Events Calendar Search for upcoming events around the city Picks and Previews Plan ahead to check out these not-to-be-missed events Search × Search Events Event Type All Types Dance Family Festival Film & Media Free Literary Music Talk Theatre Visual Art Workshop Where All Venues Alberta Craft Gallery, cSPACE King Edward Asylum for Art BMO Centre, Stampede Park Beddington Theatre Arts Centre Bella Concert Hall Bella Concert Hall, Mount Royal University Bridgeland-Riverside Community Association Christine Klassen Gallery Contemporary Calgary Esker Foundation Globe Cinema Herringer Kiss Gallery Hillhurst Sunnyside Community Association Jack Singer Concert Hall, Arts Commons King Eddy King Eddy, National Music Centre Kiyooka Ohe Arts Centre & Sculpture Park Leighton Art Centre Little Gallery Little Gallery, Art Building, University of Calgary Loft 112 Lougheed House Lunchbox Theatre MacEwan Hall MacEwan Hall, University of Calgary Martha Cohen Theatre Max Bell Theatre Montgomery Community Association Palomino Smokehouse and Social Club Polaris Centre for the Performing Arts Pumphouse Theatre Pure Casino Calgary Residence Inn by Marriott Ruberto Ostberg Gallery Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium Stage West Stage West Calgary Stream Online Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre TRUCK Contemporary Art The Brownstone YYC The Gateway The New Gallery The Palace Theatre The Prairie Emporium Triwood Community Hall Various Venues Via Zoom link Wallace Galleries When All Upcoming Today Tomorrow This Week This Month Next Month Add Custom Date Range Search Events Reset Fields Date Range Today Tomorrow This Week This Month Next Month All Dance Visual Art Theatre Film & Media Literary Festival Workshop Music Free Family Talk Theatre Ongoing Vertigo Mystery Radio In this new incarnation of the BD&P Mystery Series, Vertigo Theatre uses the online podcast format to continue exploring the mystery genre, from literary classics through to contemporary true crime. The Vertigo experience extends beyond the walls of the theatre by bringing audio mysteries right into your home. See website for detailsLocation: Stream OnlinePrices Vary Music Ongoing Namwayut Calgary Opera offers audiences unprecedented behind-the-scenes access to the seldom-seen process of new opera development via a new documentary film series. This first of the Opera Labs projects series chronicles the creative journey of Namwayut, led by mezzo-soprano Marion Newman. Check it out! See website for detailsLocation: Stream OnlineFree Music Ongoing Vastation Calgary Opera offers audiences unprecedented behind-the-scenes access to the seldom-seen process of new opera development via a new documentary film series. The second in the series chronicles the creative journey of Vastation, an examination of power and the forces that seek to corrupt. Check it out! See website for detailsLocation: Stream OnlineFree Music Ongoing Arriving at the Fire Calgary Opera offers audiences unprecedented behind-the-scenes access to the seldom-seen process of new opera development via a new documentary film series. The third in the Opera Labs projects series pairs Canadian composer Kelly-Marie Murphy and librettist Paula Wing. Check out this impressive look at creating an opera. See website for detailsLocation: Stream OnlineFree Music Ongoing The Cipher Clerk Calgary Opera offers audiences unprecedented behind-the-scenes access to the seldom-seen process of new opera development via a new documentary film series. The fourth in the Opera Labs projects series tells the true story of events in Ottawa at the end of World War II in The Cipher Clerk. Check it out! See website for detailsLocation: Stream OnlineFree Literary Ongoing Imagine On Air On Demand Wordfest’s new on-demand channel connects you online with the most fascinating writers, the most satisfying books, the most potent ideas, and the most welcoming community of thinkers and doers. Discover this extensive vault of extraordinary programs. See website for detailsLocation: Stream Online$26 Visual Art June 17, 2021 - Jan. 30, 2022 Everywhere We Are An ambitious exhibition and public program series addressing challenges, merits, impacts, and advantages associated with art collecting, it is intended to express that boundaries are often mutable, flexible and even artificial, and that art is owned by the person who sees it. See website for gallery hoursLocation: Contemporary Calgary (701 11th St. SW)With Admission Visual Art July 1, 2021 - Oct. 17, 2021 Beyond the Edge Beyond the Edge is a traveling exhibit by artist Kay Burns that looks at the Flat Earth Society of Canada and its later iterations, along with curious details about two of its enigmatic members. The exhibit embodies how inquiry plays an important role in critical thinking and knowledge acquisition. See website for detailsLocation: Lougheed House (707 13th Ave. SW)With Admission Visual Art July 1, 2021 - Oct. 17, 2021 Stories from Early Chinatown The Chinese community has been in Calgary since the early days of settlement. By 1885 the first Chinese residents were established. Explore the stories of these early Calgarians through creative writing, illustrations, audio, and historical photographs. See website for detailsLocation: Lougheed House (707 13th Ave. SW)With Admission Music July 18, 2021 - Dec. 26, 2021 Sunday Jazz Jam Join Asylum for Art for a Sunday jazz jam with Esteban Herrera, followed by an open jam. The jam is the one of the traditions that shaped the origin and evolution of jazz music everywhere anytime. Come and enjoy playing or listening with friends. Tickets are by donation. Showtime: 7:00pm – 10:00pmLocation: Asylum for Art (2505 14th St. SW)By Donation Visual Art July 24, 2021 - Nov. 27, 2021 RELATIONS: Diaspora and Painting This group exhibition explores the multiple and complex meanings of the idea of the diaspora, its condition, and its experiences as expressed in painting, offering a selection of works by artists who address the question from various points of view. See website for gallery hoursLocation: Esker Foundation (1011 9th Ave. SE)Free Visual Art July 30, 2021 - Nov. 28, 2021 Beyond Van Gogh: An Immersive Experience In an imaginative and immersive presentation crafted for our unique times by world renowned audiovisual designers, Beyond Van Gogh uses cutting-edge projection technology to create an engaging journey into the world of Van Gogh. See website for scheduleLocation: BMO Centre, Stampede Park (20 Roundup Way SE)Prices Vary Theatre Aug. 27, 2021 - Nov. 14, 2021 Feelin’ Groovy Stage West invites you to sit back and relax as some of the most influential singer songwriters are featured in Feelin’ Groovy – The Best of Folk Rock. This musical revue features legends like Joni Mitchell, Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young, the Mamas & the Papas, and many more! See website for scheduleLocation: Stage West Calgary (727 42nd Ave. SE)Prices Vary Visual Art Aug. 28, 2021 - Oct. 30, 2021 Sculpture Park Tours Join the Kiyooka Ohe Arts Centre as they enrich the educational experience and make contemporary visual culture accessible through Saturday guided tours of the large-scale sculptures and smaller-scale pieces situated around the property. Showtime: 1:00pm – 3:00pmLocation: Kiyooka Ohe Arts Centre & Sculpture Park (244034 Horizon View Rd. SW)$15 Festival Sep. 1, 2021 - Oct. 31, 2021 Latin American Arts & Culture Festival The festival features a visual arts exhibition, Latin American country cultural displays, a program including a large array of diverse artistic expressions including theatre, conversations, musical performances, activities for children, gastronomy demonstrations, and much more! See website for scheduleLocation: Various VenuesPrices Vary Visual Art Sep. 3, 2021 - Nov. 30, 2021 Braids in the Front, Braids in the Back Braids in the front, braids in the back was once used between the Chinese and Indigenous communities in their respective languages to refer to each other. This work by Annie Wong recalls an obscured history of mutual aid and kinship between the two. Window installationLocation: The New Gallery (208 Centre St. SE)Free Festival Sep. 7, 2021 - Nov. 30, 2021 Wordfest’s 26@26 Wordfest celebrates 26 years in 2021 with 26 of the world’s best writers paired every Tuesday! Join in for 13 crackling-smart conversations with such literary powerhouses as Hiromi Goto, Shelagh Rogers, Miriam Toews, Zoe Whittall, Omar El Akkad, Daniel Heath Justice, Kyo Maclear, and many more! See website for scheduleLocation: Stream OnlinePrices Vary Visual Art Sep. 7, 2021 - Dec. 12, 2021 The Boxed Stories Gallery This is a truly unique experience for artists and viewers alike! Housed within a vintage card catalogue, the library’s one time answer to organizing a collection of books for readers to locate on a shelf, visitors will be encouraged to discover varied artworks as they open each drawer. See website to book a viewingLocation: Loft 112 (112, 535 8th Ave. SE)$5 Theatre Sep. 8, 2021 - Nov. 7, 2021 Canadian Superstars Head to Stage West to sing along with Canadian musical greats like The Tragically Hip, Celine Dion and Shawn Mendes. Canadian Superstars—from the Nineties to Now sets out to prove that Canadians aren’t just following the trends in music, they are creating them. See website for scheduleLocation: Stage West Calgary (727 42nd Ave. SE)Prices Vary Visual Art Sep. 11, 2021 - Oct. 16, 2021 Shaping Calgary Herringer Kiss Gallery presents the most influential sculptors in Calgary, curated by Kevin Kanashiro and Deborah Herringer Kiss. This show features Walter May, Katie Ohe, Gord Ferguson, Rita McKeough, Alexander Caldwell, Ron Kanashiro, Laura Vickerson, and Blake Senini. See website for gallery hoursLocation: Herringer Kiss Gallery (101, 1615 10th Ave. SW)Free 1 2 3 … 7 ⟶ All Contest Dance Visual Art Theatre Film & Media Literary Festival Music Free Free Oct. 6, 2021 - Oct. 12, 2021 Free This Week The leaves might be mostly off the trees but Calgary’s arts community has plenty of colourful options for you to check out for free this week! From powerful, online theatre productions to live and in-person concerts, there’s something for everyone. Learn More Visual Art Oct. 1, 2021 - Oct. 31, 2021 October Exhibitions While autumn is in full swing, the month of October always brings a plethora of visual arts programming to Calgary’s arts community. From new shows and workshops to a ton of socially distanced show and sales, there’s so much to see! Learn More Free Sep. 29, 2021 - Oct. 5, 2021 Free This Week A new week brings some serious change as September wraps up and October sees a bunch of new and free events to check out. From concerts to talks to art shows, get out of the house this week and explore these offerings. Learn More Festival Sep. 23, 2021 - Oct. 3, 2021 Calgary International Film Festival Bringing together more than 175 films in-person and 60 virtually online, Calgary International Film Festival offers a lineup of the year’s most ground-breaking and must-see movies in a hybrid formula. Learn More Free Sep. 22, 2021 - Sep. 28, 2021 Free This Week Despite some cancellations and postponements, the first week of fall brings a plethora of free arts and culture events to check out including book launches, outdoor concerts, workshops, and so much more. Plan to check these out! Learn More Free Sep. 15, 2021 - Sep. 21, 2021 Free This Week The calendar is so full this week, we have no idea where to start. From Culture Days programming to streaming live theatrical performances, end your summer with a bang and check out these amazing—and free—events. Learn More Contest Sep. 10, 2021 - Sep. 12, 2021 Calgary Expo: Limited Edition Come in cosplay, or come as you are! With a special three-day celebration of all things pop culture, we’re giving away a pair of weekend passes so you can let out your inner nerd and geek out at Calgary Expo: Limited Edition. Learn More Free Sep. 8, 2021 - Sep. 14, 2021 Free This Week If you want to get out of the house and not break the bank, Calgary’s arts community has you covered. With a post-long weekend lineup, this week brings a mix of talks, music, markets, screenings, and so much more! Read on to learn more. Learn More Questions? Contact Calgary Arts Development’s communications team at 403.264.5330 ext. 211 or by email at events@calgaryartsdevelopment.com. Submit an Event
Theatre Ongoing Vertigo Mystery Radio In this new incarnation of the BD&P Mystery Series, Vertigo Theatre uses the online podcast format to continue exploring the mystery genre, from literary classics through to contemporary true crime. The Vertigo experience extends beyond the walls of the theatre by bringing audio mysteries right into your home. See website for detailsLocation: Stream OnlinePrices Vary Music Ongoing Namwayut Calgary Opera offers audiences unprecedented behind-the-scenes access to the seldom-seen process of new opera development via a new documentary film series. This first of the Opera Labs projects series chronicles the creative journey of Namwayut, led by mezzo-soprano Marion Newman. Check it out! See website for detailsLocation: Stream OnlineFree Music Ongoing Vastation Calgary Opera offers audiences unprecedented behind-the-scenes access to the seldom-seen process of new opera development via a new documentary film series. The second in the series chronicles the creative journey of Vastation, an examination of power and the forces that seek to corrupt. Check it out! See website for detailsLocation: Stream OnlineFree Music Ongoing Arriving at the Fire Calgary Opera offers audiences unprecedented behind-the-scenes access to the seldom-seen process of new opera development via a new documentary film series. The third in the Opera Labs projects series pairs Canadian composer Kelly-Marie Murphy and librettist Paula Wing. Check out this impressive look at creating an opera. See website for detailsLocation: Stream OnlineFree Music Ongoing The Cipher Clerk Calgary Opera offers audiences unprecedented behind-the-scenes access to the seldom-seen process of new opera development via a new documentary film series. The fourth in the Opera Labs projects series tells the true story of events in Ottawa at the end of World War II in The Cipher Clerk. Check it out! See website for detailsLocation: Stream OnlineFree Literary Ongoing Imagine On Air On Demand Wordfest’s new on-demand channel connects you online with the most fascinating writers, the most satisfying books, the most potent ideas, and the most welcoming community of thinkers and doers. Discover this extensive vault of extraordinary programs. See website for detailsLocation: Stream Online$26 Visual Art June 17, 2021 - Jan. 30, 2022 Everywhere We Are An ambitious exhibition and public program series addressing challenges, merits, impacts, and advantages associated with art collecting, it is intended to express that boundaries are often mutable, flexible and even artificial, and that art is owned by the person who sees it. See website for gallery hoursLocation: Contemporary Calgary (701 11th St. SW)With Admission Visual Art July 1, 2021 - Oct. 17, 2021 Beyond the Edge Beyond the Edge is a traveling exhibit by artist Kay Burns that looks at the Flat Earth Society of Canada and its later iterations, along with curious details about two of its enigmatic members. The exhibit embodies how inquiry plays an important role in critical thinking and knowledge acquisition. See website for detailsLocation: Lougheed House (707 13th Ave. SW)With Admission Visual Art July 1, 2021 - Oct. 17, 2021 Stories from Early Chinatown The Chinese community has been in Calgary since the early days of settlement. By 1885 the first Chinese residents were established. Explore the stories of these early Calgarians through creative writing, illustrations, audio, and historical photographs. See website for detailsLocation: Lougheed House (707 13th Ave. SW)With Admission Music July 18, 2021 - Dec. 26, 2021 Sunday Jazz Jam Join Asylum for Art for a Sunday jazz jam with Esteban Herrera, followed by an open jam. The jam is the one of the traditions that shaped the origin and evolution of jazz music everywhere anytime. Come and enjoy playing or listening with friends. Tickets are by donation. Showtime: 7:00pm – 10:00pmLocation: Asylum for Art (2505 14th St. SW)By Donation Visual Art July 24, 2021 - Nov. 27, 2021 RELATIONS: Diaspora and Painting This group exhibition explores the multiple and complex meanings of the idea of the diaspora, its condition, and its experiences as expressed in painting, offering a selection of works by artists who address the question from various points of view. See website for gallery hoursLocation: Esker Foundation (1011 9th Ave. SE)Free Visual Art July 30, 2021 - Nov. 28, 2021 Beyond Van Gogh: An Immersive Experience In an imaginative and immersive presentation crafted for our unique times by world renowned audiovisual designers, Beyond Van Gogh uses cutting-edge projection technology to create an engaging journey into the world of Van Gogh. See website for scheduleLocation: BMO Centre, Stampede Park (20 Roundup Way SE)Prices Vary Theatre Aug. 27, 2021 - Nov. 14, 2021 Feelin’ Groovy Stage West invites you to sit back and relax as some of the most influential singer songwriters are featured in Feelin’ Groovy – The Best of Folk Rock. This musical revue features legends like Joni Mitchell, Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young, the Mamas & the Papas, and many more! See website for scheduleLocation: Stage West Calgary (727 42nd Ave. SE)Prices Vary Visual Art Aug. 28, 2021 - Oct. 30, 2021 Sculpture Park Tours Join the Kiyooka Ohe Arts Centre as they enrich the educational experience and make contemporary visual culture accessible through Saturday guided tours of the large-scale sculptures and smaller-scale pieces situated around the property. Showtime: 1:00pm – 3:00pmLocation: Kiyooka Ohe Arts Centre & Sculpture Park (244034 Horizon View Rd. SW)$15 Festival Sep. 1, 2021 - Oct. 31, 2021 Latin American Arts & Culture Festival The festival features a visual arts exhibition, Latin American country cultural displays, a program including a large array of diverse artistic expressions including theatre, conversations, musical performances, activities for children, gastronomy demonstrations, and much more! See website for scheduleLocation: Various VenuesPrices Vary Visual Art Sep. 3, 2021 - Nov. 30, 2021 Braids in the Front, Braids in the Back Braids in the front, braids in the back was once used between the Chinese and Indigenous communities in their respective languages to refer to each other. This work by Annie Wong recalls an obscured history of mutual aid and kinship between the two. Window installationLocation: The New Gallery (208 Centre St. SE)Free Festival Sep. 7, 2021 - Nov. 30, 2021 Wordfest’s 26@26 Wordfest celebrates 26 years in 2021 with 26 of the world’s best writers paired every Tuesday! Join in for 13 crackling-smart conversations with such literary powerhouses as Hiromi Goto, Shelagh Rogers, Miriam Toews, Zoe Whittall, Omar El Akkad, Daniel Heath Justice, Kyo Maclear, and many more! See website for scheduleLocation: Stream OnlinePrices Vary Visual Art Sep. 7, 2021 - Dec. 12, 2021 The Boxed Stories Gallery This is a truly unique experience for artists and viewers alike! Housed within a vintage card catalogue, the library’s one time answer to organizing a collection of books for readers to locate on a shelf, visitors will be encouraged to discover varied artworks as they open each drawer. See website to book a viewingLocation: Loft 112 (112, 535 8th Ave. SE)$5 Theatre Sep. 8, 2021 - Nov. 7, 2021 Canadian Superstars Head to Stage West to sing along with Canadian musical greats like The Tragically Hip, Celine Dion and Shawn