Free This Week
Don’t let September catch you by surprise — this week is alive with art, music and festivities. Explore the legacy of Katie Ohe at the opening of INFLUENTIAL, catch a pop-up concert, get outside with Party in the Park, and more!
INFLUENTIAL — Opening Reception
September 4, 2025 5 – 8pm
Herringer Kiss Gallery (101, 1615 10 Ave. SW)
Free to explore
In celebration and honour of Katie Ohe’s new exhibitions at the Art Gallery of Alberta (with Marie Lannoo) and with the City of Calgary at Devonian Gardens, INFLUENTIAL features work by Herringer Kiss Gallery artists who have been taught, mentored or inspired by the work and life of Katie Ohe.
herringerkissgallery.com
Free First Thursday
September 4, 2025 5 – 9pm
Contemporary Calgary (701 11 St. SW))
Free to explore
Free First Thursday: Brazilian Night brings the vibrant energy of Brazil to Contemporary Calgary with dance, live music and activities. Enjoy performances by Brazilian Heritage Dancers, Samba Soul YYC, Calgary Capoeira and Rodolfo Dantas, alongside guided tours of current exhibitions, creative activations and more!
contemporarycalgary.com
Piano Project YYC
September 5, 2025, 12 noon & 3pm
The Ampersand & CF Chinook Centre
Free to attend
Honens presents Piano Project YYC, a series of free pop-up piano concerts that bring live music to unexpected places across Calgary. Featuring local and international artists, these performances transform everyday spaces into moments of connection and community.
honens.com
Inglewood Night Market
September 5, 2025, 5 – 10pm
Inglewood (10 Ave & 10 St. SE)
Free to explore
The Inglewood Night Market is a modern market featuring curated local artisans, makers and small businesses selling handmade crafts, vintage clothing, antiques & collectibles and artisanal eats, alongside live music, food trucks and more.
inglewoodnightmarket.com
Audacious — Reception
September 5, 2025, 6:30 – 9pm
Framed on Fifth (1209 5 Ave. NW)
Free to explore
Artists Shona Rae and Barb Temple repurpose once-loved objects into vessels of critique and resilience. From Rae’s tin landscapes to Temple’s doll-filled shadow boxes, their work challenges cultural narratives and uncovers new possibilities in everyday life. Check out the opening of their exhibition!
framedonfifth.com
Easy Days Pop Up Market
September 6, 2025, 12 – 5pm
RiverWalk Plaza (just north of 632 Confluence Way SE)
Free to attend
Easy Days Pop-Up Markets in East Village showcase local designers, artists, creators, clothing curators and more. With a full day of local businesses, live music and food trucks, you won’t want to miss it! instagram.com
Bridgeland Night Market
September 6, 2025, 5 – 10pm
Bridgeland Riverside Community Association (917 Centre Ave. NE)
Free to explore
Head over to Bridgeland for an evening stroll with your friends and family as you shop for local art from local vendors, enjoy the delicious foods and more!
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Youth Only Graffiti Jam & Workshop (12-17 years)
September 6, 2025, 5 – 7pm
The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland (750 9 Ave. SE)
Free to participate, registration required
Participate in a fun afternoon of spray painting and learning about street art! Join local artist Matias Martinez for a graffiti jam & workshop for youth aged 12 – 17 years old. Youth must have an 18+ guardian on-site for the entire workshop.
theconfluence.ca
Afro Caribbean Festival YYC
September 6 & 7, 2025 (see website for schedule)
Cowboys Park (1220 9 Ave. SW)
Free to attend, tickets required
Experience the richness of African culture at the Afro Caribbean Festival. This event shares and celebrates the colourful, rich, inviting and diverse cultures of African descent in Calgary and beyond.
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Heritage for Harmony
September 7, 2025, 11:40am – 4pm
Scarboro Community Centre (1737 14 Ave. SW)
Free to attend, tickets required
Enjoy an all-ages cultural celebration featuring traditional dances, henna, face painting, a dance workshop and snacks. This event, held as part of Alberta Culture Days, brings the community together for an afternoon of fun and cultural connection.
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Party in the Park
September 7, 2025, 1 – 7pm
Lougheed House (707 13 Ave. SW)
Free to attend, RSVPs encouraged
Party in the Park returns with live music, food trucks, lawn games, and more. This all-ages, pet-friendly event is packed with great food, good vibes and fun for everyone. Don’t miss it!
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Phil in the Park
September 7, 2025, 1 – 7pm
Prince’s Island Park (698 Eau Claire Ave. SW)
Free to attend
Join the Calgary Phil for a free community concert! Enjoy a mix of classical favourites, show tunes and pops performed by the Orchestra and Resident Conductor Juliane Gallant — providing the perfect soundtrack to bid farewell to summer.
calgaryphil.com
Honens Open Air High River
September 7, 2025, 2:30pm
George Lane Park (334 Macleod Tr., High River)
Free to attend
Enjoy a free outdoor concert featuring five exceptional artists performing folk-inspired rhythms, Romantic classics and tango flair. With piano, percussion, accordion and violin, this vibrant afternoon promises connection, energy and artistry under the open sky.
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Try-It Nights – Today’s Square Dancing
September 8, 2025, 7pm
Canyon Meadows Community Centre (848 Cantabrian Dr. SW)
Free to participate
Discover the fun of square dancing — it’s just walking to music! Check out this no-cost intro night. No partner needed; an experienced caller will guide you through the basics.
queensandjacks.com
ProArts@Noon: Calgary Concert Opera
September 10, 2025, 12 – 1pm
Cathedral Church of the Redeemer (604 1 St. SE)
Free to explore
Calgary Concert Opera presents Passion & Piety, featuring excerpts from Pergolesi’s Stabat Mater and Puccini’s Suor Angelica in a special concert. With piano and organ accompaniment, this afternoon of sacred beauty and operatic drama offers a preview of their upcoming performances.
proartssociety.ca
Stroll of Poets
September 5 – 7, 2025 (see website for schedule)
Various venues in Inglewood & area
Select events are free to attend; registration or tickets may be required
Taking place at multiple venues in Calgary’s Inglewood, the Stroll of Poets Festival celebrates performance. Join local poets for their sneak peek, poetry open mics, a writing workshop and more!
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