Calgary Events

Annual Events

Address: 1410 Olympic Way SE, Stampede Park, Calgary, AB T2P 2K8 Category: Fair / Festival - Cultural Dates: July 3 - July 12, 2009 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

The city's signature festival, Stampede is Calgary's long-running celebration of western heritage and cowboy culture. Each year, over a million visitors descend on the city to be part of the revelry and enjoy the carnival rides, rodeo events, concerts, Native American dance performances, and free pancake breakfasts....

Address: Eau Claire's Festival Plaza • Eau Claire Ave SW, Calgary, AB Dates: August 6 - August 9, 2009 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

If food's your thing (and who would that not include?), this festival is heaven on earth. Dozens of Calgary's best restaurants participate in the event, showcasing some of their best culinary offerings for the pleasure of fair-goers. Cuisines from all over the world are represented, including Asian, European and North...

Address: 100 2 St SW, Prince's Island Park, Calgary, AB T2P 0A5 Category: Fair / Festival - Cultural Dates: August 10, 2009 - August 2009 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

This annual festival pays tribute to African culture and descendants in Canada. Celebrated throughout the city, the festival includes performances, movie screenings, art shows, concerts, and dance and drum workshops. Professional artists from Canada and throughout the world participate in the week-long event, which...

Address: Various locations, Calgary, AB Dates: October 13 - October 18, 2009 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

Much anticipated, this annual celebration of the written and spoken word attracts more than 10,000 visitors. Readings, book signings, workshops, and panel discussions are among the top events. The roster of Canadian and international authors gets more impressive every year, and includes big names such as Jane...