Mendes. Canadian Superstars—from the Nineties to Now sets out to prove that Canadians aren’t just following the trends in music, they are creating them. See website for scheduleLocation: Stage West Calgary (727 42nd Ave. SE)Prices Vary Visual Art Sep. 11, 2021 - Oct. 16, 2021 Shaping Calgary Herringer Kiss Gallery presents the most influential sculptors in Calgary, curated by Kevin Kanashiro and Deborah Herringer Kiss. This show features Walter May, Katie Ohe, Gord Ferguson, Rita McKeough, Alexander Caldwell, Ron Kanashiro, Laura Vickerson, and Blake Senini. See website for gallery hoursLocation: Herringer Kiss Gallery (101, 1615 10th Ave. SW)Free 1 2 3 … 7 ⟶ All Contest Dance Visual Art Theatre Film & Media Literary Festival Music Free Free Oct. 6, 2021 - Oct. 12, 2021 Free This Week The leaves might be mostly off the trees but Calgary’s arts community has plenty of colourful options for you to check out for free this week! From powerful, online theatre productions to live and in-person concerts, there’s something for everyone. Learn More Visual Art Oct. 1, 2021 - Oct. 31, 2021 October Exhibitions While autumn is in full swing, the month of October always brings a plethora of visual arts programming to Calgary’s arts community. From new shows and workshops to a ton of socially distanced show and sales, there’s so much to see! Learn More Free Sep. 29, 2021 - Oct. 5, 2021 Free This Week A new week brings some serious change as September wraps up and October sees a bunch of new and free events to check out. From concerts to talks to art shows, get out of the house this week and explore these offerings. Learn More Festival Sep. 23, 2021 - Oct. 3, 2021 Calgary International Film Festival Bringing together more than 175 films in-person and 60 virtually online, Calgary International Film Festival offers a lineup of the year’s most ground-breaking and must-see movies in a hybrid formula. Learn More Free Sep. 22, 2021 - Sep. 28, 2021 Free This Week Despite some cancellations and postponements, the first week of fall brings a plethora of free arts and culture events to check out including book launches, outdoor concerts, workshops, and so much more. Plan to check these out! Learn More Free Sep. 15, 2021 - Sep. 21, 2021 Free This Week The calendar is so full this week, we have no idea where to start. From Culture Days programming to streaming live theatrical performances, end your summer with a bang and check out these amazing—and free—events. Learn More Contest Sep. 10, 2021 - Sep. 12, 2021 Calgary Expo: Limited Edition Come in cosplay, or come as you are! With a special three-day celebration of all things pop culture, we’re giving away a pair of weekend passes so you can let out your inner nerd and geek out at Calgary Expo: Limited Edition. Learn More Free Sep. 8, 2021 - Sep. 14, 2021 Free This Week If you want to get out of the house and not break the bank, Calgary’s arts community has you covered. With a post-long weekend lineup, this week brings a mix of talks, music, markets, screenings, and so much more! Read on to learn more. Learn More Questions? Contact Calgary Arts Development’s communications team at 403.264.5330 ext. 211 or by email at events@calgaryartsdevelopment.com. Submit an Event
Music Ongoing Namwayut Calgary Opera offers audiences unprecedented behind-the-scenes access to the seldom-seen process of new opera development via a new documentary film series. This first of the Opera Labs projects series chronicles the creative journey of Namwayut, led by mezzo-soprano Marion Newman. Check it out! See website for detailsLocation: Stream OnlineFree Music Ongoing Vastation Calgary Opera offers audiences unprecedented behind-the-scenes access to the seldom-seen process of new opera development via a new documentary film series. The second in the series chronicles the creative journey of Vastation, an examination of power and the forces that seek to corrupt. Check it out! See website for detailsLocation: Stream OnlineFree Music Ongoing Arriving at the Fire Calgary Opera offers audiences unprecedented behind-the-scenes access to the seldom-seen process of new opera development via a new documentary film series. The third in the Opera Labs projects series pairs Canadian composer Kelly-Marie Murphy and librettist Paula Wing. Check out this impressive look at creating an opera. See website for detailsLocation: Stream OnlineFree Music Ongoing The Cipher Clerk Calgary Opera offers audiences unprecedented behind-the-scenes access to the seldom-seen process of new opera development via a new documentary film series. The fourth in the Opera Labs projects series tells the true story of events in Ottawa at the end of World War II in The Cipher Clerk. Check it out! See website for detailsLocation: Stream OnlineFree Literary Ongoing Imagine On Air On Demand Wordfest’s new on-demand channel connects you online with the most fascinating writers, the most satisfying books, the most potent ideas, and the most welcoming community of thinkers and doers. Discover this extensive vault of extraordinary programs. See website for detailsLocation: Stream Online$26 Visual Art June 17, 2021 - Jan. 30, 2022 Everywhere We Are An ambitious exhibition and public program series addressing challenges, merits, impacts, and advantages associated with art collecting, it is intended to express that boundaries are often mutable, flexible and even artificial, and that art is owned by the person who sees it. See website for gallery hoursLocation: Contemporary Calgary (701 11th St. SW)With Admission Visual Art July 1, 2021 - Oct. 17, 2021 Beyond the Edge Beyond the Edge is a traveling exhibit by artist Kay Burns that looks at the Flat Earth Society of Canada and its later iterations, along with curious details about two of its enigmatic members. The exhibit embodies how inquiry plays an important role in critical thinking and knowledge acquisition. See website for detailsLocation: Lougheed House (707 13th Ave. SW)With Admission Visual Art July 1, 2021 - Oct. 17, 2021 Stories from Early Chinatown The Chinese community has been in Calgary since the early days of settlement. By 1885 the first Chinese residents were established. Explore the stories of these early Calgarians through creative writing, illustrations, audio, and historical photographs. See website for detailsLocation: Lougheed House (707 13th Ave. SW)With Admission Music July 18, 2021 - Dec. 26, 2021 Sunday Jazz Jam Join Asylum for Art for a Sunday jazz jam with Esteban Herrera, followed by an open jam. The jam is the one of the traditions that shaped the origin and evolution of jazz music everywhere anytime. Come and enjoy playing or listening with friends. Tickets are by donation. Showtime: 7:00pm – 10:00pmLocation: Asylum for Art (2505 14th St. SW)By Donation Visual Art July 24, 2021 - Nov. 27, 2021 RELATIONS: Diaspora and Painting This group exhibition explores the multiple and complex meanings of the idea of the diaspora, its condition, and its experiences as expressed in painting, offering a selection of works by artists who address the question from various points of view. See website for gallery hoursLocation: Esker Foundation (1011 9th Ave. SE)Free Visual Art July 30, 2021 - Nov. 28, 2021 Beyond Van Gogh: An Immersive Experience In an imaginative and immersive presentation crafted for our unique times by world renowned audiovisual designers, Beyond Van Gogh uses cutting-edge projection technology to create an engaging journey into the world of Van Gogh. See website for scheduleLocation: BMO Centre, Stampede Park (20 Roundup Way SE)Prices Vary Theatre Aug. 27, 2021 - Nov. 14, 2021 Feelin’ Groovy Stage West invites you to sit back and relax as some of the most influential singer songwriters are featured in Feelin’ Groovy – The Best of Folk Rock. This musical revue features legends like Joni Mitchell, Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young, the Mamas & the Papas, and many more! See website for scheduleLocation: Stage West Calgary (727 42nd Ave. SE)Prices Vary Visual Art Aug. 28, 2021 - Oct. 30, 2021 Sculpture Park Tours Join the Kiyooka Ohe Arts Centre as they enrich the educational experience and make contemporary visual culture accessible through Saturday guided tours of the large-scale sculptures and smaller-scale pieces situated around the property. Showtime: 1:00pm – 3:00pmLocation: Kiyooka Ohe Arts Centre & Sculpture Park (244034 Horizon View Rd. SW)$15 Festival Sep. 1, 2021 - Oct. 31, 2021 Latin American Arts & Culture Festival The festival features a visual arts exhibition, Latin American country cultural displays, a program including a large array of diverse artistic expressions including theatre, conversations, musical performances, activities for children, gastronomy demonstrations, and much more! See website for scheduleLocation: Various VenuesPrices Vary Visual Art Sep. 3, 2021 - Nov. 30, 2021 Braids in the Front, Braids in the Back Braids in the front, braids in the back was once used between the Chinese and Indigenous communities in their respective languages to refer to each other. This work by Annie Wong recalls an obscured history of mutual aid and kinship between the two. Window installationLocation: The New Gallery (208 Centre St. SE)Free Festival Sep. 7, 2021 - Nov. 30, 2021 Wordfest’s 26@26 Wordfest celebrates 26 years in 2021 with 26 of the world’s best writers paired every Tuesday! Join in for 13 crackling-smart conversations with such literary powerhouses as Hiromi Goto, Shelagh Rogers, Miriam Toews, Zoe Whittall, Omar El Akkad, Daniel Heath Justice, Kyo Maclear, and many more! See website for scheduleLocation: Stream OnlinePrices Vary Visual Art Sep. 7, 2021 - Dec. 12, 2021 The Boxed Stories Gallery This is a truly unique experience for artists and viewers alike! Housed within a vintage card catalogue, the library’s one time answer to organizing a collection of books for readers to locate on a shelf, visitors will be encouraged to discover varied artworks as they open each drawer. See website to book a viewingLocation: Loft 112 (112, 535 8th Ave. SE)$5 Theatre Sep. 8, 2021 - Nov. 7, 2021 Canadian Superstars Head to Stage West to sing along with Canadian musical greats like The Tragically Hip, Celine Dion and Shawn Mendes. Canadian Superstars—from the Nineties to Now sets out to prove that Canadians aren’t just following the trends in music, they are creating them. See website for scheduleLocation: Stage West Calgary (727 42nd Ave. SE)Prices Vary Visual Art Sep. 11, 2021 - Oct. 16, 2021 Shaping Calgary Herringer Kiss Gallery presents the most influential sculptors in Calgary, curated by Kevin Kanashiro and Deborah Herringer Kiss. This show features Walter May, Katie Ohe, Gord Ferguson, Rita McKeough, Alexander Caldwell, Ron Kanashiro, Laura Vickerson, and Blake Senini. See website for gallery hoursLocation: Herringer Kiss Gallery (101, 1615 10th Ave. SW)Free 1 2 3 … 7 ⟶ All Contest Dance Visual Art Theatre Film & Media Literary Festival Music Free Free Oct. 6, 2021 - Oct. 12, 2021 Free This Week The leaves might be mostly off the trees but Calgary’s arts community has plenty of colourful options for you to check out for free this week! From powerful, online theatre productions to live and in-person concerts, there’s something for everyone. Learn More Visual Art Oct. 1, 2021 - Oct. 31, 2021 October Exhibitions While autumn is in full swing, the month of October always brings a plethora of visual arts programming to Calgary’s arts community. From new shows and workshops to a ton of socially distanced show and sales, there’s so much to see! Learn More Free Sep. 29, 2021 - Oct. 5, 2021 Free This Week A new week brings some serious change as September wraps up and October sees a bunch of new and free events to check out. From concerts to talks to art shows, get out of the house this week and explore these offerings. Learn More Festival Sep. 23, 2021 - Oct. 3, 2021 Calgary International Film Festival Bringing together more than 175 films in-person and 60 virtually online, Calgary International Film Festival offers a lineup of the year’s most ground-breaking and must-see movies in a hybrid formula. Learn More Free Sep. 22, 2021 - Sep. 28, 2021 Free This Week Despite some cancellations and postponements, the first week of fall brings a plethora of free arts and culture events to check out including book launches, outdoor concerts, workshops, and so much more. Plan to check these out! Learn More Free Sep. 15, 2021 - Sep. 21, 2021 Free This Week The calendar is so full this week, we have no idea where to start. From Culture Days programming to streaming live theatrical performances, end your summer with a bang and check out these amazing—and free—events. Learn More Contest Sep. 10, 2021 - Sep. 12, 2021 Calgary Expo: Limited Edition Come in cosplay, or come as you are! With a special three-day celebration of all things pop culture, we’re giving away a pair of weekend passes so you can let out your inner nerd and geek out at Calgary Expo: Limited Edition. Learn More Free Sep. 8, 2021 - Sep. 14, 2021 Free This Week If you want to get out of the house and not break the bank, Calgary’s arts community has you covered. With a post-long weekend lineup, this week brings a mix of talks, music, markets, screenings, and so much more! Read on to learn more. Learn More Questions? Contact Calgary Arts Development’s communications team at 403.264.5330 ext. 211 or by email at events@calgaryartsdevelopment.com. Submit an Event
Music Ongoing Vastation Calgary Opera offers audiences unprecedented behind-the-scenes access to the seldom-seen process of new opera development via a new documentary film series. The second in the series chronicles the creative journey of Vastation, an examination of power and the forces that seek to corrupt. Check it out! See website for detailsLocation: Stream OnlineFree Music Ongoing Arriving at the Fire Calgary Opera offers audiences unprecedented behind-the-scenes access to the seldom-seen process of new opera development via a new documentary film series. The third in the Opera Labs projects series pairs Canadian composer Kelly-Marie Murphy and librettist Paula Wing. Check out this impressive look at creating an opera. See website for detailsLocation: Stream OnlineFree Music Ongoing The Cipher Clerk Calgary Opera offers audiences unprecedented behind-the-scenes access to the seldom-seen process of new opera development via a new documentary film series. The fourth in the Opera Labs projects series tells the true story of events in Ottawa at the end of World War II in The Cipher Clerk. Check it out! See website for detailsLocation: Stream OnlineFree Literary Ongoing Imagine On Air On Demand Wordfest’s new on-demand channel connects you online with the most fascinating writers, the most satisfying books, the most potent ideas, and the most welcoming community of thinkers and doers. Discover this extensive vault of extraordinary programs. See website for detailsLocation: Stream Online$26 Visual Art June 17, 2021 - Jan. 30, 2022 Everywhere We Are An ambitious exhibition and public program series addressing challenges, merits, impacts, and advantages associated with art collecting, it is intended to express that boundaries are often mutable, flexible and even artificial, and that art is owned by the person who sees it. See website for gallery hoursLocation: Contemporary Calgary (701 11th St. SW)With Admission Visual Art July 1, 2021 - Oct. 17, 2021 Beyond the Edge Beyond the Edge is a traveling exhibit by artist Kay Burns that looks at the Flat Earth Society of Canada and its later iterations, along with curious details about two of its enigmatic members. The exhibit embodies how inquiry plays an important role in critical thinking and knowledge acquisition. See website for detailsLocation: Lougheed House (707 13th Ave. SW)With Admission Visual Art July 1, 2021 - Oct. 17, 2021 Stories from Early Chinatown The Chinese community has been in Calgary since the early days of settlement. By 1885 the first Chinese residents were established. Explore the stories of these early Calgarians through creative writing, illustrations, audio, and historical photographs. See website for detailsLocation: Lougheed House (707 13th Ave. SW)With Admission Music July 18, 2021 - Dec. 26, 2021 Sunday Jazz Jam Join Asylum for Art for a Sunday jazz jam with Esteban Herrera, followed by an open jam. The jam is the one of the traditions that shaped the origin and evolution of jazz music everywhere anytime. Come and enjoy playing or listening with friends. Tickets are by donation. Showtime: 7:00pm – 10:00pmLocation: Asylum for Art (2505 14th St. SW)By Donation Visual Art July 24, 2021 - Nov. 27, 2021 RELATIONS: Diaspora and Painting This group exhibition explores the multiple and complex meanings of the idea of the diaspora, its condition, and its experiences as expressed in painting, offering a selection of works by artists who address the question from various points of view. See website for gallery hoursLocation: Esker Foundation (1011 9th Ave. SE)Free Visual Art July 30, 2021 - Nov. 28, 2021 Beyond Van Gogh: An Immersive Experience In an imaginative and immersive presentation crafted for our unique times by world renowned audiovisual designers, Beyond Van Gogh uses cutting-edge projection technology to create an engaging journey into the world of Van Gogh. See website for scheduleLocation: BMO Centre, Stampede Park (20 Roundup Way SE)Prices Vary Theatre Aug. 27, 2021 - Nov. 14, 2021 Feelin’ Groovy Stage West invites you to sit back and relax as some of the most influential singer songwriters are featured in Feelin’ Groovy – The Best of Folk Rock. This musical revue features legends like Joni Mitchell, Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young, the Mamas & the Papas, and many more! See website for scheduleLocation: Stage West Calgary (727 42nd Ave. SE)Prices Vary Visual Art Aug. 28, 2021 - Oct. 30, 2021 Sculpture Park Tours Join the Kiyooka Ohe Arts Centre as they enrich the educational experience and make contemporary visual culture accessible through Saturday guided tours of the large-scale sculptures and smaller-scale pieces situated around the property. Showtime: 1:00pm – 3:00pmLocation: Kiyooka Ohe Arts Centre & Sculpture Park (244034 Horizon View Rd. SW)$15 Festival Sep. 1, 2021 - Oct. 31, 2021 Latin American Arts & Culture Festival The festival features a visual arts exhibition, Latin American country cultural displays, a program including a large array of diverse artistic expressions including theatre, conversations, musical performances, activities for children, gastronomy demonstrations, and much more! See website for scheduleLocation: Various VenuesPrices Vary Visual Art Sep. 3, 2021 - Nov. 30, 2021 Braids in the Front, Braids in the Back Braids in the front, braids in the back was once used between the Chinese and Indigenous communities in their respective languages to refer to each other. This work by Annie Wong recalls an obscured history of mutual aid and kinship between the two. Window installationLocation: The New Gallery (208 Centre St. SE)Free Festival Sep. 7, 2021 - Nov. 30, 2021 Wordfest’s 26@26 Wordfest celebrates 26 years in 2021 with 26 of the world’s best writers paired every Tuesday! Join in for 13 crackling-smart conversations with such literary powerhouses as Hiromi Goto, Shelagh Rogers, Miriam Toews, Zoe Whittall, Omar El Akkad, Daniel Heath Justice, Kyo Maclear, and many more! See website for scheduleLocation: Stream OnlinePrices Vary Visual Art Sep. 7, 2021 - Dec. 12, 2021 The Boxed Stories Gallery This is a truly unique experience for artists and viewers alike! Housed within a vintage card catalogue, the library’s one time answer to organizing a collection of books for readers to locate on a shelf, visitors will be encouraged to discover