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. Their first home game is December 21 vs. Colorado. For more info, click here.

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Calgary Flames

The Flames return for the 2019-20 season. They play 8 home games in December. For more info, click here.

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Concerts and Special Events:

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January-March 2020

Winter Festivals

2020
January 2020
January 15-26
Ice Magic Festival (Lake Louise, Alberta)

January 15-26
SnowDays (Banff National Park, Alberta)

January 31-February 2
The Jasper Beer & Spirits Festival

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

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January-March 2020

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

Various Locations

November 2019
November 1 to early December, 2019
CUPS Christmas Wreath Campaign

December 2019
December 13
Amble with Angus

December 31
35th Annual Resolution Run

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

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November 2019

November 1, 2019-January 8, 2020

Holiday Season Events

Various Locations

Click here to go to The Holiday Season Events Page for a listing of Parties, Arts and Craft Fairs, Light Festivals, traditional Christmas cultural events, and more.
More events to be added.

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December 2019

December 31, 2019

New Year's Eve Events

Various Locations

Start planning now! For a list of events going on New Year's Eve, click here. More events to be added.

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2020

January 2020

January 7, 14, 21, 28, 2020

Alberta Beer Festivals present Brew Ed.

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 February 2020. Note: You must be 18 years or older to register.

Click here to see Course Outline.

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January 8-26, 2020

High Performance Rodeo

Various Locations

Ticket prices range from FREE-$40 per show
$15 Wednesdays
2020 Rodeo Flex Pass: $123
Buy a bundle of four tickets, choose from 17 eligible productions
Explorer Plus Flex Pass 10: $246
Buy a bundle of ten tickets, choose from 17 eligible productions

Shows:
10–Minute Play Festival
Room 2048 (2048 號房)
bliss (the birthday party play)
CBC's The Secret Life Of Canada Podcast
Certified
Cliff Cardinal's CBC Special
Footnote Number 12
Gemini
Good Morning, Viet Mom
How To Fail As A Popstar
It's The End Of The World As We Know It (And I Feel Fucked)
Juliet & Romeo
Let's Run Away
Nordic Greats
PechaKucha Night Calgary
Premium Content
Queer Blind Date
Revolution Or Slumber
Russell: Straight Up
Short Stories - John Michael Prashant
The John Ware Project Reimagined
The Land, The Animals
The Mind Palace
The Shoe Project Steps Up
The Veronicas
Tlakentli
Mark Tewksbury Belong

The 34th annual High Performance Rodeo, Calgary’s International Festival of the Arts, is an annual festival that animates the city in January with an array of live performances from around the world. Featuring theatre, music, dance, and multidisciplinary art, 'The Rodeo' is a showcase of the best in contemporary performance.
Produced by One Yellow Rabbit Performance Theatre and presented in co-operation with many of Calgary’s major arts organizations such as Theatre Junction, Vertigo Theatre, Theatre Calgary, Alberta Theatre Projects and Lunchbox Theatre, the High Performance Rodeo has established itself as one of the major cultural events in Calgary.

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January 10-12, 2020

The Motorcycle Show Calgary

BMO Centre, Stampede Park

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

Admission:
Adult: $15
Seniors (Ages 65+): $12
Youth (Ages 6-14): $11
Children: under 6 - FREE when accompanied by an Adult
Family Pass: $42.00 (2 Adults & 2 Juniors/Youth)
Ladies Night (Friday Night only): Half Price after 5:00 p.m.

Enjoy a wide-ranging and exciting line-up of exhibitors that celebrates the motorcycle lifestyle. From the open road, to the track and to the trail, this is your chance to see the newest models from the big names, plus the latest in apparel, accessories and touring destinations - all under one roof.
The Show is jam-packed with special features and events that are sure to please riders of all ages, including the kids. Mark the dates now on your calendar and make plans to join in January at The Calgary Motorcycle Show.
A showcase of new 2020 motorcycles, ATVs, scooters, and related products and services with over 160 exhibitors. If it is motorized on two wheels, its here! All major names will be there ...Aprilia Canada, BMW Motorrad, Can-Am, Ducati, Harley-Davidson Canada, Honda, Husqvarna Motorcycles, Indian Motorcycle, Kawasaki, KTM, Moto Guzzi, Piaggio, Slingshot, Suzuki, Triumph, Vespa, and more. Factory representatives will be on hand to field questions and to hand out information on all latest products. If you are looking to gear-up for the summer, check out all of the aftermarket accessories on display.
Features and events include Ground N' Gravity Show, Yamaha Riding Academy, She Rides Night, Vintage Motorcycle Display, "How To" Training Sessions, Handle Bar, and more.

