Epicurean Calgary

Epicurean Calgary
Calgary, AB
Canada
ph: 403-269-6592 ex. 2
epicureancalgary@yahoo.ca

What's Up Calendar

To get your event listed, or for more information on events below, please CALL or E-Mail us at 403-269-6592 ex. 2 or epicureancalgary@yahoo.ca

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Calgary Roughnecks

The 2019 NLL Champs Calgary Roughnecks return for the 2019-20 season. THE NLL SEASON IS POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. For more info, click here.

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Calgary Flames

The Flames return for the 2019-20 season. THE NHL SEASON IS POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. For more info, click here.

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Concerts and Special Events:

April 23, 2020
Mayday Parade – It Is What It Is Tour
(CANCELLED)

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April-June 2020

Spring Festivals

April 2020
April 6-7
ASBA Alberta Craft Brewing Convention (Red Deer, Alberta) (POSTPONED)

For a list of seasonal festivals in and around Calgary, click here. More to come.

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April-June 2020

Walks, Runs, Rides, Rolls, Strolls, Jogs, Etc.

Various Locations

April 2020
April 4
Light it Up Calgary (POSTPONED)

April 26
Calgary Police Half Marathon (POSTPONED)

To register, pledge, donate, or for more information, click here.

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March 2020

March 27-April 30, 2020

Planted3

Various locations

Friday March 27 (POSTPONED)
Plants, Pinot and Potions
Multipurpose Room at Canada Olympic Park, 151 Canada Olympic Rd. S.W.
6:00 p.m. - VIP reception: includes a “sneak peek”, welcoming cocktail, passed canapes
7:00 p.m. – General Admission: tastings from 15 restaurants, wine sampling
Tickets: $75
VIP Ticket: $100

Plants, Pinot and Potions is the kickoff event to the Planted 3 series, which is a celebration of vegan and vegetarian cuisine and is hosted by WinSport and executive chef Liana Robberecht.
Guests will have the opportunity to sample amazing dishes from chef stations representing 15 of Calgary’s finest restaurants. This is an interactive event where guests visit stations, meet chefs and taste inventive plant based dishes from the participating restaurants. Informal seating is available, mingling is encouraged.
Guests will meet chefs and taste inventive plant-based dishes from the participating restaurants while enjoying wine and cocktail sampling throughout this interactive evening. While the chefs will be impressing your taste buds with their creativity and genius, they will also be vying for the “Best in Taste” trophy, which is a new competition added to the Planted Series. Celebrity judges will be roaming the room finding the most palate-pleasing dish.
This event was created out of the desire to raise awareness of the beauty of vegan & vegetarian cuisine while highlighting the creative culinary teams behind the flavours that pair magically with pinot and cocktails. The silent auction this year will be the best with proceeds going to Starlight Children's Foundation. Items from participating restaurants, wine baskets and pampering experiences will be available. Planted is now in its third year and growing quickly, join in this exciting new event!

Featuring some of Calgary's finest restaurants:
ATCO Blue Flame Kitchen
Bridgette Bar
Calgary Petroleum Club
Calgary Zoo
Diner Deluxe
Donna Mac
Empire Provisions
Foreign Concept
Chef Jenny Kang
Hawthorn Dining Room
Meez Cuisine
Mélo Eatery
Oxbow Restaurant
Pinebrook Golf & Country Club
Ranchmen's Club
Royale
The Block Kitchen & Lounge
The Coup
Winebar Kensington
WinSport

March 28-April 30 (POSTPONED)
7 Days a Week Brunch
Diner Deluxe, 804 Edmonton Tr. N.E.
Aspen Landing, #104, 350 Aspen Glen Landing
Westman Village, 106 Mahogany Centre S.E.
Tickets: varies

March 29-April 30 (POSTPONED)
Royale, 730 17 Ave. S.W.
Tickets: varies

Tuesday, April 7, (CANCELLED)
6:00 p.m. and 8:30 p.m.
PLANTED3 Vegan Dinner
A 5-course dinner celebrating vegan cuisine!
Winebar Kensington, 1131 Kensington Rd. N.W.
Tickets: Vegan dinner - $55
Optional wine & cocktail pairing

Thursday, April 16 (TEMPORARILY CLOSED)
The Block, 2411 4 Street N.W.

Saturday, April 18 (TEMPORARILY CLOSED)
The Nash, 925 11 St. S.E.

Sunday, April 19 (TEMPORARILY CLOSED)
Bridgette Bar, 739 10 Ave. S.W.

TBD (TEMPORARILY CLOSED)
Foreign Concept, 1011 1st Street S.W.

Thursday, April 30 (POSTPONED)
The Planted Kingdom
ENMAX Conservatory, 1300 Zoo Rosd N.E.
7:00 p.m.
Tickets: $75
Immerse yourself in the Planted Kingdom and enjoy a spectacular experience with chefs tasting station featuring vegetarian & vegan bites nestled in the tropical ENMAX Conservatory. This is an interactive event where guests visit stations, meet chefs and taste inventive plant based dishes from the participating restaurants. Informal seating is available, mingling is encouraged.

Featuring some of Calgary's finest restaurants:
Calgary Zoo
WinSport
Bridgette Bar
The Coup
Royale
Petroleum Club
The Ranchmen's Club
The Block Kitchen & Lounge
The Nash
Orchard Restaurant
Alloy
Melo
Foreign Concept
Rouge

Featured Breweries:
Grizzly Paw
Zero Issue
Dandy Brewing
Half Hitch
Cold Garden

Featured Spirits:
Confluence Gin
Wildlife Vodka
Bridgeland Distillers

Welcome To Planted3
A celebration of Calgary's best vegan and vegetarian cuisine curated by WinSport Executive Chef Liana Robberecht.
Planted3 is a diner series curated by WinSport executive chef Liana Robberecht to celebrate and push the limits of vegan and vegetarian cuisine. An opening kick-off celebration will take place at WinSport with a chef-packed event for all foodies alike. Some of Calgary’s top restaurants and chefs will add to the series by featuring a special PLANTED themed menu during special dates around the city. A closing celebration will take place at the Calgary Zoo featuring a Planted3 Tasting Menu and great interactive events to celebrate all things vegetables and creativity.
The PLANTED dinner series has teamed up with the wonderful folks from Community Kitchen to help them raise money for their charity to help reduce hunger by promoting healthy food choices and enabling the community to educate, equip and feed themselves. Visit ckpcalgary.ca to learn more about Community Kitchen.

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March 30-April 1, 2020

The 2020 Nightclub & Bar Convention and Trade Show (POSTPONED TO JUNE 22-24, 2020)

Las Vegas Convention Centre, 3150 Paradise Rd., and various locations throughout Las Vegas, Nevada

Exhibit hall is open Tuesday and Wednesday, March 31-April 1.
Workshops and educational seminars are held March 30-April 1.

