Epicurean Calgary

January

High Performance Rodeo, Various Locations, January 3-28, www.hprodeo.ca
The Motorcycle Show Calgary, BMO Centre, January 5-7, www.calgarymotorcycleshow.ca
Calgary Flames SuperSkills, Scotiabank Saddledome, January 7, www.nhl.com/flames/fans/superskills
Alberta Beer Festivals present Brew Ed. (Formerly Beer School), Brewer's Apprentice, January 11, 18, 25, February 1, www.albertabeerfestivals.com/events-services/brew-ed
Calgary Renovation Show, BMO Centre, January 12-14, www.calgaryrenovationshow.com
The Annual Okanagan Winter Wine Festival, Sun Peaks Resort, Kamloops, B. C., January 12-21, www.secure.thewinefestivals.com
Roots of Malanka 2018, St. Stephen Protomartyr Ukrainian Catholic Church, January 13, www.suzirya.com
The Wedding Fair, BMO Centre, January 14, www.theweddingfair.ca
Memphis Bound Fundraiser, Mikey's on 12th, January 14, www.calgarybluesfest.com
MS Whisky Festival, Jack Singer Concert Hall Lobby, Arts Common, January 18, www.calgarywhiskyfestival.ca
Victoria Whisky Festival, Hotel Grand Pacific, Victoria, British Columbia, January 18-21, www.victoriawhiskyfestival.com
BIG Winter Classic, Broken City, BIG Studio at the Gerry Thomas Art Gallery, Dickens Pub, 1000 9 Ave. S.W. and Last Best Brewing and Distilling, January 18-21, www.bigwinterclassic.com
Ice Magic Festival, Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise and Lake Louise Ski Resort, Lake Louise, Alberta, January 18-28, www.banfflakelouise.com
SnowDays, Banff National Park, Alberta, January 18-28, www.banfflakelouise.com
Tiny Comedy Show at Cucina 500, 500 Cucina, January 19, www.eventbrite.ca/e/tiny-comedy-show-at-cucina-500-tickets-41277820071
Ski For Heart Lake Louise, Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, Lake Louise, Alberta, January 19-20, www.skiforheart.ca
AKC Winter 2018 Show, Spruce Meadows, January 19-21, www.albertakennelclub.org
10th Annual Kimmett Cup 3-on-3 Co-Ed Pond Hockey Tournament, Mitford Pond & Spray Lakes Sawmills Family Sports Centre, Cochrane, Alberta, January 19-21, www.kimmettcup.com
STARS & SPURS GALA, BMO Centre, January 20, www.starsandspursgala.ca
The Bash Announces 2018 Boutique Wedding Show, The Hudson, January 20-21, www.thebash.ca
The Great Canadian FitFest Calgary, Telus Convention Center, January 20-21, www.gcfitfest.ca
The Alex Presents: Robbie Burns Bash, St. Louis Hotel, January 25, www.thealex.ca
4th Annual Celebrity Chef Showdow, The Calgary Petroleum Club, January 25, www.brakemenfoundation.com
Great Italian Wine Encounter 2018, Fairmont Palliser Hotel, January 25-26, www.calgaryhealthtrust.ca
49th Annual Calgary RV Exposition & Sale, BMO Centre, January 25-28, www.rvda-alberta.org
A Little Murder Never Hurt Anybody, Pumphouse Theatre, Victor Mitchell Theatre, January 26-February 10, www.morpheustheatre.ca
NES Global Talent - 5th Annual Robert Burns Supper in Aid of Alberta Children’s Hospital, Fairmont Palliser Hotel, January 27, www.childrenshospital.ab.ca
Annual Burns’ Night, Polish Canadian Club, January 27, www.standrewcaledonian.ca
Bridal Fantasy Calgary: The Boutique Bridal Show, TELUS Convention Centre, January 28, www.bridalfantasy.com

February

EMMEDIA presents PARTICLE + WAVE Media Arts Festival, EMMEDIA Screening Room and Festival Hall, February 1–3, www.emmedia.ca
Canmore Winter Carnival 2018, Various locations, Canmore, Alberta, February 1-11, www.tourismcanmore.com
EXPOSURE 2018: Alberta's Photography Festival, Various Locations in Calgary, Canmore, and Banff, February 1-28, www.exposurephotofestival.com 2018 YYC Hot Chocolate Fest, Various locations, February 1-28, www.yychotchocolate.com
Give Your Man a Hand 2018 - A Gloves on Gala for Men's Health, Hotel Arts, February 2, www.womenformengala.com
Jasper Beer & Barley Summit, The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge, Jasper, Alberta, February 2-4, www.albertabeerfestivals.com
The Sixth Annual WowFest Magic Arts Festival, Orpheus Theatre, SAIT Campus Centre, February 2-4, www.wowfestmagic.com
Rock for Dimes Calgary 2018, The Palace Theatre, February 3, www.marchofdimes.akaraisin.com
Waves Of The Danube, Polish Canadian Cultural Centre, February 3, www.cyo.ab.ca
Calgary Health Show, BMO Centre, February 3-4, www.healthshows.com
Human Bonspiel 2018, Olympic Plaza, February 5-12, www.ccc-registration.com
Alberta Beer Festivals present Brew Ed. (Formerly Beer School), Brewer's Apprentice, February 6, 13, 20, 27, www.albertabeerfestivals.com/events-services/brew-ed
Annual Spirits Of Gold Awards, BMO Centre, Palomino Room, February 7, www.calgaryunitedway.org
Calgary Boat and Sportsmen's Show, BMO Centre, February 8-11, www.calgaryboatandsportshow.ca Sien Lok Society of Calgary's 49th Annual Chinese New Year Celebration Gala, Regency Palace Seafood Restaurant, Third Floor, February 10, www.sienlok.org
Hypothermic Half Marathon 2018, Fort Calgary, February 10, www.hypothermichalf.com
The FranchiseCanada Show, Big Four Building – Hall A, February 10-11, www.franchisecanadashowcalgary.cfa.ca
Valentine's Day Events, Various Locations, February 10-14, www.epicureancalgary.com/valentines_day_events
2018 Year of the Dog Chinese New Year Carnival, Calgary Chinese Culture Centre, February 10-18, www.culturalcentre.ca
Sir John A’s Great Canadian Kilt Skate, Olympic Plaza, February 11, www.kiltskate.com
Block Heater, Festival Hall, Studio Bell, The King Eddy, and Ironwood Stage and Grill, February 15-17, www.calgaryfolkfest.com
Winefest Edmonton, Shaw Conference Centre. Edmonton, Alberta, February 16-17, www.celebratewinefest.com
Winterfest at Ft. Calgary, Fort Calgary, February 19, www.fortcalgary.com
Family Day at the Olympic Oval, February 19, www.oval.ucalgary.ca
The 9th Annual Lake Louise Pond Hockey Classic, Lake Louise and Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, Lake Louise, Alberta, February 21-25, www.fairmont.com
Chinese New Year Gala Year of the Dog, Regency Palace Seafood Restaurant, February 23, www.calgary.hkcba.com
Tiny Comedy Show at 500 Cucina, 500 Cucina, February 23, www.eventbrite.ca/e/tiny-comedy-show-at-500-cucina-tickets-42805666902
Winefest Calgary, BMO Centre, Stampede Park, February 23-24, www.celebratewinefest.com
World Of Wheels, BMO Centre, Stampede Park, February 23-25, www.autorama.com
The 62nd Hungária Gala Ball, Grand Ballroom, Westin Hotel, February 24, www.hungariaball.com
YYC Taste + Tour, Begins downtown, February 24, www.culinairemagazine.ca
Gen Next's Rouge, The Bank and Baron, February 24, www.calgaryunitedway.org
Coldest Night of the Year, Eau Claire Market, 200 Barclay Parade S.W., February 24, www.coldestnightoftheyear.org
2018 Vancouver International Wine Festival, Various locations, Vancouver, B.C., February 24-March 4, www.vanwinefest.ca
Calgary Midwinter Bluesfest, Various locations, February 26-March 3, www.calgarybluesfest.com

