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Folk Fest Fashion Folk Fest - Fashion Recap: Rain, Rhythm and Style

Folk Fest Fashion Folk Fest - Fashion Recap: Rain, Rhythm and Style

July 24 - 27 | Prince's Island Park

Last weekend’s Calgary Folk Music Festival brought the tunes — and the rain. But the weather didn’t dampen the fashion. Festivalgoers embraced many elements with style - sporting waterproof layers, colourful rain jackets, patterned ponchos and boots made for mud.

The usual lineup of breezy dresses, vintage denim and well-worn cowboy boots was still out in full force. Smart layering and creative cover-ups proved that rain-ready can still be festival-chic.

This year’s Folk Fest fashion? Amazing... as always!

Youth Singers of Calgary - Fringe Festival

August 1 - 10 | ATCO Performing Arts Centre - 1371 Hastings Crescent S.E.

Get ready for a dynamic showcase of live entertainment with Shine Collective performing SongStruck, an electrifying variety show featuring hits from Broadway, Pop, Rock, Country and beyond! From powerful solo performances to dazzling duets and energetic group numbers, every performance is designed to captivate and thrill. This high-energy show is perfect for all ages, promising an unforgettable experience that will leave you on your feet, cheering for more.

Don’t miss the chance to support Calgary’s rising stars and celebrate the vibrant arts scene that makes this city truly special. Grab your tickets now and be part of the excitement!

For tickets and more information, visit the Youth Singers of Calgary website HERE.

Modern Steak - Date Night

August | Modern Steak Stephen Avenue 100, 8 Ave S.E. | Southport 10606 Southport Road S.W.

Date night every day in August is back! Head to either Modern Steak location from 4:00 p.m. to close to enjoy this amazing special. Choose from two steaks, two sides and a featured bottle of wine from the date night wine list for $108.00. Selections include Prime grade Alberta Beef 10oz Striploin, 6oz Flat Iron or 6oz Filet. Guests can upgrade to Wagyu or any larger steak and pay the difference. If you are looking for an alternative to the bottle of wine, the Modern Steak team has options for you!

For more information and to book a table, visit Modern Steak.

Alberta Ballet - Become A Subscriber

2025/2026 Season | Jubilee Auditorium, 1415 14 Ave N.W.

This season brings some of ballet’s most iconic stories to life. With a full-season subscription, you won’t miss a single moment of this momentous season. Presenting an exceptional lineup of beautifully mastered ballets from Once Upon a Time to Swan Lake and the classic Nutcracker, there is something for everyone. Experience every performance from your favourite seats with unparalleled benefits. Enjoy priority access, exclusive savings and VIP privileges that bring you closer to the art you love. For more information and to purchase your subscription, visit Alberta Ballet.

Kensington - 40th Anniversary

August 10 | Outdoor Plaza along Kensignton Road

Head down to Kensington on Sunday, August 10 for a day of celebration featuring complimentary live performances and community fun. Come celebrate four decades of local charm, creativity and connection in one of Calgary’s most iconic neighbourhoods! Performances by local artists include:

11:00 a.m. Rob Lennard, The History Wrangler
12:00 p.m. John Charles Ried
1:00 p.m. Youth Singers of Calgary
2:00 p.m. Sadlier-Brown Band
4:00 p.m. Sorrel Rider

Follow Kensington on socials or visit their website to stay up to date on all the exciting events happening!

Lucent Festival — Embodied Living Community Gathering

August 8 - 10 | Star 6 Ranch, Alberta

This summer, we’re honoured to support Lucent Festival, a soul-filled weekend of movement, mindfulness and music, hosted by our friends at Embodied Living. With yoga, sound journeys, conscious workshops, local vendors and live performances, this immersive 3-day experience invites you to reconnect with yourself and with the community. As part of our ongoing commitment to supporting meaningful gatherings, PARKER PR is proud to sponsor the Sunday Morning Pancake Breakfast, a beloved tradition that brings the Lucent community together around shared stories and warm plates.

Festival highlights include: Yoga, dance, breathwork ceremony, a bonfire with sing-alongs and s’mores, Sunday Morning Pancake Breakfast, Saturday evening community potluck under the stars, live music on stage and a curated marketplace of wellness and artisan brands.

Tickets and full schedule available now. Come connect with us and the incredible community behind the Lucent Festival.

BUY TICKETS: embodiedliving.ca/lucentfestival

Parachutes for Pets - 11|52 Gala

September 6 | Telus Convention Centre Hall E, 136 8 Ave SE

Support Parachutes for Pets at their second annual fundraising gala!

The 11|52 & Friends Formal is named for Ambassadors Mikael Backlund and Mackenzie Weegar of the Calgary Flames. This year, they welcome new ambassadors Dustin Wolf, Devin Cooley, Ryan Lomberg, Adam Klapka and friends and look forward to having guests join on the red carpet for a night of fun and surprises. Dress to impress for a night of cocktails, delicious dinner, games of chance, dancing, silent and live auctions and so much more! Proceeds from the event will go to supporting the great work that Parachute for Pets does in the community.

Purchase a VIP ticket to participate in a private cocktail hour and meet & greet with our ambassadors! Purchase tickets and find out more about Parachutes for Pets 11|52 Gala HERE

Contemporary Calgary - PRESENCE, Curated by Kanika Anand

June 26 - November 9 | Contemporary Calgary 701 11 St S.W.

Featuring: Abbas Akhavan, Ghazaleh Avarzamani, Tamara Lee-Anne Cardinal, Christine Howard Sandoval, Jayce Salloum, Linda Sormin and Badlands Art Department x Lindsay Sutton

How do we find our place in space?

Presence explores how we occupy and shape the spaces around us. It asks why some spaces feel welcoming and others don’t. The artists reflect on space as something constantly made, challenged and changed. They consider how we build community and how shared spaces create a sense of belonging. This exhibition looks at everyday spaces and practices. It highlights storytelling, memory and lived experience as tools of connection. Presence is about showing up. It’s about how we relate to one another and the land. And it’s an invitation to think differently about what makes a community.

For more information, visit Contemporary Calgary.