Here are the events that will be happening this week in Calgary. Check out the fun and interesting events for August 2024. Every month we spend hours searching for the best Calgary local and fun events for the whole family so that you don’t have to! I deliver these events ONCE every OTHER month to my subscribers.
Thursday, August 1
+Free Music in the Park at Quinterra Legacy Garden@ Quinterra Legacy Garden in South Glenmore Park, 24 St SW from 7pm-8pm; Free
+TD Thanks You Drone Show in Calgary@ Millennium Park, 1300 9 Ave SW from 9.45pm-10.15pm; Free
Saturday, August 3
+Chasing Summer Festival – 2024@ The premiere outdoor dance music event in Western Canada returns to Calgary for its seventh anniversary…a new chase, a new experience…bigger and better than ever.Max Bell Centre Grounds, 1001 Barlow Trail SE from 2pm-11pm; Tickets – weekend: $159.95 + fees & up
+Days of Yore@ Be entertained at the largest living history festival in Central Alberta!Rosebud Park, 301 Secondary Highway 582, Didsbury from 11am-5pm; Tickets : $10 to $30
+Lantern Peace Festival@ For families, couples, and anyone who wants to be inspired by peace-seeking spirit through art and culture, the best event is this! DevonianGardens, 317 7 Ave SW 4 floorfrom 2pm-4pm; Tickets :Free
+Printmaking Workshop@ The Alberta Society of Artists presents a “Skyscape Printmaking Workshop” by Misty Ring at the ASA Art Gallery. Alberta Society of Artists Galleries, #222, 1235 – 26 Ave. SE from 1pm-3pm; Tickets : Free
+Incredible India Fest 2024@ The Westin Calgary Airport, 671 Aero Drive NE from 12pm-6pm; Tickets : FREE ADMISSION
Sunday, August 4
+Chasing Summer Festival – 2024@ The premiere outdoor dance music event in Western Canada returns to Calgary for its seventh anniversary…a new chase, a new experience…bigger and better than ever.Max Bell Centre Grounds, 1001 Barlow Trail SE from 2pm-11pm; Tickets – weekend: $159.95 + fees & up
+Days of Yore@ Be entertained at the largest living history festival in Central Alberta!Rosebud Park, 301 Secondary Highway 582, Didsbury from 11am-5pm; Tickets : $10 to $30
Monday, August 5
+Annual Heritage Day Festival@ Olympic Plaza from 12pm -6pm; Free
+Tour de Bowness Street Festival@ 6303 Bowness Rd NW from 10am-5pm; Free
+Heritage Day Tea@ Famous 5 Centre of Canadian Women, 1900 Heritage Dr. S.W from 11.30am-3.30pm; Tickets: $29:95- $49:95
Tuesday, August 6
+Tyler Childers – Mule Pull ’24 Tour@ Scotiabank Saddledome at 7.30pm; Tickets : $49.50 – $159.50+fees
+Blue Rodeo @ With Special Guests The Frontiers. The definition of a rebel is someone who goes against the grain. For close to forty years now, Blue Rodeo has taken the road less traveled – and succeeded far beyond anyone’s expectations.GreyEagleEventCentre at 8pm; Tickets : $69.99 – $129.99 + fees
+National Root Beer Float Day For A Good Cause@ Celebrate National Root Beer Float Day with The Dorian. Root beer floats will be available for a donation, with all proceeds going to support the Children’s Miracle Network.The Dorian, 525 5 Ave SW from 11am-4pm; Free
+Orientation to Hobby Beekeeping@ Highfield Regenerative Farm, 1920 Highfield Cres, SE from 6pm-8pm; Tickets : $60
Wednesday, August 7
+Chilliwack &Streetheart@ Grey Eagle Event Centre at 8pm; Tickets : $59.99 – $79.99+fees
+50th Anniversary Drive In Movie & Fireworks@ Southcentre Mall, 100 Anderson Road SE at 8.30pm; Tickets : By donation.Minimum donation of $19.74
+ Music in the Plaza- KlezMerovitz@ Klezmerovitz is Calgary-based, five-piece klezmer ensemble, featuring the award-winning of Allan Merovitz. Klezmer music is based in Eastern European, folk roots Jewish party music with elements of swing, folk and middle eastern melodies. Heritage park from 6pm-8pm; Free
Thursday, August 8