varied artworks as they open each drawer. See website to book a viewingLocation: Loft 112 (112, 535 8th Ave. SE)$5 Theatre Sep. 8, 2021 - Nov. 7, 2021 Canadian Superstars Head to Stage West to sing along with Canadian musical greats like The Tragically Hip, Celine Dion and Shawn Mendes. Canadian Superstars—from the Nineties to Now sets out to prove that Canadians aren’t just following the trends in music, they are creating them. See website for scheduleLocation: Stage West Calgary (727 42nd Ave. SE)Prices Vary Visual Art Sep. 11, 2021 - Oct. 16, 2021 Shaping Calgary Herringer Kiss Gallery presents the most influential sculptors in Calgary, curated by Kevin Kanashiro and Deborah Herringer Kiss. This show features Walter May, Katie Ohe, Gord Ferguson, Rita McKeough, Alexander Caldwell, Ron Kanashiro, Laura Vickerson, and Blake Senini. See website for gallery hoursLocation: Herringer Kiss Gallery (101, 1615 10th Ave. SW)Free 1 2 3 … 7 ⟶ All Contest Dance Visual Art Theatre Film & Media Literary Festival Music Free Free Oct. 6, 2021 - Oct. 12, 2021 Free This Week The leaves might be mostly off the trees but Calgary’s arts community has plenty of colourful options for you to check out for free this week! From powerful, online theatre productions to live and in-person concerts, there’s something for everyone. Learn More Visual Art Oct. 1, 2021 - Oct. 31, 2021 October Exhibitions While autumn is in full swing, the month of October always brings a plethora of visual arts programming to Calgary’s arts community. From new shows and workshops to a ton of socially distanced show and sales, there’s so much to see! Learn More Free Sep. 29, 2021 - Oct. 5, 2021 Free This Week A new week brings some serious change as September wraps up and October sees a bunch of new and free events to check out. From concerts to talks to art shows, get out of the house this week and explore these offerings. Learn More Festival Sep. 23, 2021 - Oct. 3, 2021 Calgary International Film Festival Bringing together more than 175 films in-person and 60 virtually online, Calgary International Film Festival offers a lineup of the year’s most ground-breaking and must-see movies in a hybrid formula. Learn More Free Sep. 22, 2021 - Sep. 28, 2021 Free This Week Despite some cancellations and postponements, the first week of fall brings a plethora of free arts and culture events to check out including book launches, outdoor concerts, workshops, and so much more. Plan to check these out! Learn More Free Sep. 15, 2021 - Sep. 21, 2021 Free This Week The calendar is so full this week, we have no idea where to start. From Culture Days programming to streaming live theatrical performances, end your summer with a bang and check out these amazing—and free—events. Learn More Contest Sep. 10, 2021 - Sep. 12, 2021 Calgary Expo: Limited Edition Come in cosplay, or come as you are! With a special three-day celebration of all things pop culture, we’re giving away a pair of weekend passes so you can let out your inner nerd and geek out at Calgary Expo: Limited Edition. Learn More Free Sep. 8, 2021 - Sep. 14, 2021 Free This Week If you want to get out of the house and not break the bank, Calgary’s arts community has you covered. With a post-long weekend lineup, this week brings a mix of talks, music, markets, screenings, and so much more! Read on to learn more. Learn More Questions? Contact Calgary Arts Development’s communications team at 403.264.5330 ext. 211 or by email at events@calgaryartsdevelopment.com. Submit an Event
Music Ongoing Arriving at the Fire Calgary Opera offers audiences unprecedented behind-the-scenes access to the seldom-seen process of new opera development via a new documentary film series. The third in the Opera Labs projects series pairs Canadian composer Kelly-Marie Murphy and librettist Paula Wing. Check out this impressive look at creating an opera. See website for detailsLocation: Stream OnlineFree Music Ongoing The Cipher Clerk Calgary Opera offers audiences unprecedented behind-the-scenes access to the seldom-seen process of new opera development via a new documentary film series. The fourth in the Opera Labs projects series tells the true story of events in Ottawa at the end of World War II in The Cipher Clerk. Check it out! See website for detailsLocation: Stream OnlineFree Literary Ongoing Imagine On Air On Demand Wordfest’s new on-demand channel connects you online with the most fascinating writers, the most satisfying books, the most potent ideas, and the most welcoming community of thinkers and doers. Discover this extensive vault of extraordinary programs. See website for detailsLocation: Stream Online$26 Visual Art June 17, 2021 - Jan. 30, 2022 Everywhere We Are An ambitious exhibition and public program series addressing challenges, merits, impacts, and advantages associated with art collecting, it is intended to express that boundaries are often mutable, flexible and even artificial, and that art is owned by the person who sees it. See website for gallery hoursLocation: Contemporary Calgary (701 11th St. SW)With Admission Visual Art July 1, 2021 - Oct. 17, 2021 Beyond the Edge Beyond the Edge is a traveling exhibit by artist Kay Burns that looks at the Flat Earth Society of Canada and its later iterations, along with curious details about two of its enigmatic members. The exhibit embodies how inquiry plays an important role in critical thinking and knowledge acquisition. See website for detailsLocation: Lougheed House (707 13th Ave. SW)With Admission Visual Art July 1, 2021 - Oct. 17, 2021 Stories from Early Chinatown The Chinese community has been in Calgary since the early days of settlement. By 1885 the first Chinese residents were established. Explore the stories of these early Calgarians through creative writing, illustrations, audio, and historical photographs. See website for detailsLocation: Lougheed House (707 13th Ave. SW)With Admission Music July 18, 2021 - Dec. 26, 2021 Sunday Jazz Jam Join Asylum for Art for a Sunday jazz jam with Esteban Herrera, followed by an open jam. The jam is the one of the traditions that shaped the origin and evolution of jazz music everywhere anytime. Come and enjoy playing or listening with friends. Tickets are by donation. Showtime: 7:00pm – 10:00pmLocation: Asylum for Art (2505 14th St. SW)By Donation Visual Art July 24, 2021 - Nov. 27, 2021 RELATIONS: Diaspora and Painting This group exhibition explores the multiple and complex meanings of the idea of the diaspora, its condition, and its experiences as expressed in painting, offering a selection of works by artists who address the question from various points of view. See website for gallery hoursLocation: Esker Foundation (1011 9th Ave. SE)Free Visual Art July 30, 2021 - Nov. 28, 2021 Beyond Van Gogh: An Immersive Experience In an imaginative and immersive presentation crafted for our unique times by world renowned audiovisual designers, Beyond Van Gogh uses cutting-edge projection technology to create an engaging journey into the world of Van Gogh. See website for scheduleLocation: BMO Centre, Stampede Park (20 Roundup Way SE)Prices Vary Theatre Aug. 27, 2021 - Nov. 14, 2021 Feelin’ Groovy Stage West invites you to sit back and relax as some of the most influential singer songwriters are featured in Feelin’ Groovy – The Best of Folk Rock. This musical revue features legends like Joni Mitchell, Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young, the Mamas & the Papas, and many more! See website for scheduleLocation: Stage West Calgary (727 42nd Ave. SE)Prices Vary Visual Art Aug. 28, 2021 - Oct. 30, 2021 Sculpture Park Tours Join the Kiyooka Ohe Arts Centre as they enrich the educational experience and make contemporary visual culture accessible through Saturday guided tours of the large-scale sculptures and smaller-scale pieces situated around the property. Showtime: 1:00pm – 3:00pmLocation: Kiyooka Ohe Arts Centre & Sculpture Park (244034 Horizon View Rd. SW)$15 Festival Sep. 1, 2021 - Oct. 31, 2021 Latin American Arts & Culture Festival The festival features a visual arts exhibition, Latin American country cultural displays, a program including a large array of diverse artistic expressions including theatre, conversations, musical performances, activities for children, gastronomy demonstrations, and much more! See website for scheduleLocation: Various VenuesPrices Vary Visual Art Sep. 3, 2021 - Nov. 30, 2021 Braids in the Front, Braids in the Back Braids in the front, braids in the back was once used between the Chinese and Indigenous communities in their respective languages to refer to each other. This work by Annie Wong recalls an obscured history of mutual aid and kinship between the two. Window installationLocation: The New Gallery (208 Centre St. SE)Free Festival Sep. 7, 2021 - Nov. 30, 2021 Wordfest’s 26@26 Wordfest celebrates 26 years in 2021 with 26 of the world’s best writers paired every Tuesday! Join in for 13 crackling-smart conversations with such literary powerhouses as Hiromi Goto, Shelagh Rogers, Miriam Toews, Zoe Whittall, Omar El Akkad, Daniel Heath Justice, Kyo Maclear, and many more! See website for scheduleLocation: Stream OnlinePrices Vary Visual Art Sep. 7, 2021 - Dec. 12, 2021 The Boxed Stories Gallery This is a truly unique experience for artists and viewers alike! Housed within a vintage card catalogue, the library’s one time answer to organizing a collection of books for readers to locate on a shelf, visitors will be encouraged to discover varied artworks as they open each drawer. See website to book a viewingLocation: Loft 112 (112, 535 8th Ave. SE)$5 Theatre Sep. 8, 2021 - Nov. 7, 2021 Canadian Superstars Head to Stage West to sing along with Canadian musical greats like The Tragically Hip, Celine Dion and Shawn Mendes. Canadian Superstars—from the Nineties to Now sets out to prove that Canadians aren’t just following the trends in music, they are creating them. See website for scheduleLocation: Stage West Calgary (727 42nd Ave. SE)Prices Vary Visual Art Sep. 11, 2021 - Oct. 16, 2021 Shaping Calgary Herringer Kiss Gallery presents the most influential sculptors in Calgary, curated by Kevin Kanashiro and Deborah Herringer Kiss. This show features Walter May, Katie Ohe, Gord Ferguson, Rita McKeough, Alexander Caldwell, Ron Kanashiro, Laura Vickerson, and Blake Senini. See website for gallery hoursLocation: Herringer Kiss Gallery (101, 1615 10th Ave. SW)Free 1 2 3 … 7 ⟶ All Contest Dance Visual Art Theatre Film & Media Literary Festival Music Free Free Oct. 6, 2021 - Oct. 12, 2021 Free This Week The leaves might be mostly off the trees but Calgary’s arts community has plenty of colourful options for you to check out for free this week! From powerful, online theatre productions to live and in-person concerts, there’s something for everyone. Learn More Visual Art Oct. 1, 2021 - Oct. 31, 2021 October Exhibitions While autumn is in full swing, the month of October always brings a plethora of visual arts programming to Calgary’s arts community. From new shows and workshops to a ton of socially distanced show and sales, there’s so much to see! Learn More Free Sep. 29, 2021 - Oct. 5, 2021 Free This Week A new week brings some serious change as September wraps up and October sees a bunch of new and free events to check out. From concerts to talks to art shows, get out of the house this week and explore these offerings. Learn More Festival Sep. 23, 2021 - Oct. 3, 2021 Calgary International Film Festival Bringing together more than 175 films in-person and 60 virtually online, Calgary International Film Festival offers a lineup of the year’s most ground-breaking and must-see movies in a hybrid formula. Learn More Free Sep. 22, 2021 - Sep. 28, 2021 Free This Week Despite some cancellations and postponements, the first week of fall brings a plethora of free arts and culture events to check out including book launches, outdoor concerts, workshops, and so much more. Plan to check these out! Learn More Free Sep. 15, 2021 - Sep. 21, 2021 Free This Week The calendar is so full this week, we have no idea where to start. From Culture Days programming to streaming live theatrical performances, end your summer with a bang and check out these amazing—and free—events. Learn More Contest Sep. 10, 2021 - Sep. 12, 2021 Calgary Expo: Limited Edition Come in cosplay, or come as you are! With a special three-day celebration of all things pop culture, we’re giving away a pair of weekend passes so you can let out your inner nerd and geek out at Calgary Expo: Limited Edition. Learn More Free Sep. 8, 2021 - Sep. 14, 2021 Free This Week If you want to get out of the house and not break the bank, Calgary’s arts community has you covered. With a post-long weekend lineup, this week brings a mix of talks, music, markets, screenings, and so much more! Read on to learn more. Learn More Questions? Contact Calgary Arts Development’s communications team at 403.264.5330 ext. 211 or by email at events@calgaryartsdevelopment.com. Submit an Event
Music Ongoing The Cipher Clerk Calgary Opera offers audiences unprecedented behind-the-scenes access to the seldom-seen process of new opera development via a new documentary film series. The fourth in the Opera Labs projects series tells the true story of events in Ottawa at the end of World War II in The Cipher Clerk. Check it out! See website for detailsLocation: Stream OnlineFree Literary Ongoing Imagine On Air On Demand Wordfest’s new on-demand channel connects you online with the most fascinating writers, the most satisfying books, the most potent ideas, and the most welcoming community of thinkers and doers. Discover this extensive vault of extraordinary programs. See website for detailsLocation: Stream Online$26 Visual Art June 17, 2021 - Jan. 30, 2022 Everywhere We Are An ambitious exhibition and public program series addressing challenges, merits, impacts, and advantages associated with art collecting, it is intended to express that boundaries are often mutable, flexible and even artificial, and that art is owned by the person who sees it. See website for gallery hoursLocation: Contemporary Calgary (701 11th St. SW)With Admission Visual Art July 1, 2021 - Oct. 17, 2021 Beyond the Edge Beyond the Edge is a traveling exhibit by artist Kay Burns that looks at the Flat Earth Society of Canada and its later iterations, along with curious details about two of its enigmatic members. The exhibit embodies how inquiry plays an important role in critical thinking and knowledge acquisition. See website for detailsLocation: Lougheed House (707 13th Ave. SW)With Admission Visual Art July 1, 2021 - Oct. 17, 2021 Stories from Early Chinatown The Chinese community has been in Calgary since the early days of settlement. By 1885 the first Chinese residents were established. Explore the stories of these early Calgarians through creative writing, illustrations, audio, and historical photographs. See website for detailsLocation: Lougheed House (707 13th Ave. SW)With Admission Music July 18, 2021 - Dec. 26, 2021 Sunday Jazz Jam Join Asylum for Art for a Sunday jazz jam with Esteban Herrera, followed by an open jam. The jam is the one of the traditions that shaped the origin and evolution of jazz music everywhere anytime. Come and enjoy playing or listening with friends. Tickets are by donation. Showtime: 7:00pm – 10:00pmLocation: Asylum for Art (2505 14th St. SW)By Donation Visual Art July 24, 2021 - Nov. 27, 2021 RELATIONS: Diaspora and Painting This group exhibition explores the multiple and complex meanings of the idea of the diaspora, its condition, and its experiences as expressed in painting, offering a selection of works by artists who address the question from various points of view. See website for gallery hoursLocation: Esker Foundation (1011 9th Ave. SE)Free Visual Art July 30, 2021 - Nov. 28, 2021 Beyond Van Gogh: An Immersive Experience In an imaginative and immersive presentation crafted for our unique times by world renowned audiovisual designers, Beyond Van Gogh uses cutting-edge projection technology to create an engaging journey into the world of Van Gogh. See website for scheduleLocation: BMO Centre, Stampede Park (20 Roundup Way SE)Prices Vary Theatre Aug. 27, 2021 - Nov. 14, 2021 Feelin’ Groovy Stage West invites you to sit back and relax as some of the most influential singer songwriters are featured in Feelin’ Groovy – The Best of Folk Rock. This musical revue features legends like Joni Mitchell, Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young, the Mamas & the Papas, and many more! See website for scheduleLocation: Stage West Calgary (727 42nd Ave. SE)Prices Vary Visual Art Aug. 28, 2021 - Oct. 30, 2021 Sculpture Park Tours Join the Kiyooka Ohe Arts Centre as they enrich the educational experience and make contemporary visual culture accessible through Saturday guided tours of the large-scale sculptures and smaller-scale pieces situated around the property. Showtime: 1:00pm – 3:00pmLocation: Kiyooka Ohe Arts Centre & Sculpture Park (244034 Horizon View Rd. SW)$15 Festival Sep. 1, 2021 - Oct. 31, 2021 Latin American Arts & Culture Festival The festival features a visual arts exhibition, Latin American country cultural displays, a program including a large array of diverse artistic expressions including theatre, conversations, musical performances, activities for children, gastronomy demonstrations, and much more! See website for scheduleLocation: Various VenuesPrices Vary Visual Art Sep. 3, 2021 - Nov. 30, 2021 Braids in the Front, Braids in the Back Braids in the front, braids in the back was once used between the Chinese and Indigenous communities in their respective languages to refer to each other. This work by Annie Wong recalls an obscured history of mutual aid and kinship between the two. Window installationLocation: The New Gallery (208 Centre St. SE)Free Festival Sep. 7, 2021 - Nov. 30, 2021 Wordfest’s 26@26 Wordfest celebrates 26 years in 2021 with 26 of the world’s best writers paired every Tuesday! Join in for 13 crackling-smart conversations with such literary powerhouses as Hiromi Goto, Shelagh Rogers, Miriam Toews, Zoe Whittall, Omar El Akkad, Daniel Heath Justice, Kyo Maclear, and many more! See website for scheduleLocation: Stream OnlinePrices Vary Visual Art Sep. 7, 2021 - Dec. 12, 2021 The Boxed Stories Gallery This is a truly unique experience for artists and viewers alike! Housed within a vintage card catalogue, the library’s one time answer to organizing a collection of books for readers to locate on a shelf, visitors will be encouraged to discover varied artworks as they open each drawer. See website to book a viewingLocation: Loft 112 (112, 535 8th Ave. SE)$5 Theatre Sep. 8, 2021 - Nov. 7, 2021 Canadian Superstars Head to Stage West to sing along with Canadian musical greats like The Tragically Hip, Celine Dion and Shawn Mendes. Canadian Superstars—from the Nineties to Now sets out to prove that Canadians aren’t just following the trends in music, they are creating them. See website for scheduleLocation: Stage West Calgary (727 42nd Ave. SE)Prices Vary Visual Art Sep. 11, 2021 - Oct. 16, 2021 Shaping Calgary Herringer Kiss Gallery presents the most influential sculptors in Calgary, curated by Kevin Kanashiro and Deborah Herringer Kiss. This show features Walter May, Katie Ohe, Gord Ferguson, Rita McKeough, Alexander Caldwell, Ron Kanashiro, Laura Vickerson, and Blake Senini. See website for gallery hoursLocation: Herringer Kiss Gallery (101, 1615 10th Ave. SW)Free 1 2 3 … 7 ⟶ All Contest Dance Visual Art Theatre Film & Media Literary Festival Music Free Free Oct. 6, 2021 - Oct. 12, 2021 Free This Week The leaves might be mostly off the trees but Calgary’s arts community has plenty of colourful options for you to check out for free this week! From powerful, online theatre productions to live and in-person concerts, there’s something for everyone. Learn More Visual Art Oct. 1, 2021 - Oct. 31, 2021 October Exhibitions While autumn is in full swing, the month of October always brings a plethora of visual arts programming to Calgary’s arts community. From new shows and workshops to a ton of socially distanced show and sales, there’s so much to see! Learn More Free Sep. 29, 2021 - Oct. 5, 2021 Free This Week A new week brings some serious change as September wraps up and October sees a bunch of new and free events to check out. From concerts to talks to art shows, get out of the house this week and explore these offerings. Learn More Festival Sep. 23, 2021 - Oct. 3, 2021 Calgary International Film Festival Bringing together more than 175 films in-person and 60 virtually online, Calgary International Film Festival offers a lineup of the year’s most ground-breaking and must-see movies in a hybrid formula. Learn More Free Sep. 22, 2021 - Sep. 28, 2021 Free This Week Despite some cancellations and postponements, the first week of fall brings a plethora of free arts and culture events to check out including book launches, outdoor concerts, workshops, and so much more. Plan to check these out! Learn More Free Sep. 15, 2021 - Sep. 21, 2021 Free This Week The calendar is so full this week, we have no idea where to start. From Culture Days programming to streaming live theatrical performances, end your summer with a bang and check out these amazing—and free—events. Learn More Contest Sep. 10, 2021 - Sep. 12, 2021 Calgary Expo: Limited Edition Come in cosplay, or come as you are! With a special three-day celebration of all things pop culture, we’re giving away a pair of weekend passes so you can let out your inner nerd and geek out at Calgary Expo: Limited Edition. Learn More Free Sep. 8, 2021 - Sep. 14, 2021 Free This Week If you want to get out of the house and not break the bank, Calgary’s arts community has you covered. With a post-long weekend lineup, this week brings a mix of talks, music, markets, screenings, and so much more! Read on to learn more. Learn More Questions? Contact Calgary Arts Development’s communications team at 403.264.5330 ext. 211 or by email at events@calgaryartsdevelopment.com. Submit an Event
