Festival News AB - Calgary

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30+ Alberta Summer Music Festivals to Check Out in 2026

Alberta music festivals span from early June to Labour Day weekend and cover a huge variety of musical genres. What is the most exciting part about summers… Read more »

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Deep Fried, Cheesy and Unexpected: A Look at Stampede 2026 Midway Eats

The Calgary Stampede is leaning hard into big, bold flavours for 2026, with more than 65 new Midway foods rolling out from July 3 to 12. This… Read more »

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Heritage Park: What to Do at Calgary’s Historical Village This Season

Calgary’s historical village comes alive during the summer months! As a living history museum, many of Heritage Park’s activities, programs, and events take place over the summer… Read more »

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Calgary’s Downhill Karting Reopens For 2026 Season This Saturday

If you’re looking for something a little different to do in Calgary this May long weekend, Downhill Karting at WinSport might be worth checking out. Reopening for… Read more »

Calgary’s 17th Ave Plans a Full Summer of Free Fun With Music, Markets and Movie Nights

Calgary’s 17th Ave Plans a Full Summer of Free Fun With Music, Markets and Movie Nights

The 17th Ave Business Improvement Area is bringing back Summer On 17th for its fifth season, turning the avenue into the kind of place for a summer outing where one stop leads to another, whether that’s hearing a band while walking down the avenue or stumbling into a market in Tomkins Park.

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May Long Weekend Activities in Calgary – 2026

Victoria Day Weekend Events & Activities in Calgary: Friday, May 15 – Monday, May 18, 2026 A list of things to do in and around Calgary this… Read more »

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What to Expect at Calgary Stampede’s 2026 Grandstand Show

The Calgary Stampede has revealed its 2026 Grandstand Show lineup, promising a high-energy spectacle that blends country roots with bold, modern performance. Running for ten nights from… Read more »

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Royal Canadian International Circus Tours 12 Cities With An All New Lineup This Year

The Royal Canadian Circus is returning this week, bringing a new production that leans into both tradition and spectacle. The Royal Canadian International Circus is poised to… Read more »

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Things to Do to Celebrate 2026 Mother’s Day in Calgary

When it comes to treating Mom this year, there are several ideas around Calgary. The city and its attractions, markets, restaurants, and more are fun ways to… Read more »

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Calgary Stampede Reveals 2026 Big Four Roadhouse Lineup

The Calgary Stampede has unveiled its 2026 Big Four Roadhouse Stage lineup, setting the tone for 11 days of live music from July 2 to 12. The… Read more »

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Alberta Tests 120 km/h Speed Limit in Highway 2 Pilot Project

Alberta is taking a cautious step toward faster highways, starting with a test stretch on one of its busiest routes. The provincial government has raised the speed… Read more »

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DoorDash Expands Grocery Delivery With Sobeys, Safeway, IGA, FreshCo, Farm Boy, And Longo’s

DoorDash is expanding its grocery footprint in Canada in a big way, adding more than 1,000 stores through a new partnership with Empire Company Limited. The deal… Read more »

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From Fort Saskatchewan to Space, Joshua Kutryk Joins ISS SpaceX Crew-13 Mission

Canada is sending another astronaut to the International Space Station, and this time it marks a first. Colonel Joshua Kutryk of the Canadian Space Agency has been… Read more »

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Things to Do in Calgary in May 2026

Things to Do in Calgary in May: Events, Activities and Festivals happening in Calgary during the month of May 2026. Mother’s Day: Things to Do in Calgary… Read more »

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Alberta Moves Toward Permanent Daylight Time Under Red Tape Reduction Bill

Alberta is moving closer to ending the twice-a-year clock change. Service Alberta Minister Dale Nally introduced Bill 31 Thursday, the Red Tape Reduction Statutes Amendment Act, 2026…. Read more »

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Largest Equine Expo in Canada Returns to Red Deer This Weekend

Giddy up for three days of equine-filled fun with clinics, presentations, exhibitors, entertainment, beautiful horses, and more. Horse Expo Canada returns to Red Deer’s Westerner Park from… Read more »

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Free Things to Do in Calgary in May – 2026

A list of FREE and cheap fun things to do in Calgary during May. Contents: Free Events Free Activities   1. Free Events 2. Free Activities Go… Read more »

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New Route: Canada’s Biggest Cosplay Parade Returns to Calgary on April 24

The Calgary Comic & Entertainment Expo kicks off Thursday at Stampede Park! One of the most popular and accessible activities of the famous Calgary festival is the… Read more »

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2026 Spring Carnivals and Summer Fairs in Alberta For a Fun Family Day Out

Let’s get spinning and have a blast at the carnival! Alberta is getting into the carnival spirit with the arrival of various midway companies that will take… Read more »

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All Aboard: Day Out With Thomas Returns to Calgary This May

Take your toddler to see their favourite TV character as Thomas the Tank Engine is returning to Calgary with “Let’s Rock, Let’s Roll Tour” tour this May…. Read more »

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25 Calgary Restaurants For 2026 Mother’s Day Brunch and Dinner

It will be simple to find many great options in Calgary for a special Mother’s Day meal. Across the city, there are opportunities to reserve a spot… Read more »

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Reminder: Reservations For Lake Louise and Moraine Lake Shuttles For 2026 Summer Season Open April 15

Reservations for Parks Canada shuttles to Lake Louise and Moraine Lake’s shores open Wednesday at 8 a.m. MDT. If you are planning to visit Lake Louise and… Read more »

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Reserve Your Comfy Spot for 2026 Calgary Stampede Parade and Support a Good Cause

Since 1912, the Calgary Stampede Parade has been the official kickoff to Calgary’s iconic summer festival. Tens of thousands line up the streets to experience the extravagant showcase… Read more »

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Celebrate Spring Migration at Snow Goose Festival Near Edmonton; Tickets Now on Sale

The Alberta skies are about to be filled with the sights and sounds of thousands of migrating birds. The birds are returning from their winter vacations in… Read more »