Here are the events that will be happening this week in Calgary. Check out the fun and interesting events for July 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.
Monday, July 1
+East Village Canada Day Street Fair @ Come join the East Village Neighbourhood Association as we host the 12th Annual ‘East Village Street Fair’ in collaboration with the Calgary Canada Day Committee. East Village along 8 Ave SE, between 6 Str & 5 Str SE + 5th Str Square from 11am-5pm; Free
+BownessFest 2024 – Canada Day Festival @ Our Lady of Assumption School Field, 7311 34 Ave NW at 10am; Free
+ Canada Day at King Eddy @ On July 1, National Music Centre is celebrating Canada Day and the King Eddy’s anniversary with family-friendly live music on the King Eddy rooftop and mainstage. King Eddy, 438 9 Ave SW at 3pm; No Cover
+ 119th Running of the Millarville Races @ Millarville Race Track, 306097 192 St W Millarville from 12pm-7pm; Tickets start from $16.50
+Banff Canada Day Celebrations @ Various venues, Banff
+Canada Day in Canmore @ Various Venues, Canmore
+Airdrie Canada Day Celebrations & Fireworks @ Various Venues, Airdrie
+Canada Day Outdoor Carnival @ Springs Church Calgary, 924 Heritage Dr SW from 10am-5pm; Tickets – $5
+Canada Day in Chestermere @ John Peake Park, 100 John Morris Way, Chestermere from 9am-11pm; Free
+St. Patrick’s Island Park Canada Day Celebrations @ St. Patrick’s Island Park, Calgary from 11am-5pm; Free
+Canada Day at Studio Bell @ Studio Bell, 4 Str SW from 10am-5pm; Tickets: Free Admission
+2024 Cochrane Canada Day Celebration @ Mitford Park, 201 West Rock Road, Cochrane from 12pm-11.30pm; Free
+Canada Day at Municipal Building Atrium @ 800 Macleod Trail SE. Enjoy cultural and musical performances in the Municipal Building Atrium. Live music. Food trucks. From 11am-3pm; Free
+Heritage Park’s 60th Birthday Celebration @ Best. Birthday Party. Ever.
Heritage Park celebrates its 60th Birthday! Since July 1, 1964, we’ve been showcasing Western Canadian heritage, and now we invite you to honour six decades of memories and milestones with us. Enjoy a parade, live concerts, performances, family activities and complimentary treats like birthday cake. Get here early – the first 1,000 guests in the gate get a mini butter tart. 1900, Heritage Dr SW from 10am-5pm; Tickets – Regular Admission.
+Canada Day at Calgary Central Library @ Enjoy free activities and programs to celebrate and recognize Canada’s many stories. Activities include a special storytime, traditional Indigenous dancing demonstrations, musical performances, and a citizenship ceremony for new Canadians. 800 3 St SE from 12pm-5pm
+Canada Day Tea @ Famous 5 Centre of Canadian Women, 1900, Heritage Dr SW from 11.30am-3.30pm; Tickets : $29.95- $49.95
Wednesday, July 3
+ Music in the Plaza – Heather May @ Heritage Plaza, 1900 Heritage Dr SW, July 3-August 28 (Wednesdays) from 6pm-8pm; Free
Thursday, July 4
+ Music in the Park – Soul artist Jory Kinjo @ Quinterra Legacy Garden in South Glenmore Park, 24 St SW from 7pm-8pm; Free
+Stories of Scotland @ Stories of Scotland comes to Alberta, wrapping Scottish history and comedy into one hilarious and informative package with Bruce Fummey. Engineered Air Theatre, 234 9 Ave SE at 8pm; Tickets : $41.05
+ Sneak-A-Peek – Calgary Stampede @ With half off gate admission, this is your chance to check out Stampede a day before the Parade officially kicks it off. Calgary Stampede Grounds from 5 p.m. – Midnight; Tickets – $13
+ Homecoming Hoedown – Calgary Dream Centre Stampede Breakfast @ Calgary Dream Centre, 4510 Macleod Trail South from 8am – 11am; Free
Friday, July 5
+ The Michael Jackson HIStory Show @ Jack Singer Concert Hall, 225 8 Ave SE at 8pm; Tickets : $44.00 – $74.00
+2024 Stampede Parade Seating With Breakfast @ Downtown Calgary, 738 9th Ave SW from 7am-9am; Tickets : $65 + eventbrite fees.
