Festival News AB - Calgary

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Guide to Festivals in Calgary – 2026

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… Read more »

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Parks Canada Confirms 2026 Alcohol Ban Periods for Banff Campgrounds, Full List Released

Parks Canada has set out this year’s restriction dates for alcohol and cannabis use in Banff National Park, along with a detailed list of affected campgrounds. Per… Read more »

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New Legislation Could Put Alberta Whisky Alongside Bourbon and Scotch

Alberta is looking to give its whisky a clearer identity, one that ties it firmly to the province where it is made. The provincial government has introduced… Read more »

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Things to Do in Calgary in April – 2026

Things to Do in Calgary in April: Events, Activities and Festivals happening in Calgary during the month of April 2025.

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20 Things to Do During Spring in Alberta

As the temperatures warm up during Spring in Alberta, the province begins to open up with more to do, more to see, and more reasons for getting… Read more »

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Free Things to Do in Calgary This April – 2026

A list of FREE and cheap fun things to do in Calgary during April.

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Calgary Stampede Announces 2026 Coca-Cola Stage Lineup

Grab your boots, wrangle your friends and join the ultimate Stampede party. Following the revealing of the artists rocking the country music party at the Nashville North… Read more »

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Calgary Restaurants Offering Easter Brunch or Dinner – 2026

Celebrate Easter in Calgary with numerous different options for a delicious and festive meal. All around the city, there will be an array of options for a… Read more »

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Easter in Calgary: 2026 Events & Activities

Take Easter bunny pictures at Calgary’s retailers, visit Calgary Zoo for their annual Easter Easter Eggstravaganza, go on Easter Egg hunts, and enjoy delicious Easter Sunday brunch this Easter weekend in Calgary.

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Spruce Meadows Hosts Massive Easter Egg Hunt with Up to $10K in Cash Prizes

Easter at Spruce Meadows is getting a competitive twist this year, with up to $10,000 in cash prizes on the line. The venue is hosting what it’s… Read more »

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Calgary’s Youth Hiring Fair Returns on March 26

The City of Calgary’s Youth Employment Centre is bringing back its annual Youth Hiring Fair on March 26 at the Big Four Building in Stampede Park. The… Read more »

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Shake Shack Heads West with First Alberta Restaurant in Calgary

Shake Shack is making its first move into Western Canada this spring. The burger chain confirmed it will open its first Alberta location this spring at CF… Read more »

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Pi Day Deals and Specials in Calgary

Don’t miss out on this opportunity for pie! March 14 is celebrated as Pi Day each year. This is thanks to 03-14 and pi’s simplest decimal form,… Read more »

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YYC Food & Drink Experience 2026: Restaurants Participating in Calgary’s Dining Festival Beginning March 13

Calgary’s culinary scene is about to get even more exciting with the return of the YYC Food & Drink Experience from March 13 to 29. This event… Read more »

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Things to Do This Spring Break in Calgary – Activities and Events – 2026

For those parents looking for plans or entertainment for the week, Calgary has a lot to offer over the break from March 20 to 29 or April… Read more »

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Things to Do to Celebrate 2026 St. Patrick’s Day in Calgary

A list of events and activities to celebrate St Patrick’s Day in Calgary!

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Calgary Stampede Announces 2026 Nashville North Headliners

The party tent that has long been a hub for country music during the Calgary Stampede is expanding again this summer. Nashville North returns with a larger… Read more »

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Calgary’s Sled Island 2026 Reveals Early Lineup

Each June, Sled Island unfolds over five days, filling more than 30 venues in Calgary with music, comedy, and art. Set for June 17 to 21, 2026,… Read more »

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Things to Do to Celebrate International Women’s Day in Calgary – 2026

Here are 10 things to do to celebrate International Women’s Day in Calgary.

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Calgary Introduces Backyard Suite Incentive Program March 2, Offering Homeowners Up to $15,000

The City of Calgary is rolling out a new incentive aimed at homeowners who want to add a secondary home in their backyard. Starting March 2, 2026,… Read more »

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Got a “B” Name? RCMP Launches National Puppy Naming Contest

The Royal Canadian Mounted Police is turning to kids across the country for help naming its next generation of police dogs. The RCMP’s Police Dog Service Training… Read more »

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Things to Do in Calgary During March

Things to Do in Calgary in March: Events, Activities and Festivals happening in Calgary during the month of March 2026.

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Muhammad to Aurora: Alberta’s Top Baby Names in 2025

Olivia and Noah continue to dominate Alberta’s baby name charts, according to the province’s newly released 2025 list. Olivia has now held the top spot for girls… Read more »

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Dump Your Ex’s Stuff for Heart & Stroke This Valentines Day in Calgary

Calgarians with a few lingering reminders of past relationships will have a place to leave them this Valentine’s Day, and it comes with a charitable twist.  … Read more »