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On July 2, 2024 by

July 4 to 14

July 4, 5pm to 12am; Calgary Stampede Sneak a Peak. With half-off gate admission, this is your chance to check out Stampede a day before the Parade officially kicks it off. Learn more at calgarystampede.com

July 4 to 7; MexiFest. Mexifest is a family-oriented, multicultural arts and entertainment festival highlighting the Mexican Culture in Parking Lot 6 in downtown Calgary. Learn more at mexifest.ca.

July 4 to 14; Calgary Stampede Breakfasts. See our extensive list of places to get your free pancakes, listen to some rootin’ tootin’ tunes and take part in fun kids’ activities here.

July 4 to 14; GlobalFest Calgary Stampede Performances. Witness amazing cultural performances during the Calgary Stampede at the BMO Centre. With performances on the hour there is fun to be had for the whole family. Come for the performances, stay for the on-site vendors. With multiple cultural pavilions on site, enrich yourself and learn about a new culture. Experience the Calgary Stampede, GlobalFest style! Learn more at globalfest.ca.

July 4 to August 8; Free Music in the Park. Every Thursday, Quinterra Legacy Garden hosts Music in the Park, featuring free performances by talented local artists, free for anyone to attend. Learn more at quinterralegacygarden.com.

Sundays & Fridays, July 5 to 14, 5 to 9pm; Showdown at Heritage Park: A Wild West Adventure. This family-friendly evening kicks off with a cowboy buffet and side-splitting western entertainment. After dinner, step outside as a spectacular wild west gunfight erupts on Main Street. Learn more at heritagepark.ca.

Fridays & Saturdays, July 5 to 27; Granary Road After Hours. Every Friday and Saturday in July, join Granary Road for extended fun until 9pm. Enjoy an evening of Yester Year Mini Golf, exploring the park, visiting our farm petting zoo, indulging in delicious ice cream, and savoring authentic Mexican food by El Gringo Loco YYC. Learn more at granaryroad.com.

July 5, 9am; The Calgary Stampede Parade. The Stampede Parade presented by Suncor is an iconic part of Calgary’s cultural identity. Since 1912, the Stampede Parade has served as the official kickoff of The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth. Each year, the Stampede Parade entertains our community with a showcase of colorful floats, majestic horses and high-energy marching bands. Learn more at calgarystampede.com.

July 5; The Calgary Stampede. Yahoo! Don’t miss bringing your family to the Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth. Visit calgarystampede.com to find out what exciting family friendly events are going on and when. Learn more at calgarystampede.com.

July 5, 8pm; The Michael Jackson HIStory Show. Showtime presents this spectacular music tribute and full-scale stage production honouring the one and only King of Pop, Michael Jackson at Jack Singer Concert Hall. Learn more at eventticketscenter.com.

July 5 and 11; TransAlta Generation Station Stampede Party. TransAlta is powering the party at their Generation Station for Stampede this year. Head to Macleod Trail and 11 Avenue SE for an energizing experience and cool swag giveaways. Get charged up for Stampede with line dancing, boot shines, photo-ops, bedazzling, cotton candy, and freezies. Learn more at transalta.com.

July 5 to 14; Fleurs de Villes. Following the huge success of their global exhibitions in cities including Sydney, New York, London, Chicago, Miami and Toronto, Canadian flower show sensation Fleurs de Villes will arrive at this year’s Stampede (BMO Centre) for the worldwide premiere of their new show Fleurs de Villes COUNTRY – a fresh floral celebration of Country Music icons. Learn more at fleursdevilles.com.

July 5 to 21; Canadian Badlands Passion Play. An epic story of faith, hope and love told on Canada’s largest outdoor stage. Learn more at badlandsamp.com.

July 6, 8 to 13; 8:30am to 1:15pm; Fluor Rope Square Stampede Activities. At Fluor Rope Square, every day starts with a bacon pancake served hot off a chuckwagon or smokie paired with Stampede-style entertainment including dancers, singers, fiddlers, friendly mascots, plus so much more. Learn more at corporate.calgarystampede.com.

July 6, 10am to 4pm; Calgary Artists’ Society Show & Sale. Holy Cross Anglican Church and the Calgary Artists’ Society present an Art Show and Tea room. Artists will be painting and drawing on site. Learn more at calgaryartistssociety.com.

July 6, 6:30 to 8:30pm; Mad Max: Fury Road – Film Screening. The Burnswest Theatre at The Confluence is a cozy indie theatre perfect for a fun day out with the family or date night with a special someone. FURY ROAD (R) – In a post-apocalyptic wasteland, a woman rebels against a tyrannical ruler in search for her homeland with the aid of a group of female prisoners, a psychotic worshipper and a drifter named Max. Learn more at http://theconfluence.ca/movies.

