Calgary Events: Sept 17-23

We have a question for our readers

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Krista Sylvester
September 17, 2024

Dear readers, we were thinking about changing things up a bit starting next week by publishing this events newsletter on Wednesdays instead of Tuesdays. For those of you already subscribed to the Calgary Citizen, you already see us in your inbox Tuesday morning (and if you don’t, subscribe here!).

Plus, Wednesdays seem like the perfect day of the week to start planning out your weekend. So we’re going to try it out next week. We would love to hear your feedback at [email protected].

Editor’s note: We do our best to provide the most updated information but we encourage you to check ahead of time in case there have been changes to the event details.

A quick peek at the next couple of weeks

🥌 2024 Curling Canada Pointsbet Invitational: Gear up for the excitement of the 2024 Curling Canada Pointsbet Invitational as 16 men’s and 16 women’s teams from Canada vie for victory in a thrilling sudden-death single-knockout format. Sept 25-29 at Winsport

🚨 Night Light: Enjoy this new three-night celebration of curated light, art, and performance that transforms the Victoria Park community into an incredible art display. Sept 26-28 in Victoria Park 

On our radar

⚽️ Cavalry FC vs. Vancouver FC: Don’t miss out on the action as Cavalry FC takes on Vancouver FC at ATCO Field for their second last home match of the season. Sept 28 at Spruce Meadows 

📚️ Wordfest Presents Imaginarium: Savour your favourite returning authors. Sample breakout stars. Devour the intimate, inspired pairings. Relish the variety and talk shows, storytelling and poetry events, and the return of Literary Death Match. Oct 16-21 at various locations

Plan ahead

 🧡 National Day for Truth and Reconciliation: There are dozens of events across the city over the week from powwows to panels to “Orange Shirt Day” so plan ahead. Sept 30 and beyond at various locations

Happening this week and weekend

🎭️ Come From Away 

Tuesday until Sunday | Jubilee Auditorium | Assorted times

The popular Broadway Across Canada show about the true story of the small Eastern Canadian town that welcomed the world is making its much-anticipated return to Calgary.

Thursday until Sept 29 | Various theatres | Various times

Celebrating its 25th anniversary with more than 200 films, there is no shortage of new and exciting things happening this year. The Opening Gala returns to the Jack Singer Concert Hall at Arts Commons on Thursday, featuring the Calgary-shot feature film The Thicket, produced by Calgary-based Nomadic Pictures.

Friday until Tuesday | TELUS Science Centre | Various times

This year, this popular art and science installation event is offering attendees the option of enjoying a daytime experience suited for families or exploring the event after dark with two premium night events. 

Energy Tech Night | Wednesday | 5-8pm

This networking event taking place at the Palace Theatre is designed for startups, venture groups, and the finance community where attendees can catch up on the latest in tech innovation while enjoying access to live demos, free beer and Q&A sessions with energy experts plus so much more. [$50]

Join Woolf’s Voices founder Adrienne Adams at the Alcove Centre for the Arts for an all ages evening of creativity, poetry, music and more while featuring some of Calgary’s finest poets. [By donation]

Experience the unique talents of magicians Ryan Piling and Malcolm Russell at the cozy Theatre 1308 where audiences can expect to be dazzled by a different guest performer once per month. [$20]

Canine Blood Donor Clinic | Thursday | 9am-1pm

Petfinity, Petzoic Vet, and the Canadian Animal Blood Bank have collaborated to host a canine blood donation clinic where pet parents can register their larger dogs weighing over 55 pounds aged 1-8 for a 30-minute donation appointment with donor perks such as complimentary testing for heartworm and blood-borne diseases, blood donor tag, bandana, and more. [Free with registration]

The newest WINS Thrift Store is opening near Chinook Mall and they’re hosting an ’80s themed community day to celebrate the grand opening of the retail store and program centre where shoppers can enjoy games, treats, raffle prizes and a Human Library. [Free to attend]

This live speaking event taking place at the Fish Creek Environmental Learning Centre is free for members of Friends of Fish Creek and features the best-selling author Dale Leckie and his newest book that educates and encourages fellow Calgarians to explore the vast Albertan landscape. [Non-member $12]

FAHR Oktoberfest 2024 | Friday | 5:30pm

Dress to impress in lederhosen and dirndls to attend this festive party taking place at the Grey Eagle Event Centre where attendees can enjoy German delicacies like bratwurst and pretzels while enjoying traditional live polka bands and participating in contests. [Starting at $48]

Join the Alberta Network of Immigrant Women to celebrate cultural richness at the White Diamond Conference Centre at this adult only mix and mingle event featuring inspirational stories, delicious food, and live entertainment accompanied with a dance floor. [$87]

Don’t miss this all ages, standing room only show happening at MacEwan Hall where MRG Live presents Klash of the Titans: Testament and Kreator featuring special guests Possessed. [Starting at $74]

Monster Colour 5K  | Saturday | 9am

Make unforgettable memories at this colourful 5K walk and run that is designed for all ages and fitness levels where a live DJ, vibrant colours, and playful energy keep the party moving as attendees take selfies with the inflatable monsters while navigating the strange and wonderful obstacle course. [$20-$60]

Learn to embrace public speaking confidently with Grand Komanda in this short experience designed to provide attendees with tips and tricks from several accomplished individuals on speaking in front of groups. [$100]

Swathi Thirunal Festival | Saturday | 4-8pm

Shane Homes and the Sri Anagha Datta Society of Calgary are excited to host a vibrant celebration in honour of the musical legacy of composer Maharaja Swathi Thirunal with beautifully choreographed dances to accompany these legendary compositions. [$23]

Fall Equinox Spirit Fair | Sunday | 10am-5pm

Celebrate the Fall Equinox with Spirit Fair YYC at the Glenmore Inn & Convention Centre for a family-friendly day of positive energy, healing crystals, holistic products and spiritual connection with like-minded people. [$5]

The Italian Centre Shop is excited to welcome author and celebrity chef David Rocco for a delicious afternoon of authentic Italian-made cheese, pasta, and sauce samples where attendees can purchase a copy of David’s newest book and get it signed on the spot. [Free to attend]

Start the week off with a home game between the Calgary Flames and the Edmonton Oilers at the Scotiabank Saddledome and cheer on your favourite team in person. [Starting at $42]

Ongoing

#YYCBlockParty | Until Sept 26 | Deerfoot City

There’s a summer long party at Deerfoot City and there’s still plenty of fun to be had! Dust off your roller skates and let the good times roll at the fourth annual #YYCBlockParty, featuring a 100-foot outdoor roller rink amongst a giant street mural—and so much more.

Fly through a technicolour nebula, kick up dust on the moon, and witness Saturn’s rings up close in this out-of-this-world immersive experience. Explore the galaxy through the James Webb telescope with this unique space exploration encounter.

More Greased | Until Oct 19 | Jubilations dinner theatre

Sandy and Danny may have graduated, but there is still plenty of grease to go ‘round. Head to Jubilations to enjoy the bygone days of sock hops and bobby socks, soda jerks and super nerds—and most of all—greasers. It’s that first era of rock and roll music with the songs we all know and love.

From Me to You: The Beatles in Canada 1964-1966 | Until Jan 5 | National Music Centre

A nostalgic tribute to the band's transformative years upon arriving in Canada for the first time, this display captures the cultural landscape of Canada in the 1960s, and the frenzied excitement of Beatlemania that swept across the country.

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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