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August 1 to 11

August 1, 9:45 to 10:15pm; TD Thanks You Drone Show in Calgary. As a part of its 10th annual customer TD Thanks You campaign, TD will present a captivating drone show that can be viewed from Millennium Park at the Calgary International Blues Festival. Learn more at tdthanksyou.td.com.

August 1 to 5; Taste of Calgary. The city’s most appetizing festival, giving visitors the chance to sample food, beverages, music and other cool things. Discover Calgary’s global cuisines from a mix of unique restaurants and beverage companies. Plus get a taste of Calgary’s great musicians. Learn more at tasteofcalgary.com.

August 2, 4:30 to 6pm, Free Soccer Fridays. Free Soccer Fridays invites kids to a free unstructured, drop-in soccer opportunity. This is a chance for youth of all ages and abilities to play and enjoy the sport. Learn more at calgaryminorsoccer.com.

August 2 to 5; Alberta Kennel Club Dog Show. Love dogs? Want to learn more about them? There is no better place to do so than the Alberta Kennel Club Dog Show at Okotoks Agricultural Society. Check out some amazing breeds and watch them strut their stuff for awards and accolades. Learn more at albertakennelclub.org.

August 2 to 5; Strathmore Stampede Heritage Days. Ready for more Western heritage and rodeo? Check out the Strathmore Stampede to see entertainment, agricultural activates, and running with the bulls. Learn more at strathmoreag.com.

August 2 to 10, Calgary Fringe Festival. The festival features local, national, and international productions for a total of over 100 performances over nine days. This year’s event will be a hybrid festival experience between live in-person performances and digital offerings. Learn more at calgaryfringe.ca.

August 3, 12 to 6pm; Incredible India Fest. A celebration of the rich culture, diversity and traditions of India. This festival promises to be a spectacular event that showcases the beauty, vibrancy and uniqueness of the country at The Westin Calgary Airport. Learn more at sparqproductions.com.

August 3, 2 to 4pm; Lantern Peace Festival. For families, couples, and anyone who wants to be inspired by peace-seeking spirit through art and culture, the best event is this. Enjoy the Midnight Taiko and many other performers of multicultural appearances, as well as speakers from diverse backgrounds at Devonian Gardens at the CORE Shopping Centre. Learn more at calgaryfloatinglanterns.com.

August 3, 3 to 10pm; Realize Your Potential Youth Society Honour Emancipation Day Celebration. Join for a spectacular cultural celebration at the RYP Honour Emancipation Day event at Calgary Marriott Downtown Hotel. Learn more at rypcanada.com.

August 3, 6:30 to 8:30pm; Grease – Film Screening. Grease is the word! Take in all the singing and dancing of one of the most successful movie-musicals of all-time on the big screen at the Burnswest Theatre. This cozy, vintage theatre in downtown Calgary at The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland is the perfect venue for an inexpensive night out. Learn more at theconfluence.ca/movies.

August 3 to 5; Tour de Bowness. On Saturday, watch the cyclists from many great viewing points along the road course just outside of Cochrane. On Sunday, watch a hill climb on MacKay Road in Montgomery. On Monday, visit beautiful Bowness to see the racers tackle the challenging seven-turn Cory Meza Memorial Criterium. Learn more at tourdebowness.com.

August 3 to 5; Canmore Folk Music Festival. The longest running folk music festival in Alberta and one of its finest. Taking place over three days of the Heritage Day long weekend in August, the festival features 30 individual acts or performers, family friendly site, a free downtown concert on festival Friday evening, a kids’ area jammed with crafts, puppets, music, storytelling and a climbing wall. Learn more at canmorefolkfestival.com.

August 3 to 5 and 10 to 11, 10am to 4pm; Museum Open Aircraft Days. One of the most highly requested experiences at The Hangar Flight Museum is the ability to go in the aircraft. The aircraft are historical artifacts you can sit in! Learn more at thehangarmuseum.ca.

