater, music, dance and the arts as Ignite! brightens your June! Details
West Village Theatre, Calgary
June
Sled Island
Sled Island is an annual summer festival featuring over 250 bands plus film, comedy and art across 30+ venues in Calgary! Details
Multiple Venues, Downtown Calgary
June
Free & ticketed events
July
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Calgary Stampede
Do not miss this greatest outdoor show on Earth! The festival attracts over one million visitors per year and features one of the world’s largest rodeos, a parade, midway, stage shows, concerts, agricultural competitions, chuckwagon racing and First Nations exhibitions. Details
Calgary Stampede Grounds.
July
Spruce Meadows North American
Closing the Spruce Meadows Summer Series, the ‘North American’ Tournament hosts the best show jumping athletes and horses from throughout the Americas. Come honour our Canadian Military and enjoy Shopping, Art Walk, Pony Rides, Face Painting, Face Painting, Wagon Rides, and the family favourite Prairie Dogs. Details
Spruce Meadows, Calgary
July
Cyclepalooza
Cyclepalooza is a community-driven, do-it-yourself bicycle festival held every summer in Calgary. Cyclepalooza brings people together through cycling for fun and transportation. Details
Multiple venues, Calgary
Mid July
Calgary Turkish Festival
Enjoy Turkish culture, food, music & more! Details
Eau Claire festival Plaza, 200 Barclay Parade SW, Calgary
Mid July
Fiestaval Calgary
Fiestaval is a free and family-oriented, multicultural arts and entertainment festival highlighting the Latin American Culture. It is an opportunity to support Calgary’s Latin community while encouraging multiculturalism among all Calgarians. Details
Calgary Olympic Plaza
July
Historic Calgary Week
Join us for A Chinook Country Historical Society program highlighting our cultural, institutional, industrial, architectural, sporting and military heritage. Travel North to Airdrie, West to Morley and South to Okotoks and High River to explore the contribution of these areas to our growth as a city and a province. Celebrate with us with over 60 events. Come to talks, walks, concerts, family events, museum and community visits and noon hour talks at Central United Church. Details
Multiple Venues, Calgary
Late July to August
Calgary Organ Festival
Various venues, Calgary
TBA
Calgary Folk Music Festival
An annual sound salvation that programs 75+ icons and upstarts from 16 countries on 8 stages in concerts and magical collaborative sessions. It’s a genre-defying, continent-linking festival where fiercely independent, creative troubadours and master instrumentalists from Mauritania, Korea, New Zealand, Australia, the UK, Ethiopia, the US and Canada celebrate diverse traditions, deep roots and cool grooves. Details
Prince’s Island Park, Calgary
July
Terminus Festival
Western Canada’s only multi-day industrial/ebm/dark electro festival featuring bands from all over the world. Details
Dickens, 1000 9th Ave. SW, Calgary
Pet-A-Palooza
West Coast’s largest outdoor pet festival. With events including: Dock Dogs Canada, “Running of the bulls” hilarious 20 ft French and English bull dog races, fly ball shows, agility demos, cool down stations, photo lounges and up to 85 of the leading pet related exhibitors. Details
Eau Claire, 200 Barclay Parade SW, Calgary
July
Calgary Arab Festival
The Calgary Arab Festival is an annual event that aims to share Arabian culture with Calgarians, and build community relationships between the Arab community and other Calgarian community groups. Details
Olympic Plaza – 228 8 Ave SE, Calgary
Calgary International Blues Festival
Featuring a full week of blues that culminate in 4 days & nights of non-stop music at Shaw Millienium Park followed by the nightly Twilight Blues dance parties, this family friendly event is renowned for its great music, relaxed atmosphere and warm hospitality! Details
Shaw Millenium Park, Calgary
July
Calgary Fringe Festival
Independent theatre and arts festival. Details
Multiple venues in Inglewood, Calgary
July
Inglewood Sunfest
A feisty summer festival in the heart of Inglewood. We’re here to celebrate, engage, entertain, and delight. At Sunfest, there is an activity made for all ages. This could mean a jump in the bouncer for the kids, discovering a great new band, being wowed and amazed by our cool street performers, choosing a perfect summer patio or searching for a trendy fashion; there is no shortage of things happening.. Details
Mainstreet Inglewood, Calgary
July
Free and ticketed events.
Chasing Summer
Western Canada’s largest electronic music festival. Details
18+ – admission only with valid photo ID checked at the gate.