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January 15-26, 2020

Ice Magic Festival

Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise and Lake Louise Ski Resort, Lake Louise, Alberta

Weekdays, Weekends before 10:00 a.m. and after 5:30 p.m. are free carving viewing.
Weekend Time slots for Carving Viewing from 10:00 a.m.-5:30 p.m.

Tickets:
Adults: $12.50 (13-54 years)
Youth: $5 (3-12 years)
Seniors: $7.50 (55 + years)
Infants (2 & under): Free
Family: $30 (2 adults + up to 4 youth aged 3-12 years)

Winter in Canada is something to celebrate! Watch the alpine town of Lake Louise come alive during the 12-day Ice Magic ice carving exhibition. Walk through a winter wonderland and explore ice castles, ice bars, and ice carvings at the iconic Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise. From the International Ice Carving Competition, to the One Hour, One Carver, One Block speed event, there's lots to see and do in Lake Louise this January.
A perfectly magical winter experience awaits you in Lake Louise where ice serves as a fascinating medium of artistry and architectural design. Watch incredible ice carvings take shape under the precise hands of skilled artists from around the world. Marvel at the lustre of these frozen forms, as well as the iconic ice castle sparkling in front of the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, throughout SnowDays. Join in January 15-26 and experience the magic.
There is also a wide range of other free activities and special discounts offered in Lake Louise during the festival. Tickets to visit the main ice carving site are only required during peak times. It is free to visit at all other times.

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January 15-26, 2020

SnowDays

Banff National Park, Alberta

The magical allure of Banff and Lake Louise is yours to discover. Alongside its world-class skiing and astounding wilderness, the essence of mountain culture comes to life during SnowDays, a vibrant winter festival in the heart of the Canadian Rockies. Warm up to winter with international ice carving competitions, snow sculpture exhibitions, exclusive culinary offerings, cozy après-ski culture, the thrill of skijoring, and the invigorating SnowDays Play Zone. These events will be the highlight of the season. Here, you’ll fall in love with the snowiest days of the year.
The annual SnowDays Festival is a highlight of the winter season in Banff National Park; a free 12-day long celebration held during January, centered around massive snow sculptures in downtown Banff. Occurring at the same time as the Ice Magic Festival in Lake Louise, you’ll have plenty of winter creations to explore throughout the park.
Watch the snow sculptures come to life as the sculptors spend January 15-17 forming blocks of snow into masterpieces based on iconic photographs of Banff and Lake Louise. From January 15-26 the completed sculptures will be on display in the viewing areas on Bear Street and Banff Avenue Square. This year there will be 10 snow sculptures created by seven teams from around the world. Join in on January 19 from 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. to mingle with the sculptors, celebrate with live DJ’s, and see the sculptures all lit up at night.
Make the most of your trip by taking part in our other winter activities like skiing, tubing and tobogganing, taking a sleigh ride, or skating on the famous Lake Louise.

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January 15-26, 2020

TRIBUTE Craft Spirits Celebration

Banff National Park, Alberta

January 24-25
Bear Street, Banff
Outdoor 2-Day Discovery Event
The TRIBUTE Craft Spirits Celebration main event is in an outdoor 2-day discovery event in downtown Banff. The discovery event will allow you to discover restaurants and bars from Banff and Lake Louise, as well as craft distilleries from Alberta and British Columbia, in a festive atmosphere. This event will feature stations representing craft distilleries and local bars & restaurants who will be offering tastings of their own spirits and hors d’oeuvres, all made with local ingredients.
Get a chance to meet the distillers and chefs within the beautiful landscape of Banff National Park. Taste the products by purchasing coupons at the main booth. You also get a passport that provides an itinerary that includes all participating restaurants and bars.
Admission to the event is free. Tasting coupons will be available for purchase at the event. All are welcome.