Literary Ongoing Imagine On Air On Demand Wordfest’s new on-demand channel connects you online with the most fascinating writers, the most satisfying books, the most potent ideas, and the most welcoming community of thinkers and doers. Discover this extensive vault of extraordinary programs. See website for detailsLocation: Stream Online$26 Visual Art June 17, 2021 - Jan. 30, 2022 Everywhere We Are An ambitious exhibition and public program series addressing challenges, merits, impacts, and advantages associated with art collecting, it is intended to express that boundaries are often mutable, flexible and even artificial, and that art is owned by the person who sees it. See website for gallery hoursLocation: Contemporary Calgary (701 11th St. SW)With Admission Visual Art July 1, 2021 - Oct. 17, 2021 Beyond the Edge Beyond the Edge is a traveling exhibit by artist Kay Burns that looks at the Flat Earth Society of Canada and its later iterations, along with curious details about two of its enigmatic members. The exhibit embodies how inquiry plays an important role in critical thinking and knowledge acquisition. See website for detailsLocation: Lougheed House (707 13th Ave. SW)With Admission Visual Art July 1, 2021 - Oct. 17, 2021 Stories from Early Chinatown The Chinese community has been in Calgary since the early days of settlement. By 1885 the first Chinese residents were established. Explore the stories of these early Calgarians through creative writing, illustrations, audio, and historical photographs. See website for detailsLocation: Lougheed House (707 13th Ave. SW)With Admission Music July 18, 2021 - Dec. 26, 2021 Sunday Jazz Jam Join Asylum for Art for a Sunday jazz jam with Esteban Herrera, followed by an open jam. The jam is the one of the traditions that shaped the origin and evolution of jazz music everywhere anytime. Come and enjoy playing or listening with friends. Tickets are by donation. Showtime: 7:00pm – 10:00pmLocation: Asylum for Art (2505 14th St. SW)By Donation Visual Art July 24, 2021 - Nov. 27, 2021 RELATIONS: Diaspora and Painting This group exhibition explores the multiple and complex meanings of the idea of the diaspora, its condition, and its experiences as expressed in painting, offering a selection of works by artists who address the question from various points of view. See website for gallery hoursLocation: Esker Foundation (1011 9th Ave. SE)Free Visual Art July 30, 2021 - Nov. 28, 2021 Beyond Van Gogh: An Immersive Experience In an imaginative and immersive presentation crafted for our unique times by world renowned audiovisual designers, Beyond Van Gogh uses cutting-edge projection technology to create an engaging journey into the world of Van Gogh. See website for scheduleLocation: BMO Centre, Stampede Park (20 Roundup Way SE)Prices Vary Theatre Aug. 27, 2021 - Nov. 14, 2021 Feelin’ Groovy Stage West invites you to sit back and relax as some of the most influential singer songwriters are featured in Feelin’ Groovy – The Best of Folk Rock. This musical revue features legends like Joni Mitchell, Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young, the Mamas & the Papas, and many more! See website for scheduleLocation: Stage West Calgary (727 42nd Ave. SE)Prices Vary Visual Art Aug. 28, 2021 - Oct. 30, 2021 Sculpture Park Tours Join the Kiyooka Ohe Arts Centre as they enrich the educational experience and make contemporary visual culture accessible through Saturday guided tours of the large-scale sculptures and smaller-scale pieces situated around the property. Showtime: 1:00pm – 3:00pmLocation: Kiyooka Ohe Arts Centre & Sculpture Park (244034 Horizon View Rd. SW)$15 Festival Sep. 1, 2021 - Oct. 31, 2021 Latin American Arts & Culture Festival The festival features a visual arts exhibition, Latin American country cultural displays, a program including a large array of diverse artistic expressions including theatre, conversations, musical performances, activities for children, gastronomy demonstrations, and much more! See website for scheduleLocation: Various VenuesPrices Vary Visual Art Sep. 3, 2021 - Nov. 30, 2021 Braids in the Front, Braids in the Back Braids in the front, braids in the back was once used between the Chinese and Indigenous communities in their respective languages to refer to each other. This work by Annie Wong recalls an obscured history of mutual aid and kinship between the two. Window installationLocation: The New Gallery (208 Centre St. SE)Free Festival Sep. 7, 2021 - Nov. 30, 2021 Wordfest’s 26@26 Wordfest celebrates 26 years in 2021 with 26 of the world’s best writers paired every Tuesday! Join in for 13 crackling-smart conversations with such literary powerhouses as Hiromi Goto, Shelagh Rogers, Miriam Toews, Zoe Whittall, Omar El Akkad, Daniel Heath Justice, Kyo Maclear, and many more! See website for scheduleLocation: Stream OnlinePrices Vary Visual Art Sep. 7, 2021 - Dec. 12, 2021 The Boxed Stories Gallery This is a truly unique experience for artists and viewers alike! Housed within a vintage card catalogue, the library’s one time answer to organizing a collection of books for readers to locate on a shelf, visitors will be encouraged to discover varied artworks as they open each drawer. See website to book a viewingLocation: Loft 112 (112, 535 8th Ave. SE)$5 Theatre Sep. 8, 2021 - Nov. 7, 2021 Canadian Superstars Head to Stage West to sing along with Canadian musical greats like The Tragically Hip, Celine Dion and Shawn Mendes. Canadian Superstars—from the Nineties to Now sets out to prove that Canadians aren’t just following the trends in music, they are creating them. See website for scheduleLocation: Stage West Calgary (727 42nd Ave. SE)Prices Vary Visual Art Sep. 11, 2021 - Oct. 16, 2021 Shaping Calgary Herringer Kiss Gallery presents the most influential sculptors in Calgary, curated by Kevin Kanashiro and Deborah Herringer Kiss. This show features Walter May, Katie Ohe, Gord Ferguson, Rita McKeough, Alexander Caldwell, Ron Kanashiro, Laura Vickerson, and Blake Senini. See website for gallery hoursLocation: Herringer Kiss Gallery (101, 1615 10th Ave. SW)Free 1 2 3 … 7 ⟶ All Contest Dance Visual Art Theatre Film & Media Literary Festival Music Free Free Oct. 6, 2021 - Oct. 12, 2021 Free This Week The leaves might be mostly off the trees but Calgary’s arts community has plenty of colourful options for you to check out for free this week! From powerful, online theatre productions to live and in-person concerts, there’s something for everyone. Learn More Visual Art Oct. 1, 2021 - Oct. 31, 2021 October Exhibitions While autumn is in full swing, the month of October always brings a plethora of visual arts programming to Calgary’s arts community. From new shows and workshops to a ton of socially distanced show and sales, there’s so much to see! Learn More Free Sep. 29, 2021 - Oct. 5, 2021 Free This Week A new week brings some serious change as September wraps up and October sees a bunch of new and free events to check out. From concerts to talks to art shows, get out of the house this week and explore these offerings. Learn More Festival Sep. 23, 2021 - Oct. 3, 2021 Calgary International Film Festival Bringing together more than 175 films in-person and 60 virtually online, Calgary International Film Festival offers a lineup of the year’s most ground-breaking and must-see movies in a hybrid formula. Learn More Free Sep. 22, 2021 - Sep. 28, 2021 Free This Week Despite some cancellations and postponements, the first week of fall brings a plethora of free arts and culture events to check out including book launches, outdoor concerts, workshops, and so much more. Plan to check these out! Learn More Free Sep. 15, 2021 - Sep. 21, 2021 Free This Week The calendar is so full this week, we have no idea where to start. From Culture Days programming to streaming live theatrical performances, end your summer with a bang and check out these amazing—and free—events. Learn More Contest Sep. 10, 2021 - Sep. 12, 2021 Calgary Expo: Limited Edition Come in cosplay, or come as you are! With a special three-day celebration of all things pop culture, we’re giving away a pair of weekend passes so you can let out your inner nerd and geek out at Calgary Expo: Limited Edition. Learn More Free Sep. 8, 2021 - Sep. 14, 2021 Free This Week If you want to get out of the house and not break the bank, Calgary’s arts community has you covered. With a post-long weekend lineup, this week brings a mix of talks, music, markets, screenings, and so much more! Read on to learn more. Learn More Questions? Contact Calgary Arts Development’s communications team at 403.264.5330 ext. 211 or by email at events@calgaryartsdevelopment.com. Submit an Event
Visual Art June 17, 2021 - Jan. 30, 2022 Everywhere We Are An ambitious exhibition and public program series addressing challenges, merits, impacts, and advantages associated with art collecting, it is intended to express that boundaries are often mutable, flexible and even artificial, and that art is owned by the person who sees it. See website for gallery hoursLocation: Contemporary Calgary (701 11th St. SW)With Admission Visual Art July 1, 2021 - Oct. 17, 2021 Beyond the Edge Beyond the Edge is a traveling exhibit by artist Kay Burns that looks at the Flat Earth Society of Canada and its later iterations, along with curious details about two of its enigmatic members. The exhibit embodies how inquiry plays an important role in critical thinking and knowledge acquisition. See website for detailsLocation: Lougheed House (707 13th Ave. SW)With Admission Visual Art July 1, 2021 - Oct. 17, 2021 Stories from Early Chinatown The Chinese community has been in Calgary since the early days of settlement. By 1885 the first Chinese residents were established. Explore the stories of these early Calgarians through creative writing, illustrations, audio, and historical photographs. See website for detailsLocation: Lougheed House (707 13th Ave. SW)With Admission Music July 18, 2021 - Dec. 26, 2021 Sunday Jazz Jam Join Asylum for Art for a Sunday jazz jam with Esteban Herrera, followed by an open jam. The jam is the one of the traditions that shaped the origin and evolution of jazz music everywhere anytime. Come and enjoy playing or listening with friends. Tickets are by donation. Showtime: 7:00pm – 10:00pmLocation: Asylum for Art (2505 14th St. SW)By Donation Visual Art July 24, 2021 - Nov. 27, 2021 RELATIONS: Diaspora and Painting This group exhibition explores the multiple and complex meanings of the idea of the diaspora, its condition, and its experiences as expressed in painting, offering a selection of works by artists who address the question from various points of view. See website for gallery hoursLocation: Esker Foundation (1011 9th Ave. SE)Free Visual Art July 30, 2021 - Nov. 28, 2021 Beyond Van Gogh: An Immersive Experience In an imaginative and immersive presentation crafted for our unique times by world renowned audiovisual designers, Beyond Van Gogh uses cutting-edge projection technology to create an engaging journey into the world of Van Gogh. See website for scheduleLocation: BMO Centre, Stampede Park (20 Roundup Way SE)Prices Vary Theatre Aug. 27, 2021 - Nov. 14, 2021 Feelin’ Groovy Stage West invites you to sit back and relax as some of the most influential singer songwriters are featured in Feelin’ Groovy – The Best of Folk Rock. This musical revue features legends like Joni Mitchell, Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young, the Mamas & the Papas, and many more! See website for scheduleLocation: Stage West Calgary (727 42nd Ave. SE)Prices Vary Visual Art Aug. 28, 2021 - Oct. 30, 2021 Sculpture Park Tours Join the Kiyooka Ohe Arts Centre as they enrich the educational experience and make contemporary visual culture accessible through Saturday guided tours of the large-scale sculptures and smaller-scale pieces situated around the property. Showtime: 1:00pm – 3:00pmLocation: Kiyooka Ohe Arts Centre & Sculpture Park (244034 Horizon View Rd. SW)$15 Festival Sep. 1, 2021 - Oct. 31, 2021 Latin American Arts & Culture Festival The festival features a visual arts exhibition, Latin American country cultural displays, a program including a large array of diverse artistic expressions including theatre, conversations, musical performances, activities for children, gastronomy demonstrations, and much more! See website for scheduleLocation: Various VenuesPrices Vary Visual Art Sep. 3, 2021 - Nov. 30, 2021 Braids in the Front, Braids in the Back Braids in the front, braids in the back was once used between the Chinese and Indigenous communities in their respective languages to refer to each other. This work by Annie Wong recalls an obscured history of mutual aid and kinship between the two. Window installationLocation: The New Gallery (208 Centre St. SE)Free Festival Sep. 7, 2021 - Nov. 30, 2021 Wordfest’s 26@26 Wordfest celebrates 26 years in 2021 with 26 of the world’s best writers paired every Tuesday! Join in for 13 crackling-smart conversations with such literary powerhouses as Hiromi Goto, Shelagh Rogers, Miriam Toews, Zoe Whittall, Omar El Akkad, Daniel Heath Justice, Kyo Maclear, and many more! See website for scheduleLocation: Stream OnlinePrices Vary Visual Art Sep. 7, 2021 - Dec. 12, 2021 The Boxed Stories Gallery This is a truly unique experience for artists and viewers alike! Housed within a vintage card catalogue, the library’s one time answer to organizing a collection of books for readers to locate on a shelf, visitors will be encouraged to discover varied artworks as they open each drawer. See website to book a viewingLocation: Loft 112 (112, 535 8th Ave. SE)$5 Theatre Sep. 8, 2021 - Nov. 7, 2021 Canadian Superstars Head to Stage West to sing along with Canadian musical greats like The Tragically Hip, Celine Dion and Shawn Mendes. Canadian Superstars—from the Nineties to Now sets out to prove that Canadians aren’t just following the trends in music, they are creating them. See website for scheduleLocation: Stage West Calgary (727 42nd Ave. SE)Prices Vary Visual Art Sep. 11, 2021 - Oct. 16, 2021 Shaping Calgary Herringer Kiss Gallery presents the most influential sculptors in Calgary, curated by Kevin Kanashiro and Deborah Herringer Kiss. This show features Walter May, Katie Ohe, Gord Ferguson, Rita McKeough, Alexander Caldwell, Ron Kanashiro, Laura Vickerson, and Blake Senini. See website for gallery hoursLocation: Herringer Kiss Gallery (101, 1615 10th Ave. SW)Free 1 2 3 … 7 ⟶ All Contest Dance Visual Art Theatre Film & Media Literary Festival Music Free Free Oct. 6, 2021 - Oct. 12, 2021 Free This Week The leaves might be mostly off the trees but Calgary’s arts community has plenty of colourful options for you to check out for free this week! From powerful, online theatre productions to live and in-person concerts, there’s something for everyone. Learn More Visual Art Oct. 1, 2021 - Oct. 31, 2021 October Exhibitions While autumn is in full swing, the month of October always brings a plethora of visual arts programming to Calgary’s arts community. From new shows and workshops to a ton of socially distanced show and sales, there’s so much to see! Learn More Free Sep. 29, 2021 - Oct. 5, 2021 Free This Week A new week brings some serious change as September wraps up and October sees a bunch of new and free events to check out. From concerts to talks to art shows, get out of the house this week and explore these offerings. Learn More Festival Sep. 23, 2021 - Oct. 3, 2021 Calgary International Film Festival Bringing together more than 175 films in-person and 60 virtually online, Calgary International Film Festival offers a lineup of the year’s most ground-breaking and must-see movies in a hybrid formula. Learn More Free Sep. 22, 2021 - Sep. 28, 2021 Free This Week Despite some cancellations and postponements, the first week of fall brings a plethora of free arts and culture events to check out including book launches, outdoor concerts, workshops, and so much more. Plan to check these out! Learn More Free Sep. 15, 2021 - Sep. 21, 2021 Free This Week The calendar is so full this week, we have no idea where to start. From Culture Days programming to streaming live theatrical performances, end your summer with a bang and check out these amazing—and free—events. Learn More Contest Sep. 10, 2021 - Sep. 12, 2021 Calgary Expo: Limited Edition Come in cosplay, or come as you are! With a special three-day celebration of all things pop culture, we’re giving away a pair of weekend passes so you can let out your inner nerd and geek out at Calgary Expo: Limited Edition. Learn More Free Sep. 8, 2021 - Sep. 14, 2021 Free This Week If you want to get out of the house and not break the bank, Calgary’s arts community has you covered. With a post-long weekend lineup, this week brings a mix of talks, music, markets, screenings, and so much more! Read on to learn more. Learn More Questions? Contact Calgary Arts Development’s communications team at 403.264.5330 ext. 211 or by email at events@calgaryartsdevelopment.com. Submit an Event
