Downtown Summer Festivals
Downtown Summer Festivals & Events Summer Starts Here!
Break out your sunglasses and embrace the summer vibes – because Summer Starts Here, in downtown Calgary! With over 200 festivals and events happening downtown this summer, the heart of our city will be bursting with energy, entertainment and community pride as we kick off a summer packed with fun, local talent and memory-making events.
Please check the official event websites for the most up-to-date information regarding cancellations, rescheduling or other important updates.
Explore downtown with these summer festivals and events:
FEATURED EVENT
Seconds Collective Vintage Market: Seconds Saloon
When: July 4-11
Where: 205 Eighth Ave. S.W. (Stephen Avenue)
Website: Seconds Collective Vintage Market
Get ready for 7 days of the wildest Seconds market yet! With donuts, non-alcoholic beers, photo ops, and all the vintage you can handle, this pop-up market celebrates sustainable style and community connection.
Seconds Collective is a second-hand market that does pop ups all over the city. Their goal is to empower individuals to buy, sell, and trade quality pre-owned textiles. This calm, cool, collective emphasizes the power of community to create a greener, more responsible and unique consumer culture.
Honky Tonk Market
Step into our western vintage pop-up market(s) and immerse yourself in a world of artistic wonders, where you'll find the best Western finds in town. Their curated collection of handcrafted treasures will transport you to a world where authenticity, craftsmanship, and style reign supreme.
Calgary Stampede Concerts
150+ Artists, 11 Days, 9 Venues! Join the fun!
Cowboys Music Festival
Canada's most legendary 11-day music festival and party! Cowboys Music Festival is a world-famous event in Calgary that hosts guests from around the globe during the Calgary Stampede - the Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth.
Mexifest
Mexifest is a three-day, family-oriented multicultural festival in downtown Calgary that celebrates Mexican culture and promotes cross-cultural experiences through contemporary and traditional arts and entertainment. On Friday, there will be free admission from 10:30 a.m. to noon.
Seconds Collective Vintage Market: Seconds Saloon
Get ready for 7 days of the wildest Seconds market yet! With donuts, non-alcoholic beers, photo ops, and all the vintage you can handle, this pop-up market celebrates sustainable style and community connection.
When: July 4-11
Calgary Stampede
For more than 100 years, the Calgary Stampede has welcomed the world to Calgary for the richest rodeo in the world, thrilling chuckwagon races, midway rides and games, Indigenous culture, agriculture showcases, and endless live music.
Calgary Stampede Breakfasts
The Calgary Stampede, known for its vibrant celebrations, will host dozens of free pancake breakfasts. These breakfasts are a staple of the festivities, offering attendees a chance to enjoy pancakes, sausages, coffee, and more in a community setting.
Polar Bear Breakfast
Bring your family and friends down for a fun and educational morning at the zoo! This event includes an exclusive before hours opportunity to learn more about polar bears, what makes them so wonderful, why they are endangered and Siku during his morning routine followed by a delicious buffet breakfast.
Plus 15 Pop up Gallery
ART SPOT is bringing a dynamic pop-up gallery to the downtown Core featuring the works of dozens of local artists. Stop by and discover the art, learn about ART SPOT and connect with your local arts community!
When: June 25 - July 18
Getting downtown
Plan your trip
Over the summer festivals season, the downtown core will be very busy with events, road work and more people getting around. If you're driving, give yourself extra time to find parking and expect potential delays. You can plan your trip ahead by visiting Calgary.ca/PlanYourTrip.
Park safely and responsibly
Safe and legal parking helps avoid tickets, towing and unsafe situations for people walking, wheeling or driving nearby. Please remember to read and follow the signs before parking, even if it's a spot you're familiar with. You can manage your future parking sessions effortlessly by using the Parking Planner to book your parking in advance.
Save on parking with year-round deals
Parking downtown doesn't have to be expensive. Calgary Parking offers a variety of promotions throughout the year to help you save. Whether you're staying late, heading in early or planning a full day downtown, there are deals that make parking more affordable and convenient. Check out the Deals and Promotions page to see what's available.
Submit an event
If you have an event you would like added, please email: downtownevents@calgary.ca
with the subject: Downtown Summer Festivals.
*Please note, this page is updated regularly. The festivals and events listed are either organized, supported, or in good standing with The City of Calgary.