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BY RACHAEL FREY

SLED ISLAND

JUNE 20 - 24 This multi-genre , alternative music fest truly has something for everyone , from pysch rock legends The Flaming Lips to snarling garage-punkers Ancient Pig . This year ’ s guest curator is the influential art-rock band Deerhoof , whose selections include garage pop-punk group Cherry Glazerr and indie rock duo Wye Oak . It ’ s not all about the tunes , though — movie theatres and art galleries open their doors to Sled filmmakers and artists , and the festival has hosted some of the biggest names in comedy . Many venues are all-ages ( sledisland . com ).

LILAC FESTIVAL

JUNE 3 Expect live entertainment , artisan vendors , street performers , patio drink specials , children ’ s activities and more at this free street festival designed to welcome spring to the city ( www . lilacfestival . net ).

JANE ’ S WALK FESTIVAL

MAY 4 - 6 Discover Calgary from the ground up with this festival focused on free , locally led walking tours in which people get together to explore , talk about and celebrate their Trailer Park Boys neighbourhoods ( janeswalk . org ).

PARKSHOW

JUNE 23 More than just a fashion show , Parkshow combines Canadian designer showcases with live music , a clothing and accessories market and immersive experiences . Featured designers include Canadian talent WRKDEPT , Alex S . Yu , Malika Rajani , Lennard Taylor , Suka Clothing , Kate Hewko , Sage Wosminity and Parts + Labor . Dress your best , take a seat next to the catwalk and look for new and innovative styles ( www . ourparkonline . com ).
PHOTOGRAPHS : ( CLOCKWISE FROM TOP RIGHT ) COURTESY TOURISM CALGARY ; ALISON SETO ; COURTESY JANE ’ S WALK FESTIVAL ; COURTESY TOURISM CALGARY
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