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A new musical based on the best-selling novel, which was made into the blockbuster film, Beaches follows two extraordinary friends through 30 years of camaraderie, laughter, sorrow and love. Vivacious, outlandish Cee Cee and beautiful, privileged Bertie meet as children and become fast friends. From pen-pals to roommates to romantic rivals, Cee Cee and Bertie’s oil-and-water friendship perseveres through even the most tragic trials. With a touching vulnerability, Beaches exemplifies the triumph of the human spirit and the bonds of sisterhood.

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.

A free, family-friendly event happening in Medicine Hat. Over a dozen eye-catching hot air balloons will float amongst the Medicine Hat sky for four days.

Prepare for a spellbinding journey filled with a diverse array of thrilling acts, a visual feast of high production value; and an interactive extravaganza that promises an unforgettable experience for all. Join us under the big top at CrossIron Mills Mall for a circus adventure like no other in 2024!

Through beautiful images and awe-inspiring moments, Arts Commons Presents’ National Geographic Live series takes you on a journey with their first Indigenous speaker, Kiliii Yüyan, to understand the native people and their relationship to a frigid land and its animals at Jack Singer Concert Hall.

The Calgary Marathon is a challenging, competitive and fun event with a race designed for everyone of any level. There is a 50km Ultra, full marathon, half-marathon, 10km, 5km family walk or run and kids’ marathon.

Explore a variety of vendors and displays dedicated to the love of reptiles. This is Canada’s largest not-for-profit reptile expo and you won’t want to miss it at the Genesis Centre.

The Calgary Black Film Festival (CBFF) aims to connect authentic Black stories with viewers of all colors and ethnic origins in Alberta at various venues.

Baker Street, London, Spring of… 2021? Ms. Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Joan Watson join forces to catch a murderer that is on the loose, though there seems to be a bigger game afoot. A traditional adventure told in a post-pandemic world - with a nail-biting mystery that only Sherlock Holmes can solve.

Violins of Hope is a poignant collection of string instruments dating from before and during the Holocaust. These meticulously restored instruments once belonged to Jewish victims of the Holocaust. Today these instruments stand as enduring symbols, serving to educate and memorialize those affected by one of history’s darkest chapters through concerts, exhibitions, and other commemorative projects. darkest moments.

From the chart-topping hits she wrote for the biggest acts in music to her own life-changing, trailblazing success with Tapestry, Beautiful: The Carole King Musical takes you back to where it all began — and takes you on the ride of a lifetime.

The Blossom Festival will welcome guests shop the local vendors and explore the flowers of the orchard, watch the bees buzz with excitement, and discover the other features at the market.

For two days explore the Historical Village and admire hundreds of colorful quilts on display. And the Historical Village is open with all your favorites so you can experience the sights, smells and sounds of living history spanning from the 1880s to the 1950s.

The event will feature a Children’s Village play area, children’s entertainment, and inspiration stations. This event was created to inspire kids in learning activities with the goal of exposing them to future career opportunities at Nose Creek Park.

Experience Serbian hospitality for an entire weekend filled with fun activities for the whole family at Serbian Orthodox Church St Simeon.

The Barn Artisan Market has two floors of local vendors with unique, hand-crafted, and made-in-Alberta products at Shawnessy Barn.

Calgary’s largest ballroom will showcase some incredible businesses in dance, fitness yoga and other sports at Westin Calgary Airport.

What better way to experience new a culture than by attending the GlobalFest OneWorld performances. Participating cultural groups will set the stage and surely enrich your world with their traditional and diverse routines. Join us at Sunridge Mall on May 25 (12:00pm-8:00pm) and Marlborough Mall May 26 (12:00pm-5:00pm) You won’t want to miss out!

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.

Explore Calgary’s open air street art gallery with an official guided mural tour led by the BUMP Festival!

Under the leadership of Artistic Director Kathryn Berko, this event features performances by the workshop choir, current members of the Calgary Boys' Choir, and is joined by past directors including Paul Grindlay and Julie Freedman-Smith.