Epicurean Calgary

August 2019

August 15-24, 2019

GlobalFest 2019

Elliston Park, 1827 68 St. S.E.

Tickets:
General Admission: $16
July 28-August 24 (Regular): $21
Finale: $21
GlobalPass: $46
VIP: $46
Special VIP Guest Pass: $176
Admission is free for children 5 years of age and under when accompanied by an adult

International Fireworks Competition
Elliston Park - There are three entrances to Elliston Park - two entrances off of 17 Avenue (International Avenue) SE and one along 60 Street SE.
Thursday, August 15: USA
Saturday, August 17: Spain
Tuesday, August 20: China
Thursday, August 22: Canada
Saturday, August 24: Finale

OneWorld Festival
August 15, 17, 20, 22, and 24
Time: 6:00 p.m.-11:30 p.m.
Elliston Park - Entrance at the corner of 17th Ave and 60th Street S.E.
Elliston Park opens at 6:00 p.m., so come early, set up your lawn chairs and take in the sights, sounds, smells, and tastes that the OneWorld Festival has to offer. Pavilions from some of Calgary's unique cultural communities will be showcasing their heritage dress, cultural music, incredible performances, and interactive activities for all. Take a stroll through the Night Market; featuring vendors that will have authentic handcrafted arts and keepsakes.
The OneWorld Festival will play host to various activities on site:
OneWorld Village with 23 Cultural Pavilions and 3 Performance Stages
OneWorld Cafe (7 Ethnic Food Booths) & International Bar
Food Trucks
Night Market
Calgary has the world in its hands embracing diversity across the planet through food, drink, entertainment, fireworks, and tons of family fun.

Cultural Pavilions
Africa
Azerbaijan
Bangladesh
Blackfoot Crossing Historical Park Tipi
Brasil
Caribbean
Chile
China
Francophonie Calgary
India
Iran
Mexico
Pakistan
Philippines
Romania
Scotland
Slovenia
Spain
Thailand
Turkey
Urban Arts
Venezuela

Ethnic Food Booths
Deli Q
Eat A Pita
India
Indonesian Kitchen
Philippines
T&T Caribbean
Taste of Vietnam
Tryzub Ukrainian

Food Trucks
Arepas Ranch
Corn Roasters Canada
Empanada Queen
Fiasco Gelato
Jacked Up Coffee
Jane Bond Mongolian Grill
Lazy Dog Lemonades
Lil’ Orbits Mini-Donuts
Red Plate
Shabba Shawarma
Shogun Teppanyaki Grill
So Yum Eh!
Sugar Creek Kettle Corn
Taiko Taco
Wannawafel
Whales Tails

Night Market
Arcane Coda
Corabella Handcrafted Wirework Jewellery
Jungle Flare
Pup Town Paws Pet Supplies
Tails Of the Misunderstood Canine Rescue Society
Come see what featured vendors have to offer. Experience for yourself the cultural atmosphere and authentic arts and keepsakes that only the GlobalFest Night Market can offer.

GlobalFest burst onto the scene in 2003 with 10 cultural pavilions and three countries competing in Calgary's very own international fireworks competition. On the fourth and final night of the international competition, the festival celebrated a remarkable accomplishment. The festival had attendance of close to 100,000 in the very first year, making GlobalFest one of Calgary's top draws for local citizens and tourists alike.
GlobalFest's mandate as a not-for-profit society is to produce an inclusive, world class, multi-faceted arts and culture festival that celebrates and showcases cultural diversity and artistic excellence within our communities and across the globe.

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August 16-17, 2019

Carifest

Olympic Plaza, 228 8 Ave. S.E., Shaw Millennium Park, 1220 9 Ave. S.W., and Marquee Beer Market & Stage, 4630 Macleod Trail South

Friday, August 16
6:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m.
Steel Drum Concert, Shaw Millennium Park
Pan In The Park
On August 16 the steel pan will come alive at Shaw Millennium Park. This event will feature bands from Edmonton, Lethbridge and Calgary. Throughout the evening you can expect to be treated to some of the best live Caribbean flavoured percussion and steel drumming!
Free admission

9:00 p.m.-2:00 a.m.
DAY ONE ft. Machel Montano, Marquee Beer Market & Stage
The #1 name in Soca, Machel Montano, returns to Calgary to open the annual Carifest festival on ‘DAY ONE’ at Marquee Beer Market and Stage. Fresh off yet another spectacular Trinidad Carnival season plus the release of the G.O.A.T project, this fete can’t be missed. Tickets: $79-$150

Saturday, August 17
11:00 a.m. Parade beginning at Olympic Plaza
Carifest Parade
Don’t forget about the main attraction of Carifest – the parade! This highly anticipated event takes place on Saturday, August 17 and draws in over 20,000 visitors and Calgary residents annually!

2:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
The Sunshine Festival, Shaw Millennium Park
Sunshine Festival
To cool down after the parade, head to Shaw Millennium Park to take in the sweet sounds of some of the best Soca artists — Alison Hinds and Patrice Roberts!
Free admission

Celebrate Caribbean Arts and Culture
On Friday August 16, Carifest 2019 starts at 6:00 p.m. at Shaw Millennium Park with a Steelpan Fiesta. Come listen and dance to the tantalising sound of the steel drums. Bands from Edmonton, Vancouver and Calgary will entertain an audience of all ages. Food trucks and beer garden.
On Saturday August 17 the parade starts at 11:00 a.m. at Olympic Plaza with hundreds of Masqueraders as they dance to the rhythms of Caribbean Music down Stephen Avenue to Shaw Millennium Park.
Everyone is WELCOME to join the Sunshine celebration at Shaw Millennium Park at 2:00 p.m. and enjoy Caribbean entertainment with local, international bands, dance performances, beer garden, food, art and more for FREE!!

Featuring:
Live performances by Alison Hinds and Patrice Roberts

Friday August 16th 2019, the #1 name in Soca, Machel Montano, returns to Calgary to open the annual Carifest festival on ‘DAY ONE’ at Marquee Beer Market and Stage, Calgary.
Fresh off yet another spectacular Trinidad Carnival season plus the release of the G.O.A.T project, this fete can’t be missed.

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August 16-18, 2019

Expo Latino 2019

Prince's Island Park, 698 Eau Claire Ave. S.W.

Friday, August 16
6:00 p.m.-10:30 p.m.
Ismael Miranda
FREE with a non-perishable food item for the Food Bank]

Saturday, August 17
12:00 p.m.-11:30 p.m.
Los Adolescentes
FREE from noon-1:00 p.m.

Sunday, August 18
Willie Panamá
12:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m.
FREE from noon-1:00 p.m.

Tickets:
Advance Weekend Passes: $35
Seniors (65+) or Youth (13-17) Weekend Pass: $25
Children 12 and under free
Daily pass online: $25
$15 – Seniors or Youth Day Pass
FREE admission for children under 12

Western Canada's largest latin festival. Celebrating it's 23rd anniversary, Expo Latino heats up Prince's Island Park August 16-18, featuring World class performances igniting the stage with music and dance. Sample exotic foods, shop at the Art Market, or take a sizzling spin on the dance floor; Expo Latino has something for everyone.
For its 23rd edition, the Expo Latino Festival will unite with the International Salsa Festival to celebrate the 55th anniversary of the Salsa music genre. The Expo Latino Festival, in collaboration with the International Salsa Festival of Miami and the Festival Internacional de la Salsa of México, celebrates the 55th anniversary of the Salsa genre in what will probably be the biggest Salsa event in Canada. Everyone is invited to Expo Latino to be part of the largest dance crowd and break a new record.
This tribute to Salsa includes some of the key singers in the genre such as Ismael Miranda, who is one of the most representative Salsa singers, and Willie Panamá, who is one of the top singers in Panama. Los Adolescentes will also be playing with their incredible band, which is known for its fresh sound and infectious rhythms. The Expo Latino Festival and Tourism Calgary will also award the 2019 White Hat Recognition to a special guest, “El Sonero del Mundo”, Oscar D’ Leon for his contribution to Salsa music.
This will also be a grand opportunity to celebrate Ismael Miranda’s 50-year-long musical career, Los Adolescentes for their 25 years, and Willie Panama for his contribution to Salsa in Panama and for being a uniting force within the genre. Producer Luis Francisco Mendoza will also be recognized for being part of the history of salsa. Similarly, producer Henry Salazar Mouré will be recognized for his constant passion and non stop support within the genre.
The MCs for the festival will be Alberto Mauco (Miami), Magaly Cuvillier (Montreal), Cesar Altamirano (Calgary), and Cristina Rosati (Calgary). There will be three consecutive days of Hispanic musical and cultural presentations with important local artists such as Oliver Miguel & The Revolución. There will be also Latin dance academies, folkloric groups, cultural stands, souvenirs, contests, and Latin food.
Creating experiences of discovery and learning through the celebration of people, music and dance. EXPO LATINO 2019 is presented by Hispanic Arts Society of Calgary and is all about latin art and culture, music and dancing, handicrafts and jewellery stalls, great food and, of course, a beer garden.

