June 2026
Sunday, June 21: Attend one of the local events happening on National Indigenous Peoples Day.
Monday, June 22: Hear some great music during the JazzYYC Summer Festival (runs from June 22 to 28).
Tuesday, June 23: Bring a book to an outdoor read-a-thon in Central Memorial Park.
Wednesday, June 24: Don your soccer jersey for the Canada vs. Switzerland FIFA World Cup watch party in Eau Claire Plaza.
Thursday, June 25: Attend a free outdoor movie screening of Scott Pilgrim vs. the World at High Park.
Friday, June 26: Sing along with country music bands and artists at Country Thunder (runs June 26 to 28).
Saturday, June 27: Check out a new Tyrannosaurus rex experience at Telus Spark (runs from June 27 to November 29).
Sunday, June 28: Fill up on seafood at Rodney’s Oyster Fest and Shucking Competition.
Monday, June 29: Spruce up your outdoor space by visiting a local garden centre.
Tuesday, June 30: Hop in the sauna at Calgary’s first Tality Wellness location in East Village.
July 2026
Wednesday, July 1: See an exciting fireworks show on Canada Day.
Thursday, July 2: Attend the Calgary Stampede’s Sneak-A-Peek night.
Friday, July 3: See world-class equestrians compete at Spruce Meadows’ North American tournament (runs July 1 to 5).
Saturday, July 4: Visit Mexifest for dancing, live music, wrestling, tasty eats and more (runs from July 3 to 5).
Sunday, July 5: Dig into a Stampede pancake breakfast.
Monday, July 6: Taste amazing Stampede-inspired fare (and vote for the People’s Choice Award) at The District at Beltline’s 4th Annual Stampede Chef Showdown.
Tuesday, July 7: Watch events like barrel racing, bull riding, steer wrestling and more at the Stampede rodeo.
Wednesday, July 8: Watch a new high dive show on the Stampede grounds.
Thursday, July 9: Shop from Indigenous vendors and see cultural demonstrations at Elbow River Camp.
Friday, July 10: Go to incredible concerts at the Afro Switch music festival.
Saturday, July 11: Support local artisans and makers at the Marda Loop Night Market.
Sunday, July 12: Order some cereal-infused soft serve at Tat’s Treats.
Monday, July 13: Sip on a cocktail at the newly opened Stable Palms Club in Kensington.
Tuesday, July 14: Listen to beautiful songs at a chamber music festival (runs from July 14 to 19).
Wednesday, July 15: Go to the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo to check out the Asian Highlands in the revamped Imagine Asia zone (launches July 15).
Thursday, July 16: Order a picnic basket from River Café and enjoy it in Prince’s Island Park.
Friday, July 17: Check out Omatsuri, a local Japanese festival (runs on July 17 and 18).
Saturday, July 18: Shop for tasty eats at Avenue’s 2026 Best Things to Eat and Drink Market.
Sunday, July 19: Immerse yourself in Latin culture at Fiestaval (July 17 to 19).
Monday, July 20: Order a creative cool treat during YYC Ice Cream Fest (runs July 17 to August 16).
Tuesday, July 21: Go to Broadway Across Canada’s production of Clue (runs from July 21 to 26).
Wednesday, July 22: Go salsa dancing by the Bow River (runs Wednesdays until September 9).
Thursday, July 23: Meet your friends at River Hall for a drink (runs Thursdays to Sundays, from July 23 to September 27).
Friday, July 24: Look back on Calgary’s history during Historic Calgary Week (runs from July 24 to August 3).
Saturday, July 25: Shop, eat and explore the neighbourhood during Inglewood Sunfest.
Sunday, July 26: See a concert at the Calgary Folk Music Festival (runs from July 23 to 26).
Monday, July 27: Spend the day golfing with a friend.
Tuesday, July 28: Cool down with an ice cream flight at Made by Marcus.
Wednesday, July 29: Shop from local vendors at the U/D Night Market.
Thursday, July 30: Head to Cowboys Park to go skateboarding at the biggest outdoor skatepark in Canada.
Friday, July 31: See a theatre production at Calgary Fringe Theatre Festival (runs from July 31 to August 8).
August 2026
Saturday, August 1: Cheer on the Calgary Wild FC as the soccer team takes on AFC Toronto at McMahon Stadium.
Sunday, August 2: Fill up on tasty bites and drinks at Taste of Calgary (runs from July 30 to August 3).
Monday, August 3: Go for a thrilling ride on a 1.8-kilometre track with Downhill Karting.
Tuesday, August 4: Drive out to Okotoks to see an Okotoks Dawgs baseball game.
Wednesday, August 5: Check out one of the many activities and new murals happening during the 2026 BUMP Festival (runs from August 3 to 17).