August 3 to 24, BUMP Festival. BUMP self-guided mural tours are a perfect way to explore the murals and experience new works of art as they are being created right before your eyes. New tours will be released throughout the month of August. Learn more at yycbump.ca.

August 3 to September 8; Bowden SunMaze. The Bowden Sunmaze is in central Alberta in the Certified Organic fields of Eagle Creek Farms and is one of Canada’s few Sunflower Mazes. Learn more at sunmaze.ca.

Until August 4; Calgary International Blues Festival. A full week of blues workshops, concerts and special events culminates in four days and nights of non-stop music, followed by the Twilight Blues dance parties. Bring your family down to Shaw Millennium Park to enjoy world-class music, a colorful arts market, delicious cuisine by local food trucks, cool beverages and souvenirs. Learn more at calgarybluesfest.com.

August 4; Tango 2 Echo Fest. From the local arts and vendors market to the beer garden, food trucks, live entertainment, mural tour, and car show – Tango 2 Echo has something for everyone in the family at Greenview Industrial. Learn more at reenviewindustrial.com.

Until August 5, Historic Calgary Week. The festival is comprised of walks, talks, tours, and presentations making up 88 events in 11 days. In addition to events in Calgary, attendees explore the history of Chestermere, Cochrane, High River, Morleyville, and Okotoks. Learn more at chinookhistory.ca.

August 5; Heritage Day Tea at Heritage Park. Join for a delightful Heritage Day Tea to celebrate our rich cultural heritage together. Come and enjoy your freshly brewed cup of tea complemented by gourmet finger sandwiches and delicious pastries from the Alberta Bakery. Learn more at heritagepark.ca.

August 5, 12 to 6pm; Annual Heritage Day Festival. Six hours of multicultural performances, ethnic foods, and unique handicrafts at Olympic Plaza. Explore the artisan booths, get face painted into a lion, frolic in the water, try a new dish, or simply soak up the sun in front of the stage and enjoy the folk performances. Learn more at downtowncalgary.com.

August 6, 6 to 8pm; Orientation to Hobby Beekeeping. Take a couple hours out of your busy life, and transport yourself into a bee suit, where you will have the opportunity of a lifetime to learn about bees, their amazing adaptations and organization at Highfield Regenerative Farm. Learn more at highfieldfarm.ca.

August 7, 10am to 3pm; Canadian Immigrant Fair. The Canadian Immigrant Fair is a free, one-stop event connecting newcomers with information and inspiration on the three pillars of immigrant success: careers, education and settlement at Telus Convention Centre. Learn more at canadianimmigrant.ca.

August 9, 6:30 to 8pm; The Lord of the Rings Trivia Night at The Confluence. Trivia will cover topics and lore from the LOTR trilogy books and movies*, including a unique Fact or Fiction round where your team will have to decide the authenticity of a statement. Dig deeper into your Tolkienverse knowledge than the very Mines of Moira for the answers to claim a noble victory in this battle of wits. Learn more at theconfluence.ca.

August 9 to 10; Franco Festival Calgary. Celebrate the diversity of the Francophonie with music, dance, a cultural village, children’s area, and bistro. Learn more at francofestcalgary.com.

August 9 to 10, Southern Alberta Music Festival. There is a stellar lineup for this year’s SAMF to benefit STARS® Air Ambulance at Aspen Crossing. Join for fun, food, drinks, music and support a good cause. Learn more at aspencrossing.com.

August 9 to 10; Calgary Japanese Festival. Features traditional Japanese customs, music, dance, and martial arts demonstrations. Learn more at calgaryjca.com.

August 9 to 11; Calgary Dragon Boat Festival. The Calgary Dragon Boat Race & Festival is an exciting mix of dragon boat racing cultural celebrations featuring a main stage of entertainment beer garden, retail merchants, and food trucks. The Race & Festival strives to create an unforgettable experience while promoting teamwork and inspiration while respecting the land & water we play on. Learn more at calgarydragonboatsociety.com.