Registration: $159 USD-$699 USD
Workshops: $149 USD
Trainings: $149 USD
Certifications: $125 USD
Tours: $149 USD
Bootcamps: $299 USD
Party Pass: $99 USD/$119 USD Late
Individual Party Ticket: $39 USD/$49 USD Late

The Nightclub & Bar Show is by far the best bar, nightclub and beverage trade show for the bar and nightclub owners, operators, bartenders and other professionals in the industry. Share ideas and insights with more than 37,000 hospitality professionals and experience an outstanding educational program, the hottest new products and networking events beyond compare. Expect to network with more than 600 companies representing the hottest new products, spirits, beers, wines, POS and inventory control systems, games and other innovations. Don’t miss your chance to attend more than 100 events over three days across a dozen venues in Las Vegas.
Experience the next phase of the food and beverage industry at NxT! Located in an exclusive area on the Nightclub & Bar Show expo floor, NxT showcases the latest creations, trends and developments in a non-traditional environment. With the addition of live music, interactive games and educational power talks, NxT magnifies the future of the bar and restaurant industry with original tastings and the ability to test new tools in a casual environment while networking with key colleagues and suppliers from around the world.
The Nightclub & Bar Convention and Trade Show is the most comprehensive beverage and food event in the Western Hemisphere, This is the only place where you can see the latest innovations, hear secrets and trends from key players in the beverage industry and experience the ultimate in nightlife and networking.
- Thousands of booths on the exhibit hall floor
- Competitions and demonstrations
- Celebrity appearances
- More than 60 educational seminars
- Emerging Brands Pavilion
- Pre-Conference Workshops
- Keynote addresses by industry leaders including Spike TV's "Bar Rescue", John Taffer
- Shake It Up! Bartender Competition
- Cannabis Pavilion
- Craft Beer Park
- Mixology Trainings
- Certifications
- Tech Trends
- Conference Sessions Topic
- Tours & Bootcamps
- Boutique Brands Pavilion
- Welcome Kickoff Party held at Hakkasan
- Exciting nightly networking at Las Vegas hottest venues including Top 100 Party Parties at Encore Beach Club at Wynn, Hakkasan Nightclub at MGM Grand, Omnia at Caesar's Palace, Searsucker Restaurant at Caesars Palace, Jewel Nightclub at Aria, and more.

F&B Innovation Conference Sessions
New co-located event. Be at the forefront of the restaurant industry’s latest collection of innovative ingredients, technology, equipment, and beverage trends.

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April 2020

April 1, 2020

Mayor's Lunch for Arts Champions (POSTPONED)

Palomino Ballroom, BMO Centre, Stampede Park

Doors Open: 11:00 a.m.
Youth Arts Showcase: 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Lunch and Program: 12:00 p.m.–1:30 p.m.

Tickets: $95

The Mayor’s Lunch for Arts Champions welcomes new arts champions to the growing number of Calgarians who enrich and support our vibrant city. Recognize the achievements of award-winning Calgary artists, be inspired by rich conversation and build momentum for the future. See the transformational power of the arts at this year’s Mayor’s Lunch for Arts Champions on April 1. Join Mayor Naheed Nenshi and Calgary’s arts and business leaders at the 2020 Mayor’s Lunch for Arts Champions. Engage in lively conversation with old and new friends and enjoy a delightful lunch while celebrating outstanding achievement in the arts.
The Mayor’s Lunch for Arts Champions is a collaboration between Calgary Arts Development and Mayor Naheed Nenshi.
In consultation with business and cultural industry advisors, this event was developed as a new way of expanding the circle of Arts Champions in Calgary, building on the Mayor’s Luncheon for Business and the Arts’ long history of bringing together the business and arts sectors.
The Mayor’s Lunch for Arts Champions celebrates the transformative power of the arts, building momentum for the future.
Proceeds from this event go to artists and arts organizations through granting programs.

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April 1-3, 2020

2020 Picture This...Film Festival (POSTPONED)

Calgary Scope Society, 219-18 St. S.E.

Schedule:
Wednesday and Friday: 10:00 a.m.-Noon and 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.
Thursday: 10:00 a.m.-Noon, 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m., 6:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m.

Festival Tickets:
$10.00 - Adult One-Day Pass
$7.50 - low income, students and seniors rate at the door
$5.00 - youth under 16 years
$20.00 - Adult Three-Day Pass

"Connecting, Communicating & Networking"
The 20th annual Picture this...film festival will be held April 1st through April 3rd.
Started in 2001, Picture this...film festival is both a competitive and exhibition festival. The festival features films that are about disability and/or films on any subject that were produced, directed and/or written by people with disabilities.
Films are entered into one of five genres; animation, documentary, drama, education or performance. Films may also be in time sub-catagories e.g., drama 10-30 minutes. Films maybe of any length.
Everyone can participate in this event and feel they have been entertained, learned something new or have a greater understanding of disability around the world.
Picture this...film festival operates beyond the annual event through Picture this...on the road series of mini-festivals and themed programmes.
The Picture this...film festival is an initiative of the Calgary SCOPE Society, which is a registered Non-Profit Society and is a recipient of The Ability Media International (AMI) Award in 2011 which recognises and celebrates artistic excellence that promotes a more inclusive world.

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April 2, 2020

The 2020 California Wine Fair (POSTPONED TO SEPTEMBER 29, 2020)

Hudson, 200 8 Avenue S.W.

7:00 p.m.-9:30 p.m.

Tickets: $125

The wine event of the year is back! Join Safe Haven Foundation at the California Wine Fair where wine lovers have an elite opportunity to sample premium and super-premium wines from a wide variety of vintners. Calgary is the only stop in Alberta for this all-inclusive, walk-around event and all samples are included in your ticket price, no additional coupon purchase required. Participants gain full access to enjoy a wide selection of over 400 wines from 150 of California's top producers, while enjoying a delectable hors d'oeuvres menu created under the direction of Oliver & Bonacini Executive Chef, Ryan O’Flynn. Top the evening off with a stunning selection of silent auction packages. Net proceeds are in support of Safe Haven Foundation’s mission to Help Give Calgary’s Homeless and At-Risk Girls Their Future Back.
The California Wine Fair will be held at the Hudson once again this year. Hudson is a state-of-the-art, first-class event space in downtown Calgary, located on the sixth floor of the Hudson Bay's heritage building. A special evening showcasing the very best of California wines, premier cuisine and venue and a spectacular silent auction; with wonderful company - all for a great cause.

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April 2-4, 2020

Artifact Small Format Film Festival (POSTPONED)

cSPACE, 1721 29 Ave. S.W.

Festival Schedule:
Thursday, April 2
Film/Music Explosion Series: Jiajia Li + Andres Porras
7:00 p.m.
cSPACE
Tickets: $20 General Admission | $15 CSIF Members/Students/Seniors

Friday, April 3
Visiting Filmmaker Artist Talk: "The Film Festival Industrial Complex"
2:30 p.m.
Location TBA
FREE

Film/Music Explosion Series: Vanity Pope + Chelsea Yang-Smith
7:00 p.m.
cSPACE
Tickets: $20 General Admission | $15 CSIF Members/Students/Seniors

Saturday, April 4
Visiting Artist Workshop: Super 8 Seance with Aaron Zeghers
1:00 p.m.
Location TBA
Cost: TBA

Film/Music Explosion Series: Locutus + Eric Stroppel
7:00 p.m.
cSPACE
Tickets: $20 General Admission | $15 CSIF Members/Students/Seniors

After Party & Awards Announcement
9:00 p.m. onwards
cSPACE
Tickets: $20 General Admission | $15 CSIF Members/Students/Seniors

Tickets:
General Admission: $20
Student/CSIF Member: $15
3 Day Pass: $34.29
CSIF Member: $29.66