Visual Art July 1, 2021 - Oct. 17, 2021 Beyond the Edge Beyond the Edge is a traveling exhibit by artist Kay Burns that looks at the Flat Earth Society of Canada and its later iterations, along with curious details about two of its enigmatic members. The exhibit embodies how inquiry plays an important role in critical thinking and knowledge acquisition. See website for detailsLocation: Lougheed House (707 13th Ave. SW)With Admission Visual Art July 1, 2021 - Oct. 17, 2021 Stories from Early Chinatown The Chinese community has been in Calgary since the early days of settlement. By 1885 the first Chinese residents were established. Explore the stories of these early Calgarians through creative writing, illustrations, audio, and historical photographs. See website for detailsLocation: Lougheed House (707 13th Ave. SW)With Admission Music July 18, 2021 - Dec. 26, 2021 Sunday Jazz Jam Join Asylum for Art for a Sunday jazz jam with Esteban Herrera, followed by an open jam. The jam is the one of the traditions that shaped the origin and evolution of jazz music everywhere anytime. Come and enjoy playing or listening with friends. Tickets are by donation. Showtime: 7:00pm – 10:00pmLocation: Asylum for Art (2505 14th St. SW)By Donation Visual Art July 24, 2021 - Nov. 27, 2021 RELATIONS: Diaspora and Painting This group exhibition explores the multiple and complex meanings of the idea of the diaspora, its condition, and its experiences as expressed in painting, offering a selection of works by artists who address the question from various points of view. See website for gallery hoursLocation: Esker Foundation (1011 9th Ave. SE)Free Visual Art July 30, 2021 - Nov. 28, 2021 Beyond Van Gogh: An Immersive Experience In an imaginative and immersive presentation crafted for our unique times by world renowned audiovisual designers, Beyond Van Gogh uses cutting-edge projection technology to create an engaging journey into the world of Van Gogh. See website for scheduleLocation: BMO Centre, Stampede Park (20 Roundup Way SE)Prices Vary Theatre Aug. 27, 2021 - Nov. 14, 2021 Feelin’ Groovy Stage West invites you to sit back and relax as some of the most influential singer songwriters are featured in Feelin’ Groovy – The Best of Folk Rock. This musical revue features legends like Joni Mitchell, Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young, the Mamas & the Papas, and many more! See website for scheduleLocation: Stage West Calgary (727 42nd Ave. SE)Prices Vary Visual Art Aug. 28, 2021 - Oct. 30, 2021 Sculpture Park Tours Join the Kiyooka Ohe Arts Centre as they enrich the educational experience and make contemporary visual culture accessible through Saturday guided tours of the large-scale sculptures and smaller-scale pieces situated around the property. Showtime: 1:00pm – 3:00pmLocation: Kiyooka Ohe Arts Centre & Sculpture Park (244034 Horizon View Rd. SW)$15 Festival Sep. 1, 2021 - Oct. 31, 2021 Latin American Arts & Culture Festival The festival features a visual arts exhibition, Latin American country cultural displays, a program including a large array of diverse artistic expressions including theatre, conversations, musical performances, activities for children, gastronomy demonstrations, and much more! See website for scheduleLocation: Various VenuesPrices Vary Visual Art Sep. 3, 2021 - Nov. 30, 2021 Braids in the Front, Braids in the Back Braids in the front, braids in the back was once used between the Chinese and Indigenous communities in their respective languages to refer to each other. This work by Annie Wong recalls an obscured history of mutual aid and kinship between the two. Window installationLocation: The New Gallery (208 Centre St. SE)Free Festival Sep. 7, 2021 - Nov. 30, 2021 Wordfest’s 26@26 Wordfest celebrates 26 years in 2021 with 26 of the world’s best writers paired every Tuesday! Join in for 13 crackling-smart conversations with such literary powerhouses as Hiromi Goto, Shelagh Rogers, Miriam Toews, Zoe Whittall, Omar El Akkad, Daniel Heath Justice, Kyo Maclear, and many more! See website for scheduleLocation: Stream OnlinePrices Vary Visual Art Sep. 7, 2021 - Dec. 12, 2021 The Boxed Stories Gallery This is a truly unique experience for artists and viewers alike! Housed within a vintage card catalogue, the library’s one time answer to organizing a collection of books for readers to locate on a shelf, visitors will be encouraged to discover varied artworks as they open each drawer. See website to book a viewingLocation: Loft 112 (112, 535 8th Ave. SE)$5 Theatre Sep. 8, 2021 - Nov. 7, 2021 Canadian Superstars Head to Stage West to sing along with Canadian musical greats like The Tragically Hip, Celine Dion and Shawn Mendes. Canadian Superstars—from the Nineties to Now sets out to prove that Canadians aren’t just following the trends in music, they are creating them. See website for scheduleLocation: Stage West Calgary (727 42nd Ave. SE)Prices Vary Visual Art Sep. 11, 2021 - Oct. 16, 2021 Shaping Calgary Herringer Kiss Gallery presents the most influential sculptors in Calgary, curated by Kevin Kanashiro and Deborah Herringer Kiss. This show features Walter May, Katie Ohe, Gord Ferguson, Rita McKeough, Alexander Caldwell, Ron Kanashiro, Laura Vickerson, and Blake Senini. See website for gallery hoursLocation: Herringer Kiss Gallery (101, 1615 10th Ave. SW)Free 1 2 3 … 7 ⟶ All Contest Dance Visual Art Theatre Film & Media Literary Festival Music Free Free Oct. 6, 2021 - Oct. 12, 2021 Free This Week The leaves might be mostly off the trees but Calgary’s arts community has plenty of colourful options for you to check out for free this week! From powerful, online theatre productions to live and in-person concerts, there’s something for everyone. Learn More Visual Art Oct. 1, 2021 - Oct. 31, 2021 October Exhibitions While autumn is in full swing, the month of October always brings a plethora of visual arts programming to Calgary’s arts community. From new shows and workshops to a ton of socially distanced show and sales, there’s so much to see! Learn More Free Sep. 29, 2021 - Oct. 5, 2021 Free This Week A new week brings some serious change as September wraps up and October sees a bunch of new and free events to check out. From concerts to talks to art shows, get out of the house this week and explore these offerings. Learn More Festival Sep. 23, 2021 - Oct. 3, 2021 Calgary International Film Festival Bringing together more than 175 films in-person and 60 virtually online, Calgary International Film Festival offers a lineup of the year’s most ground-breaking and must-see movies in a hybrid formula. Learn More Free Sep. 22, 2021 - Sep. 28, 2021 Free This Week Despite some cancellations and postponements, the first week of fall brings a plethora of free arts and culture events to check out including book launches, outdoor concerts, workshops, and so much more. Plan to check these out! Learn More Free Sep. 15, 2021 - Sep. 21, 2021 Free This Week The calendar is so full this week, we have no idea where to start. From Culture Days programming to streaming live theatrical performances, end your summer with a bang and check out these amazing—and free—events. Learn More Contest Sep. 10, 2021 - Sep. 12, 2021 Calgary Expo: Limited Edition Come in cosplay, or come as you are! With a special three-day celebration of all things pop culture, we’re giving away a pair of weekend passes so you can let out your inner nerd and geek out at Calgary Expo: Limited Edition. Learn More Free Sep. 8, 2021 - Sep. 14, 2021 Free This Week If you want to get out of the house and not break the bank, Calgary’s arts community has you covered. With a post-long weekend lineup, this week brings a mix of talks, music, markets, screenings, and so much more! Read on to learn more. Learn More Questions? Contact Calgary Arts Development’s communications team at 403.264.5330 ext. 211 or by email at events@calgaryartsdevelopment.com. Submit an Event
Visual Art July 1, 2021 - Oct. 17, 2021 Stories from Early Chinatown The Chinese community has been in Calgary since the early days of settlement. By 1885 the first Chinese residents were established. Explore the stories of these early Calgarians through creative writing, illustrations, audio, and historical photographs. See website for detailsLocation: Lougheed House (707 13th Ave. SW)With Admission Music July 18, 2021 - Dec. 26, 2021 Sunday Jazz Jam Join Asylum for Art for a Sunday jazz jam with Esteban Herrera, followed by an open jam. The jam is the one of the traditions that shaped the origin and evolution of jazz music everywhere anytime. Come and enjoy playing or listening with friends. Tickets are by donation. Showtime: 7:00pm – 10:00pmLocation: Asylum for Art (2505 14th St. SW)By Donation Visual Art July 24, 2021 - Nov. 27, 2021 RELATIONS: Diaspora and Painting This group exhibition explores the multiple and complex meanings of the idea of the diaspora, its condition, and its experiences as expressed in painting, offering a selection of works by artists who address the question from various points of view. See website for gallery hoursLocation: Esker Foundation (1011 9th Ave. SE)Free Visual Art July 30, 2021 - Nov. 28, 2021 Beyond Van Gogh: An Immersive Experience In an imaginative and immersive presentation crafted for our unique times by world renowned audiovisual designers, Beyond Van Gogh uses cutting-edge projection technology to create an engaging journey into the world of Van Gogh. See website for scheduleLocation: BMO Centre, Stampede Park (20 Roundup Way SE)Prices Vary Theatre Aug. 27, 2021 - Nov. 14, 2021 Feelin’ Groovy Stage West invites you to sit back and relax as some of the most influential singer songwriters are featured in Feelin’ Groovy – The Best of Folk Rock. This musical revue features legends like Joni Mitchell, Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young, the Mamas & the Papas, and many more! See website for scheduleLocation: Stage West Calgary (727 42nd Ave. SE)Prices Vary Visual Art Aug. 28, 2021 - Oct. 30, 2021 Sculpture Park Tours Join the Kiyooka Ohe Arts Centre as they enrich the educational experience and make contemporary visual culture accessible through Saturday guided tours of the large-scale sculptures and smaller-scale pieces situated around the property. Showtime: 1:00pm – 3:00pmLocation: Kiyooka Ohe Arts Centre & Sculpture Park (244034 Horizon View Rd. SW)$15 Festival Sep. 1, 2021 - Oct. 31, 2021 Latin American Arts & Culture Festival The festival features a visual arts exhibition, Latin American country cultural displays, a program including a large array of diverse artistic expressions including theatre, conversations, musical performances, activities for children, gastronomy demonstrations, and much more! See website for scheduleLocation: Various VenuesPrices Vary Visual Art Sep. 3, 2021 - Nov. 30, 2021 Braids in the Front, Braids in the Back Braids in the front, braids in the back was once used between the Chinese and Indigenous communities in their respective languages to refer to each other. This work by Annie Wong recalls an obscured history of mutual aid and kinship between the two. Window installationLocation: The New Gallery (208 Centre St. SE)Free Festival Sep. 7, 2021 - Nov. 30, 2021 Wordfest’s 26@26 Wordfest celebrates 26 years in 2021 with 26 of the world’s best writers paired every Tuesday! Join in for 13 crackling-smart conversations with such literary powerhouses as Hiromi Goto, Shelagh Rogers, Miriam Toews, Zoe Whittall, Omar El Akkad, Daniel Heath Justice, Kyo Maclear, and many more! See website for scheduleLocation: Stream OnlinePrices Vary Visual Art Sep. 7, 2021 - Dec. 12, 2021 The Boxed Stories Gallery This is a truly unique experience for artists and viewers alike! Housed within a vintage card catalogue, the library’s one time answer to organizing a collection of books for readers to locate on a shelf, visitors will be encouraged to discover varied artworks as they open each drawer. See website to book a viewingLocation: Loft 112 (112, 535 8th Ave. SE)$5 Theatre Sep. 8, 2021 - Nov. 7, 2021 Canadian Superstars Head to Stage West to sing along with Canadian musical greats like The Tragically Hip, Celine Dion and Shawn Mendes. Canadian Superstars—from the Nineties to Now sets out to prove that Canadians aren’t just following the trends in music, they are creating them. See website for scheduleLocation: Stage West Calgary (727 42nd Ave. SE)Prices Vary Visual Art Sep. 11, 2021 - Oct. 16, 2021 Shaping Calgary Herringer Kiss Gallery presents the most influential sculptors in Calgary, curated by Kevin Kanashiro and Deborah Herringer Kiss. This show features Walter May, Katie Ohe, Gord Ferguson, Rita McKeough, Alexander Caldwell, Ron Kanashiro, Laura Vickerson, and Blake Senini. See website for gallery hoursLocation: Herringer Kiss Gallery (101, 1615 10th Ave. SW)Free 1 2 3 … 7 ⟶ All Contest Dance Visual Art Theatre Film & Media Literary Festival Music Free Free Oct. 6, 2021 - Oct. 12, 2021 Free This Week The leaves might be mostly off the trees but Calgary’s arts community has plenty of colourful options for you to check out for free this week! From powerful, online theatre productions to live and in-person concerts, there’s something for everyone. Learn More Visual Art Oct. 1, 2021 - Oct. 31, 2021 October Exhibitions While autumn is in full swing, the month of October always brings a plethora of visual arts programming to Calgary’s arts community. From new shows and workshops to a ton of socially distanced show and sales, there’s so much to see! Learn More Free Sep. 29, 2021 - Oct. 5, 2021 Free This Week A new week brings some serious change as September wraps up and October sees a bunch of new and free events to check out. From concerts to talks to art shows, get out of the house this week and explore these offerings. Learn More Festival Sep. 23, 2021 - Oct. 3, 2021 Calgary International Film Festival Bringing together more than 175 films in-person and 60 virtually online, Calgary International Film Festival offers a lineup of the year’s most ground-breaking and must-see movies in a hybrid formula. Learn More Free Sep. 22, 2021 - Sep. 28, 2021 Free This Week Despite some cancellations and postponements, the first week of fall brings a plethora of free arts and culture events to check out including book launches, outdoor concerts, workshops, and so much more. Plan to check these out! Learn More Free Sep. 15, 2021 - Sep. 21, 2021 Free This Week The calendar is so full this week, we have no idea where to start. From Culture Days programming to streaming live theatrical performances, end your summer with a bang and check out these amazing—and free—events. Learn More Contest Sep. 10, 2021 - Sep. 12, 2021 Calgary Expo: Limited Edition Come in cosplay, or come as you are! With a special three-day celebration of all things pop culture, we’re giving away a pair of weekend passes so you can let out your inner nerd and geek out at Calgary Expo: Limited Edition. Learn More Free Sep. 8, 2021 - Sep. 14, 2021 Free This Week If you want to get out of the house and not break the bank, Calgary’s arts community has you covered. With a post-long weekend lineup, this week brings a mix of talks, music, markets, screenings, and so much more! Read on to learn more. Learn More Questions? Contact Calgary Arts Development’s communications team at 403.264.5330 ext. 211 or by email at events@calgaryartsdevelopment.com. Submit an Event
Music July 18, 2021 - Dec. 26, 2021 Sunday Jazz Jam Join Asylum for Art for a Sunday jazz jam with Esteban Herrera, followed by an open jam. The jam is the one of the traditions that shaped the origin and evolution of jazz music everywhere anytime. Come and enjoy playing or listening with friends. Tickets are by donation. Showtime: 7:00pm – 10:00pmLocation: Asylum for Art (2505 14th St. SW)By Donation Visual Art July 24, 2021 - Nov. 27, 2021 RELATIONS: Diaspora and Painting This group exhibition explores the multiple and complex meanings of the idea of the diaspora, its condition, and its experiences as expressed in painting, offering a selection of works by artists who address the question from various points of view. See website for gallery hoursLocation: Esker Foundation (1011 9th Ave. SE)Free Visual Art July 30, 2021 - Nov. 28, 2021 Beyond Van Gogh: An Immersive Experience In an imaginative and immersive presentation crafted for our unique times by world renowned audiovisual designers, Beyond Van Gogh uses cutting-edge projection technology to create an engaging journey into the world of Van Gogh. See website for scheduleLocation: BMO Centre, Stampede Park (20 Roundup Way SE)Prices Vary Theatre Aug. 27, 2021 - Nov. 14, 2021 Feelin’ Groovy Stage West invites you to sit back and relax as some of the most influential singer songwriters are featured in Feelin’ Groovy – The Best of Folk Rock. This musical revue features legends like Joni Mitchell, Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young, the Mamas & the Papas, and many more! See website for scheduleLocation: Stage West Calgary (727 42nd Ave. SE)Prices Vary Visual Art Aug. 28, 2021 - Oct. 30, 2021 Sculpture Park Tours Join the Kiyooka Ohe Arts Centre as they enrich the educational experience and make contemporary visual culture accessible through Saturday guided tours of the large-scale sculptures and smaller-scale pieces situated around the property. Showtime: 1:00pm – 3:00pmLocation: Kiyooka Ohe Arts Centre & Sculpture Park (244034 Horizon View Rd. SW)$15 Festival Sep. 1, 2021 - Oct. 31, 2021 Latin American Arts & Culture Festival The festival features a visual arts exhibition, Latin American country cultural displays, a program including a large array of diverse artistic expressions including theatre, conversations, musical performances, activities for children, gastronomy demonstrations, and much more! See website for scheduleLocation: Various VenuesPrices Vary Visual Art Sep. 3, 2021 - Nov. 30, 2021 Braids in the Front, Braids in the Back Braids in the front, braids in the back was once used between the Chinese and Indigenous communities in their respective languages to refer to each other. This work by Annie Wong recalls an obscured history of mutual aid and kinship between the two. Window installationLocation: The New Gallery (208 Centre St. SE)Free Festival Sep. 7, 2021 - Nov. 30, 2021 Wordfest’s 26@26 Wordfest celebrates 26 years in 2021 with 26 of the world’s best writers paired every Tuesday! Join in for 13 crackling-smart conversations with such literary powerhouses as Hiromi Goto, Shelagh Rogers, Miriam Toews, Zoe Whittall, Omar El Akkad, Daniel Heath Justice, Kyo Maclear, and many more! See website for scheduleLocation: Stream OnlinePrices Vary Visual Art Sep. 7, 2021 - Dec. 12, 2021 The Boxed Stories Gallery This is a truly unique experience for artists and viewers alike! Housed within a vintage card catalogue, the library’s one time answer to organizing a collection of books for readers to locate on a shelf, visitors will be encouraged to discover varied artworks as they open each drawer. See website to book a viewingLocation: Loft 112 (112, 535 8th Ave. SE)$5 Theatre Sep. 8, 2021 - Nov. 7, 2021 Canadian Superstars Head to Stage West to sing along with Canadian musical greats like The Tragically Hip, Celine Dion and Shawn Mendes. Canadian Superstars—from the Nineties to Now sets out to prove that Canadians aren’t just following the trends in music, they are creating them. See website for scheduleLocation: Stage West Calgary (727 42nd Ave. SE)Prices Vary Visual Art Sep. 11, 2021 - Oct. 16, 2021 Shaping Calgary Herringer Kiss Gallery presents the most influential sculptors in Calgary, curated by Kevin Kanashiro and Deborah Herringer Kiss. This show features Walter May, Katie Ohe, Gord Ferguson, Rita McKeough, Alexander Caldwell, Ron Kanashiro, Laura Vickerson, and Blake Senini. See website for gallery hoursLocation: Herringer Kiss Gallery (101, 1615 10th Ave. SW)Free 1 2 3 … 7 ⟶ All Contest Dance Visual Art Theatre Film & Media Literary Festival Music Free Free Oct. 6, 2021 - Oct. 12, 2021 Free This Week The leaves might be mostly off the trees but Calgary’s arts community has plenty of colourful options for you to check out for free this week! From powerful, online theatre productions to live and in-person concerts, there’s something for everyone. Learn More Visual Art Oct. 1, 2021 - Oct. 31, 2021 October Exhibitions While autumn is in full swing, the month of October always brings a plethora of visual arts programming to Calgary’s arts community. From new shows and workshops to a ton of socially distanced show and sales, there’s so much to see! Learn More Free Sep. 29, 2021 - Oct. 5, 2021 Free This Week A new week brings some serious change as September wraps up and October sees a bunch of new and free events to check out. From concerts to talks to art shows, get out of the house this week and explore these offerings. Learn More Festival Sep. 23, 2021 - Oct. 3, 2021 Calgary International Film Festival Bringing together more than 175 films in-person and 60 virtually online, Calgary International Film Festival offers a lineup of the year’s most ground-breaking and must-see movies in a hybrid formula. Learn More Free Sep. 22, 2021 - Sep. 28, 2021 Free This Week Despite some cancellations and postponements, the first week of fall brings a plethora of free arts and culture events to check out including book launches, outdoor concerts, workshops, and so much more. Plan to check these out! Learn More Free Sep. 15, 2021 - Sep. 21, 2021 Free This Week The calendar is so full this week, we have no idea where to start. From Culture Days programming to streaming live theatrical performances, end your summer with a bang and check out these amazing—and free—events. Learn More Contest Sep. 10, 2021 - Sep. 12, 2021 Calgary Expo: Limited Edition Come in cosplay, or come as you are! With a special three-day celebration of all things pop culture, we’re giving away a pair of weekend passes so you can let out your inner nerd and geek out at Calgary Expo: Limited Edition. Learn More Free Sep. 8, 2021 - Sep. 14, 2021 Free This Week If you want to get out of the house and not break the bank, Calgary’s arts community has you covered. With a post-long weekend lineup, this week brings a mix of talks, music, markets, screenings, and so much more! Read on to learn more. Learn More Questions? Contact Calgary Arts Development’s communications team at 403.264.5330 ext. 211 or by email at events@calgaryartsdevelopment.com. Submit an Event