July 6 to 21; Music in the Park. The Calgary Wind Symphony is pleased to be returning to Riley Park this summer to bring music to the community in one of our favorite outdoor settings. Bring the whole family and enjoy music in the park! Learn more at calgarywindsymphony.com.

Until July 7; Spruce Meadows North American. The ‘North American’ tournament, where top athletes from across the continent gather to showcase their skills. Learn more at sprucemeadows.com.

July 7; Family Day at Calgary Stampede. Bring the whole family to the Calgary Stampede and celebrate with free fun for everyone. Learn more at calgarystampede.com.

July 7, 10am to 3pm; The Mom Market at East Village. Canada’s original collective market devoted to showcasing small business owners Canada-wide in consistent and high quality curated vendor markets at River Walk Plaza in East Village. Learn more at themommarketco.com.

July 7, 12 to 6pm; Prairie Spirit Market. More than 20 vendors, live DJs, and tasty treats! Support local artisans while celebrating Calgary’s amazing heritage this Stampede season at ContainR by Springboard Performance.

July 7, 2 to 4pm; Michael’s Make Break: Crystal Hair Accessories. Add a sparkle to your hair or drink ware accessories with brilliant crystals. All you need to do is purchase the hair clip base or a tumbler of your choice and Michaels will provide the rest. Learn more at canada.michaels.com.

July 9, 10:30am and 1:30pm; City of Calgary Breaks. Offers bird lovers of all ages a chance to drop into Inglewood Bird Sanctuary for a guided walk. You will learn all about birds and other wildlife in Calgary. Learn more at calgary.ca.

July 9, 12 to 4pm; All Ages Taylor Swift Tribute Show. Come down to Ranchman’s Cookhouse and Dancehall for some family fun. Kid friendly activities, line dancing lessons, food and drinks and more. Join us for an unforgettable evening with the UK’s premier Taylor Swift tribute act, featuring the incredibly talented Katy Ellis. Learn more at showpass.com.

July 9, 5 to 7pm; Kensington BBQ Block Party. Legendary Canadian wrester and AEW superstar Chris Jericho will make a special appearance at Trapped Escape Room (Kensington Plaza) and will take photos with attendees in exchange for a stuffed animal in support of the annual “OHF Backpack Giveaway for the Community” that will take place later this summer on August 10. Learn more at owenhartfoundation.org.

July 10, 10:30am and 1:30pm; City of Calgary Wetland Wonders. Are you ready to learn all about the wonders of wetlands? Discover why these natural spaces are so special and get an up-close view of the amazing critters that live below the surface at Ralph Klein Park. Learn more at calgary.ca.

July 10, 6 to 8pm; Heritage Park Music in the Plaza. Discover free live music in Calgary all summer long at Music in the Plaza. Each week, one of the best emerging live bands in Calgary will take the stage. Learn more at heritagepark.ca.

July 10, 6:30 to 8:30pm; Stroll & Sketch at The Confluence. Join local artist Krystelle Celestino Wurst from Krystelle Creations for a stroll and sketch across the parkland! Enjoy the unique mix of inner city and nature in this approximately 1.5 km walk with frequent stops to sketch and reflect. Learn more at theconfluence.ca.

July 11; Free Slurpee Day at 7-Eleven. Get a free small Slurpee at 7-Eleven from 7am to 11pm.

July 11; TransAlta Generation Station Stampede Party. TransAlta is powering the party at their Generation Station for Stampede this year. Head to Macleod Trail and 11 Avenue SE for an energizing experience and cool swag giveaways. Get charged up for Stampede with line dancing, boot shines, photo-ops, bedazzling, cotton candy, and freezies. Learn more at transalta.com.

July 11, 4:30 to 8:30pm; Kensington Night Market. Entertainment, local vendors and so much more; shop the market then experience and enjoy Kensington. Learn more at thedowntownmarkets.ca.

July 12, 4:30 to 6pm; Free Soccer Fridays. Kids can enjoy a free unstructured, drop-in soccer opportunity. This is a chance for youth of all ages and abilities to play and enjoy the sport at Calgary West Soccer Centre. Learn more at calgaryminorsoccer.com.

July 12, 6:30 to 8:30pm; Summer Olympics Trivia Night. Assemble a team of trivia athletes and head down to The Confluence for the first Summer Olympics Trivia! Dig up more obscure knowledge than your competitors to win the gold medal. Learn more at theconfluence.ca.

July 12 to 14; 2024 Shady Grove Bluegrass Music Festival. One of Canada’s largest bluegrass music festivals. It has been running annually for about 30 years and continues to deliver on top-notch entertainment and an unrivalled community for jamming in Sundre. Learn more at foothillsbluegrass.com.

