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 Stampeders

The Stamps return for 2018. Their next home game is June 28 vs. Ottawa. For more info, click here.

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Concerts and Special Events:

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April-June 2018

Spring Festivals

June 2018
June 19-24
Sled Island Festival

July 2018
July 1
Canada Day

July 5-15
Calgary Stampede

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

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April-June 2018

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

Various Locations

June 2018
June 23
Southern Alberta Brain Injury Society's Walk & Roll
Marathon of Sport
Colour Me Rad

June 23-24
The Johnson MS Bike Tour- Airdrie to Olds

June 24
Ride Don't Hide

July 2018
July 4
Make-A-Wish Rope for Hope

July 13-15
Tour for Kids Alberta (Calgary-Canadian Rockies-Calgary)

July 19, August 2, 9, 17
Lawn Summer Nights

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

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June 2018

June 13, 20, 27, July 4, 2018

The Brewer's Apprentice presents Brew Ed.

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

Registration: $165
Includes all four "classes" including beer and brewery tour. Registration can be bought as a gift to use in any month in 2018.

The Brewer's Apprentice and Alberta Beer Festivals has always been about beer education. In order to continue that practise, they have created Brew Ed., 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 2019, 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 July 2018. Note: You must be 18 years or older to register.

Click here to see Course Outline

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June 14-19, 2018

Waterton Wildflower Festival

Waterton Lakes National Park, Alberta

Event Times:
June 14: 6:30 a.m-9:00 p.m.
June 15: 6:30 a.m-12:00 a.m.
June 16: 8:00 a.m-12:00 a.m.
June 17: 7:00 a.m-12:00 a.m.
June 18: 7:30 a.m-12:00 a.m.
June 19: 7:00 a.m-9:30 p.m.

Register for events: Prices range from FREE to $105
Registraton in the Waterton Community Centre, 201 Cameron Falls Drive, Waterton Park

Step into a wildflower wonderland, a varitable bouquet of wildflowers. The spectacular setting of Waterton Lakes National Park is home to more than 1,000 vascular plant species including half of all wildflower species found in Alberta. Of those, 175 species are listed as rare in Alberta and 20 are only found in Waterton, some of which are also listed as rare in Canada.
From beargrass to orchids, pink meadowsweet, and glacier lilies, learn to identify the different species, see wildflowers from horseback, indulge in an afternoon tea with local experts, and learn about wildflower photography and painting. The possibilities and mediums are endless when learning about Waterton wildflowers during the annual Waterton Wildflower Festival. Join in for guided walks, hikes, workshops and presentations. Come celebrate the first day of summer in a World Heritage Site.
This 6-day event, a program of the Waterton Park Community Association, features many 80 workshops on photography and art, guided walks on plant identification and park ecosystems, family programs, lunchtime and evening photographic presentations and local entertainment. Activities include: Wildflower Photography and Painting, Wildflower Identification, Wildflower Connections, Wildflowers by Horseback as well as an Afternoon Tea with Local Experts.... and more.
Events throughout the festival are led by highly qualified professionals, naturalists and scientists who will help make your Festival experience memorable.
Events throughout the 6 days are led by highly qualified professionals including talented wildflower writers, photographers and artists Alan Dyer, Jacinthe Lavoie, and Ian Wilson, naturalists and scientist, Dr. Roy Golsteyn, Brenda Holder, Kim Pearson, Roger Riis, Ron McNeil, Joe Desjardins, Valorie Webber, Joyce Sasse, Julie Strong, Barry Adams, Robert Dale Rogers, Mary Ann Reeves, and Lyndon Penner will help make your Festival experience memorable.

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June 19-24, 2018

Sled Island Festival

Various Locations

Schedule:
Tuesday, June 19: 10:00 a.m.-1:00 a.m.
Wednesday, June 20: 10:00 a.m.-2:00 a.m.
Thursday, June 21: 10:00 a.m.-2:00 a.m.
Friday, June 22: 10:00 a.m.-2:00 a.m.
Saturday, June 23: 10:00 a.m.-2:00 a.m.
Sunday, June 24: 10:00 a.m.-2:00 a.m.

Tickets:
Festival Discovery Pass: $214 before June 17, $225 after
Festival Discovery Plus Pass: $366 before June 17, $385 after
All-Ages Pass (under 18): $40
Single Show Tickets: $12-$85

Sled Island Music & Film Festival 2018
Sled Island is a 6 day festival featuring over 250 musical acts and over 100 visual artists, film makers and comedians in over 35 venues throughout Calgary.

