Festival News AB - Calgary

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2023: 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 848 entities across public, Catholic,… Read more »

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October 14: When & Where to See Partial Solar Eclipse in Canada

Canada will see a partial solar eclipse when the annular solar eclipse on October 14, 2023, traverses the narrow path on land from Oregon in the U.S…. Read more »

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Five Canadian Cities Make the 2024 World’s 100 Best Cities Rankings

Resonance, a global branding, marketing, and place development agency for cities and destinations, has released its 2024 World’s Best Cities Report. This annual report evaluates over 270… Read more »

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Canada’s Population Surges by 1.15 Million in a Year

Statistics Canada, in their latest population estimate report, reveals that the nation’s population continues to surge, reaching 40,097,761 by July 1, 2023. This marks an impressive increase… Read more »

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Alberta Offers $2,000 Per Child to Families Affected by E. Coli Outbreak

In response to the recent E. coli outbreak in Calgary that led to the closure of 11 daycare facilities, Alberta has decided to provide support to these… Read more »

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Spectacular Prairie Mountain Trail in Kananaskis Reopens After Upgrades

The Prairie Mountain Trail, an extremely popular year-round trail which offers varying terrains and panoramic prairie and mountain views, is now open after trail upgrades. Alberta Parks… Read more »

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FREE Movie at Cineplex: Buy One Get One Free Tickets From September 8 – 14

Get ready for a movie bonanza with Cineplex’s BOGO deal running from September 8 to 14, 2023. Simply purchase one adult or senior movie admission ticket online… Read more »

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What You Need to Know About 2023 Calgary Pride Parade & Festival

The annual Calgary Pride celebrations began on August 25th, with several performances and the main festival taking place this Labour Day weekend. Calgary Pride is set to… Read more »

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Red Bull Outliers: Off-Road Motorcycle Championship Rides to Alberta Badlands and Calgary This Weekend

Red Bull Outliers, Canada’s biggest Hard Enduro competition, is back this weekend.   Red Bull Outliers is a unique and thrilling event which is free to attend… Read more »

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Summer Skirmish: Medieval Duels and War Re-enactments at the Military Museums This Weekend in Calgary

The Military Museums‘ Summer Skirmish Festival is returning this weekend. Step into the past on August 26th and 27th for an immersive experience of nearly 2000 years… Read more »

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Unleash Your Inner Carnivore at the 2023 Edition of Brewery & The Beast Calgary

Get your taste buds ready for a mouthwatering experience at Brewery & The Beast, an ethically sourced culinary festival featuring highest quality meats cooked by an extraordinary… Read more »

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Western Canada’s Pioneering Outdoor Urban Bouldering Park Opens in Calgary

At Millennium Park, Calgary has unveiled a pioneering outdoor urban bouldering attraction, the first of its kind in Western Canada. The project, a collaboration with Montreal’s OnSite,… Read more »

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Canadian Tax Burden: More than Housing, Food, and Clothing Combined – 2022

The average Canadian family paid more in 2022 on taxes than it did on housing, food and clothing combined, says Fraser Institute. Fraser Institute’s latest report, Taxes… Read more »

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Calgary’s Chinatown Street Festival is Back This Saturday

There is plenty of fun festivals this weekend in Calgary, including GlobalFest International Fireworks Festival and the Country Thunder Music Festival. If you want to enjoy a… Read more »

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These are the Water Usage Rules as Calgary Declares Stage 1 Outdoor Water Restrictions Amidst Drought Concerns

Effective August 15, 2023, the City of Calgary has imposed Stage 1 Outdoor Water Restrictions due to sustained dry conditions and record low river flows on Bow… Read more »

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Alberta Milk Champions Food Security with Generous $100,000 Donation to Food Banks

Alberta’s dairy farmers have generously donated $100,000 to Food Banks Alberta, supporting those facing food insecurity. The donation follows a six-week campaign during which the public was… Read more »

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The Brrr is Back: Farmers’ Almanac Releases 2024 Winter Forecast

The Farmer’s Almanac has released the 2024 long-range winter weather forecast and is predicting a return to traditional weather for winter 2023-2024. Dubbing the forecast “The Brrr… Read more »

Red Deer Regional Airshow: Canadian Forces Snowbirds and CF-18 Demo Team in Town This Weekend

Red Deer Regional Airshow: Canadian Forces Snowbirds and CF-18 Demo Team in Town This Weekend

Canadian Forces Snowbirds and CF-18 Demo Team are set to grace the skies again at the Red Deer Regional Airport, promising a thrilling and action-packed event for… Read more »

Lethbridge International Airshow Returns With a Thrilling Lineup This Weekend

Lethbridge International Airshow Returns With a Thrilling Lineup This Weekend

The highly anticipated Lethbridge International Airshow is set to make a triumphant return this year on July 29th and 30th at the Lethbridge Airport. The event promises… Read more »

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2023 Beakerhead: Calgary’s Quirky Science Celebration Returns With Epic 10th Anniversary Plans

Calgary’s celebration of awe-inspiring artworks, fire-breathing contraptions and contemporary curiosities will be back this September. Beakerhead, which brought fire-breathing dragons, and metal flowers shooting fireballs to Calgary,… Read more »

Calgary Stampede Flips Its Way into Guinness World Records

Calgary Stampede Flips Its Way into Guinness World Records

Yesterday was a flapjack-filled fiesta at the Calgary Stampede Tim Hortons Family Day. Attendees were treated to a free pancake breakfast from 8 to 10 a.m., a… Read more »

Best Things to Do at This Year’s Calgary Stampede on General Admission/Free Admission Days

Best Things to Do at This Year’s Calgary Stampede on General Admission/Free Admission Days

Calgary’s iconic summer festival, the Calgary Stampede, kicks off tomorrow. Calgary Stampede combines the world’s largest outdoor rodeo, major concerts, a fair and midway, and much more… Read more »

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What to Know: Eligible Alberta Drivers Now Automatically Exits Graduated Driver Licence Program

Alberta drivers on Graduated Driver’s Licensing program will automatically exit the program to a non-GDL licence. The initiative aims to save young drivers $154 as they transition… Read more »

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14 of the 50 Largest Cities in Canada Where Renters Can Afford to Buy a Starter Home

Only Regina, Calgary, Edmonton, Saskatoon, and Winnipeg meet the criteria of the right income, right home price and high market share of starter homes, says Point2Homes.com, a… Read more »