The Calgary Society of Independent Filmmakers presents the 28th Annual Artifact Small Format Film Festival (formerly the $100 Film Festival), happening April 2-4. Artifact is the longest-running film festival in Calgary, and one of the only ones in the world to exclusively screen Super 8 and 16mm films. This year the festival features over 50 films from all across the world, Visiting Artist Aaron Zeghers will be presenting a retrospective of his filmography throughout the festival, as well as an Artist Talk on Friday, April 3rd, and a Super 8 workshop on Saturday, April 4th, and much more!
The Artifact Small Format Film Festival is Calgary’s only celluloid-based film festival. When the $100 Film Festival was born in 1992, it showcased eight short films on Super 8. The name sprung from the challenge to shoot a short film on four rolls of Super 8 – which tallied to the cost of $100. In following years, the festival dropped the budgetary limit and allowed 16 mm film, which shifted the focus from low budget to quality small-format films. Thus, the name was changed to the Artifact Small Format Film Festival in 2017 so as to better represent the festival's role as an an international celebration of creative story telling on celluloid.
Each night of the festival will be kicked off with our Film/Music Explosion series, which features a live performance by a local artist, accompanied by a Super 8 music video directed by a local filmmaker. The show will continue with a themed shorts programme of Super 8 and 16mm films from around the world. Each screening will have a 15-minute intermission and will be followed by a Q&A with filmmakers.
Over the years, Artifact has expanded to include the popular Film/Music Explosion!, commission projects, and various partnerships. Artifact is one of only a handful of festivals worldwide that exhibit exclusively on small-format celluloid. They are proud to be among the select few that continue to keep this unique medium alive, and to draw celluloid lovers to Calgary each year.

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April 2-5, 2020

Calgary Dance Stampede (CANCELLED)

Hyatt Regency Calgary, 700 Centre Street S.E.

Schedule:
Thursday: 6:00 p.m., Official Kick Off Party
Friday: 8:00 a.m.-11:30 p.m.
Saturday: 7:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m.
Sunday: 7:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
6:30 p.m.: Annual Curling Classic "Neville Cup" After Part

Tickets:
Spectators: $10/Person
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC - FREE with donation of a non-perishable food item per person that will be distributed to the Calgary Food Bank
Stampede Passes are $190 before March 20 and $215 after; $225 at the door
General Passes are $135 before March 20 and $160 after; $170 at the door
Junior Passes (ages 13 to 17) are $125 before March 20 and $150 after; $160 at the door
Social Dancing Day Passes:
Friday: $55 before March 20; $65 after; $70 at the door
Saturday: $75 before March 20; $85 after; $90 at the door
Sunday: $45 before March 20; $55 after; $60 at the door
All Night Dance Parties: Friday: $20, Saturday: $25
Admission after 9:00 p.m. Friday. 8:00 p.m. Saturday

Campfire Ball, April 4
Doors Open at 5:45 p.m.
Dinner at 6:00 p.m.
Show Starts at 8:00 p.m.
Elegant Reception with Professional Showcase: $105 before March 20; $125 after
Show Only: $55 before March 20; $65 after

The Calgary Dance Stampede has it all. It is Canada's largest and longest running Country, West Coast Swing and Line Dance event featuring exciting international dance competitions in all three forms of dance, over 110 instructional workshops, 17,500 sq.ft. of dance floor across 6 rooms, the now famous Campfire Ball dinner and professional showcase and social dancing until the wee hours of the morning ... all under one roof.
Not only is the Calgary Dance Stampede Canada's largest and longest running Country, West Coast Swing and Line Dance event, it is a fully sanctioned, qualifying event for the United Country Western Dance Council (UCWDC) Country Dance World Championships and a points registry event for both the World Swing Dance Council (WSDC) and the Country Two Step Tour (CTST).
But it is not only about competition ...
Social dancers, spectators, show goers or competitors … the Calgary Dance Stampede has it all;
1) Exciting international dance competitions with top competitors from North America, Europe and Asia performing a variety of dance styles in glorious costumes, set in one of Calgary’s premier downtown hotel and convention venues
2) Over 110 fantastic hours of instructional workshops featuring new dance techniques and patterns from world class instructors, including Free Beginner Friday workshops, free to the public!
3) Three separate nightly Social Dance Parties (Country, West Coast Swing and Line Dance) creating the perfect night life so you can dance the night away
4) The Campfire Ball Dinner and Professional Showcase featuring an exquisite dinner menu prepared by some of Calgary's top chefs followed by a one-of-a-kind Dance Professional Showcase
5) Local Calgary and Alberta dance apparel suppliers, artists and vendors fill the Vendor Corral that is open to the public and create a wonderful shopping experience
6) Thursday night Kick-Off Event featuring one or more of the international couples teaching workshops
7) Sunday night Curling After-Party where attendees can trade in their dance shoes for a rock and broom and their chance to win cash and prizes

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April 3, 2020

Taste of Bragg Creek (POSTPONED TO SEPTEMBER 25, 2020)

Bragg Creek Community Centre, 23 White Avenue and participating local store-front vendors in Bragg Creek Hamlet, Alberta

Time: 5:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m.

Tickets are $2 each with tasting portions subject to merchant.

Over 25 local area restaurateurs, caterers, and food and liquor merchants will prepare and serve unique “tastes” at booths at the Bragg Creek Community Centre. Then attendees will be given a map and have the chance to travel to many of the Bragg Creek restaurants, fine liquor purveyors and local shops and retailers who will be participating by offering in-store promotions.
Taste of Bragg Creek will be the kick off to “Taste in the Creek.” In-store vendors (food, liquor and retail) will be offering special discounts, menus and deals throughout the remainder of the month of April to encourage attendees to return to Bragg Creek post event to take in the scenery and see what all our local businesses have to offer.
The event is a fundraiser for the Bragg Creek Community Association and The Bragg Creek & Area Chamber of Commerce.

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April 3, 2020

HKCBA Calgary Spring Gala (CANCELLED)

Regency Palace Seafood Restaurant, Third Floor, 328 Centre Street S.E.

Time:
5:30 p.m. Champagne Reception
6:30 p.m. Dinner and program
9:30 p.m. Live band performance
Tickets: $88 for members, $128 for non-members

The HKCBA Calgary Board of Directors is pleased to announce the new date of the previously postponed Gala. The Hong Kong Canada Business Association (HKCBA) Calgary will host the premier Chinese New Year celebration in Calgary. Without a doubt, Hong Kong is the most dynamic platform for doing business in mainland China and the Asia-Pacific region. HKCBA provides an effective forum from which these multilateral business relationships and connections can be promoted and expanded.
Each year HKCBA Calgary hosts a Chinese New Year Gala, with over 500 guests from the business community. It is an excellent opportunity to celebrate, connect and network with HKCBA members, government and business representatives. The evening will include a 10-course traditional Chinese dinner, lion dance, silent auction, draw & raffle prizes, as well as entertainment.
HKCBA Calgary also takes this annual opportunity to award scholarships to 4 deserving students from Mount Royal University and the University of Calgary. This fundraising event is all-inclusive with proceeds going to student scholarships and the ongoing work of the HKCBA.