Also:
Comedy
Film
Art
Special Events
Conference

Since 2007, Sled Island's thoughtful, eclectic programming and independent spirit have fused with Calgary's youthful energy to produce a one-of-a-kind festival experience. Each June, the five-day music and arts festival brings together a community of over 250 bands, comedians, filmmakers and artists as well as over 30,000 attendees in more than 35 venues, transforming the city into an arts lover's paradise that has earned rave reviews from artists, fans and media from across the globe.
The festival includes jaw-dropping line-ups and surprises in unique and intimate settings around every corner. Seminal art rock band Deerhoof will be joining as guest curator of Sled Island 2018!
Of course, Sled Island is more than just music - with film screenings, art openings, comedy performances, panel discussions and more at all hours, there's something, well, many things actually, for everyone at this year's festival. Festival passes are on sale now online - a festival pass grants access to all music, art, comedy, film and workshop event at Sled Island subject to venue capacity.

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June 20-21, 2018

POPS in the Park with CPO

Heritage Park Celebration Tent, 1900 Heritage Dr. S.W.

Barbeque - 6:30 p.m.
Concert - 7:30 p.m.

Tickets:
Adult: $70.00
Senior: $70.00
Student: $70.00
Child: $30.00

Karl Hirzer, resident conductor Resident Conductor

Round up your friends and family to welcome summer with this annual evening of popular classics and mouth-watering western barbeque. Taking place in the spacious event tent at Heritage Park, there’s no need to bring along chairs or cushions. This fun casual event includes a lively program of classical and Pops favourites

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June 21, 2018

Big Hearted Cowboys

Cowboys Dance Hall, 421 12th Ave. S.E.

Time: 3:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m.

Tickets: $250

It’s your chance to meet some of the world’s best Rodeo Cowboys, Chuckwagon Drivers and Barrel Racers up close and in person. At the same time you can sample some lipsmackin’ appetizers and wash ’em all down with some bubbly beverages. On Thursday June 21st, Big Hearted Cowboys will un-officially kick off the 2018 edition of the Calgary Stampede…the best party you can have with your boots on!
Cowboys Dance Hall will again host and be the major sponsor at this great fundraising event. With cuisine from Canvas Bistro, this party will definitely be the “go to” event of the Stampede season. The Big Hearted Mavericks Foundation and Big Hearted Cowboys will work together to support kids and families in Calgary and Southern Alberta. With your help they can make a difference in the lives of some of the kids who need it the most. The goal for this year’s Big Hearted Cowboys event is to raise $300,000 to benefit Community Kitchen and Kidsport.

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June 21-24, 2018

Guy Weadick Days & WPCA Chuckwagon Racing

High River Agricultural Grounds, High River, Alberta

Schedule:
Thursday, June 21, Chuckwagons 7:00 p.m.
Friday, June 22, Rodeo 5:00 p.m., Chuckwagons 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, June 23, Rodeo 1:30 p.m., Chuckwagons 7:00 p.m.
Sunday, June 24, Rodeo 1:00 p.m., Chuckwagons 4:00 p.m.

Family Zone:
Thursday 6:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m.
Friday 4:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m.
Saturday 10:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m.
Sunday 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.

Tickets:
Rodeo:
Adult: $15.00-$20.00
Youth (10-17): $10.00
Child (3-9): $5.00
Chuckwagons:
Adult: $20.00-$25.00
Youth (10-17): $10.00
Child (3-9): FREE-$5.00
All Access Pass: $153
Full Weekend Pass:
Adult: $127.50
Youth (10-17): $59.50
Child (3-9): $25.50
Day Pass:
Adult: $37.50- $40.00
Youth (10-17): $18.00
Child (3-9): $8.00
Rodeo Weekend Pass:
Adult: $49.50
Youth (10-17): $27.00
Child (3-9): $13.50
Wagon Weekend Pass:
Adult: $85.50
Youth (10-17): $36.00
Child (3-9): $13.50
Drew Gregory Cabaret: $15

Wild West Rodeo
Guy Weadick Days 2018 will be one show you DO NOT want to miss. This year anticipate the return of Pro Rodeo like you've never seen it before as the Guy Weadick Days Wild West Rodeo. You will see the best of the best cowboys' professional rodeo has to offer and the wildest wild west entertainment you've ever seen. An afternoon of broncs, bulls, pretty ladies with fast horses and various other acts for your enjoyment. The clown this year is none other than Brinson James, who's been doing this since he was just a kid. This is a full performance with lots to see. Don't miss out!
Don't forget the historic World Professional Chuckwagon action, who Guy Weadick himself created in the early 1920's. Come cheer on the drivers as they match the half mile of hell. The prairies of southern Alberta are the heartland of ranch country and the birthplace of this sport. Guy Weadick was instrumental in chuck wagon racing becoming something more than a bunch of cowboys trying to cook up some beans and bacon on the open range, faster than the next outfit. Come and cheer on the 36 drivers of the WPCA as they cast their fate to the figure eight.
Head over to the Family Zone and check out family friendly activities, including Wagon Rides, Petting Zoo, Bouncy Castles, Farmers Markets, Food Trucks, Tractor Museum and more. Last but not least come kick up your boots at this year's concerts and rodeo dance with Drew Gregory playing.

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June 22, 2018

TEDxYYC 2018

Jack Singer Concert Hall, Arts Commons, 205 8th Avenue S.E.

