July in Calgary
Celebrate Canada Day, enjoy Calgary Stampede, groove to the Calgary Folk Music Festival, and more this July in Calgary.
Calgary Stampede (Credit: Tourism Calgary/Calgary Stampede)
July in Calgary brings the heat and the Calgary Stampede. Start your month off strong by celebrating Canada. Then, giddy up and don your cowboy hat and boots for 10 days of Western fun. And it doesn't stop there, discover all that is happening in Calgary this July.
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Canada Day in Calgary 2026
There's something for everyone this Canada Day. Catch musical performances and watch an Indigenous Powwow at The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland, relax with family friendly activities at Prince's Island Park, and take in the fireworks from Scotsman's Hill.
Open Aircraft Days
Discover historical aircraft, classic vehicles and vintage flight decks at The Hangar Museum’s Open Aircraft Days where you can get a closer look at 5 different aircraft.
Where: The Hangar Flight Museum
When: July 1, 4, 5, 11, 18, 19, 25, 26
Calgary Stampeders Home Games
Catch the Calgary Stampeders against the Toronto Argonauts and Montreal Alouettes.
Where: McMahon Stadium
When: July 2 & 18
MexiFest
Celebrate Mexican culture at MexiFest through arts, music, wrestling, an artisan market and food.
Where: Eau Claire Plaza
When: July 3-5
Calgary Métis Fest
Experience rich heritage, traditions, and the spirit of Métis culture at the fourth annual Calgary Métis Fest.
Where: The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland
When: July 4
Calgary Stampede 2026
Experience the iconic rodeo, midway rides, unique food, western art, and Indigenous culture at The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth.
Where: Stampede Park
When: July 3-12
Millarville Farmers’ Market
Grab your shopping bags and enjoy a one-of-a-kind outdoor shopping experience at the Millarville Farmers’ Market.
Where: Millarville Racing & Agricultural Society
When: July 4, 11, 18, 25
Calgary Surge Home Games
Witness the Calgary Surge shoot their shot(s) at home games.
Where: Scotiabank Saddledome & WinSport Event Centre
When: July 9, 17, 19, 21, 24 & 31
Cavalry Wild FC Home Games
Watch the Cavalry Wild FC take on the Vancouver Rise, Montreal Roses, and Ottawa Rapid FC at home games.
Where: McMahon Stadium
When: July 11, 17, 22
Fiestaval Latin Festival
Enjoy a free, family-friendly celebration at Fiestaval which brings the diversity of Latin America through live music, dance performances, and activities for all.
Where: Eau Claire Plaza
When: July 17-19
Cavalry FC Home Games
Catch the Cavalry FC play on home grounds against HFX Wanderers and Inter Toronto.
Where: ATCO Field
When: July 18 & 31
Stampede Concerts
From bass-heavy festival tents to boot-stomping country, The Calgary Stampede turns the city into a 10-day music festival. See which of your favourite artists are coming to Calgary during Stampede 2026.
Men's FIFA World Cup Watch Parties
Cheer on Team Canada at the Men's FIFA World Cup and catch the action on a big screen surrounded by a family-friendly fan zone filled with mascots, food trucks and youth drills.
Where: Stephen Ave
When: July 19
Calgary Folk Music Festival
Join in on the fun and discover new music at the iconic Calgary Folk Music Festival where 65+ artists play everything from folk to funk across seven stages.
Where: Prince's Island Park
When: July 19
U/D Night Market
Celebrate summer with handmade goods, community, live music and good vibes at the U/D Night Market.
Where: Central Commons Park
When: July 29
Taste of Calgary
Taste the best of multicultural culinary diversity the city has to offer at the Taste of Calgary food festival.
Where: Cowboys Park
When: July 30 - August 3
Looking for more things to do in and around Calgary? Check out our Events Calendar for the best events and happenings around the city.
