Free This Week
The weather’s heating up and so is Calgary’s arts scene, with outdoor markets, live concerts and hands-on workshops. Get a taste of this year’s BUMP Festival at the Summer Social & Sneak Peek, take in the sounds of Indian classical music at Raag Daarbar, celebrate Black music and culture with the National Music Centre, and so much more!
BUMP x OK SOCIAL Summer Social & Sneak Peek
June 12, 2025, 5 – 9pm
Establishment Brewing Company (4407 1 St. SE)
Free to attend, RSVP required
Summer is around the corner and BUMP is gearing up for another fantastic festival. Join them for a special collab with OK Social as they celebrate the 2025 Road Works artists and give you an exclusive sneak peek into this year’s BUMP Festival!
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Stage One Festival of New Canadian Work
June 13, 2025, 3pm
Devonian Gardens, The CORE (324 8 Ave. SW)
Free to attend
Join Lunchbox Theatre in the creation of new Canadian Plays — with readings of Brown Eggs by Judith Clark and Evergreens by Madeline Hunter Smith. Attend virtually or in person.
lunchboxtheatre.com
Inglewood Night Market
June 13, 2025, 5 – 10pm
Inglewood (10 Ave & 10 St. SE)
Free to explore
Head over to Inglewood Night Market to check out locally sourced and handmade vendors selling diverse goods, from handmade crafts to vintage clothing, antiques and collectibles, artisan eats and more!
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David Lavoie Quartet w/ Jiajia Li
June 13, 2025, 8 – 10:30pm
BLOX Arts Centre (834 11 Ave. SW)
Free to attend
Join David Lavoie Quartet for a free jazz show featuring flutist Jiajia Li, blending original compositions, traditional Chinese music and modern/post-bop jazz. Led by multi-instrumentalist David Lavoie, this seasoned group brings both musical depth and joyful camaraderie to the stage.
davidlavoiemusic.com
Summer Session
June 13 & 14, 2025, 3 – 8pm
Crossroads (6 Ave. & 6 St. SE)
Free to attend
East Village is creating a riverside hangout at Crossroads, where 6 Ave. and 6 St. SE meet. Summer Session is all about those laid-back, good-vibes-only kind of days — where music drifts through the air, games spark friendly rivalries and the RiverWalk becomes your second living room.
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Raag Daarbar
June 13 & 14, 2025, 6:30pm
Rosza Centre, University of Calgary (206 University Ct. NW)
Free to attend, tickets required
This vibrant two-day musical offering honours the rich legacy of Indian Classical Music — through the powerful lens of Sikh artistry! Presented by Sarb Akal Music Society of Calgary, this unforgettable event brings together master musicians and rising stars in celebration of the timeless tradition of Raag.
June 13 tickets | June 14 tickets
Farmers and Makers Market
June 14, 2025, 10am – 2pm
cSPACE Marda Loop (1721 29 Ave. SW)
Free to explore
Discover local art, live music, artisanal foods, fresh produce and hands-on activities at the Farmers & Makers Market. It’s a vibrant, family-friendly celebration of community and creativity.
farmersmakersmarket.ca
NMC Presents: Black Music Month Community Lane & Talent Expo
June 14, 2025, 10am – 5pm
Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre (850 4 St. SE Calgary)
Free to attend
Join National Music Centre for a celebration of Black music and culture curated by legendary former MuchMusic VJ Master T and hosted by Calgary rapper K-Riz. Check out a full day of live performances, local food vendors, community showcases, family-friendly activities and a talent expo.
studiobell.ca
Easy Days Pop-Up Market
June 14, 2025, 12 – 5pm
RiverWalk Plaza (just north of 632 Confluence Way SE)
Free to explore
Easy Days Pop-Up Markets are back in East Village! These markets showcase local designers, artists, creators, clothing curators and more. Take in a full day of local businesses, live music and food trucks.
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Greetings from Blackfoot Territory — Poetry and Writing Workshop
June 14, 2025, 12 – 4pm
Contemporary Calgary (701 11 St. SW)
Free to participate, registration required
Join Contemporary Calgary for a poetry workshop that invites people from all walks of life to engage with Lauren Crazybull’s exhibition Wish you were here. Drawing on Crazybull’s work, the workshop explores themes of placemaking, memory and our relationship to the land that we inhabit.
contemporarycalgary.com
Contemporary Kids: Building Soundscapes with Musicians
June 15, 2025, 1 & 3pm
Contemporary Calgary (701 11 St. SW)
Free to participate, registration required
Part of the Sound Atlas Festival’s “Sonic Playground,” this free workshop invites kids ages 5–12 to create a graphic score with artists, then hear it performed live. No musical experience needed, just imagination!
contemporarycalgary.com
Jam Club Gig Day
June 15, 2025, 3pm
King Eddy, National Music Centre (438 9 Ave. SE)
Free to attend
Join the King Eddy for a showcase-style event starring the participants of National Music Centre’s after-school program, NMC Jam Club! The event provides this year’s young musicians with the opportunity to showcase their hard work in front of a supportive audience.
studiobell.ca
Fiddle Frenzy
June 15, 2025, 3:30pm
Heritage Park Plaza (1900 Heritage Dr. SW)
Free to attend
Don’t miss an unforgettable afternoon of toe-tapping fiddle music with talented young musicians from both the Calgary and Bow Valley Fiddlers. This high-energy, family-friendly show celebrates the spirit of traditional and contemporary fiddle tunes. Bring your lawn chairs!
calgaryfiddlers.com
Calgary Chinese Orchestra Annual Concert
June 15, 2025, 2 – 4pm
Leacock Theatre, Mount Royal University (4825 Mount Royal Gate SW)
Free to attend, tickets required
Join the Calgary Chinese Orchestra for its annual concert, a celebration of tradition, culture and music. Experience an evening of vibrant performances showcasing the beauty of Chinese orchestral music.
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Outback Royalty
June 16, 2025, 6 – 10pm
Calgary Society of Independent Filmmakers (100, 1725 10 Ave. SW)
Free to attend, registration required
Join the Calgary Society of Independent Filmmakers for a screening of Outback Royalty as part of the International Flavour series. Watch the 1990s Australian film and discuss its historical and cultural impact. No prior sessions are required — just come ready to explore how this era shaped filmmaking for generations.
csif.org
Soft as Bones: A Memoir — Book Launch
June 17, 2025, 7pm
Shelf Life Books (1302 4 St. SW)
Free to attend
Join Shelf Life Books for the Calgary launch of Soft as Bones: A Memoir by Chyana Marie Sage, which is the June book of the month. Chyana will be in conversation with seth cardinal dodginghorse.
shelflifebooks.ca
Via Voci
June 18, 2025, 12:10 – 1pm
Cathedral Church of the Redeemer (604 1 St. SE)
Free to attend
Directed by Damian Jordan and accompanied by Gaylene Hennan, Via Voci presents their first full-length concert, Dances of Stars and Water. This genre-spanning program features Celtic melodies, jazz standards, northern soundscapes and lively instrumental pieces, including an audience sing-along.
proartssociety.ca
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