What’s Up This Week?

July 21 to 23

July 19 to 23; Chamberfest West, the 2023 Festival features 20 pieces that resonate and echo through the ages, with arrangements created by artists who were inspired by the works of past masters and modern contemporaries. This diverse program will be presented by a cast of internationally renowned musicians, coming from the Netherlands, Sweden, France, across Canada and the United States to join some of Calgary’s best in various venues. Learn more at chamberfestwest.com.

July 20, 10am to 3pm; MG Car Show at Heritage Park, join Heritage Park and the Calgary MG Car Group for the North American MGB. Come celebrate the 100th anniversary of MG Cars, a small British vehicle with a rich history. You will get a chance to see a classic 1979 MGB, which was featured in the James Bond movie, The Man with the Golden Gun. Learn more at heritagepark.ca.

July 21, 6 to 10pm; Summer Sunset Social – Capitol Hill, live music on the Capitol Hill Community Association Main Stage care of Kelly T and her Puppets Kids, activities, beer garden, snacks and refreshments. Learn more at capitolhill.getcommunal.com/parent_programs/650.

July 21 to 22; Many Mothers, Seven Skies, Seven women. Seven elders. Women who have endured, loved, lost and celebrated life in their own way at the Canmore Opera House at Heritage Park. Learn more at heritagepark.ca.

July 21 to 23; Fiestaval Latin Festival, come and enjoy the three hottest days of the summer with over 30 authentic food vendors, hundreds of national and international performers, artisan market, kids’ area, beer gardens and lots of fun at Olympic Plaza. Learn more at fiestaval.ca.

July 22, 10am to 5pm; 2023 Pawz in the Park, the event will take place at Nose Creek Park in Airdrie and include more than 60 vendors, K9 agility demos, food trucks, wiener dog races and local animal rescues. Learn more at pawzinthepark.ca.

July 22, 11am; Cineplex Family Favourites: Kiki’s Delivery Service, visit participating Cineplex theatres near you and watch a favorite family film each week for only $2.99. Learn more at cineplex.com.

July 22; Taste of Okotoks, experience all the delicious food and drink this part of the world has to offer. This pedestrian-friendly event boasts live music, great food from local restaurants, boutique shopping and a street market featuring a wide array of local artisan wares from MarketSquare. Enjoy tasty treats while listening to live music, happening all afternoon around the Olde Towne Plaza and at the outdoor stage in front of the Okotoks Art Gallery. Learn more at okotoks.ca.

July 22 to 23; The ReLove Market, an empowering fashion community dedicated to the pursuit of personal expression balanced with environmental sustainability. We bring local curators and fashion enthusiasts together in a welcoming, inspiring and creative in-person forum to share ideas and textiles at The Alberta Hotel Building. Learn more at downtowncalgary.com/events/the-relove-market.

July 22 to 23; Afro-Caribbean Food Festival, a celebration of the Caribbean, African and everything in between through food, music and culture. Learn more at acfoodfestival.com.

July 23, 11am and 2pm; Toys R Us Activity: Barbie Celebration, bring your kids in-store to try their hands at being a Barbie fashion designer and decorating a dress for their Barbie to take home. Fans can also bring home activity sheets and a Barbie shopping bag and take fab pics with Barbie standees. Learn more at toysrus.ca.

July 23, 11am to 4pm; The Barn Artisan Market presents…The July Market, two full floors of local vendors, featuring hand-crafted, created, and made-in-Alberta products for your shopping enjoyment at Shawnessy Barn. Learn more at thebarnartisanmarket.ca.

July 23, 11am to 6pm; Change Makers Collective Pop-Up Market, the market that makes a difference. A couple of artisans who want to give back to the community while encouraging environmental sustainability at the Renfrew Community Association. Learn more at changemakerscollective.ca.

July 23, 2 to 4pm; Michaels Make Break: Teacher’s Door Hanger, make a door hanger for back-to-school, or just make one for your room. This event is free and all supplies are included. Learn more at canada.michaels.com.

July 23, 5pm; Calgary Stampeders – Family Day, round up the entire family and head to McMahon Stadium on July 23 to watch the Stamps take on the Redblacks at our Family Day game presented by United Way. Learn more at stampeders.com.