Doors at 12:00 p.m.
Event 1:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m.
After-Party to follow

Ticket prices:
General Admission = $84.50
Student = $69.50
Group = $74.50
(8 ticket purchase required minimum)
TEDxYYC+ After-Party Add-On =$15.00

The 3rd annual Student & Speaker Breakfast will take place at Hotel Arts on the morning of the event. Students who are over the age of 17 can apply to attend the breakfast, and ten lucky students are given a spot at the breakfast table.

Get ready to ignite true possibility! You’re invited to join in for an important journey far beyond your known boundaries of thought at TEDxYYC 2018 on June 22. Are you ready to explore a realm of possibilities you never knew existed?
Gather to explore the unlimited opportunity held in the Adjacent Possible, the premise that there is an enormous untapped sphere of ideas that exist just outside what we think we are capable of, sparked one after another like endless ripples in a pond. What if you could go beyond “what you know today” into the far greater “what is possible?” Every adjacent possibility opens another, creating bursts of limitlessness far beyond what we can currently imagine. Most importantly, adjacent possibilities can only exist when creativity and curiosity are given freedom to explode into new ideas, creating massive shifts and positive change.
Hear passionate speakers ready to take the stage to create a powerful energy together with deep discussion and intimate connection. TEDxYYC strives to bring the best and brilliant to Calgary, fueling those who gather to push boundaries of their own. Could this year’s event be the catalyst that brings you right to the edge of your potential, then catapults you beyond it? Don’t miss the chance to find out!
As Calgary’s largest and most well-attended independently-organized TED event, this ninth event will continue the legacy of excellence and inspiration in the areas of Technology, Entertainment, and Design. With an ongoing mission to bring like-minded individuals together to create, collaborate, and innovate at the highest level, TEDxYYC will inspire you to shape your future in new ways.
“TED” stands for Technology, Entertainment, Design — three broad subject areas that are, collectively, shaping our future. And in fact, the event is broader still, showcasing ideas that matter in any discipline. Attendees have called it “the ultimate brain spa” and “a journey into the future.” The diverse audience — CEOs, scientists, creatives, philanthropists — is almost as extraordinary as the speakers, who have included Bill Clinton, Bill Gates, Jane Goodall, Frank Gehry, Paul Simon, Sir Richard Branson, Philippe Starck and Bono.

2018 Speakers Announced:
David Moscrop
Farima Berenji
Eric Jardine
Sophia Lebessis
Sue Mylde
Aaron Goodarzi
Robin Winsor
Kelcie Miller-Anderson
Jeremy Klaszus
Tim Tamashiro
and more...

Performers:
Le Cirque de la Nuit
Hymn

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June 22-24, 2018

Encore 4-on-4 Street Hockey Tournament

Mount Royal University, 4825 Mount Royal Gate S.W.

Begins Friday 7:00 p.m. until Sunday 9:00 p.m.

Registration: $475/team until June 15, $500 after
Each team shall have a minimum of 4 players and a maximum of 9 players, including a goalie. All games will be played with 3 players and 1 goalie. All co-ed teams shall have a minimum of 1 female player (not including the goalie) on the court at all times.

Divisions
Adult Rec
Adult Rec Co-Ed
Adult Competitive
Legends (35+)
Kids U8
Kids U10
Youth U12
Youth U14
Youth U16
Youth U18

Encore 4-on-4 is bringing Calgary’s love of street hockey back to life this summer!
From June 22-24, up to 180 teams will have the chance to compete and be crowned Calgary’s street hockey champions in multiple divisions for all age groups. More than 1,500 people are expected to attend this event spanning multiple divisions, including Recreational, Competitive and Legends (35+). The tournament is for all ages, from Kids U8 to Legends (35+), and includes co-ed and unrestricted divisions.
The tournament is run by the Western Ball Hockey League. All of the action gets underway at Mount Royal University. Each team is guaranteed a minimum of 3 “regular season” games and 1 playoff game. Regular season games will be played on Friday night between 7:00 p.m. and 9:40 p.m., and all day Saturday. Playoff games will occur on Sunday. Encore uses a single-elimination style for playoffs for the Sunday games (win and you advance to the next round, lose and you’re out).