Max Bell Centre Festival Grounds
1001 Barlow Trail Southeast, Calgary
July
August
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Franco Festival
Come and enjoy Franco Festival, where families and the community are brought together to celebrate our diversity. During the day, you can experience many cultures through music, dance, food, arts and crafts. Details
Murdock Park, Calgary
Expo Latino
Western Canada’s largest outdoor latin festival. Details
Prince’s Island Park, Calgary
Marda Gras Street Festival
This annual, fun-filled, family-friendly event attracts over 35,000 visitors from all over Calgary. The sights and sounds of New Orleans; purple, green and gold pageantry; a variety of high quality cultural performers, dance groups and musicians; outdoor activities; and a wide variety of delicious cuisine draws kids of all ages to this New Orleans themed festival. Details
Marda Loop – 33rd and 34th Avenues SW, Calgary
August
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. And, shop at some of the most interesting marketplace vendors in the city. Details
Downtown Calgary
August
Calgary Japanese Festival
Visitors to the festival will be treated to authentic Japanese customs, presentations of traditional music, dance & song, dramatic re-enactments of classic Japanese fairy tales, martial arts demonstrations, and more! Details
Max Bell Centre, 1001 Barlow Trail SE., Calgary
August
Calgary Dragon Boat Race & Festival
As Calgary’s premier sport festivals, the Calgary Dragon Boat Race & Festival draws +1850 competitors, +4000 spectators and an abundance of excitement and cultural experiences. The Calgary Dragon Boat Race & Festival is geared towards creating an unforgettable experience. The dragon boat competition illustrates comradery, teamwork and inspiration. Details
North Glenmore Park, Calgary.
August
Free
Carifest Calgary
Carifest is an annual festival held in Calgary, Alberta, Canada that showcases the arts and culture of the Caribbean. Details
Shaw Millenium Park, Calgary.
August
Country Thunder Music Festival
Enjoy you three days filled with epic country music! Details
Prarie Winds Park, 223 Castleridge Blvd NE, Calgary
August
Global Fest
International fireworks festival. Fireworks, cultural performances, night market and more! Details
Elliston Park, main gate at the corner of 17th Avenue and 60th Street SE, Calgary
August
Calgary Korean Day Festival
The festival celebrate and showcase Korea’s unique culture to thousands of Calgarians participating in the event. The Korean Day Festival is held to preserve and promote Korea’s heritage, including exciting events such as traditional dance performances, Korean food. Come and enjoy this day at the festival, as we joyfully honor our heritage and culture here in Calgary. Details
West Hillhurst Community Association and Park,
1940 6 Ave NW, Calgary
August
Brewery & The Beast
A premium culinary experience that features the highest quality meats through the vision of an extraordinary line-up of chefs. Meat Fest. 18+ event – no minors permitted. Details
August
Shaw Charity Classic
PGA Champions Tour – one of the two Canadian stops. Details
Canyon Meadows Golf and Country Club, Calgary
August
Calgary Pride
Calgary Pride Week. Details
Calgary Pride in the Park: With a rocking stage filled with amazing local and out of town talent, as well as local food trucks, beer gardens, vendors and a family zone, there’s something for everyone.
Princes Island Park
August End to Labour Day Weekend
Free and ticketed events
September
Honens Festival & Piano Competition
Experience the festival that discover and launch the careers of the world’s most promising pianists. Enjoy listening to Complete Pianists—21st century artists for 21st century audiences and other renowned musicians throughout the festival. Details
Jack Singer Concert Hall at Arts Commons, 205 8th Avenue SE, Calgary
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Calgary Highland Games
The Calgary Highland Games is one of the oldest gatherings in North America and will be celebrating 104 years since the first games, held in 1913. Organised by the Calgary United Scottish Games Association, these games have gained the reputation as being one of the most prestigious Highland events in the West. Attracting competitors and spectators from across Western Canada and the USA, you will watch some of the world’s top pipers, drummers, dancers, and heavy event athletes compete and perform. Details
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Labour day Weekend
BBQ on the Bow
Canada’s Oldest BBQ Festival with plenty of entertainment. In the BBQ on the Bow “Alberta Championship”, teams vie for recognition as the Grand Champion by earning the most points in all four required categories: Chicken, Pork Ribs, Pork Butt (shoulder) and Beef Brisket. Details
Labour Day Weekend
Spruce Meadows Masters
The eyes of the world are focused on Spruce Meadows as the best athletes from the world’s top show jumping nations compete for prize money and international acclaim during the Spruce Meadows ‘Masters’. Family entertainment and shopping opportunities are available for guests from Wednesday to Sunday. Details