+Calgary Stampede Parade Day @ Downtown, Calgary from 11am – 1.30pm; Free to view. — The sidewalks along 6 and 9 Avenues are available for free to the general public on a first-come, first-served basis.
Saturday, July 6
+MaKami College Stampede Breakfast @ MaKami College, 1600 – 3800 Memorial Drive NE from 9am-12pm; Free
Sunday, July 7
+Drake Milligan @ Drake Milligan is an American singer, best known for portraying Elvis Presley on the CMT series Sun Records and starring in the film Nobody where he portrayed a young teen Elvis. Ranchman’s, 9615 McLeod Trail S at 4 pm; Tickets start from $45
+ Tim Hortons Family Day – Calgary Stampede @ Calgary Stampede, 1410 Olympic Way SW; Admission free until 11am
Monday, July 8
+Firefighters vs Cowboys Charity Pole Climb @ Stampede cowboys and Calgary firemen race to reach the top of the pole. Ranchman’s Calgary , 9615 McLeod Trail S at 6pm; Free
Tuesday, July 9
+Chancey Williams @Join us at Ranchmans for an unforgettable night with Chancey Williams, the neo-traditional country music sensation and former Stampede Saddle Bronc athlete. Ranchmans, 9615 McLeod Trail at 9pm; Tickets start from $38
+What? No Way! Meet & Greet @ Yup, that guy on TikTok is coming to Ranchmans during Stampede on Tuesday July 9th. Ranchmans, 9615 McLeod Trail S from 4pm-7pm; Free
+TC Energy Community Day @ Calgary Stampede, 1410 Olympic Way SW from 10am-2pm; Free
+Orientation to Hobby Beekeeping @ Take a couple hours out of your busy life, and transport yourself in to a beesuit, where you will have the opportunity of a lifetime to learn about bees, their amazing adaptations and organization. Highfield Regenerative Farm, 1920 Highfield Cres, SE Calgary from 6pm-8pm; Tickets : $60
Wednesday, July 10
+ BMO Kids’ Day @ Calgary Stampede, 1410 Olympic Way SW from 8am-10am; Tickets :
FREE entry all day for kids 12 & under.FREE entry for everyone until 10 a.m.
+Roundup MusicFest @ The Roundup Music Festival offers world-class entertainment to Calgarians by bringing internationally acclaimed artists to the stage in a first-class outdoor music festival format. Prince’s Island Park, 698 Eau Claire Ave SW from 3pm-11pm; Tickets start from $79+fees
+Taylor Swift Tribute @ UK’s finest tribute to Taylor Swift live at Ranchman’s. 9615 McLeod Trail S at 9pm; Tickets start from $20
+ All Elite Wrestling Dynamite and Collision @ Scotiabank Saddledome, 555 Saddledome Rise SE at 5.30pm; Tickets: $26.25 – $492.50+fees
+ Stroll & Sketch @ Have you ever visited the lands at The Confluence and been inspired by its beauty? Join local artist Krystelle Celestino Wurst from Krystelle Creations for a stroll and sketch across the parkland. The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland, 750 9 Ave SE from 6.30pm-8.30pm; Tickets : $20
+Pink Pancake Stampede Breakfast @ Southcentre Mall, 100 Anderson Road SE from 9am-11am; Tickets : Free to attend
Thursday, July 11
+ Motley Crue with Special Guest Default @ Scotiabank Saddledome, 555 Saddledome Rise SE at 7.30pm; Tickets : $65 – $545+fees
+ Dalhousie Stampede Party & BBQ @ Dalhousie Community Association, 5432 Dalhart Rd NW from 5pm-8.30pm; Tickets : Free, $5 and $10
Friday, July 12
+ Oxford Stomp @ Oxford STOMP is Calgary’s longest running corporate event, and one of Calgary’s most anticipated outdoor musical festivals. Prince’s Island Park Eau Claire, Calgary from 3pm-11pm; Tickets :$79 – $99 +fees
+Miranda Lambert with special guest Jess Moskaluke @ The most awarded artist ever by the Academy of Country Music headlines The Greatest Outdoor on Earth. Scotiabank Saddledome, 555 Saddledome Rise SE at 7.30pm; Tickets : $65 – $350+fees
+Summer Olympics Trivia Night @ The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland, 750 9 Ave SE from 6.30pm-8pm; Tickets : $25 Per team. Recommended team size 4-6 players.
