Beakerhead is the ultimate smash-up of art, science, and engineering for a one-of-a-kind festival experience in Calgary and September 2023 marked the festival's 10th anniversary! Keep an eye out for more details on Beakerhead in 2024!
With more than 50 free Beakerhead experiences in Calgary there is tons to see and do. Here are a few highlights of the festival.
Beakerhead’s feature attraction comes from UK outdoor arts company Walk the Plank. BODY is an immersive after-dark installation that brings you on a journey through the systems of the human body. BODY uses the latest technology to create a deeper understanding of the science of the human form through light, sound, special effects and fire. BODY has been shown at Northern Ireland’s Science Festival and Ireland’s National Science week.
Beakerhead welcomes creators, artists, technology friends, and engineering enthusiasts to Hack-the-House. This collaborative challenge empowers teams of kids 14 and older, supported by a panel of experts, to bring creativity and engineering skills together and ‘hack’ a piece of used household furniture into a sustainably powered machine. You’ll be amazed by the results!
Catch Le Cirque de la Nuit, Western Canada’s premiere circus troupe all weekend long at Beakerhead. Dynamic performers will surprise and delight your senses as they wander through Century Gardens and the Beaker Bar. It’s a wild and twisted adventure beyond the big top curtain.
Explore the works of local artists, makers, and creative entrepreneurs at Brain Bazaar! See the incredible creative talent Calgary has to offer, engage in conversation with local creative entrepreneurs who integrate science and technology in their practice, and support local small businesses.
BODY at Contemporary Calgary, Beakerhead
Catch Le Cirque de la Nuit at Beakerhead
Back again in 2023, unleash your thoughts and ideas at Speakerhead, the one-of-a-kind video talk-back booth at Contemporary Calgary. Step right up and draft a 60-second letter-to-the-editor-style clip where you can freely express your views on the matters that resonate with you most. With a selection of prompts to choose from, you can let your ideas flow!
Dive into the mesmerizing world of “Cosmic Nexus”, an immersive artwork that bridges the realms of art, science, and spirituality. This interactive installation calls participants to experience the profound beauty and symmetry of the vector equilibrium, a geometric shape that holds deep cosmic significance.
This Roller Rink experience at Contemporary Calgary will transport you into your wackiest dreams. Experience the thrill of gliding across the smooth floor, while grooving to the music and lights at Dream Skate. The combination of movement, rhythm, and shared experiences will leave you feeling inspired and ready to explore new realms of creativity and self-expression.
