Calgary's Culture Days
Discover. Experience. Celebrate. Calgary Culture Days
Calgary Culture Days takes place every September 1 – 30 and is a celebration of local arts, culture and community.
About Calgary Culture Days
Every September, Calgary Culture Days invites people across the city to experience arts and culture in new ways. From attending events to hosting your own, it’s a city‑wide opportunity to celebrate creativity, connection and community — while also making space for reflection and remembrance on Orange Shirt Day and the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
Arts and culture play an important role in Calgary by bringing people together, supporting local talent and creating spaces where everyone belongs. This adds vibrancy to Calgary and contributes to our local economy.
Event calendar
New events added weekly.
How To Train Your Dragon 2 in Concert
How To Train Your Dragon 2 In Concert features John Powell’s thrilling score performed live to picture by your Calgary Phil
Radiance: Queer Joy Screening & Performances
EMMEDIA will present short films and performances that highlight the creativity and resilience of our local queer community.
Afro Caribbean Festival
Celebrate African & Caribbean culture with music, dance, art, food and more. Unity and diversity in Calgary’s inclusive festival!
Black Pride Festival
Black Pride Festival celebrates Black queer culture, creativity and community with family fun and an evening celebration.
Young Hearts, Old Souls: The Vibrant Heart
Enjoy an open-air Tai Chi workshop designed to promote mental and physical wellness, this session welcomes Calgarians of all ages and mobility levels.
Cinema on 17th
Cinema on 17th returns with 11 free outdoor movies, live entertainment & NEW Saturday Morning Cartoons!
Dolly Parton's Threads: My Songs in Symphony
Features Dolly on screen. Celebrate Dolly's greatest hits with your Calgary Phil joined by guest vocalists and musicians.
Moonlight Cultural Festival
A free cultural celebration in Calgary Chinatown featuring Mid-Autumn traditions, food, arts and community experiences.
Believe in the Gold — Run for Childhood Cancer
Join the Run for Childhood Cancer with 1K, 5K and 10K options. Enjoy family fun with bouncy castles, face painting, craftsand more as we come together to support kids fighting cancer.
Phil in the Park
The Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra is pleased to present a free outdoor concert for audiences of all ages and backgrounds!
Young Hearts, Old Souls: The Artistic Soul
Experience a co-curated exhibition where senior "Old Souls" partner with youth "Young Hearts" to share visual storytelling, traditional artistic techniques and collaborative artwork.
Contemporary Connections: Punjabi Tour
Contemporary Connections is a guided tour series designed to make art accessible and engaging for diverse communities.
Nordic Nights
Spend an awe-inspiring evening with your Calgary Phil, Naomi Woo, and Stewart Goodyear.
Beethoven Lives Upstairs
Young listeners are introduced to the music and history of Beethoven in this blend of symphonic music and drama.
Young Hearts, Old Souls: The Grand Harmony
Enjoy the grand finale that merges traditional golden wedding celebrations with the Mid-Autumn and Double Ninth festivals, featuring dynamic joint performances by the youth of YHOS and community seniors.
The Music of John Williams
Conductor Tristan Rais-Sherman and your Calgary Phil bring to life the music of legendary film composer John Williams.
Love Letters From The Diaspora: An Evening of Storytelling, Poetry and Love Stories From Around the World
An evening of cultural love stories from around the world, told by local artists and then opened for all through an open mic.
Many Cultures, One Downtown
Free downtown multicultural arts festival with performances, art displays and a seniors’ cultural fashion walk.
Pokaiks 10th Annual Walk & Gathering
A walk to honour all children past, present and future, in the spirit of love, truth and reconciliation.
Calgary Culture Days funding
The Calgary Culture Days Microgrant supports initiatives that activate Calgary’s greater downtown through arts and culture programming during Calgary Culture Days. With $100,000 available, the microgrant supports new small-scale initiatives or helps existing ones grow and add value, offering up to $5,000 per initiative.
Applications for 2026 are now closed.
If you received a microgrant, please submit your final report by Oct. 8, 2026.
Marketing toolkit
Whether you’re a microgrant recipient or hosting an arts and culture event in September, using the Calgary Culture Days logo and promotional tools below helps connect you to the larger celebration and marketing campaign.
Explore how to use these tools: Download the partner promotion guide
