Festivals
Calgary’s festival season runs from May until October each year with many Festivals celebrating everything art, culture, music, friends, family and food!
Incredible India Fest
On August 3, 2026, head to the 5th annual Incredible India Fest. You’ll enjoy wonderful cultural entertainment, unique shopping, food stations, and lots of interactive experiences and family-friendly activities. There is FREE admission and FREE parking, but they ask all guests to register in advance. Incredible India Fest: Date: August
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Ukrainian Day in the Park
On August 16, 2026, enjoy Ukrainian Day in the Park, a celebration of Ukrainian culture, with food and souvenirs, vendors, and a Kids’ Zone. Free admission is anticipated, as this event has been free to attend in the past. Ukrainian Day in the Park: Date: August 16, 2026 Time: 11
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Picklefest: Canada’s Biggest Celebration of All Things Fermented is Coming to Calgary
Picklefest, Canada’s premier celebration of pickles and all things fermented, is coming to Big Rock Brewery in Calgary on August 29, 2026. This one-day, all-ages festival will bring together more than 40 local vendors for a day packed with interactive experiences, pickle tastings, live music, and plenty of briny surprises.
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GlobalFest Lights up Calgary’s Nights — NEW LOCATION
Are you ready for a trip around the world?! GlobalFest is back from August 27 – 30, 2026, and it will be bigger and better than ever at its new home, Spruce Meadows. Besides the iconic international fireworks, you’ll find expanded cultural programming and experiences, delicious global flavours, and amazing
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Métis Stampede Festival
Everyone is invited to the Métis Stampede Festival on July 4, 2026. This vibrant cultural day showcases the richness of Métis heritage, with traditional music, dancing, crafts, games, and storytelling for all ages. Métis Stampede Festival: Date: July 4, 2026 Time: 10 AM – 5 PM (Times TBC) Venue: The
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SOLD OUT Afro-Caribbean Festival
This event appears to be sold out. The Afro-Caribbean Festival is coming to Calgary on September 5 – 6, 2026, for a celebration of the Caribbean, Africa, and all the food, vendors, culture, and music you will love. There’s a Kids’ Corner, too! Afro-Caribbean Festival: Date: September 5 – 6,
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Your Guide to Summer Festivals in Calgary!
Calgary is a great city for enjoying a wide variety of festivals: food, international culture, music and more … there really is always something to celebrate! The festival season in Calgary is great fun, and many festivals are free! So without further ado… here are the summer festivals coming up
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Cheer for Your Favourite at the Calgary Dragon Boat Festival
Come to North Glenmore Park on August 7 – 9, 2026, for the Calgary Dragon Boat Race & Festival! From a 2000-year-old Chinese legend, Dragon Boat Racing remains a tradition to this day. The dragon boat competition illustrates camaraderie, teamwork, and inspiration. Enjoy FREE entry, a Kids’ Zone, a marketplace,
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Enjoy Labour Day Weekend with BBQ on the Bow
What’s Labour Day weekend without a little BBQ? Or maybe a giant BBQ? BBQ on the Bow is an annual Kansas City BBQ Society BBQ Competition. It will take place from September 4 – 6, 2026. Their vision is to be a “free, fun, family-oriented annual culinary festival featuring one
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Honens Festival: Enjoy a FREE Open-Air Concert
As summer’s rays fade into fall, the Honens Festival, which runs from September 10 – 13, 2026, presents a live outdoor music concert. On September 12 or 13, 2026, bring your sunglasses and a picnic blanket to soak up the warmth of the September sun in Calgary or High River
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