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June 23, 2018

20th Annual Water Valley Celtic Festival

Various locations, Water Valley, Alberta

2018 Schedule
Saturday
New Community Hall
9:00 - 9:30 To be Announced
9:45 - 10:15 Lilybelle
10:30 - 11:00 Brian Volke
11:15 - 11:45 Gerry Madigan
12:00 - 12:30 Noises from the Basement
12:45 - 1:15 The Project
1:30 - 2:00 Father Married Cousin
2:15 - 2:45 Inisheer
3:00 - 3:30 Lucid Diversity
3:45 - 4:15 Christie Simmons
4:30 - 5:00 The Yard Arms
5:15 - 5:45 The Yard Arms
6:00 - 6:30 2A Connection Ensemble
6:45 - 7:15 Oak Tree Session Players
7:30 - 8:00 Oak Tree Session Players

Upper Level Chinook Creative Arts Centre (Old School House)
9:00 - 9:30 To Be Announced
9:45 - 10:15 Ken the Whistle Guy
10:30 - 11:00 Kathy Pepers
11:15 - 11:45 Togaibh I Calgarraidh
12:00 - 12:30 Gan Ainm
12:45 - 1:15 ICS Choir
1:30 - 2:00 Men Folk Singing
2:15 - 2:45 Calgary Burns Club Choir
3:00 - 3:30 Diminished Fifth
3:45 - 4:15 Barry Luft
4:30 - 5:00 Ceol
5:15 - 5:45 Get Reel
6:00 - 6:30 Jake Ian
6:45 - 7:15 Celtara

Lower Level Chinook Creative Arts Centre (Old School House)
9:45 - 10:15 Wee Jammed
10:30 - 11:00 Rosaleen and Dave
11:15 - 11:45 On Irish Street
12:00 - 12:30 The Nobel Lennies
12:45 - 1:15 Ken the Whistle Guy
1:30 - 2:00 Derek Lofthouse
2:15 - 2:45 George Lyon
3:00 - 3:30 Soulstice and Prairie Highlander
3:45 - 4:15 Soulstice
4:30 - 5:00 Murray Fitch
5:15 - 5:45 Bob Chartier and Coffee Row Ochestra
6:00 - 6:30 Brian Sullivan
6:45 - 7:15 Horizon Ridge

FAMI Tent
9:00-9:30 Ralph McNeil
9:45 - 10:15 Dave Foster
10:30 - 11:00 The May Bees
11:15 - 11:45 Eric Coyle
12:00 - 12:30 Nora Maidman
12:45 - 1:15 Skullduggery
1:30 - 2:00 John Leeder
2:15 - 2:45 Pam and the Boys
3:00 - 3:30 Grumpy Irish
3:45 - 4:15 Sypher's Cove
4:30 - 5:00 The Haymakers
5:15 - 5:45 Grumpy Irish

Water Valley Community Association Tent
11:15 - 11:45 Joel Weder
12:00 - 12:30 Alison Demeter
12:45 - 1:15 Murray Fitch
1:30 - 2:00 Casieal
2:15 - 2:45 The Project
3:00 - 3:30 Father Married Cousin
3:45 - 4:15 May Contain Alcohol
4:30 - 5:00 Wee Jammed

Settle In / Wine & Beer Tent
9:45 - 10:15 Brian Volke
10:30 - 11:00 Will Quan
11:15 - 11:45 Noises From the Basement
12:00 - 12:30 Lilybelle
12:45 - 1:15 Fromage Chaud
1:30 - 2:00 May Contain Alcohol
2:15 - 2:45 Alison Demeter and Doug Baker
3:00 - 3:30 Rocky Mountain Rappers Sing and Dance
3:45 - 4:15 Skullduggery
4:30 - 5:00 Confederation Park Ukulele Group
5:15 - 5:45 Horizon Ridge
6:00 - 6:30 My Son Ted
6:45 - 7:15 Syphers Cove
7:30 - 8:00 To Be Announced
8:15 - 8:45 To Be Announced

Remax Tent
12:00 - 12:30 To Be Announced
12:45 - 1:15 To Be Announced
1:30 - 2:00 To Be Announced
2:15 - 2:45 Whistle Workshop
3:00 - 3:30 Whistle Workshop
3:45 - 4:15 To Be Announced
4:30 - 5:00 To Be Announced

Papa Luigi Restaurant
12:45 - 1:15 Will Quan
1:30 - 2:00 Six by Six
2:15 - 2:45 Fromage Chaud
3:00 - 3:30 Nora Maidman
3:45 - 4:15 Brian Sullivan
4:30 - 5:00 To Be Announced
5:15 - 5:45 To Be Announced

Water Valley Church Centre
9:00 - 9:30 Rosaleen and the Balladeers
9:45 - 10:15 Gerry Madigan
10:30 - 11:00 The Confederation Park Ukulele Group
11:15 - 11:45 ICS Choir
12:00 - 12:30 Calgary Burns Club Choir
12:45 - 1:15 Norm Walker
1:30 - 2:00 Jeff Stockton
2:15 - 2:45 Dave Settles
3:00 - 3:30 Casieal
3:45 - 4:15 Men Folk Singing
4:30 - 5:00 Alvin Moore
5:15 - 5:45 Celtara
6:00 - 6:30 The Haymakers
6:45 - 7:15 Alyse McLeod
7:30 - 8:00 Bob Chartier and The Coffee Row Orchestra
8:15 ----Festival Closing Sing-Along
Until next year. 21st!

