Here are the events that will be happening this week in Calgary. Check out the fun and interesting events for August 2025. 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!
Friday, August 1
+Calgary Fringe Festival @ Various Venues in Inglewood; An unjuried theatre festival running from August 1-9; See festival guide for specific performance times and tickets.
+YYC Ice Cream Fest @ Various Participating Cafés; This festival continues until August 17; Taste unique creations from local shops with proceeds supporting Calgary Meals on Wheels. +Broadway Across Canada: Disney’s The Lion King @ Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium; Performances run until August 17; See website for specific showtimes and ticket prices.
Saturday, August 2
+Tour de Bowness & Bowness Street Festival @ Mainstreet Bowness; This event runs from August 2-4; Watch cycling races on Saturday/Sunday and enjoy a free street festival on Monday.
+Candlelight: Tribute to Green Day @ Calgary Central Library at 6.30pm; Tickets start from $37
+Candlelight: Tribute to Taylor Swift @ Calgary Central Library at 8.30pm; Tickets start from $37
+Chasing Summer Festival @ 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: Single Day: $119.95 & up+fees. Weekend: $169.99 + fees & up
+Paws & Pints @ The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland, 750 9 Ave SE from 2pm – 10pm; Free
+Plant & Sip @ Join us for an evening of creativity, connection, and greenery! Set inside our lush greenhouse, this workshop blends hands-on planting with a relaxing social atmosphere. Blue Grass Garden Centre, 260130b Writing Creek Crescent at 4pm, Phone: (403)390-0248; Tickets: $60
+Days of Yore at Heritage Park @ Step into the past at Days of Yore — a brand-new historical experience at Heritage Park!
From Viking battles to the roar of Civil War cannons, Days of Yore brings centuries of military history to life with action-packed demonstrations, hands-on activities and interactive displays across the Park. Heritage Park, 1900 Heritage Dr SW from 10am – 5pm; Tickets: $27.95 – $39.95
Sunday, August 3
+Chasing Summer Festival @ Max Bell Centre Grounds, 1001 Barlow Trail SE from 2pm – 11pm; Tickets: Single Day: $119.95 & up+fees. Weekend: $169.99 + fees & up
+Days of Yore at Heritage Park @ Heritage Park, 1900 Heritage Dr SW from 10am – 5pm; Tickets: $27.95 – $39.95
+Celebrating the Music of Louis Armstrong on His Birthday @ Theatre 1308, 1308 Edmonton Trail NE, Calgary from 6pm – 8pm; Tickets: $30.00
+Golden Girls The Laughs Continue @ Grey Eagle Event Centre at 2pm; Tickets:
$47.25 (Plus applicable taxes & fees)
+Calgary Tyndall Fossil Discovery @ This half-day urban field trip invites participants to discover the huge variety of extraordinary, fossilized creatures in the walls of some of the buildings in inner-city Calgary. Kensington and SAIT at 1pm, Calgary, Phone: 4032832025; Tickets: By Donation
+Tango 2 Echo Fest @ This year we are bringing back Rides and Rods and the Greenview Block Party to create a big, engaging, and family-friendly festival Tango 2 Echo. Greenview Industrial, 4001 Edmonton Trail, Calgary from 10am-5pm, Phone: 403-875-5498; Free
Monday, August 4 (Heritage Day)
+Heritage Day at Heritage Park @ Heritage Park Historical Village; Celebrate Alberta’s past with special programming, live music, and historical demonstrations. Regular park admission applies.
+Tour de Bowness Street Festival @ Mainstreet Bowness; The final day of the festival features a free street fair with local vendors, entertainment, and food trucks from 10 AM to 5 PM.
+Canmore Folk Music Festival @ Centennial Park in Canmore; The final day of one of Canada’s most beloved outdoor music festivals, featuring a full day of performances. See festival website for tickets and lineup.
Tuesday, August 5
+Okotoks Dawgs Baseball Game @ Seaman Stadium in Okotoks; Cheer on the Western Canadian Baseball League’s Dawgs as they play a home game. A great family-friendly evening activity.
+Ongoing: Calgary Fringe Festival @ Various Venues in Inglewood; Catch a variety of unique and unjuried theatre shows in the evening. Check the festival guide for specific showtimes.
+Ongoing: Disney’s The Lion King @ Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium; Evening performances of the spectacular Broadway musical continue.
Wednesday, August 6
+Music at the Market @ Calgary Farmers’ Market West; Enjoy live music from local artists while you shop for fresh produce and artisan goods in the afternoon.