+The Barn Artisan Market presents… The Barn After Dark, July Edition @ Shawnessy Barn, 224 Shawmeadows Rd SW from 5pm-9.30pm; Tickets : Free
+Club 52 Presents Magic & Comedy @ Back by Popular Demand! Toronto’s record breaking Illusionist Ken Margoe and Alberta’s own award winning Magician Michael Berends are back again for one incredible night of Magic & Comedy. The Rec Room Calgary, 1180-901 64 Ave NW from 7.30pm-9pm; Tickets : $28 – $34]
Saturday, July 13
+Jonas Brothers @ Scotiabank Saddledome at 7.30pm; Tickets : $65 – $545
+Outdoor Scavenger Hunt Competition @ The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland, 750 9 Ave SE from 12pm-2pm; Tickets : $25
+Kal Tire Stampede BBQ Day @ Kal Tire Parking lot, 3712 Edmonton Trail NE from 10am-3pm; Tickets : Free
+Market Day and Beer Garden @ cSPACE Marda Loop, 1721 29 Ave SW from 10am-2pm; Tickets : Free entry
Sunday, July 14
+Nickelback with Special Guest the Glorious Sons @ Scotiabank Saddledome, 555 Saddledome Rise SE at 7pm; Tickets : $65 – $545+fees and taxes
+MFNS Ethnocultural Fair @ Marlborough Park Community Association, 6021 Madigan Drive NE from 1pm-5pm; Tickets : Free
Monday, July 15
+The Everly Brothers @ The Everly brothers’ career lasted over half a century, they recorded 21 studio albums, sold more than 60 million records worldwide, had over 30 billboard top -100 singles, which still to this day is the record for most billboard charting hits of any sibling rock duo ever. Stage West Calgary, 727 – 42 Ave SE at 5pm; Tickets: $119.00 + gst.
Tuesday, July 16
+The Everly Brothers @ Stage West Calgary, 727 – 42 Ave SE at 6pm; Tickets: $119.00 + gst.
Wednesday, July 17
+ 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- Woodhouse Big Band @ Woodhouse Big Band is a group of some of Calgary’s finest Big Band musicians coming together to share their love of music. Heritage park from 6pm-8pm; Free
Friday, July 19
+Candlelight: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons @ Calgary Central Library at 8.30pm; Tickets start from $48
+ 4th Annual Bulls on the Beach @ Join Rocky View Chestermere Agricultural Society for a memorable rodeo and cabaret experience, “Bow Mitsubishi Bulls on the Beach.” Chestermere Recreation Centre, 201 West Chestermere Drive, Chestermere at 5pm; Tickets – $45
+ Guided Nature Tour of The Confluence @ The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland, 750 9 Ave SE from 11am-12pm; Tickets : $25 + fees
+ Summer Sunset Social @ Magic and music in the park at Capitol Hill Community Centre. 1531 21 Ave NW from 6pm-10pm; Tickets: Free
Saturday, July 20
+ Neil Young Crazy Horse: Love Earth Tour @ Neil Percival Young OC OM is a Canadian and American singer and songwriter. After embarking on a music career in Winnipeg in the 1960s, Young moved to Los Angeles, joining the folk-rock group Buffalo Springfield. Fort Calgary, 750 – 9th Ave SE at 7.30pm; Tickets : $106 – $157+fees
+ Beaulieu Flower & Artisan Market @ Lougheed House, 707 13 Ave SW from 10am-4pm; Free
+ Annual Classic Car Show & Shine @ Bearspaw Lions Hall, 25240 Nagway Rd from 10am-3pm; Free
+ Locked Zoo: Jumbled Jungles (18+) @ Get ready to embark on an epic adventure at Locked Zoo! This exhilarating jungle themed escape game will take you on a wild journey through the zoo after hours. Calgary Zoo, 1300 Zoo Road NE at 5pm and 6pm; Tickets : $50.00+GST
+ Lemonade Day Calgary @ Lemonade Day is a city-wide event where youth ages 5-13 set up lemonade stands and experience the thrill of being a business owner while making a profit and giving back to their community. Across Calgary
+ Storytime Scoops @ Bring the whole family to check out the Calgary Library Book Truck at Storytime Scoops! Relax and enjoy the surroundings at Alpine Park where you can get a scoop of Village Ice Cream (as supplies last) and while the afternoon away discovering some great new book. Central Park in Alpine Park, 75 Alpine Green SW from 1pm-4pm; Free
+ Taste of Okotoks @ Downtown Okotoks, Okotoks from 11am-4pm; Tickets : Free Admission
