Gram Garden
Take your shot at the Gram Garden at The CORE Shopping Centre, a touchless, garden-themed, photo-worthy display. Enter contests, enjoy live mural painting, and retailer pop-up shops.
Where: The CORE Shopping Centre
When: June 28 - September 5, 2021
The King Eddy Rooftop Patio
The King Eddy Rooftop Patio is a newly improved three season space for music and special events in the heart of East Village. Enjoy cold brews, street food-style bites, and live music.
Where: The King Eddy
When: Now open
YYC Summer Cool-er
Supper local businesses and make a difference in your community with the YYC Summer Cool-er, from the same team that brought you YYC Hot Chocolate Fest. Check back soon for more details about this new summer festival.
Where: Various locations
When: July 1 – August 31
Deerfoot City Block Party
The Deerfoot City Block Party returns with a new look and new games. This year's art installation and patio space, created by local artists, includes a 215-foot roadway mural, outdoor lawn games, ping pong, tetherball, and interactive art seating.
Where: Deerfoot City
When: July 2 - September 30
Music in the Park
Music in the Park at Heritage Park returns with a series of free summer concerts at the Didsbury bandstand. Enjoy music from local musicians each Wednesday night from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Heritage Park
When: July 7 – August 25
The DRIVE-IN at Spark
The DRIVE-IN at Spark Science Centre is back for a sequel with family friendly movies under the night sky, featuring movies like JAWS, Ghostbusters, Toy Story, and Raya and the Last Dragon.
Where: 220 St Georges Dr. NE
When: July 8, 9, 10, 11, 15, 16, 17, 22, 27, 29
Rosebud Outdoor Summer Concerts
Weekends are made for summer fun in Rosebud with the Rosebud Outdoor Summer Concerts, a series of weekend concerts featuring musicians from across Alberta, including the Rosebud String Quartet (July 10-11), High Level Trio (July 17-18), John Wort Hannam (July 24), and Peter & the Wolves (July 31).
Where: Rosebud Theatre
When: July 10, 11, 17, 18, 24, 31
Rockin' The Jukebox
Jubilations Dinner Theatre returns with Rockin' The Jukebox, a live dinner theatre experience about a group of teens who find some magic in an old jukebox. The sparks are gonna fly!
Where: Jubilations Dinner Theatre
When: July 10 - August 14
One Day on Venus
Experience the hottest showroom on the hottest planet with One Day on Venus at TELUS Spark Science Centre, a mash-up of science fiction and science fact with photo worthy moments and an inspired look at life on the planet Venus.
Where: TELUS Spark Science Centre
When: Now open
JubeFest
Enjoy live musical performances as JubeFest continues, featuring performances by Kate Stevens, The Allison Lynch Quartet, and Flint & Feather.
Where: Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium
When: July 15, 22, 29
Motor Nights: A Series of Drive-In Events
Get that classic summer movie experience with Motor Nights: A Series of Drive-In Events. Sit back in your car and take in a classic movie or a family friendly film. Check back soon for the full movie lineup announcement.
Where: 43080 Bow Valley Trail, Cochrane, AB
When: Check back soon
Wannabe: A Spice Girls Tribute
Have the ultimate 90s dance party with Wannabe: A Spice Girls Tribute at the Grey Eagle Drive-In and feel all the Girl Power of this Toronto cover band live on stage from the comfort of your own car.
Where: Grey Eagle Resort & Casino
When: July 17 at 5:00 p.m. and 8:30 p.m.
Dinosaurs: Awakened
Go back in time to when the dinosaurs reigned supreme with Dinosaurs: Awakened at the Calgary Zoo. Discover 26 new animatronic dinosaurs in the Prehistoric Park, included with daily admission, and available for purchase from the Calgary Zoo website.
Where: Calgary Zoo
When: Now open
Get a Taste of CFM West
Get a sneak peek of the new Calgary Farmers’ Market West with a chance to meet the vendors along with local music, food trucks, and community groups.
Where: Calgary Farmers’ Market West
When: July 17
Anne Frank - A History For Today
On tour from the Anne Frank House in Amsterdam, Anne Frank - A History For Today is an engaging exhibit that shares the story of Anne Frank and her family and Canada's role in the second World War with panels, video, and a guided tour.
Where: Gasoline Alley at Heritage Park
When: Open until September 6, 2021
Imagine On Air Presents Louise Candlish
Wordfest’s Imagine On Air Presents Louise Candlish in conversation with Ruth Ware, and discover Britain’s “Queen of the Sucker Punch Twist”. This is a free livestream broadcast.
Where: Online
When: July 18
Eggs, Henny!
Get into the summer spirit with Eggs, Henny!, a fabulous drag-meets-country-music brunch, presented in partnership with PARK Distillery, featuring singer Amy Hef and drag performers Ivy League and Abeiya Miraj.
Where: Ill-Fated Kustoms
When: July 18
Rocky Mountain Show Jumping Midsummer Classic I
Join Rocky Mountain Show Jumping for the Midsummer Classic II to see live equestrian horse jumping in Calgary with magnificent views of the Canadian Rocky Mountains too.
Where: Anderson Ranch
When: July 21-25
Pet-A-Palooza
Calling all four legged friends and animal lovers for Pet-A-Palooza, the tail wagging event of the summer, for yoga with puppies, wiener dog races, and ninja dog obstacle courses. This event is free and pet friendly.
Where: Eau Claire Market
When: July 24-25
BCDC – High Voltage Rock ‘N Roll
Rock on to BC/DC – High Voltage Rock ‘N Roll at the Grey Eagle Drive-In, the ultimate AC/DC cover band with a legendary live show you can enjoy from your own car.
Where: Grey Eagle Resort & Casino
When: July 24
Calgary International Blues Festival
The Calgary International Blues Festival is a sizzling hot week of summertime blues, with workshops, public performances, and special events
Where: Shaw Millennium Park
When: July 25 - August 1
Maud Lewis at Glenbow
Maud Lewis at Glenbow explores the work of one of Canada’s most beloved folk artists, with her brightly coloured paintings of rural Nova Scotia. Don’t miss the opportunity to see this retrospective of 140 paintings.
Where: Glenbow
When: Open until August 29, 2021
The Digital Immersion Gallery
Experience Canada's First Permanent Digital Immersive Experience at Spark with The Digital Immersion Gallery. The first show Every Second debuts in the 6,000 square-foot gallery with a story that unfolds as you follow the pathway.
Where: TELUS Spark Science Centre
When: Opens July 29
Beyond Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience
Immerse yourself in Beyond Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience, a journey into the world of Vincent Van Gogh like you’ve never seen it before. Beyond Van Gogh uses cutting-edge projection technology to create an immersive experience of light, colour, and shapes, set to a symphonic score.
Where: BMO Centre at Stampede Park
When: Opens July 30
ZooNights
The Calgary Zoo is staying open late this summer with ZooNights so you can explore your favourite animals a little longer. Grab a bento box and a cold beverage for the perfect date night or family night out.
Where: Calgary Zoo
When: July 30-31
