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August 12; Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo - Corks For Conservation Join for an adults-only evening full of wine tasting, food pairings, classical music, and activities. Each ticket includes: admission to the zoo, wine tasting, chef attended food stations, classical music, games, and education. Learn more at calgaryzoo.com/events/corksfor-conservation.

August 12 to 13; Carifest A Caribbean celebration of music, culture, traditions and costumes at Shaw Millennium Park. Learn more at carifestcalgary.com.

August 12 to 14; Lucent Festival Hosted at Camp Adventure in Kananaskis. A weekend of yoga and movement classes of all kinds, holistic workshops, arts and crafts, free play, a marketplace, live music, relaxation, meditation, bonfires, nature hikes and dancing. Follow @lucentfestival on Instagram for more information.

August 12 to 21; Alberta on the Plate Every August during Alberta Local Food Week, Alberta on the Plate hosts a 10-day, province-wide dine around festival. For those 10 days, participating restaurants offer multicourse, fixed-price menus highlighting local producers, growers, distillers and brewers. Show your support of Alberta food! Learn more at albertaontheplate.com.

August 13; Chestermere Summer Music Fest Celebrate summer on the lake at Chestermere’s annual Summer Music Fest (formerly Chestermere Water Festival). Come down to John Peake Park and enjoy the wide variety of family friendly activities. Learn more at chestermere.ca/176/Events.

August 13, 11am to 3pm; Picnic in the Park Heart Home Network (HHN) is thrilled to introduce the firstever Picnic in the Park! Join the family-focused event in Riley Park, which will be a summer-fun filled afternoon of games, activities, a picnic lunch and connecting with the community. Learn more at brendastraffordsociety.com/ picnic-in-the-park.

August 13, 11am to 5pm; Calgary Japanese Festival “Omatsuri ” “Omatsuri'' is the Japanese term for a “traditional festival.” Visitors to the festival will be treated to Japanese cultural demonstrations, food, traditional music, dance and song, martial arts and more. Learn more at calgaryjapanesefestival.com.

August 13, 11am to 6pm; Cochrane Food Fest 2022 Enjoy delicious food and drinks crafted by local vendors, along with live entertainment, and family-friendly activities at Mitford Park. Learn more at cochranefoodfest.com.

August 13, 11am to 7pm; Franco Festival Calgary The Calgary Franco Festival promotes and shares the cultural richness of Calgary’s large Francophone community in all its diversity with the general public. The festival will offer cultural performances, a marketplace, a children’s village and cuisine at Olympic Plaza. Learn more at francofestcalgary.com.

August 13 to 14; Alberta Open Farm Days More than 100 farms, ranches, and ag-tourism operators open their gates and invite visitors to share in local stories, see on-farm demonstrations and purchase locally grown and produced products. Learn more at albertaopenfarmdays.ca.

August 14, 10am to 5pm; Marda Gras Street Festival Marda Gras is a free family-friendly event in the heart of Marda Loop. The longest running street festival in Calgary. Take part in a pedestrian friendly, car-free day with your friends and family – shopping local and reconnecting with the community. Learn more at visitmardaloop.com/mardagras.

August 18 to 27; GlobalFest @ Elliston GlobalFest is an annual celebration of Calgary’s multiculturalism, featuring pavilions, performances, international food, children's programming and fireworks. Fireworks presentations are produced by world-class pyro musical artists from around the world with a Canadian-produced finale. Learn more at globalfest.ca.

August 19 to 21; Summer Skirmish Enjoy an exciting weekend of historical re-enactments, food trucks, and more at the 2022 Summer Skirmish. There'll be plenty going on inside The Military Museums. Learn more at themilitarymuseums.ca.

August 19 to 21; Field the Rhythm A free three-day experience for musicians aged 12 to 18 who will get the experience of what it is like to be a part of a premiere marching ensemble in Canada. Learn more at campus. calgarystampede.com.

August 19 to 22; Expo Latino Calgary’s hottest festival, Expo Latino creates experiences of discovery and learning through the celebration of people, music and dance. World-class performers, sizzling dancing, exotic foods, arts, crafts and so much more. Celebrate Latin culture at Prince’s Island Park. Learn more at expolatino.com.

August 19 to September 10; Storybook Theatre's Legally Blonde The Musical A fabulously fun awardwinning musical based on the adored movie, Legally Blonde The Musical, follows the transformation of Elle Woods as she tackles stereotypes in pursuit of her dreams. Learn more at storybooktheatre.org.

