By Pavni Bakhshi and Nazeefa Ahmed, June 7 2024—
Festivals are not complete without their stereotypes. Whether or not you agree with your caricature is not the point—it’s about how you embody the spirit of the season. Festivals are a … Read the rest
By Josie Simon, June 7 2024—
The Calgary Folk Music Festival, one of Canada’s largest and most celebrated music festivals, has been a centrepiece of Calgary’s cultural landscape since its inception in 1980. Held annually at Prince’s Island Park, the … Read the rest
By Rachneet Randhawa and Ava Zardynezhad, August 18 2021 —
After two years since their last appearance, the Calgary Fringe Festival finally returned to the city this last week.
The Fringe Festival has been a Calgary summer tradition since 2006. … Read the rest
By Troy Hasselman, April 23 2019 —
The grass is turning greener, the days are getting longer and the patios are starting to fill — all sure signs that Calgary’s best season is approaching. Festival season is set for the … Read the rest
By Troy Hasselman, April 4 2019 —
The Calgary Underground Film Festival (CUFF) will return for its 16th edition this year with features, short films and panels playing from morning to night at the Globe Cinema. The festival showcases genre … Read the rest
By Scott Christensen, September 14 2017 —
Calgary is gearing up for 12 days of films from around the globe and our own backyard during the 18th annual Calgary International Film Festival. Featuring almost 200 films from a variety of … Read the rest
By Scott Christensen, August 2 2017 —
Now in its third year, Calgary’s annual hip-hop and R&B music festival is facing some changes. One Love Music Festival will now be a one-day event on Aug. 4, instead of its previous … Read the rest
By Gurman Sahota, January 10 2016 —
Produced by One Yellow Rabbit Performance Theatre, the High Performance Rodeo will return for another season of eclectic performances at various locations across the city from Jan. 5 – Feb. 2.
Created specifically … Read the rest
June 18 2015 —
Calgary’s beloved music and arts festival, Sled Island, returns June 24–28 with one of its most eclectic lineups yet.
Executive director Maud Salvi says she’s pleased with this year’s artists, including the acts curated by legendary … Read the rest
