A weekly digest of What’s On in and around Calgary this weekend, including free, fun family & kids’ activities, live music, theatre & performing arts, sports and exhibitions.
Contents:
- Family Events/Festivals
- Live Music/Music Festivals
- Live Theatre/Theatre Festivals and Related Events
- Sports and Related Events
- All Other Events – Festivals, Food Events, Exhibitions, Markets, Tours
August
I. Family Fun Activities
North Glenmore Park, 7305 Crowchild Trail SW, Calgary
August 8, 2026 To August 9, 2026
Free
From thrilling dragon boat races to multicultural performances, delicious food trucks, the Dragon Marketplace and our Trico Homes Kid’s Play Zone — there’s something for everyone ... »
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Electronic Recycling Association Calgary Depot, 1315 73 Ave SE, Calgary
August 8, 2026 To August 22, 2026
403-262-4488
Free
The Electronic Recycling Association (ERA) invites youth ages 12 to 15 to join Parts to PC, a free hands-on workshop in Calgary. Participants will learn how to build a ... »
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Studio Bell, 850 4 Street SE, Calgary
August 8, 2026 To September 5, 2026
4035435115
Free
In PlayLab, young participants become sound scientists as they create simple DIY instruments like shakers and “sound sandwiches” using everyday materials. Through play and experimentation, kids explore ... »
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II. Live Music
Common/UNDRGRD, 731 10 Avenue SW, Calgary
August 7, 2026
$46.68 & up
Emmit Fenn is a Berkeley-raised singer, songwriter, producer and multi-instrumentalist known for atmospheric indie electronic music. His breakthrough single “Painting Greys” introduced his cinematic, downtempo style, blending ... »
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III. Live Theatre and Related Events
Various Venues, Calgary
July 31, 2026 To August 8, 2026
(403) 451-9726
Varies
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. ... »
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Stage West Calgary, 727 – 42 Avenue SE, Calgary
June 26, 2026 To August 30, 2026
403-243-6642
$87.10 - $97.10
Nostalgically recalls the days of miniskirts, transistor radios and flower power! The electrifying BEEHIVE musical pays homage to the unforgettable female powerhouses of the 1960s, belting out ... »
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IV. Sports
V. Festivals, Other Activities & Events
Prairie Winds Park, 223 Castleridge Blvd. NE, Calgary
August 8, 2026 To August 9, 2026
Free
Don’t miss this free annual summer festival in Calgary, celebrating Filipino-Canadian culture, tradition, and diversity. Enjoy all-ages entertainment and vibrant performances by local artists, presented by ... »
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Eau Claire Park, 3rd Street & Riverfront Avenue SW, Calgary
August 7, 2026 To August 9, 2026
Free
AfricFest Calgary is the premier African cultural festival in Calgary, dedicated to showcasing African excellence and conviviality. This free-admission event celebrates African heritage through music, art, food, ... »
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Blue Grass Garden Centre Calgary, 260130B Writing Creek Cres, Rocky View County
July 18, 2026 To August 30, 2026
(403) 226-0468
Free Admission
Get ready for one of Calgary’s newest summer market experiences! The Blue Grass Farmers Market is bringing together local vendors, handmade goods, food, unique finds, and ... »
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cSPACE Marda Loop Gallery, 1721-29th Avenue SW, Calgary
July 13, 2026 To August 10, 2026
4037967892
Free
Envisioned is a month-long solo exhibition by emerging contemporary visual artist Kelly Zeeb that explores the landscapes of Western Canada through expressive interpretations of form, line, and ... »
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Millarville Racetrack and Agricultural Society , 306097 192 ST W, Millarville
June 20, 2026 To October 10, 2026
4039313411
Suggested Donation
The Millarville Farmers’ Market thanks you all for an amazing 2025 season and is looking forward to the 2026 season, our 44th year! We have 185 amazing vendors for you ... »
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Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo, 210 St. George's Drive NE, Calgary
June 13, 2026 To August 29, 2026
4032329300
$61 to $79 +GST
Bring your family and friends down for a fun and educational morning at the zoo! Admission to this event includes an exclusive before-hours viewing opportunity of our ... »
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Calgary Zoo, 210 St. George's Drive NE, Calgary
January 25, 2026 To November 1, 2026
$29.95 to $59.95
Join us for a unique Calgary brunch experience in the heart of Destination Africa. You can enjoy both gourmet and comfort breakfast foods, including a free-flowing chocolate ... »
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The Confluence Historic Site & Parklands, 750 9 Avenue Southeast, Calgary
September 9, 2025 To October 9, 2026
587-288-1406
Free to $40
An exhibit titled Unfamiliar Perspectives: The NWMP and Canada’s Colonial Project opens Sept. 9 at The Confluence. Built around archival photographs, sketches, newspaper pages, personal journals and ... »
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Canmore Cave Tours, 129 Bow Meadows Crescent, Unit 202, Canmore
January 1, 2026 To December 31, 2026
$129 & up
The 4.5-hour Explorer Tour is jam-packed full of fun and excitement. Your guide will introduce you to the amazing world of caves, spending approximately 2 to 2.5 hours underground ... »
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1 2 3 … 7 Next »Please put recurring events like Pottery Wheel Date Night, movies, plays, etc at the bottom of your list. Very annoying to have to scroll through these every week. Same goes for kid events.