General Store Porch
11:00 - 11:15 Cochrane Pipe Band Society
12:00 - 2:00 Bow Valley Fiddlers

Saloon Porch Session Players
All Day- Open Jam

Tickets:
Prepaid: Single $25, Family $75
At the door: Single $30, Family $90
Family Pass: 2 adults, max. 4 children under 18 - children under 6 are free

20th Annual Water Valley Celtic Festival is a one day lively and totally unique experience that features talent of all levels involving music, dance and stories performed by individuals and groups covering the range from amateur to professional level. This festival is patterned after the festival held at Feakle, Co. Clare, Ireland, which was the inspiration for the festival's founder Dave Settles.
The festival is designed to promote traditional Celtic material and local talent. The Calgary area has many fine festivals that promote imported talent and contemporary music. This festival is not designed to compete with other events but rather to add another dimension to the Celtic entertainment choices . . . . including comfort!! This event is all inside or weather protected by tents.
You will find performances in over 10 different venues including the historic church, schoolhouse and on an old-time general store porch, all in the picturesque community of Water Valley.
You may need to dance in your Water Valley Oxfords, but there will be tents up and lots of tasty food. Guaranteed to be a great time!

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June 23, 2018

3rd Annual Olds Beer Fest

Olds Regional Exhibition, 5116 54 Street, Olds, Alberta

4:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.

Tickets:
$10 advance
$15 at the door
$2/token ~ typically samples are one (1) token with premium sampling being more as desired by the vendor

Mark June 23 on your calendars for the 3rd Annual Olds Beer Fest!
The Olds Craft Beer Festival showcases some of the most winning and progressive breweries in Alberta!
Olds Regional Exhibition is delighted to offer this rural craft beer festival that also features some delightful local wines, meaderies and spirits. There will be entertainment, games, food and the opportunity to interact with some of the most talented and accomplished brewmasters! Look for the Cask Competition which features speciality unfiltered or unpasteurized beer.
This celebration is intended for the most passionate beer connoisseurs, wine enthusiasts and spirit lovers!

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June 23-24, 2018

PARKSHOW and PARKSALE

George C. King Bridge, The RiverWalk, East Village

Schedule:
Saturday, June 23
10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.: PARKSALE
5:30 p.m.: Platinum VIP Experience at charbar
6:30 p.m.: PARKSHOW Opening Reception
8:30 p.m.: Runway Show

Sunday June 24
10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.: PARKSALE

Tickets:
PARKSALE: Free Entry
Platinum VIP Experience: $350
Includes: Platinum VIP Dinner, Front Row Reserved Seating, Complimentary Beverage, Hors D'oeuvres, VIP Lounge Access, Deluxe Gift Bag
VIP Tier I: $190
Includes: Front Row Reserved Seating, Complimentary Beverage, Hors D'oeuvres, VIP Lounge Access, Deluxe Gift Bag
General Seating: $80
Standing Room: $50

The tenth anniversary celebration is shaping up to be one of the biggest and most ambitious events to date! PARKSHOW isn't your average fashion show - an immersive cultural experience, PARKSHOW brings together the best of Canada's emerging fashion designers, rising artists, musical performers, and culinary talents. Taking place on the George C. King Bridge, PARKSHOW redefines the cultural landscape in Western Canada, giving you a unique new way to support Canadian culture.

THE FASHION SHOW
At 6:30 p.m. on June 23, the doors open and the show begins! Taking place in conjunction with PARKSALE, there is a full market to shop, local food to eat, and of course plenty of Canadian designers to enjoy!

PARKSALE
Join in from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 23rd and Sunday June 24th for PARKSALE, a full day market that allows you to support Canadian brands before and after the show. PARKSALE will be taking place on the RiverWalk in East Village for the first time ever!

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June 25, 2018

2018 Betty Mitchell Awards

Vertigo Theatre, 115 9th Ave. S.E.

Doors at 6:30 p.m.
Show starts at 7:30 p.m.
After-party to follow

Early bird tickets (first 100 purchases) are $30, and regular price tickets are $35

The 21st Annual Betty Mitchell Awards, named for a pioneer of Calgary's theatrical community, Dr. Betty Mitchell, were started in 1998 to celebrate and honour outstanding achievement in Calgary's professional theatre community. The Betty Mitchell Awards provide the opportunity to recognize the excellent work that takes place on stages in Calgary throughout the year. The gala ceremony is always great fun and this year will be no exception. Come and get the Party Started with this year's hosts, Katherine Fadum & Michael Tan!
Celebrating the past season on the eve of the new, the Betty Mitchell Awards recognize excellence in Calgary's professional theatres. The united front the awards represent continues to encourage audience growth and raise the profile of live performance in our city.

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June 26-July 2, 2018

Ponoka Stampede

Stampede Grounds, Ponoka, Alberta

Schedule:
June 26th: Grounds open 5:30 p.m.
June 27th through July 2: Grounds open at Noon.