Sunday, July 21
+ BARC’s Bow Wow Lūʻau ~ Pet-Friendly Patio Party & Adoption Event @ Aloha! Bring your pups and your pals for a tropical, fun-filled day of games, exciting giveaways, delicious food, and ice-cold craft beer! Banded Peak Brewing, 519 34 Ave SE #119 from 12pm-6pm; Free
+ GlobalFest Mini OneWorld Festival @ Hotchkiss Garden, 611 4 Str SW from 12pm-5pm; Free
+ Third Annual Foothills Creamery Scoop Slam @ Mount Royal Circle SW from 12pm-3pm; Free to attend
Tuesday, July 23
+Orientation to Hobby Beekeeping @ Highfield Regenerative Farm, 1920 Highfield Cres, SE from 6pm-8pm; Tickets : $60
Wednesday, July 24
+ Music in the Plaza- Bluesfest Presents: John Rutherford@ Heritage park from 6pm-8pm; Free
Thursday, July 25
+Music in the Park @ Enjoy a performance by pop and soul singer-songwriter Kayla Williams at Quinterra Legacy Garden’s weekly Music in the Park event. Quinterra Legacy Garden, 24 St SW from 7pm-8pm, Free
+Reading by the Rivers Book Club – Women Talking @ Every month, we will read a book by a Canadian author. On the last Thursday of the month, all readers will meet at The Confluence to discuss the book, eat, drink, and socialize with other book lovers. If you don’t own the book, don’t worry – all novels on our book list are accessible from the public library. The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland, 750 9 Ave SE from 6.30pm-8.30pm; Tickets : $12
Friday, July 26
+Candlelight: A Tribute to Taylor Swift @ Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre at 7.15pm and 9.30pm; Tickets start from $48
+Stunt Magician & Comedian: Wes Barker @ Wes Barker is a star of Big Trick Energy on truTV he has hundreds of millions of views online and has appeared on Ellen America’s Got Talent MTV’s Greatest Party Stories Ever and Penn & Teller: Fool Us which he won. The Theatre, 215 14th Ave SW from 8pm-9.30pm; Tickets : $35
+Calgary Night Market @ Bridgeland Riverside Community Association, 917 Centre Ave NE from 4pm-10pm
+Calgary Water Lantern Festival @ Water Lantern Festival is filled with fun, happiness, hope, and great memories that you’ll cherish for a lifetime. Waterfront Park, 5225 101 St NW from 6.30-10.30; Tickets – 38.75 – $75.99 plus fees
+Change Makers Collective Night Market @ Renfrew Community Association, 811 Radford Rd NE from 5pm-10pm; Free
Saturday, July 27
+ Candlelight: A Tribute to Adele @ Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre at 7.15pm; Tickets start from $48
+ Candlelight: A Tribute to ABBA @ The Hangar Flight Museum at 7.30pm and 9.30pm; Tickets $49.50
+Candlelight: Best of Metal on Strings @ Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre at 9.30pm; Tickets start from $48
+Jubefest presents The Charms @ In a special partnership with cSPACE, Jubefest will present FREE concerts at The Market (1721 29th Ave) this summer. At 12pm; Free
+Pet-A-Palooza Calgary @ This FREE family friendly event is one you cannot miss. A pawty for fido is just what your summer was missing. The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland, 750 9th Ave SE from 10am-4pm; Free
+Inglewood Sunfest @ At Sunfest, there is an activity made for all ages. This could mean a jump in the bouncer for the kids, discovering a great new band, being wowed and amazed by our cool street performers, choosing a perfect summer patio or searching for a trendy fashion; there is no shortage of things happening. Inglewood, Calgary from 10am-7pm; Free
+Cochrane Fair 2024 @ Bull riding, mini chuck wagon races, mutton busting, pony rides and so much more. Get in on the Fun! Cochrane Ag Society Park, 43080 Bow Valley Trail, Cochrane at 10am; Tickets : $15.00
+Carve Carve Carnival @ Alberta Printmakers, 4025 4 St SE from 11am-4pm; Tickets : FREE TO $20
+Beekeeping for Beginners @ The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland, 750 9 Ave SE from 11am-1pm; Tickets : $50
Sunday, July 28
+The Barn Artisan Market presents… The July Market @ Shawnessy Barn, 224 Shawmeadows Rd SW from 11am-4pm; Tickets : Free