+Blue Rodeo @ With Special Guests The Frontiers. The definition of a rebel is someone who goes against the grain. For close to forty years now, Blue Rodeo has taken the road less traveled – and succeeded far beyond anyone’s expectations.GreyEagleEventCentre at 8pm; Tickets : $69.99 – $129.99 + fees
+Music in the Park @ Enjoy a performance by the local folk group The Crickettes at Quinterra Legacy Garden’s weekly Music in the Park event. Quinterra Legacy Garden, 24 St SW from 7pm-8pm; Tickets : Free
Friday, August 9
+Candlelight: Magical Movie Soundtracks @ Calgary Central Library at 6.30pm; Tickets start from $49
+Nazareth @ Grey Eagle Event Centre at 8pm; Tickets : $59.50+fees
+Gaurav Kapoor Live @ One of the funniest and most prolific stand-up acts of the recent times, Gaurav Kapoor’s Vlogs have created a fan base of their own. 1M+ on YouTube, 400K+ on Insta, an IMDB 8.2 rated special on Amazon Prime, Gaurav has proven year after year that he is funny and relatable across all formats. Flanagan Theatre, 608 1 St SW at 8pm; Tickets : $49 – $83
+Inglewood Night Market 2024 @ 10 Ave & 10 Street SE from 5pm-11pm
+Southern Alberta Music Festival @ Aspen Crossing, Mossleigh from 7pm-11pm; Tickets – Weekend Pass: $90.00.
+Franco Festival Calgary @ Olympic Plaza from 5pm-10pm; Free
+The Lord of the Rings Trivia Night @ The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland, 750 9 Ave SE from 6.30pm-8pm; Tickets : $25. Ticket price is per team. Recommended team size is 4-6 players, but groups of any size are welcome.
+Calgary Japanese Festival “Omatsuri” @ “Omatsuri” is the Japanese term for a “traditional festival”. Visitors to the festival will be treated to authentic Japanese customs, presentations of traditional music, dance & song, martial arts demonstrations, and more! Max Bell Centre, 1001 Barlow Trail SE from 7pm-11pm; Tickets : Admission: TBA.Children 6 and Under – FREE
Saturday, August 10
+Franco Festival Calgary @ Olympic Plaza from 11am-7pm; Free
+Southern Alberta Music Festival @ Aspen Crossing, Mossleigh from 10am-11pm; Tickets – Weekend Pass: $90.00.
+Calgary Japanese Festival “Omatsuri” @ “Omatsuri” is the Japanese term for a “traditional festival”. Visitors to the festival will be treated to authentic Japanese customs, presentations of traditional music, dance & song, martial arts demonstrations, and more! Max Bell Centre, 1001 Barlow Trail SE from 10am-5pm; Tickets : Admission: TBA.Children 6 and Under – FREE
+Calgary Korean Day Festival @ Lot 6, 311 8 St SW from 11.30am-9pm; Free
+Calgary Arab Festival @ Shaw Millennium Park, 1220 9Ave SW from 10am-12am; Tickets : Free
+Cavalry FC vs HFX Wanderers FC @ Canadian Premier League. Spruce Meadows, 18011 Spruce Meadows Way SW at 2pm; Tickets : $11.3 – $163+fees
+BUMP High Park Party @ Join us at the High Park rooftop for the 2024 BUMP High Park Party! Experience this vibrant urban space as five talented graffiti artists create live murals, all set to the beats of the local DJ’s along with a special open decks segment. High Park, 340 10 Ave SW 1pm-7pm; Free
+Family Fun Fair @ Granary Road, 226066 112 St W, Foothills County from 9am-5pm; Tickets – $0 – $25.95
+Art in The Garden Show and Sale @ Rosemary Bennett, 3443 Kerry Park Rd. SW from 10am-4pm; Free
Sunday, August 11
+Art in The Garden Show and Sale @ Rosemary Bennett, 3443 Kerry Park Rd. SW from 10am-4pm; Free
+Family Fun Fair @ Granary Road, 226066 112 St W, Foothills County from 9am-5pm; Tickets – $0 – $25.95
+Calgary Korean Day Festival @ Lot 6, 311 8 St SW from 11.30am-6pm; Free
+Calgary Arab Festival @ Shaw Millennium Park, 1220 9Ave SW from 10am-10.30pm; Tickets : Free
+Marda Gras Street Festival @ Marda Loop, 33rd Ave SW from 10am-5pm; Free
+Cochrane Food Fest 2024 @ Cochrane & District AG Society Grounds, 43080 Bow Valley Trail, Cochrane from 12pm-7pm; Tickets : $2 per person for $5 for a family.