Rodeo, Chuckwagons & Concerts
Tuesday, June 26th
9:00 AM: Farmers Market- Arena Complex
6:30 PM: 82nd Ponoka Stampede Kick-off Pro Rodeo & Stage Show featuring The Road Hammers.
Live entertainment and Dance at the Stagecoach Saloon plus Fireworks.

Wednesday, June 27th - “Senior’s Day”
1:00 PM: Pro Rodeo
6:30 PM: Kids Wild Pony Racing, All Pro Canadian Chuckwagons, World Professional Chuckwagons
Ponoka Stampede Star Talent Showcase & Fireworks after dark.
Live Entertainment at the Stagecoach Saloon

Thursday, June 28th
1:00 PM: Pro Rodeo
6:30 PM: Kids Wild Pony Racing, All Pro Canadian Chuckwagons, World Professional Chuckwagons, Stage Show featuring Trace Adkins & Fireworks. Live Entertainment at the Stagecoach Saloon.

Friday, June 29th- Kid’s Day
1:00 PM: Pro Rodeo
6:30 PM: Kids Wild Pony Racing, Pony Chuckwagons, World Professional Chuckwagons
8:30 PM: Coors Beer Gardens & Downtown Dance at the Arena Complex

Saturday, June 30th
1:00 PM: Pro Rodeo
6:30 PM: Kids Wild Pony Racing, All Pro Canadian Chuckwagons, World Professional Chuckwagon Racing & Fireworks after dark.
8:30 PM: Beer Gardens & Downtown Dance - Arena Complex

Sunday, July 1st
1:00 PM: Pro Rodeo
6:30 PM: Kids Wild Pony Racing, All Pro Canadian Chuckwagons, World Professional Chuckwagon Racing & Fireworks. Live Entertainment at the Stagecoach Saloon.

Monday, July 2nd
1:00 PM: Pro Rodeo Finals
6:30 PM: 81st Ponoka Stampede “Showdown”
All Pro Canadian Chuckwagons $10,000 “Dash for Cash” Championship Heat
World Professional Chuckwagons $50,000 Tommy Dorchester “Dash for Cash”
Ponoka Stampede Pro Rodeo Stampede Showdown $105,000 Bonus Prize Money
Cattle Raffle- Final Drawing for $70,000 cash or 50 bred heifers

Tickets:
Rodeo and Chuckwagons: $23, $26 day of
Finals: $32
Seniors/Kids (12 and under): $12, $12 day of
Chuckwagons and Concert:
June 26- Ponoka Stampede Kick-off Pro Rodeo followed by “The Road Hammers” Stage Show, Dodge Truck Giveaway and Fireworks after dark: Adult $50, Kids (12 and under) $25
June 28- Ponoka Stampede Pro Rodeo followed by Trace Atkins and Fireworks after dark: Adult $60 (advance), $65 (day of)
Beer Gardens and Downtown Dance (Arena Complex) Tickets $15.00
All Performance Package:
Adults - $273.00
Kids - $194.25 (12 and under)

Seven rodeo events and chuckwagons plus beer gardens, live entertainment, fireworks, dance, parade, casino and VLTs, midway, Ponoka Farmer's Market, art show and much more.
Ponoka Stampede, the Wild West of '36 has one of the best Pro Rodeo competitions in the country. Amidst a flurry of wranglers, chaps and spurs, the Ponoka Stampede grounds comes alive for 7 days straight with bucking bulls and barrel-racing horses in a posse of action-packed performances. More than 600 contestants vie for prize money in the excess of ($325,000) Daily afternoon performances consist of rough stock (bareback, saddle bronc and bull riding) and timed events (steer wrestling, team roping, tie-down roping and barrel racing). Ponoka Stampede also features amateur bareback riding, saddle bronc and boys steer riding. Don't miss the Stampede Showdown where the Top 4 cowboys/cowgirls from each event advance from the Finals to compete for a $15,000 BONUS.

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June 28-July 2, 2018

Airdrie Pro Rodeo

The Rodeo Ranch, 10 kms. West of Airdrie on Highway #567

Schedule:
June 30 - July 2
New for 2018 - Mini Broncs

Thursday, June 28
Bull Riding Bonanza - 7:00 p.m.

Friday, June 29
Junior Rodeo - 6:00 p.m.
Pro Rodeo - 7:00 p.m.

Saturday, June 30
Junior Rodeo - 6:00 p.m.
Pro Rodeo - 7:00 p.m.

Sunday, July 1
Junior Rodeo - 2:00 p.m.
Pro Rodeo - 3:00 p.m.

Monday, July 2
Junior Rodeo - 2:00 p.m.
Pro Rodeo - 3:00 p.m.