July 23, 5 to 9pm; Sustainable Seafood Boil, the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo is bringing a little taste of the east coast to the zoo with the return of the fan favorite Sustainable Seafood Boil! Enjoy stations of fresh, sustainable catches that are sure to make your taste buds dance. And don’t worry, they’ve got dessert covered too. This event is family-friendly so feel free to bring your whole clan. Your ticket includes admission to the zoo, so you can explore the grounds, visit your favorite animals and take in the beautiful gardens. Learn more at calgaryzoo.com.

Until July 23; Disney’s Aladdin, discover a whole new world at Disney’s ALADDIN, the hit Broadway musical. From the producer of The Lion King comes the timeless story of ALADDIN, a thrilling new production filled with unforgettable beauty, magic, comedy and breathtaking spectacle. Learn more at aladdinthemusical.com.

Ongoing

Fridays in July, 5 to 9pm; Family Fun Friday Nights at Calaway Park, enjoy an extra two hours at Calaway Park on the Friday evenings in July only. Open from 10am to 9pm on July 7, 14, 21, 28. Experience Calaway Park from 10am to 9pm for regular admission per person or from 5pm to 9pm for only $25.95 per person. Don’t miss exclusive magic shows each evening at 6pm and 7:30pm. Enjoy all the family fun of Calaway Park for a bonus two hours. Learn more at calawaypark.com.

Until July 31; G’ddy Up! | Group Exhibition, Newzones Gallery announces the return of “G’ddy Up!”, an annual rotating group exhibition that coincides with the Calgary Stampede. “G’ddy Up!” will survey how Newzones’ artists explore contemporary cowboy culture, and how they implement aspects of this culture in formal practices through painting, photography, mixed media, and sculpture. Learn more at newzones.com.

Until August 6; Shakespeare on the Go – A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM, this summer, the traditional Shakespeare by the Bow program will once again be going on the road…as Shakespeare On The Go! A cast of seven emerging artists will travel to a variety of Calgary locations to present a 75-minute version of A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Learn more at theatrecalgary.com/shakesgoperformances.

Until August 12; Jubilations Dinner Theatre Presents: The Addams Family Band, underneath it all, Wednesday Addams is just a regular teenage girl. And like any normal teenage girl these days, Wednesday wants to be a Pop Star. After searching high and low, she’s having a little trouble finding a band to play with her though … maybe her new bandmates are closer than she thinks. Learn more at jubilations.ca.

Until August 12; Jubilations Dinner Theatre Presents: Old Time Rock ‘n Roll, just take those old records off the shelf. That’s what Michael Stevens is doing. You see, when he decides it’s time to clean out the attic, he stumbles upon his stash of old records that have been collecting dust for decades. Let the nostalgia trip begin. Learn more at jubilations.ca.

Until August 25; Wagonstage 2023 presents: The Little Forest, join emerging artists from the School of Creative and Performing Arts who write, design, direct, and present these popular summer performances at various locations throughout the city. Learn more on the Wagonstage Facebook page.

Until August 26; Nooks and Crannies Festival in Okotoks, a festival where artists create temporary site-specific installations in downtown Okotoks. This art festival sees artists repurpose and animate forgotten places with ‘forgotten’ materials, bringing public art to forgotten corners of downtown Okotoks. Individual artists and teams use recycled products to create installations that raise environmental awareness, animate spaces, and entertain audiences. Learn more at okotoks.ca.

Saturdays until August 26; City of Calgary Family Golf Nights, get your kids interested in hitting the links this summer with the City of Calgary’s Family Golf Nights! Juniors (ages four to 17) golf for free when accompanied by at least one adult. Learn more at calgary.ca.

Select Saturdays until August 26, 6 to 8:30pm; Dover’s Music & Art in the Garden, the Dover Music & Art in the Garden concert series is in its third year, born during the pandemic. It’s a way for the community to come together and enjoy beautiful Twin Views Communal Garden (a transformed tennis court) while listening to local musicians. Learn more at ckua.com.

Until August 27; Prairie Persuasion: Communication and Propaganda in Southern Alberta 1860-1950, visit Gasoline Alley Museum at Heritage Park to learn about the darker side to propaganda, one which was aimed at different groups of people using discrimination and violence. Propaganda changed the shape of society as we know it today. Discover the power of propaganda for yourself, while you can, by visiting this new, temporary exhibit. Learn more at heritagepark.ca.

Until August 27; Calgary Wind Symphony, join the Calgary Wind Symphony for a free family-friendly concert in Riley Park. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets and join for a wonderful afternoon of music. Learn more at calgarywindsymphony.com.