+Pet-A-Palooza Calgary @ This FREE family friendly event is one you cannot miss. A pawty for fido is just what your summer was missing. The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland, 750 9th Ave SE from 11am-4pm; Free
Tuesday, July 30
+Wordfest Presents Jessica Waite@ Memorial Park Library, 1221 2 St SW at 7pm; Tickets : $15 – $25
Wednesday, July 31
+National Youth Orchestra of Canada presents Horizons Tour@ Bella Concert Hall, 18 Mt Royal Circle SW at 7.30pm; Tickets : $15.00
+Wordfest Presents Ann Powers@ Wordfest is thrilled to present legendary music critic Ann Powers and her new book about an Alberta-born icon: Traveling: On the Path of Joni Mitchell. MemorialParkLibrary, 1221 2 St SW at 7pm;Tickets : $15 to $25
+Night Market at University District@ University District’s Central Plaza, 4019 University Ave NW from 5pm-9pm; Free
+ Music in the Plaza- Ben Tizzard @ Ben Tizzard is a Calgary-based musician who has dedicated his life to the love of music. His musical journey began at the age of 13 when he discovered his father’s acoustic guitar and joined a guitar jam club in junior high. Heritage park from 6pm-8pm; Free
+LUDACRIS @ Grey Eagle Event Centre at 8pm; Tickets start from $119.99 (Plus applicable fees)
This Month
+ The Kensington Night Market @ June 27 – September 5
+Calgary International Blues Festival @ Shaw Millennium Park, 1220 9 Ave SW, July 29-August 4; Tickets start from $40
+Team Canada FanFest @ Team Canada FanFest is a series of free, family-friendly events for fans to cheer on Team Canada during the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. Stephen Avenue Walk at Centre Street, July 26-28; Free
+Historic Calgary Week @ Chinook Country Historical Society, a chapter of the Historical Society of Alberta, is pleased to present the 34th annual Historic Calgary Week (HCW). July 26-August 5, Various Venues, Calgary and Area; Free
+Calgary Folk Music Festival @ Prince’s Island Park, Eau Claire Ave SW, July 25-58; Tickets start from $80. Kids – free
+The Big Bounce – Bigger Kids Sessions (ages 15 & younger) @ The world’s most extraordinary inflatable theme park, combines the largest bouncy castle on the planet with multitudes of activities for all ages. 18011 Spruce Meadows Way SW, August (Saturdays, Sundays) at 12pm and 3.30pm; Tickets – $45
+CIBC Summer Series @ Studio Bell, 850 4 Str SE, July 25-September 6; Tickets: $15
+Terminus Festival @ The annual Terminus Festival is back for year 11! Bands from all over the world will gather in Calgary for a weekend of dark electronic, synch, industrial madness. Dickens, 1000 9 Ave SW, July 25-28; Tickets :$56.90 & up
+ THE INGLEWOOD POLLINATOR PARK MARKET @ May 14-October 29 (Tuesdays) from 4pm-8pm
+Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Johnston Canyon from Calgary/Canmore/Banff @ Delta Hotels by Marriott Calgary Downtown pickup, 209 4 Ave SW, July 17-September 28; Tickets start from $116
+Chamberfest West @ ChamberFest West brings internationally acclaimed classical musicians to perform with some of Canada’s best and together they create a unique fusion of styles and interpretations. Various Venues, Calgary, July 16-21; Tickets start from $15
+ 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. Various Venues, Calgary, July 16-August 20; Free
+ Powwow Trail 101 @ Want to learn more about Powwows? Have you ever wondered if there are protocols that you should know about? Throughout the summer, there will be outdoor demonstrations at select Library locations prior to the Siksika, Kainai, Tsuut’ina, Piikani, and Stoney Nakoda Powwows — which all make up the Powwow Trail.Central Library, 800 3 St SE, July 17-August 28; Free
+ Bow Valley Boot Stomp @ Join us at the Cochrane & District AG Society on Friday July 19 & Saturday July 20th 2024 for a weekend filled with music, dancing, and good ol’ country fun. Cochrane & District AG Society, 43080 Bow Valley Trail, Cochrane, July 19-20; Tickets : $35 to $225
