Inglewood's Main Street of 9 Ave. S.E. is Calgary’s original downtown. Across the Elbow River from The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland, Inglewood is nestled along the Bow River, framed by a linear park and accessible through the City's popular pathway system and. Inglewood’s main street has maintained most of its Edwardian commercial buildings. It has an authentic, relaxed, analog charm that is reflected in the many international films that use 9th Avenue SE and the surrounding streets as a backdrop. Inglewood is an arts and culture hot spot known for its music venues, cafes, patio scene, great dining, and popular microbrewery scene. This vibrant Main Street and neighbourhood is all about “Shop Local” as it is chock-a-block with locally owned, independent retailers. Inglewood's elegant historic buildings house some of the city's award-winning restaurants including Rouge, the Deane House, and The Nash. Inglewood likes to celebrate its rich arts and culture scene. Dance your way down 9 Avenue S.E., the heart of Calgary’s Music Mile, where live music reigns in Calgary. Located in the historic Gary Theatre, Ironwood Stage and Grill is one of Western Canada's premier live country, folk and blues performance venues. Inglewood also has the Blues Can, The Attic, and the Calgary Folk Festival Hall and lots of smaller venues that host live music year-round. Inglewood loves festivals and events, including Jazz Festival and Jazz Walks, Night Markets, Sunfest, Calgary Fringe Festival, Christmas, Snow Eater and Snow Melter. The Esker Foundation Gallery is on the top floor of the Arts Block - this gallery is free to the public, has a breathtaking setting, and celebrates Canadian art.