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April 3-5, 2020

WineSpring (CANCELLED)

St. Eugene Golf Resort & Casino, 7777 Mission Rd., Cranbrook, British Columbia

Friday, April 3rd
6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. – St. Eugene Pavilion
Winemaker's Dinner
- A four-course plated dinner with exclusive wine pairings
- After Party inside the Casino of the Rockies with live entertainment

Saturday, April 4th
9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. – Resort Meeting Rooms
Classes & Seminars
Vino & Vinyasa Info - 9:00 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.
Forked & Corked - A Wine & Cooking Demo Class Info NOON & 2:30 p.m.
Specialty Coffee Info - 10:30 a.m. & NOON
"Taste Buds Party" - BC Wine & Canadian Cheese Seminar & Market Info - 10:30 a.m. & 2:30 p.m.

Main Tasting Event
6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. - St. Eugene Pavilion
- Unlimited wine tastings from 50 wineries and vineyards and appetizers upon entry
Moonlight Circus Masquerade
9:00 p.m. until late

Tickets:
Winemaker's Dinner: $119 per person
Main Tasting Event/Moonlight Circus: $99 per person
Classes & Seminars: $30-$40 per person

Start spring with a celebration of wine, food and wellness!
WineSpring is a wine tasting and appreciation festival taking place at St. Eugene Golf Resort & Casino in Cranbrook, British Columbia. The 4th Annual event will take place on Friday, April 3rd to Sunday, April 5th.
For this festival, the resort partners with numerous wineries and vineyards from eastern B.C. to the Okanagan Valley to bring attendees the best wines that the province has to offer. Additionally, WineSpring includes events all weekend long such as Winemaker's Dinner, wine-themed classes, and the main tasting celebration on the Saturday night, the Moonlight Circus Masquerade.

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April 4, 2020

Vaisakhi Mela 2020 (CANCELLED)

Genesis Centre Feature Gymnasium, 7555 Falconridge Boulevard N.E.

12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Free Family Event

For many 1000's of years, April has been the time when farmers have put their sickles to harvest and collected the precious life saving crops. In the countryside, during this time, the fragrance of the harvest is ubiquitous with scenes of many large piles of grains in one corner of the field; the stacks of wheat stalks ready as fodder for the cattle in another and the general urgency and excitement of the hustle and bustle of transporting and selling of the farm commodity by the farmers.
Without a good harvest, communities would perish and so there was always great joy when a good harvest resulted at Vaisakhi time. The spring season has always been an important and decisive time for the people of the northern hemisphere from times immemorial. During historical times, much had depended on the outcome of the harvest. This in turn had depended on the weather during the months following winter.
The event anticipates attracting a lot of participants out of 140,000 South East Asians along with various Canadian Communities. It is an excellent opportunity to interact with Vaisakhi Mela audiences and celebrate the joy of Vaisakhi Mela in a pure traditional and cultural way. Vaisakhi Mela is mega event to celebrate Indian New Year, Harvest Festival and Religious Festival all rolled into one.

Highlights Of The Show
Turban (Dastar) Competition
Hair Braiding (Gutt Gundan) Competition
Lots of Gidda, Bhangra, & Singing
Bollywood & Classical Dances
Lots of Food, Booths & Tables
Art and Paintings
Henna painting & Laughter Yoga
Gatka (Traditional Sikh Martial Art)
and much more.

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April 4-5, 2020

Aggie Days (CANCELLED)

Nutrien Western Event Center and in the Agriculture Barn, Stampede Park

Saturday: 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Sunday: 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

Admission is FREE
Food bank donations kindly accepted.

Aggie Days is a multi-sensory, hands-on exhibition offering families a fun exploration of the world of agriculture. This is an opportunity for the farm to come to the city and for families to learn about life on the farm. From live animals to computer games, there is something for the entire family at Aggie Days.
The annual Calgary Stampede Aggie Days is a celebration of agriculture, its connection to our environment, and its impact on our daily lives. This weekend gives families a fun opportunity to experience agriculture firsthand, offering a cornucopia of interactive displays, activities, entertainment, and demonstrations such as cow milking, sheep shearing, livestock auctioneering, the amazing corn maze, and much more! Of course you will be able to meet a wide variety of farm animals from huge draft horse to tiny chicks that are just a few days old. Come learn where your food comes from and enjoy going to the farm yet never leave the city.

Additional Attractions
April 4- Clock, Stock and Barrel - Stock Dog Arena Trial. Come watch athletic dogs herd a group of sheep into a pen by just listening to their handler's whistle commands. Its fun, fast and free!
April 5- Calgary Stampede Spring Extreme Cowboy Race. This exciting equestrian event challenges both horse and rider as they wind their way over a complicated obsticle course as fast as possible. Come cheer them on! It's free and can be enjoyed as part of your Aggie Days experience.

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April 5, 2020

OpportuniTEA with Kate Linder and Y&R Friends (RESCHEDULED FOR OCTOBER 4, 2020)

The Westin Calgary, 320 4th Avenue S.W.

Schedule:
VIP Ticket Holders Meet & Greet: 12:15 p.m.
High Tea: 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Autographs & Photos for all guests: 3:15 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Tickets:
High Tea & Show: $100
Patron Preferred Seating: $125
VIP Circle of Friends: $250
VIP Circle of Friend & attend Private Cast Dinner Sunday evening: $1,200

High Tea with Kate Linder & Friends from The Young and the Restless
March of Dimes Canada's 7th Annual OpportuniTea Calgary 2020 High Tea will take place at The Westin Calgary on April 5. The event featured actors from the top-rated North American soap opera The Young and The Restless, including Host Kate Linder (Esther Valentine), Co-Host Christian LeBlanc (Michael Baldwin), Mark Grossman (Adam Newman), Sharon Case (Sharon Newman),
Bryton James (Devon Hamilton), and Brytni Sarpy (Elena Dawson). Also welcome back Linda Olsen Global Calgary News Anchor, who will co-host the event again this year.
The goal is to raise $50,000 at this event with fundraising cost of $18,000. Funds raised will benefit MODC's Conductive Education® program.

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April 6, 2020

Olds College SAAZ Club Brewmaster Dinner (CANCELLED)

Black Knight Inn, 2929 50 Avenue, Red Deer, Alberta

Opening beer hour at 6:00 p.m.
Four course beer-paired dinner starts at 7:00 p.m.

Tickets: $70

An Evening Celebrating Craft Beer
The SAAZ Club of the Olds College Brewmaster program presents their annual Brewmaster Dinner on April 6 in Red Deer!
Join in on Monday evening of the Alberta Craft Brewing Convention for the annual fundraiser Brewmaster Dinner featuring 4 course food/student-beer pairing and amazing industry support. This fundraising is to financially support brewing students through scholarships, in turn building up the industry through education.
Opening beer hour at 6pm, four course beer-paired dinner starts at 7pm. Student beers released, silent auction, games and entertainment. This is a no minors event hosted at the Black Knight Inn Ballroom in Red Deer, Alberta. Support the Olds College SAAZ Club
The Olds College Student Association for the Appreciation of Zymurgy (OC SAAZ) Club is a subsidiary of the Olds College Student Association. The OC SAAZ Club raises money to provide first and second year Brewmaster & Brewery Operations Management students with scholarships, equipment, and sharing our love of craft beer with YOU!