Visual Art July 24, 2021 - Nov. 27, 2021 RELATIONS: Diaspora and Painting This group exhibition explores the multiple and complex meanings of the idea of the diaspora, its condition, and its experiences as expressed in painting, offering a selection of works by artists who address the question from various points of view. See website for gallery hoursLocation: Esker Foundation (1011 9th Ave. SE)Free Visual Art July 30, 2021 - Nov. 28, 2021 Beyond Van Gogh: An Immersive Experience In an imaginative and immersive presentation crafted for our unique times by world renowned audiovisual designers, Beyond Van Gogh uses cutting-edge projection technology to create an engaging journey into the world of Van Gogh. See website for scheduleLocation: BMO Centre, Stampede Park (20 Roundup Way SE)Prices Vary Theatre Aug. 27, 2021 - Nov. 14, 2021 Feelin’ Groovy Stage West invites you to sit back and relax as some of the most influential singer songwriters are featured in Feelin’ Groovy – The Best of Folk Rock. This musical revue features legends like Joni Mitchell, Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young, the Mamas & the Papas, and many more! See website for scheduleLocation: Stage West Calgary (727 42nd Ave. SE)Prices Vary Visual Art Aug. 28, 2021 - Oct. 30, 2021 Sculpture Park Tours Join the Kiyooka Ohe Arts Centre as they enrich the educational experience and make contemporary visual culture accessible through Saturday guided tours of the large-scale sculptures and smaller-scale pieces situated around the property. Showtime: 1:00pm – 3:00pmLocation: Kiyooka Ohe Arts Centre & Sculpture Park (244034 Horizon View Rd. SW)$15 Festival Sep. 1, 2021 - Oct. 31, 2021 Latin American Arts & Culture Festival The festival features a visual arts exhibition, Latin American country cultural displays, a program including a large array of diverse artistic expressions including theatre, conversations, musical performances, activities for children, gastronomy demonstrations, and much more! See website for scheduleLocation: Various VenuesPrices Vary Visual Art Sep. 3, 2021 - Nov. 30, 2021 Braids in the Front, Braids in the Back Braids in the front, braids in the back was once used between the Chinese and Indigenous communities in their respective languages to refer to each other. This work by Annie Wong recalls an obscured history of mutual aid and kinship between the two. Window installationLocation: The New Gallery (208 Centre St. SE)Free Festival Sep. 7, 2021 - Nov. 30, 2021 Wordfest’s 26@26 Wordfest celebrates 26 years in 2021 with 26 of the world’s best writers paired every Tuesday! Join in for 13 crackling-smart conversations with such literary powerhouses as Hiromi Goto, Shelagh Rogers, Miriam Toews, Zoe Whittall, Omar El Akkad, Daniel Heath Justice, Kyo Maclear, and many more! See website for scheduleLocation: Stream OnlinePrices Vary Visual Art Sep. 7, 2021 - Dec. 12, 2021 The Boxed Stories Gallery This is a truly unique experience for artists and viewers alike! Housed within a vintage card catalogue, the library’s one time answer to organizing a collection of books for readers to locate on a shelf, visitors will be encouraged to discover varied artworks as they open each drawer. See website to book a viewingLocation: Loft 112 (112, 535 8th Ave. SE)$5 Theatre Sep. 8, 2021 - Nov. 7, 2021 Canadian Superstars Head to Stage West to sing along with Canadian musical greats like The Tragically Hip, Celine Dion and Shawn Mendes. Canadian Superstars—from the Nineties to Now sets out to prove that Canadians aren’t just following the trends in music, they are creating them. See website for scheduleLocation: Stage West Calgary (727 42nd Ave. SE)Prices Vary Visual Art Sep. 11, 2021 - Oct. 16, 2021 Shaping Calgary Herringer Kiss Gallery presents the most influential sculptors in Calgary, curated by Kevin Kanashiro and Deborah Herringer Kiss. This show features Walter May, Katie Ohe, Gord Ferguson, Rita McKeough, Alexander Caldwell, Ron Kanashiro, Laura Vickerson, and Blake Senini. See website for gallery hoursLocation: Herringer Kiss Gallery (101, 1615 10th Ave. SW)Free 1 2 3 … 7 ⟶ All Contest Dance Visual Art Theatre Film & Media Literary Festival Music Free Free Oct. 6, 2021 - Oct. 12, 2021 Free This Week The leaves might be mostly off the trees but Calgary’s arts community has plenty of colourful options for you to check out for free this week! From powerful, online theatre productions to live and in-person concerts, there’s something for everyone. Learn More Visual Art Oct. 1, 2021 - Oct. 31, 2021 October Exhibitions While autumn is in full swing, the month of October always brings a plethora of visual arts programming to Calgary’s arts community. From new shows and workshops to a ton of socially distanced show and sales, there’s so much to see! Learn More Free Sep. 29, 2021 - Oct. 5, 2021 Free This Week A new week brings some serious change as September wraps up and October sees a bunch of new and free events to check out. From concerts to talks to art shows, get out of the house this week and explore these offerings. Learn More Festival Sep. 23, 2021 - Oct. 3, 2021 Calgary International Film Festival Bringing together more than 175 films in-person and 60 virtually online, Calgary International Film Festival offers a lineup of the year’s most ground-breaking and must-see movies in a hybrid formula. Learn More Free Sep. 22, 2021 - Sep. 28, 2021 Free This Week Despite some cancellations and postponements, the first week of fall brings a plethora of free arts and culture events to check out including book launches, outdoor concerts, workshops, and so much more. Plan to check these out! Learn More Free Sep. 15, 2021 - Sep. 21, 2021 Free This Week The calendar is so full this week, we have no idea where to start. From Culture Days programming to streaming live theatrical performances, end your summer with a bang and check out these amazing—and free—events. Learn More Contest Sep. 10, 2021 - Sep. 12, 2021 Calgary Expo: Limited Edition Come in cosplay, or come as you are! With a special three-day celebration of all things pop culture, we’re giving away a pair of weekend passes so you can let out your inner nerd and geek out at Calgary Expo: Limited Edition. Learn More Free Sep. 8, 2021 - Sep. 14, 2021 Free This Week If you want to get out of the house and not break the bank, Calgary’s arts community has you covered. With a post-long weekend lineup, this week brings a mix of talks, music, markets, screenings, and so much more! Read on to learn more. Learn More Questions? Contact Calgary Arts Development’s communications team at 403.264.5330 ext. 211 or by email at events@calgaryartsdevelopment.com. Submit an Event
Visual Art July 30, 2021 - Nov. 28, 2021 Beyond Van Gogh: An Immersive Experience In an imaginative and immersive presentation crafted for our unique times by world renowned audiovisual designers, Beyond Van Gogh uses cutting-edge projection technology to create an engaging journey into the world of Van Gogh. See website for scheduleLocation: BMO Centre, Stampede Park (20 Roundup Way SE)Prices Vary Theatre Aug. 27, 2021 - Nov. 14, 2021 Feelin’ Groovy Stage West invites you to sit back and relax as some of the most influential singer songwriters are featured in Feelin’ Groovy – The Best of Folk Rock. This musical revue features legends like Joni Mitchell, Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young, the Mamas & the Papas, and many more! See website for scheduleLocation: Stage West Calgary (727 42nd Ave. SE)Prices Vary Visual Art Aug. 28, 2021 - Oct. 30, 2021 Sculpture Park Tours Join the Kiyooka Ohe Arts Centre as they enrich the educational experience and make contemporary visual culture accessible through Saturday guided tours of the large-scale sculptures and smaller-scale pieces situated around the property. Showtime: 1:00pm – 3:00pmLocation: Kiyooka Ohe Arts Centre & Sculpture Park (244034 Horizon View Rd. SW)$15 Festival Sep. 1, 2021 - Oct. 31, 2021 Latin American Arts & Culture Festival The festival features a visual arts exhibition, Latin American country cultural displays, a program including a large array of diverse artistic expressions including theatre, conversations, musical performances, activities for children, gastronomy demonstrations, and much more! See website for scheduleLocation: Various VenuesPrices Vary Visual Art Sep. 3, 2021 - Nov. 30, 2021 Braids in the Front, Braids in the Back Braids in the front, braids in the back was once used between the Chinese and Indigenous communities in their respective languages to refer to each other. This work by Annie Wong recalls an obscured history of mutual aid and kinship between the two. Window installationLocation: The New Gallery (208 Centre St. SE)Free Festival Sep. 7, 2021 - Nov. 30, 2021 Wordfest’s 26@26 Wordfest celebrates 26 years in 2021 with 26 of the world’s best writers paired every Tuesday! Join in for 13 crackling-smart conversations with such literary powerhouses as Hiromi Goto, Shelagh Rogers, Miriam Toews, Zoe Whittall, Omar El Akkad, Daniel Heath Justice, Kyo Maclear, and many more! See website for scheduleLocation: Stream OnlinePrices Vary Visual Art Sep. 7, 2021 - Dec. 12, 2021 The Boxed Stories Gallery This is a truly unique experience for artists and viewers alike! Housed within a vintage card catalogue, the library’s one time answer to organizing a collection of books for readers to locate on a shelf, visitors will be encouraged to discover varied artworks as they open each drawer. See website to book a viewingLocation: Loft 112 (112, 535 8th Ave. SE)$5 Theatre Sep. 8, 2021 - Nov. 7, 2021 Canadian Superstars Head to Stage West to sing along with Canadian musical greats like The Tragically Hip, Celine Dion and Shawn Mendes. Canadian Superstars—from the Nineties to Now sets out to prove that Canadians aren’t just following the trends in music, they are creating them. See website for scheduleLocation: Stage West Calgary (727 42nd Ave. SE)Prices Vary Visual Art Sep. 11, 2021 - Oct. 16, 2021 Shaping Calgary Herringer Kiss Gallery presents the most influential sculptors in Calgary, curated by Kevin Kanashiro and Deborah Herringer Kiss. This show features Walter May, Katie Ohe, Gord Ferguson, Rita McKeough, Alexander Caldwell, Ron Kanashiro, Laura Vickerson, and Blake Senini. See website for gallery hoursLocation: Herringer Kiss Gallery (101, 1615 10th Ave. SW)Free 1 2 3 … 7 ⟶ All Contest Dance Visual Art Theatre Film & Media Literary Festival Music Free Free Oct. 6, 2021 - Oct. 12, 2021 Free This Week The leaves might be mostly off the trees but Calgary’s arts community has plenty of colourful options for you to check out for free this week! From powerful, online theatre productions to live and in-person concerts, there’s something for everyone. Learn More Visual Art Oct. 1, 2021 - Oct. 31, 2021 October Exhibitions While autumn is in full swing, the month of October always brings a plethora of visual arts programming to Calgary’s arts community. From new shows and workshops to a ton of socially distanced show and sales, there’s so much to see! Learn More Free Sep. 29, 2021 - Oct. 5, 2021 Free This Week A new week brings some serious change as September wraps up and October sees a bunch of new and free events to check out. From concerts to talks to art shows, get out of the house this week and explore these offerings. Learn More Festival Sep. 23, 2021 - Oct. 3, 2021 Calgary International Film Festival Bringing together more than 175 films in-person and 60 virtually online, Calgary International Film Festival offers a lineup of the year’s most ground-breaking and must-see movies in a hybrid formula. Learn More Free Sep. 22, 2021 - Sep. 28, 2021 Free This Week Despite some cancellations and postponements, the first week of fall brings a plethora of free arts and culture events to check out including book launches, outdoor concerts, workshops, and so much more. Plan to check these out! Learn More Free Sep. 15, 2021 - Sep. 21, 2021 Free This Week The calendar is so full this week, we have no idea where to start. From Culture Days programming to streaming live theatrical performances, end your summer with a bang and check out these amazing—and free—events. Learn More Contest Sep. 10, 2021 - Sep. 12, 2021 Calgary Expo: Limited Edition Come in cosplay, or come as you are! With a special three-day celebration of all things pop culture, we’re giving away a pair of weekend passes so you can let out your inner nerd and geek out at Calgary Expo: Limited Edition. Learn More Free Sep. 8, 2021 - Sep. 14, 2021 Free This Week If you want to get out of the house and not break the bank, Calgary’s arts community has you covered. With a post-long weekend lineup, this week brings a mix of talks, music, markets, screenings, and so much more! Read on to learn more. Learn More Questions? Contact Calgary Arts Development’s communications team at 403.264.5330 ext. 211 or by email at events@calgaryartsdevelopment.com. Submit an Event
Theatre Aug. 27, 2021 - Nov. 14, 2021 Feelin’ Groovy Stage West invites you to sit back and relax as some of the most influential singer songwriters are featured in Feelin’ Groovy – The Best of Folk Rock. This musical revue features legends like Joni Mitchell, Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young, the Mamas & the Papas, and many more! See website for scheduleLocation: Stage West Calgary (727 42nd Ave. SE)Prices Vary Visual Art Aug. 28, 2021 - Oct. 30, 2021 Sculpture Park Tours Join the Kiyooka Ohe Arts Centre as they enrich the educational experience and make contemporary visual culture accessible through Saturday guided tours of the large-scale sculptures and smaller-scale pieces situated around the property. Showtime: 1:00pm – 3:00pmLocation: Kiyooka Ohe Arts Centre & Sculpture Park (244034 Horizon View Rd. SW)$15 Festival Sep. 1, 2021 - Oct. 31, 2021 Latin American Arts & Culture Festival The festival features a visual arts exhibition, Latin American country cultural displays, a program including a large array of diverse artistic expressions including theatre, conversations, musical performances, activities for children, gastronomy demonstrations, and much more! See website for scheduleLocation: Various VenuesPrices Vary Visual Art Sep. 3, 2021 - Nov. 30, 2021 Braids in the Front, Braids in the Back Braids in the front, braids in the back was once used between the Chinese and Indigenous communities in their respective languages to refer to each other. This work by Annie Wong recalls an obscured history of mutual aid and kinship between the two. Window installationLocation: The New Gallery (208 Centre St. SE)Free Festival Sep. 7, 2021 - Nov. 30, 2021 Wordfest’s 26@26 Wordfest celebrates 26 years in 2021 with 26 of the world’s best writers paired every Tuesday! Join in for 13 crackling-smart conversations with such literary powerhouses as Hiromi Goto, Shelagh Rogers, Miriam Toews, Zoe Whittall, Omar El Akkad, Daniel Heath Justice, Kyo Maclear, and many more! See website for scheduleLocation: Stream OnlinePrices Vary Visual Art Sep. 7, 2021 - Dec. 12, 2021 The Boxed Stories Gallery This is a truly unique experience for artists and viewers alike! Housed within a vintage card catalogue, the library’s one time answer to organizing a collection of books for readers to locate on a shelf, visitors will be encouraged to discover varied artworks as they open each drawer. See website to book a viewingLocation: Loft 112 (112, 535 8th Ave. SE)$5 Theatre Sep. 8, 2021 - Nov. 7, 2021 Canadian Superstars Head to Stage West to sing along with Canadian musical greats like The Tragically Hip, Celine Dion and Shawn Mendes. Canadian Superstars—from the Nineties to Now sets out to prove that Canadians aren’t just following the trends in music, they are creating them. See website for scheduleLocation: Stage West Calgary (727 42nd Ave. SE)Prices Vary Visual Art Sep. 11, 2021 - Oct. 16, 2021 Shaping Calgary Herringer Kiss Gallery presents the most influential sculptors in Calgary, curated by Kevin Kanashiro and Deborah Herringer Kiss. This show features Walter May, Katie Ohe, Gord Ferguson, Rita McKeough, Alexander Caldwell, Ron Kanashiro, Laura Vickerson, and Blake Senini. See website for gallery hoursLocation: Herringer Kiss Gallery (101, 1615 10th Ave. SW)Free 1 2 3 … 7 ⟶ All Contest Dance Visual Art Theatre Film & Media Literary Festival Music Free Free Oct. 6, 2021 - Oct. 12, 2021 Free This Week The leaves might be mostly off the trees but Calgary’s arts community has plenty of colourful options for you to check out for free this week! From powerful, online theatre productions to live and in-person concerts, there’s something for everyone. Learn More Visual Art Oct. 1, 2021 - Oct. 31, 2021 October Exhibitions While autumn is in full swing, the month of October always brings a plethora of visual arts programming to Calgary’s arts community. From new shows and workshops to a ton of socially distanced show and sales, there’s so much to see! Learn More Free Sep. 29, 2021 - Oct. 5, 2021 Free This Week A new week brings some serious change as September wraps up and October sees a bunch of new and free events to check out. From concerts to talks to art shows, get out of the house this week and explore these offerings. Learn More Festival Sep. 23, 2021 - Oct. 3, 2021 Calgary International Film Festival Bringing together more than 175 films in-person and 60 virtually online, Calgary International Film Festival offers a lineup of the year’s most ground-breaking and must-see movies in a hybrid formula. Learn More Free Sep. 22, 2021 - Sep. 28, 2021 Free This Week Despite some cancellations and postponements, the first week of fall brings a plethora of free arts and culture events to check out including book launches, outdoor concerts, workshops, and so much more. Plan to check these out! Learn More Free Sep. 15, 2021 - Sep. 21, 2021 Free This Week The calendar is so full this week, we have no idea where to start. From Culture Days programming to streaming live theatrical performances, end your summer with a bang and check out these amazing—and free—events. Learn More Contest Sep. 10, 2021 - Sep. 12, 2021 Calgary Expo: Limited Edition Come in cosplay, or come as you are! With a special three-day celebration of all things pop culture, we’re giving away a pair of weekend passes so you can let out your inner nerd and geek out at Calgary Expo: Limited Edition. Learn More Free Sep. 8, 2021 - Sep. 14, 2021 Free This Week If you want to get out of the house and not break the bank, Calgary’s arts community has you covered. With a post-long weekend lineup, this week brings a mix of talks, music, markets, screenings, and so much more! Read on to learn more. Learn More Questions? Contact Calgary Arts Development’s communications team at 403.264.5330 ext. 211 or by email at events@calgaryartsdevelopment.com. Submit an Event