Wednesday, August 14
+ Music in the Plaza- Esteban Herrera @ Esteban Herrera is a pianist, composer, arranger, producer and music director originally from Mexico, living in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. His music is an original approach to contemporary world jazz with Latin heritage, exploring odd meters and complex rhythms, letting the improvisation to lead each live session and recording. He writes the music and lyrics, arranges, plays the piano, produces and directs his albums. Heritage park from 6pm-8pm; Free
Thursday, August 15
+Steve Earle: Alone Again @ Jack Singer Concert Hall, 225 8 Ave SE at 7.30pm; Tickets : $48.00 – $82.00
+Lamb of God & Mastodon – ASHES OF LEVIATHAN TOUR @ GRAMMY® Award-nominated metal titans Lamb of God and GRAMMY® Award-winning band Mastodon announce the co-headlining Ashes Of Leviathan Tour. Scotiabank Saddledome, 555 Saddledome Rise SE at 6pm; Tickets: $47.65 – $432.50+fees
+Wordfest Presents Kathy Reichs @ It’s an exclusive, in-person Bones reunion! Not only does Calgary get to celebrate Kathy Reichs, we get to do it with Hart Hanson, the creator of the celebrated TV edition of Bones. Central Library, 800 3 Str SE from 7pm-8.15pm; Tickets : $15 – $25
+IndiYEAH! Fest – A Grand Celebration of Indian Independence Day! @ CPA Lot 6, 311 8 St SW at 5pm; Free
Friday, August 16
+Jubefest Concerts: Caity Gyorgy & Mark Limacher @ Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium from 7.30pm-9.30pm; Tickets – $26.84
+Wordfest Presents A Morning with Hart Hanson @ Memorial Park Library, 1221 2 St SW; Tickets : $10 – $20
+Sons of the East @ Remarkable independent success story. Their stellar debut album, Palomar Parade, has already seen over 60 million streams, with sold out shows at O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire London, Williamsburg Music Hall New York, Troubadour LA, Razzmatazz Barcelona, Metro Theatre Sydney, Boston, Denver & The Hague to name just a handful. Commonwealth Bar, 731 10 Ave SW at 6pm; Tickets :Varies
+Helix, Kick Axe & Killer Dwarfs @ Grey Eagle Event Centre at 8pm; Tickets : $49 – $69 + fees
+Drive-In Movie @ Come on over to Deer Valley Market Place for a night of family fun and entertainment as the Deer Ridge community in Calgary rallies to raise money for Community Food Centres Canada. Deer Valley Market Place, 1221 Canyon Meadow Drive SE from 7pm-10.30pm; Tickets : $10.00/family
+Intro to Fly Fishing with Drift Out West @ Embark on an unforgettable journey into the art of fly fishing, an immersive experience on the Bow River shores of St. Patrick’s Island. East Village, 656 Confluence Way SE from 8am-12pm; Tickets : $40
+Dnim Redefined: Goodwill Fashion Show @ Brookfield Place Plaza, 225 6 Ave SW from 12pm-1pm; Free
+The Barn After Dark… August Edition! @ Shawnessy Barn, 224 Shawmeadows Rd SW from 5pm-9.30pm; Free admission
Saturday, August 17
+The Big Bounce – Bigger Kids Sessions (ages 15 & younger) @ The Big Bounce Canada, the world’s most extraordinary inflatable theme park, combines the largest bouncy castle on the planet with multitudes of activities for all ages. Come and experience an unforgettable moment of amazing, family-friendly fun! 18011 Spruce Meadows Way SW at 12pm and 3.30pm; Tickets $48
+All Sport One Day @ Facilities Across Calgary; Free
+Western Canadian Reptile Expo @ Seven Chief’s Field House, 19 Bullhead Rd at 10 am; Tickets : $7 – $30
