ENTERTAINMENT
FAMILY FUN FOR EVERYONE
Gather up the kids , the parents , the grandmas and grandpas , aunts , uncles , and cousins — there ’ s a new attraction just outside Calgary ’ s city limits that truly has something for everyone . The first thing you ’ ll see when you arrive at Granary Road is the huge building that houses a bistro by the renowned Canadian Rocky Mountain Resorts group , a bakery and coffee shop , and a public market with vendors selling gourmet and handcrafted items from fine European cured meats to organic beauty products . Garage-style doors roll open to allow a breeze into the market and a view of the active learning park , a massive entertainment zone for kids and the young-at-heart . Three kilometres of trails wind through a series of themed exhibits , each one featuring a chance for kids to get active while learning about animals , insects , and agriculture . Look for the giant animatronic spiders , bats , and frogs , get up close and personal with adorable farm animals like pigs and goats , and burn some energy on swings , slides , and ropes . Don ’ t forget to visit the alpacas , but watch out — the one named Rascal loves to give smooches ( page 33 ).
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huge music fest held in Prairie Winds Park . Country music legends are set to perform including Blake Shelton , Brad Paisley , and Thomas Rhett . $ 99- $ 3,000 . Prairie Winds Park , 223 Castleridge Blvd NE . Map 1 , E8 www . countrythunder . com / festivals / calgary-alberta
EXPO LATINO Aug 18 - 20 Presented by the Hispanic Arts Society , this outdoor festival on Prince ’ s Island features world class music , dancing , a food fair , a beer garden , and an arts market . $ 10- $ 35 . Prince ’ s Island Park , 698 Eau Claire Ave SW ( 4 St & 1 Ave SW ), 403-271-2744 . Map 2 , B4 www . expolatino . com
FIESTAVAL LATIN FESTIVAL Jul 21 - 23 Be prepared to eat , dance , and party at this family-oriented , cultural block party . Olympic Plaza , 228 - 8 Ave SE . Map 2 , E6 www . fiestaval . ca
GLOBALFEST Aug 15 - 26 Fireworks light up the night sky in this dazzling festival held in Elliston Park . Five teams — Western Canada , the prairies , Ontario , Quebec , and Atlantic Canada — are putting on an elaborate fireworks show choreographed to regional music , with food and activities related to each region . The last day of the festival is a finale with live accompaniment . $ 20- $ 240 . Elliston Park , 1827 - 68 St SE , 403-569-9679 . Map 1 , H9 www . globalfest . ca
HERITAGE DAY FESTIVAL Aug 7 This free family event is celebrating its 40th year anniversary . Enjoy multicultural performances , ethnic foods , and one-of-a-kind handcrafts all in the heart of the downtown . Olympic Plaza , 228 - 8 Ave SE . Map 2 , E6 www . calgaryfolkartscouncil . ca / events / heritageday2016
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HONENS FESTIVAL Sep 7 - 10 This piano-focused festival showcases some of Canada ’ s brightest classical music stars . There are several free events , including the popular open-air concert at Central Memorial Park that lets you enjoy chamber music under the sun , and concerts that set popular children ’ s stories to music . $ 10- $ 55 . 403-299-0140 . Various venues , see event website for more information : www . honens . com
INGLEWOOD SUNFEST Aug 5 There ’ s activities for all ages at this summer fest , from bouncy castles to summer patios to street performers , as well as more than 200 vendors . Inglewood Mainstreet , 9 Ave & 12 St SE . Map 1 , L5 www . inglewoodsunfest . ca
MARDA GRAS STREET FESTIVAL Aug 13 A familyfriendly , New Orleans-themed street festival featuring cultural performers , dance groups and musicians , outdoor activities , and tasty food . Marda Loop , 33 and 34 Avenues SW . Map 1 , L5 www . mardagras . ca
ONE LOVE MUSIC FESTIVAL Aug 4 Join the crowds at this outdoor show dedicated solely to rap and hip-hop that boasts an impressive lineup with Ms . Lauryn Hill and RZA as Bobby Digital featuring Stone Mecca . Other performers include Migos , Anderson Paak & the Free Nationals , and Wale . $ 79.95- $ 109.95 . Max Bell Centre , 1001 Barlow Tr SE . Map 1 , H7 www . onelovefestival . ca
OPERA IN THE VILLAGE Aug 10 - 13 , 17 - 20 Calgary Opera ’ s annual presentation of Opera in the Village returns in Enmax Park . This year ’ s centerpiece show is Rodgers and Hammerstein ’ s South Pacific . The festival
One Love Music Festival ( page 38 ) and Chasing Summer ( page 36 ) are offering combo tickets for music fans interested in attending both festivals . is rounded out with family matinee performances of Cinderella and free musical performances throughout the day . $ 15- $ 125 . Enmax Park , Elbow River Pathway . Map 1 , H6 www . calgaryopera . com / 17-18 / festival
PET-A-PALOOZA Jul 29 - 30 Dogs aren ’ t just welcome at this festival — they ’ re the stars of the show . Check out bulldog races , aquatics competition , photo lounges , and canine-friendly exhibitors . Eau Claire Market , 200 Barclay Parade SW . Map 2 , C4 www . petapaloozawest . com / calgary
REGGAEFEST Aug 18 - 19 Transform into a Rastagarian — a Calgarian who shares the values of reggae music — at this festival featuring reggae musicians from around the world . This year ’ s performers include Etana , Antidoping , and Pressure Busspipe . $ 28- $ 35 . Shaw Millennium Park , 1220 - 9 Ave SW . Map 1 , H5 www . reggaefest . ca
TASTE OF CALGARY Aug 10 - 13 Sample the many different cultural delicacies that Calgary has to offer during this three-day outdoor festival of cuisine . Many of the city ’ s best restaurants , bars , and breweries will be on-site with tantalizing bites and sips , plus musical performances , chef demonstrations , contests , and more . Buy sampling tickets for $ 1 each right at the festival and use them to sample any of the food or beverage menu items . Eau Claire Market , 200 Barclay Parade SW . Map 2 , C4 www . tasteofcalgary . com
TERMINUS FESTIVAL This music festival specializes in dark electronic , synth , and industrial music , attracting bands ( and fans ) from all over the world including acts like The Birthday Massacre , 3Teeth , and The Gothsicles . $ 70- $ 180 . Dickens Pub , 1000 - 9 Ave SW . www . terminus-festival . com
PHOTOGRAPH : VERONICA COWAN
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