Welcome to TRIBUTE Craft Spirits Celebration
This winter, TRIBUTE, with the support of Banff & Lake Louise Tourism will organize the second edition of a craft spirits festival in Banff and Lake Louise! This is an event included in SnowDays, a two-week long celebration of winter taking place in Banff and Lake Louise.
From January 15th to 26th, the TRIBUTE Craft Spirits Celebration will feature the best craft distilleries from Alberta and British Columbia, as well as showcase the local food scene.

TRIBUTE Cocktail Menus
Part of the winter festival in Banff and Lake Louise, SnowDays, TRIBUTE Cocktail Menus are back by popular demand as part of the TRIBUTE Craft Spirits Celebration. Participating bars and restaurants in Banff and Lake Louise have created unique cocktails showcasing the best craft spirits from Alberta and British Columbia. Cocktails will only be available during the 12 day SnowDays festival so be sure to visit the venues to celebrate the craft cocktail culture and the vibrant local culinary scene.

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January 16, 2020

2020 Calgary MS Whisky Festival

Glenbow Museum, 130 9 Avenue S.E.

Event Schedule:
5:15 p.m.-6:00 p.m.- VIP Master Class ('VIP with Master Class' ticket required)
Bunnahabhain with Mike Brisebois
Compass Box with Phil Keene
The Dalmore with Louis-Jérôme Doise
The Glenrothes with Jeff Meyers
6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.- VIP Hour
7:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m.- General Tasting Room Open
7:15 p.m.-8:00 p.m.- Master Class A, B (add-on ticket available for purchase)
8:45 p.m.-9:30 p.m.- Master Class C, D (add-on ticket available for purchase)

Tickets: $120
VIP Tickets: $175 each
VIP with Master Class: $200 each
This exclusive ticket includes one of four VIP-only Master Class sessions which will begin at 5:15 p.m., before the VIP hour
Master Classes: $15, $20 at the door

The 9th annual MS Whisky Festival will take place on January 16 at a brand-new venue, the Glenbow Museum. Roam the room while sampling from over 300 whiskies from more than 40 different vendors! There are nibbles to snack on and a diverse silent auction to peruse between vendor booths and the spectacular exhibits at the museum.
As part of the ‘Master Class Series’, ticket holders can also take advantage of these classes to learn more about whisky from those who make it. The classes are designed to dive further into the whisky making process, from mashing to fermentation to distilling and of course drinking.
Proceeds of this event benefit the MS Society of Canada – Calgary & Area Chapter. For more information about the MS Society, please visit mssociety.ca.

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January 16-19, 2020

Victoria Whisky Festival

Hotel Grand Pacific, 463 Belleville Street, Victoria, British Columbia

Events from $40-$190
Package Prices: $210-$350
The Consumer Tasting, January 18: $140
VIP Consumer Tasting, January 18: $190

Thursday January 16th
Evening (Commencing at 7:00 p.m.)
Scotch Malt Whisky Society #FreeOurWhisky Grand Tasting with Rob Carpenter, Price: $40
The 10th Annual Canadian Whisky Awards Presentation & Dinner
Please contact James Burrough (250) 380 – 4455 at the Hotel Grand Pacific for Canadian Whisky Awards Reservations

Friday January 17th
Evening (Commencing at 7:00 p.m.), $60 each
The Single Malts of Nikka Grand Tasting with Austin Bellantoni & Roberto Roberti
The Benriach, Glendronach and Glenglassaugh Grand Tasting with Joel Virginillo
The AD Rattray Cask Collection Grand Tasting with Tommy Boyd
Dr. Don Livermore’s Select Picks Grand Tasting
The Isle of Jura “Old & New” Grand Tasting with Louis-Jérôme Doise
The Highland Park Distillery Grand Tasting with Jeff Meyers
The 2020 Canadian Whisky Award Winners Grand Tasting with Davin de Kergommeaux
The Canadian Club 42 yo Grand Tasting with Tish Harcus