+WestHills Block Party @ WestHills Block Party, join us at Westhills Towne Centre for a Summer Block Party! Enjoy delicious food, live music, games, and activities for the whole family. WestHills Towne Centre, 165 Stewart Green SW from 2pm-5pm; Tickets : Entry by donation to Jumpstart
+Summer at McKenzie Lake market @ McKenzie Lake Community Association, 16198 McKenzie Lake Way SE from 9am-2pm; Tickets : No tickets required. Admission and parking are FREE.
+Chinatown Street Festival @ Chinatown, Calgary from 11am -7pm; Free
+Polar Bear Breakfast @ Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo, 210 St. George’s Drive NE from 8am-11am; Tickets – $61.00 to $79.00 +GST
+Jubefest Concerts: Martin Kerr @ Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium from 7.30pm-9.30pm; Tickets – $26.84
Sunday, August 18
+The Big Bounce – Bigger Kids Sessions (ages 15 & younger) @ The Big Bounce Canada, the world’s most extraordinary inflatable theme park, combines the largest bouncy castle on the planet with multitudes of activities for all ages. Come and experience an unforgettable moment of amazing, family-friendly fun! 18011 Spruce Meadows Way SW at 12pm and 3.30pm; Tickets $45
+Western Canadian Reptile Expo @ Seven Chief’s Field House, 19 Bullhead Rd at 10 am; Tickets : $7 – $30
+Classic Car Show @ cSPACE Marda Loop (Art Park), 1721 29 Ave SW from 1pm-3pm; Free
Tuesday, August 20
+ Heritage Park Retro Drive-In Movies @ Heritage Park-Parking lot B from 8.30pm-close; Tickets start from $55+GST
Wednesday, August 21
+Crafts & Community @ Calling all knitters, crocheters and crafters! Bring your current crafting project and cozy up with us at The Confluence for an evening of handicrafts and conversation. The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland, 750 9 Ave SE from 6.30pm-8.30pm; Tickets: $10
+Music in the Plaza – Fish Creek Concerts Presents: The Woodshed @ Heritage Park from 6pm-8pm; Free
Thursday, August 22
+Holy Forever World Tour with Chris Tomlin & Special Guest Pat Barrett @ Chris Tomlin is expanding the Holy Forever World Tour to Canada and inviting you to join. First Alliance Church, 12345 40 Str SE at 7pm; Tickets: $30 – $135+fees
+Bow After Hours – Gettin’ Fishy With It @ Bow Habitat Station, 1440 17A St SE; Tickets : $19.95-$22.95
+A&W Burgers to Beat MS Day @ Celebrate A&W Canada’s 16th annual Burgers to Beat MS Day. A&W locations, Canada
Friday, August 23
+Hozier – Unreal Unearth Tour 2024 @ Andrew John Hozier-Byrne, known professionally as Hozier, is an Irish musician, singer and songwriter. Scotiabank Saddledome, 555 Saddledome Rise SE at 7.30pm; Tickets : $49.5 – $129.50+fees
+In This Moment & Ice Nine Kills: Kiss Of Death Part 2 @ With a Grammy nomination “The In-Between,” platinum and gold record sales, multiple Top 25 entries on the Billboard Top 200 (“Black Widow” and “Ritual”), hits including “Whore,” “Blood,” and ”Adrenalize” and career streams of more than 1.3 billion, you’d think In This Moment might rest on their laurels. Grey Eagle Event Centre at 6.15pm; Tickets : $69.50+fees
+Hawaiian Party Night Market @ oin us for a tropical evening at Canyon Meadows Community Centre Get ready for a fun-filled night market featuring Hawaiian-themed vendors, delicious food trucks, and music. Canyon Meadows Community Hall, 848 Cantabrian Dr. SW from 4pm-9pm; Free
