One Yellow Rabbit's High Performance Rodeo
2023-01-16 12:00 - 2023-02-05 00:00 (America/Edmonton) | Arts Commons, 205 8th Avenue SE, Calgary, AB, T2G 0K9, Canada
For three wild weeks starting January 16 through February 5, One Yellow Rabbit’s High Performance Rodeo, Calgary’s International Festival of the Arts, is where the action is. It’s a chance to watch touring performances from across Canada, acclaimed international shows, and new and experimental work from artists here in Calgary. The programming is bold, cutting-edge, funny, frank, and full of heart. There’s theatre, dance, music, film, free lunchtime concerts, late-night cabarets, and so much more. Shows in the basement of the Calgary Tower, at the Royal Canadian Legion, in the +15’s, a wrestling ring, an elevator, in City Hall, Eau Claire Market, the Glenbow, Central Library, Big Secret Theatre, Lunchbox, DJD, and the Jack Singer Concert Hall.
The High Performance Rodeo takes over downtown Calgary in all shapes, sizes, and sounds – defying description and tantalizing the tastes of arts and culture lovers. Audiences brave the January cold or revel in the chinook heat-wave, comb over the festival guide, and come out to play. The High Performance Rodeo is about championing creativity, building community, celebrating diverse voices, and promoting self-expression in all forms. For 37 years, the festival has been a launching pad for local artists and a spotlight onto the world’s stage. It’s a unique experience that only happens here.
The programming is multi-faceted in its diversity; renowned for being rich with progressive, wild and powerfully inventive performances. Mesmerizing contemporary dance to thought-provoking performances designed to challenge the worldviews held by the audience, international theatre hits, emerging artists and productions, immersive sensory journies, modern Indigenous art and theatre, music and more, transform the cultural landscape of Calgary and leave lasting impressions that extend beyond the city borders.
For the full festival line-up and tickets, go to www.HPRodeo.ca

Queer Cult Favorite Celebration - The Rocky Horror Picture Show
2023-08-27 18:00 - 21:00 | Calgary Central Library, 800 3 St SE, Calgary, AB, T2G 0E7, Canada
Experience the iconic “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” like never before at the Calgary Central Library on August 27, 2023! Step into a world where queerness, liberation, and self-expression reign supreme as we celebrate this beloved movie that holds a special place in the hearts of the queer community.
Join us for a night of joyous revelry as we pay tribute to the film’s profound impact on LGBTQ+ culture. The Rocky Horror Picture Show has been hailed as an empowering beacon for the queer community, embracing non-conformity and inspiring individuals to embrace their authentic selves unapologetically.
Delve into the extravagant world of Dr. Frank-N-Furter and the Time Warp with like-minded individuals who cherish this movie for its bold embrace of gender fluidity and acceptance. Through its celebration of diverse identities, the breaking of societal norms, and the exploration of sexual liberation, this film has become a symbol of inclusivity and acceptance.
As we gather to watch this queer cult classic, we celebrate its role in fostering a sense of belonging and kinship among queer individuals. Come and be a part of this powerful cinematic experience that has united the queer community for decades.
Doors open at 6:00pm , and the screening starts at 7:30. Admission is free, but limited seating is available. Reserve your spot now and join us in celebrating the timeless magic of “The Rocky Horror Picture Show.”
Let’s come together for an unforgettable night of queer pride, laughter, and camaraderie in the spirit of “The Rocky Horror Picture Show!”
https://calgarylibrary.ca/about-the-library/membership-agreement

Culturefest 2023
2023-10-01 12:00 - 18:00 | Genesis Centre Feature Gymnasium & Event Centre, 7555 Falconridge Boulevard NE, Calgary, Calgary, T3J 0C9
This event anticipates attracting a lot of participants and businesses, Organizations (profit and non-profit) out of 150,000 South Asians along with various Canadian Communities.
Your Business / Non-Profit will get good exposure at this Free Entry Event. We hope you will join us for an evening of great food and good fun. There will be a lot of give away prizes worth thousands of dollars.

Spring Backyard Canada Market Fest
2024-03-15 17:00 - 2024-03-16 17:00 | Backyard Canada, 711 48 Ave SE, Unit 1, Calgary, AB, T2G 4X2
Join us for a Kick off to Spring at Backyard Canada’s location for a Backyard market festival!!
Fri, Mar 15th 5-9pm & Sat, Mar 16th 10-5pm. Can’t wait to see you there!