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April 6-7, 2020

ASBA Alberta Craft Brewing Convention (POSTPONED)

Westerner Park, 4847A 19 St., Red Deer, Alberta

Monday April 6: 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Tuesday April 7: 8:00 a.m.to Midnight

Registration:
Regular Rates (until March 18) $345/person
ACBC pass includes access to all program sessions and exhibitor hall, breakfast and lunch on both days, and invitation to industry networking reception.
Beer Awards: $55

The entire brewing value chain will find value in ACBC:
- barley and hops growers
- maltsters
- equipment and ingredient suppliers
- breweries in planning
- existing breweries (all staff functions)
- restaurants, bars and liquor stores
- regulators and supportive government agencies
ACBC 2020 looks at where Alberta craft is today and where we want it to be tomorrow.
For the first time, ACBC includes three tracks designed to enhance your team’s professional development.

For Leaders
The leadership track focuses on business strategy, financial management, culture and diversity , and mental health.

For Operators
The operations track concentrates on quality, health and safety , and introductions to distilling and RTD manufacturing.

For Marketers
The marketing track is all about rebranding, social media, standing out in a crowded marketplace, and tourism.

Taking place in Red Deer, the fourth installment of the Alberta Craft Brewing Convention will welcome approximately 500 people for networking, learning, and celebration.
Over two (2) days, we will present informative speakers, networking opportunities, and the chance to get up close and personal with the major players of the Alberta craft brewing industry.
At the conference on discuss marketing and business, quality and technical issues, as well as collaborative initiatives through speakers, panels and concurrent breakout sessions.
Finally, we wrap it all up with a night of celebration at the third annual Alberta Beer Awards on Tuesday, April 7 at Bo’s Bar & Stage.
Join in and participate in shaping the future of craft in this province!
Brewers from across Alberta will attend, as will brewers from guilds and associations across Canada. Craft distilleries, meaderies and fruit wineries are also encouraged to attend, with many topics and trade show participants pertaining directly to their businesses.

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April 14, 21, 28, May 5, 2020

Alberta Beer Festivals present Brew Ed. (POSTPONED TO MAY 2020)

Brewer's Apprentice, N3 448 8 Ave. S.E.

6:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m. each class

Registration: $165
Includes all four "classes" including beer and brewery tour. Registration can be bought as a gift to use in any month in 2020.

Alberta Beer Festivals has always been about beer education. In order to continue that practise, they have created Brew Ed. (formerly Beer School), a four-part course that will cover all aspects about beer. Intimidated by the number of beers available and would like to know more about different beer styles? Are you currently employed or thinking about working in the restaurant service or alcohol retail industry? Do you plan to take the Cicerone Certification Program or want to learn more about the Beer Judge Certification Program? Intent on becoming a home brewer, but would like to know what varieties to brew? Or, simply, you just like beer and would like to know more about it? If you answered yes to any of the above, then Brew Ed is for you.

Each class of 10 people (maximum) will run approximately three hours and will cover a different topic such as the history of beer styles, how beer is made, and get up and personal with beer’s different ingredients. We will study beer’s characteristics and components, what makes a good beer, and even learn how to judge a beer. You’ll also learn a bit about beer packaging, glassware and home brewing. Lastly, we will also look at some food and beer pairings and talk about cooking with beer. Approximately a dozen beers will be sampled each class, so you’ll see and taste the difference between the different beer styles. The final class will be a “field trip” to one of Calgary’s breweries, where the “students” can see how beer is made first hand. And note: there will be NO final exam!

In addition to learning about the world’s most popular alcoholic beverage in an educational yet fun “classroom” you will:
- Receive your own Growler
- Be eligible to win some beer swag
- Try some surprise beers
- Be eligible to judge or steward at Calgary International Beerfest in May 2020, which includes free admission to the show. Details will be explained in “class”.

So register for Calgary’s most comprehensive beer learning experience today, before all the spots fill up! The next session will begin in May 2020. Note: You must be 18 years or older to register.

Click here to see Course Outline.

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April 16, 2020

CADS Movement Gala 2020

WinSport Markin MacPhail, 88 Canada Olympic Rd. S.W.

5:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m.

Tickets:
CADS Members: $75.00
Non CADS Members: $100.00

The Canadian Association for Disabled Skiing (CADS) is holding the Movement Gala to raise both funds and awareness for CADS Calgary. The theme of the gala is just as the name suggests, making positive decisions and being active regardless of disabilities... getting people MOVING! Through special presentations, a keynote speaker, and a gala format designed to get people out of their seat, they want to share the joy of Movement with partners.
The Canadian Association for Disabled Skiing – Calgary is the local zone of CADS National and is also affiliated with CADS Alberta, the provincial division. They are a volunteer-based organization currently with approximately 500 members. The main objective is to promote adaptive skiing and snowboarding by teaching people with disabilities how to ski or snowboard using adaptive skills and equipment tailored to their needs.

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April 17, 2020

Olds College Homestead Feast (CANCELLED)

Alumni Centre, Olds College Campus, 4500 50 St., Olds, Alberta

Time:
Reception: 5:00 p.m.
Dinner: 6:15 p.m.

Tickets: $200
Table of Eight: $1400

For the third consecutive year, the Olds College Homestead Feast, the annual fundraising event will be hosted in the heart of the homestead, the Alumni Centre. The event features a field to fork dining experience with locally produced food and entertainment.
Join in for a spectacular evening, as they showcase the College, the students and successes, while raising money for innovation in agriculture on campus. In Olds College tradition, the event will be hosted by students who will serve as masters of ceremonies.

The Cause
This year’s event will support initiatives focused on agriculture technology, which includes the Olds College Smart Farm and Smart Ag Innovation Centre. Through the use of cutting edge technology these initiatives are providing hands-on learning environments for students of the College and an opportunity for industry to develop, integrate and test new agriculture technology and practices.
With your support, Olds College will redefine smart ag practices by working with industry partners in the agriculture and technology sectors to install the latest technologies aimed at improving productivity while efficiently and sustainably using resources.

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April 17-18, 2020

Okanagan Fest-of-Ale 2020 (CANCELLED)

Penticton Convention Centre, 273 Power Street, Penticton, British Columbia

Friday, 4:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
Saturday, 12:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m.

Ticket Price:
Single Day Admission: $29
Weekend Pass: $49
Guests of the fest receive a souvenir glass
Tokens: Purchase Tokens on site for $2 a piece. Tokens can be redeemed beverage samples.

Celebrating 25 years
Heralded as one of Penticton's best spring events, the 25th Annual Okanagan Fest of Ale Craft Beer & Cider Festival set to take place April 17 & 18 is sure to please. Join 65 craft brewers and 5000+ craft brew enthusiasts at one of the largest and longest running beer festivals in the Pacific Northwest. Sip on a selection of over 175 quality crafted beers, ciders and cask ales in the unique indoor/outdoor venue. enjoy great food live entertainment and more!
It is the kick off to festival season in Penticton B.C. and one of the largest and longest running craft beer festivals in the Pacific Northwest. Enjoy 2-days of great entertainment, fabulous food, and the opportunity to sample a diverse and delicious selection of craft brews including a great mix of new releases, seasonal favourites, cask ales and quality ciders.
Operating as a non-profit society, event organizers focus on supporting and promoting the growing world of quality brewery products, promoting local tourism along with local food and beverage factions, and most importantly giving back to the community. Since its inception in 1996, nearly $750,000 in net proceeds has been gifted back to qualifying registered charities.

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April 17-25, 2020

Calgary Poutine With Purpose (CANCELLED)

Various locations

No tickets are necessary – just an appetite for visiting different restaurants in search of your favourite poutine on your own schedule. During Poutine Week you can enjoy as many of the featured poutines as you can handle.