General Admission Tickets:
Ages 0-10: Free
Ages 11-17: $15
Ages 18-64: $20
Ages 65+: $15
5 day Rodeo Pass $80
Chute Tours: $50

Celebrate the 51st anniversary of the rodeo in 2018! Be part of the Legacy.
Every year, World and Canadian champions are part of a consistently high number of contestant entries at the Airdrie Pro Rodeo. In 2010, they had more cowboys and cowgirls than at any other Canadian Professional Rodeo Association event. This rodeo is in the top 10 professional rodeos by payout in Canada and 2018 marks the 51st year of rodeo in Airdrie.
During the Pro Rodeo, fans take in the excitement of the top cowboys and cowgirls performing in Bull Riding, Bareback Riding, Saddle Bronc, Tie Down Roping, Steer Wrestling, Team Roping and Barrel Racing. On the Wednesday, the Bull Riding Bonanza is one full night of exciting Bull Riding!!
Every fan loves watching the kids as they give it their all! Let your young cow folk experience rodeo first hand by entering them in one of the Jr. Rodeo events: Mutton Busting, Sheep Scramble, Calf Scramble, Wild Horse Riding, PeeWee Barrel Racing & Jr. Barrel Racing.
There is something for everyone! Kids' Activities, Food Trucks, Beer Gardens, Evening Entertainment & Camping. The grounds offer live music every night, free parking, free camping, and more.
After the last bull is ridden, the entertainment in the beer gardens begins. There will be a cabarets on some nights as well. So stick around and dance the night away.

New at the Airdrie Pro Rodeo this year!
For one special price, you’ll get:
- A guided chute tour that explains all of the events, including both the bucking chutes and the times event chutes
- All your questions answered by an experienced host, including an explanation of judging, scoring and basic rules
Lots of picture opportunities
- An Airdrie Pro Rodeo souvenir
- Your chance to meet both a human and animal rodeo athlete
- A special viewing section in the stands - you’ll be amazed at how close you are to the action!
- A 10% food discount voucher
All this for a price of $50 per person. There’s a limited number of tickets every night and tours start promptly at 5:00 p.m. for evening performances or 1:00 p.m. for afternoon performances. The meeting point is at the white volunteer office.

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July 2018

July 1, 2018

Canada Day Celebrations

Various locations

Join in celebrations in and around Calgary. Click here for more info.

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July 5-15, 2018

Calgary Stampede

Stampede Park and various locations in and around Calgary

It's the Calgary Stampede's 106th Anniversary and there are lots of events going on! The Fourteenth Season of the Original Stampede Spreadsheet, Edition Two; Calgary's first and most complete listing of Stampede events, on and off the grounds, is now up. Look for breakfasts, concerts and other live entertainment, special events, bar/nightclub/saloon info and more, with much more information to come! Check back often for new additions.

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July 6-7, 2018

Mexifest

Eau Claire Plaza, 200 Barclay Parade S.W.

11:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m. each day

Admission:
$10 in advance
$20 at the door
Kids under 10 and adults over 70 are free.

Come and experience Mexico in Calgary
The Latino Folkloric Society presents: Mexifest a 2 day ethnic festival that specifically highlights the culture of Mexico, Mexifest will showcase the diversity in Mexican gastronomy, arts, music, and culture. Mexifest will give Calgary a Taste of Mexico.
Mexifest is a family-oriented, multicultural arts and entertainment festival highlighting the Mexican Culture. It will take place in the heart of downtown Calgary at Eau Claire Plaza on July 6th and 7th. It is an opportunity to support Calgary’s Mexican community while encouraging multiculturalism among all Calgarians. Mexifest aims at attracting attendees from all walks, with a focus on promoting cross-cultural experiences and introducing the city to the finer aspects of contemporary and traditional Mexican culture.
Mexifest will showcase amazing Mexican entertainment including Mariachis, Mexican Folkloric dancers, authentic Mexican banda, corridos, norteña, duranguenses and all kinds of Mexican cultural expressions. Plus a Luchadores Ring with authentic Mexican Luchadores (wrestlers doing shows during theday, it will be interactive and fun for the whole family) and a Kids' Area.
From the producers of “Taste of Calgary”; Mexifest will showcase nothing but the best, most authentic Mexican food period.
Mexifest will blow you away with flavour and quality; it will be fully licenced allowing food vendors to also sell drinks and cocktails. Get ready to experience the best tequilas, pulques, palomas, margaritas, tejuinos, tepaches, micheladas and of course a vast array of Mexican beers. There will be a Taco showdown, hot sauce eating competition on stage. In addition Mexifest will also crown the Best Mexican Salsa of Mexifest! Just buy the chips and go around the festival trying everybody’s salsas; after that fill a quick survey and that’s it! Mexifest will donate all the chips sales proceedings to the Food Bank.