+ Fiestaval Latino Festival @ Calgary Olympic Plaza, 228 8 Ave SE, July 19-21; Free
+ YYC Ice Cream Fest @ Various Shops, Calgary, July 19-August 5; Tickets: Cost of Food
+ 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; Free
+ 4th Street Night Market @ 4th Street \ Elbow Drive SW, July 20-September 14 (Saturdays) from 4pm-10pm; Free
+ Granary Road After Hours in July @ Join us at Granary Road After Hours every Friday and Saturday evening in July until 9pm! Blow some steam off after work by playing in our playground, petting zoo and 18-hole Mini Golf course. Granary Road, July 5-27 (Fridays, Saturdays) from 9am-9pm; Tickets start from $22.95
+Family Fishing Weekends Alberta @ Alberta Waterbodies, July 13-14
+Inglewood Night Market 2024 @ 10 Ave & 10 Street SE. July 12-September 13 (Fridays) from 5pm-11pm; Free
+Summer Camps at the Military Museums @ The Military Museums, 4520 Crowchild Trail, SW, July 8- August 27; Tickets – $300.00 per week, $80.00 per day
+ 2024 Shady Grove Bluegrass Music Festival @ The Shady Grove Bluegrass Festival Will Celebrate Its 33rd Year. The festival will remain the same family friendly event we have had for many years, with some bonuses. The venue offers excellent dry camping. You can expect to set up and jam with your friends in the same Shady Grove tradition as always. Sundre Rodeo Grounds, 2 Ave NW, Sundre, July 12-14; Tickets start from $35
+Wild West Show @ It’s our 60th Anniversary, and we’re celebrating with a BRAND NEW Wild West Show! Head to the Wainwright Hotel for a reception and dinner, and mingle with some outlaws and lawmen. Then, enjoy a delicious buffet dinner and western entertainment. After dinner, step outside as an authentic Wild West gunfight erupts on the main street. Wainwright Hotel, 1900 Heritage Dr SW, July 12-21; Tickets : $120- $865
+1-Hour Scenic Nature Float in the Canadian Rocky Mountains @ 158 B Rundle Crescent, Canmore, AB T1W 2L6, July 10-August 19; Tickets – $49.95
+ The Market at cSPACE Marda Loop @ cSPACE Marda Loop (Art Park), 1721-29th Ave SW, June 29-September 28 from 10am-2pm; Free
+ Calgary Night Markets at Heritage Park @ Heritage Park Historical Village, 1900 Heritage Dr SW, June 29-September 14 from 3pm-9pm; Free
+ Okotoks Dogs Baseball & Canada Day Weekend Fireworks @ The 2024 WCBL Season will again feature a full 56-game regular season schedule followed by 3 rounds of playoffs culminating in a WCBL Championship Series in mid-August. The Dawgs will play 28 home games, all at beautiful Seaman Stadium in Okotoks. Seaman Stadium, Don Seaman Way, Okotoks, June 28-July 1; Tickets – $10 to $30
+Sound Atlas Music Festival @ Latitude 49 and Land’s End Ensemble are thrilled to co-present the second annual Sound Atlas Music Festival. Celebrating works by living composers and extraordinary performances by local and international sound artists, the festival will feature an eclectic and diverse range of musical styles. June 27-29, Contemporary Calgary, 701 11 St. SW; Tickets start from $25
+JazzYYC Summer Festival @ Various Venues, Calgary, June 25-30; Tickets: Varies
+Neon paint night. Calgary art events. Y NOT TODAY @ This can be your lifetime experience so get ready for a fun time that you can unleash creativity and also share laughs with new connections. 4339 Macleod Trail SW, June 25-August 3, from 7pm-9pm; Tickets – $39
+Southcentre Mall Chuckwagon & Trophy Exhibit @ Southcentre Mall has partnered with the World Professional Chuckwagon Association to bring you an exciting in-mall display packed with western legacy, local artwork, and fun facts! Explore our mini racetrack and get up close with dazzling trophies from various Stampede events. Southcentre Mall, 100 Anderson Road SE, June 25-July 14; Tickets: Free to attend
+Riverona – The Complete Box Set Festival @ In 2023, workshop performances of Riverona took Calgary audiences by storm and Full Circle Theatre is thrilled to announce that we are now performing the full play this summer.