Poutine With Purpose is the 9 days of the year you can eat poutine GUILT FREE! Why? Every poutine sold during Poutine With Purpose in any of the participating restaurants provides a free meal to someone in need thanks to their partner, Canadian charity Mealshare. Poutine with purpose.
In 2019, Calgary Poutine With Purpose sold 7,500 poutines which means it helped 7,500 youth in need.

How does Poutine Week work?
- Find a poutine or restaurant that you want to try
- Eat poutine
- Provide a meal to someone in need
- Talk about it #PoutineWithPurpose

In 2011 Calgary’s Poutine Crawl was created out of late night Twitter conversations that led to a word of mouth and social media marketing experiment, but it was such a success it has evolved over 6 years to be a great Calgary tradition. In 2014 Calgary’s Poutine Week was introduced to bring even more cheesy goodness to the masses.
For every featured poutine sold during Poutine Week a person in need receives a meal thanks to the non profit partner Mealshare. Calgary's Poutine Week brings cheesy goodness to the masses.

Poutine Week Restauramts By Area
TBA

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April 18, 2020

Picks and Plates (CANCELLED)

Hotel Arts, 119 12 Ave. S.W.

Time: 6:00 p.m.

General Ticket: $150
Exclusive VIP Package: $525
Package includes 2 Picks & Plates tickets, a one-night stay at 4.5 star Le Germain Hotel in a Signature King Room with valet parking, and breakfast provided by the Le Germain’s house restaurant, CharCut, and more.

JDRF is proud to present the fifth annual Picks & Plates on April 18. Join in for an evening of canapes and comedy.
The evening will also feature exciting silent and live auctions, raffles, and so much more, all in support of JDRF’s effort to turn type one into type none.
On April 18th, join JDRF and help turn type 1 into type none.
For over 40 years, JDRF has been a global leader in the search for an end to type 1 diabetes (T1D), through both research funding and advocacy.
Together We Can Find A Cure!

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April 18-19, 2020

The Calgary Spring Women's Show (RESCHEDULED TO JUNE 20-21, 2020)

BMO Centre, Stampede Park

Saturday: 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.
Sunday: 11:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Entertainment Stage:
Saturday: 11:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Sunday: 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

Main Stage:
Saturday: 11:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Sunday: 11:45 a.m.-3:15 p.m.

Tickets:
General Admission: $12
Children 12 & Under: FREE

Now in its 38th year, discover all that is fabulous in fashion, food, fitness and fun for all the layers of your life. Experience more than 300 exhibits featuring local & national fashion retailers, artisans, entrepreneurs, health & wellness experts, pet products, food & wine and much more. With 2 stages featuring non-stop entertainment including twice daily fashion shows, inspiring guest speakers, live music and more.

Spring 2020 Show Highlights
Celebrities:
TBA

The Calgary Woman's Show is an integral part of the community and they support various charities each show. This year's featured charity is Vecova Centre for Disability Services and Research (Vecova). They are a leading edge registered and accredited non-profit charitable organization that has been meeting the lifelong and changing needs of persons with disabilities and the community-at-large since 1969 through services, research and enterprises. Vecova’s services are focused on providing living supports, employment services and wellness services to persons of all abilities so they can fulfill their goals of living independently, finding meaningful employment and creating connections in the community.

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April 18-19, 2020

SUPERTRAIN 2020 (CANCELLED)

Genesis Centre, 7555 Falconridge Blvd. N.E.

9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. both days

Tickets: $15.00
Under 16: Free

Featuring over 60,000 square feet of Operating Model Railroad Layouts, Displays, Lionel, Lego Trains, Thomas and Friends, Garden Railroads, Photo Exhibits, Merchandise for Sale, and Live Demos and Clinics. SUPERTRAIN has become Canada's biggest and best annual train show with over 100 exhibits, displays, and commercial vendors featured. As well, live clinics, demonstrations, and trains to ride on will offer something for everyone. SUPERTRAIN 2020 is excited to have Food Trucks participate on Saturday and Sunday.
SUPERTRAIN 2020 is presented by the Calgary Model Railway Society (CMRS). CMRS has almost 350 members from Calgary and area who share an interest in the hobby of Model Railroading, and a desire to showcase the hobby to the public.

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April 18-19, 2020

The Calgary Cat Association Spring 2020 Show (CANCELLED)

Village Square Leisure Centre, 2623 56 St. N.E.

Show Times:
Saturday: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Sunday: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Admission Prices:
Adults $6.00
Seniors (65+ yrs) $4.00
Children (6-12 yrs) $2.00

Kitties ‘n Blooms Cat Show
Annual Spring Championship and Household Pet Cat Show
10 AB Rings, 2 SP Rings: Traditional Back to Back Format

On April, The Calgary Cat Association will be hosting the annual “Kitties ‘n Blooms” show. This will once again allow- exhibitors from around the world gather with their cats in feline fellowship.

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April 19, 2020

The Calgary Booster Club Sportsman of the Year Gala (POSTPONED)

The Glenmore Inn & Convention Centre, 2720 Glenmore Trail S.E.

Reception and Silent Auction: 5:00 p.m.
Program and Dinner: 6:00 p.m.

Single Ticket: $210.00

One of the programs that the Calgary Booster Club is proud to be involved in is the Sportsman of the Year. This honour falls in conjunction with the recognition of Calgary’s Athletic Leaders. Recipients are honoured at the Calgary Booster Club Sportsman of the Year Dinner, held each spring. This high profile event draws in hundreds of people, garnering a lot of public and media attention. The Sports Gala is more than a fundraiser. It is an evening of recognition for the hard work and dedication of a number of Calgary athletes, coaches, sports administrators and volunteers.

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April 20-26, 2020

18th Calgary Underground Film Festival (POSTPONED)

Globe Cinema, 617 8th Ave. S.W.

Screenings:
TBA

Admission Prices:
$15/$13 Opening Gala Screening & Party
$15/$13 Found Footage Festival (live performance)
$10/$8 Regular Screenings
$12/$10 Saturday Morning Cartoons ($6 Kids age 6 and Under)
$40 5 Film Flex Pass
$120 Festival Pass

Special Events
TBA

Elevating Calgary’s cultural landscape with the best in international independent cinema, the 18th Calgary Underground Film Festival runs April 20-26 at Globe Cinema. Throughout the 7-day festival you will discover unique films, lively Q&A’s with visiting guests, and be swept into the fun atmosphere CUFF has created. The biggest films on the festival circuit, an annual retro all-you-can-eat cereal party, midnight movies, parties, custom arcade cabinets, DJs before every film, a full bar, it’s a film festival unlike any other.
Founded in 2003, CUFF is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to programming films that defy convention. Through the screening of contemporary works in various categories that include: feature, documentary, animation, and shorts - bringing Calgarians a unique roster of films rarely seen in North American theatres.
CUFF showcases titles in all genres, from horror, sci-fi and fantasy to comedies, thrillers and music-related films. In addition to finding great films, CUFF is committed to introducing you to the people behind the lens, by showcasing local and international indie filmmakers.
CUFF challenges and entertains audiences with boundary breaking films, compelling artist showcases and engaging events. CUFF is proud to contribute to Calgary's thriving arts community and are thrilled to bring innovative and challenging selections to all film enthusiasts.