Saturday January 18th
Masterclasses: 11:15 a.m.-5:20 p.m., $40 each
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
The A.D. Rattray Cask Collection Masterclass
The Glenmorangie Distillery Masterclass
The Compass Box Masterclass
The Douglas Laing Masterclass
The Laphroaig Distillery Masterclass
The Glencadam & Tomintoul Distilleries Masterclass
The Isle of Jura Distillery Masterclass
The Old Pulteney Distillery Masterclass
The Speyside & Beyond Masterclass
The Bushmills Distillery Masterclass ONE
The Glenfiddich Distillery Cask Conversation Masterclass

1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.
The Two Brewers Distillery Masterclass
The Bruichladdich Distillery Masterclass
The GlenAllachie Distillery Masterclass
The Dewar’s & Last Great Malts Masterclass
The Glenrothes Distillery Masterclass
The Balvenie Distillery Warehouse 24 Masterclass
The Johnnie Walker Black Label Blending Masterclass
The Tomatin Distillery Masterclass
The Corby Rare Range Masterclass
The Craft Japanese Whisky Masterclass
The Nikka Japanese Whisky Masterclass ONE

2:40 p.m.-3:40 p.m.
The A. D. Rattray Casks of Scotland Masterclass
The Ardbeg Distillery Masters of Smoke Masterclass
The Michters Distillery Masterclass
The Morrison & MacKay Masterclass
The Auchentoshan & Bowmore Distilleries Masterclass
The Shelter Point Distillery Masterclass
The Crown Royal Masterclass
The deVine Distillery Masterclass
The Bunnahabhain Distillery Masterclass
The Bushmills Distillery TWO Masterclass
The Glenfiddich Distillery Fiddich Friends Favourites Masterclass

4:10 p.m. - 5:10 p.m.
The Whiskies of the World Masterclass

4:20 p.m. - 5:20 p.m.
The Westland Distillery Masterclass
The Wolfburn Distillery Masterclass
The Teeling Distillery Masterclass
The Small Batch Bourbon Collection Masterclass
The Woodford Reserve & Old Forester Masterclass
The Dalmore Distillery Masterclass
The Bearface Canadian Whisky Masterclass
The J.P. Wiser’s Masterclass
The Sazerac Masterclass
The Nikka Whisky Masterclass TWO
The VIP Tasting: 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Consumer Tasting: 7:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m.

Sunday January 19th
(Commencing at 7:00 p.m.)
The Distillers Dinner, $135
This Event is by Invitation Only

The 15th Annual Victoria Whisky Festival has over 50 events and dinners over 4 days. This event for all kinds of Whisky lovers takes place at the 5 star Hotel Grand Pacific located on Victoria’s beautiful Inner Harbour.

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January 17-19, 2020

Calgary Renovation Show

BMO Centre, Halls D & E, Stampede Park

Friday: 12:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
Saturday: 10:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m.
Sunday: 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.

Admission:
Adults - $13
Seniors (60+) - $11
Seniors (60+) Friday Before 5:00 p.m.: $5.00
Children 12 and under - FREE

The former Calgary HomExpo, renamed the Calgary Renovation Show, will take place January 17-19 at the BMO Centre. It will be the fifth home show in the market operated by Marketplace Events, which also produces shows in February and September at the same facility. Over 200 exhibiting companies showcasing what's new and re-newed for homeowners and buyers- features a wide range of high-end products and services including home builders, renovators and contractors, manufacturers, decor products and lifestyle products and services. This three-day celebration brings together the best and brightest products, services, and industry leaders in home construction and renovation. This is your opportunity for connecting with the building industry "face to face".

Features:
- The Main Stage
TBA

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January 18-19, 2020

The Franchise Canada Show

Telus Convention Centre, 120 9 Ave. S.E.