+Airdrie Farmers Market @ Jensen Park in Airdrie; A vibrant outdoor market running from 3:30 PM to 7:00 PM, featuring local growers, makers, and food trucks.
+Live Music at the Ironwood @ Ironwood Stage & Grill; This iconic venue often features folk, roots, and blues artists mid-week. Check their schedule for specific performers and showtimes.
Thursday, August 7
+Canmore Mountain Market @ Elevation Place in Canmore; Browse fresh produce, local crafts, and delicious food from over 60 vendors in the Bow Valley, running from 10 AM to 6 PM.
+Shakespeare On The Go @ Various Calgary Parks; A travelling, 75-minute, family-friendly production by Theatre Calgary. Check their website for the specific park location for this evening’s performance.
+Spruce Meadows ‘Masters’ CSIO5* @ Spruce Meadows; The world’s top show jumping athletes and horses begin competition for one of the most prestigious equestrian events of the year.
Friday, August 8
+Carifest Calgary – Festival Kick-Off @ Olympic Plaza; While the main parade is Saturday, the festival begins at Olympic Plaza with live music, cultural performances, and Caribbean food vendors.
+Fridays at the Farm @ Granary Road Active Learning Park; Enjoy the farmers’ market, live music, and the active learning park with extended hours for family fun.
+Ongoing: YYC Ice Cream Fest @ Various Participating Cafés; Beat the summer heat by trying a unique ice cream creation from a local shop. A portion of sales supports Calgary Meals on Wheels.
Sunday, August 10
+Marda Gras Street Festival @ Marda Loop (33rd Ave SW); Free, New Orleans-themed street festival from 10 AM to 5 PM with live music, vendors, and family activities.
+Taste of Calgary @ Downtown Calgary (Venue TBA); Sample food and drinks from local restaurants. Purchase sampling tickets on-site.
+Carifest Calgary @ Olympic Plaza; Final day of the festival celebrating Caribbean arts and culture with live music, food, and dancing.
+Broadway Across Canada: Disney’s The Lion King @ Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium; Final week of performances. Check for matinee and evening showtimes.
+YYC Ice Cream Fest @ Various Participating Cafés; This festival continues until August 17.
+Bearspaw Farmers Market @ Bearspaw Lifestyle Centre; A popular Sunday market running from 10 AM to 2 PM with local produce and crafts.
+Live Music on the Patio @ King Eddy; Enjoy a free, all-ages afternoon performance on the iconic King Eddy rooftop. +Cochrane Farmers Market @ Cochrane Ranche Historic Site in Cochrane; Open 10 AM to 2 PM, featuring vendors from the region.
Saturday, August 16
+Country Thunder Alberta @ Fort Calgary; Day 2 of the music festival with another full slate of country stars.
+GlobalFest @ Elliston Park; A third night of international fireworks, cultural pavilions, and entertainment. Gates open at 6 PM.
+Taste of Calgary @ Downtown Calgary (Venue TBA); The popular food festival continues.
+Millarville Farmers’ Market @ Millarville Racing & Agricultural Society in Millarville; A classic country market running from 9 AM to 2 PM.
+Cavalry FC Soccer Match @ ATCO Field at Spruce Meadows; Cheer on Calgary’s professional soccer team in a Canadian Premier League match.
+Inglewood Sunfest @ 9th Avenue SE in Inglewood; A free one-day street festival with vendors, food trucks, and multiple stages of live music
Continuing from July:
- Until August 17, 2025 – YYC Ice Cream Fest – at Various Participating Cafés – Continue your tour of the city’s best ice cream creations from local shops. A portion of the proceeds from each sale supports Calgary Meals on Wheels. (Family Friendly)
- Until August 17, 2025 – Broadway Across Canada: Disney’s The Lion King – at Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium – Don’t miss the final performances of the world-renowned, Tony Award-winning musical. The show brings the African savanna to life with spectacular puppetry and music. (Family Friendly)
August Festivals & Events:
- August 1-9, 2025 – Calgary Fringe Festival – at Various Venues in Inglewood – Experience a unique and unjuried theatre festival featuring a wide range of performances from local and touring artists. Shows are typically ticketed individually, allowing you to build your own schedule.