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April 20-May 10, 2020

The Calgary Performing Arts Festival (CANCELLED)

Various venues within Mount Royal University, 4825 Mt. Royal Gate S.W.

The Festival is organized around three sessions per day starting at 9:00 a.m. There can be anywhere from one to ten or more performers in a single class.
Week One (April 20–25): Band, Brass, Chamber, Junior Upper String, Vocal Sr/Int/Jr, Percussion, Woodwind, Piano Plan I Int, Piano Plan II Sr/Int.
Week Two (April 27–May 2): Piano Plan I Sr/Int/Jr, Piano Plan II Sr/Int/Jr, Speech, Musical Theatre, Woodwind, Choral, Lower String, Composition and Sr/Int Upper String.
Week Three (May 4–10): Musical Theatre cont’d, Choral, Orchestra and Guitar.
Musical Theatre Showcase Date: TBA Venue: Wright Theatre, MRU Time: TBA
Outstanding Speech Showcase Date: TBA Venue: Leacock Theatre, MRU Time: TBA
Stars of the Festival- Sunday May 10 at 7:00 p.m. at Bella Concert Hall

Tickets:
Bella Concert Hall:
Adult/Senior: $25.00
Student (18 and under): $10.00
Special VIP Package - $55 (includes pre-show Champagne Reception and preferred seating)
VIP reception begins at 5:30 p.m,.

In 1931, a small group of eager musicians decided to take their love of music to the next level by creating the Calgary Music Festival. The Festival began as a small competition but quickly grew so large that this small group of musicians approached the Kiwanis Clubs of Calgary and asked them to officially take ownership of the Festival, giving it the new title: The Calgary Kiwanis Festival. Since then, the Festival has become one of the greatest performing arts events in Calgary, and one of the largest amateur competitive festivals in North America. The Calgary Kiwanis Music Festival is now The Calgary Performing Arts Festival.
The Calgary Performing Arts Festival (CPAF) is a non-profit organization and is 89 years young in Calgary! CPAF is an integral part of Calgary's arts, music & culture community and is committed to amateur performers of all ages and skill levels. CPAF offers invaluable self-development and performing artist growth opportunities through it's unique 3 week adjudicated 'performing arts' festival. Areas of interest include a multitude and variety of classical music, music, musical theatre, vocal and/or spoken word. It has expanded to include drama, making it no longer just a music festival but a performing arts festival. The Festival has also reached approximately 4,000 entries and 12,000 participants annually.

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April 22, 2020

A Taste For Life 2020 (CANCELLED)

Various locations

How can you help? Dine out and have some fun... it's that simple. This year, there is a full day of dining opportunities.
A Taste for Life Calgary 2020 will have a variety of locations providing diversity in locations, price points, and ethnic cuisines from casual fine dining to fresh, flavourful, upscale-chic cuisine!
Here's how to participate:
1. Book a table at one of many participating restaurants on May 1.
2. Go out for dinner with your friends and family and have a great evening.
3. The restaurant will donate 25% of the cost of your meal to The SHARP Foundation.
2010 was the first year A Taste For Life supported The SHARP Foundation in Calgary. Please help make 2020 a greater success. The SHARP Foundation is a Calgary-based, non -profit organization currently operating three support homes for individuals infected with and affected by HIV/AIDS. They are committed to providing a "wholistic" continuum of care in a safe, non-judgmental environment. Their priority service is focused on some of the most marginalized homeless individuals in the community.
Funds raised through A Taste For Life will help to continue providing care and support for persons living with HIV in our community, as they have been doing for over 20 years.
Savour good food while helping a good cause. Choose any of of these excellent restaurants for your meal, and they will donate 25% of your bill to The SHARP Foundation:
Broken City, 613 11 Ave. S.W.
Plowshare, 817 1 St. S.W.
BLK RBT, 811 1 St. S.W.
Emilio's Bistro-Bar, 811 1 St. S.W.
Scarpetta Italian Eatery, 1003 9 Ave. S.E.

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April 22-25, 2020

RISE Women’s Conference crafted by ACE (POSTPONED TO FALL 2020)

Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, 111 Lake Louise Dr, Lake Louise, Alberta

Schedule:
Thursday
Mindfulness + Movement Breaks Shoppable Marketplace, Partner Activations
8:00 a.m. Registration & RISE and Shine Breakfast
9:00 a.m. Opening Remarks
10:10 a.m.—5:00 p.m. Keynotes, breakouts, panels, workshops
7:00 p.m. VIP Dinner for Speakers, Invited Guests & VIP Ticket Holders

Friday
Mindfulness + Movement Breaks Shoppable Marketplace, Partner Activations
8:00 a.m. Registration & RISE and Shine Breakfast
9:00 a.m. Opening Remarks
10:10 a.m.—5:00 p.m. Keynotes, breakouts, panels, workshops

Saturday
9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Wellness Day

Price: $499 - $1599

This is more than a women’s conference…
The RISE experience is high energy, high impact, and high vibe. We are not your basic business conference - it breaks all of the rules. This conference is designed for women who are seeking growth, inspiration, and connection in their personal lives, businesses and careers.
RISE features programming that cultivates an integrated and well-connected life, with the perfect blend of how to succeed in your business, career, relationships and life. RISE offers empowering talks, workshops and breakout sessions on topics such as confidence, relationships, owning your truth, business, wellness, doing the work, and so much more... You will leave feeling like you received $50,000 worth of coaching and mentorship in one weekend.
RISE focuses on the real transformation, growth and connection to uplevel the world around you. Expect the best of the best from world-class speakers, content and community to rise higher, connect deeply and uplevel your life.
Transform your career and business, your health and well-being, your relationship and your life - join a community of women empowered to make an impact in the world.
High vibe, high energy, high impact - are you ready to RISE?

Speakers:
TBA

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April 23, 2020

Chef Meets BC Grape 2020 (MOVED TO OCTOBER 8, 2020)

HUDSON, 200 8 Avenue S.W., 6th Floor

7:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m.

Tickets: TBA
Your All-Inclusive Ticket Includes:
- A walk-around tasting featuring over 25 BC VQA wineries—sample from a selection of over 125 wines from your favourite BC producers.
- Small plates prepared by top chefs from 12+ of Calgary’s hottest restaurants, perfectly paired with BC VQA wines.

125+ Wines
12+ Restaurants
Experience the largest tasting of BC VQA Wines in Western Canada at this multi-city event series celebrating BC wine and food, highlighting all things grown, crushed, raised and produced in BC. Sample from a selection of over a hundred BC VQA wines in a walk-around tasting featuring BC wineries. Enjoy small plates prepared by top chefs from renowned local restaurants, perfectly paired with BC VQA wines. Vote along with celebrity judges for your favourite Wine & Food Pairing.