Show Times: 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. each day

Admission:
Register for free admission
One day pass – $10.00

Are you ready to become the next franchisee success story? Join thousands of entrepreneurs and future franchise business owners at the Franchise Canada Show! Canada’s ultimate franchise exhibition and the official show of the Canadian Franchise Association (CFA) is the place to be to meet face-to-face with leading franchisors, connect with industry experts, attend free seminars, and explore franchise opportunities in every industry and at all investment levels! The Franchise Canada Show is Canada's ultimate franchise exhibition, bringing together the largest number of brand name franchises under one roof.
This two-day event is where you will discover Canada's leading franchise opportunities that allow you to be in business for yourself but not by yourself. It is specifically designed to help you explore franchise opportunities in person and speak directly with franchisors.
- Connect with 90+ exhibitors from the hottest franchise brands and concepts.
- Gain knowledge through free seminars led by franchise experts.
- Discover what you need for success through free publications.
- Realize your potential through the opportunities in franchising.
The Franchise Canada Show is the only franchise expo produced by the Canadian Franchise Association, the national trade association for franchising and your indispensable resource. If you are looking to join a franchise, The Franchise Canada Show is definitely a must.
Since 1996, the Franchise Canada Show has aided Canadians in the discovery of the many rewarding franchise opportunities that are availalbe to help them acheive the dream of building their own business. At the 2020 Franchise Canada Show in Calgary, franchisor-franchisee connections will be forged between budding entrepreneurs and 90+ exihbitors representing a wide variety of established Canadian franchise brands.

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January 19, 2020

The Wedding Fair

BMO Centre (Halls A, B & C), Stampede Park

Exhibition Hours: 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Fabulous Fashion Shows: 12:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m.

Tickets: $20, $25 at the door
VIP Experience: $39
- Reserved seating at either the noon or 3pm NYC-style fashion show. FIrst three rows are reserved so we recommend being seating 20 minutes prior to the show
- A complimentary glass of champagne
- A complimentary bridal magazine
The Entourage Package – $139
Gather your entourage and enjoy The Wedding Fair in style! This package includes 4 VIP Afternoon Champagne Experience Tickets.

The Wedding Fair is the largest, most respected and sought after wedding show in Alberta by exhibitors and brides. From inspiring decor and fashion displays, to award winning booths and fashion shows, The Wedding Fair provides the engaged couple with everything needed to plan a dream wedding and honeymoon. This is the day to gather information, get inspired, see the latest trends and ideas, sample delicious food, and enjoy the photo booths all while gaining advice from over 250 wedding specialists!
Attending Calgary's Wedding Fair will help ease some of the pressure of planning a beautiful wedding by allowing you to compare, taste, touch and see what Calgary and area's top wedding specialists have to offer - all in one convenient location. The Wedding Fair brings you the latest trends and gives you the opportunity of connecting with the service providers you need to create your special day. You will also experience a professionally choreographed fashion show displaying the latest wedding fashions. Bring your girlfriends, mom, and even your fiancé and enjoy the day.

Don’t miss the ultimate wedding planning experience..
Fashioned after a New York inspired Fashion Week, this Wedding Fair event is a must see! With two shows, starting at noon and 3:00 p.m. the fashion show is the best way to preview the latest trends in bridal gowns, bridesmaid fashions and the latest styles in menswear. Enjoy this multi media event with a live DJ, cutting edge technology and some of Calgary's finest models showcasing the latest trends and styles.

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January 22-23, 2020

Great Italian Wine Encounter 2020

Fairmont Palliser Hotel, 133 9 Ave. S.W.

January 22, 6:00 p.m.
Great Italian Wine Encounter - Gala Auction
Fairmont Palliser Crystal Ballroom
Tickets: $500 per person
Join in at Fairmont Palliser for one of Calgary’s most prestigious fundraisers. The event will host some of Italy’s greatest winemakers, outstanding wines, great food and great friends. Enjoy this stand-up cocktail style event while you speak to the winemakers, bid on the amazing live and silent auction items or just share a glass or two of wine with your friends.

January 23, 12:00 p.m.
Great Italian Wine Encounter - Women of Wine Luncheon
Fairmont Palliser Alberta Room
Tickets: $350 per person
Designed for women in Calgary, this luncheon will host some of the most prominent women in the wine business conversing with their female counterparts in Calgary. This event allows open dialogue on a variety of international issues important to women; motherhood, career and daily challenges, all while enjoying some of the wines produced by the “Italian women of wines”. This world-class lunch adds to the magic of a Friday afternoon off with the girls.

