Calgary Events

“From a waterfall to a still pond, to mist, rain, floods, the ocean: from ice to snow and Tsunami, water exists in many forms. Water makes up 98 % of all living things including us. Water makes up two thirds of the earth. It is not just what we experience externally it is a large...

It is 1642 and Hester Prynne has been branded an adulterer by her Puritan village and forced to wear the titular scarlet letter as repentance. However, in this modern adaptation, Hester is unashamed of her actions and proudly subverts society’s rigid standards put upon women to be virtuous and good. Today, as we continue to...

770 CHQR presents Theatre Calgary’s presentation of The Humans at Arts Commons Max Bell Theatre from March 6 – 31. Peer inside a duplex tenement apartment in New York City’s Chinatown as the Blake family gathers for Thanksgiving. It isn’t long until old tensions boil over and personal secrets are laid on the table. Described...

SPOTLIGHT – Taygan Crapo, Glass March 8 – April 7 Opening Reception: March 8 (5-8 PM) Alberta Craft Gallery – Calgary 2nd Floor, cSPACE – King Edward 1721 – 29 Avenue SW, Calgary SPOTLIGHT features artists who are exploring new techniques, launching or testing a new product line, or are new to the Council. A...

By Beverley Cooper Directed by Kelli Fox In a quiet little rural Canadian diner, Lucy yearns for the glitz, glamour and excitement of America’s roaring cities. Prohibition has just been lifted in Ontario, but across the border mob bosses battle for the illicit trade of alcohol. Lucy’s husband, Ron, and her daughter, Sylvia, seem content...

Call for Submission “Nocturn” PROSPECTUS The Alberta Society of Artists invites all artists in Alberta (must be 18 years of age or older) to submit to the exhibition, “Nocturn”. OVERVIEW The interpretation of the theme is up to the artist. From the MerriamWebster dictionary. “The origin and etymology of NOCTURN: Middle English nocturne, borrowed from...

A full-sized replica of Christianity’s most famous relic is expected to attract thousands of Lenten pilgrims when St. Peter’s Roman Catholic Church in Calgary hosts the Man of the Shroud Exhibit March 23 to April 10, 2018. Organized by a group of clergy and laity in Vancouver, B.C. and coordinated with the professional assistance of...

– Acceptable Bodies by Allison Tunis – Chronicles of a Contemporary Dirtbag by Jamie Kroeger Free reception April 7 from 2-4pm with artist Talks at 2 pm by Dena Seiferling and Stefanie Staples, and Allison Tunis. The event is open to the public. All are welcome! PERCH When Dena Seiferling and Stefanie (Wong) Staples first...

Discover Alberta’s wildlife and nature with us! Explore the signs of Spring through staff and self-led, hands-on Investigation Stations for all ages. These hands-on activities are included with Discovery Centre admission. Optional guided Nature Walks will also be available at an additional cost.

Stefanie Staples March 29 – May 24, 2018 Plus 15 – Arts Commons Mixed media – paper mâché, paper, wood, paint A playful representation of clouds and rain, and the necessity of both to grow flowers abundant. A nice metaphor for life!

This Easter, take a trip to The Banff Gondola to kick off the Soar into Spring festival! Take part in an Easter egg hunt at the top of Sulphur Mountain, indulge in a specially curated spring brunch at Sky Bistro and finish your exploring off with a sweet treat at the Sugar Shack! While you...

Hippity Hoppity the Easter Bunny is on its way!! Stop by Marlborough Mall on Saturday March 31 from 1 – 4pm and get a free 5 x 7 picture with the Easter Bunny. While you are there, participate in the Easter Egg Hunt and don’t forget to stop by and visit all those cute barnyard...

On Sunday, April 1 from 12 Noon – 4 p.m. head to Kensington for our fourth annual Easter in Kensington. There will be an Easter hunt, a petting zoo, and a visit from a real live Easter Bunny. Hunters can pick up their map from the white tent in front of the Plaza Theatre and...

Register Now for the Spring Birding Course Starting Monday, April 2, 2018 Increase your knowledge of fascinating bird species as they return from their wintering grounds and see them in their local habitats! Whether you are a beginner, intermediate or expert, the Spring Birding Course will help you to identify the newly arriving migrant birds, and allow...

THIS STORY WILL BE OVER IN AN HOUR. HER HOLLYWOOD DREAMS MAY BE TOO. Desperate to escape the stall-cleaning, hay-baling drudgery of 1950’s life on Rural Route 2, Peggy Ann Douglas dreams of becoming a Hollywood movie star and she is going to start her journey to the top by winning the local pageant! Can...

The GRAMMY Award winning Mira Costa Orchestra hails from Manhattan Beach, Los Angeles. Celebrating its 16th year of existence, the Chamber Orchestra is one of four orchestral ensembles at Mira Costa High School, and is comprised of select advanced string musicians. Under the direction of Mr. Peter Park, they have performed at world-renowned venues such...

The Nose Creek Valley Museum is proud to announce a NEW EXHIBIT “BUSTED” exploring the History of Policing in Airdrie & Investigation and Forensic Techniques. Join us for the Grand Opening featuring a VIP Tour, Featured Guest Speaker, Carrie Allen – Professional Medical illustrator and Forensic Artis, and a 50/50 draw. Tickets are $45.00 and...

Twisted Sisters is Calgary’s only female identifying and queer comedy showcase. We have an incredible lineup featuring Standup, Musical Comedy and Drag!

In Hot Mess, Fluorescent pink light radiates with deceptive openness while an unstoppable leak threatens to affirm the unruly desire for more. The impossible bulk of Imagination lumbers back to the sweeping, and to cleaning up after foolish mistakes made in the name of love. All the while, big red buckets collect the good intentions...

Make It is a fun, upbeat shopping experience that showcases over 135 artists, crafters, and makers from all over Canada. Our talented exhibitors (Makies) will be selling gorgeous handcrafted items made with love and intention. When you buy handmade, you’ll feel awesome knowing you’re supporting someone’s dream. We also have a beer garden, good music,...

Calgary’s newest concert series, Red Carpet Recital Series presents free noon-hour concert with bass-baritone Paul Grindlay. Paul shares and explores extraordinary, demanding and virtuosic music for the bass voice by Henry Purcell (1659-95) with Jim Picken on harpsichord. 
This is a FREE event and lunch is available for purchase for $7 following the concert. *Paul...

Brushed With Flair and Foothills Country Hospice Society are please to present the 4th Annual Art with Heart show at the scenic De Winton Community Hall. Spend an evening enjoying beautiful art from local artists, sample delicious hors d’oeuvres, listen to the sounds of classical guitar and watch two artists face off in our very...

Marlborough Mall is once again hosting their annual GownTown Sale, where graduating students can purchase a gently used grad dress for $10 each. There is a huge selection of new and used dresses in a variety of sizes and styles to suit any grad! ALL proceeds of the GownTown Sale will go to support the...

Rajesh Angral (403-400-0203) (587-892-5776) along with the collaboration of Sabrang Radio Enterprises Ltd ( Radio FM 94.7 Calgary ), I Web Guy and ACE Entertainment & Media Group are proud to organize – Vaisakhi Mela 2018 ( as celebrations of Indian New Year) in Calgary Event Hightlights: Variuos types of stalls, Booths of Businesses, Electronics,...