Performers:
Willie Panamá
Ismael Miranda
Los Adolescentes
Oscar D’ Leon
Oliver Miguel & The Revolución
and more

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August 17, 2019

Franco Festival Calgary

Olympic Plaza, 228 8 Ave. S.E.

11:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m.

Free Admission

Calgary Francophonie, Cultural Village, Kids Village, Rouleauville Square, Bistro and Food, Workshops, Stage
Franco Festival Calgary (FFC), the first Francophone Multicultural festival in Calgary, was established in August 2011 and is an initiative of Le Portail de l’Immigrant Association (PIA), a non-for-profit organization which launches a variety of projects in different areas such as education, awareness, promotion of immigration and diversity, sociocultural and economic integration.
Franco Festival Calgary is a celebration the scope of multiculturalism that exists within the Francophone community. Francophone culture from Africa, Europe, Asia, South America and North America is presented through music, dance, food, crafts and many other exhibitions. Franco Festival demonstrates the magnitude and diversity of Canadian heritage.
Enjoy Calgary Francophonie, Cultural Village, Kids Village, Rouleauville Square, Bistro and Food, Workshops, Stage, and more.

Calgary Francophonie
A large number of Francophone community organizations offering French language services in various sectors in Calgary. 
Come, meet, exchange and discover the services offered!

Cultural Village
Countries at the Festival:
Algeria
Benin
Cameroon
Congo-Brazzaville
Ivory Coast
Egypt
Ethiopia
Haïti
India
Jamaïca
Mali
Pakistan
Democratic Republic of Congo
Rwanda
Senegal

Kids Village
The Franco Festival Calgary offers a children's village open from 1:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. with various activities and workshops:
Activities Offered
- Inflatable games,
- Makeup and Balloons
- Art, DIY
The children will be able to embark in the swimming pool for a refreshing moment. Do not forget swimsuits!
Do not miss the children's village, where the team will animate crafts and other activities for the whole family!

Rouleauville Square
1. Welcome to Rouleauville
2. Terre de Ruper
3. The travellers
4. The Métis
5. 1871
6. BVC-SPFC

Society for the Francophone Heritage of Calgary

Bistro and Food
Continue your journey around the world discovering various flavours and gastronomic traditions. The FFC is also the discovery of special flavours with Village Brewery, Food Trucks, and more.

Workshops
Come discover and learn in the workshop section
Crochet Jewelry creation
Paper Jewelry creation
Henna
Caricature
Art creation with Rumble House

Stage Artists
Sacha
Powerhouze
Dépaysés
Cristian De La Luna
Renelle Roy
Brazilian Heat
Mitsho Mundos

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August 17, 2019

Chinatown Street Festival 2019

2nd and 3rd Ave. and 1st Street S.E.

Time: 11:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m.

Free Admission

Experience the Silk Road
In school, many of us learned about the Silk Road, the historical trade routes between China and the Far East to South Asia and the Middle East where spices, cloth, tea, soaps, jewelry and more were exchanged or sold. On Saturday August 17th, come experience the Silk Road at Calgary Chinatown's 18th Chinatown Street Festival (CSF2019) and join 35,000+ people in one of six festival different zones - Cultural, Merchants, Food, Performance, Family Fun plus the Hidden Gems of Chinatown. Come experience Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and other southeast Asian experiences plus Indian, Pakistani, Nepalese, and other cultures of the South and Middle East. This promises to be satisfying family time.
Organized by the Calgary Chinese Merchants Association, The Chinatown Street Festival is Chinatown's Premiere Summer Multi-Cultural Festival, a combination of Food & Merchant Booth Tents and Entertainment featured on the Main Stage. The event is located in the heart of Chinatown. With the generous support from the Sponsors and Volunteers, this year's Festival will include many cultural activities, evening events, entertainment and great prizes.
At the Main Stage, the festival kicks off with the Lion Dance followed by variety shows of Chinese opera, singing, folk dancing; magic shows and carried into dusk with live bands. Be part of this one day showcase of the Chinatown Community featuring culture, arts, unique shopping and dining experiences. Sample authentic Chinese foods, play a game of Mah-Jong, a challenging game of Chinese Chess, or check your fortune. Bring the kids to the community Family Fun Zone hosted by the Calgary Flames to enjoy great family fun, alimni and player autographs, street hockey, and hockey skills challenge. Wander into a photo exhibit display of Chinese Culture.
Conclude with live entertainment, draw prizes or take home some souvenirs with bargain prices from the local merchants.

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August 30-September 1, 2019

BBQ on the Bow Festival 2019

Montgomery Community Centre/Shouldice Park, 5003 16th Avenue N.W.