August 9 to 18; Alberta on the Plate. Alberta on the Plate showcases the incredible bounty that is grown and produced across our beautiful province. Throughout the year, we celebrate and share the Alberta food story by introducing you to the people and businesses that grow, raise, create, and support the agri-food industry in Alberta. Learn more at albertaontheplate.com.

August 10, 9am to 4pm; Eye on AI: Technology Workshop & Conference for Students. Join for an exciting afternoon at PTC Calgary’s “Eye on AI” at the University of Calgary. Perfect for students in grades 6 to 12, this event offers engaging talks from AI experts, hands-on workshops, and interactive sessions to explore the amazing world of artificial intelligence. Learn more at projecttechcareers.com/events/eyeonai.

August 10, 10:30am; Home Depot Kids’ Workshop: Build a Whiteboard. If you are looking for a fun activity to do with the family, Home Depot has a great workshop for kids that will teach them about building. Kids can learn how to build their very own whiteboard. Learn more at homedepot.ca.

August 10, 12 to 5pm; Easy Days Pop-Up Market. Easy Days Pop-Up Markets are back in East Village. Hosted by All Things GQ, these markets showcase local designers, artists, creators, clothing curators and more. Learn more at evexperience.com.

August 10, 12 to 10:30pm; Chestermere Music Fest. This event at John Peake Park includes a free music festival on the shores of Chestermere Lake. You can expect performances to start at 1pm with Michela Sheedy taking the stage to kick things off.  Learn more at cityofchestermere.com.

August 10, 2 to 4pm; The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants – Film Screening. Relive summer memories and the power of sisterhood with this screening of The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants at The Confluence’s Burnswest Theatre! Learn more at theconfluence.ca/movies.

August 10 to 11; Calgary Arab Festival. Travel through the Middle East in a day, enjoying the sights and tastes of the region at Shaw Millenium Park. Learn more at calgaryarabartssociety.ca.

August 10 to 11, 10am to 4pm; Art in The Garden Show and Sale. Original framed and unframed paintings in many mediums and styles, art cards, matted prints and stained glass will be available to choose from at 3443 Kerry Park Road. SW.

August 10 to 11; Korean Day Festival. Korean Day Festival is open for anyone to broaden their understanding of the unique Korean culture, while promoting a joyful sense of multiculturalism and diverse community in Calgary. Join the festivities at Lot 6 downtown. Learn more at downtowncalgary.com.

August 10 to 11; Granary Road Family Fun Fair. Don’t miss the greatest show at Granary Road. Enjoy a circus-themed extravaganza with cotton candy, popcorn, clowns, face painting, carnival games, raffles, photo ops, a petting zoo, and so much more. Learn more at granaryroad.com.

August 10 to 25; The Big Bounce at Spruce Meadows. The Big Bounce Canada is the largest touring inflatable event in the world. An action-packed day out suitable for all ages and featuring some of the most unique and exciting custom-built inflatable attractions ever made. Learn more at thebigbouncecanada.ca.

August 11; Marda Gras. Calgary’s longest-running street festival! Marda Loop’s big Marda Gras event returns this year with vendors, live music, performances and of course, their annual pet pageant. Learn more at visitmardaloop.com.

August 11, 12 to 7pm; Cochrane Food Fest. Get ready for a day filled with flavors, fun, and family activities at the 4th Annual Cochrane Food Fest at Mitford Park. Join in celebrating the local culinary scene in sample-sized portions perfect for tasting a bit of everything. Learn more at quirksocial.ca/cochrane-food-fest.

August 11, 3 to 4pm; WP Puppet Theatre’s Puppet Pop-Up Studio. These community workshops encourage all family members—youngsters and elders alike—to create art and drama together. This week’s event takes place at Judith Umbach Library. Learn more at wppuppet.com.

August 11, 7 to 9pm; Movie in the Park with Trico Centre featuring The Super Mario Bros. Movie. Trico will transform their ball diamond into a movie theatre for an evening of fun, laughter and entertainment. Learn more at tricocentre.ca.

Until August 12; Windwood Music Festival. The Windwood Music Festival presents a series of creative music performance projects by international artists gathering in Airdrie for a two-week residency. Learn more at windwoodfestival.com.