The Spring Market at the Deerfoot Inn & Casino
2024-04-14 11:00 - 16:00 | Deerfoot Inn & Casino, 11500 35 St SE #1000, Calgary, AB, T2Z 3W4, Canada
The 2nd Annual Spring Market at the Deerfoot Inn & Casino! After our successful Holiday Market, we are pleased to bring you the Spring Market.
Join us in the Hallway, the Sundance & Bridlewood ballrooms where you will find up to 80 vendors offering you everything you may need to bring Spring into your home & spirit!
Free admittance & Free parking – 11am-4pm
Contact: info@dmeinc.ca for details

Highfield Food & Beverage Market Fest
2024-05-18 11:00 - 2024-05-19 16:00 | City & Country Winery, 540 38A Ave SE, Calgary, AB, T2G 1X4, Canada
Join us for our BIGGER & BETTER 2nd Annual Highfield Food & Beverage Market Fest!
Where you will find a variety of market vendors and local businesses that will offer you unique items to enjoy! Free admittance!
Sat, May 18th & Sun, May 19th – 11am-4pm. City & Country Winery – 540 38A Ave SE, Calgary, AB T2G 1X4
To apply as a Vendor contact info@dmeinc.ca

Mary's Festival
2024-06-01 11:00 - 16:00 | St. Mary’s University, 14500 Bannister Road SE, Calgary, AB, T2X 1Z4, Canada
Mary’s Festival celebrates and advances the People First pillar of our university through meaningful community engagement that will increase the awareness and regard of the University as a destination within Catholic communities and our Indigenous partners.
Hosted on our campus grounds, we will showcase our people (faculty, staff and students) through interactive activities, carnival games, mermaid dunk tank, face painting, food truck, beer garden, and live entertainment designed to encourage participants and their families to move through the festival site and enjoy their day with us.

Fairy Tales Queer Art & Film Festival
2024-06-27 17:00 - 2024-06-30 20:00 | The Grand, 608 1St SW, Calgary, AB, T2P 1M7, Canada
The longest-running Queer art and film festival in the Canadian prairies is back for its 26th year at the storied GRAND YYC!
Presented by The Calgary Queer Arts Society, Fairy Tales 2024 will showcase 33 short films, 15 artists, 10 makers, 7 feature films and 2 DJs – spanning all genres, media and runtimes. Come together and celebrate 2SLGBTQIA+ lived experiences and narratives YOUR WAY!
For the first time, discover a makers’ market and arts exhibition, hosted in the lobby of Calgary’s storied GRAND Theatre. Featuring over a dozen of Calgary and area’s finest creative talents, explore works of art from all disciplines and mediums. Who knows, you might stumble across your next obsession!
A huge thank you to our sponsors, partners and friends:
Brookfield Properties, CKUA, Eighty-Eight Brewing Co, the GRAND, Pembina, Calgary Arts Development, Canada Council for the Arts, Heritage Canada, the Government of Alberta, FOREIGNERZ and BSTS.

The Highfield Food & Beverage Market Fest
2025-05-16 17:00 - 22:00 | 544 38A Ave SE, 544 38A Ave SE, Calgary, Alberta, T2G 1X4, Canada
Discover the Brewery belt of Calgary, Alberta (Manchester/Highfield SE Calgary) with over 30 vendors, live entertainment and surprises!
Friday – May 16th 5-10pm
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Saturday – May 17th 10-4pm
For more information please email: events@dmeinc.ca or info@dmeinc.ca

The Way We Calgary'd
2025-06-10 19:00 - 20:30 | Patricia A. Whelan Performance Hall, Central Library 800 3 Street SE, 800 3 Street SE, Calgary, AB, T2G 0E7, Canada
Wordfest turns 30 this year and we’re throwing a lively bash to celebrate the Calgarians who helped build Wordfest. It’s our way of thanking writers, readers, and community builders for helping to spark our thriving literary scene. And what better way to showcase this city’s range of wordy goodness than inviting seven of our finest storytellers to share a seven-minute tale about the relationship between their art and their hometown, in its all its contradictions, complexities, and connections. Join us for The Way We… Calgary’d, featuring Ali Bryan, Marcello Di Cintio, Will Ferguson, Cheryl Foggo, Richard Harrison, Joshua Whitehead, and Teresa Wong, with a special performance by Tom Phillips.
Come early to check out our special Anniversary Exhibit, featuring posters, T-shirts, ephemera, and more examples of Wordfest’s creativity over the decades. There will be a special photo opportunity to capture the glam and the glitter, with libations by Dandy Brewing Co. Owl’s Nest Books will be on site with a curated selection of Calgary-authored books. And, for the very first time, Wordfest will be selling signed, first-edition copies from its archive (with proceeds going to Wordfest Youth). And we will be debuting two new, limited-edition 30th Anniversary tote bags for purchase.
Thank you to Calgary Arts Development for your support of this celebration.