August 20 to 21; Annual Priddis and Millarville Fair A full weekend of old-fashioned, country-style family fun that draws our extended community together on the third weekend in August. The Fair is suitable for all ages and includes a wide variety of competitions, contests, displays and entertainment. Learn more at millarvilleracetrack.com/priddis-millarville-fair.

August 20 to 21; Granary Road’s Annual Family Fun Fair Enjoy a carnival-themed day with games to play, delicious fair-themed food and fun surprises. Meet the animals at the Farm Friends exhibit, take rides on the rover train, and shop from amazing vendors. Learn more at granaryroad.com/familyfunfair.

August 20 to 21; Monster Jam Monster Jam is an action-packed motorsport with world-class athletes locked in intense competitions of speed and skill. Witness heated rivalries, high-flying stunts and fierce head-tohead battles for the Event Championship. Learn more at monsterjam.com.

August 21, 11am to 2pm; Back to School Event at Country Hills Village Shopping Centre What better way to wrap up an amazing summer and prepare for the new school year! Drop in for a fun family event including food samples, free kids activities, and amazing retail offers. Don’t miss giveaways, coupons and gift cards up for grabs! Free of charge and a perfect way to enjoy the last days of summer.

August 21; Tango 2 Echo Fest Showcasing over 150 classic cars, rare finds, and beautiful builds at Greenview Industrial. From the local arts and vendors market to the beer garden, food trucks, live entertainment, mural tour, and car show – Tango 2 Echo has something for everyone in the family. Learn more at greenviewindustrial.com/ tango2echofest.

Until August 21; Sunflowers at Calgary Farmyard Experience sunflowers at the Farmyard! Experience beautiful blooms, 35 attractions and the biggest corn maze in Southern Alberta – all in one day. Learn more at calgaryfarmyard.com.

August 26 to 28; Calgary Medieval Faire & Artisan Market Walk with brave knights, rub shoulders with vikings, wander the medieval market. Get ready for a weekend of epic excitement and treasures from throughout the realm including performers, magic, photo ops, face painting, balloons and more. Learn more at calgarymedievalfaire.com.

August 26 to September 5; 2022 Calgary Pride Parade and Festival The Calgary Pride Parade and Festival is an annual event where thousands gather to celebrate the diversity of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. A variety of events will run throughout the event, concluding with the Calgary Pride Parade & Festival on September 4 at Prince’s Island Park. Learn more at calgarypride.ca/pride-2022.

August 27 to October 15; Jubilations Junior's A Birthday Toy’s Story A production written for kids, and a meal designed with kids in mind! Join us for a fun-filled morning of laughter, music and food! Visit jubilations.ca for more information.

Until August 28; Rosebud Theatre presents: Songs for a New World Enjoy a soaring musical song cycle about a series of moments in the lives of a startling array of characters who not only survive but thrive in the face of adversity. Rosebud Theatre anchors its 2022 Season with a summer musical all about hope! Learn more at rosebudtheatre.com.

August 29 to 31; Squonk: Hand to Hand Grab a blanket, a snack, and the whole family for some fun at Olympic Plaza! For three days of catchy music and spectacle, Squonk is taking over Arts Commons’ front yard with their wildest open-air show yet, Hand to Hand. Learn more at squonk.org/hand-to-hand.

Until August 31; Museum of Failure The worldwide touring exhibit, The Museum of Failure (MOX) will be popping up in Calgary at Southcentre Mall this summer. This immersive walk-through exhibition showcases a collection of over 130 failed innovations from major brands, including Apple, Amazon, Nintendo, and more. Learn more at museumoffailure.com.

SEPTEMBER

September 3; Calgary Highland Games Organized by the Calgary United Scottish Games Association, these games are among the most prestigious Highland events in North America. Attracting competitors and spectators from around the world, you will watch some of the world’s top pipers, drummers, dancers, and heavy event athletes compete and perform. days with hands-on activities and exciting exhibits. Catch a rare glimpse of the turntable in action, enjoy special demonstrations of a double-headed steam engine and spend some time with the Park’s very own Telegraphy club. Learn more at heritagepark.ca.

Until September 4; Wagonstage 2022 presents: Bee-trayal Bee-trayal features bees, wasps and hummingbirds in a hilarious and interactive performance where our creatures vie for the top spot as Pollinator Extraordinaire. Wagonstage Children’s Theatre is part of the University of Calgary’s School of Creative and Performing Arts. Learn more at arts. ucalgary.ca.

