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Calgary Events

Calgary events are jaw dropping, fun filled and exciting events you’ll ever see in your life. Each event brings different flavour of attractiveness and excitement that would lead you to come and see it over and over again.

The passions that Calgareans put to one of these events are truly remarkable and it’s joy for them to share it with you. So treat for yourself with one these events when you are visiting Calgary.

Calgary Events 411

Once Upon a Christmas

Experience the magic of Christmas the old fashioned way at the Heritage Park. Tons of great fun activities such as horse wagon ride, Christmas carols, live shows and Saint Nick and his reindeers.

From 3rd week November - December 3rd Week, 9am to 4pm (Saturdays and Sundays)

Heritage Park Historical Village
1900 Heritage Dr. S.W.
Calgary, Alberta
Tel. (403) 268-8500

Zoolights

The Calgary Zoolights is a perfect way to spend the evening with your entire family or with someone special. Watch as thousands of colorful lights innovatively created illuminate the sky of the entire Calgary Zoo. In addition, witness some of the best collections of wild life in the whole world. A must see when you are visiting Calgary.

From 3rd Week Nov - January
6:00 pm to 9:00 pm - Gates close at 8:30 pm

The Calgary Zoo
1300 Zoo Road Northeast
Calgary, AB
Tel. (403) 232-9300

Calgary Winter Festival

The Calgary Winter Festival celebrates winter in Calgary. There are tons of winter fun activities, shows and foods you can enjoy. There are various locations for the festival and one of them is Princess Island Park.

January

Various Locations

FunnyFest

Calgary Comedy Festival
If you are looking to laugh the night away then coming to this event is perfect for you. With loads of comedy acts and performances, you will surely have one of the funniest evenings of your life.

4th Week April through 1st Week of May
7pm start time

Delta Bow Valley
209-4th Avenue SE
Calgary, AB
(403) 266-1980

Calgary International Children's Festival

The Calgary International Children’s Festival is a fun filled event for your kids and for the entire family. The festival features a great line up fun activities, shows and performances from different artist local and international.

3rd - 4th Week of May

EPCOR CENTRE for the Performing Arts
205 8 Avenue SE Calgary, AB
Tel. (403) 294 7414

Lilac Festival

The Lilac Festival is an art, music, food and flora festival celebration in Calgary. You can find amazing collections of art galleries from local and international artist. You can listen to talented singers and bands performing. Finally, treat your taste buds with some most delicious cuisine offered by diverse ethnic group associated with the Lilac Festival.

4th Sunday of May

4th Street BRZ
201 501 18th
Avenue SW Calgary, AB

Carifest

Carifest is a celebration of the spirit of Carnival in Calgary. The festival is highlighted by a parade of colourful costumes and floats. There are also performances, concerts and contest to add to this already wonderful event.

June

357 - 1500 14 Street SW
Calgary, Alberta
Tel. (403) 774-1300

Calgary Greek Festival

The Annual Calgary Greek Festival highlights the wonderful culture of Greece. Experience the hospitality and friendliness of Greeks in Calgary as they share their Hellenic culture and its rich tradition.

June

Calgary Hellenic Society
Community Hall 1
1 Tamarac Cr. S.W

Calgary Stampede

The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth will amaze you with great line up of shows, concerts, galleries, rides, rodeo shows and foods. A must see Calgary Event annually. Millions of visitors flocked this event every year.

July

The Stampede Grounds
1410 Olympic Way SE
Calgary, AB
Tel. 1.800.661.1260
(Local) 403.261.0101

Calgary Turkish Festival

The festival highlights Whirling Dervishes, folk dances, singers and the best Turkish cuisine you can ever have.

July
9am - 9pm both days

Eau Claire Festival Market (Downtown Calgary)
Entrance is Free

Sun and Salsa Festival

Listen to Latin music, dance to the beat and taste some of the best Salsa prepared by local Calgareans during this wonderful event. There are also live events and a beauty pageant for you to enjoy.

July

Kensington Business
Revitalization Zone
301 10th Street NW
Calgary, Alberta
Tel: (403) 283-4810

Folk Music Festival

Listen to some of the finest Folk Musician from Calgary and from around the world. This fantastic day of music is held at Princess Island Park an awesome scenic park located in the downtown Calgary.

July

The Folk Festival
Society of Calgary
PO Box 2897, Station M
Calgary, Alberta
Tel. (403) 233-0904

Taste of Calgary

The best place to experience great array of delicious and sensational cuisine samples from Calgary’s best restaurants and beverage companies.

August

202, 200 Barclay Parade
SW Calgary, AB 

Phone. (403) 264-6450

Dragon Boat Festival

Dragon boating at its finest held at beautiful and scenic Glenmore Reservoir. Feel the excitement as teams’ battle each other to the finish riding colourful and decorative boats.

August, Calgary Dragon Boat Festival & Race North Glenmore Reservoir

Calgary Dragon Boat Society
#283, 328 Centre Street SE
Calgary, Alberta
dragonboat@chinatowncalgary.com

Marda Gras

From New Orleans to Calgary, see how Calgareans celebrate one of the most popular events in the world. Marda Gras takes place in the Marda Loop neighbourhood in Calgary, Alberta on 33rd and 34th Avenues between 19th and 22nd Streets S.W. The feel the sights and sounds of New Orleans featuring Jazz, Rhythm, Blues and Zydeco music, street level acts, and a variety of cultural performers.

August

33rd and 34th Avenues SW
East of Crowchild Trail
Calgary, AB

Global Fest

Global Fest is a world-class, Multi-Cultural and International Fireworks Festival held annually in Calgary. The festival is highlighted by a fireworks competition held at Elliston Park SE, Calgary (17 Ave SE). Competitors from different parts of the world will compete for the prize and to wow their audience. In addition to the fireworks competition, there are also tons of activities such as a night market, cultural music, incredible performances from various cultures, interactive activities and finally, food to indulge yourself.

August

285, 2323 - 32 Ave NE
Calgary, AB T2E 6Z3
Tel: (403) 569-9679
Toll Free: 1(86) 666-8308


There you go! These Calgary Events are truly a treat from us to you. Remember, that these events are unique and that there's nothing like it in the whole world. You will definetely enjoy yourself watching and experiecening Calgary Events. So what are you waiting for? come visit Calgary today!

If you know any Calgary Events that you would lke to share with us share it with us and we will add them to our list. Thank you so much in advance for sharing your Calgary events!

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