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An unforgettable weekend of ground-breaking icons, upstart songwriters, and instrumentalists — that Folk Fest feeling is like none other at Prince’s Island Park.

The West Coast’s largest outdoor pet festival has found its new home at Fort Calgary. Bring your pet to sample treats, food, accessories, toys and get hooked up with loads of free swag.

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.

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.

o At Sunfest, there is an activity made for all ages. This could mean a jump in the bouncer, discovering a great new band, being wowed and amazed by world-class circus and comedy street shows, choosing a perfect summer patio or searching for a trendy fashion; there is no shortage of things happening in Inglewood.

Every Sunday you can head to The Rise for games like ladder ball, parachutes, giant Jenga, badminton, Connect 4, and more.

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!

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.

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!

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.

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.

The events will feature Team Canada competition viewing, athlete appearances, live musical performances, sport demonstrations as well as a roster of exciting Team Canada partner activations.

Free summer fun, with events and entertainment at Tomkins Park over three different weekends. Bring the whole family and enjoy the festivities.

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.

A vibrant fusion of arts, culture, and culinary delights! Join us for an unforgettable experience celebrating local talent and flavors.

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.

Join Indigenous Cree guide, Quinn, from Drift Out West, and discover the tranquility and wellness benefits of connecting with nature through fly fishing. Learn how to cast, basic knots, what flies to use and more. Open to participants ages 14+ comfortable walking and wading in the banks of the Bow River.

Every Friday and Saturday in July, join us at 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. It’s the perfect way to spend your summer evenings with family and friends. See you there!

The Cochrane Fair, brought to you by the Cochrane and District Agricultural Society, has something for everyone. Check out the marketplace and lots of animals and farm displays. Enjoy the entertainment, rides, and treats.

Create your own air-dry clay rings at this week's free Kids Club.

A day of celebrating confidence and building impactful, positive relationships at The GRAND.

Get your garden buzzing by learning about the basics of bees. Get decked out in some beekeeping gear and join ABC Bees owner and operator Eliese Watson for a hive tour of the bees here in The Confluence Garden. This two-hour workshop will cover all of the different aspects of setting up bee hives and how to care for them in an inner city location.

Do you have what it takes to run a rural 1920’s home? Step into Helga Stephansson’s shoes and try one of the many household chores waiting for you like butter making and washing. Program free with admission.

At Sunfest, there is an activity made for all ages. This could mean a jump in the bouncer, discovering a great new band, being wowed and amazed by world-class circus and comedy street shows, choosing a perfect summer patio or searching for a trendy fashion; there is no shortage of things happening in Inglewood.

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.

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.

Join Skate of Mind at Pixel Park in The C+E for an afternoon filled with fun and games on wheels! Whether you’re new to roller skating or just looking to try something a little different, Skate of Mind has something for you. For the seasoned skater, relay races and limbo challenges are just a few of the activities on site to help you hone your skills.

Team Canada FanFest is a series of free, family-friendly events for fans to cheer on Team Canada during the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. Team Canada FanFest, presented in partnership with the Home of Team Canada, Cadillac Fairview, aims to bring fans together to cheer on Team Canada athletes and to celebrate sport in Canada. Team Canada FanFest will take place over three weekends in three cities across the country, including: July 26-28: Calgary, Stephen Avenue Walk at Centre Street August 2-5: Toronto, CF Shops at Don Mills August 9-11: Montreal, La Cour Gare Windsor Team Canada FanFest will offer Olympic fans the opportunity to watch the Games with family and friends, Olympic athlete appearances, and live performances featuring Canadian music artists. Fans will also be able to experience Olympic sports, and engage with a roster of exciting and immersive Team Canada partner activations. Team Canada FanFest will be hosted live by two-time Olympic champion Catriona Le May Doan, alongside Olympians Gilmore Junio (Calgary), Cynthia Appiah (Toronto), and Maxime Dufour-Lapointe (Montreal).

Take a 60-minute guided walking tour around the vibrant lands at The Confluence and learn some of the many histories of this significant place, including the history of the NWMP and their contribution to the birth of the city of Calgary, the railway, and the ways that many people have used this site since time immemorial.

Guests will have the opportunity to shop from local vendors and enjoy some snacks and live entertainment, as well as explore the various shops in the Heritage Park Plaza.

See astronomers in their natural habitat, under dark moonless skies. Late night public observing is a unique opportunity to see deep sky objects such as planetary nebula and globular clusters.