RISE UP Events

RISE UP with Hotels Live

RISE UP with The Big Art Drive In

Coming Soon!

Calling All Local Presenting Partners in Calgary!

Be part of a RISE UP Weekend to celebrate the safe relaunch of live arts events in Calgary this summer. RISE UP is searching for presenting partners—groups or individuals—who can produce, program and perform live at one, two and three-day RISE UP Weekend events in Calgary. Your local live entertainment and experiences will be showcased at safe-site partner venues throughout the city (dates TBD and are dependent on AHS regulations). Applications open at 5 pm MST on June 17, 2021 and will be accepted until 5 pm MST on June 24, 2021.

RISE UP YYC Summer Staycations

Photo credit: Leslie Cyrynowski

Coming Soon!

Create your own RISE UP YYC Summer Staycation

Photo credit: Leslie Cyrynowski

Checking out a live RISE UP event? Want to make it a vacation? Add a local hotel stay and $50 gift card deal to create a custom RISE UP YYC Summer Staycation experience!

RISE UP Song Contest

RISE UP Calgary Song Contest winner announced! Congratulations Emily Triggs - Light You Up!

Support local arts sector recovery!

Purchase a RISE UP mask or t-shirt and support Calgary’s arts sector recovery!

*All proceeds will be invested back into Calgary Arts Developments artist and arts organizations support programs.'

Submit an Event Now!

Post your safe online or live art’s experience or event on RISE UP YYC now:

1- Click the Submit an Event button below

2- Include a link to your event’s COVID-19 safety precautions (unless online).

3- Ensure you select “RISE UP” from the Event Category list. 

4- Fill out the rest of the form and submit the event!

RISE UP Partner Information

Become a RISE UP Partner now!