Visual Art Aug. 28, 2021 - Oct. 30, 2021 Sculpture Park Tours Join the Kiyooka Ohe Arts Centre as they enrich the educational experience and make contemporary visual culture accessible through Saturday guided tours of the large-scale sculptures and smaller-scale pieces situated around the property. Showtime: 1:00pm – 3:00pmLocation: Kiyooka Ohe Arts Centre & Sculpture Park (244034 Horizon View Rd. SW)$15 Festival Sep. 1, 2021 - Oct. 31, 2021 Latin American Arts & Culture Festival The festival features a visual arts exhibition, Latin American country cultural displays, a program including a large array of diverse artistic expressions including theatre, conversations, musical performances, activities for children, gastronomy demonstrations, and much more! See website for scheduleLocation: Various VenuesPrices Vary Visual Art Sep. 3, 2021 - Nov. 30, 2021 Braids in the Front, Braids in the Back Braids in the front, braids in the back was once used between the Chinese and Indigenous communities in their respective languages to refer to each other. This work by Annie Wong recalls an obscured history of mutual aid and kinship between the two. Window installationLocation: The New Gallery (208 Centre St. SE)Free Festival Sep. 7, 2021 - Nov. 30, 2021 Wordfest’s 26@26 Wordfest celebrates 26 years in 2021 with 26 of the world’s best writers paired every Tuesday! Join in for 13 crackling-smart conversations with such literary powerhouses as Hiromi Goto, Shelagh Rogers, Miriam Toews, Zoe Whittall, Omar El Akkad, Daniel Heath Justice, Kyo Maclear, and many more! See website for scheduleLocation: Stream OnlinePrices Vary Visual Art Sep. 7, 2021 - Dec. 12, 2021 The Boxed Stories Gallery This is a truly unique experience for artists and viewers alike! Housed within a vintage card catalogue, the library’s one time answer to organizing a collection of books for readers to locate on a shelf, visitors will be encouraged to discover varied artworks as they open each drawer. See website to book a viewingLocation: Loft 112 (112, 535 8th Ave. SE)$5 Theatre Sep. 8, 2021 - Nov. 7, 2021 Canadian Superstars Head to Stage West to sing along with Canadian musical greats like The Tragically Hip, Celine Dion and Shawn Mendes. Canadian Superstars—from the Nineties to Now sets out to prove that Canadians aren’t just following the trends in music, they are creating them. See website for scheduleLocation: Stage West Calgary (727 42nd Ave. SE)Prices Vary Visual Art Sep. 11, 2021 - Oct. 16, 2021 Shaping Calgary Herringer Kiss Gallery presents the most influential sculptors in Calgary, curated by Kevin Kanashiro and Deborah Herringer Kiss. This show features Walter May, Katie Ohe, Gord Ferguson, Rita McKeough, Alexander Caldwell, Ron Kanashiro, Laura Vickerson, and Blake Senini. See website for gallery hoursLocation: Herringer Kiss Gallery (101, 1615 10th Ave. SW)Free 1 2 3 … 7 ⟶ All Contest Dance Visual Art Theatre Film & Media Literary Festival Music Free Free Oct. 6, 2021 - Oct. 12, 2021 Free This Week The leaves might be mostly off the trees but Calgary’s arts community has plenty of colourful options for you to check out for free this week! From powerful, online theatre productions to live and in-person concerts, there’s something for everyone. Learn More Visual Art Oct. 1, 2021 - Oct. 31, 2021 October Exhibitions While autumn is in full swing, the month of October always brings a plethora of visual arts programming to Calgary’s arts community. From new shows and workshops to a ton of socially distanced show and sales, there’s so much to see! Learn More Free Sep. 29, 2021 - Oct. 5, 2021 Free This Week A new week brings some serious change as September wraps up and October sees a bunch of new and free events to check out. From concerts to talks to art shows, get out of the house this week and explore these offerings. Learn More Festival Sep. 23, 2021 - Oct. 3, 2021 Calgary International Film Festival Bringing together more than 175 films in-person and 60 virtually online, Calgary International Film Festival offers a lineup of the year’s most ground-breaking and must-see movies in a hybrid formula. Learn More Free Sep. 22, 2021 - Sep. 28, 2021 Free This Week Despite some cancellations and postponements, the first week of fall brings a plethora of free arts and culture events to check out including book launches, outdoor concerts, workshops, and so much more. Plan to check these out! Learn More Free Sep. 15, 2021 - Sep. 21, 2021 Free This Week The calendar is so full this week, we have no idea where to start. From Culture Days programming to streaming live theatrical performances, end your summer with a bang and check out these amazing—and free—events. Learn More Contest Sep. 10, 2021 - Sep. 12, 2021 Calgary Expo: Limited Edition Come in cosplay, or come as you are! With a special three-day celebration of all things pop culture, we’re giving away a pair of weekend passes so you can let out your inner nerd and geek out at Calgary Expo: Limited Edition. Learn More Free Sep. 8, 2021 - Sep. 14, 2021 Free This Week If you want to get out of the house and not break the bank, Calgary’s arts community has you covered. With a post-long weekend lineup, this week brings a mix of talks, music, markets, screenings, and so much more! Read on to learn more. Learn More Questions? Contact Calgary Arts Development’s communications team at 403.264.5330 ext. 211 or by email at events@calgaryartsdevelopment.com. Submit an Event
Festival Sep. 1, 2021 - Oct. 31, 2021 Latin American Arts & Culture Festival The festival features a visual arts exhibition, Latin American country cultural displays, a program including a large array of diverse artistic expressions including theatre, conversations, musical performances, activities for children, gastronomy demonstrations, and much more! See website for scheduleLocation: Various VenuesPrices Vary Visual Art Sep. 3, 2021 - Nov. 30, 2021 Braids in the Front, Braids in the Back Braids in the front, braids in the back was once used between the Chinese and Indigenous communities in their respective languages to refer to each other. This work by Annie Wong recalls an obscured history of mutual aid and kinship between the two. Window installationLocation: The New Gallery (208 Centre St. SE)Free Festival Sep. 7, 2021 - Nov. 30, 2021 Wordfest’s 26@26 Wordfest celebrates 26 years in 2021 with 26 of the world’s best writers paired every Tuesday! Join in for 13 crackling-smart conversations with such literary powerhouses as Hiromi Goto, Shelagh Rogers, Miriam Toews, Zoe Whittall, Omar El Akkad, Daniel Heath Justice, Kyo Maclear, and many more! See website for scheduleLocation: Stream OnlinePrices Vary Visual Art Sep. 7, 2021 - Dec. 12, 2021 The Boxed Stories Gallery This is a truly unique experience for artists and viewers alike! Housed within a vintage card catalogue, the library’s one time answer to organizing a collection of books for readers to locate on a shelf, visitors will be encouraged to discover varied artworks as they open each drawer. See website to book a viewingLocation: Loft 112 (112, 535 8th Ave. SE)$5 Theatre Sep. 8, 2021 - Nov. 7, 2021 Canadian Superstars Head to Stage West to sing along with Canadian musical greats like The Tragically Hip, Celine Dion and Shawn Mendes. Canadian Superstars—from the Nineties to Now sets out to prove that Canadians aren’t just following the trends in music, they are creating them. See website for scheduleLocation: Stage West Calgary (727 42nd Ave. SE)Prices Vary Visual Art Sep. 11, 2021 - Oct. 16, 2021 Shaping Calgary Herringer Kiss Gallery presents the most influential sculptors in Calgary, curated by Kevin Kanashiro and Deborah Herringer Kiss. This show features Walter May, Katie Ohe, Gord Ferguson, Rita McKeough, Alexander Caldwell, Ron Kanashiro, Laura Vickerson, and Blake Senini. See website for gallery hoursLocation: Herringer Kiss Gallery (101, 1615 10th Ave. SW)Free 1 2 3 … 7 ⟶ All Contest Dance Visual Art Theatre Film & Media Literary Festival Music Free Free Oct. 6, 2021 - Oct. 12, 2021 Free This Week The leaves might be mostly off the trees but Calgary’s arts community has plenty of colourful options for you to check out for free this week! From powerful, online theatre productions to live and in-person concerts, there’s something for everyone. Learn More Visual Art Oct. 1, 2021 - Oct. 31, 2021 October Exhibitions While autumn is in full swing, the month of October always brings a plethora of visual arts programming to Calgary’s arts community. From new shows and workshops to a ton of socially distanced show and sales, there’s so much to see! Learn More Free Sep. 29, 2021 - Oct. 5, 2021 Free This Week A new week brings some serious change as September wraps up and October sees a bunch of new and free events to check out. From concerts to talks to art shows, get out of the house this week and explore these offerings. Learn More Festival Sep. 23, 2021 - Oct. 3, 2021 Calgary International Film Festival Bringing together more than 175 films in-person and 60 virtually online, Calgary International Film Festival offers a lineup of the year’s most ground-breaking and must-see movies in a hybrid formula. Learn More Free Sep. 22, 2021 - Sep. 28, 2021 Free This Week Despite some cancellations and postponements, the first week of fall brings a plethora of free arts and culture events to check out including book launches, outdoor concerts, workshops, and so much more. Plan to check these out! Learn More Free Sep. 15, 2021 - Sep. 21, 2021 Free This Week The calendar is so full this week, we have no idea where to start. From Culture Days programming to streaming live theatrical performances, end your summer with a bang and check out these amazing—and free—events. Learn More Contest Sep. 10, 2021 - Sep. 12, 2021 Calgary Expo: Limited Edition Come in cosplay, or come as you are! With a special three-day celebration of all things pop culture, we’re giving away a pair of weekend passes so you can let out your inner nerd and geek out at Calgary Expo: Limited Edition. Learn More Free Sep. 8, 2021 - Sep. 14, 2021 Free This Week If you want to get out of the house and not break the bank, Calgary’s arts community has you covered. With a post-long weekend lineup, this week brings a mix of talks, music, markets, screenings, and so much more! Read on to learn more. Learn More Questions? Contact Calgary Arts Development’s communications team at 403.264.5330 ext. 211 or by email at events@calgaryartsdevelopment.com. Submit an Event
Visual Art Sep. 3, 2021 - Nov. 30, 2021 Braids in the Front, Braids in the Back Braids in the front, braids in the back was once used between the Chinese and Indigenous communities in their respective languages to refer to each other. This work by Annie Wong recalls an obscured history of mutual aid and kinship between the two. Window installationLocation: The New Gallery (208 Centre St. SE)Free Festival Sep. 7, 2021 - Nov. 30, 2021 Wordfest’s 26@26 Wordfest celebrates 26 years in 2021 with 26 of the world’s best writers paired every Tuesday! Join in for 13 crackling-smart conversations with such literary powerhouses as Hiromi Goto, Shelagh Rogers, Miriam Toews, Zoe Whittall, Omar El Akkad, Daniel Heath Justice, Kyo Maclear, and many more! See website for scheduleLocation: Stream OnlinePrices Vary Visual Art Sep. 7, 2021 - Dec. 12, 2021 The Boxed Stories Gallery This is a truly unique experience for artists and viewers alike! Housed within a vintage card catalogue, the library’s one time answer to organizing a collection of books for readers to locate on a shelf, visitors will be encouraged to discover varied artworks as they open each drawer. See website to book a viewingLocation: Loft 112 (112, 535 8th Ave. SE)$5 Theatre Sep. 8, 2021 - Nov. 7, 2021 Canadian Superstars Head to Stage West to sing along with Canadian musical greats like The Tragically Hip, Celine Dion and Shawn Mendes. Canadian Superstars—from the Nineties to Now sets out to prove that Canadians aren’t just following the trends in music, they are creating them. See website for scheduleLocation: Stage West Calgary (727 42nd Ave. SE)Prices Vary Visual Art Sep. 11, 2021 - Oct. 16, 2021 Shaping Calgary Herringer Kiss Gallery presents the most influential sculptors in Calgary, curated by Kevin Kanashiro and Deborah Herringer Kiss. This show features Walter May, Katie Ohe, Gord Ferguson, Rita McKeough, Alexander Caldwell, Ron Kanashiro, Laura Vickerson, and Blake Senini. See website for gallery hoursLocation: Herringer Kiss Gallery (101, 1615 10th Ave. SW)Free 1 2 3 … 7 ⟶ All Contest Dance Visual Art Theatre Film & Media Literary Festival Music Free Free Oct. 6, 2021 - Oct. 12, 2021 Free This Week The leaves might be mostly off the trees but Calgary’s arts community has plenty of colourful options for you to check out for free this week! From powerful, online theatre productions to live and in-person concerts, there’s something for everyone. Learn More Visual Art Oct. 1, 2021 - Oct. 31, 2021 October Exhibitions While autumn is in full swing, the month of October always brings a plethora of visual arts programming to Calgary’s arts community. From new shows and workshops to a ton of socially distanced show and sales, there’s so much to see! Learn More Free Sep. 29, 2021 - Oct. 5, 2021 Free This Week A new week brings some serious change as September wraps up and October sees a bunch of new and free events to check out. From concerts to talks to art shows, get out of the house this week and explore these offerings. Learn More Festival Sep. 23, 2021 - Oct. 3, 2021 Calgary International Film Festival Bringing together more than 175 films in-person and 60 virtually online, Calgary International Film Festival offers a lineup of the year’s most ground-breaking and must-see movies in a hybrid formula. Learn More Free Sep. 22, 2021 - Sep. 28, 2021 Free This Week Despite some cancellations and postponements, the first week of fall brings a plethora of free arts and culture events to check out including book launches, outdoor concerts, workshops, and so much more. Plan to check these out! Learn More Free Sep. 15, 2021 - Sep. 21, 2021 Free This Week The calendar is so full this week, we have no idea where to start. From Culture Days programming to streaming live theatrical performances, end your summer with a bang and check out these amazing—and free—events. Learn More Contest Sep. 10, 2021 - Sep. 12, 2021 Calgary Expo: Limited Edition Come in cosplay, or come as you are! With a special three-day celebration of all things pop culture, we’re giving away a pair of weekend passes so you can let out your inner nerd and geek out at Calgary Expo: Limited Edition. Learn More Free Sep. 8, 2021 - Sep. 14, 2021 Free This Week If you want to get out of the house and not break the bank, Calgary’s arts community has you covered. With a post-long weekend lineup, this week brings a mix of talks, music, markets, screenings, and so much more! Read on to learn more. Learn More Questions? Contact Calgary Arts Development’s communications team at 403.264.5330 ext. 211 or by email at events@calgaryartsdevelopment.com. Submit an Event
Festival Sep. 7, 2021 - Nov. 30, 2021 Wordfest’s 26@26 Wordfest celebrates 26 years in 2021 with 26 of the world’s best writers paired every Tuesday! Join in for 13 crackling-smart conversations with such literary powerhouses as Hiromi Goto, Shelagh Rogers, Miriam Toews, Zoe Whittall, Omar El Akkad, Daniel Heath Justice, Kyo Maclear, and many more! See website for scheduleLocation: Stream OnlinePrices Vary Visual Art Sep. 7, 2021 - Dec. 12, 2021 The Boxed Stories Gallery This is a truly unique experience for artists and viewers alike! Housed within a vintage card catalogue, the library’s one time answer to organizing a collection of books for readers to locate on a shelf, visitors will be encouraged to discover varied artworks as they open each drawer. See website to book a viewingLocation: Loft 112 (112, 535 8th Ave. SE)$5 Theatre Sep. 8, 2021 - Nov. 7, 2021 Canadian Superstars Head to Stage West to sing along with Canadian musical greats like The Tragically Hip, Celine Dion and Shawn Mendes. Canadian Superstars—from the Nineties to Now sets out to prove that Canadians aren’t just following the trends in music, they are creating them. See website for scheduleLocation: Stage West Calgary (727 42nd Ave. SE)Prices Vary Visual Art Sep. 11, 2021 - Oct. 16, 2021 Shaping Calgary Herringer Kiss Gallery presents the most influential sculptors in Calgary, curated by Kevin Kanashiro and Deborah Herringer Kiss. This show features Walter May, Katie Ohe, Gord Ferguson, Rita McKeough, Alexander Caldwell, Ron Kanashiro, Laura Vickerson, and Blake Senini. See website for gallery hoursLocation: Herringer Kiss Gallery (101, 1615 10th Ave. SW)Free 1 2 3 … 7 ⟶ All Contest Dance Visual Art Theatre Film & Media Literary Festival Music Free Free Oct. 6, 2021 - Oct. 12, 2021 Free This Week The leaves might be mostly off the trees but Calgary’s arts community has plenty of colourful options for you to check out for free this week! From powerful, online theatre productions to live and in-person concerts, there’s something for everyone. Learn More Visual Art Oct. 1, 2021 - Oct. 31, 2021 October Exhibitions While autumn is in full swing, the month of October always brings a plethora of visual arts programming to Calgary’s arts community. From new shows and workshops to a ton of socially distanced show and sales, there’s so much to see! Learn More Free Sep. 29, 2021 - Oct. 5, 2021 Free This Week A new week brings some serious change as September wraps up and October sees a bunch of new and free events to check out. From concerts to talks to art shows, get out of the house this week and explore these offerings. Learn More Festival Sep. 23, 2021 - Oct. 3, 2021 Calgary International Film Festival Bringing together more than 175 films in-person and 60 virtually online, Calgary International Film Festival offers a lineup of the year’s most ground-breaking and must-see movies in a hybrid formula. Learn More Free Sep. 22, 2021 - Sep. 28, 2021 Free This Week Despite some cancellations and postponements, the first week of fall brings a plethora of free arts and culture events to check out including book launches, outdoor concerts, workshops, and so much more. Plan to check these out! Learn More Free Sep. 15, 2021 - Sep. 21, 2021 Free This Week The calendar is so full this week, we have no idea where to start. From Culture Days programming to streaming live theatrical performances, end your summer with a bang and check out these amazing—and free—events. Learn More Contest Sep. 10, 2021 - Sep. 12, 2021 Calgary Expo: Limited Edition Come in cosplay, or come as you are! With a special three-day celebration of all things pop culture, we’re giving away a pair of weekend passes so you can let out your inner nerd and geek out at Calgary Expo: Limited Edition. Learn More Free Sep. 8, 2021 - Sep. 14, 2021 Free This Week If you want to get out of the house and not break the bank, Calgary’s arts community has you covered. With a post-long weekend lineup, this week brings a mix of talks, music, markets, screenings, and so much more! Read on to learn more. Learn More Questions? Contact Calgary Arts Development’s communications team at 403.264.5330 ext. 211 or by email at events@calgaryartsdevelopment.com. Submit an Event