Vendemmia International Wines and the Calgary Health Trust proudly present the Great Italian Wine Encounter 2020.
The Great Italian Wine Encounter (GIWE) has always focused on advancing procedures and treatments that shape the future of medicine. Through GIWE, The Calgary Health Trust is investing in areas of complex autoimmune diseases and advancing many treatments in this area. Investments from the community support Calgary’s clinical leaders to become pioneers in medicine, focused on providing new patient treatment options and better outcomes for those in our community.
Proceeds from this year’s event will go to support advancing the development of a new Glomerulonephritis (GN) – also knows as nephritis – clinic to centralize care in Calgary. The GN is a group of diseases that injure the part of the kidney that filters blood. If the kidney is injured, it cannot get rid of wastes and extra fluid in the body. If the illness continues, the kidneys may stop working completely, resulting in kidney failure. Often caused by an overreaction of the body’s immune system (autoimmune disease), GN is a serious illness that can be life-threatening and requires immediate treatment. GN often occurs in otherwise healthy people; however, it can often be associated with other autoimmune medical conditions involving the joints, gut, skin, blood and cancer.
The new clinic will provide leading-edge care and technology to provide an integrated, comprehensive health care service that would offer opportunities for timely diagnoses, prediction and prevention of kidney disease and effective treatment options to Albertans across the lifespan and health disciplines, including further support for Apheresis.

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January 23-26, 2020

BIG Winter Classic

Broken City, 613 11 Ave. S.W., The Palomino, 109 7 Ave. S.W., King Eddy, 438 9 Ave. S.E. and Last Best Brewing and Distilling, 607 11 Ave. S.W.

Schedule: TBA
Thursday, January 23
Friday, January 24
Saturday, January 25
Sunday, January 26

Tickets:
Thursday Daily Pass: TBA
Friday Daily Pass: TBA
Saturday Daily Pass: TBA
Sunday Daily Pass: TBA
Full Weekend Pass: $119 til Jan. 2, $139 after

IT'S LIKE A REALLY, REALLY FUN PARTY...IN THE MIDDLE OF WINTER
Four days, Multiple venues, Five stages, 60+ bands
BIG Winter Classic was born out of an idea to celebrate Calgary year-round, not just in the fleeting summer months. Arts, music, local beer, and YOU collide at BIG Winter Classic for a four-day winter wonderland weekend. Take the best and funnest people in our city and put them in a room together to create, imagine, dream, drink, and play, all in the dead of winter. Because we’re Calgarians and dancing underneath the heaters when it’s -15C outside actually sounds perfect. Let’s not hide away this winter, let’s emerge from our homes and into our community; let’s re-group after the holidays and kick off the new year with glee; let’s bundle up, share some homegrown beers and support our thriving music scene. It’s already a classic.
The 5th year anniversary features headliners from all over North America ranging from grungy punk rock to indie country to modern motown.
This year, BWC is taking over the Beltline with stages at Broken City Social Club, Last Best Brewing and Distilling, Inner City Brewing, Brewsters and a new secret location. With over 90 bands, multiple art installations and interactive performances, there will be surprises to hit all the senses.

Beer
It's becoming a poorly kept secret that Alberta's farmers are producing some of the best beer barley in the world. And Calgary's craft beer scene just keeps getting more interesting, that mix of entrepreneurial creativity with a deep, intimate connection to the land that makes us. Great things are happening here as local breweries challenge our palates and our minds with inspired creations and damn tasty beer. Join in at BIG Winter Classic and be embraced by the incredible Calgary craft beer community while you savour special creations, casks and collaborations.

Music
Upstairs/downstairs, inside/outside, maybe even a sneaky stage out back in the alley — BIG Winter Classic is all about using the community in the Beltline as a stage. This year, BWC is taking over the Beltline with stages at Broken City Social Club, Last Best Brewing and Distilling, Inner City Brewing, Brewsters and a new secret location.

