Festival News AB - Calgary

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What to See & Do at the 2024 Edition of Spruce Meadows’ Free Christmas Lights Display

Calgary’s world-renowned equestrian facility is set to dazzle visitors with its enchanting annual Christmas display beginning December 6. The 2024 Christmas Lights Display is a complimentary experience for… Read more »

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Check Out Calgary’s Newest Restaurants For Holiday Dining

Start those holiday plans! And start them off with some of Calgary’s newest eateries, pubs, and restaurants- many of which are accepting reservations well into Christmas and… Read more »

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Alberta to End Photo Radar Ticketing on Select Highways Next Spring

Alberta is overhauling its photo radar program to prioritize traffic safety over revenue generation. Effective April 1, 2025, photo radar ticketing on numbered provincial highways will cease,… Read more »

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Thomas Rhett to Headline 2025 Calgary’s Cowboys Music Festival; Register For Tickets

The Cowboys Music Festival promises an unforgettable 11-day celebration, showcasing a stellar line-up of international music sensations.   Running from July 3 to 13, the festival… Read more »

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Survey: Alberta Seeks Public Input on Future of Passenger Rail Development

Alberta’s government is advancing its Passenger Rail Master Plan and is urging the public to participate in shaping the future of rail infrastructure in the province. The… Read more »

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Country Thunder Announce Headliners For 2025 Calgary Summer Music Festival

Country Thunder organizers have announced the headliners for the 2025 edition of the festival in Calgary. The festival, scheduled for August 15 to 17, will be headlined… Read more »

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Alberta Living Wage 2024: How Much You Need to Earn Per Hour For Simple Living

Alberta Living Wage Network has published the hourly wages required for residents of various Alberta cities to earn to maintain a modest standard of living in 2024…. Read more »

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Calgary’s 2024 Living Wage: How Much You Need to Earn For a Modest Living

Vibrant Communities Calgary says residents need to make $24.45 per hour to maintain a modest standard of living in the city.   This is $10 per hour… Read more »

Block Heater: 2025 Lineup Announced For Calgary Folk Music Festival’s Winter Edition

Block Heater: 2025 Lineup Announced For Calgary Folk Music Festival’s Winter Edition

The Calgary Folk Music Festival’s tenth edition of Block Heater, sponsored by ATB, is set to take place from February 14 to 15, 2025. This weekend-long festival… Read more »

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Zoolights 2024: What is New at the Enchanting Christmas Lights Display at Calgary Zoo

Calgary’s beloved holiday tradition, Zoolights, presented by Olympia Trust Company, is back and brighter than ever in 2024. With over one million dazzling lights, nearly 250 intricate… Read more »

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What to Do at 2024 Edition of Calgary’s Spectacular Spruce Meadows Christmas Market

Start your Christmas shopping at the International Christmas Market at Spruce Meadows. The International Christmas Market at the premier show jumping and equestrian facility is back in full… Read more »

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Calgary to Host 113th Grey Cup in 2026

Calgary has been selected as the host city for the 113th Grey Cup, set to take place at McMahon Stadium, home field of the Stampeders. This event… Read more »

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Grit to Greatness: Calgary Stampede Reveals 2025 Poster

The Calgary Stampede has unveiled its 2025 poster, a vibrant depiction of determination and perseverance crafted by 22-year-old local artist Elora Kiddle. Titled “Grit to Greatness,” the… Read more »

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Shania Twain to Headline 2025 Calgary Stampede; Presale Oct 29

Country music star Shania Twain will perform at the 2025 Calgary Stampede, returning to the event for the first time in over a decade. The five-time GRAMMY… Read more »

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PowerPlay: Massive New Entertainment Venue Opening in Calgary; Job Fair For 150 Positions This Weekend

Southcentre Mall is set to welcome PowerPlay, a pioneering entertainment venue, this November. Spanning 80,000 square feet, PowerPlay is the first facility of its kind in Canada, promising to transform Calgary’s entertainment landscape with its blend of advanced technology and premium amenities.

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Illuminated CPKC Holiday Train Returns For 2024 Season Visiting New Brunswick For the First Time (Schedule)

The Holiday Train will return to the rails this season for its 26th cross-continent tour this November. In November, two decorated trains will make the festive journey,… Read more »

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2024 Beakerhead: What to Expect at Calgary’s Massive Science Festival This Weekend

The 11th Beakerhead Festival, a confluence of art, science, and engineering, returns to Calgary this weekend. 2024 Beakerhead Highlights: This year’s event features an immersive line-up… Read more »

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Calgarians in Multi-Residential Buildings Can Apply for Up to $4,000 For EV Charger Installations

The City of Calgary has introduced ChargeYYC, a pilot initiative aimed at helping residents of multi-residential buildings install electric vehicle (EV) chargers. Starting September 24, 2024, residents… Read more »

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2024 Rankings: Best Elementary Schools in Alberta According to Fraser Institute

The Fraser Institute, a renowned Canadian public policy research and educational organization, has unveiled its annual rankings of Alberta elementary schools, evaluating 730 entities across public, Catholic,… Read more »

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The Boo Revue!: Frightfully Fun Puppet Show Returns to Calgary This Halloween

Calgary is set to welcome the return of “The Boo Revue!,” a family-oriented Halloween puppet show, this October. The show, highlighted by its unique blacklight puppetry, features… Read more »

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List of 2024 Alberta Day Celebrations Across the Province This Long Weekend

This Labour Day weekend, celebrate everything that makes Alberta unique as the province turns 119 years old. From live entertainment and a made-in-Alberta marketplace to beer gardens… Read more »

Free Admission to Heritage Park: What to Know About Calgary’s 2024 Alberta Day Festivities Including Free Drone Show

Free Admission to Heritage Park: What to Know About Calgary’s 2024 Alberta Day Festivities Including Free Drone Show

Alberta is poised to commemorate its 119th year as a province with the 3rd annual Alberta Day celebrations. The day serves as a tribute to Alberta’s official… Read more »

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Get Your Brit On: Elephant & Castle Pub Now Open at Calgary’s Historic Rose & Crown Location

Elephant & Castle Pub and Restaurant has inaugurated a new location in a historic building formerly occupied by the Rose & Crown Pub. This opening marks the… Read more »

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10 New Calgary Restaurants to Eat Out in August

Right in time for summer, the restaurant openings around Calgary include some places for cold treats. Overall, Calgary was a busy city over the first months of… Read more »