Festivals
Calgary’s festival season runs from May until October each year with many Festivals celebrating everything art, culture, music, friends, family and food!
Ethnik Festival of Arts and Culture
The Ethnik Festival of Arts and Culture will be in Calgary from February 27 – March 1, 2026. This vibrant celebration of Afro-Canadian, Caribbean, and global cultures will feature music, dance, food, art, and community storytelling. Find the schedule here. Ethnik Festival of Arts and Culture: Date: February 27 –
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The GOOD Games — A Winter Festival to Get Everyone Up and Having Fun!
It’s time to get moving! Calgary is launching the GOOD Games from February 13 – 15, 2026. It’s going to be the most exciting and inclusive winter sports festival in the country! This festival is FREE, and includes music, demonstrations, and more. But you won’t just enjoy watching amazing competitions
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Warm Up This Winter With the Chinook Blast Festival
From January 30 – February 16, 2026, Chinook Blast will be heating up our city with a celebration of community, culture, and civic pride. Make a plan to explore Calgary’s art, music, theatre, sports, and recreation, and enjoy the season with your family. NEW for 2026: Chinook Blast will transform
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The Festival of Animated Objects Will Awaken the Inanimate
The Festival of Animated Objects awakens the inanimate, giving expression to the inert. This festival brings world-class artists to engage and entertain audiences of all ages through the innovative and sophisticated art of storytelling through masks, puppetry, and animated objects. There are numerous events, performances, and workshops at various locations.
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