Featuring:
Ezra Furman
Bully
Ron Gallo
Jennifer Castle
Weaves
Bodega
No Age
The Copyrights
Girlfriend Material
Broadway Calls
Blessed
DBOY
The Bobby Tenderloin Universe
The Garrys
Paris Pick and the Pricks
Too Soon Monsoon
Sunglaciers
Prince Innocence
Silence Kit
The Faps
Sweet Barry Wine
Jung People
Heavydive
I Am The Mountain
Crystal Eyes
Warming
Carter & the Capitals
Port Juvee
Wares
Flowshine
Ricca Razor Sharp & Drummaschine
Shuffalo
Yvette
The Carbons
D-Day Lewis
King Bull
The Northern Coast
l'omelette
ADEQUATE!
The Rooks
The Moonsnakes
betaboys
CHEAP BEER
Biloxi Parish
TAYLR
Mademoiselle
36?
The Recollections
Kate Stevens
The Quivers
The Varmoors
Squids
The Conversation Killers
DeadDeer
Speed Control
B*LES & THE SUEDE
Amy Nelson
Krill Williams
Run Deer Run
King Dylan
Future Womb
Crooked Spies
Aruba
Pat Clifton x BlÃ¼me
God Spilt The Milk
Locutus
The Coal Mine Canaries
Known Local Babes
Territories
Wesley Wilson and the Ghosts
Khillah Khills
J Blissette
Timber Fang
Fox Opera
House Hippo
Night Twin
+ more.

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January 25, 2020

Annual Burns’ Night

Polish Canadian Club, 3015 15th St. N.E.

Time:
Doors open: 5:00 p.m.
Cocktails: 5:30 p.m.
Program begins: 6:00 p.m.

Cost:
$60 member
$75 non-member
Ticket prices include a full buffet dinner, entertainment and dance.

A salute to Robbie Burns and all things Scottish. Join in with the St. Andrew-Caledonian Society of Calgary at their annual salute to Robbie Burns. Come and celebrate all things Scottish with roast beef, neeps, tatties and lots of haggis!
Featuring a full buffet dinner, entertainment and Scottish Country Dancing.
- Address to the lassies and response; Immortal Memory, Burns’ poems and songs.
- Highland dancers
- Society’s Gaelic choir, soloists as well as the Society’s pipes and drums.
- Scottish Country Dance with GlenMorin as the musicians.

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January 25, 2020

STARS & SPURS GALA

BMO Centre, Hall E, Stampede Park

Schedule:
5:00 p.m. Reception with complimentary champagne. Silent Auction and raffles begin.
6:45 p.m. Dinner and Formal Program
9:30 p.m. Doors Open for After Party and Live Entertainment
10:00 p.m. Live Entertainment with the Reklaws

Tickets: $325
Table of 8: $300-$4000
Tickets: $125 for After Party and Live Entertainment at 9:30 p.m.

Twenty-six years strong, the PSAC Stars and Spurs Gala has been bringing together industry leaders to celebrate the hard work and dedication of Albertans with a western themed night of great food, dancing, and live entertainment. It’s the Way of the West. Hosted by the Petroleum Services Association of Canada (PSAC) in support of STARS Air Ambulance.
The Petroleum Services Association of Canada (PSAC) is the national trade association representing the service, supply and manufacturing sectors within the upstream petroleum industry. PSAC represents a diverse range of nearly 250 member companies, employing more than 80,000 people and contracting almost exclusively to oil and gas exploration and production companies.While the petroleum services sector always operates as safely as possible, it's great to know that in case of an emergency, STARS is only a phone call away.
PSAC is proud to partner with STARS to host the annual PSAC Stars and Spurs Gala. While the petroleum services sector always operates as safely as possible, it’s great to know that in case of an emergency, STARS is only a phone call away. That is why PSAC has helped to raise over $17 million for STARS over the past 25 years. The 2019 gala was a huge success with over 1,500 guests and raised over $1.26 million net to support STARS’ life-saving work in Alberta. This will be an evening to remember featuring a champagne reception, dinner, raffles, live and silent auctions, entertainment and dancing.
This year’s gala will be an evening to remember featuring a champagne reception, dinner, entertainment, dancing, and of course, a live and silent auction. Wear your best western attire and join in for an evening you won't forget.

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January 25-26, 2020

The Bash Announces 2020 Boutique Wedding Show

The Hudson, 6th floor, 200 8th Ave. S.W.