Until August 29, Tuesdays 11am to 4pm; The Market on Stephen Avenue, shop Calgary’s famous downtown avenue for all your market needs. Learn more at downtownmarkets.ca.

Wednesdays until August 30, 4:30 to 9:30pm; Crescent Heights Village BIA Night Market, this market will showcase local vendors, engage the community and raise awareness for the Green Line LRT Project. Learn more at crescentheightsvillage.ca.

Until September; Summer on 17th; returning for its sophomore season along with all of your favorite events. From movies in the park to live bands, theatrical performances and fitness classes, the 17th Ave Business Improvement Area is pulling out all the stops to ensure this summer is epic. Along with last year’s crowd favorites, there’s also tons of exciting new editions for 2023, so clear your calendars, because your summer plans are officially set. Learn more at 17thave.ca/summer.

Until September 2; Rosebud Theatre Presents: The Sound of Music, a young nun is sent off to be governess to seven mischievous children. She teaches the children to sing, bringing a fleeting moment of happiness in the shadow of the rise of the Third Reich. A summer musical for the whole family. Learn more at rosebudtheatre.com.

Saturdays, 3 to 9pm until September 2; Calgary Night Markets at Heritage Park, the Heritage Plaza and promenade in the front parking lots will be taken over by vendors. Shop local vendors, explore the shops in the Plaza, grab a bite to eat and be entertained. Learn more at heritagepark.ca.

Until September 3; Stage West Dinner Theatre: You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown, musical theatre for the whole family. With charm, wit, and heart, follow life through the eyes of Charlie Brown and his friends in the Peanuts gang. An average day made up of little moments picked from all the days of Charlie Brown, from Valentine’s Day, to baseball season, wild optimism to utter despair. Join Charlie Brown, Lucy, Linus, Sally, Schroeder, and a beagle named Snoopy as they navigate the joys and pitfalls of childhood. Learn more at stagewestcalgary.com.

Every other Thursday until September 7, 4:30 to 9:30pm; Kensington Night Market, support local business and find your new favorite treats, breweries, fashions, fitness and more at Lot 57, 1210 Kensington Road NW beside Original Joes. Learn more at kensingtonyyc.com.

Until September 10; #YYCBlockParty – Roller Rink on The Boulevard, get ready to let the good times roll, Calgary! Block Party is back for its fourth installment, bringing good vibes, fun games, and eye-catching art to The Boulevard at Deerfoot City. Proceeds from skate rentals go to Kids Up Front, an organization dedicated to ensuring that all kids have access to fun, enriching experiences. Learn more at deerfootcity.com.

Until September 15; Inglewood Night Market 2023, the Inglewood Night Market is a modern market with locally sourced and handmade vendors selling diverse goods; from handmade crafts to vintage clothing, antiques and collectibles, artisan eats and more. Learn more at inglewoodnightmarket.ca.

Until mid-September; WildScapes at the Calgary Zoo, this summer, the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo will be taken over by larger-than-life animal topiaries. This one-of-a-kind summer garden experience can’t be found anywhere else in Western Canada, and will only be available for three short months. Learn more at calgaryzoo.com.

Until September 16, 4 to 10pm; 4th Street Night Market, Calgary’s hippest night market located in the heart of Mission. Visit the lively main street neighborhood of 4th Street for food, fun, local finds and friends. Learn more at 4th-street-night-market.myshopify.com.

Until October; Bow Habitat Kids Can Catch Trout Pond, the Bow Habitat Station’s Kids Can Catch Trout Pond opens in mid-May and is stocked with rainbow trout in the fish hatchery for you to catch and release. Learn more at bowhabitat.alberta.ca.

Until October; Sacred Defenders of the Universe at TELUS Spark Science Centre, a vibrant floor-to-ceiling journey inside a graphic novel that follows four Indigenous superheroes as they seek to bring back the balance of earth between humility and respect for the land, and the excessive destruction of human ego. Learn more at sparkscience.ca.

Saturdays until October 7; Millarville Farmers’ Market, the people behind the tables at the Millarville Farmers’ Market are the real deal. They are the growers, farmers, makers, bakers, and artists. Ask them about their farm, their art, their love of what they do. Learn more at millarvilleracetrack.com.

Mobile Adventure Playgrounds. Join The City of Calgary for a self-directed, drop-in program that uses loose parts and natural materials to inspire active and creative outdoor play, and connect people, young and old, to nature. Visit calgary.ca/free for locations and details.