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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.

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.

Century Downs hosts the event as the world's premiere chuckwagon drivers, outriders, and horses compete for one of the richest payouts in the sport.

KOOZA is a return to the origins of Cirque du Soleil that combines two circus traditions — acrobatic performance and the art of clowning. The show highlights the physical demands of human performance in all its splendor and fragility, presented in a colorful mélange that emphasizes bold slapstick humor at Stampede Park.

The one-day-only event will bring together audiences of all ages to enjoy a day at the movies at a discounted admission of $4.

This event at Fort Calgary attracts chefs and restaurants from Calgary, Banff, Edmonton and surrounding areas to showcase incredible food and beverages from Alberta.

A full day of summer fun, perfect for all ages. Enjoy delicious treats like scones, finger sandwiches, and mouth-watering snacks, while sipping on a selection of tasty loose-leaf tea. The best part is you get to experience it all in the beautiful ENMAX conservatory, with views of the gardens and flowers.

Head-to-head motocross action in the heart of downtown Calgary. A free, all-ages event in Olympic Plaza will feature thrilling, high-adrenaline entertainment, the sights and sounds of downtown Calgary, and more - perfect for families or the die-hard fan.

Almost 2000 years of warfare comes to life in a weekend of scripted battle re-enactments and demonstrations. Viking raids, medieval duels, gladiatorial combat, musketry skills and cannonades are some of the demonstrations and exhibitions that will be available. You will be able to interact with all the participants, who will be dressed in period costumes and uniforms that will transport you back in time.

The Woezo Africa Cultural Festival aims to share and educate the community at large on the level of artistry and innovation that exists within African culture and African Diasporic history through a series of interactive activities, artisan demonstrations, cultural performances and workshops that will be delivered in-person and virtually.

Experience all things Barbie! This exhibition takes guests from 1959 to present day; examining how pop culture and fashion trends have shaped this global phenomenon.

Let us show you how we empower our students to reach their full potential! Hear stories from staff, current students, and parents before learning about how you can be a part of our wonderful community. Rundle Studio is an online learning environment built to help students with diagnosed learning disabilities thrive. Let us show you how we empower our students to reach their full potential!

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.

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.

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.

Come and enjoy an afternoon listening to stories and some of Canada’s finest musicians. Storyteller/Musician Samantha Whelan Kotkas and her friends will entertain you and your children with musical interactive tales of child-accessible hikes in the Rocky Mountains. Teach your child about courage, unity, joyfulness, and caring in an afternoon of fun and adventure. An event for the whole family that you will want to be a part of. Recommended for children aged 5 to 12, but created with the entire family in mind. Come one hour before the show & enjoy family friendly activities. Stay after to meet the performers. Created and Narrated by Samantha Whelan Kotkas Music by Tyler Hornby Puppets by Green Fools Theatre Video by Joel Goundry Tyler Hornby - Drums, Chris Andrew - Piano, Pat Belliveau - Saxophones, Aaron Shore - Guitar, Stephen Shepard - Bass

Join us at Southcentre Mall from June 3rd to 23rd for our fourth annual Indigenous History Month celebration in partnership with Authentically Indigenous. This month-long event will foster understanding, appreciation, and celebration of Canada’s Indigenous Peoples. Experience educational activities, cultural displays, and storytelling sessions that connect both Indigenous and non-Indigenous Canadians. The celebrations will include: Full-Size Tipi: Step inside a tipi adorned with tapestries representing decades of Indigenous contributions to Calgary’s culture. Storytelling: Be moved by traditional stories from elders, delight in puppet shows by Indigenous authors, and explore virtual reality experiences by the Urban Society for Aboriginal Youth. Artisan Market: Discover the vibrancy of Indigenous creativity at our artisan market on June 7th and 8th. Enjoy music, dance, and locally crafted goods. Educational Information Walls: Learn and engage with displays that provide deeper insights into Indigenous culture.

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.

A day of free, family-friendly fun presented by the businesses of General Block to celebrate summer in vibrant Bridgeland.

This event showcases incredible local businesses, celebrates pride with music and a scheduled Drag Show performance and connects the LGBTQ+ business community in Calgary at Bridgeland Riverside Community Park.

Enjoy free programming celebrating the 2SLGBTQ+ community and history from August 26 – September 4 at Central Library and online. Programs include movie screenings, talks with local and international experts, art making for kids and teens, and more. See the full line up of programs at calgarylibrary.ca/upcoming-events

Experience two floors of local vendors, featuring hand-crafted, created, and made in Alberta products at Shawnessy Barn.

This new generation of interactive animal pals is smarter, cuter and better than ever – can’t wait to show you all their tricks... Plus, kids can take home a cute coloring sheet.

The Autism Aspergers Friendship Society of Calgary (AAFS) will hold a curbside concert to celebrate the grand opening of their new Clubhouse. The event will be at the Clubhouse in Heritage Hill at 8228 Macleod Trail SE and will include live music, activities tours and speeches.

Get ready for three days of board gaming goodness. The volunteer-run, not-for-profit organization believes in the power of board games to bring people together and celebrates the best of unplugged gaming at the annual Board Game and Miniature Convention.

The National Music Centre (NMC) will present a live afternoon concert series, featuring an assortment of musical genres every Sunday afternoon in East Village’s C-Square. This week’s performer is Joanna Borromeo with Dempsey Bolton.

Make art your way, with this expressive abstract art piece. This event is free, and all supplies are included.

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.

Check out Canadian professional soccer club based in the Calgary at Spruce Meadows.

Trico Centre for Family Wellness and Panther Sports Medicine invite you to their third annual movie night: “Back to the Future”! On August 27, they will be transforming their field for an evening of fun, laughter and entertainment.