Visual Art Sep. 7, 2021 - Dec. 12, 2021 The Boxed Stories Gallery This is a truly unique experience for artists and viewers alike! Housed within a vintage card catalogue, the library’s one time answer to organizing a collection of books for readers to locate on a shelf, visitors will be encouraged to discover varied artworks as they open each drawer. See website to book a viewingLocation: Loft 112 (112, 535 8th Ave. SE)$5 Theatre Sep. 8, 2021 - Nov. 7, 2021 Canadian Superstars Head to Stage West to sing along with Canadian musical greats like The Tragically Hip, Celine Dion and Shawn Mendes. Canadian Superstars—from the Nineties to Now sets out to prove that Canadians aren’t just following the trends in music, they are creating them. See website for scheduleLocation: Stage West Calgary (727 42nd Ave. SE)Prices Vary Visual Art Sep. 11, 2021 - Oct. 16, 2021 Shaping Calgary Herringer Kiss Gallery presents the most influential sculptors in Calgary, curated by Kevin Kanashiro and Deborah Herringer Kiss. This show features Walter May, Katie Ohe, Gord Ferguson, Rita McKeough, Alexander Caldwell, Ron Kanashiro, Laura Vickerson, and Blake Senini. See website for gallery hoursLocation: Herringer Kiss Gallery (101, 1615 10th Ave. SW)Free 1 2 3 … 7 ⟶ All Contest Dance Visual Art Theatre Film & Media Literary Festival Music Free Free Oct. 6, 2021 - Oct. 12, 2021 Free This Week The leaves might be mostly off the trees but Calgary’s arts community has plenty of colourful options for you to check out for free this week! From powerful, online theatre productions to live and in-person concerts, there’s something for everyone. Learn More Visual Art Oct. 1, 2021 - Oct. 31, 2021 October Exhibitions While autumn is in full swing, the month of October always brings a plethora of visual arts programming to Calgary’s arts community. From new shows and workshops to a ton of socially distanced show and sales, there’s so much to see! Learn More Free Sep. 29, 2021 - Oct. 5, 2021 Free This Week A new week brings some serious change as September wraps up and October sees a bunch of new and free events to check out. From concerts to talks to art shows, get out of the house this week and explore these offerings. Learn More Festival Sep. 23, 2021 - Oct. 3, 2021 Calgary International Film Festival Bringing together more than 175 films in-person and 60 virtually online, Calgary International Film Festival offers a lineup of the year’s most ground-breaking and must-see movies in a hybrid formula. Learn More Free Sep. 22, 2021 - Sep. 28, 2021 Free This Week Despite some cancellations and postponements, the first week of fall brings a plethora of free arts and culture events to check out including book launches, outdoor concerts, workshops, and so much more. Plan to check these out! Learn More Free Sep. 15, 2021 - Sep. 21, 2021 Free This Week The calendar is so full this week, we have no idea where to start. From Culture Days programming to streaming live theatrical performances, end your summer with a bang and check out these amazing—and free—events. Learn More Contest Sep. 10, 2021 - Sep. 12, 2021 Calgary Expo: Limited Edition Come in cosplay, or come as you are! With a special three-day celebration of all things pop culture, we’re giving away a pair of weekend passes so you can let out your inner nerd and geek out at Calgary Expo: Limited Edition. Learn More Free Sep. 8, 2021 - Sep. 14, 2021 Free This Week If you want to get out of the house and not break the bank, Calgary’s arts community has you covered. With a post-long weekend lineup, this week brings a mix of talks, music, markets, screenings, and so much more! Read on to learn more. Learn More Questions? Contact Calgary Arts Development’s communications team at 403.264.5330 ext. 211 or by email at events@calgaryartsdevelopment.com. Submit an Event
Theatre Sep. 8, 2021 - Nov. 7, 2021 Canadian Superstars Head to Stage West to sing along with Canadian musical greats like The Tragically Hip, Celine Dion and Shawn Mendes. Canadian Superstars—from the Nineties to Now sets out to prove that Canadians aren’t just following the trends in music, they are creating them. See website for scheduleLocation: Stage West Calgary (727 42nd Ave. SE)Prices Vary Visual Art Sep. 11, 2021 - Oct. 16, 2021 Shaping Calgary Herringer Kiss Gallery presents the most influential sculptors in Calgary, curated by Kevin Kanashiro and Deborah Herringer Kiss. This show features Walter May, Katie Ohe, Gord Ferguson, Rita McKeough, Alexander Caldwell, Ron Kanashiro, Laura Vickerson, and Blake Senini. See website for gallery hoursLocation: Herringer Kiss Gallery (101, 1615 10th Ave. SW)Free 1 2 3 … 7 ⟶ All Contest Dance Visual Art Theatre Film & Media Literary Festival Music Free Free Oct. 6, 2021 - Oct. 12, 2021 Free This Week The leaves might be mostly off the trees but Calgary’s arts community has plenty of colourful options for you to check out for free this week! From powerful, online theatre productions to live and in-person concerts, there’s something for everyone. Learn More Visual Art Oct. 1, 2021 - Oct. 31, 2021 October Exhibitions While autumn is in full swing, the month of October always brings a plethora of visual arts programming to Calgary’s arts community. From new shows and workshops to a ton of socially distanced show and sales, there’s so much to see! Learn More Free Sep. 29, 2021 - Oct. 5, 2021 Free This Week A new week brings some serious change as September wraps up and October sees a bunch of new and free events to check out. From concerts to talks to art shows, get out of the house this week and explore these offerings. Learn More Festival Sep. 23, 2021 - Oct. 3, 2021 Calgary International Film Festival Bringing together more than 175 films in-person and 60 virtually online, Calgary International Film Festival offers a lineup of the year’s most ground-breaking and must-see movies in a hybrid formula. Learn More Free Sep. 22, 2021 - Sep. 28, 2021 Free This Week Despite some cancellations and postponements, the first week of fall brings a plethora of free arts and culture events to check out including book launches, outdoor concerts, workshops, and so much more. Plan to check these out! Learn More Free Sep. 15, 2021 - Sep. 21, 2021 Free This Week The calendar is so full this week, we have no idea where to start. From Culture Days programming to streaming live theatrical performances, end your summer with a bang and check out these amazing—and free—events. Learn More Contest Sep. 10, 2021 - Sep. 12, 2021 Calgary Expo: Limited Edition Come in cosplay, or come as you are! With a special three-day celebration of all things pop culture, we’re giving away a pair of weekend passes so you can let out your inner nerd and geek out at Calgary Expo: Limited Edition. Learn More Free Sep. 8, 2021 - Sep. 14, 2021 Free This Week If you want to get out of the house and not break the bank, Calgary’s arts community has you covered. With a post-long weekend lineup, this week brings a mix of talks, music, markets, screenings, and so much more! Read on to learn more. Learn More Questions? Contact Calgary Arts Development’s communications team at 403.264.5330 ext. 211 or by email at events@calgaryartsdevelopment.com. Submit an Event
Visual Art Sep. 11, 2021 - Oct. 16, 2021 Shaping Calgary Herringer Kiss Gallery presents the most influential sculptors in Calgary, curated by Kevin Kanashiro and Deborah Herringer Kiss. This show features Walter May, Katie Ohe, Gord Ferguson, Rita McKeough, Alexander Caldwell, Ron Kanashiro, Laura Vickerson, and Blake Senini. See website for gallery hoursLocation: Herringer Kiss Gallery (101, 1615 10th Ave. SW)Free 1 2 3 … 7 ⟶
Free Oct. 6, 2021 - Oct. 12, 2021 Free This Week The leaves might be mostly off the trees but Calgary’s arts community has plenty of colourful options for you to check out for free this week! From powerful, online theatre productions to live and in-person concerts, there’s something for everyone. Learn More Visual Art Oct. 1, 2021 - Oct. 31, 2021 October Exhibitions While autumn is in full swing, the month of October always brings a plethora of visual arts programming to Calgary’s arts community. From new shows and workshops to a ton of socially distanced show and sales, there’s so much to see! Learn More Free Sep. 29, 2021 - Oct. 5, 2021 Free This Week A new week brings some serious change as September wraps up and October sees a bunch of new and free events to check out. From concerts to talks to art shows, get out of the house this week and explore these offerings. Learn More Festival Sep. 23, 2021 - Oct. 3, 2021 Calgary International Film Festival Bringing together more than 175 films in-person and 60 virtually online, Calgary International Film Festival offers a lineup of the year’s most ground-breaking and must-see movies in a hybrid formula. Learn More Free Sep. 22, 2021 - Sep. 28, 2021 Free This Week Despite some cancellations and postponements, the first week of fall brings a plethora of free arts and culture events to check out including book launches, outdoor concerts, workshops, and so much more. Plan to check these out! Learn More Free Sep. 15, 2021 - Sep. 21, 2021 Free This Week The calendar is so full this week, we have no idea where to start. From Culture Days programming to streaming live theatrical performances, end your summer with a bang and check out these amazing—and free—events. Learn More Contest Sep. 10, 2021 - Sep. 12, 2021 Calgary Expo: Limited Edition Come in cosplay, or come as you are! With a special three-day celebration of all things pop culture, we’re giving away a pair of weekend passes so you can let out your inner nerd and geek out at Calgary Expo: Limited Edition. Learn More Free Sep. 8, 2021 - Sep. 14, 2021 Free This Week If you want to get out of the house and not break the bank, Calgary’s arts community has you covered. With a post-long weekend lineup, this week brings a mix of talks, music, markets, screenings, and so much more! Read on to learn more. Learn More Questions? Contact Calgary Arts Development’s communications team at 403.264.5330 ext. 211 or by email at events@calgaryartsdevelopment.com. Submit an Event
Visual Art Oct. 1, 2021 - Oct. 31, 2021 October Exhibitions While autumn is in full swing, the month of October always brings a plethora of visual arts programming to Calgary’s arts community. From new shows and workshops to a ton of socially distanced show and sales, there’s so much to see! Learn More Free Sep. 29, 2021 - Oct. 5, 2021 Free This Week A new week brings some serious change as September wraps up and October sees a bunch of new and free events to check out. From concerts to talks to art shows, get out of the house this week and explore these offerings. Learn More Festival Sep. 23, 2021 - Oct. 3, 2021 Calgary International Film Festival Bringing together more than 175 films in-person and 60 virtually online, Calgary International Film Festival offers a lineup of the year’s most ground-breaking and must-see movies in a hybrid formula. Learn More Free Sep. 22, 2021 - Sep. 28, 2021 Free This Week Despite some cancellations and postponements, the first week of fall brings a plethora of free arts and culture events to check out including book launches, outdoor concerts, workshops, and so much more. Plan to check these out! Learn More Free Sep. 15, 2021 - Sep. 21, 2021 Free This Week The calendar is so full this week, we have no idea where to start. From Culture Days programming to streaming live theatrical performances, end your summer with a bang and check out these amazing—and free—events. Learn More Contest Sep. 10, 2021 - Sep. 12, 2021 Calgary Expo: Limited Edition Come in cosplay, or come as you are! With a special three-day celebration of all things pop culture, we’re giving away a pair of weekend passes so you can let out your inner nerd and geek out at Calgary Expo: Limited Edition. Learn More Free Sep. 8, 2021 - Sep. 14, 2021 Free This Week If you want to get out of the house and not break the bank, Calgary’s arts community has you covered. With a post-long weekend lineup, this week brings a mix of talks, music, markets, screenings, and so much more! Read on to learn more. Learn More Questions? Contact Calgary Arts Development’s communications team at 403.264.5330 ext. 211 or by email at events@calgaryartsdevelopment.com. Submit an Event
Free Sep. 29, 2021 - Oct. 5, 2021 Free This Week A new week brings some serious change as September wraps up and October sees a bunch of new and free events to check out. From concerts to talks to art shows, get out of the house this week and explore these offerings. Learn More Festival Sep. 23, 2021 - Oct. 3, 2021 Calgary International Film Festival Bringing together more than 175 films in-person and 60 virtually online, Calgary International Film Festival offers a lineup of the year’s most ground-breaking and must-see movies in a hybrid formula. Learn More Free Sep. 22, 2021 - Sep. 28, 2021 Free This Week Despite some cancellations and postponements, the first week of fall brings a plethora of free arts and culture events to check out including book launches, outdoor concerts, workshops, and so much more. Plan to check these out! Learn More Free Sep. 15, 2021 - Sep. 21, 2021 Free This Week The calendar is so full this week, we have no idea where to start. From Culture Days programming to streaming live theatrical performances, end your summer with a bang and check out these amazing—and free—events. Learn More Contest Sep. 10, 2021 - Sep. 12, 2021 Calgary Expo: Limited Edition Come in cosplay, or come as you are! With a special three-day celebration of all things pop culture, we’re giving away a pair of weekend passes so you can let out your inner nerd and geek out at Calgary Expo: Limited Edition. Learn More Free Sep. 8, 2021 - Sep. 14, 2021 Free This Week If you want to get out of the house and not break the bank, Calgary’s arts community has you covered. With a post-long weekend lineup, this week brings a mix of talks, music, markets, screenings, and so much more! Read on to learn more. Learn More Questions? Contact Calgary Arts Development’s communications team at 403.264.5330 ext. 211 or by email at events@calgaryartsdevelopment.com. Submit an Event
Festival Sep. 23, 2021 - Oct. 3, 2021 Calgary International Film Festival Bringing together more than 175 films in-person and 60 virtually online, Calgary International Film Festival offers a lineup of the year’s most ground-breaking and must-see movies in a hybrid formula. Learn More Free Sep. 22, 2021 - Sep. 28, 2021 Free This Week Despite some cancellations and postponements, the first week of fall brings a plethora of free arts and culture events to check out including book launches, outdoor concerts, workshops, and so much more. Plan to check these out! Learn More Free Sep. 15, 2021 - Sep. 21, 2021 Free This Week The calendar is so full this week, we have no idea where to start. From Culture Days programming to streaming live theatrical performances, end your summer with a bang and check out these amazing—and free—events. Learn More Contest Sep. 10, 2021 - Sep. 12, 2021 Calgary Expo: Limited Edition Come in cosplay, or come as you are! With a special three-day celebration of all things pop culture, we’re giving away a pair of weekend passes so you can let out your inner nerd and geek out at Calgary Expo: Limited Edition. Learn More Free Sep. 8, 2021 - Sep. 14, 2021 Free This Week If you want to get out of the house and not break the bank, Calgary’s arts community has you covered. With a post-long weekend lineup, this week brings a mix of talks, music, markets, screenings, and so much more! Read on to learn more. Learn More Questions? Contact Calgary Arts Development’s communications team at 403.264.5330 ext. 211 or by email at events@calgaryartsdevelopment.com. Submit an Event
Free Sep. 22, 2021 - Sep. 28, 2021 Free This Week Despite some cancellations and postponements, the first week of fall brings a plethora of free arts and culture events to check out including book launches, outdoor concerts, workshops, and so much more. Plan to check these out! Learn More Free Sep. 15, 2021 - Sep. 21, 2021 Free This Week The calendar is so full this week, we have no idea where to start. From Culture Days programming to streaming live theatrical performances, end your summer with a bang and check out these amazing—and free—events. Learn More Contest Sep. 10, 2021 - Sep. 12, 2021 Calgary Expo: Limited Edition Come in cosplay, or come as you are! With a special three-day celebration of all things pop culture, we’re giving away a pair of weekend passes so you can let out your inner nerd and geek out at Calgary Expo: Limited Edition. Learn More Free Sep. 8, 2021 - Sep. 14, 2021 Free This Week If you want to get out of the house and not break the bank, Calgary’s arts community has you covered. With a post-long weekend lineup, this week brings a mix of talks, music, markets, screenings, and so much more! Read on to learn more. Learn More Questions? Contact Calgary Arts Development’s communications team at 403.264.5330 ext. 211 or by email at events@calgaryartsdevelopment.com. Submit an Event
Free Sep. 15, 2021 - Sep. 21, 2021 Free This Week The calendar is so full this week, we have no idea where to start. From Culture Days programming to streaming live theatrical performances, end your summer with a bang and check out these amazing—and free—events. Learn More Contest Sep. 10, 2021 - Sep. 12, 2021 Calgary Expo: Limited Edition Come in cosplay, or come as you are! With a special three-day celebration of all things pop culture, we’re giving away a pair of weekend passes so you can let out your inner nerd and geek out at Calgary Expo: Limited Edition. Learn More Free Sep. 8, 2021 - Sep. 14, 2021 Free This Week If you want to get out of the house and not break the bank, Calgary’s arts community has you covered. With a post-long weekend lineup, this week brings a mix of talks, music, markets, screenings, and so much more! Read on to learn more. Learn More Questions? Contact Calgary Arts Development’s communications team at 403.264.5330 ext. 211 or by email at events@calgaryartsdevelopment.com. Submit an Event
Contest Sep. 10, 2021 - Sep. 12, 2021 Calgary Expo: Limited Edition Come in cosplay, or come as you are! With a special three-day celebration of all things pop culture, we’re giving away a pair of weekend passes so you can let out your inner nerd and geek out at Calgary Expo: Limited Edition. Learn More Free Sep. 8, 2021 - Sep. 14, 2021 Free This Week If you want to get out of the house and not break the bank, Calgary’s arts community has you covered. With a post-long weekend lineup, this week brings a mix of talks, music, markets, screenings, and so much more! Read on to learn more. Learn More
Free Sep. 8, 2021 - Sep. 14, 2021 Free This Week If you want to get out of the house and not break the bank, Calgary’s arts community has you covered. With a post-long weekend lineup, this week brings a mix of talks, music, markets, screenings, and so much more! Read on to learn more. Learn More
