Calgary Events

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...

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!

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...

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...

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...

Alberta Guide Dogs is having a clothing drive to raise funds to breed, raise and train Guide Dogs for blind individuals as well as Autism Support Dogs for children with moderate to profound autism. Your donated items (ie: clothing, shoes, bedding, towels and accessories) will help furry puppies grow into life-changing companions for those in...

It helps to be deliberate about how a society builds resilience. Principles need to be identified, framed, and pushed out. What are they? Diversified economies, community investment, and active citizenship, to name a few. But the most fundamental principle may also be the most elusive: belief in the value of diversity. Fail at that, and...

$15, and free for children 12 and under. How often do we take a moment, look up into the night sky and think about what we see? Do we even know what we’re looking at when we see it? For those who are interested in the stars and planets, you’ll have the opportunity to learn...

April 12 – May 5, 2018 Alberta Craft Gallery – 2nd floor Opening Reception April 12, 5-8 members and invited guests only “I search for and find metal that already holds its own history and story – then join that with other aged pieces to create a new story.” Windrum’s metal creations are made in...

Join Don’s Hobby Shop’s makeup team and special guest Amanda Tozser, of Amandamazing Art, for an evening of cosplay makeup demos on Thursday, April 12th, to make sure your Expo look is on point! Toszer is a certified makeup artist specializing in theatrical makeup and gore FX makeup and will create two unique looks –...

Join 770 CHQR live on location at the Foothills Hospital for the Foothills Hospital Home Lottery early bird deadlline.

The CMSBA in support for the Stampede Showband and Showriders is hosting a Fun Casino Night on April 13th, 2018. Join us for a funfilled night of fun casino games, wine pull, silent auction and much more all while supporting the Stampede Showband and Showriders.

Join Dave Rowe live on location at the Calgary Horticultural Society Garden Show at Spruce Meadows.

Canada’s Largest Model Train Show, is back on April 14 & 15 at the Genesis Centre. The show features over 60,000 square feet of operating model railroad layouts, displays, exhibits and much more for family fun!

The 2018 Garden Show will take place on April 14th & 15th. Open Saturday and Sunday 9am-5pm at Spruce Meadows. Welcome to the 2018 Calgary Horticultural Society’s Garden Show, proudly sponsored by greengate Garden Centres Ltd. Come out and celebrate the promise of a new growing season, pick up some tips, talk gardening with experts...

Come and Celebrate Cats at the Calgary Cat Association’s Annual Cat Show, April 14-15, 2018. This event brings together both predigreed and companion Cats for judging. The event is for Cat lovers to celebrate cat breeds and culture, while raising awarness for Important Cat rescue organizations. There will also be many vendors with products for...

Celebrate National Wildlife Week with a Wildlife Baby Shower hosted by the CWRS. Meet animal residents of the CWRS, play wild games, and much more! Activities included with a reduced admission to the Discovery Centre. Note: we kindly ask that strollers are left at home for this event. Visitors are encouraged to support the work...

Spring Art Show and Sale

April 14th 11:00-4:00 (Sat.) BOOK SIGNING with the author of The Scarlet Forest: A Tale of Robin Hood, held at Chapters Crowfoot in Calgary. Everyone welcome. The bookstore has free parking and is located at the Crowfoot mall, between Crowchild Trail and John Laurie Blvd.

Join Jock Wilson live at Bowest Appliances.

World renowned artist, Maya Eventov will be live at Editions Gallery in our Chinook Centre location on April 15 between 1 and 6 pm. Join us for our first ever show with this incredibly talented artist.

Sin & Gin is filled with Comedy, Music, Dance, Burlesque, Cabaret and more! We are happy to bring in spring and we want to invite you to an evening ‘showered’ with local and out of town entertainment. This is a perfect evening for your event – Birthdays, Anniversaries, Bachelor/Bachelorettes, and anything that you want to...