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●Issue 004●May 29–May 31, 2026●Summer Rhythm●Sat —· high●29 curated events this weekend●Sunset —●Jamie's Pick: Leonard Cohen and Joni Mitchell: The Untold Love Story●Jamie's Pick: Royal Canadian International Circus 2026●Jamie's Pick: InglewooDIY Festival: Every Nook and Cranny●Issue 004●May 29–May 31, 2026●Summer Rhythm●Sat —· high●29 curated events this weekend●Sunset —●Jamie's Pick: Leonard Cohen and Joni Mitchell: The Untold Love Story●Jamie's Pick: Royal Canadian International Circus 2026●Jamie's Pick: InglewooDIY Festival: Every Nook and Cranny
Issue №004Thursday, May 28, 2026

Calgary Weekend Edition

A curated weekly dispatch on what to do in YYC, every Thursday.

By Jamie · From Edgemont

96 events3 daysSat high —Sunset —

Editor’s Note

The weather's turning and the city is fully in its summer rhythm. Inglewood's DIY festival closes out its 10-day run this weekend, the CPO brings Broadway to Jack Singer, and there's a circus at CrossIron that the kids will be talking about until September. Somewhere in there, find a taco and a patio. You've earned it.

This week: Leonard Cohen and Joni Mitchell's love story on stage, dumpling pottery in Montgomery, Cuban salsa at a tiki bar, and a Sunday soccer debut at McMahon.

Let's get to it.

— Jamie

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Jamie's Picks This weekend's best

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Leonard Cohen and Joni Mitchell: The Untold Love Story

An immersive show exploring the passionate but brief romance between Leonard Cohen and Joni Mitchell that shaped their songs.

Southern Alberta Jubilee AuditoriumNW·7:30pm·$54-$95
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Royal Canadian International Circus 2026

An electrifying 2026 production blending world-class acrobatics, stunning visuals, and traditional circus artistry at CrossIron Mills.

CrossIron MillsNE·10am·$35-$60
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InglewooDIY Festival: Every Nook and Cranny

A 10-day arts and culture festival filling Inglewood's alleyways, historic buildings, and crooked streets with artists, artisans, handcrafters, and makers.

Various venues along 9 Ave SESE·10am·Free
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Friday YYC picks

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Broadway Hits: Hamilton, Rent + More!

Your Calgary Phil brings the splendour of Broadway to Jack Singer Concert Hall with hits from Hamilton, Rent, and more.

Jack Singer Concert HallSE·7:30pm·$37-$113
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CLAYHOUSE: Creative Clubhouse, Cocktails & Celebrity DJ

An interactive art and music experience with creative stations, cocktails, and a celebrity DJ spinning live. Part creative workshop, part dance party.

Festival Hall, Arts CommonsSE·5pm·From $20
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Alestorm - Mostly Canadian Tour 2026

Scottish pirate metal legends Alestorm bring their international party machine to Calgary on the Mostly Canadian Tour.

MacEwan HallNW·8pm·From $57
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Dance Before Dark Video Dance Partydance to big-screen music videos, home by 10
The Confluence Historic Site and ParklandSE·6pm·$25·
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A dance party that still has you home by 10pm. Music videos on big screens at The Confluence - fun night out without the late night.
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Summer Kickoff Party!DJ beats kick off patio season downtown
Lougheed HouseSW·6pm·$60 + fees·
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Kick off summer at Lougheed House with a DJ, silent auction, and the beautiful historic venue. Party vibes in a stunning setting.
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Saturday YYC picks

Temps: —° / —°
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Leonard Cohen and Joni Mitchell: The Untold Love Story

An immersive show exploring the passionate but brief romance between Leonard Cohen and Joni Mitchell that shaped their songs.

Southern Alberta Jubilee AuditoriumNW·7:30pm·$54-$95
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Bao Bao Studio Handbuilding Workshop

Beginner-friendly pottery handbuilding workshops at a cozy Montgomery studio. Learn to make handbuilt mugs, berry bowls or matcha bowl sets. Dumpling-shaped ceramics are their signature.

Bao Bao StudioNW·10am·From $55
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Evening of Laughter with Sam Precious & Friends

Sam Precious brings a lineup of comedians to the Bowness Community Association for a night of stand-up laughs. Great for a group outing or date night in northwest Calgary.

