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 Free Celebrate Canada Day with a youth music showcase at the King Eddy | Photo: Chad Schroter-Gillespie June 26, 2019 - July 2, 2019 Free This Week Celebrate the long weekend with these fantastic events Amy Jo Espetveidt Location Various Venues Price Free With the first long weekend of the summer looming large, if you’re staying in town be sure to check out these free events. There’s a chance to dive into Canada Day celebrations, lots of live music, and so much more, so you have no reason to stay home. Here’s what we’re hitting up this week. ProArts presents Duo Solista June 26, 2019, 12:10 – 12:50pm Cathedral Church of the Redeemer (604 1st St. SE) Free admission Olga Kotova and Dmitry Nesterov have played together since the age of 17 and call themselves Duo Solista to reflect their dedication to being both solo artists and life partners. Hear them perform at this free lunch hour concert from ProArts. proartssociety.ca Mexifest June 27, 2019, 12:00 – 1:00pm Stephen Avenue (120 9th Ave. SW) Free admission The awesome performances continue on the Downtown Calgary Summer Stage and this week you can get a taste of Mexifest on your lunch break. It’s sure to be a sizzling showcase. calgarydowntown.com Sissy Fit: A Queer Cabaret June 28, 2019, 7:30pm Engineered Air Theatre, Arts Commons (234 9th Ave. SE) Free admission, registration required An all-inclusive celebration of radical performances all in the name of harnessing the diversity, depth, and wild power of being queer, and being queer in Alberta, join Brett Dahl for this theatrical cabaret. artscommons.ca Lucky Sonne June 29, 2019, 6:00 – 8:00pm Stephen Avenue (120 9th Ave. SW) Free admission Head to the Downtown Calgary Summer Stage this Saturday night for a performance by Lucky Sonne. With its unique northwestern alternative indie folk style, Lucky Sonne is a genuine underground Calgary band. Don’t miss this free concert in the heart of Stephen Ave. calgarydowntown.com Hand Blown Glass Sale June 29 & 30, 2019, 12:00 – 4:00pm Bee Kingdom Glass (427 22nd Ave. NW) Free admission A great destination for free family activities, enjoy live glassblowing performances and explore this home studio full of playful, vibrant, one-of-a-kind, glass pieces. facebook.com Canada Day July 1, 2019 Various venues Free admission The City of Calgary has once again partnered with dozens of local cultural organizations to program a day filled with free, family-friendly events. Bursting with music, dance, art, and culture, the celebration includes an Indigenous Showcase on Prince’s Island Park and live music on the Tim Hortons Canada Day stage. It all wraps with a fantastic fireworks display. calgary.ca Canada Day Youth Showcase 10:00am – 6:00pm King Eddy, National Music Centre (438 9th Ave. SE) No cover Bring live music fans of all ages to the King Eddy for a family-friendly bash in celebration of Canada’s 152nd birthday. The day includes a roster of local youth performing heart-exploding sets courtesy of Major Minor Music Project, Girls Rock Camp Calgary, and School of Rock Calgary. kingeddy.ca Celebrate Canada Day July 1, 2019, 12:00 – 5:00pm Central Library (800 3rd St. SE) Free admission Celebrate Canada Day at the library and recognize the many stories of Canada. Take part in special storytimes, crafts for all ages, Indigenous games and a tipi raising, and even a road hockey game. There’s even a Canadian film festival, musical performances, tours, and pop-up poetry. facebook.com Lawn Chair Theatre July 2, 2019, 6:00 – 8:00pm Acadia School (9603 5th St. SE) Free admission Bring your lawn chair to enjoy great snacks and live entertainment for the entire family. With shows throughout the city this summer, it all kicks off in Acadia. This event is free and is open to all ages, registration is not required. Events are weather permitting and may be subject to change—call 311 if you’re curious if it’s a go. facebook.com Sunnyside Open Stage Tuesdays July 2, 2019, 6:00 – 9:00pm containR Art Park (1020 2nd Ave. NW) Free admission Every Tuesday throughout the summer, head to #SOSTuesdays for the Sunnyside Open Stage, hosted each week by Eugene Saunders and guests! Swing by to support local talent or share something yourself. facebook.com