+Captain’s Cruise @ S.S. Moyie Dock, 1900, Heritage Dr SW from 6.15pm-8.15pm; Tickets : Per Person: $99.95 plus GST
+ Candlelight: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons @ Calgary Central Library at 6.30pm; Tickets start from $49
Saturday, August 24
+Jubefest presents The Heebee-jeebees @The Heebee-jeebees™ are an internationally acclaimed, award-winning, comic a cappella group born and raised in Calgary. cSpace The Market, 1721 29th Ave at 12pm; Tickets : Free
+Jersey Boulevard – Tribute to Bon Jovi + Journey @ Two Rock Legends. One Amazing Show. Experience the passion and energy of this multi-tribute band that brings the excitement of both the music of Bon Jovi and Journey to life. Meridian Central Station, 1420 Meridian Rd NE at 8pm; Tickets : $40+fees
+Marilyn Manson @ Grey Eagle Event Centre, 3775 Grey Eagle Drive at 8pm; Tickets : $89+fees
+Calgary Intercultural Festival @ Dalhousie Community Center, 5432 Dalhart Road NW from 11am-8pm; Free
+2024 Mountain Wave Classic @ The Mountain Wave Classic is the only River Surfing Competition in Western Canada. Athletes will showcase their best tricks on the Mountain wave, a standalone wave in the heart of the Rockies. Canoe Meadows, Kananaskis; Tickets : To enter the competition as an athlete: $40 per person. To camp out at Canoe Meadows: $30 per night per person. To come watch and cheer: FREE
+Cavalry FC vs Pacific FC @ Canadian Premier League. Spruce Meadows, 18011 Spruce Meadows Way SW at 3pm; Tickets : $11.30 – $161.30+fees
+Village Honda 4th Annual Honda & Acura Show & Shine @ Village Honda , 7663 110th Ave NW from 12pm-4pm; Tickets : Free for spectators – $10 for car registration
+Guided Nature Tour of The Confluence @ The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland, 750 9 Ave SE from 11am-12pm; Tickets : $15
+Okotoks Summer Round Up ft. Chili Cookoff @ Elizabeth Street, Downtown Okotoks. Happening in late August, family-themed activities take over downtown Okotoks, including the central event – a chili cook-off. From 11am – 4pm; Free
+Summer in the Park at Glacier Ridge @ Glacier Ridge, Marmot Walk NW from 12pm-4pm; Free
+The Meg – Film Screening @ The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland, 750 9 Ave SE from 6.320pm-8.30pm; Tickets : $12 + fees
Sunday, August 25
+Calgary Intercultural Festival @ Dalhousie Community Center, 5432 Dalhart Road NW from 2pm-8pm; Free
+Udit Narayan @Udit Narayan Jha is an Indian playback singer whose songs have been featured mainly in Hindi films. WinSport Event Centre, 88 Canada Olympic Road SW at 7pm; Tickets : $50 – $100
+Brewery & The Beast @ Brewery & The Beast is a premium culinary experience that features the highest quality meats through the vision of an extraordinary line-up of chefs. Fort Calgary, 750 9th Ave SE from 1pm-5pm; Tickets start from $139+gst
+ The Barn Artisan Market presents…The August Market @ Shawnessy Barn, 224 Shawmeadows Rd SW from 11am-4pm; Tickets : Free
This Month
+The Market at cSPACE Marda Loop @ cSPACE Marda Loop (Art Park), 1721-29th Avenue SW, August 24-September 28; Free
+The Great Outdoors Comedy Festival @ Prince’s Island Park, 698 Eau Claire Ave SW, August 23-25; Tickets : $69.50 to $89.50
+Halal Ribfest Calgary @ Deerfoot City, 901 64 Ave NE, August 23-25; Tickets start from $4.75
+Calgary Wind Symphony @ Riley Park, 12 Str NW, August 18-25 at 2pm; Free
