YYC Happenings Volume 23

Your guide to fundraisers, events and more.

Modern Steak - The Art of Prime Rib Pop-Up

April | Stephen Ave 100 8 Ave S.E and Southport 10606 Southport Rd S.W.

Prime Rib is at Modern Steak for the month of  April. The prime-grade Prime Rib is sourced from their Partner Ranch, Benchmark Angus. Aged to perfection and seasoned with a coarse salt and herb rub, the Prime Rib is slow-roasted in precision ovens for a consistent, perfectly cooked result every time. Guests are invited to choose their cut of prime rib, salad, side and dessert. 

Book your table today at Modern Steak and don't miss out on this incredible limited-time pop-up!

Calgary Folk Music Festival - Artist Launch

April 2 | Various Media outlets

Calgary Folk Music Festival is back for another year from July 24-27, 2025. They are excited to announce this year's lineup on April 2 at noon. Visit the Calgary Folk Music Festival website or follow them on social media to find out the incredible artists that will be performing this summer!

For more information and to buy tickets or volunteer visit Calgary Folk Music Festival

Youth Singers of Calgary - HEARTS OUT 

April 12, 2025 | The Westin 320 4 Ave S.W.

HEARTS OUT is a fun-filled gala with a very special cause. It is a semi-formal extravaganza showcasing some of Youth Singers of Calgary’s (YSC) extraordinary talent and raising vital funds for YSC. The evening’s festivities include fabulous live entertainment, a silent auction, a gourmet meal and a dance floor. Make it a night out and stay at The Westin Calgary with a special discounted rate for event attendees.

Funds raised through HEARTS OUT will go towards supporting youth, the Youth Singers of Calgary, the ATCO Performing Arts Centre, and YSC’s mission to create a permanent community hub for youth and the arts through the Crescendo Capital Campaign.

For more information and to purchase tickets, visit The Youth Singers of Calgary.

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Calgary Civic Symphony - Les Amateurs Virtuoses

April 13, 2025 | Jack Singer Concert Hall 225 8 Ave S.E.

Calgary Civic Symphony is thrilled to present the North American premiere of Les Amateurs Virtuoses, a showcase of some of the world’s most skilled amateur pianists on Sunday, April 13 at 2:30 p.m. This extraordinary musical event features six internationally acclaimed amateur pianists performing virtuosic concertos alongside The Civic by Mozart, Liszt, Rachmaninoff and more.

Join us at the Jack Singer Concert Hall for this celebration of the remarkable artistry that musicians can achieve while pursuing careers outside of music!

Tickets start at just $19, with free admission for children six and under. Group discounts are
available. Tickets can be purchased HERE

Alberta Ballet - Don Quixote

May 1 - 3  - Calgary | Jubilee Auditorium 1415 14 Ave N.W.

May 9 - 10 - Edmonton | Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium 11455 87 Ave N.W.

Follow the spirited adventures of the idealistic Don Quixote and his loyal squire, Sancho Panza!

Alberta Ballet season will be capped with a burst of exuberance when Alberta Ballet dancers perform the rollicking high-spirited world premiere of Francesco Ventriglia's freshly reimagined Don Quixote. The central characters of this ballet, inspired by Miguel de Cervantes’ famous novel, are full of wit and personality. Don Quixote adds a touch of whimsy with his chivalrous ideals and heroic stylings, and Kitri and Basilio, the young lovers central to the plot of the story, infuse the stage with energy and romance.

This new take on the beloved classic will feature new costumes designed by Gianluca Falaschi, handmade in his Rome atelier. The spectacular season finale will dazzle with whimsical charm, capturing the playfulness and warmth of a classic.

To purchase tickets visit Alberta Ballet

Youth Singers of Calgary - Spring Show Songstruck

May 10, 2025 | Jubilee Auditorium 1415 14 Ave N.W.

When a song stops you in your tracks and you have immediate goosebumps, that’s when you know you’ve been Songstruck! From songs that pump you up, touch your heart, make you laugh or make you cry, this is the music that marks the moments of our lives. ATCO is proud to present Youth Singers of Calgary as their cast of over 200 performers explore all the things a song can do.

Date: Saturday, May 10
Time: 7:00 p.m. 
Location: Jubilee Auditorium

For more information and to purchase tickets, visit The Youth Singers of Calgary

Support ARK’s (Accessibility Renovation for Kids) ‘Reshape Their World’ Gala 

May 31, 2025 | The Ranchmen's Club 710 13 Ave S.W.

You may have just seen/heard Valley to Peak's Catharine Eckersley on Virgin 98.5's Woman a Day by Danaye. Catharine is the volunteer director of ARK, a Calgary charity that provides free home accessibility renovations to kids with mobility barriers. ARK's Reshape Their World Gala will be held on May 31st at the beautiful Ranchmen's Club. With over $3000 in silent auction items to bid on, including donations by Joyce's Closet (3-hour wardrobe edit valued at $550), music, dancing, incredible hors d'oeuvres, cash bar, door prizes and more, it's sure to be a night to remember! EARLY BIRD tickets are $70 until April 19th, so get yours now!

Contemporary Calgary - Hummingbird Guided Meditation

March 6—June 29, 2025 | 701 11 St S.W.

This cinematic installation offers a meditative journey through the eyes of a hummingbird, following its migratory path across seven scenes. Shot on Super8 in an overgrown Mexican garden, the slowed footage deepens our perception of time and space, fostering an interspecies connection.

The accompanying soundtrack, composed from years of field recordings along the hummingbird’s route, blends haunting, looped soundscapes with fragmented echoes of human presence. Expanding on previous exhibitions, this version features a multi-channel projection with spatialized sound and narration by Paulina Macías.

To purchase tickets, visit Contemporary Calgary

Wave Moving Company and Wave Handyman and Renovations 

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Wave Handyman & Renovations offers professional repair and renovation services, ensuring homeowners and businesses receive top-tier workmanship at fair and competitive prices. They offer a multitude of services to help clients make their homes the beautiful and functional spaces they dream of.

Visit Wave Moving and Wave Handyman & Renovations to book your free quote today!

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WELCOME IZABELLA // We are very excited to welcome the wonderful and creative Izabella as our new Communications Intern! We have had the pleasure of having her volunteer at our events since she first joined the Mount Royal PR program. Hear from Izabe
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YYC HAPPENINGS // Looking to support Calgary’s culinary, art, fashion, music, and performance scene? Look no further! Subscribe to our monthly newsletter, YYC Happenings, and join us at fundraisers, galas, restaurant events, artist launches, sy
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SUPPORTING LOCAL AT CROSSROADS MARKET // Thank you to CBC for joining us at Crossroads Market this morning. The story focused on the amazing vendors at the market and showcased local business owners and Canadian products. The vendors shared why suppo
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GIVEAWAY // We are excited to celebrate YYC Food & Drink Experience with a giveaway! One lucky follower will win a $100 gift card to Oxbow, one of the 100 participating restaurants. YYC Food & Drink Experience is a showcase of the city&rsqu
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