In honour of the National Music Centre’s Black History Month Celebration, you can enjoy FREE entry on February 7, 2026! It will be a vibrant day celebrating the legacy, creativity, and future of Calgary’s Black community. Enjoy musical performances, a fashion show, and more. Studio Bell Black History Month: Date:
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Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre (NMC), is ready to rock for Canada’s birthday! Explore Canada’s rich musical history with FREE admission on July 1, 2025, plus live music and hands-on activities. To thank the community for its support, NMC will also be offering 50% off all NMC
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Visit Studio Bell at the National Music Centre on June 21, 2025, for National Indigenous Peoples Day. You can join a free live event with performances by Beatrice Deer, Norvin Eagle Speaker, and more. Admission to Studio Bell is free for everyone on June 21, National Indigenous Peoples Day, from
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Family Day is the perfect time for families to connect through music! This Family Day, the National Music Centre (NMC) will be opening Studio Bell with FREE admission and live music. Calgary’s own Backyard Betties will be the musical headliners. Enjoy a day of fun, musical exploration and interactive activities,
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Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre, is Calgary’s home to hear the story of music in Canada. Check out these special events! Aria Going to the Opera? Opera’s Timeless Tales: Myths, Legends, and Fairytales Gods, heroes, and magical creatures take centre stage on January 31, 2026! Alberta Vocal
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Studio Bell is the gorgeous home of the National Music Centre of Canada. This institution is an exciting part of Calgary’s (and Canada’s!) music scene. Studio Bell houses five floors of exhibitions that tell the story of music in Canada, celebrate music icons at the Canadian Halls of Fame, and
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Music affects us all. It’s the background to good times (and bad), it creates mood and ambience, and it provides an escape from our everyday realities. Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre, opened in Calgary in 2016 and has been creating a space to celebrate and enjoy all
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