A high concept and hilarious retelling of Romeo and Juliet, this brand-new script has been described as Riverdale meets Wet Hot American Summer meets… well, Shakespeare. Join us to see the show that will redefine “Summer Shakespeare” this June and July. June 26-July 14; Evergreen Community Spaces, 1709 8 Ave NE #2; Tickets : $24-27
+Spruce Meadows Pan American @ Spruce Meadows Way SW, June 26-30; Tickets start from $5.40
+Night Market at University District @ University District’s Central Plaza, 4019 University Ave NW, June 26-September 25; Free
+ The Kensington Night Market @ Kensington Road Parkade, 1209 Kensington Road NW, June 27-September 5; Free
+ Annual Fairy Tales Queer Art & Film Festival @ The Grand YYC, 608 1st St SW, June 27-30; Tickets: $10 – $129
+ Calgary Stampede – 2024 @ Stampede Grounds, Calgary, July 5-14; Tickets start from $15
+ MEXIFEST @ Calgary Parking Authority Lot 6, 311 8 St SW, July 4-7; Tickets : $12.50
+Badlands Music Festival @ Badland’s Tent, 725 9 Ave SW, July 4-14; Tickets – Free to $122.98
+Cowboys Music Festival @ Cowboys Music Festival Tent (Behind Cowboys Casino) 421 12th Avenue SW, July 4-14; Tickets – $150
+ Stampede Concerts at Big Four Roadhouse @ The Big Four Roadhouse is the place where you can kickback with your friends, enjoy delicious food, grab a cold drink all while listening to live musical performances. Big Four Roadhouse, 1801 Big Four Trail SW, July 4-14; Park Admission
+Nashville North Calgary Stampede @ Experience the best, live country music in the city at the original Stampede party tent—Nashville North! Get ready for ten days and ten nights of foot stompin’, heart pumpin’ and two-steppin’ sound. Calgary Stampede, 1410 Olympic Way SW, July 4-14; Regular Admission
+Calgary Stampede’s Coca-Cola Stage @ The Calgary Stampede is excited to announce more than 50 artists who will be rocking the Coca-Cola Stage this summer. Calgary Stampede, 1410 Olympic Way SW, July 4-14; Regular Admission
+ Spruce Meadows North American @ The ‘North American’, presented by Rolex, is a celebration of the close ties between the horse and the military. Spruce Meadows, July 3-7; Tickets start from $5
+ Buffalo Loop 1-Hour Horseback Trail Ride in Kananaskis @ Boundary Ranch
Alberta 40, Kananaskis, T0L 2H0, July 2-September 14; Tickets – $97.50/ Smartphone tickets
+ Music in the Plaza @ Heritage Plaza, 1900 Heritage Dr SW, July 3-August 28 (Wednesdays) from 6pm-8pm; Free
+ A Closer Walk with Patsy Cline @ One of the all-time legends of country music, Patsy Cline was always spunky and truly devoted to music. Stage West Calgary, 727 – 42 Ave SE, July 3-September 1; Tickets : $89.25 – $135.45
+ 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 Confluence Historic Site & Parkland, 750 9 Ave SE, July 3-31. Recommended for ages 10+; Tickets : $10
+ Burwood Music Festival @ Get ready for the musical event of the summer as the Burwood Stampede Music Festival descends upon Calgary. Currie Barracks, 2520 Caen Ave SW, July 4-14; Tickets start from $15
+ Music in the Park @ Quinterra Legacy Garden in South Glenmore Park 24 St SW , Summer 2024 (Thursdays) from 7pm-8pm; Free
+ Buckaroos Cabaret @ The Pioneer on Stephen Ave, 117 8 Ave SW, July 5-7; Tickets : $55 – $145
+Fluor Rope Square @ At Fluor Rope Square, every day starts with a bacon pancake served hot off a chuckwagon or smokie paired with Stampede-style entertainment including dancers, singers, fiddlers, friendly mascots, plus so much more! All entertainment and activities are FREE! Olympic Plaza, 228 8 Ave SE, July 6-13 at 8.30 am; Free
+Calgary Wind Symphony @ Join the Calgary Wind Symphony for a free family friendly concert in Riley Park. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets and join us for a wonderful afternoon of music. Riley Park, 12 Str NW, Sundays July 7, 14, 21, August 18, 25 at 2pm; Free
+Tea on the Verandah @ Heritage Park, July 7-September 1; Tickets start from $29.95
+Xiang Loong Festival @ The Xiang Loong festival aims to explore and celebrate the deep-rooted cultural significance of the dragon. 197 1 Str SW, June 29-July 14 from 11am-6pm
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