Make this summer count with amazing things to see and do this June in Calgary. Get your laughs with standup comedy at FunnyFest and the Great Outdoors Comedy Festival, celebrate the return of the 4th Street Lilac Festival, discover western culture at Way Out West Fest, watch the best volleyball players in the world at the Women’s Volleyball Nations League, and get a front row seat for Sled Island. It’s all happening this June in Calgary.
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June in Calgary
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Heritage Park
Take a step back in time at Heritage Park Historical Village! Explore over 180 exhibits and 55,000 artifacts in this lush parkland this summer. Play on the antique midway, ride the steam train and take an afternoon trip on Calgary’s only steam powered paddle wheeler boat. Get your annual membership today at heritagepark.ca to help support the preservation of Alberta’s history & culture!
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Rosebud Theatre
In the mood for an unforgettable show this summer? Experience the live musical “Songs for a New World” at the award-winning Rosebud Theatre! A short drive from Calgary, take a scenic trip to the beautiful hamlet of Rosebud, AB and enjoy both a live show and delicious buffet at this iconic venue. Perfect for families with children aged 10 and up, this show is sure to be a hit - visit rosebud theatre.com for tickets.
Experience the Past at Heritage Park
Mine for coal at Prospect Ridge and ride the train or the S.S. Moyie – Calgary’s only steam powered paddle wheeler! Play games at the Indigenous Settlement and learn about the spooky history of the Prince House. Then grab an ice cream at the Midway or a refreshing drink at Drew’s Saloon. Memories are made at Heritage Park.
Where: Heritage Park
When: Open daily
FunnyFest Comedy Festival
Laugh along to the FunnyFest Comedy Festival with headlining comedians and six comedians per show. Get your tickets now for the ultimate festival of laughs in Calgary.
Where: Various locations
When: June 2-12
Fairy Tales Queer Film Festival
The Fairy Tales Queer Film Festival features over 45 films over the 10 day festival, including documentaries, features, shorts, and animation. Get your tickets now for the longest running queer film festival in Canada, celebrating its 24th year.
Where: Globe Cinema
When: June 3-12
Zoo Brew
Cheers to a hoppy night at the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo with Zoo Brew, an adults-only evening of local craft beer, local food, and fun activities.
Where: Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo
When: June 4
4th Street Lilac Festival
The 4th Street Lilac Festival is a Calgary tradition and the start of festival season in the city, featuring FREE music, entertainment, and over 500 vendors for all ages.
Where: 4th Street between 13th Avenue & Elbow Drive SW
When: June 5
Heaven by Cheryl Foggo
Lunchbox Theatre presents Heaven, the little-known true history of Black pioneers in the prairies. A story of resilience, love and baseball. Performances Tuesday to Sunday.
Where: Lunchbox Theatre
When: June 7-26
Calgary Stampeder’s Regular Season Kick Off
Cheer on the Calgary Stampeder’s Regular Season Kick Off at McMahon Stadium vs the Montreal Alouettes. Be there for kick-off at 7:00 p.m. for the start of another exciting season of CFL action.
Where: McMahon Stadium
When: June 9
Spark After Dark “Beyond the Rainbow"
TELUS Spark Science Centre Spark After Dark “Beyond the Rainbow” (18+ event) Another fabulous night of science, special talks, live entertainment and more.
Where: TELUS Spark Science Centre
When: June 10
Jann Arden Live!
The Jann Arden Live! Cross-Canada Tour comes to the Grey Eagle Resort & Casino in Calgary for a night of classic songs from the beloved Canadian musician.
Where: Grey Eagle Resort & Casino
When: June 10
Ragtime: A Concert Performance
Arts Commons, Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra, and Theatre Calgary present Ragtime: A Concert Performance, celebrating the power of music in the world premiere of a new adaptation by the acclaimed Boston Pops orchestra of this Tony Award-winning musical.
Where: Jack Singer Concert Hall
When: June 10-11
THIRD ACTion Film Festival
The THIRD ACTion Film Festival celebrates five years with a weekend festival of film and talks. Join online or in-person at the Patricia A. Whelan Performance Hall at the Central Library and get festival passes, bundles, or single tickets now.
Where: Online and Patricia A. Whelan Performance Hall at the Central Library
When: June 10-12
Spruce Meadows Founders’ Classic
New in 2022, the Spruce Meadows Founders’ Classic features international athletes at this world class equestrian facility in Calgary. Purchase tickets ahead of time.
Where: Spruce Meadows
When: June 10-12
Way Out West Fest
Way Out West Fest celebrates the diverse culture and spirit of the modern West with sport, music, art, history, culinary, and craft activities and events.