March

Hearts Out, Jack Singer Concert Hall Lobby, March 1, www.heartsout.ca
Calgary Home & Garden Show, BMO Centre and Corral, March 1-4, www.calgaryhgs.com
The Big Taste 2018, Various locations, March 2-11, www.calgarydowntown.com
24th Annual Bottlescrew Bill's Beerfest, Bottlescrew Bill's Old English Pub, March 3, www.bottlescrewbill.com
Calgary Flames Ambassadors’ Celebrity Poker Tournament, Deerfoot Inn and Casino, March 3, www.calgaryflamesfoundation.com
Parents’ Quest for the Cure Gala: Gateway to India, The Westin Calgary, March 3, www.kidscancercare.ab.ca     
Calgary Maple Festival des Sucres, Heritage Park, March 3-4, www.calgarymaplefest-eng.com
Tim Horton's Brier, Brandt Centre - Evraz Place, Regina, Saskatchewan, March 3-11, www.curling.ca
Pastry Chef Showcase, Grand Hall in the Gasoline Alley Museum, Heritage Park Historical Village, March 4, www.pastryshowcase.ca
A Red Carpet Affair: Celebrating Hollywood's Best, The Palace Theatre, March 4, www.calgaryfilm.com
Calgary Event Awards 2018, The Palace Theatre, March 7, www.eventawards.ca
Cowboys 2nd Annual Wing Off, Cowboys Dance Hall, March 8, www.kidsportcanada.ca
St. Mary's University 23rd Annual President’s Dinner, Heritage Park’s Gasoline Alley Museum, March 8, www.stmu.ca
5th Annual YW CELEBRATE, The Bow, March 8, www.ywcalgary.ca
Artifact Small Format Film Festival, Theatre Junction GRAND, University of Calgary, and CSIF, March 8-10, www.artifactfilmfestival.com
Alberta Beer Festivals present Brew Ed. (Formerly Beer School), Brewer's Apprentice, March 8, 15, 22, 29, www.albertabeerfestivals.com/events-services/brew-ed
Half Your Plate Chefs Dinner, Winsport – Markin MacPhail Centre, March 9, www.calgarypma.ca
22nd Immigrants of Distinction Awards Gala, The Westin Calgary Hotel, March 9, www.immigrantservicescalgary.ca
2018 Friends in Motion: Bowl-A-Thon, Century Bowling, March 9, www.betweenfriends.ab.ca
St. Patrick's Day Festivities, Various Locations, March 9-17, www.epicureancalgary.com/st_patricks_day_events
Janus Academy's 21st Annual Spring Gala, Commonwealth Hall & Conference Centre, March 10, www.janusacademy.org
FUNNYFEST Calgary Comedy Festival Society Presents 18th Annual FUNNYFEST TALENT SEARCH (6 Rounds) and Comedy Workshop , Graduates COMPETE, North On Centre Pub Showroom, Clarion Hotel, Bonasera Pub SE, March 10, 24, April 7, 14, 15, (Final May 5), www.funnyfest.com
Red & White Spring Comic & Toy Show, Red & White Club, March 11, www.comicandtoy.ca
3rd Children's Wonderland Ball, Coast Plaza Hotel & Conference Centre, March 11, www.mascotparties.ca
The Original St. Patrick's Day Road Race, Central Memorial High School, March 11, www.calgaryroadrunners.com
ASBA Alberta Craft Brewing Convention, Calgary TELUS Convention Centre and the Calgary Marriott Hotel and various locations, March 12-14, www.abcraftbrewing.ca
Vehicles and Violins Gala 2018, BMO Centre, March 13, www.autoshowcalgary.com
2018 Calgary International Auto and Truck Show, BMO Centre, March 14-18, www.autoshowcalgary.com
Comedy Workshop presented by FunnyFest, FunnyFest Head Office,  March 14 to April 18, March 17-18, www.learncomedynow.com
2018 Calgary National Water Conservation Dinner & Auction, Hyatt Regency Calgary, March 15, www.tucanada.org
CANstruction® Calgary 2018, Southcentre Mall, March 15-22, www.calgaryfoodbank.com
The Casual Libationist presents: "A Taste of Ireland", The Beer Vault, March 16, www.thecasuallibationist.com
PJ Party with Country Singer Terri Clark, The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge, Jasper, Alberta, March 16-18, www.fairmont.com
The Black & White Ball, Fairmont Palliser Hotel, March 17, www.decidedlyjazz.com
1st Annual March Medieval Gala, Polish Canadian Cultural Centre, March 17, www.eventbrite.ca
2018 CCC Brain Freeze Trivia, Schanks Sports Bar South, March 20, www.calgarycorporatechallenge.com
CAWST Paints the Town Blue for World Water Day, TELUS Spark, March 21, www.cawst.org
The 2018 Calgary Region One-Act Play Festival, Victor Mitchell Theatre, March 21-24, www.pumphousetheatre.ca
Food for Thought: Beer, Bread, and Sustainability, Craft Beer Market, March 22, www.mtroyal.ca
ACAD Show  + Sale, Alberta College Of Art + Design, Main Mall, March 22-24, www.acadsa.ca
Fragments Multi-Arts Gala, cSPACE, King Eddy, March 23, www.fragmentscalgary.squarespace.com
The Grape Escape Spring 2018, BMO Centre, March 24, www.coopwinespiritsbeer.com
Rogers Insurance Run for L’Arche, Eau Claire Market, March 24, www.rogersinsurance.ca
The Outdoor Adventure & Travel Show, BMO Centre, March 24-25, www.outdooradventureshow.ca
2018 Calgary Golf Show, BMO Centre, Hall B, March 24-25, www.albertagolfshows.com
The 2018 Nightclub & Bar Convention and Trade Show, Las Vegas Convention Centre and various locations throughout Las Vegas,  Nevada, March 26-28, www.ncbshow.com
Children's Wish Foundation 5th Annual Children's Wish Poker Tournament, Grey Eagle Resort and Casino, March 28, www.childrenswish.ca
Antique Arms & Military Collectors Show, BMO Centre, March 30-31, www.calgarygunshow.com
Banff Gondola Kick Off The Soar Into Spring Festival, Banff Gondola, Banff, Alberta, March  30–April 2, www.banffjaspercollection.com
Taste of Jamaica, Thorncliffe Greenview Community Centre, March 31, www.jcaalberta.com
Ford World Men's Curling Championship 2018, Orleans Arena, Las Vegas, Nevada, March 31-April 8, www.worldcurling.org

April

Calgary International Salsa Congress, Hyatt Regency Calgary, April 5-8, www.calgarysalsacongress.com
WineSpring, St. Eugene Golf Resort & Casino, Cranbrook, British Columbia, April 6-8, www.steugene.ca
North Yeast Brew Fest at Crossroads, Crossroads Community Association, April 7, www.picatic.com/NorthYeastBrewFest
The Garden Unlocked, The Hudson, April 7, www.theatrecalgary.com
Vaisakhi Mela 2018, Genesis Centre Feature Gymnasium, April 7, www.vaisakhimela.ca
2018 Get Your Hearts On Gala, SALTLIK Calgary, April 7, www.sfhmf.com
The Calgary Baby & Tot Show, BMO Centre, Hall E, April 7-8, www.calgarybabyshow.com
The Cannabis & Hemp Expo, BMO Centre, April 7-8, www.cannabishempexpo.com
The Gordie Howe C.A.R.E.S. PRO-AM Hockey Tournament, WinSport Arenas, April 7-8, www.gordiehowecaresproam.com
Alberta Beer Festivals present Brew Ed. (Formerly Beer School), Brewer's Apprentice, April 10, 17, 24, May 1, www.albertabeerfestivals.com/events-services/brew-ed 
Picture this... International Disability Film Festival 2018, Calgary Scope Society, April 11-14, www.ptff.org
The 2018 California Wine Fair, Hudson, April 12, www.safehavenfoundation.ca
Calgary Dance Stampede, Hyatt Regency Calgary, April 12-15, www.calgarydancestampede.com
Taste of Bragg Creek, Bragg Creek, Alberta, April 13, www.tasteofbraggcreek.ca
Easter Seals We Care Ball, Markin MacPhail Centre, WinSport in Calgary Olympic Park, April 13, www.easterseals.ab.ca
Olds College Homestead Feast, Alumni Centre, Olds College Campus, Olds, Alberta, April 13, www.oldscollege.ca
Okanagan Fest-of-Ale 2018, Penticton Convention Centre, Penticton, B.C., April 13-14, www.fest-of-ale.bc.ca
Celebrity Hors d'Oeuvres, Willow Park Wines & Spirits, April 14, www.atplive.com
The Calgary Woman's Show, BMO Centre, April 14-15, www.calgarywomansshow.com
SUPERTRAIN 2018, Genesis Centre, April 14-15, www.supertrain.ca
Calgary Horticultural Society's Garden Show, Spruce Meadows, April 14-15, www.calhort.org
The Calgary Cat Association Spring 2018 Show, Village Square Leisure Centre, April 14-15, www.calgarycatshow.com
Aggie Days, Nutrien Western Event Center and in the Agriculture Barn, April 14-15, www.ag.calgarystampede.com
The Calgary Booster Club Sportsman of the Year Gala, Markin MacPhail Centre, WinSport in Calgary Olympic Park, April 15, www.calgaryboosterclub.com
15th Calgary Underground Film Festival, Globe Cinema, April 16-22, www.calgaryundergroundfilm.org 
Mayor's Lunch for Arts Champions, Palomino Ballroom, April 18, www.calgaryartsdevelopment.com
CAUSE Canada Spring Gala, Pinebrook Golf Resort, April 19, www.cause.ca
Wood's and the City, Hudson Event Spaces, April 20, www.woodshomes.ca
2018 motionball Calgary Gala Limitless, The Palace Theatre, April 20, www.motionball.com
The Casual Libationist Presents: Alberta Proud. Alberta Strong. ALBERTA BEER!, The Beer Vault, April 20, www.thecasuallibationist.com   
Bowl For Kids Sake, Chinook Bowladrome Lower level, April 20-27, www.bbbscalgary.donorpages.com
Calgary’s Poutine Week 2018, Various locations, April 20-28, www.poutinewithpurpose.com
Bust Loose! Captains & Conductors Brewery Crawl, Begins at Trolley 5 Brewpub, April 21, www.bustloose.com
Picks and Plates, Hudson, April 21, www.jdrfca.donordrive.com
2018 East Kootenay Distillery Festival, Fairmont Hot Springs Resort, Fairmont Hot Springs, B.C., April 21, www.fairmonthotsprings.com
The 27th Annual Climb for Wilderness, Calgary’s Bow Building, April 21, www.climbforwilderness.ca
Calgary Pet Expo, Spruce Meadows, April 21-22, www.calgarypetexpo.com
YYCfit Health and Fitness Expo, Big Four Building, April 21-22, www.yycfitexpo.ca
YYCFoodTrucks Spring Frenzy '18, C-Square in the East Village, April 21-22, www.yycfoodtrucks.com
The Calgary Performing Arts Festival, Various venues within Mount Royal University, April 23-May 13, www.cpafestival.ca
A Taste For Life 2018, Various locations, April 25, www.atasteforlife.org
2018 Turning Points Fundraising Gala: Take a Stand Against Family Violence and Abuse, TELUS Convention Centre, April 26, www.calgarywomensshelter.com
Calgary Comic and Entertainment Expo, Stampede Park, April 26-29, www.calgaryexpo.com
Summit Foundation for Cystic Fibrosis 14th Annual Super Gala, Hyatt Regency Calgary, April 27, www.calgaryhealthtrust.ca
Body Soul & Spirit Expo, TELUS Convention Centre, April 27-29, www.bodysoulspiritexpo.com 
Market Collective, Chinese Cultural Centre, April 27-29, www.marketcollective.ca 
YYC Taco Fiesta, Various locations, April 27-May 6, www.YYCTacoFiesta.ca
HMS Pinafore, Victor Mitchell Theatre, Pumphouse Theatre, April 27–May 12, www.morpheustheatre.ca
The 3rd Annual Raindrop Gala Fundraiser, Enmax Conservatory, Calgary Zoo, April 28, www.raindropgala.com
Cochon555, Fairmont Banff Springs, Banff, Alberta, April 28, www.cochon555.com     
Calgary Police Half Marathon, Mount Royal University, April 29, www.halfmarathon.cpsevents.ca 
16th Annual Smiling Blue Skies® Walk for Canine Cancer, South Glenmore Park, April 29, www.uofg.convio.net 