Schedule
Friday, August 30
6:00-11:00 p.m.
Bow River BBQ Banquet and Dance
Tickets: $50, $60 at the door
Montgomery Community Centre
Join BBQ on the Bow on Auguat 30 the fourth annual Bow River Banquet – Blues and BBQ.  Enjoy live music from the amazing Peter and The Wolves and slow cooked BBQ feast.

Saturday, August 31
8:00 a.m. Team Move In and Set-up
1:00 p.m. Head Cooks Meeting
3:00 p.m. Kids Q Turn-In
4:00 p.m. Chef’s Choice Turn-In

Main Stage Entertainment 2019
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Darren Johnson
12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. Liz Stevens
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Jay Coda Walker
3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. The Torchettes
5:00 p.m.– 6:00 p.m. The Lovebullies
6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. The Groove Crew
Beer Gardens: 11:00 a.m.–8:30 p.m.

Sunday, September 1
8:00 a.m. Team & Voluneer Breakfast
12:00 p.m. Chicken Turn-in
12:30 p.m. Pork Ribs Turn-in
1:00 p.m. Pork Butt Turn-in
1:30 p.m. Beef Brisket Turn-in
5:00 p.m. Awards Presentation

Main Stage Entertainment 2019
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Time Williams
12:45 p.m. – 1:45 p.m. The Backyard Betties
2:15 p.m. – 3:15 p.m. Mike Watson & The 6L6’s
3:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. The Lee Taylor Band
5:00 p.m. – 5:15 p.m. Awards
Beer Gardens: 11:00 a.m.–6:30 p.m.

Open to the public free of charge

BBQ on the Bow is an annually occurring Kansas City BBQ Society (KCBS)  sanctioned BBQ Competition and outdoor festival taking place at the Montgomery Community Association (Shouldice Park) during Labour Day long weekend. The mission is to spread the love, passion and joy for “southern style” BBQ  while simultaneously  celebrating and promoting local products, businesses and musicians. The BBQ on the Bow is free to attend and aims to provide something for all ages.
The 27th annual BBQ on the Bow Festival will be held at the Montgomery Community Centre on September 1st and 2nd. Up to $10,000 in cash prizes for Grand Champion, Reserve Champion, Third Overall, Fourth Overall, Individual Categories and Chef’s Choice. Teams compete for prize money, a chance to cook at the American Royal in Kansas City, and a shot to win a draw to compete at the World Invitational Jack Daniels BBQ Competition in Lynchburg, Tennessee.
Founded in 1993, the BBQ on the Bow was created to jointly promote “Southern BBQ” and Alberta agricultural products (pork, beef and chicken products). Now in it’s 27th year the event has endured  everything mother nature has had to throw at it and has evolved from a small competition with a  handful of teams to one of Canada’s premier competitions with over 35 teams competing annually.
This is Canada's Oldest BBQ Competition and home of the Alberta BBQ Championships. In the BBQ on the Bow "Alberta Championship", teams vie for recognition as the Grand Champion by earning the most points in all four required categories. These categories are: Chicken, Pork Ribs, Pork Butt (shoulder) and Beef Brisket. There is also a 5th category called 'Chef's Choice' but the points earned in this category do not count towards the BBQ on the Bow "Canadian Championship", just bragging rights.

Join in for a SMOKING HOT DAY of activities.
Activities:
- KCBS BBQ Competition
- Kids Q BBQ Competition
Food Demonstrations
- A variety of local food vendors/ bbq competitors will be teaching their secret recipes
Interact with BBQ Competitors
- Learn more about the craft
- Get tips and advice
Live Music and Beer Gardens
Kids Zone
- Children’s Playground
- Face painting
Food Trucks
- Opportunity to purchase from BBQ food trucks and variety of other local vendors
Marketplace
- A variety of companies will be on site selling merchandise

BBQ on the Bow is pleased to partner with the Canadian BBQ Society, a new BBQ organization in Canada tracking Canadian Teams and their competition successes.
The History
The Barbeque on the Bow Society, established in 1993, is a registered not-for-profit organization. The society is committed to enhancing the quality of life in Calgary socially, culturally and economically and hosts the "Alberta Championship" for Kansas City (Southern) style BBQ. The goals of the Society are achieved through production of an annual family oriented festival.
The BBQ Competition
Competitive barbecuing began over 40 years ago in the United States. Today, more than 500 Canadian and American cities host BBQ championships. Most are sponsored as community awareness festivals or charity fundraisers. Competing teams are made up of a 'Chief Cook' and up to 3 assistant cooks. Whether seasoned BBQ competitors or beginner chefs, these enthusiastic teams are up all night tending the fire and basting the meat.
In the BBQ on the Bow "Alberta Championship", teams vie for recognition as the Grand Champion by earning the most points in all four required categories. These categories are: Chicken, Pork Ribs, Pork Butt (shoulder) and Beef Brisket. There are also 2 extra category competitions called 'BBQ Sauce and Chef's Challenge' however the points earned in these categories do not count towards the BBQ on the Bow Grand Championship, just bragging rights.

