Event Directory Search for upcoming events Picks and Previews Plan ahead to check out these not-to-be-missed events All Theatre Dance Music Film & Media Visual Art Literary Festival Promotion Free Festival Lacey & Layla working at the 1st St. underpass | Photo: Funeh Aliu Aug. 28, 2019 - Aug. 31, 2019 BUMP Festival Celebrate 16 new murals in and around the Beltline with the Beltline Urban Murals Project Amy Jo Espetveidt Location Various Venues Price Free Buy Tickets They’re bright, colourful, beautiful, and you’ve probably seen them popping up all over the Beltline—the Beltline Urban Murals Project (BUMP) has returned and is celebrating 16 new pieces with this free festival. This ongoing initiative promotes public art in the form of murals in Calgary. Featuring free guided mural tours, artist talks, live music and outdoor cinema you won’t want to miss, this three-day festival is hosted by the Beltline Neighbourhoods Association. We’re going to be checking out these awesome events: Festival Kickoff Party with Artist Talk and Selci EP Release August 28, 2019, 7:00 – 11:30pm McHugh House (1515 Centre St. S) Free admission, all-ages A moderated discussion with 2019 BUMP artists followed by a live performance by Electro-R&B singer-soundscaper Selci, this Wednesday night kickoff is the perfect way to start the festival. facebook.com Artist Talk with Contemporary Calgary August 29, 2019, 7:00 – 10:00pm Contemporary Calgary, Centennial Planetarium (701 11th St. SW) Free admission, registration recommended Moderated by 2018 BUMP artist Katie Green, don’t miss this discussion with 2019 BUMP artists Luke Ramsey, Lacey & Layla, Kyle Simmers, THEKIDBELO, Reza Nik, Mary Haasyk, and RUNT. facebook.com Movie in the Park August 30, 2019, 4:00 – 11:00pm Central Memorial Park (1221 2nd St. SW) Free admission, all-ages Come down to this free outdoor screening under the stars and see the story of a tight-knit group of artistic friends who developed their own craft outside of the established art community. Curated by the Calgary Underground Film Festival, Beautiful Losers celebrates the spirit behind one of the most influential cultural moments of a generation. facebook.com Inner City Brewing Alley Party August 31, 2019, 2:00 – 10:00pm Inner City Brewing Company (820 11th Ave. SW) Free admission, all-ages Featuring family-friendly mural workshops and food trucks at one of Calgary’s finest local craft breweries, this alley party includes an incredible lineup of music featuring Sango, Jubilee, Lou Phelps and guests. facebook.com The BUMP Festival runs August 28 to 31, 2019. Head to yycbump.ca to find the full schedule.