May

ONWARD Summit, BMO Centre, May 2, www.onwardyyc.com
The Spring OkanaganWine Festival, Various Locations, Okanagan Valley, B.C., May 2-13, www.secure.thewinefestivals.com
9th Annual UP & Away Charity Gala, BMO Centre – Palomino Room, May 3, www.cfs-ab.org
Calgary Arab Film Nights 2018, Globe Cinema, May 3-6, www.calgaryarabartssociety.ca
Canmore Uncorked, Various locations, Canmore, Alberta, May 3-13, www.canmoreuncorked.com
Calgary International Beerfest, BMO Centre, May 4-5, www.albertabeerfestivals.com
East Coulee SpringFest 2018, East Coulee School Museum and Community Hall, East Coulee, Alberta and various locations, May 4-5, www.ecsmuseum.ca
Calgary Rock and Lapidary Club Gem, Mineral & Fossil Show, VIVO For Healthy Generations, May 4-6, www.crlc.ca
Jane's Walk 2018, Various Locations, May 4-6, www.janeswalk.calgaryfoundation.org
Dine & Deals Diamonds Are Forever Gala, Westin Hotel Grand Ballroom, May 5, www.providencechildren.com
2018 Splash of Red, Fairmont Palliser, May 5, www.hivcl.org 
12th Annual Life Without Limits Gala - Celebrating Cinco de Mayo!, Ranahan's, May 5, www.cpalberta.akaraisin.com
Kinco de Mayo, Kerby Centre, May 5, www.kinsmenclubofcalgary.com
Cinco de Mayo Mexican Gastronomy Tasting, The Glenbow Museum, May 5, www.casamexico.ca
St Patrick's Island Fun Run 2018, St Patrick's Island, May 5, www.raceroster.com
The Calgary Music Collectors Show, Acadia Rec Complex, May 6, www.toonorthrecords.com
The Walk So Kids Can Talk, Festival Market Eau Claire Plaza, May 6, www.walksokidscantalk.ca 
Hike for Hospice Calgary 2018, Fish Creek Provincial Park, Sikome Lake, May 6, www.hospicecalgary.ca 
Alberta Beer Festivals present Brew Ed., Brewer's Apprentice, May 9, 16, 23, 30, www.albertabeerfestivals.com/events-services/brew-ed
Cork & Canvas Winemaker’s Dinner, Calgary Petroleum Club, May 10, www.calgaryphil.com
Chef Meets BC Grape, Hotel Arts, May 10, www.winebc.com
Great Okanagan Beer Festival, Waterfront Park and various locations, Kelowna, B.C., May 10-12, www.gibbonswhistler.com
The CUPS-Stampeders Kickoff Breakfast, Imperial Ballroom, The Hyatt Regency, May 11, www.cupscalgary.com
Dogfest Spring Fling, Triwood Arena, May 12, www.dogfest.ca
4th Annual Culinaire Treasure Hunt, Market on Macleod, May 12, www.culinairemagazine.ca
2018 Stampeders Fanfest, McMahon Stadium, May 12, www.stampeders.com
Viking Village: Horde at the Hive 2018, Chinook Honey Company, Okotoks, Alberta, May 12-13, www.chinookhoney.com
Mothers Day Run & Walk, Chinook Centre, May 13, www.mdrunandwalk.com
56th Annual Calgary White Hat Awards, Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium, May 16, www.visitcalgary.com
AARC’s Miracle Gala, Calgary TELUS Convention Centre, May 16, www.aarc.ab.ca
Victoria Day Beer Tasting, The Beer Vault, May 18, www.thecasuallibationist.com
Otafest 2018, Telus Convention Centre, May 18-20, www.otafest.com
Serbian Fest, Dewinton, Alberta, May 19-20, www.serbianfest.org
Little Britches Parade and Rodeo, Various venues around High River, Alberta, May 19-21, www.highriver.ca
The Best of Calgary Ideas Week, Various locations, May 22-June 3, www.bestofcalgary.city
2018 Calgary International Children's Festival, Arts Commons and on Olympic Plaza, May 23-26, www.calgarykidsfest.ca
JCC 29th Annual Sports Dinner, Beth Tzedec Synagogue, May 24, www.calgaryjcc.com
Raise Hope 2018, Calgary Petroleum Club, May 24, www.mcsc.ca
Children's Wish Night of Wonders Gala, Grey Eagle Resort, May 24, www.childrenswish.ca
Driven 2018, Olympic Oval, May 25-26, www.drivenshow.ca
20th Annual Fairy Tales Queer Film Festival, The Plaza Theatre and various other locations, May 25–June 2, www.calgaryqueerartssociety.com
Taste of Waterton, Waterton National Park, Alberta, May 25-June 3, www.mywaterton.ca
Vancouver Craft Beer Week, PNE Fairgrounds and other locations in Vancouver, B.C., May 25-June 3, www.vancouvercraftbeerweek.com   
Suncor Stage One Festival, The TransCanada Stage at Lunchbox Theatre, May 25-June 9, www.lunchboxtheatre.com
Indulge, MLCA Hall, May 26, www.mardaloop.com
Festival of Quilts: "Quilts In Living Colour", Heritage Park, May 26-27, www.heritagepark.ca
Cochrane and Airdrie Mutt Struts, Cochrane & Area Humane Society, Cochrane, Alberta and East Lake Park, Airdrie, Alberta, May 26, www.cochranehumane.ca
The Wheels for Wells Community Bike Ride, Southview Church, Walden Campus, May 26, www.wheelsforwells.ca
2018 Spring Calgary Reptile Expo, Midsun Community Centre, May 26-27, www.albertareptilesociety.org
The Pet Valu Walk For Dog Guides, Pet Valu Evanston, Annie's Cafe Fish Creek South, and Bowness Park Picnic Site 3, May 27, www.walkfordogguides.com
Walk To Make Cystic Fibrosis History, Edworthy Park, Picnic Site, May 27, www.cysticfibrosis.ca
Scotiabank Calgary Marathon, Start and finish in Stampede Park, May 27, www.calgarymarathon.com
27th Annual Motorcycle Awareness Ride/Walt Healy, Bob Kane and Roger Hyde Memorial Ride, Starts at: Aldersyde Petro Can, Aldersyde, Alberta, May 27, www.woodshomes.ca
Opening of the First ‘Fresh Take’ in Chinook Mall Food Court, Fresh Take, Chinook Mall, May 30, www.edojapan.com
18th Annual FUNNYFEST Calgary Comedy Festival, Various locations, May 31-June 10, www.funnyfest.com