+4th Street Night Market @ 4th Str @ Elbow Drive SW, August 17-September 14 from 4pm-10pm
+Summer Skirmish @ Watch re-enactments and demonstrations, Viking raids, medieval duels, gladiatorial combat, musketry and cannonades! Interact with heroes of battle dressed in spectacular period costumes and uniforms. The Military Museums, 4520 Crowchild Trail SW, August 17-18; Tickets : $0- $30
+Alberta Open Farm Days @ Various Farms, Alberta, August 17-18; Tickets : Farm visit – Free
+Jubilations Dinner Theatre: More Greased @ Sandy and Danny may have graduated, but there is still plenty of grease to go ‘round. Come back with us again to the bygone days of sock hops and bobby socks, soda jerks and super nerds… and most of all… greasers. Jubilations Dinner Theatre, 1002 37 Str SW, August 17-October 19; Tickets : $44.95-$81.95
+Country Thunder Alberta @ Enjoy you three days filled with epic country music! Fort Calgary, 750 9 Ave SE, August 16-18; Tickets: General Admission 3 day: $250 & up
+Sunflowers at Calgary Farmyard @ Bring the family out for a weekend of fun! August 15-September 2, Calgary Farmyard, 284022 Township Road 224, Rocky View County from 9.30am-4.30pm; Tickets: $21.95 +GST+FEES ONLINE, $26.50+GST AT THE FARMGATE
+Shaw Charity Classic @ The Shaw Charity Classic will host some of the greatest names in the game of golf in Calgary. Canyon Meadows Golf & Country Club, 12501 14 St SW, August 14-18; Tickets: $39 – $77
+GlobalFest: International Fireworks Festival @ Elliston Park, 1827 68 St SE, August 15-24; Tickets start from $12
+Expo Latino @ Calgary’s hottest festival Expo Latino creates experiences of discovery and learning through the celebration of people, music and dance. August 16-18; Tickets start from $35
+Carifest 2024 @ Shaw Millenium Park, August 16-18; Free
+Airdrie Ribfest @ 105 Main St SE, Airdrie. August 16-18 at 11am; Free
+Heatwave: AUArts Summer Residency Exhibition 2024 @ Come experience Heatwave, which is a group exhibition of fifteen local artists who participated in this year’s AUArts Summer Residency program! Alberta University of the Arts, 1407 14 Ave NW, August 16-September 8 at 8am; Free
+Annual Priddis and Millarville Fair @ The Priddis & Millarville Fair is one of the last great Country Fairs in Canada. Founded in 1907, the Fair today attracts more than 4000 bench entries contributed by over 500 exhibitors, contests, competitions and displays. 306097 192 St W Millarville, August 17-18 from 9am-4pm
+The Market at cSPACE Marda Loop @ cSPACE Marda Loop (Art Park), 1721-29th Ave SW, August 10-September 28 from 10am-2pm; Free
+Easy Days Pop-Up Market @ RiverWalk Plaza, Calgary, August 10-September 14 (Saturdays) from 12pm-5pm
+Alberta on the Plate @ Various Restaurants, Alberta, August 9-18
+Calgary Dragon Boat Festival @ North Glenmore Park, 7305 Crowchild Trail SW, August 9-11 at 5pm and 7am; FREE Admission
+Sake & Celebrate: 50th Anniversary Indoor Roller Rink@ Southcentre Mall, 100 Anderson Road SE, August 7-September 7; Tickets : By donation.Minimum donation of $5
+Two Weeks of Free Workouts@ Planet Fitness, 5115 17 Ave SE #130, August 5-16; Free
+Wagonstage 2024 presents: The Underlings@ Join emerging artists from the School of Creative and Performing Arts who write, design, direct, and present this popular summer performances at various locations throughout the city.VariousVenues, Calgary, August 6-20; Free