July 12 to 14, 10am to 7pm; Calaway Comic Fest for Kids. Dress up in your best family friendly costume and be transported to the Calaway Comic Fest for Kids zone. With character meet and greets plus special activities each day, a whole new experience is waiting for you! Special Guests Global Pet Foods’ SuperDogs will be performing their 15-minute Pawvenger show with your chance to meet these super pups after the show. Learn more at calawaypark.com.

July 13, 10am to 12pm; Home Depot Kids’ Workshop: Build a Soccer Game. If you are looking for a fun activity to do with the family, Home Dept has a great workshop for kids that will teach them about building. Kids can learn how to build their very own soccer game. Learn more at homedepot.ca.

July 13, 10am to 12pm; Michaels Kids’ Club: Craft Stick Airplanes. Make airplanes out of craft sticks. This event is free with all supplies included. Learn more at canada.michaels.com.

July 13, 12 to 2pm; Outdoor Scavenger Hunt Competition. Embark on an enriching adventure across The Confluence parkland! Put your local history knowledge to the test in this outdoor scavenger hunt that will take you across all 40 acres of land at the confluence of the Bow and Elbow rivers. Bring your most quick-witted family, friends or colleagues to explore the grounds, solve riddles, and win awesome prizes! Learn more at theconfluence.ca.

July 13, 6:30 to 8:30pm; Twister – Film Screening. The Burnswest Theatre at The Confluence is a cozy indie theatre perfect for a fun day out with the family or date night with a special someone. Movie tickets include a small popcorn and admission to The Confluence Cultural Centre. TWISTER (PG-13) – Two storm chasers on the brink of divorce must work together to create an advanced weather alert system by putting themselves in the cross-hairs of extremely violent tornadoes. Learn more at theconfluence.ca/events/film/twister.

July 13 to 14; Free Family Fishing Weekend. Albertans and visitors are encouraged to give fishing a try on waterbodies with open fishing seasons without having to purchase a sportfishing licence. Learn more at mywildalberta.ca.

Until July 14; Xiang Loong Festival. The festival explores and celebrates the deep-rooted cultural significance of the dragon at the Chinese Cultural Centre. There are a variety of activities lined up, including seminars, exhibition, workshops, a vendor market, a dragon lantern parade, and diverse cultural performances including a dragon dance performance. Learn more at culturalcentre.ca.

July 14, 11am to 12pm; Stories with Sheldon First Rider: History and Uses of Niitoy-yiss (the Tipi). Through the oral tradition, Blackfoot Elder Sheldon First Rider will share stories from Blackfoot culture in this intimate one-hour program. Every month, Sheldon will speak on a different topic, covering everything from mythology and food to history and spirituality. This July, discover the history of niitoy-yiss (tipi) and its uses in the everyday Blackfoot way of life. Learn more at theconfluence.ca.

Ongoing

Weekends; Asylum for Art Brunch. Asylum for Art hosts weekend brunch and live music at the WaffleHaus Saloon. Admission is by donation, and you can reserve a spot. Learn more at asylumforart.ca.

Until July 3; Curiosities and Oddities Walking Tour at Heritage Park. Discover the weird history behind artifacts across the Park. Learn more at heritagepark.ca.

Until July 14; Southcentre Mall Chuckwagon & Trophy Exhibit. Southcentre Mall has partnered with the World Professional Chuckwagon Association to bring you an exciting in-mall display packed with western legacy, local artwork, and fun facts. Explore the mini racetrack and get up close with dazzling trophies from various Stampede events. Learn more at southcentremall.com.

Until August 6; Summer on 17th. Every weekend will be a unique experience, packed with exciting themes, live music, retro markets, guided tours, tasty bites, special offers, cultural delights, and movie nights. Learn more at 17thave.ca.

Until August 10; Jubilations Dinner Theatre Presents: Friends: The One with Ace Ventura. Featuring uproarious laughter and the greatest hits of the “Friends” era, performed by some of Canada’s best singers. Learn more at jubilations.ca.

Until August 10, Jubilations Junior Presents: Minionz: A Despicably Musical.  It’s 1988 and Gru is in high school with the Minionz trying to rule the school as… class president? Popular girl Nikki Nichols is the more likely candidate to win and with the school dance coming up, Gru is going see if his political rival would be his… dance partner? Can the Minionz help Gru secure the date? You’ll have to come see for yourself as Jubilations Junior presents… Minionz: A Despicably Musical Parody. Learn more at jubilations.ca.