June

The Edmonton Craft Beer Festival, The Edmonton Expo Centre, Edmonton, Alberta, June 1-2, www.albertabeerfestivals.com
4th Annual Tunes For Trails, Bragg Creek Community Centre, Bragg Creek, Alberta, June 2, www.braggcreektrails.org
4th Annual ‘One for the Ages’ Gala, Ranchmen’s Club, June 2, www.calgaryseniors.org
Turner Valley’s Discovery Days and Black Diamond Parade, Black Diamond and Turner Valley, Alberta, June 2, www.turnervalley.ca
2018 Hope Classic: Walk, Run, Wheel, South Glenmore Park, June 2, www.sbhasa.ca
Calgary Brain Tumour Walk 2018, Edworthy Park, June 2, www.braintumourevents.ca
Dog Jog 2018, South Glenmore Park West End Polo Field, June 2, www.support.calgaryhumane.ca
Calgary Horror Con 2018, Clarion Hotel and Conference Centre, June 2-3, www.horror-con.ca
Calgary Ukrainian Festival, Acadia Recreation Complex, June 2-3, www.calgaryukrainianfestival.ca
The 2018 Calgary Orchid Show, Triwood Community Centre, June 2-3, www.calgaryorchidshow.com
Disability Pride Celebration and Parade, Starts at Bankers Hall, June 3, www.disabilitypridealberta.com
4th Street Lilac Festival, 4th St. S.W. from 13 Ave. to Elbow Drive, June 3, www.lilacfestival.net
23rd Annual Crohn’s and Colitis Canada Gutsy Walk, North Edworthy Park, June 3, www.crohnsandcolitiscanada.akaraisin.com
Walk For Arthritis, Eau Claire Market, June 3, www.tascad.convio.net 
YYC Beer Week, Various locations, June 4-10, www.yycbeerweek.com
Mayor's Environment Expo 2018, Municipal Building Atrium, June 5-7, www.calgary.ca
The 2018 Ignite! Festival of Emerging Artists, The Pumphouse Theatres, June 5-9,
www.sagetheatre.com
Wine & Wishes – An Evening Of Fine Wine & Culinary Delights, Workshop Kitchen, June 7, www.rainbowsociety.ab.ca
10th Annual HOPE for a Cure Run & Walk, North Glenmore Park, Snowy Owl Area, June 9, www.secure.hscevents.ca
High Hopes Challenge, Camp Kindle, Water Valley, Alberta, June 9, www.kidscancercare.ab.ca
Run For Water, St. Patrick's Island Park, June 9, www.runforwater.ca
Betty's Run for ALS 2018, North Glenmore Park, June 10, www.alsab.ca
The SHOPPERS LOVE. YOU. Run for Women, Bowness Park, June 10, www.runforwomen.ca
TELUS Walk to Cure Diabetes- Calgary, Stanley Park, June 10, www.jdrf.akaraisin.com
2018 Jayman BUILT MS Walk, Enmax Stage at Prince's Island Park, June 10, www.mssoc.convio.net
Banff World Media Festival, Fairmont Banff Springs and various locations in Banff, Alberta, June 10-13, www.banffmediafestival.com
Global Petroleum Show, Stampede Park, June 12-14, www.globalpetroleumshow.com 
The Brewer's Apprentice presents Brew Ed., Brewer's Apprentice, June 13, 20, 27, July 4, www.albertabeerfestivals.com/events-services/brew-ed
JazzYYC Summer Festival, Various locations, June 14-17, www.jazzyyc.com
Waterton Wildflower Festival, Waterton Lakes National Park, Alberta, June 14-19, www.mywaterton.ca
City Palate's Pig and Pinot 2018, Hotel Arts, June 15, www.citypalate.ca
East Kootenay Beer Festival, Fairmont Hot Springs Resort, Fairmont Hot Springs, B.C., June 15-16, www.fairmonthotsprings.com
58th Annual Innisfail Professional Rodeo, Daines Rodeo Grounds, Innisfail, Alberta, June 15-17, www.innisfailprorodeo.com   
Neighbour Day 2018, June 16, www.calgary.ca
VegFest Calgary, Shaw Millennium Park, June 16, www.vegfestcalgary.com
Street Meet 2018, Pearce Estate Park Inglewood, June 16, www.upsdowns.org
Canadian Cancer Society Relay For Life Calgary, Crossroads Community Association, June 16, www.convio.cancer.ca
Annual Motorcycle Ride For Dad 2018, First Alliance Church, June 16, www.support.pcff.ca
Do It For Dads Walk Run, Eau Claire Market, June 17, www.prostatecancer.ca
World Partnership Walk, Prince's Island Park, June 17, www.worldpartnershipwalk.com
Ride To Work Day, June 18, www.ridetowork.org Sled Island Festival, Various Locations, June 19-24, www.sledisland.com
POPS in the Park with CPO, Heritage Park Celebration Tent, June 20-21, www.calgaryphil.com
Big Hearted Cowboys, Cowboys Dance Hall, June 21, www.bigheartedcowboys.com   
Guy Weadick Days & WPCA Chuckwagon Racing, High River Agricultural Grounds, High River, Alberta, June 21-24, www.highriverag.com
TEDxYYC 2018, Jack Singer Concert Hall, June 22, www.tedxyyc.ca
Encore 4-on-4 Street Hockey Tournament, Mount Royal University, June 22-24, www.encore4on4.com
20th Annual Water Valley Celtic Festival, Various locations, Water Valley, Alberta, June 23, www.WaterValleyCelticFestival.org
3rd Annual Olds Beer Fest, Olds Regional Exhibition, Olds, Alberta, June 23, www.oldsbeerfest.com  
Southern Alberta Brain Injury Society's Walk & Roll, Bowness Park, June 23, www.calgaryhealthtrust.ca
Marathon of Sport, Mount Royal University, June 23, www.motionball.com
Colour Me Rad, SAIT Polytechnic Parking Lot P1, June 23, www.colormerad.com
PARKSHOW and PARKSALE , George C. King Bridge, June 23-24, www.ourparkonline.com
The Johnson MS Bike Tour- Airdrie to Olds, Start/Finish location is TransCanada Pipelines Service Centre, Airdrie, Alberta, June 23-24, www.mssoc.convio.net
Ride Don’t Hide, Springbank Park for All Seasons, June 24, www.ridedonthide.com
2018 Betty Mitchell Awards, Vertigo Theatre, June 25, www.bettymitchellawards.com
Ponoka Stampede, Stampede Grounds, Ponoka, Alberta, June 26-July 2, www.ponokastampede.com
Airdrie Pro Rodeo, The Rodeo Ranch, 10 kms. West of Airdrie, Alberta, June 28-July 2, www.airdrieprorodeo.net
Shakespeare By The Bow, Prince’s Island Park, June 29-August 19, www.theatrecalgary.com

