Event
Calendar
See and be seen at these upcoming
can’t-miss events in Calgary
BILL BROOKS BENEFIT January 27, 2017
This isn’t your typical fundraiser! This annual event for prostate
cancer is going out with a bang after 19 years with one final themed
party. It’s always a fun time with costumes, food, cocktails, live and
DJ music, and a silent auction. Dress to impress at “The Billy Horror
Picture Show.” www.calgaryhealthtrust.ca
December 10, 2016
The Owen Hart Foundation’s annual fundraiser for their
humanitarian projects is known for bringing in high-profile
entertainers for an exclusive evening, and this year is no
exception. www.owenhartfoundation.com
NIGHT WITH THE STARS
February 26, 2017
Celebrate the biggest night in Hollywood
at one of Calgary’s most star-studded
fundraisers. Dress in your most red
carpet-worthy tux or gown, enjoy food,
drinks, and a silent auction, and then
settle in to watch the Academy Awards on
the big screen. www.theatrecalgary.com
OXFORD STOMP
SEPTEMBER SHINDIG
Everyone knows a Stampede
party is the best kind of
party, and this is one for
the who’s who of Calgary.
Toss on a cowboy hat, grab
a beer and beef-on-a-bun,
and sing along to a series of
big-name musical headliners.
www.oxfordstomp.com
Yeehaw! Heritage Park’s
annual fundraiser is like a mini
Stampede with the full level of
party. Enjoy rodeo acts including
bucking broncos, bull riding, and
mutton busting, a thrilling live
auction, midway rides, fortune
tellers, food, drinks, and more.
www.heritagepark.ca
July 14, 2017
September 16, 2017
CALGARY INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL
September 20 - October 1, 2017
Tens of thousands of fans attend this film festival every year, and
you don’t want to miss the opening night gala. A red carpet, drinks,
music, filmmakers, and a premiere screening make for a glitzy
night out. www.calgaryfilm.com
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THE ESSENTIAL CALGARY 2016/17
THE GATHERING February 22 - 25, 2017
This high-profile conference isn’t a bunch of dull, repetitive
workshops. It features energetic, captivating speakers and
honourees from some of the top brands in the world — including
Airbnb, Mountain Dew, New York Yankees, and Canada G oose —
who will leave you feeling inspired and with practical ideas to
increase the presence of your brand. The event culminates with a
series of music performances at The Gathering’s own music festival.
www.cultgathering.com
CELEBRITY HORS
D’OEUVRES April 8, 2017
Mingle with the who’s who of
Calgary while enjoying wine
pairings and hors d’oeuvres
prepared by chefs from the city’s
top restaurants — all in support of
Alberta Theatre Projects. Be sure to
check out ATP’s full season lineup
which features plays by Canadian
writers for Canada’s 150th birthday
celebrations. www.atplive.com
CANADIAN
INTERNATIONAL
FASHION FILM
FESTIVAL
Summer 2017
After a successful inaugural
year in 2016, CANIFFF is
back with a showcase of
fashion films by artists from
across Canada, gala events,
workshops, and guest
speakers. www.canifff.com
PARKLUXE 2017
September 2017
The city’s premiere
fashion show pulls out
all the stops with pop-up
shops, live music, swanky
drinks, guests dressed to
the nines, and a stunning
catwalk featuring
looks from established
local and international
designers and retailers.
www.ourparkonline.com
PHOTOGRAPHS: (CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT) BY JAMES O’MARA, COURTESY THE EVENT GROUP; COURTESY THE CULT GATHERING; BY KELLY HOFER; COURTESY THEATRE CALGARY
AN EVENING WITH ELVIS COSTELLO