Times:
Saturday: 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Sunday: 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Tickets: $18 per day

Calgary’s most trendsetting wedding event takes place January 20 and 21.
On those days, The Bash returns with its fifth annual wedding showcase. Not a traditional bridal show, The Bash is a boutique-wedding event that features a curated lineup of trendsetting and innovative wedding creatives. The 2020 event will feature over 30 local vendors and takes place downtown in The Hudson.
Created by three local wedding experts who saw a lack in the wedding industry for a modern-day, experiential, and all-encompassing wedding event, The Bash introduces brides and attendees to wedding professionals that will help inspire and craft a fresh vision of what a wedding should be.
What to Expect
• Colour, fun and lots of amazing inspiration for your day!
• Complimentary signature cocktail and canapes
• Saturday night dance party with tunes from local DJ
• Exclusive gift bags
• Chance to meet and greet with the best and most creative wedding vendors that calgary has to offer!

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January 30-February 2, 2020

51st Annual Calgary RV Exposition & Sale

BMO Centre, Stampede Park

Thursday: 1:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m.
Friday: 10:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m.
Saturday: 9:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m.
Sunday: 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

Admission:
Adult: $15.00
Senior (60+): $11.00
Youth (13-17): $7.00
Children 12 & under: Free
Family: $37.00 (2 adult & 2 child tickets)

Calgary's premier RV exposition, the RV Expo & Sale has been bringing you the best of the Industry for 50 years. The Calgary RV Expo & Sale is Western Canada's largest showing of Recreation Vehicle, services and accessories. This year it will be better than ever. Calgary & area consumers will be guaranteed a greater selection of new RV's. The Calgary RV Expo & Sale attracts thousands of consumers during the four-day period who are either interested in or dedicated to the "RV Lifestyle". An expanded presence of travel destinations will allow consumers to get a better idea of what's available for the RVer in Western Canada.

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January 31, 2020

The Big Ball

Hotel Arts, 119 12th Ave. S.W.

7:00 p.m.-2:00 a.m.

Tickets: $275

Chaired by Dr. Shelley Spaner & Special Guest Chair Karen Gosbee.
Gain entry into the biggest party of 2020! With unlimited dance, drink, food and fun, this powerful initiative acts to increase awareness in areas impacting men, including mental health. The biggest event of the year falls on January 31st and tickets are going fast…
Get em’ while they last!

Proceeds from the Big Ball will support thousands of Calgary men and their families dealing with mental health issues, through the Women for Men's Health Initiative at Calgary's Prostate Cancer Centre.

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January 31-February 2, 2020

The Jasper Beer & Spirits Festival

The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge, 1 Old Lodge Road, Jasper, Alberta

Schedule
Friday:
Grand Tasting Evening Event: 6:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m.

Saturday:
Grand Tasting Evening Event: 6:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m.
Includes all beer and spirit samples, as well as amazing food prepared by Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge’s world-class chefs
Shuttle service – to and from Jasper Brewing Co. BrewPub in downtown Jasper to Jasper Park Lodge
Welcome Reception from 5:30 p.m.–6:00 p.m. in the Great Hall

Sunday:
10:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Hot Stove Brunch
4:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.: Super Bowl Party

Tickets Grand Tasting Evening Event: $99

Reservations:
$569 Weekend VIP Retreat Package
Package Includes:
- Two Nights Accommodation
- Welcome Amenity
- Friday Evening Dinner & Festival #1
- Saturday Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner & Festival #2
- Sunday Brunch
- Beer Tasting, Sessions & Seminars
- Gratuities

Extend your stay for the Super Bowl Sunday on February 2
- Super Bowl Viewing Party
- Super Bowl Snacks
- Prizes
- Alcoholic Beverages are not included

Your mountain adventure awaits! The Jasper Beer & Spirits Festival, hosted at the world-renowned Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge, is unlike any beer festival experience in the world. Think of it as part beer/spirit festival, part intriguing story-time seminars, and part wilderness adventure.
Each evening of the 2 night festival will feature a different line up of tantalizing craft beers and spirits to sample, as well as succulent foods prepared by the amazing chefs at JPL! During the day, listen to passionate stories from some of the top brewers and distillers in the world plus other amazing guests. Think of the Summit like the League of Super Heroes, but more chill, with brewer/distiller super powers, and way, way, way more beards.
The Jasper Beer & Spirits Festival is a unique mountain retreat. Those who experience it will want to keep it secret, so you’ll need to be there to discover what this mountain adventure holds in store for you!

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