Free This Week
Whether you’re in the mood for markets, books or conversation, this week’s roundup has something worth stepping out for. Shop local vendors and makers at Currie Night Market, join author Derek Beaulieu for the launch of his latest book, get moving with a beginner-friendly fitness-dance session and plenty more!
Artist Talk with Bomi Yook
May 28, 2026, 6 – 7 pm
Esker Foundation (4th floor, 1011 9 Ave. SE)
Free to attend
In this talk, Bomi Yook discusses her artistic practice and the ideas and processes behind her Project Space Exhibition K‑DIALECTIC, offering insight into how she engages with traumatic memory, historical rupture and the tensions between visibility and erasure within her work.
eskerfoundation.com
Book Launch: Do It Wrong
May 28, 2026, 7 pm
Shelf Life Books (100, 1302 4 St. SW)
Free to attend
Join Shelf Life Books for the launch of Do It Wrong: How to Be A Poet in the Twenty-First Century by Derek Beaulieu. Kyle Flemmer and Kevin Stebner will join him for a conversation moderated by Iheoma Uzomba.
shelflifebooks.ca
Jam Session with Pinky
May 28, 2026, 7 – 9 pm
Alcove Core (244 7 Ave. SW)
Free to explore
Thursday Night Jam Sessions are a welcoming space for musicians, poets, singers and attendees to play non-stop music with one another in an open circle, “living room” setting. All skill levels are welcome to participate. This week’s jam is hosted by Pinky.
alcoveartscentre.ca
State of Art YYC Fine Art Sale
May 29 & 30, 2026, Friday 6 – 9 pm & Saturday 10 am – 4 pm
Strathcona Community Centre (277 Strathcona Dr. SW)
Free to explore
This fine art show is curated to present beautiful works of art handmade by local Calgary artists. There is a wide range of art, including paintings, jewelry and ceramics. All artists will be in attendance.
stateofartyyc.com
Currie Night Market
May 29, 2026, 4 – 9 pm
Currie Barracks (3951 Trasimene Cres. SW)
Free to explore
The Currie Night Market is back, lighting up Alexandra Park once again with an evening of local vendors, live music and good food. Don’t miss this vibrant, open-air experience, packed with atmosphere and community,
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Make & Take: Moon Mobile
May 30, 2026, 10 am – 2 pm
Alberta Craft Gallery & Shop, cSPACE Marda Loop (2nd floor, 1721 29 Ave. SW)
Free to participate
Bring a little bit of the night sky into your room. Using a variety of images of the moon in different phases, you will create your own mobile with moons that twirl to show both sides. Join Susanah Windrum in making this engaging craft project.
albertacraft.ab.ca
Huntington Pioneers Association’s Art Show
May 30, 2026, 10 am – 4 pm
Huntington Pioneers Association (520 78 Ave. NW)
Free to explore
Huntington Pioneers Association invites you to its Annual Art Show. All pieces are by local senior artists in the Calgary area who attend HPA’s Art Classes.
hpa50.ca
The Deskmate Dilemma — Launch Party
May 30, 2026, 11 am – 4 pm
The Forbidden Library (755 Lake Bonavista Dr. SE)
Free to attend
Join us to celebrate the release of The Deskmate Dilemma, a contemporary romance novel by local author Waverly O’Brian. Drop in to get your book signed and enjoy snacks and giveaways.
sites.google.com/waverlyobrian
New Brighton’s Festival of Flavours
May 30, 2026, 12 – 4 pm
New Brighton Residents Association (2 New Brighton Dr. SE)
Free to attend
Excite your taste buds, take part in activities and see exciting cultural entertainment groups at New Brighton’s Festival of Flavours. Try your hand at making your very own Amate Art for a unique free takeaway, and practice your folding on a variety of pieces at the origami station.
newbrighton-connect.com
QAS Lockdown & Member Screening
May 30, 2026, 5 – 9 pm
Contemporary Calgary (701 11 St. SW)
Free to attend
Join Quickdraw Animation Society for a screening of animated works by members, including films from the 19th annual Animation Lockdown, OOPS edition. This year, participants were inspired by the happy (and not-so-happy) accidents that inevitably occur while making art — spilled ink, unplanned “cameos” and all manner of narrative oopsies abound at this year’s Lockdown!
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Zumba Workshop & Community Event
May 30 2026, 10 am – 4 pm
The Room YYC (5918 5 St. SE)
Free to participate
Join a fun, beginner-friendly dance fitness session blending Bollywood and Latin dance styles. Enjoy upbeat dancing, a quick core workout and a calming mindfulness session to finish. No experience required.
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Open House Punk Show with Haze Fridge and The Petty Larceneers
May 31, 2026, 3 – 6 pm
Alcove Beltline (1040 8 St. SW)
Free to attend
It’s not going to be a quiet Sunday! Check out a punk show as part of Alcove Beltline’s Open House, featuring bands Haze Fridge and The Petty Larceneers. Come for the music, stay for the energy!
alcoveartscentre.ca
ProArts@Noon: Calgary Civic Symphony’s “Rising Stars”
June 3, 2026, 12:10 – 1 pm
Cathedral Church of the Redeemer (604 1 St. SE)
Free to attend
Get ready to be inspired by the future of classical music at this special showcase of six outstanding young performers — winners and runners-up of the Rotary Calgary Concerto Competition.
proartssociety.ca
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