+Square Dance Rocks@Square dancing is just walking to music!. Experienced caller will introduce you to the basic steps of Today’s Square Dancing.WinstonHeightsCommunityCentre, 527 – 27th Ave NE, August 6-27; Free
+Heritage Park Retro Drive-In Movies@ Parking Lot B, 1900 Heritage Dr. S.W, August 2-27 at 8.30pm; Tickets : $55- $75
+Calgary Fringe Festival@ Enjoy uncensored, unexpected, unforgettable theatre.Various Venues, Calgary, August 2-10; Tickets – $20 per ticket ($15 plus $5 ticketing surcharge)
+Loud as Hell Festival@ LOUD AS HELL 2024 will be celebrating its twelveth edition event presented by Loud As Hell Productions, Jurassic Ink Custom Tattoo, Prairie Fire Events, and Asher Media Relations.DinosaurDownsStampedeGrounds, Drumheller, August 2-4; Tickets – Weekend: $175
+Taste of Calgary@ Taste of Calgary™, the city’s premier international food and beverage festival, takes place for its 24th year.Calgary Parking Lot #6, 311 8 Str S.W., August 1-5
+60th Anniversary Curator’s Walking Tour@ Heritage Park is celebrating it’s 60th anniversary this season and we invite you to join us for two special walking tours that will be given by Sylvia Harnden, Heritage Park’s Curator Emeritus. Heritage Plaza, 1900, Heritage Dr SW, July 30-August 13; Tickets : Ages 16+: $29.95 plus GST
+Calgary International Blues Festival@ Shaw Millennium Park, 1220 9 Ave SW, July 29-August 24; Tickets:free & ticketed, 4-Day Transferable Pass – $125 + GST
+Stories from The Confluence Daily Walking Tour@ Take a 60-minute guided walking tour around the vibrant lands at The Confluence and learn some of the many histories of this significant place, including the history of the NWMP and their contribution to the birth of the city of Calgary, the railway, and the ways that many people have used this site since time immemorial. The walk is approximately 1.5 km and covers various terrains.The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland, 750 9 Ave SE, August 1-31; Tickets : $10 + fees
+Strathmore Stampede@ Strathmore Stampede Grounds, 33 Wheatland Trail, Strathmore, August 2-5; Tickets – Free to $40.00+ charges
+Canmore Folk Festival 2024@ Centennial Park, 5 Ave, Canmore, August 3-5 at 9.30am; Tickets start from $20
+BUMP Festival@ BUMP self-guided mural tours are a perfect way to explore the murals and experience new works of art as they are being created right before your eyes. New tours will be released throughout the month of August.Beltine, Calgar, August 3-24; Free
+Tour de Bowness@ 2024 will mark the 21st edition of the Tour de Bowness. On Saturday, watch the cyclists from many great viewing points along the road course just outside of Cochrane. On Sunday , we will have having a hill climb on MacKay Road in Montgomery during the day, this years event will have a small twist ensuring the fastest will go up against each other for the title. On Monday, visit beautiful Bowness to see the racers tackle the challenging 7 turn Cory Meza Memorial Criterium!VariousVenues, Calgary, August 3-5; Free
+Wednesday boardgame night. Y NOT TODAY @ Y Not Today, 4339 Macleod Trail SW, July 3-December 25 (Wednesdays); Free
+Nooks and Crannies Festival @ Nooks & Crannies is a festival where artists create temporary site-specific installations in downtown Okotoks. Various Venues, Okotoks, July 20-August 24
+Summer Concert Series at Pixel Park @ August 2-30
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