- August 2-4, 2025 – Tour de Bowness & Bowness Street Festival – at Mainstreet Bowness – Watch competitive cycling races and enjoy a free street festival on Holiday Monday (Aug 4) with local vendors, entertainment, and food. It’s a beloved community tradition. (Family Friendly)
- August 8-10, 2025 – Carifest Calgary – at Olympic Plaza & Downtown – Celebrate Caribbean arts and culture with a vibrant parade of bands downtown on Saturday, followed by a festival at Olympic Plaza. Enjoy live music, dancing, and delicious Caribbean food. (Family Friendly)
- August 10, 2025 – Marda Gras Street Festival – at Marda Loop (33rd & 34th Avenues SW) – Enjoy this free, family-friendly, New Orleans-themed street festival in the heart of Marda Loop. The event features live music, dance performances, unique shopping, and local food vendors. (Family Friendly)
- August 14-23, 2025 (select nights) – GlobalFest – at Elliston Park – Witness a spectacular international fireworks competition set to music over Elliston Park. The festival also includes the OneWorld cultural pavilions, showcasing food and entertainment from around the globe. (Family Friendly)
- August 15-17, 2025 – Country Thunder Alberta – at Fort Calgary – A massive outdoor country music festival featuring some of the biggest names in the genre. See the website for the full lineup and ticket options, including single-day and weekend passes.
- August 15-18, 2025 – Taste of Calgary – at Downtown Calgary (Venue TBA, often near Eau Claire) – Sample food and drinks from a diverse mix of Calgary’s best restaurants and beverage companies. Purchase sampling tickets on-site to taste your way through the city’s culinary scene. (Family Friendly)
- August 22, 2025 – Kings of Leon Concert – at Scotiabank Saddledome – The multi-platinum selling rock band brings their “Can We Please Have Fun World Tour” to the Saddledome. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster.
- August 23-24, 2025 – Calgary Dragon Boat Race & Festival – at North Glenmore Park – Watch teams race in colourful dragon boats on the Glenmore Reservoir at this free festival. The event also features cultural entertainment, food trucks, and a kids’ play zone. (Family Friendly)
- August 30, 2025 – Expo Latino – at Prince’s Island Park – As Western Canada’s largest Latin festival, Expo Latino celebrates culture with live music, dancing, food, and artisan markets. Immerse yourself in the passion and energy of the three pillars: Music, Dance, and Culture. (Family Friendly)
What’s Happening this Month in Calgary
+Calgary Fringe Festival @ Various Venues, Calgary, August 1 – 9, Phone: (403) 451-9726; Tickets: $2 – $20
+ Disney’s The Lion King @ Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium, July 30 – August 17 at 2.30pm and 7.30pm; Tickets: Varies by show date
+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 SW, July 31 – August 4; Tickets: Admission to the festival is free and includes a taste of Calgary’s best musical acts. Buy sampling tickets for $1 each right at the festival.Most items are between 2 to 8 tickets
+Calgary International Blues Festival @ The Confluence, 750 – 9th Ave SE, July 31 – August 3; Tickets start from $50
+Loud as Hell Festival @ Dinosaur Downs Stampede Grounds, Drumheller, August 1 – 3; Tickets: weekend tickets are $175 CAD each.
+SongStruck – Presented by the SHINE Collective @ The SHINE Collective presents “SongStruck”, an electrifying musical variety show! ATCO Performing Arts Centre, 1371 Hastings Cres SE, August 1 – 9; Tickets: $15 – $20
+Strathmore Stampede @ Strathmore Stampede Grounds, 33 Wheatland Trail, Strathmore, August 1 – 4; Tickets: $19.25 – $44.00 + fees
+BUMP Festival @ Beltine, Calgary, August 1 – 18: Free
+Bowden SunMaze @ The Bowden Sunmaze, 34530 Range Road 14, Bowden, Red Deer County, August 1 – September 15; Tickets: $7.50 to $15
+Nanton Roundup Days @ Come to Nanton for an amazing time – Fireworks, parade, duck race, rodeo and more! August 1 – 4; Various Venues, Nanton; Tickeds: Free & Ticketed
+Canmore Folk Festival @ Centennial Park, 5 Avenue, Canmore, August 2 – 4 from 9.30am– 10.45pm, Phone: 403-678-2524; Tickets start from $30
+Tour de Bowness @ Various Venues, Calgary, August 2 – 4; Tickets: Free for spectators. Register: $40 & up
+ Life Chronicles: An immersive VR journey through the Earth’s history @ CF Chinook Centre, 1st Floor, North Court, 6455 Macleod Trail from July 27 – August 31; Tickets start from $27.95
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