Fairy Tales Queer Art & Film Festival
2025-06-12 17:00 - 2025-06-15 21:00 | Contemporary Calgary, 701 11th St SW, Calgary, AB, T2P 2C4, Canada
Fairy Tales Queer Art & Film Festival: June 12-15 at Contemporary Calgary (701 11 Ave SW)
– 21 Screenings
– 17 Market Artists
– 4 DJs
– 1 Creative Corner
– Panel discussions, community partnerships and surprise and delight moments throughout the festival
– You and all your friends!
Fairy Tales is Alberta’s only Queer arts festival held during International Pride Month, celebrating 2SLGBTQIA+ stories through an electrifying blend of film, visual art, and live performance. Hosted at Contemporary Calgary, the four-day festival spotlights underrepresented voices in cinema and beyond, with screenings of bold, boundary-pushing films from around the globe. Alongside the films, the festival features a vibrant Artist Market showcasing local queer makers, DJ sets that keep the energy high, and a range of creative workshops that invite participants of all skill levels to explore storytelling through art. Alcohol and non-alcoholic beverages, and snacks will be available at the Contemporary Calgary bar located in the Atrium.
The festival also hosts dynamic panel discussions and performance art showcases that foster dialogue, connection, and visibility. From drag to dance performances, these events highlight the creative brilliance and diversity of queer expression. Designed to be inclusive, accessible, and community-driven, Fairy Tales is more than a festival—it’s a gathering place for joy, resistance, and radical imagination.For barrier-free tickets per screening, please emai administration@calgaryqueerartssociety.com by June 9, 2025.*Poster graphics created by Blake MacLeod at CinicStudio.com
Exhibition & Market – Free to enter and attend creative workshops!
Thursday – June 12 – 5:00 – 9:30 PM
Friday – June 13 – 5:00 – 9:30 PM
Saturday – June 14 – 1:00 – 9:30 PM
Sunday – June 15 – 1:00 – 7:00 PM
Film Screening Tickets are $18.95 including all taxes and fees.
Barrier free tickets are available by email to administration@calgaryqueerartssociety.com, preferably on or before June 9, 2025.
For complete event listings and ticket purchase links, please visit one of:
www.queerfilmfest.ca/2025-festival-schedule/
www.artscommons.ca/whats-on/fairy-tales-queer-art-film-festival-2025

Drag Me to Cowboys
2026-07-11 13:00 - 23:00 | Cowboys Music Festival, 421 12th Ave SE, Calgary, AB, Canada
COWBOYS MUSIC FESTIVAL: DRAG ME TO COWBOYS FT. RUPAUL
SATURDAY, JULY 11, 2026
GATES AT 1PM / LIVE PERFORMANCES START AT 1:30PM
VENUE: COWBOYS PARK
1220 9 AVE SW
Use the promo code CALGARYPRIDE to receive $20 off your ticket. Every ticket purchased through our link supports Calgary Pride.
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Get ready for an afternoon of unforgettable performances, community celebration, and Stampede-season energy at Cowboys Music Festival’s Drag Me To Cowboys, featuring the one and only RuPaul!
Drag Me To Cowboys brings together iconic drag talent, live entertainment, and a high-energy crowd for a celebration of queer joy, performance, and visibility. With more DMTC announcements dropping soon, this year’s event is set to be another can’t-miss afternoon at Cowboys Park.
Expect fierce performances, unforgettable moments, and a packed afternoon of entertainment as Drag Me To Cowboys returns for another legendary year.
This is an 18+ event. Standing room only.
♿ Wheelchair Accessible Suites Available
Guests requiring wheelchair accessibility are accommodated in Row 1 Saddle Suites. Please contact Cowboys Music Festival when booking to arrange.
More Drag Me To Cowboys announcements coming soon!
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Cowboys is committed to a culture of inclusivity and is working closely with our knowledgeable partners to deliver 2SLGBTQ+ Education to over 700 staff this Stampede season. Gender-neutral bathrooms and accessibility viewing accommodations are available for the entire duration of Cowboys Music Festival, including this event!
