Free This Week
This week in Calgary, dive into history, celebrate culture and enjoy the festive season! Highlights include a talk on the repatriation of Blackfoot culture at Nickle Galleries, a francophone film festival at Globe Cinema, and lots of festive markets and concerts!
Nickle at Noon: Repatriating Chief Crowfoot’s Regalia
December 5, 2024, 12 – 1pm
Nickle Galleries, University of Calgary (435 Campus Lane NW)
Free to attend
Chief Crowfoot was one of the main negotiators of Treaty 7, signed on Sept 22, 1877. Don’t miss this Nickle at Noon talk with Shilo Clark and Gail Niinimaa about the successful repatriation of his regalia from England to Alberta and how Blackfoot Crossing Historical Park prepares to exhibit these belongings.
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Coup de Projecteur
December 6 – 8, 2024
Globe Cinema (617 8 Ave. SW)
Free to watch, tickets required
Cinémagine Alberta is marking its 20th anniversary with a festival of French-language films. They’ll feature seven francophone films from various horizons: Quebec, Haiti, France, Central Africa, and the Maghreb — all released recently or scheduled for late 2024 or early 2025.
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Vend Urban Market
December 7, 2024, 10am – 4pm
Lake Bonavista Promenede (755 Lake Bonavista Dr. SW)
Free to explore
Celebrate the holidays with Vend Urban Market! Check out all the amazing vendors lining the inside of Lake Bonavista Promenade, face paint, fun balloon creations, Santa, and some surprises they are working on!
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Free First Thursdays
December 5, 2024, 5 – 9pm
Contemporary Calgary (701 11 St. SW)
Free to attend, registration required
Dive into the dynamic world of contemporary art as Contemporary Calgary extends its hours, inviting you to explore their galleries, enjoy live music from The PACC featuring Jonny Chavez and participate in a drop-in art-making session.
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Naija Market Day
December 7, 2024, 10am – 4pm
Astoria Banquet Hall (2027 Pegasus Rd. NE)
Free to explore
Get ready for Naija Market Day! Shop from the best wholesale vendors in Canada for unique crafts, African wear, jewelry and more while you enjoy afrobeat music by DJ Freddy, and Calgary MC Sam Precious plays host as the hype man of the day.
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Minus 30 Book Launch with Angela Boehm
December 7, 2024, 1 – 4pm
Franz Dopf Gallery (Suite 5, 1145 Kensington Cres)
Free to attend
Join Franz Dopf Gallery for a special afternoon as they celebrate the launch of Angela Boehm’s much-anticipated first monograph, Minus 30. Boehm will share the inspiration behind her photographs that make Minus 30 an unforgettable visual experience.
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Opening: La Fin — A Retrospective Exhibition by Milo Dlouhy
December 7 2024, 5 – 9pm
Sparrow Artspace (36 4 St. NE)
Free to attend
See the Disappearing Man disappear, along with hundreds of other artworks. This retrospective exhibition and performance reflects Milo Dlouhy’s journey as an artist and confronts the complexities of impermanence.
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Creative Aging Calgary Society Christmas Concert
December 7, 2024, 7pm
Christ Church Anglican Calgary (3602 8 St. SW)
Free to attend
Check out Creative Aging Calgary Society’s third annual free Christmas concert! Join them for a night of festive music and holiday cheer. Their talented performers will delight you with classic Christmas carols and modern holiday hits.
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Christmas in Kensington
December 7 & 8, 2024, 12 – 3pm
Kensington (Kensington Rd & 10 St. NW)
Free to attend
Get into the holiday spirit with festive fun in Kensington every Saturday and Sunday (until December 22). Enjoy live music, photos with Santa and lots more!
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Winter Wonderland at the Library
December 7 – 22, 2024
Central Library (800 3 St. SE) & Memorial Park Library (1221 2 St. SW)
Free to attend
The Library’s annual Winter Wonderland feature seasonal fun during December. It kicks off with the Mayor’s Holiday Storytime on December 7, with plenty of more family-friendly fun during the weeks to follow including movie screenings, sing-a-longs, time with special guests, and more.
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YYC Small Business Winter Market
December 8, 2024, 11am – 4pm
The Rooftop YYC (414 3 St. SW)
Free to explore
Check out the YYC Small Business Winter Market! Discover a curated collection of unique gifts, products and services from local entrepreneurs and small business owners. From handcrafted goods to delicious treats, there’s something for everyone.
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Contemporary Kids: Friends in the Forest
December 8, 2024, 1 & 3pm
Contemporary Calgary (701 11 St. SW)
Free to participate, registration required
Ages 5 – 12
Join Contemporary Calgary for the Future Wildlife Craft Workshop, inspired by Mia & Eric’s video from the exhibition In a Strange Place. During the workshop, children will craft their own unique animal faces to wear on their heads.
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Vocal Latitudes Choir
December 11, 2024, 12 – 1pm
Cathedral Church of the Redeemer (604 1 St. SE)
Free to attend
Vocal Latitudes is Calgary’s non-auditioned world music choir, directed by Krishan Power, with pianist Faye White. Check them out at this free ProArts@Noon concert!
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