Spruce Meadows, Calgary
September
Beakerhead
It’s a time and place where engineers show their creative sides, and artists get technical, where science hits the street, and everyone gets ingenious. Beakerhead is hands-on and citywide. Everyone is warmly encouraged to take part. Find yourself immersed in engineered art, international ingenuity competitions, public performances, community challenges, backyard-built contraptions, and creations of your own making. Details
Multiple Venues, Calgary
Mid September
Calgary International Film Festival
The Calgary International Film Festival is a 12-day showcase of over 200 multi-genre films from Canada and over 40 other countries. Hosting gala events, screenings, award ceremonies and special presentations, CIFF changes the way visual stories are shared and experienced. Details
Multiple venues, Calgary
September/October
October
Wordfest™
Wordfest sparks lively, illuminating and meaningful conversations between Calgary’s readers and the world’s most engaging writers. Our year-round literary events culminate in a 5-day festival every October, and are programmed to inspire Calgarians to live more creative and empathetic lives. Wordfest’s trademark events include readings, workshops, panel discussions and in-school presentations from authors writing in every genre and for all ages. Details
Multiple Venues, Calgary
October
Halloween
From ghost tours to freaky flashlit night experiences navigating corn mazes to haunted houses, there are plenty of events to get spooked out during Halloween in Calgary.
Various venues, Calgary
Weekends & Last Week of October
Free & Ticketed Events
Fluid Festival
The Fluid Festival celebrates a vast vibrant spectrum of what dance can be, and serves as a space for dialogue and exchange that fosters curiosity and connection. From morning workshops and afternoon artist talks to evening main stage shows and site-specific collaborations that flow into Alberta artist showcases, and late-night performances – Fluid Festival is an inexhaustible immersive forum of new forms and brings forth new feelings for these experiences. Details
Various venues, Calgary
Late October
November & December
Calgary European Film Festival
Each November, the best European movies are presented for you to enjoy good entertainment and multiculturalism within the magic of cinema. All productions will be screened in their respective languages with English subtitles. Details
Eau Claire Market Cinemas, Calgary
Early to Mid November
Canadian Jazz Festival
JazzYYC will present an exciting mix of the best local and touring jazz artists. Details
Various Venues – Lolitas Lounge, Ironwood Stage & Grill & King Eddy
November Mid
CUFF Docs
International Documentary Festival. Details
Globe Cinema, 617 8 Ave SW, Calgary
Late November
Calgary Justice Film Festival
Each year the Calgary Justice Film Festival strives to present innovative and meaningful documentaries that encourage Calgarians to take positive action in their communities, this nation, and the world. The Justice Film Festival has been sharing human rights, environmental, and socially significant documentary films since 2006 .Details
Various Venues, Calgary
November
Zoo Lights
See the 1.5 million Christmas lights at the Calgary Zoo. Watch the amazing light display and enjoy related Christmas activities including Snow bowling, Reindeer Stables, Snowball Alley & build your own igloo and see the Ice Carving Demos. Enjoy caroling as you sip hot chocolate and visit fire pits to keep you toasty and warm. Details
Calgary Zoo.
Late November to End of December
Take a free tour of decked up Calgary downtown, enjoy Lions Festival of Lights or enjoy concerts during Canadian Pacific Holiday Train’s stop in Calgary. Details
Various Venues in and around Calgary
Mid November to Early January.
General: Free & Ticketed Events
Christmas Carols & Holiday Concerts in Calgary.
Christmas Markets & Fairs
Enjoy ice carving demonstrations, fire pits, and holiday entertainment while you shop for that unique gift for your loved ones. Details
Multiple Venues in and around Calgary
November & December
General: Free & Ticketed Events
New Years Eve in Calgary
Welcome 2022 in Calgary – Details
Various Venues in and around Calgary
December 31
Free & Ticketed Events
I just wish this had an email list component so you could get a reminder of the things happening in the city.
Attending Screamfest for the first time this year! Excited! Any things to look out for?
Great information on each festival.
I am brand new in the food truck business and I wish to know how to connect to rent a space in some of these festivals.
Kindest Regards,
Mariam
Hi, Contact the organizers directly – navigate to individual websites and connect using “contact us” page. You can ask yycfoodtrucks.com for help.
This list should include Vegfest 🙂
September 23, 2017!
Most of these events are for last year and NOT 2017. Please correct your dates.
Most organizers have not yet announced 2017 dates. We have updated what is announced till now.