Bowness Community AssociationNW·6pm·From $150
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Search & Rescue Outdoor Showtest-drive camping gear before your next trip
Capitol Hill Community CentreNW·11am·From $10·
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Outdoor gear and adventure show featuring search and rescue demos, gear vendors, and wilderness education.
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GARAM GLOW Night MarketSouth Asian street food and art under lights
Realm Salon and WellnessNE·5pm·From $7·Link →
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South Asian night market with art, music, and local vendors supporting unhoused women and kids in Calgary.
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FRIENDS Trivia Night @ Madison'sshow off your sitcom smarts, win prizes
Madisons Restaurant & BarNW·7pm·$15·
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POP QUIZ trivia night all about the TV show FRIENDS at Madison's in Beddington. Grab your crew, test your FRIENDS knowledge, and compete for prizes.
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Little Modern Markethandmade finds from local makers, by donation
Red & White ClubNW·10am·By donation·
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A modern local pop-up market featuring cool local makers sharing their craft in a stylish environment.
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A Night of Stand Up Comedy Featuring Sterling ScottNW comedy headliner worth clearing your night for
Shane Homes YMCA at Rocky Ridge, BMO TheatreNW·7pm·From $35·
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Sterling Scott headlines a night of stand-up comedy at the BMO Theatre in Rocky Ridge. A great date night or group outing for laughs.
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Calgary Game & Collectors Showroll dice, trade cards, relive retro gaming
Acadia Recreation ComplexSE·10am·$5-$10·
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A one-day celebration of gaming and collecting culture - video games, tabletop, cards, and pop culture all under one roof.
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Farmers and Makers Marketgrab brunch, browse fifty-plus local makers
cSPACE Marda LoopSW·10am·Free·
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Over 50 farms, food artisans, craft vendors, and food trucks at this vibrant community market in Marda Loop.
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The Nash Weekend Brunchlobster Benedict, cornbread waffles, Inglewood
The NashSE·10am·From $18·
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Inglewood restaurant The Nash serves weekend brunch with sweet and savoury dishes like beer-battered chicken and cornbread waffle, lobster Benedict on house-made croissant, and mini cinnamon buns.
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Sunday YYC picks

Temps: —° / —°
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Calgary Wild FC vs. AFC Toronto

Get WILD in the stands as Calgary Wild FC kicks off the second season of Women's Pro Soccer at McMahon Stadium.

McMahon StadiumNW·2pm·From $29
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Vietnamese Village Festival

Celebrate Asian Heritage Month at this vibrant Vietnamese festival featuring food, culture, and community in Marlborough Park.

Marlborough Park Community CentreNE·11am·Free
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Outdoor Yoga at Stanley Parkflow through sun salutations beside blooming gardens
Stanley ParkSE·1pm·$24·
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Weekly outdoor yoga session among the beautiful flower beds of Stanley Park. All levels welcome, bring your own mat.
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Passionfruit Brunchtropical cocktails meet river views at Simmons
charbarSE·12pm·From $50·
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Tropical-themed brunch at charbar in the historic Simmons Building. Passionfruit-inspired menu with craft cocktails overlooking the Bow River.
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Synth Soundbath: Korg MS-20drift away on waves of analog synth
Studio BellSE·11am·$19·
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Inaugural Synth Soundbath, a new monthly series exploring the intersection of wellness and music technology at Studio Bell.
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MOVICALSmovie musicals come alive on stage, UK import
Martha Cohen TheatreSE·2pm·$52-$82·
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Direct from the UK, a movie musical extravaganza - a breath-taking whirlwind journey through beloved film musicals live on stage.
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Shrek the Musicala big green musical the whole family loves
Beddington Theatre Arts CentreNW·7pm·$28-$38·
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An unlikely hero joins a wisecracking Donkey to rescue Princess Fiona. Everyone will be a believer in this family-friendly musical.
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The Magic Table Immersive Dining3D immersive five-course dining at The Dorian
The Dorian HotelSW·6pm·From $125·Link →
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A five-course 3D immersive dining experience hosted by magician duo The Clairvoyants. Sound, visuals and magical effects woven into each course at The Dorian Hotel.
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Taco Week and Margarita Madnessten days of taco deals across Calgary
Various RestaurantsW·11am·Cost of food·
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Ten days of special taco and margarita menus at participating restaurants throughout Calgary. Fiesta vibes at every stop.
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Spruce Meadows - Free Grounds Accesspack a picnic, wander the grounds for free
Spruce MeadowsSW·9am·Free·
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Explore the sprawling Spruce Meadows grounds for free. Walk the paths, enjoy green space and bring your own picnic.
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In Case You Missed It News

🍔Stable Palms Club opens in Kensington - The highly anticipated replacement for Free House is here. Block Hospitality turned the massive Kensington space into a Southern California-vibes cocktail bar with raw preparations, pizzetta, and a huge cocktail list.

🏆Six Calgary restaurants make Canada's Top 100 - Eight ranked #9 across Canada, the highest Calgary placement. DOPO, River Cafe, Bar Gigi, Gatsby's, and Nupo also made the list. Strong showing on the national stage.

🐾CPS welcomes 10 new K9s and a horse named Archer - The largest animal-specific badging ceremony in Calgary police history. Ten dogs and one Percheron-Quarter Horse cross named Archer joined the force.

🔬UCalgary archaeology dig in Edworthy Park open to public - The annual field school is underway and for the first time the public can pre-register to participate. Finds so far include a 2,000-year-old projectile point.

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Beyond our curated picks, here’s everything else happening in Calgary this weekend.

See you out there. — Jamie

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