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September 2019

September 6-7, 2019

Great Canadian Beer Festival

Royal Athletic Park, 1014 Caledonia Avenue, Victoria, B. C.

Sept. 6th, 4:00 p.m.to 9:00 p.m.
Sept. 7th, 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Tickets: $40
Friday & Saturday Weekend Pass: $70.00
includes your taster glass, program and BC Transit Get Home Safe bus ticket.
Beer tokens are $2.00 each, sold inside the stadium only.

NO TICKETS ON SALE AT THE DOOR!

The Victoria Beer Society hosts the 27th annual Great Canadian Beer Festival returns to Victoria on September 6 & 7. This year, more than 90 breweries and 2 cideries will have a booths featuring over 250 beers and ciders. Also, The Alberta Brewers Booth returns with 8 memebers many breweries sill be serving up unique cask beer. Returning will be local food vendors, live entertainment and more!
The Great Canadian Beer Festival has become one of the world's must attend beer events. People from all over the globe seek out Victoria and the GCBF every year; brewers from Australia, volunteers from England and beer lovers from all over. The little annual beer festival first held in 1993 has blossomed into a truly international event.
The GCBF is held each year on the first weekend after Labour Day with over 90 craft breweries from across Canada and the USA and more than 8000 happy people coming together in the beautiful city of Victoria to celebrate the diversity of the brewers' craft.
As always, there is non-stop entertainment by local acts and once again there will be a fantastic selection of food offered by local restaurants and caterers. Join in this year in Canada's beer capital for lots of fun, sun and some really great beers!

2019 Breweries
British Columbia
33 Brewing Experiment
4 Mile Brewing
Ace Brewing
Andina Brewing
Axe & Barrel Brewing
Bad Dog Brewing
Barnside Brewing
Bomber Brewing
Bridge Brewing
Britannia Brewing
Cannery Brewing
Canoe Brewpub
Category 12 Brewing
Coal Harbour Brewing
Container Brewing
Crannog Ales
CrossRoads Brewing
Dageraad Brewing
Dead Frog Brewery
Dogwood Brewing
Driftwood Brewery
East Vancouver Brewing 
Faculty Brewing
Fernie Brewing
Field House Brewing
Foamers’ Folly Brewing
Four Winds Brewing
Fuggles & Warlock Craftworks
Gladstone Brewing
Howl Brewing
Hoyne Brewing
Île Sauvage Brewing
KPU Brew Lab
Lighthouse Brewing
Longwood Brewery
Luppolo Brewing
Monkey 9 Brewing
Moody Ales
Moon Under Water
Mount Arrowsmith Brewing
Off the Rail Brewing
Old Abbey Ales
Parallel 49 Brewing
Parkside Brewery
Phillips Brewing & Malting
Ravens Brewing
Red Racer Beer
Russell Brewing
Rustic Reel Brewing
Small Block Brewing
Smithers Brewing
Sooke Brewing
Sooke Oceanside Brewery
Spinnakers Brewpub
Steamworks Brewing
Steel & Oak Brewing
Strange Fellows Brewing
Strathcona Beer
Swans Brewery
Torchlight Brewing
Townsite Brewing
Trading Post Brewing
Twa Dogs Brewery
Twin City Brewing
Vancouver Island Brewing
Wheelhouse Brewing
Whistle Buoy Brewing
Whistler Brewing
White Sails Brewing
Wildeye Brewing
Wolf Brewing
Yellow Dog Brewing
Yukon
Winterlong Brewing

Alberta
Analog Brewing
Annex Ales
Blindman Brewing
The Dandy Brewing Co.
Dog Island Brewing
The Establishment Brewing Co.
Last Best Brewing
Town Square Brewing

Saskatchewan
9 Mile Legacy
Black Bridge Brewing
Malty National Brewery
Nokomis Ales

Manitoba
Torque Brewing

Ontario
Beau’s Brewing
Bench Brewing
Collective Arts Brewing
Nickel Brook Brewing

Québec
Dieu du Ciel!
Glutenberg Brewery
Les Trois Mousquetaires

Nova Scotia
2 Crows Brewing
Big Spruce Brewery
Tatamagouche Brewing

Cider (BC)
Merridale Ciderworks
Tod Creek Cider

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