July

Canada Day Celebrations, Various locations, July 1, www.epicureancalgary.com/canada_day_july_1
PCCN Calgary's Fun in the 50's, Blind Beggar Pub, July 1, www.pccncalgary.org
Make-A-Wish Rope for Hope, Barclay Centre, July 4, www.makeawishsa.ca
Calgary Stampede, Stampede Park and various locations in and around Calgary, July 5-15, www.calgarystampede.com
Mexifest, Eau Claire Plaza, July 6-7, www.mexifest.ca
Vegreville's 45th Annual Ukrainian Pysanka Festival, The Vegreville Country Fair and Exhibition Grounds, Vegreville, Alberta, July 6-8, www.pysankafestival.com
10th Annual Stampede Road Race, Glenmore Track, July 8, www.stampederoadrace.ca 
Tour for Kids Alberta, Calgary through the Canadian Rockies back to Calgary, July 13-15, www.tourforkids.com
Cyclepalooza, Various Locations, July 13-22, www.cyclepalooza.ca
The BIG SLAM, Brewery Flats of Inglewood, July 14, www.bigwinterclassic.com
Westerner Days Fair & Exposition, Westerner Park, Red Deer, Alberta, July 18-22, www.westernerdays.ca
Blue Jays Honda Super Camp, Seaman Stadium, Okotoks, Alberta, July 19-20, www.toronto.bluejays.mlb.com
Calgary Turkish Festival, Eau Claire Market, July 19-22, www.CalgaryTurkishFestival.com
Lawn Summer Nights, Inglewood Lawn Bowling Club, July 19, August 2, 9, 17, www.lawnsummernights.com
Carstairs Beef & Barley Days, Carstairs, Alberta, July 20-22, www.carstairs.ca
Annual Millarville Rodeo, Millarvile Racetrack, Millarvile, Alberta, July 20-22, www.millarvilleracetrack.com
Langdon Days 2018, Langdon, Alberta, July 20-22, www.goodlucktown.ca
South Country Fair, Fish & Game Park, Fort Macleod, Alberta, July 20-22, www.southcountryfair.com
Fiestaval, Olympic Plaza, July 20-22, www.fiestaval.ca
Parks Day & Creekfest, Bow Valley Ranch, Fish Creek Provincial Park, July 21, www.friendsoffishcreek.org
Annual European Classic Car Meet, Stanley Park, July 21, www.vsccc.ca
Taste of Okotoks, Downtown Okotoks, Okotoks, Alberta, July 21, www.okotoks.ca
Calgary Ribfest, Festival Grounds Max Bell Centre, July 21-22, www.calgaryribfest.ca
Lawn Summer Nights, Inglewood Lawn Bowling Club, July 19, August 2, 9, 17, www.lawnsummernights.com
Southern Alberta Ride for Sight 40th Anniversary, Bragg Creek Community Centre, Bragg Creek, Alberta, July 22, www.rideforsight.com
The 131st Annual Medicine Hat Exhibition & Stampede, Medicine Hat Exhibition and Stampede Grounds, Medicine Hat, Alberta, July 25-28, www.mhstampede.com
The Brewer's Apprentice presents Brew Ed., Brewer's Apprentice, July 25, August 1, 8, 15, www.albertabeerfestivals.com
39th Annual Calgary Folk Music Festival, Prince's Island Park, July 26-29, www.calgaryfolkfest.com
Bikes & Bulls, Airdrie Air Park, Balzac, Alberta, July 27-29, www.aoaalberta.com
The Willow Creek Gospel Music Jamboree, Granview Recreation Park, Granum, Alberta, July 27-29, www.gospelmusicjamboree.com
Vul-Con 2018, Vulcan Tourism & Trek Station, Vulcan Arena/Curling Rink, Cultural Recreation Center (CRC), Vulcan, Alberta, July 27-29, www.vulcanconvention.com
CentreFest, Downtown Red Deer, Alberta, July 27-29, www.centrefest.ca
Historic Calgary Week 2018, Various Locations, July 27-August 6, www.historiccalgaryweek.com Chestermere Water Festival, Chestermere Lake and John Peake Park, Chestermere, Alberta, July 28, www.cityofchestermere.wix.com
Packwood Grand, Century Downs Racetrack, Balzac, Alberta, July 28, www.packwoodgrand.com
Pet-A-Palooza, Eau Claire, July 28-29, www.petapaloozawest.com
The Calgary Arab Festival, Olympic Plaza, July 28-29, www.yycarabfest.com
Calgary International Blues Festival, Various locations and Shaw Millenium Park, July 30-August 5, www.calgarybluesfest.com
10th Annual Multiple Miles for Myeloma 5km Walk & 10km Run, South Glenmore Park, July 28, www.southernalbertamyeloma.ca
Rugged Maniac, Spruce Meadows, July 28, www.ruggedmaniac.com
10th Annual Batting Against Breast Cancer Slo-Pitch Tournament, Optimist Athletic Park, July 28, www.prairies-nwt.supportcbcf.com
Calgary Ironman 70.3, Begins at Auburn Bay Lake, July 29, www.ironman.com
Calgary International Blues Festival, Various locations and Shaw Millenium Park, July 30-August 5, www.calgarybluesfest.com

August

Big Valley Jamboree, Camrose, Alberta, August 2-5, www.bigvalleyjamboree.com
2018 Strathmore Stampede, Strathmore, Alberta, August 3-6, www.strathmoreag.com
AKC Summer Classic 2018 Show, Spruce Meadows, August 3-6, www.albertakennelclub.org
2018: A Space Apocalypse, Various locations, August 3-6, www.apocalypsesc.com
The Calgary Fringe Festival, Various locations in Inglewood, August 3-11, www.calgaryfringe.ca   
Inglewood SunFest, 9 Avenue between 11th and 14th St. S.E., August 4, www.inglewoodsunfest.ca
Chasing Summer, The Max Bell Centre Festival Grounds, August 4-5, www.chasingsummerfestival.com
41st Canmore Folk Music Festival, Centennial Park, Canmore, Alberta, August 4-6, www.canmorefolkfestival.com
2018 Le Tour de Bowness, Various Locations, August 4-6, www.tourdebowness.com
Heritage Day Festivities, Heritage Park and Fort Calgary, August 6, www.heritagepark.ca and www.fortcalgary.com
2018 ATB Financial Classic, Country Hills Golf Club - The Talons Course, August 6-12, www.atbfinancialclassic.com
GlobalFest 2018, Various Locations, August 7-25, www.globalfest.ca
Taste of Calgary, Eau Claire Festival Plaza, August 9-12, www.tasteofcalgary.com
Summer Feast, Various locations, August 9-18, www.summerfeast.ca
2018 Southern Alberta Music Festival, Aspen Crossing, Mossleigh, Alberta, August 10-11, www.aspencrossing.com
Calgary Dragon Boat Festival, North Glenmore Park, August 10-12, www.calgarydragonboatsociety.com
When Words Collide, Delta Calgary South, August 10-12, www.whenwordscollide.org
Kanfest 2018, Canoe Meadows, Kananaskis River, Alberta, August 10-12, www.calgarykayakclub.com
Stranded: Water Valley, Water Valley, Alberta, August 10-12, www.kidsupfrontcalgary.com
Wanderlust 108, Fort Calgary, August 11, www.wanderlust.com
Calgary Police Rodeo, Cochrane Rodeo Grounds, Cochrane, Alberta, August 11, www.calgarypolicerodeo.com
Calgary Japanese Festival “Omatsuri”, Max Bell Centre, August 11, www.calgaryjapanesefestival.com Rally 4 Hospice and 10 Years of Caring Gala, Foothills Country Hospice, Okotoks and Gallery on the Green Congress Hall, August 11, www.countryhospice.org  
Spartan Race Calgary Sprint/Super Weekend, Wild Rose MX Park, August 11-12, www.spartan.com Marda Gras Street Festival, Marda Loop, on 33 Ave. S.W. between 18 St. & 22 St. S.W., August 12, www.visitmardaloop.com
Tiny Comedy Show at Scarpetta Italian Eatery, Scarpetta Italian Eatery, August 16, www.facebook.com
16th Annual Jazz At The Lake Festival, Various locations, Sylvan Lake, Alberta, August 17-19, www.jazzatthelake.com
Expo Latino 2018, Prince's Island Park, August 17-19, www.expolatino.com
Country Thunder Alberta 2018, Prairie Winds Park, August 17-19, www.countrythunder.com
2018 Cochrane Fair, The Cochrane Ag Society Park, Cochrane, Alberta, August 17-19, www.cochranefair.com
Shady Grove Bluegrass Festival, Broadway Farms, Township Road 162, 18 km. east of Nanton, Alberta on Highway 533, August 17-19, www.foothillsbluegrass.com
Didsbury Fair And Rodeo, Didsbury Exhibition Grounds, Didsbury, Alberta, August 17-19, www.didsburyagsociety.org
Franco Festival Calgary, Olympic Plaza, August 18, www.francofestcalgary.com
Korean Day Festival, West Hillhurst Community Association and Park, August 18, www.calgarykorea.com 12th Annual Spring Hill Charity Show & Shine, Spring Hill RV Park/Spring Hill Shell Station on the corner of Hwy. 22 & Hwy. 567, 7 km. north of Cochrane, August 18, www.springhillrvpark.ca
TD Chinatown Street Festival 2018, 3rd Ave. and 1 St. S.E., August 18, www.chinatowncalgary.com Annual Sugar Bowl Fundraiser, The Rotary Park Lawn Bowls Club, August 18, www.amberbowerman.ca 111th Annual Priddis and Millarville Fair, Millarville Race Track, Millarville, Alberta, August 18-19, www.millarvilleracetrack.com
2018 The Bearspaw and District Olde Tyme Country Fair, The Cochrane Ag Society Park, Cochrane, Alberta, August 18-19, www.bearspawfair.com
Alberta Open Farm Days, Various locations, August 18-19, www.albertafarmdays.com
The Ride to Conquer Cancer, Foothills of the Rocky Mountains. Start and Finish: Canada Olympic Park, August 18-19, www.ride.conquercancer.ca
Brewery & The Beast– Festival of Meat, Fort Calgary, August 19, www.breweryandthebeast.com Caskapalooza, Craft Beer Market, August 19, www.craftbeermarket.ca
Whoop-Up Days Family Festival, Exhibition Park, Lethbridge, Alberta, August 21-25, www.exhibitionpark.ca
Wildcatters Golf Tournament, Country Hills Golf Club, August 22, www.providencechildren.com
Le Diner en Blanc, Secret location, August 23, www.calgary.dinerenblanc.info
Taber Corn Fest 2018, Confederation Park and surrounding area, Taber, Alberta, August 23-25, www.visittaber.com
Motion Notion 2018, Coldwater Fields Festival Grounds, Merritt, B.C., August 23-27, www.motionnotion.com
Carifest, Olympic Plaza and Shaw Millennium Park, August 24-25, www.carifestcalgary.com
Okotoks Pro Rodeo, Millarville Racing & Agricultural Society, Millarville, Alberta, August 24-26, www.okotoksprorodeo.com
Huckleberry Festival 2018, Castle Mountain Resort, Pincher Creek, Alberta, August 24-26, www.skicastle.ca
Calgary Pride 2018 28th Annual Festival, Various locations, August 24-September 3, www.pridecalgary.ca
Okotoks Chili Fest and Cook Off, Downtown Okotoks (Elizabeth Street), Alberta, August 25, www.okotoks.ca
Night Race, South Glenmore Park, August 25, www.ultranightrun.ca
10th Annual 12 Stop Ride for Recovery Motorcycle Road Rally, Fresh Start Recovery Centre, August 25, www.cause2give.unxvision.com
Ride for the Breath of Life, Departs from Mr. Mikes Steakhouse, Airdrie to Water Valley, Alberta and back to Balzac at Century Downs Casino & Racetrack, August 25, www.cysticfibrosis.ca
Woman2Warrior and Guy2Gladiator, Cor Fit Gym, August 25, www.calgary.woman2warrior.ca
2nd Annual Barley Belt Tap Tour, Village Brewery, Annex Ale Project, Banded Peak Brewing, OT Brewing Company, Born Colorado Brewing, Paddy's Barbecue & Brewery, August 26, www.barleybeltyyc.com
40th Annual Calgary Women's Run, Shouldice Park, August 26, www.calgaryroadrunners.com
Run to the Taps - YYC Craft Beer Run, Start at one of 7 breweries: Toolshed Brewing, Red Bison Brewery, and Common Crown Brewing, Village Brewery, Banded Peak Brewing, Paddy's BBQ and Brewery, and Trolley 5 Brew Pub, August 26, www.stampederoadrace.ca
Paws in the Park – 2018, River Park OFF-LEASH, August 26, www.aarcs.ca
Superhero 5K Fun Run, Western Canada High School, August 26, www.17thave.ca
Friends of CF Golf Classic, The Links of GlenEagles, 100 Gleneagles Drive, Cochrane, Alberta, August 27, www.cysticfibrosis.ca
Shaw Charity Classic, Canyon Meadows Golf & Country Club, August 28-September 2, www.shawcharityclassic.com
The Brewer's Apprentice presents Brew Ed., Brewer's Apprentice, August 28, September 4, 11, 18, www.albertabeerfestivals.com/events-services/brew-ed
Fiesta Filipino YYC, Olympic Plaza, August 31-September 2, www.fiestafilipinoyyc.com
BBQ on the Bow Festival 2018, Montgomery Community Centre/Shouldice Park, August 31-September 2, www.bbqonthebow.com
Waynestock 2018, Last Chance Saloon, Wayne, Alberta, August 31-September 3, www.visitlastchancesaloon.com

