Festivals and Events in Calgary: 2026–2027 Calendar
The festivals, parades, fairs and big annual events of Calgary, month by month. Where the organisers have announced the next dates they are shown with the source; otherwise the usual month is given.
November
Calgary Christmas Market
The International Christmas Market at Spruce Meadows in 2026 runs on select weekends, with the first set of dates being November 13–15.
April
Calgary Comic & Entertainment Expo
The Calgary Expo is the ultimate celebration of fandom and Western Canada's biggest pop culture expo, returning to Stampede Park for a four-day weekend.
May
Calgary International Beerfest
The Calgary International Beerfest is a multi-day event featuring craft beer sampling, with VIP and general admission sessions.
Calgary Marathon
The Beneva Calgary Marathon Race Weekend is Canada's longest running marathon, taking place over a weekend.
June
Lilac Festival
Calgary's vibrant Lilac Festival is a large street festival on 4th Street SW, featuring live music and entertainment.
Sled Island Music & Arts Festival
Sled Island is a multi-venue music and arts festival taking place in Calgary, Alberta each June, with the next edition scheduled for June 16 - 20, 2027.
July
Calgary Stampede
The Calgary Stampede is a 10-day event featuring rodeo, concerts, contests, and events, described as 'The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth'.
Calgary Folk Music Festival
The 48th Calgary Folk Music Festival is a four-day family-friendly cultural and musical extravaganza returning to Prince's Island Park.
Calgary Exhibition and Stampede Parade
The Calgary Stampede is an annual ten-day rodeo, exhibition, and festival held every July. The 2027 edition runs from July 9 to July 18.
Canada Day at Fort Calgary
The city's main public celebration for Canada's birthday, featuring family activities, live music, and fireworks.
August
GlobalFest
A multicultural festival culminating in one of North America's largest fireworks competitions, plus cultural pavilions and food.
Calgary Pride Festival & Parade
A multi-day celebration of Calgary's LGBTQ2S+ community, culminating in a vibrant parade through the city centre.
September
Calgary International Film Festival (CIFF)
An annual showcase of over 200 films from Canada and around the world, including features, documentaries, and shorts.
Calgary Highland Games
A celebration of Scottish culture featuring traditional heavy athletics, Highland dancing, pipe bands, and Celtic music.
Places in Calgary
Events in other cities
Dates are only shown when the organiser or a news report has published them, with the source linked. Events change: confirm with the organiser before you travel.