Ongoing

Thursdays, 4 to 4:30pm; Storytime at Mastermind Toys. Mastermind Toys often has special events at their Calgary stores, including storytime. Check with your store to confirm details. Learn more at mastermindtoys.com.

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 August 5; YYC Ice Cream Fest. This summer, participating cafés, restaurants, and creameries compete for the coveted titles of YYC’s Best Scoop, Best Non-Dairy Scoop, and special Golden Scoop award. Calgarians can taste a spectacular lineup of chilled treats and determine the entry that bests them all! Learn more at yycicecreamfest.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 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.

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 20; Wagonstage 2024 presents: The Underlings. Join emerging artists from the School of Creative and Performing Arts who write, design, direct, and present this popular summer performances at various locations throughout the city. All performances are free. Learn more at arts.ucalgary.ca.

Tuesdays until August 21, 10:30am and 1:30pm; City of Calgary Birding 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.

Wednesdays until August 21, 10:30am to 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.

Wednesdays until August 21, 5:30 to 7pm; Colour the Trails Yoga Series. Colour the Trails invites BIPoC community members to join Wellness in Colour, a six-week beginner yoga series aimed at introducing individuals from diverse fitness backgrounds to the world of yoga and mindful movement in Confluence Plaza on St. Patrick’s Island. Learn more at colourthetrails.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 24; Nooks & Crannies Festival. Nooks & Crannies is 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. Learn more at okotoks.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.

Mondays until August 26, 1 to 3pm; Toys R Us: Storytime and Coloring. Canada’s toy store hosts free events for kids and families. Check with your local store to confirm. Learn more at toysrus.ca.

Wednesdays until August 28, 6pm 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.

Wednesdays until August 28; Powwow Trail 101. Want to learn more about Powwows? Have you ever wondered if there are protocols that you should know about? Throughout the summer, there will be outdoor demonstrations at select Library locations prior to the Siksika, Kainai, Tsuut’ina, Piikani, and Stoney Nakoda Powwows — which all make up the Powwow Trail. Learn more at calgarylibrary.ca/events.

Fridays until August 30, 11am to 12pm; Toddler Time at The Confluence. Every Friday, join for exciting story times, age-appropriate crafts, coloring and more for youngsters up to age five. Tickets include the program and admission to The Confluence Cultural Centre so you can make the most of your day. Learn more at theconfluence.ca.

Tuesdays to Saturdays until August 31, 11am; Bug Soup at Bow Habitat Station. Have you ever wondered why so many wild creatures seem to love marshes? The secret lies in all the delicious nutritious bugs lurking in the murk! Dip into this nutrient-rich water and discover all the interesting and tasty creepy crawlies that call wetland waters home. Learn more at bowhabitat.alberta.ca.

Until August 31; Summer Reading Passport at Cherry Tree Lane Toy Shop. Participants in the program will have the chance to earn a variety of prizes, including gift cards, bookmarks, books, and more. Additionally, all participants will receive an invitation to an end-of-summer pizza party. Take part by signing up for the Summer Passport Reading Program on at cherrytreelane.ca.

Until August 31; Ultimate Summer Challenge. Join the Ultimate Summer Challenge, Calgary Public Library’s largest program for readers and learners of all ages! The challenge is simple: read every day this summer. With free access to books and resources at the Library, it is something all Calgarians can participate in. Plus, you’ll be eligible for incredible grand prizes, including KiwiCrate subscriptions, iPads and more. Learn more at calgarylibrary.ca.

Sundays until September 1, 1 to 3pm; Toys R Us: Beyblades Playday. Canada’s toy store hosts free events for kids and families. Check with your local store to confirm. Learn more at toysrus.ca.

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.

Until September 29, 10am to 3pm; St. Patrick’s Island Sunday Funday. Every Sunday you can head to The Rise for games like ladder ball, parachutes, giant Jenga, badminton, Connect 4, and more. Learn more at evexperience.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.