September

Calgary Highland Games, Calgary Rugby Union, September 1, www.calgaryhighlandgames.org
Reynolds Alberta Museum Harvest Festival 2018, Reynolds-Alberta Museum, Wetaskiwin, Alberta, September 1-2, www.reynoldsmuseum.ca
Canmore Highland Games, Centennial Park, Canmore, Alberta, September 1-2, www.canmorehighlandgames.ca
52nd Annual Cochrane Lions Club Labour Day Rodeo, Cochrane Lions Rodeo Grounds, Cochrane, Alberta, September 1-3, www.cochrane-tourism.ca
Wonderful World of IPAs Tasting, The Brewer's Apprentice, September 6, www.thebrewersapprentice.com
Great Canadian Beer Festival, Royal Athletic Park, Victoria, B. C., September 7-8, www.gcbf.com
2018 Mountain View Arts Festival, Didsbury, Alberta, September 7-8, www.mountainviewartsfestival.ca Kidney March, Millarville-K Country-Calgary at Canada Olympic Park, September 7-9, www.kidneymarch.ca
CKOC All Breed Show, Crescent Point Regional Field House, Okotoks, Alberta, September 7-10, www.ckoc.com
M:ST 9 Festival, Various locations in Calgary and Lethbridge, September 7-October 7, www.mstfestival.org
Circle Carnival, Shaw Millennium Park, September 8, www.circlecarnival.com
Bust Loose! Brewery Tour, Begins at Mill Street Brewpub, September 8, www.bustloose.com
46th Springbank Old Tyme Fall Fair, Springbank Park For All Seasons, September 8, www.springbank.ab.ca
The Beat Goes On Gala, BMO Palomino Room, September 8, www.libin.ucalgary.ca
29th Annual Chestermere Country Fair, Chestermere Recreation Centre, Chestermere, Alberta, September 8, www.chestermereagriculturalsociety.com
2018 Flexxaire Parkinson Step 'n Stride, South Glenmore Park, September 8, www.parkinsonalberta.ca Walk to Remember, Confederation Park, September 8, www.calgarywalktoremember.ca
2018 South Health Campus Family Fun Run/Walk, South Health Campus, September 8, www.calgaryhealthtrust.ca
Dino Dash, Foothills Track, September 8, www.runyyc.ca
Jail ‘n Bail, AARCS Safe Haven, September 8, www.aarcs.ca
Calgary Produce Marketing Association's Harvest Sale, Heritage Park, September 8-9, www.heritagepark.ca
The Red & White Calgary Fall Comic & Toy Expo, Red & White Club, McMahon Stadium, September 9, www.comicandtoy.ca
Ovarian Cancer Canada Walk of Hope, North Glenmore Park, September 9, www.noca.convio.net
One SMALL Step, Edworthy Park, September 9, www.fundraise.fpwr.ca
Parkinson SuperWalk, Confederation Park, September 9, www.donate.parkinson.ca
Canmore Rocky Mountain Half Marathon, Lawrence Grassi Middle School, Canmore, Alberta, September 9, www.canmorehalfmarathon.ca
Calgary Beer Run, Start/Finish Line, Cold Garden Beverage Company & Ol' Beautiful, September 9, www.canadabeerrun.ca
Run for Rockyview, Behind the Rockyview Hospital, September 12, www.calgaryhealthtrust.ca
Beat Beethoven, East Village River Walk, September 13, calgaryphil.com
Waterton Wildlife Weekend, Waterton Lakes National Park, Waterton, Alberta, September 13-16, www.watertonwildlife.com
37th Annual Alberta Dance Festival; Dancing Home, Victor Mitchell Theatre, The Pumphouse Theatre, September 13-15, 20-22, www.dswlive.ca
Alberta Wilderness Association Wild West Saloon, AWA's Cottage School, September 14, www.albertawilderness.ca
Daraja Foundation's Annual Fundraiser and Gala, The Baron, September 14, www.darajafoundation.com
Ducks Unlimited Chinook Drakes Annual Dinner & Auction, Glenmore Inn, September 14, www.ducks.ca The MASHING - Edmonton, RE/MAX Field, Edmonton, Alberta, September 14-15, www.albertabeerfestivals.com
East Side Studio Crawl, Ramsay and Inglewood Districts, September 15, www.burnsvisualarts.com
EL GRITO Mexican Independence Day Celebration 2018, cSPACE King Edward, September 15, www.casamexico.ca
Cowboys ’n Sleds Charity Hockey Game, Winsport Arena, September 15, www.winsport.ca
New Openings of the Estate Show Homes, Morrison Homes Calgary and Crystal Creek Homes, September 15, www.legacylife.ca
CornerBrook Grand Opening Event, Community of CornerBrook, September 15, www.livecornerbrook.ca
A Feast of Fields, Lambtastic Farm, Vulcan, Alberta, September 15, www.slowfoodcalgary.ca
Walk for Muscular Dystrophy, Bowness Park, September 15, www.muscle.akaraisin.com
Life Without Limits Challenge 2018, Rotary Challenger Park, September 15, www.cpalberta.akaraisin.com
Calgary Artwalk, Throughout Calgary, mainly  Downtown, Inglewood, and the Beltline, September 15-16, www.calgaryartwalk.com
Last of the Summer Beers, The Brewer's Apprentice, September 16, www.thebrewersapprentice.com Calgary Bridal Expo, BMO Centre, Stampede Park, September 16, www.bridalexpo.ca
2018 Motorcycle Toy Run, Century Downs Casino, Balzac, Alberta ending at Crescent Point Regional Fieldhouse, Aldersyde, Alberta, September 16, www.themagicofchristmasmotorcycletoyrun.com
Hustle for the House, Market Mall, September 16, www.rmhcsca.org
Terry Fox Run, Fort Calgary, September 16, www.terryfox.org
Rob Maver’s Guts N Glory Flag Football Tournament, McMahon Stadium,  September 16, www.gutsngloryfootball.ca
Run For Little Ones, Bowness Park, September 16, www.runforlittleones.org
Walk A Mile In Her Shoes, The Palace Theatre, September 18, www.support.ywcalgary.ca
Beakerhead, Various locations, September 19-23, www.beakerhead.com
Calgary International Film Festival, Cineplex Odeon Eau Claire Cinemas, Globe Cinema plus other locations, September 19-30, www.calgaryfilm.com
Uncorking Potential, Ft. Calgary, September 20, www.canlearnsociety.ca
Women of Inspiration Awards 2018, TELUS Conventions Centre, September 20, www.canadianbusinesschicks.com
Lend An Ear: Supporting Distress Centre’s Crisis Services, Crescent Point Energy, September 20, www.distresscentre.com
37th Great American Beer Festival, Colorado Convention Centre, Denver, Colorado, September 20-22, www.greatamericanbeerfestival.com
Calgary Home + Design Show, BMO Centre, September 20-23, www.calgaryfallhomeshow.com
The MASHING, Stampede Grandstand, September 21-22, www.albertabeerfestivals.com
23rd Annual Calgary Creativ Festival WEST, Spruce Meadows Equiplex, September 21-22, www.creativestitchesshow.com
Hopscotch Festival Kelowna 2018, The Kelowna Curling Club, Kelowna, B. C., September 21-22, www.hopscotchfestival.com
FallCon 31, SAIT - Campus Center, September 21-23, www.fallcon.com
YYC Pizza Week, Various locations, September 21-30, www.yycpizzaweek.com
2018 DreamINN Big! Family Gala, Big Four Building, September 22, www.innfromthecold.org
Airdrie's 12th Annual Empty Bowls Arts Festival, Airdrie Food Bank, Airdrie, Alberta, September 22, www.emptybowlsairdrie.com
Calgary Flames Hockey Fun Run, Scotiabank Saddledome, September 22, www.nhl.com/flames
Calgary Basset Waddle, Springbank Pet Resort, September 22, www.calgarybassetrescue.org
Doors Open YYC , Various locations throughout Calgary, September 22-23, www.doorsopenyyc.org
YYC Music Awards, The Palace Theatre, September 23, www.yycmusicawards.com
Fashion with Compassion Glamour Gala and Fashion Show, Hyatt Regency Hotel, September 23, www.bcscf.com
Calgary Heartbeat Run, Fish Creek Exchange in Shawnee Park, September 23, www.heartbeatrun.ca
Strides for Melanoma Walk for Awareness, Sandy Beach Park, September 23, www.melanomanetwork.akaraisin.com
2018 Walk N' Wag, River Park, September 23, www.arf.ab.ca
