Calgary Events: February 13-19

Music festivals, art markets, Family Day, and more

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Krista Sylvester
February 13, 2024

Happy Tuesday, friends. Music fests, Lunar New Year celebrations, arts, and markets are just the tip of the iceberg this week. We’d love to know what you think with a review down below. If you know of an upcoming event that we should include in next week’s list, send it our way at [email protected].

On our radar

🎙️ National Music Centre “Pass the Mic” Black History Month: On Feb 27, multiple generations of Black Canadian artists are coming to the stage curated and hosted by Master T, including Liberty Silver, Calgary's poet laureate Wakefield Brewster, and Canadian-Nigerian singer-producer Nonso Amadi.

📷 Worthy Woman Photography Exhibition: On March 9, this music, food, art, and photo exhibit celebrates 35 Calgary women and their personal stories featuring captivating portraits and emotionally engaging stories of women who share their perspectives.

🎭 Beautiful Man: Tickets are now on sale for this Alberta Premiere theatre production playing Feb 29 to March 10 at Motel Theatre in Arts Commons, co-presented by Downstage, Handsome Alice and Verb Theatre.

🍷 Winefest 2024: The largest wine festival in Alberta is less than one month away from welcoming Calgarians to explore the world of wine on March 1 and 2 at the BMO Centre - Stampede Park.

🎭 Hairspray: Tickets are now on sale for the popular Broadway musical Hairspray coming to Calgary for a week on March 14 at the Jubilee.

📽️ The 21st Calgary Underground Film Festival: Taking place April 18-28, this massive 11-day festival is set to bring a variety of filmmakers to the city while highlighting a slate of edgy and thought-provoking films.

Happening this week and weekend

Thursday to Saturday | Various times | Various locations

Powered by ATB and the Calgary Folk Music Festival, Block Heater 2024 returns to reignite your soul this winter with its ninth edition bringing a stellar array of artists to multiple inner-city venues.

Thursday to Saturday | 5-10 / 4-10 / 11-4 | Municipal Hall Atrium

An opportunity for local creative entrepreneurs, artists, and makers to sell and showcase their work. Visitors can expect amazing tunes spun by local DJs, art installations, a "broken / heart" photo-booth, make-up/break-up lounge, card creation station and 50+ vendors offering some of the most unique, locally made goods for that special (or not so special) someone.

Monday | Various times | National Music Centre

The National Music Centre is hosting a free family fun event and The Buckleys concert on Feb 19 in honour of Family Day.

Enjoy a home game between the Calgary Wranglers and the Manitoba Moose at the Saddledome. [$39+] 

Galentine's Paint Night | Wednesday | 6-8pm

With art instructors, music, and an opportunity to meet your new BFF, get into the Galentine's spirit with this paint night in a welcoming Western atmosphere at Ranchman’s. [$39] 

One Big JAM Interactive Music | Wednesday | 11:30am-1:30pm

Head over to the Alcove Centre for the Arts to enjoy an interactive live music performance by One Big JAM and Priscilla Cherry with complimentary tea and refreshments. [Free] 

Haiku Writing Workshop | Thursday | 6:30-8:30pm

Learn the history of Haiku and try writing traditional Japanese poetry with Zack Beer at Fort Calgary. Register online. [$15] 

Puppy Party | Friday | 1-5pm

Looking to add a furry friend to the family? Stop by the Calgary Humane Society to meet puppies who are ready for their forever home—or just visit for some cuddles! [Free] 

Experience a powerful fusion of reiki, sound, cacao and intention as participants embark on a transformative journey guided by Blue Lotus Cacao. [$66] 

The Palomino Smokehouse and Social Club is hosting Toxic Fem for an album release with bands like Harsh, Dial Up and Adoption. [$16] 

Fishtival at Bow Habitat Station | Saturday | 9:30am-4pm 

Celebrate Alberta’s fish and icy waters in this annual event where participants can engage, create, and connect with the community and wildlife experts. [$8+]

Huge Indoor Garage Sale | Saturday | 11am-3pm 

With all proceeds going to Light4 Disability Society, the Genesis Centre is hosting the largest indoor garage sale with over 60+ vendors. This event is cash only and remember to bring reusable bags. [$1 Admission] 

Taking place in the main hall of the Renfrew Community Association, Black Sheep Collective is hosting its second annual market for the weird and wonderful. [Free] 

Vision Board Workshop | Saturday | 1-4pm 

In this Vision Board Workshop, Instructor Alex Troniak uses her years of experience and expertise to lead the group in a meditation followed by the creation of vision boards. [$30] 

Access Bars® Workshop | Sunday | 9:45am

Enjoy a one-day workshop with Access Bars® to gain practical tools for stress relief and burnout prevention in this powerful hands-on technique taught by Julie Kaukinen and taking place in Midnapore. [$450] 

Tom Phillips and Tim Leacock will be performing live at Asylum for Art where attendees can have a delicious brunch and enjoy $7 mimosas while listening to live music. [Admission by donation] 

A Night of Elvis! | Sunday | 6pm

Elvis will be at Big Al’s Bar & Grill via Alessandro Votta, who is an Italian-born performer who hopes to share his unconditional love and passion for the late artist. [$18] 

Schanks Family Fun Day | Monday | 1-5pm  

Head over to Schanks Sports Grill to enjoy half-priced games, $5 mini donuts and more for this one-day family-friendly event. [Free to attend] 

Activate Fitness Arcade | Monday | 3-5pm  

Embark on an electrifying adventure at Activate Fitness Arcade with planned game challenges intended to blend strategy and excitement. [$33+] 

Ongoing

The Military Museum is hosting an exhibition in its atrium to honour black Canadian soldiers until Feb 29. The exhibition aims to showcase the valuable role and sacrifices made by Black Canadian soldiers from the First World War to the present day.

Hygge Hut on River Walk | Until March | East Village

The Hygge Hut is a contemporary, Scandinavian-style space inspired by the Danish idea of Hygge, which means a special kind of well-being. It’s a cozy, easy togetherness enhanced by the glow of a fire pit, soft lighting, a warm drink and good company.

The Calgary Zoo Penguin Walk | Until March 15 | Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo

Since their arrival in 2012, the penguins have become a visitor favourite and once again Calgarians are invited to walk with the king penguins daily at 10:30am, depending on weather.

WinSport Servus Tube Park | Until March 17 | WinSport (Canada Olympic Park)

It is the perfect activity to enjoy with family and friends as you spend a day at WinSport’s Tube Park, which is one of the fastest of its kind in Western Canada.

Get ready to be transported back to summer with a show that celebrates the iconic Beach Boys and their timeless sound. Did we mention the three-course dinner and all-night improv entertainment?

Nightrise | Until March 31 | Sulphur Mountain

Sulphur Mountain’s summit is transformed after dark through four digital art installations. Vibrant lighting, multimedia effects, video projections, and music bring the mountaintop to life in a new and unexpected way.

Rock the Nation: | Until April 28 | Studio Bell

This popular event features electrifying performances of beloved Canadian songs with over 60 years of Canadian music hits that you’ll be sure to know and singalong to.

Moment Factory's Mirror Mirror | Indefinitely | CF Chinook Centre

Opening on Feb 2, this innovative sensory exploration takes viewers into a world that blurs the boundaries between reality and imagination with nine immersive art installations.

That’s it!

Thanks for checking in this week. Hope you found something good to add to your calendar. Thanks for letting us be your tour guide! See you next week? Same time, same place.

✌️ TWIC (from the Calgary Citizen team)

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