Thursday, August 6: Attend Design Week Calgary to discover more about Calgary’s talented design community (runs from August 6 to 8).
Friday, August 7: Cheer on the racers at the Calgary Dragon Boat Race & Festival (runs from August 7 to 9).
Saturday, August 8: Shop for pottery or sign up for a workshop at the new Bao Bao Studio in Montgomery.
Sunday, August 9: Explore Marda Loop during the Marda Gras Street Festival’s 41st edition.
Monday, August 10: Enjoy a tasty dining experience during Alberta on the Plate (runs from August 7 to 16).
Tuesday, August 11: Take in the wildlife at the Inglewood Bird Sanctuary.
Wednesday, August 12: Soak up the sun, cold drink in hand, on a rooftop patio.
Thursday, August 13: Head to McMahon Stadium to see the Calgary Stampeders play the BC Lions.
Friday, August 14: Celebrate Caribbean culture at Carifest (runs from August 14 to 16).
Saturday, August 15: Spend the day watching cultural performances and eating tasty bites at the Calgary Chinatown Street Festival.
Sunday, August 16: Check out Expo Latino, a huge Latin festival in Prince’s Island Park (runs from August 14 to 16).
Monday, August 17: Order delicious Thai fare at Thai Siam’s new second location near CF Chinook Centre.
Tuesday, August 18: Take a stroll through downtown and listen to a local podcast about design, entrepreneurship and creativity.
Wednesday, August 19: Travel back to the ’60s during a Stage West musical performance of Beehive (runs from June 26 to August 30).
Thursday, August 20: Check out a 1,000-pound butter sculpture in a new exhibit at Contemporary Calgary (on now until November 8).
Friday, August 21: Lounge by the pool at Hotel Arts.
Saturday, August 22: Enjoy a day of beer, music and art at Dandy Fest.
Sunday, August 23: Fill up on freshly grilled meats and barbecue snacks at Brewery & the Beast.
Monday, August 24: Attempt the outdoor climbing wall at Calgary Climbing Centre’s Rocky Mountain location.
Tuesday, August 25: Get some hand rolls at Hello Nori’s first Calgary location in Bridgeland.
Wednesday, August 26: Cool down on the Timber Falls log ride at Calaway Park.
Thursday, August 27: Catch the show-stopping fireworks at GlobalFest (runs from August 27 to 30).
Friday, August 28: Laugh it up at the Great Outdoors Comedy Festival (runs from August 28 to 30).
Saturday, August 29: Enjoy all things pickled at Calgary’s first Picklefest.
Sunday, August 30: Play a tennis match on one of The City of Calgary’s 160+ outdoor courts.
Monday, August 31: Celebrate love during Calgary Pride Week (runs from August 31 to September 6).
September 2025
Tuesday, September 1: Order some pho at Pho Pham’s newest location in Chinatown.
Wednesday, September 2: Go for a run with one of Calgary’s many run crews.
Thursday, September 3: Grab a cocktail at Felina’s on the upper level of Tailgunner Brewing Co.
Friday, September 4: Shop from local vendors at the Inglewood Night Market.
Saturday, September 5: Chow down on plant-based bites at VegFest.
Sunday, September 6: Relax at Thermae Eleven, a new outdoor hydrotherapy spa.
Monday, September 7: Take your bike for a spin on the West Confederation Bicycle Pump Track.
Tuesday, September 8: Go see Theatre Calgary’s 2026-27 season opener, First Métis Man of Odesa (runs from September 8 to 27).
Wednesday, September 9: Enjoy delicious Japanese dishes at Nobushi Kitchen and Bar.
Thursday, September 10: Hear incredible piano performances during the 2026 Honens Festival (runs from September 10 to 13).
Friday, September 11: Bring your family for a free outdoor movie night in Sunalta.
Saturday, September 12: Enjoy a tasty day at the Barley & Smoke barbecue event in support of Kids Cancer Care.
Sunday, September 13: See the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra perform a free outdoor concert in Prince’s Island Park.
Monday, September 14: Order a burger and milkshake at Shake Shack’s first Alberta location inside CF Chinook Centre.
Tuesday, September 15: Go for a relaxing walk in a Calgary park.
Wednesday, September 16: Book a restaurant tasting tour through the Taste the City app.
Thursday, September 17: Pop into the Esker Foundation to see a free art exhibition.
Friday, September 18: Sip on tasty wines at the Rocky Mountain Wine & Food Festival (runs on September 18 and 19).
Saturday, September 19: Book a Pedal Pub experience with some friends.
Sunday, September 20: Head to Heritage Park for the 40th anniversary of Railway Days (runs on September 19 and 20).
Monday, September 21: Take your pup to one of Calgary’s 160 off-leash park areas.