Calgary AIDS Walk and Run, Eau Claire Plaza, September 23, www.calgaryaidswalk.ca
Bladder Cancer Awareness Walk & Fun Run, Bowness Park, September 23, www.bladdercancercanada.akaraisin.com
International Pipeline Expo and Conference, Telus Convention Centre, North Building, September 24-28, www.internationalpipelineexposition.com 2018 Prairie Grid Dinner Series: From Dawn to Dusk, Al Azhar Shriners Fezdome, September 27, www.eatnorth.com
Flights of Fancy , Alberta Wilderness Association, September 27, www.aiwc.ca
Annual Okanagan Fall Wine Festival, Okanagan Wine Country, B.C., September 27-October 7, www.secure.thewinefestivals.com
5th Annual A Taste of Autumn – Wine & Beer Tasting and Silent Auction Fundraiser, Canyon Meadows Golf & Country Club, September 28, www.friendsoffishcreek.org
Children’s Wish Heroes Challenge, Calgary Shrine Centre, September 28, www.childrenswish.akaraisin.com
Banff Whisky Experience, Banff Park Lodge, Banff, Alberta, September 28-29, www.banffwhiskyexperience.com
Alberta Culture Days, Various locations throughout Alberta, September 28-30, www.culture.alberta.ca
The New Earth Expo, September 28-30, Big Four Building, www.thenewearthexpo.com
Unnecessary Farce, Victor Mitchell Theatre, Pumphouse Theatre, September 28–October 6, www.morpheustheatre.ca
Never Give Up Gala, Hyatt Regency, September 29, www.woodshomes.ca
The Cochrane Outhouse Races, Main Street, Cochrane, Alberta, September 29, www.heavenlyouthouse.com
Taste of the Neighbourhood 2018, West Hillhurst Community Centre, September 29, www.ca.apm.activecommunities.com/whca
PARKLUXE, Brookfield Place, September 29, www.ourparkonline.com
18th Annual Harvest Half Marathon, Mid-Sun Community Center, September 29, www.harvesthalfmarathon.com
Believe in the Gold Run For Childhood Cancer, Eau Claire Market, September 29, www.believeinthegold.com
The Calgary Baby and Tot Show, BMO Centre, Hall E, September 29-30, www.calgarybabyshow.ca Carnival Cocktails for Cancer, Hotel Arts, September 30, www.carnivalcocktails.ca
CIBC Run for the Cure, Southcentre Mall, September 30, www.cibcrunforthecure.supportcbcf.com
Wild Run, Starting and finishing at the Calgary Zoo North Lot, September 30, www.runyyc.ca/wildrun

October

Hallowe'en Events, Various locations, October 1-November 10, www.epicureancalgary.com/halloween
28th Annual Investors Group Alzheimer Walk & Run, Eau Claire Market, October 7, www.alzheimercalgary.ca  
Wordfest 2018, Various locations, October 8-15, www.wordfest.com
CUPS Christmas Wreath Campaign, Various locations, October 10-December 12, www.cupscalgary.com
Dinner for Doors 2018, Hudson Sixth Floor, October 11, www.accessiblehousing.ca
Fall For These Beers, The Brewer's Apprentice, October 11, www.thebrewersapprentice.com
Wide Cut Weekend, Various locations, October 11-13, www.widecutweekend.com
FRESHTIVAL 2018 Ski Film Festival, The Globe Theatre, October 11-13, www.freshtival.ca
Rocky Mountain Wine & Food Festival, BMO Centre, Halls D & E, October 12-13, www.rockymountainwine.com
The Calgary Tattoo & Arts Festival, BMO Centre A/B/C, October 12-14, www.albertatattooshows.com
NorthYeast BrewFest, Crossroads Community Association, October 13, www.picatic.com
Tiny Footprints Gala, Metropolitan Conference Centre, October 13, www.calgaryhealthtrust.ca
HempFest Cannabis Expo Calgary, Big Four Building, October 13-14, www.hempfestcalgary.com
Calgary National Bank Challenger, OSTEN & VICTOR Alberta Tennis Centre, October 13-21, www.calgary.challengerbanquenationale.com
2018 Calgary Heartbeat Run, Eau Claire Market, October 14, www.heartbeats.ca
Calgary Blues Music Association Road to Memphis Blues Challenge, Mikey's on 12th, October 14, 28, November 4, www.calgarybluesfest.com
The Eric Francis Pizza Pigout, Cowboys Dancehall, October 18, www.ericfrancispizzapigout.com
The 2018 JDRF Revolution Ride to Defeat Diabetes-2018 Calgary Ride10, The Palace Theatre, October 18, www.jdrf.akaraisin.com
Fluid Movement Arts Festival, DJD Dance Centre and cSPACE King Edward, October 18-November 3, www.springboardperformance.com
Edmonton Rocky Mountain Wine & Food Festival, Shaw Conference Centre, Edmonton, Alberta, October 19-20, www.rockymountainwine.com
The Rocky Mountain Smokeout, Stoney Nakoda Resort and Casino, Kananaskis, Alberta, October 19-20, www.rockymountainsmokeout.ca
Rocky Mountain Dancesport Grand Prix, Hyatt Regency Calgary, October 19-21, www.dancesportgrandprix.com
Ninth Annual Calgary Gem, Mineral, Fossil and Jewellery Show, Big Four, October 19-21, www.calgarygemshow.com
Alberta Beer Week, Various locations in Alberta, October 19-27, www.alberta.beer
Boobyball Presents: Wild West, Hotel Arts, October 20, www.boobyball.rethinkbreastcancer.com
The 9th Annual Penticton Oktoberfest , Penticton Lakeside Resort and Conference Centre, Penticton, B.C., October 20, www.pentictonoktoberfest.ca
2018 Cocktails for Critters Fundraiser, The Westin Calgary, October 20, www.calgaryhumane.ca
Annual Starry Night Fundraiser, Gerry Thomas Gallery, October 20, www.matteoshaferlegacy.com Halloween Howl Calgary 2018, Eau Claire Market, October 20, www.albertadiabetesfoundation.com
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Of Canada's Light The Night Walk, Eau Claire Festival Market, October 20, www.lightthenight.ca
The Calgary Woman's Show, BMO Centre, October 20-21, www.calgarywomansshow.com
Calgary Reptile Expo, Mid-Sun Community Association, October 20-21, www.albertareptilesociety.org Venezuelan Culture Days, Various locations, October 20-28, www.venezuelandays.com
Don't Be Afraid of the Dark, The Brewer's Apprentice, October 21, www.thebrewersapprentice.com
The Calgary Music Collectors Show, Acadia Rec Complex, October 21, www.toonorthrecords.com
Kathy's Run for Pancreatic Cancer, South Glenmore Park, October 21, www.kathysrun.com
The Art of Leadership for Women, Calgary Telus Convention Centre, October 22, www.theartof.com Tap'd Out Food and Beverage Festival, Willow Park Wines & Spirits, October 24, www.parkinsonassociation.ca
2018 Canadian Women's Foundation Breakfast in Calgary, Hyatt Regency Calgary, October 25, www.canadianwomen.org
The Alberta Business Hall of Fame - Southern Alberta Gala Dinner and Induction Ceremony, Calgary Hyatt Regency, October 25, www.south.abhf.ca    
Seventh Annual Ag for Life Harvest Gala, Congress Hall, Spruce Meadows, October 26, www.agricultureforlife.ca
Building Hope for Kids Gala; A Night in New Orleans, Calgary TELUS Convention Centre, October 27, www.childrenshospital.ab.ca
Splash of Red Gala, Glencoe Club, October 27, www.boysandgirlsclubsofcalgary.ca
Dash of Doom, Eau Claire Market’s Festival Place, October 27, www.runcalgary.com
Banff Centre Mountain Film and Book Festival, Various locations, Banff, Alberta, October 27-November 4, www.banffcentre.ca
The Canadian Restaurant & Bar Show, The International Centre, Hall 5, Mississauga, Ontario, October 28-29, www.crbshow.ca
Stampeders Ambassadors Charity Poker Tournament, Grey Eagle Resort & Casino, October 29, www.stampeders.com
Reuben and the Dark - Arms of a Dream Fall Tour, Jack Singer Concert Hall, October 30, www.artscommons.ca
Charity Auction Week, Willow Park Wines & Spirits, October 30-November 3, www.willowpark.net