Participating Chefs:
TBA

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April 23-26, 2020

Calgary Comic and Entertainment Expo (MOVED TO JULY 17-19, 2020)

Stampede Park

Thursday: 4:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
Friday: 12:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
Saturday: 10:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m.
Sunday: 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Passes:
VIP Package: $495
Premium Package Four Day Pass: $140
Four Day Pass: $110, $125 at the door

Daily Tickets:
Thursday Adult: $20, $25 at the door
Thursday Youth: $15, $20 at the door
Family Pass: $45, $55 at the door
Friday Adult: $35, $40 at the door
Friday Youth: $25, $30 at the door
Family Pass: $75, $85 at the door
Saturday Adult: $50, $60 at the door
Saturday Youth: $40, $50 at the door
Family Pass: $110, $125 at the door
Sunday Adult: $40, $45 at the door
Sunday Youth: $30, $35 at the door
Family Pass: $85, $95 at the door
Child Pass (Ages 6-12) Daily: $10
Buy any Adult Pass and receive the equivalent Child Pass (Ages 6-12): $10 in advance, $10 at the door
Family Pass- 2 Adults and up to 4 Children (Ages 6-12)

Special Events
TBA

The Calgary Comic & Entertainment Expo is the only festival in Calgary where you can get your sci-fi, film, television, fantasy, horror, comic book, gaming, and animation fix all in one incredible weekend. It is Canada's largest Canadian owned pop culture event with an attendance of over 95,000 people in 2018. Featuring a myriad of special guests from film & television, comic books, sci-fi, horror, anime, cartoons & collectibles, this family friendly event caters to every fan of every genre. The show spans over 418,000 sq. ft. of space; packed with programming, vendors, artists, and special guests.
This year the Calgary Expo will feature a variety of guests from different industries. From film and television stars to make-up artists, to writers, to comic book creators, to cosplay specialists and so much more - the Calgary Expo covers every corner of pop culture imaginable! There's over 600 exhibitors, artists, and special guests, all in one spot!
The Calgary Expo brings to you some of the best names in sci-fi, horror, comics, anime, cartoons, gaming and animation so that you can experience, first hand, the energy and electricity of full-frontal nerdity. Apart from rubbing elbows with celebs, you will have the opportunity to sit in on many panels and workshops, dedicated to inform you about your area of interest. Whether it is voice acting, breaking into the comic book industry, improv sessions and everything in between there is certainly something for you.
Calgary Expo features over 160 hours of programming including panels with Expo guests, workshops with industry professionals, costume contests and more. Special Events take place outside of the main convention and are separately ticketed events. In the past, Calgary Expo Special Events have included one-night-only cast reunions of iconic films or television series (Star Trek: The Next Generation in 2012 and Aliens, 2014), concerts (Weird Al Yankovic), and Meet & Greet cocktail parties with Media Guests (cast members from Torchwood, cast members from Game of Thrones).
This year look for the POW! Parade of Wonders, Master of Cosplay Contest, Walk on Cosplay Contest, Artbook and Charity Auction, 501st Legion, See the Back to the Future Delorean Time Machine, Celebrity Photo Sessions, Autograph Sessions, Panels/Q&As, Artist Alley, Shopping, Costumes! Costumes! Costumes!, Cosplay Corner, Play Zone, Kid's Costume Showcase, Ghostbusters of Alberta, Tabletop Gaming, Outdoor Combat Demos, and more
The Calgary Expo also offers special events such as after-show parties, screenings, costume competitions, and various other goodies that are TBA so that your weekend is certain to be action packed from start to finish.

Attractions:
Autograph Sessions
Celebrity Photo Sessions
Panels/Q&As
Shopping Madness!
Costumes! Costumes! Costumes!
The Fan Guru Masters of Cosplay Grand Prix
Masters of Cosplay International
POW! Parade of Wonders
Just For Kids
Artist Alley

Meet over 70 other guests from the comic, horror, and entertainment fields, including:
TBA

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April 25, 2020

5th Fabulous Rain Drop Gala (MOVED TO OCTOBER 17, 2020)

Enmax Conservatory, Calgary Zoo, 210 St. George's Drive N.E.

7:00 p.m. till 1:00 a.m.

Tickets: $35
VIP with dinner at Bar Modern: $125
VIP with dinner at Scarpetta: $125
VIP Zoo Gorilla Experience: $150
VIP Tickets Include: Raindrop Gala Ticket, 3-4 Course Dinner, Complementary Drink, Transportation to the Gala from Restaraunt, and VIP Entrance.

It all starts with a drop of water.
The Raindrop Gala is an event organized solely by Millenium Plus Homes in support of the World Partnership Walk. This special event will be a great night and learn about the World Partnership Walk and its contribution to the development of the Aga Khan Foundation Canada.
The 5th Annual Raindrop Gala Fundraiser at the Calgary Zoo is going to be a huge night with lots of people. Capture the night in the fun filled Photo Booth. The dress code for the evening is simple, elegant, and semi formal. Red Carpet Gala, Semi Formal, Silent Auction, Appetizers, Action Stations, Fun Photo Booth, Cash Bar, Live DJ and a party for the ages (18+). With the opportunity to donate at the event.
Did you know?
- 358 million people in Africa are without water access.
- There are more people who have a mobile phone than access to a toilet.
- Globally 17,000 children under the age of 5 die each day
- There is a $4 economic return for each dollar that is spent on water and sanitation.
100% of the Donations raised by the World Partnership Walk support development initiatives in Africa and Asia that empower millions of people to lift their communities out of poverty and build a brighter future.

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April 25, 2020

6th Annual Culinaire Treasure Hunt

Launch & Check-In: TBA

Time:
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m.: lauch party, registration pick up, coffee and snacks
4:00 p.m.-4:30 p.m.: turn in your passport
Wrap Party: 4:30 p.m.-5:30 p.m. during which the winners will be announced

Registration:
$75 for teams of 2 or $47.50 for singles
To participate, find a partner and sign up as a team of two, or sign up solo. Pick a name for your team, register, and prepare for an exciting adventure.

Are you ready for the ultimate culinary hunt? It’s back! Calgary’s 5th Culinaire Treasure Hunt, with a many new destinations for you to discover!
For years now, Culinaire has had so much fun racing around the city with you. You’ve told us that the past five Culinaire Treasure Hunts have been amazing – they were so popular that they all sold out fast, so this year we’ve planned new and exciting destinations for you to discover, and we have new treats to tempt you.
On Saturday, April 25th Calgary’s 6th Culinaire Treasure Hunt will challenge you, test your speed and ability at solving trivia questions, and may even have you trying new foods or performing a task you had on your bucket list. Fantastic prizes for the fastest team, for visiting each location, the best costume, and so much more!
Join teams of food enthusiasts who will be racing across the city, solving riddles leading to destinations all over Calgary. When you arrive at a location, you will complete a fun task, which could be anything from tasting a food sample to singing a song. Once completed, your passport will be stamped, and you’ll be off to solve the next clue and find the next location, maybe with a little foodie gift to take home too!
The day starts with a launch party, where you will pick up your registration package, and enjoy a coffee and snack. You may even want to take a selfie before you leave! At the end of the Hunt, you’ll check in and hand in your stamped passport, so all the scores can be totalled to find the winners. Snacks are provided for you while you mingle with the other teams.

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April 25, 2020

North Yeast Brew Fest at Crossroads (CANCELLED)

Crossroads Community Association, 1803 14 Ave. N.E.

11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

Tickets: $25 online
$30 at the door
One ticket includes four flights of 3 beers, and tickets for additional pints, flights or merchandise can be purchased.

Five NE breweries will be showcasing their best at Crossroads Community Hall April 6. Crossroads is in the heart of the Calgary microbrewery scene, so they thought it would be cool to get five of the closest breweries out for an event. Joining in 2020 will be breweries TBA.
Food trucks will be on hand to satisfy any other cravings.
Non-alcoholic beverages will also be available at cost.