Robin if you click on the Canada day activities post you will see a binch of them
Why are there comments here from "2017" when this is about things to do in 2022?? Haha
Live Concerts Are Back!
Summer Concert Series at the Grey Eagle Drive In
June 10, 2021. Calgary, Alberta: Grey Eagle Drive In is thrilled to announce their new concert set up and plans for this summer. Starting June 16, they will be begin presenting LIVE concert events with guests being allowed to sit outside of their cars. “The original plan for the Grey Eagle Drive In was always to bring back live concert events and we are super excited to be able announce our live concert line up. Our venue set up has an open parking space in between each car, so this space becomes our guests spots to set up their own lounge party. Then starting August 13 guests will be able to come into an open site and set up their own lawn chair in a general admission format, no vehicles” stated Courtney Smith, Venue Manager, Grey Eagle Drive In.
The Grey Eagle Drive In has been in operation since May 7 and will be running concerts, live events, movies, dance recitals, graduations, and private corporate events until September 7th. Upcoming live concerts include:
June 16 – Deuling Pianos. Drive In Show
June 18 - Hotel California- The Original Tribute to the Eagles Drive In Show
June 20 – Snotty Nose Rez Kids Drive In Show
June 25 - Bad Moon Riders: A Salute to the Music of CCR Drive In Show
July 9 - Men Without Hats Drive In Show
July 17 – Wannabe: A Spice Girls Tribute Drive In Show
July 24 – BCDC: High Voltage Rock ‘N Roll (ACDC Tribute) Drive In Show
August 13 – Platinum Blonde General Admission Standing Show
August 20 – Streetheart and Headpins General Admission Standing Show
“Starting June 16, we are presenting a unique format for our guests. Guests can take in the shows under the sun and stars in their own lawn chair beside their vehicles, but if it rains, the show goes on under our covered stage and our guests can retreat to their cars until the rain passes,” stated Courtney Smith. This new set up will continue to follow COVID protocols put forward by AHS and the Tsuut’ina Nation, which means guests need to wear face masks and are not permitted to wonder the site, unless using the washroom.
Come August 13; The Grey Eagle Drive In will be hosting outdoor general admission style events, no vehicles! “Lives shows are back at the Grey Eagle and we could not be happier. Guests will be able to come to the site, set up their own festival space and take in these amazing shows. The first being Platinum Blonde on August 13, followed by a double header with Streetheart and the Headpins on August 20,” noted Sheldon Lachambre, Director of Entertainment at The Grey Eagle Resort & Casino.
*This concert series is dependent on hitting Alberta’s Stage 3 reopening plans
Located on the beautiful Tsuut’ina Nation at the Grey Eagle Resort and Casino, the Grey Eagle Drive In site features 206 car capacity venue for Drive IN concerts and a 1,000-person capacity for festival events. The Grey Eagle Drive In features a state-of-the-art stage for bands to perform live and Industry leading sound, lighting, and video.
According to the Alberta Live Events Coalition more than $350 million dollars has been lost in Alberta within the live event industry due to COVID. https://albertaliveeventscoalition.ca “It is great to be able to get back to producing live events. It has been a challenging time for our industry, with many companies shutting down and thousands of layoffs. Getting bands back on stage is a positive step in helping our industry begin to recover,” stated David Howard, President of The Event Group.
Further information and ticketing can be found at http://www.greyeagledrivein.com
Jeeze, DOUGLAS.
Douglas - Jordan Peterson is not anti-female. How did you even come to such a conclusion? Did he hurt your feels??
what the heck, today is June 28, I would like to see "THIS WEEKEND" and all I see is july 5 and onward
Love this site!
Any chance it will be made into an app where we can save various events? :)
Thank you for the suggestion. We will look into it.
Do your own research douglas. Jordan Peterson is everything except what you said. grow up.
Thank you so much for setting up and maintaining this site! Every week I find and experience activities that I would not have know about otherwise, love it!