November

Holiday Season Events, Various Locations, November 1, 2018- January 6, 2019, www.epicureancalgary.com/holiday_season_events
Canada’s Great Kitchen Party, Telus Convention Centre, November 1, www.greatkitchenparty.com
Calgary Stampede Foundation Fundraiser, Palomino Room, BMO Centre, November 1, www.foundation.calgarystampede.com   
18th Annual Jewish Film Festival, Calgary Beth Tzedec Synagogue, November 1-18, www.bethtzedec.ca 34th Annual Fall Funtasia, Hotel Arts, November 2, www.foothillsacademy.org
Lit Gala, New Central Library, November 2, www.thelitgala.ca
Annual "Hockey Helps the Homeless" Tournament, WinSport Arena (Canada Olympic Park), November 2, www.tournament.hhth.com
The 17th Annual East Kootenay Wine Festival, Fairmont Hot Spring Resort, Fairmont Hot Springs, B.C., November 2-3, www.fairmonthotsprings.com
World of Whisky Festival, Palomino Ball Room, BMO Centre, November 3, www.coopwinespiritsbeer.com
Rich Man Poor Man Dinner, Markin MacPhail Centre, Winsport, November 3, www.richmanpoorman.ca The Calgary European Film Festival (CEFF), Globe Cinema, November 3-11, www.CalgaryEuropeanFilmFestival.ca
Bowling for Brains- Aneurysm Fundraiser, National on 10th, November 4, www.calgaryhealthtrust.ca Buildex Calgary, BMO Centre, November 7-8, www.buildexcalgary.com
Canadian Jazz Festival, Various locations, November 8-11, www.jazzyyc.com
Whistler Cornucopia, Whistler, B.C., November 8-18, www.whistlercornucopia.com
SouthYeast Brew Fest, Acadia Recreation Complex (the ARC), November 10, www.acadiaca.com
Last Chance Half Marathon, Eau Claire Market, November 10, www.bethereraces.com
The Franchise Expo, TELUS Convention Centre, November 10-11, www.franchiseshowinfo.com
Marda Loop Justice Film Festival, River Park Church Auditorium, Plaza Theatre, and Performance Hall, New Calgary Public Central Library, November 13-18, www.justicefilmfestival.ca
Casks For A Cause 2018, Pig & Duke Neighbourhood Pub, November 14, www.yycbeer.ca
Tap'd Out - Wine Event, Willow Park Wines & Spirits, November 14, www.parkinsonassociation.ca
Tiny Comedy Show at Scarpetta Italian Eatery, Scarpetta Italian Eatery, November 15, www.facebook.com/events/285329772312096
Femme Wave, Various locations, November 15-18, www.femmewave.com
The Grape Escape, BMO Centre Hall A & B, November 16-17, www.coopwinespiritsbeer.com
Cowboys Blue Ball in Support of Men's Health & Prostate Cancer Centre of Calgary, Cowboys Dance Hal, November 16, www.showpass.com/theblueball2ndannual
RenBREW Fest, Renfrew Community Association, November 17, www.renfrewyyc.ca
Empowering Minds: 2018 Live & Unsigned Talent Show & Silent Auction, Bella Concert Hall, Mount Royal University, November 17, www.empoweringminds.org
Mutts, Meows & Martinis, National on 8th, November 17, www.aarcs.ca
Sight Night, Eau Claire Market, November 17, www.asrab.ab.ca
Pumpkin-Free Fall Beers, The Brewer's Apprentice, November 18, www.thebrewersapprentice.com/events
Decidedly Jazz Danceworks Dance Class Marathon, Decidedly Jazz Danceworks, November 18, www.decidedlyjazz.com
Hopscotch Festival, The PNE Forum, Vancouver, B.C., November 19-25, www.hopscotchfestival.com YWHISPER Fundraising Gala, Calgary TELUS Convention Centre, November 20, www.ywcaofcalgary.com Grey Cup Festival, Various locations, Edmonton, Alberta, November 21-25, www.greycupfestival.ca
Dinner in the Dark, TELUS Spark, November 22, www.lutw.org
Banff Craft Beer Festival, Cave and Basin, Banff, Alberta, November 22-24, www.albertabeerfestivals.com
Taboo Naughty But Nice Sex Show, BMO Centre, November 22-25, www.tabooshow.com
GIRAF14 Festival of Independent Animation, Globe Cinema, November 22-25, www.GirafFest.ca
Taste of Home Gala, Westin Hotel, November 23, www.rmhcsca.org
BIG Brunch, The Westin Calgary, November 24, www.bbbscalgary.ca
Great Sweater Run, South Glenmore Park, November 24, www.thegreatsweaterrun.ca
Lake Louise FIS World Cup, The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise and The Lake Louise Ski Area, Lake Louise, Alberta, November 24-December 2, www.lakelouisealpineskiworldcup.com
CUFF.Docs 2018, The Globe Cinema, November 28-Devember 2, www.calgaryundergroundfilm.org
An Evening With Alec Baldwin, Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium, November 30, www.owenhartfoundation.org 
Canadian Folk Music Awards, The Gateway at the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology, November 30-December 1, www.folkawards.ca

December

FunnyFest COMEDY Series, Dog & Duck Pub, December 1, www.funnyfest.com
Santa Shuffle Fun Run & Elf Walk, Eau Claire Festival Market, December 1, www.santashuffle.ca Viessmann Luge World Cup and the Viessmann Team Relay World Cup, Luge Track at Winsport's Canada Olympic Park, December 7–8, www.luge.ca
One Bad Apple: The Queen, Snow White and the Evil Red Delicious, Victor Mitchell Theatre, Pumphouse Theatre, December 7–15, www.morpheustheatre.ca Annual Angus Cattle Run!, The Arches at Eau Claire Market, December 14, www.amblewithangus.com
Mac's Midget Tournament, Various Arenas, December 26, 2018-January 1, 2019, www.macstournament.ab.ca
New Year's Eve Events, Various Locations, December 31, www.epicureancalgary.com/new_years_eve_events
34th Annual Resolution Run, Eau Claire Market, December 31, www.resolutionrun.ca