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July 6-8, 2018

Vegreville's 45th Annual Ukrainian Pysanka Festival

The Vegreville Country Fair and Exhibition Grounds, 45th Avenue and 47A Street Vegreville, Alberta

Grandstand Performances
Friday, July 6
12:00 PM: Pioneer Village Demonstrations opens
Cultural & Band Showcase stage show starts ~ free admission
Beer Gardens opens ~ free admission
Yarmarok Marketplace opens
Artists Market and Trace Your Roots opens
2:00 PM: Opening Ceremonies at Cultural Showcase Stage (*NEW* multiplex)
Kids Kolomeyka (multiplex)
6:30 PM Cultural & Band Showcase stage show closes
6:30 PM: Beer Gardens Close
7:00 PM: Grandstand Show - approx. 2 hour show ~ $25 show
9:00 PM: Evening Zabava doors open ~ $15 admission
10:00 PM Yarmarok and Artists Market closes

Saturday July 7
10:00 AM: Pioneer Village Demonstrations opens
10:00 AM: Folk Arts and Trace Your Roots opens
10:00 AM: Yarmarok Marketplace and Artists Market opens
11:00 AM: Cultural & Band Showcase opens
Competitions Solo, Duet and Groups
2:00 PM: Grandstand Show - approx. 2 hour show ~ $25 show
6:30 PM: Cultural & Band Showcase closes
7:00 PM: Grandstand Show - approx. 2 hour show ~ $25 show
Yarmarok Marketplace closes
9:00 PM: Evening Zabava doors open ~ $15 admission

Sunday July 8
10:00 AM: Pioneer Village Demonstrations opens
10:00 AM: Yarmarok Marketplace opens
10:00 AM: Artists Market, Folk Arts, and Trace Your Roots opens
2:00 PM: Grandstand Show - approx. 2 hour show ~ $25 show
5:00 PM: Yarmarok Marketplace closes
5:00 PM: Artists Market closes

Tickets:
Free main gate admission
Grandstand: $25
Grandstand & Zabava Passports available: $115 (includes 4 grandstand shows & 2 zabavas)
Children 12 and under FREE
Evening Zabava: $15 admission

Welcome to Vegreville's 45th Annual Ukrainian Pysanka Festival on July 6-8.
Come experience the Ukrainian Culture!
~ delicious authentic Ukrainian food: some of the best hearty comfort food
~ treat your eyes and ears to 5 amazing grandstand shows
~ smell the aroma of fresh baked outdoor oven bread... and the taste of this bread is like no other!
~ go back in time to see how rope-making and blacksmithing was done by pioneers
~ tap your foot to some upbeat Ukrainian music as you listen to some upbeat Ukrainian music
~ dance the night away at evening Zabavas--the best Ukrainian parties always have a Kolomeyka!
~ the beautiful colourful display of folk arts cannot be missed... do you have time to learn how to make a Pysanka?
~ visit the Yarmarok marketplace to take home a Ukrainian blouse, Pysanky, and many more items

In the early seventies an idea was brought forward by some citizens of Vegreville of Ukrainian descent. Vegreville, being a centre of Ukrainian settlement in northeastern Alberta, might be a logical place for hosting a Ukrainian festival. Such an event, which could become an annual attraction, might be a most innovative and appropriate way to exhibit and preserve some of the finest aspects of our cultural heritage. It could also provide one of the best opportunities for the young generation to learn about their rich culture and for the people in general, to share in the understanding of each other's ethnic values through music, song and dance.
So the Festival is now over four decades old and has, in that time, observed the Millennium of Christianity in Ukraine, the Centenary of the arrival of Ukrainian immigrants in Canada, and the realization of independence for Ukraine. They anticipate the Festival observing many such events into the new millennium.

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July 13-22, 2018

Cyclepalooza

Various Locations

Schedule:
July 13
7:30 a.m.
CoffeeOutside
7:00 p.m.
F/100
9:00 p.m.
Friday Nightriders

July 14
11:00 a.m.
History Cycle YYC
1:00 p.m.
Bicycle Overnight Camping Trip to Chestermere Lake
7:00 p.m.
Secret Ride to Sofar Sounds Concert

July 15
8:30 a.m.
Foldie Fondo 3
11:30 a.m.
(Golf) Discs and (Bowling) Balls
12:30 p.m.
Calgary Bicycle Club Sunday Slow Ride

July 16
6:30 p.m.
Infra-ride

July 17
6:00 p.m.
Spoke and Word

July 18
7:00 p.m.
Pedal Powered Picnic

July 19

July 20
7:30 a.m.
CoffeeOutside

July 21
8:15 a.m.
Commuter Cycling Skills
11:00 a.m.
History Cycle YYC
6:30 p.m.
Bike Prom RIDE
8:00 p.m.
Cyclepalooza Bike Prom

July 22
12:00 p.m.
En Blanc à Vélo
12:30 p.m.
Calgary Bicycle Club Sunday Slow Ride

Cyclepalooza is a community-driven, do-it-yourself bicycle festival held for ten days every summer in Calgary. With a variety of bike-related events, Cyclepalooza brings together people of all ages, backgrounds, and skill levels through cycling for fun and transportation. Inspired by Portland's Pedalpalooza and Vancouver's Velopalooza, Cyclepalooza is 10 days of bike events and fun that occurs July 13-22.
Anyone can lead a ride during Cyclepalooza! Let your creativity run wild and be a part of the most diverse bike festival in Calgary.

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