Until August 18; Immersive Disney Animation at the BMO Centre. Experience iconic Disney songs like never before. Custom-designed features will take your Disney experience to the next level. Become part of the stories you love at Immersive Disney Animation! Learn more at disneyimmersive.com.

Until August 21; Rosebud Theatre Presents: Little Women. Louisa May Alcott’s timeless, captivating story of the March family is brought to life in this glorious musical filled with personal discovery, heartache and hope. Jo March weaves the story of her and her sisters, Meg, Beth and Amy, and their adventures growing up in the wake of America’s Civil War. Learn more at rosebudtheatre.com.

Until August 24; 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.

Until August 25; NMC Presents: Rock the Nation — International Hits and Canadian Classics. Rock the Nation is a live tribute show of Canada’s best-known hits from the past 60 years. Produced by Annerin Productions, hear the soundtrack to generations every Saturday and Sunday at Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre, from May 11 to August 25. Learn more at studiobell.ca/whats-on/rock-the-nation.

Until September 1; Stage West Dinner Theatre Presents: A Closer Walk with Patsy Cline. Patsy was never shy about self-promotion and impressed everyone the moment they heard her. Featuring all her biggest hits from Walkin’ After Midnight, I Fall to Pieces, Crazy (written by Willie Nelson), She’s Got You, Leavin’ on Your Mind, Sweet Dreams, Faded Love, and all the way to her last single release of A Closer Walk with Thee. Learn more at stagewestcalgary.com.

Until September 2; Bugs & Bytes Summer Science at TELUS Spark. From ants to algorithms, Spark is buggin’ out with science this summer! TELUS Spark is buzzing with excitement as the science centre kicks off an epic summer of Bugs & Bytes! Guests are in for a summer full of exploring the secrets of both the digital and natural worlds while getting curious about science. Learn more at sparkscience.ca.

Fridays until September 13, 5 to 11pm; Inglewood Night Market 2024. 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 September 14; Calgary Night Markets at Heritage Park. Shop for a wide variety of artisan products made by local vendors every week in the Park’s front plaza. From one-of-a-kind jewelry to mouthwatering treats, and a whole lot more, there’s a diverse array of discoveries waiting for you. Learn more at heritagepark.ca.

Until September 19; Dalhousie Farmers Market. The Alberta Approved Farmers Market will be setup on the field behind the Dalhousie Community Association offering produce, breads, meat, canned goods and much more. Learn more at dalhousiecalgary.ca.

Wednesdays until September 25; Night Market at University District. U/D is partnering with Marketspot to bring Calgarians night markets on the last Wednesday of the month from May to September. The event is free to attend with offerings you don’t want to miss including live music, entertainment and a chance to shop and support over 30 local vendors. Learn more at myuniversitydistrict.ca.

Saturdays until September 28; The Market at cSPACE Marda Loop. A vibrant fusion of arts, culture, and culinary delights! Join us for an unforgettable experience celebrating local talent and flavors. Learn more at cspacemardaloop.com.

Thursdays until October 3; Bridgeland-Riverside Farmers Market. A weekly local farmers market featuring over 30 vendors, food trucks, live music, kids play area and more at Bridgeland-Riverside Community Association. Each week a local band will play from 5:30 to 7:30pm. Learn more at brcacalgary.org.

Until October 12; 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 at Millarville Racing & Agricultural Society. Learn more at millarvilleracetrack.com.

Tuesdays until October 29, 4 to 8pm; The Inglewood Pollinator Park Market. Enjoy the beautiful night with friends and family to fuel your market needs at 9 Street and 9 Avenue SE. Learn more at the downtownmarkets.ca.

Monday and Wednesday from 10 to 11:30 am. The Beach YYC Drop-In Children’s Playtime. On Monday and Wednesday mornings take part in children’s play time at the beach. Bring your child to spend a few hours digging and playing in the sand. They supply all the beach toys including shovels, buckets and more. Learn more at thebeachyyc.ca.

Monday to Thursday, 9am; Parent Tot Drop-In at Cavalry FC Regional Field House. Cavalry offers a variety of drop-in programs for parents to participate in with their children ages 18 months to three years old. Learn more at cavsfcregionalfieldhouse.com.

Drop-In Programs at City of Calgary Recreation Centres. Don’t miss out on Active Play where you can bring your kiddo’s energy to an indoor play space. Roll, jump, throw, and balance while being creative with various active play equipment. Kinder Room Drop-in allows you to play with your child on an incredible indoor play structure. Race through tunnels, over a suspension bridge and slide down slides. Learn more at liveandplay.calgary.ca.

Storytime at Calgary Public Library. Drop into various Calgary Public Library locations to enjoy stories, songs, and finger plays for the whole family at Family Storytime. Learn more at calgarylibrary.ca.