Until September 5; Open Aircraft Days at the Hangar Flight Museum Everyone wants to see and sit inside the aircraft at the Hangar Flight Museum – now’s your chance! There will be Open Aircraft Days on Saturdays, Sundays, and holiday Mondays. Knowledgeable staff and volunteers will be available to answer your questions. Learn more at thehangarmuseum.ca.

September 7 to 11; Spruce Meadows Masters The ‘Masters’ includes iconic events such as the CP International, presented by Rolex, BMO Nations’ Cup, Name the Foal, presented by TELUS, ATCO Electric Six Bar, WestJet Evening of the Horse, fireworks, live music, and more. Learn more at sprucemeadows.com/masters.

September 10; Springbank Old Tyme Fall Fair The Fall Fair is a great day where Springbank families have the opportunity to gather together and celebrate our agricultural roots and community spirit. Come out for a day of fun, fellowship, and festivities for all ages. Learn more at springbankpark.com.

September 10; Chestermere Country Fair The Chestermere Country Fair is the oldest ongoing annual event at the Chestermere Recreation Centre, held every year in September. Learn more at rvcagsociety.ca/ country-fair.

September 10 to 11; Garlic Fest at Granary Road A very aromatic affair with garlic vendor specials. Garlic foods, garlic games and prizes! Visit granaryroad.com for more information.

September 11; RBC Race for the Kids After two years of operating as a virtual event during the pandemic, RBC Race for the Kids is back with a day of in-person fun that includes a 6km family walk/run, race T-shirt, pancake breakfast, as well as all-day parking and access to Heritage Park. Learn more at childrenshospital.ab.ca/ event/rbc-race-for-the-kids.

September 17, 10am to 4pm; Marda Loop MADE SeptemberFest Outdoor/Indoor Festival Shop Marda Loop MADE's Outdoor/Indoor Festival showcasing 85 Alberta artisans, makers and foodies at the Marda Loop Communities Association Hall.

September 23 to 25; Beakerhead Engineers show their creative side, artists get technical, science hits the street, and everyone gets ingenious. Find yourself immersed in engineered art, international ingenuity competitions, public performances, community challenges, backyardbuilt contraptions, and creations of your own making. Learn more at beakerhead.com/events.

September 24 to 25; Applefest at Granary Road Crazy to the core fun for families, friends & foodies! Visit granaryroad.com for more information.

Until September 30; #YYCBlockParty – Roller Rink on the Boulevard Block Party is back for the third summer, bringing the same vibrant energy to Deerfoot City with a new twist – say hello to the Roller Rink on The Boulevard. Dig out your vintage roller skates (or rent some vibrant wheels) and live your best retro ‘70s summer life. Learn more at deerfootcity.com/eventspromotions/block-party.

September 30; National Day for Truth & Reconciliation This solemn day honors the lost children and survivors of residential schools, their families and communities. There are a number of events planned in various locations throughout the city.

September 30 to October 2; Calgary Fall Home Show The Calgary Fall Home Show is a vibrant marketplace where you can shop for home-related products and services at the BMO Centre. Learn more at calgaryfallhomeshow.com.

OCTOBER

Until October 1; Summer on 17th Visit 17th Ave retail and entertainment district this season for Summer on 17th. There will be live music, fitness classes, DJ and drag shows, outdoor movies, and more in Tomkins Park throughout the summer, and all of the events are free. Learn more at 17thave.ca/summer.

Until October 1; Bow Habitat Kids Can Catch Trout Pond This pond is stocked with rainbow trout raised in the fish hatchery for you to catch and release. Learn more at bowhabitat.alberta.ca.

October 7 to 8; Disney in Concert: Frozen This Thanksgiving, experience Disney’s Frozen like never before! See the film on the big screen as the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra performs Christophe Beck’s catchy score live. Learn more at calgaryphil.com.

October 14 to November 5; Storybook Theatre's The Lightning Thief - The Percy Jackson Musical When teenager Percy Jackson discovers he's a demigod, he and his friends embark on an epic journey to find Zeus' missing lightning bolt and prevent a war among the gods. Visit storybooktheatre.org for more information.

October 22 to 23; Pumpkin Fest at Granary Road There's a patch full of fun things to do at Granary Road for Pumpkin Fest! The Farmer's Market vendors will have pumpkin specials at every turn and there will be fun Pumpkin Fest activities for all! Visit granaryroad.com for more information.

Until October 26; Dinosaurs Awakened Get ready to marvel at the sights and sounds of these magnificent life-like creatures and see for yourself what Alberta might have looked like when dinosaurs reigned supreme. Entry included in admission to the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo. Learn more at calgaryzoo.com.