Where: Various locations
When: June 10-12
Spruce Meadows National
Enjoy the Spruce Meadows National with your family and explore shopping, pony rides, a salute to First Responders, and more. Purchase tickets ahead of time.
Where: Spruce Meadows
When: June 16-19
Trevor Noah: Back to Abnormal Tour
Join comedian Trevor Noah for the Back to Abnormal Tour at the Scotiabank Saddledome in Calgary, presented by Just for Laughs.
Where: Scotiabank Saddledome
When: June 17
9th Annual Wings and Wheels
Celebrate Father’s Day Weekend with the 9th Annual Wings and Wheels at The Hangar Flight Museum, a vehicle show and shine with some of the aircraft open for interior viewing. Helicopter tours will also be available for an additional cost. Dads get FREE admission to the museum with the purchase of a regular admission.
Where: The Hangar Flight Museum
When: June 18-19
Father’s Day at the Track
On Father's Day, bring the whole gang and treat Dad to a special day at the Track starting with a delicious Buffet from 11 am to 2 pm then stick around and watch as some of the 'best in the west' compete in the Regional Driving Championships. Post time for harness racing is 2:15pm
Where: Century Downs Racetrack
When: June 19
Nate Bargatze: The Raincheck Tour
Hailing from Old Hickory, Tennessee, stand-up comedian Nate Bargatze brings The Raincheck Tour to the Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium in Calgary.
Where: Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium
When: June 19
Father’s Day Events in Calgary
Celebrate dad with these with these family friendly activities and events happening this June in Calgary.
9th Annual Wings and Wheels at The Hangar Flight Museum – June 18-19
Father’s Day Brunch at the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo – June 19
Father’s Day Brunch at Heritage Park – June 19
Check back for more event updates soon!
New Blood: A Story of Reconciliation
Celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day with a production of New Blood: A Story of Reconciliation, the story of Chief Vincent Yellow Old Woman, featuring Blackfoot music, contemporary and traditional Indigenous dance, and poetry.
Where: Heritage Park
When: June 21
Diljit Dosanjh: Born to Shine World Tour
International Punjabi superstar Diljit Dosanjh brings his Born to Shine World Tour to the Scotiabank Saddledome in Calgary.
Where: Scotiabank Saddledome
When: June 21
An Evening with Jane Goodall
The Jane Goodall Institute Presents An Evening with Jane Goodall at the Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium as she shares her message of hope and inspires people around the world to take action.
Where: Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium
When: June 22
Sled Island
The Sled Island Music & Arts Festival returns with over 200 musicians performing at diverse venues across Calgary, featuring Princess Nokia, Built to Spill, Grouper, Joyce Manor, Low, and special guest curator Sudan Archives.
Where: Various locations
When: June 22-26
The Great Outdoors Comedy Festival
Celebrate with a laugh at The Great Outdoors Comedy Festival, featuring Bill Burr, David Space, Donnell Rawlings, along with Chris Redd, Melissa Villasenor, Alex Moffat, and James Austin Johnson from Saturday Night Live.
Where: Prince’s Island Park
When: June 24-26
Women’s Volleyball Nations League.
Women’s Volleyball Nations League
Get a front row seat for world class volleyball action at the Women’s Volleyball Nations League, featuring the top women’s volleyball teams from around the world.
Where: 7 Chiefs Sportplex & Jim Starlight Centre
When: June 28 – July 3
Russell Peters: Act Your Age World Tour
Outback presents Canadian comedian Russell Peters and his Act Your Age World Tour at the Scotiabank Saddledome in Calgary.
Where: Scotiabank Saddledome
When: June 28
Spruce Meadows Pan American
The top riders in the world return for the Spruce Meadows Pan American at this world class equestrian facility in Calgary. Purchase tickets ahead of time.
Where: Spruce Meadows
When: June 30 – July 3
Queen: It’s A Kinda Magic
Back by popular demand from Australia, Queen: It’s A Kinda Magic is a night of non-stop live rock anthems including We Will Rock You, We Are the Champions, I Want To Break Free, Somebody Bites the Dust, A Kind of Magic, and Bohemian Rhapsody.
Where: Jack Singer Concert Hall
When: June 30
Calgary Beers & Cheers Pass
Download the FREE Calgary Beers & Cheers Pass to get great deals and discounts at local breweries, distilleries, cideries, and wineries, like Annex Ale Project, Bridgeland Distillery, and City & Country Urban Winery. The Calgary Beers & Cheers Pass is valid until June 30th, 2022. Please drink responsibly.
Where: Various locations
When: Valid until June 30, 2022
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