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ENTERTAINMENT

3 DAZZLING DESIGN EVENTS

CANADIAN INTERNATIONAL FASHION FILM FESTIVAL MAY 26 - 28 Watch screenings of fashion films from around the world , and hear from industry leaders from the Berlin Fashion Film Festival and the London College of Fashion School of Media ( page 30 ).
PARKSHOW MAY 26 - 28 Watch the runway for clothing exclusively by Canadian designers , then shop the racks for clothing and accessories — you ’ ll find everything from yoga gear to outerwear ( page 32 ).
DINNER BY DESIGN JUNE 1 - 2 Put on your most creative outfit and enjoy artful cocktails , a gourmet meal prepared by the chefs of Charbar , and an elaborately decorated room at this over-thetop cocktail party ( page 32 ).
COMEDY LISA LAMPANELLI May 12 The Queen of Mean is known for comedy that doesn ’ t shy away from the offensively hilarious . $ 39.50 and up . Grey Eagle Resort & Casino , 3777 Grey Eagle Dr , 1-866-943-8849 Map 1 , J4 www . greyeagleresortandcasino . com
PIFF THE MAGIC DRAGON May 4 - 7 The stand out star of Penn & Teller : Fool Us performs jaw-dropping magic tricks dressed in a dragon costume . + 18 only . $ 39.95 . The Laugh Shop at Hotel Blackfoot , 5940 Blackfoot Tr SE , 403-255-6900 . Map 1 , J6 www . thelaughshopcalgary . com
FESTIVALS CALGARY INTERNATIONAL BEERFEST May 5 - 6 Sample more than 500 types of beer on site , as well as food from over 40 of Calgary ’ s best pubs and restaurants . $ 19.99 - $ 49.99 ; BMO Centre , 20 Roundup Way , 1-844-438-7352 . Map 2 , G7 albertabeerfestivals . com
CALGARY INTERNATIONAL CHILDREN ’ S FESTIVAL May 24 - 27 One of the city ’ s most prominent arts festivals is also the largest celebration of theatre for young audiences in Calgary . The outdoor stage in Olympic Plaza hosts free , live entertainment , while shows such as the musical stylings of internationally-renowned kid-hop artist Secret Agent 23 Skidoo will take place in various theatres at the neighbouring Arts Commons . From music , dance , and acrobatic performances to science demonstrations and student workshops , there ’ s something for kids of all ages to enjoy including the young-at-heart . Prices vary by performance ; Olympic Plaza , 228 - 8 Ave SE , 403-294-9494 . Map 2 , E6 calgarykidsfest . ca
CANADIAN INTERNATIONAL FASHION FILM FESTIVAL May 26 - 28 Watch elaborate clothing and designers ’ stories unfold at screenings of fashion films from around the world , and hear from industry leaders from the Berlin Fashion Film Festival , the London College of Fashion School of Media , and SHOWstudio . $ 20 - $ 150 . Various venues , see event website for more information : canifff . com . Map 1 , L5
EAST VILLAGE STREET FAIR Jul 1 Find music , arts and crafts , food , and vendors at this annual street fair , along with a classic car Show & Shine . Free . RiverWalk East Village , Confluence Way SE . Map 1 , H6 ev-na . com / ev-street-fair
FESTIVAL OF QUILTS May 27 - 28 It ’ s the 22nd anniversary of Western Canada ’ s largest outdoor quilt show . The theme for 2017 is My Canada . Hundreds of stunning handmade quilts of all shapes , sizes and techniques will decorate the Park ’ s exhibits inside and out . There will be quilting workshops , a community showcase , vintage quilts , and more . $ 13.50 - $ 26.25 . Heritage Park Historical Village , 1900 Heritage Dr SW , 403-268-8500 . Map 1 , J5 www . heritagepark . ca
FAIRY TALES QUEER FILM FESTIVAL May 19 - 27 Alberta ’ s largest queer film fest celebrates its 19th year with parties , drag shows , and thought-provoking cinema . Prices vary by event . Various venues , see event website for more information : www . fairytalesfilmfest . com . Map 1 , L5
JANE ’ S WALK FESTIVAL May 5 - 7 Discover Calgary from the ground up with the tenth anniversary of this festival focused on free , locally-led walking tours in which people get together to explore , talk about , and celebrate their neighbourhoods . Learn about the people and places that make the city unique and vibrant . Free . Various locations . Map 1 , L5 janeswalk . org / canada / calgary
LILAC FESTIVAL Jun 4 Celebrate summer at this street fest packed with entertainment , artisan crafts , and food . Free . Various locations . Map 1 , L5 www . lilacfestival . net
FILM RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK : ORIGINAL FILM WITH ORCHESTRA May 19 - 20 Watch the classic Indiana Jones flick with live orchestral accompaniment by the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra . $ 20 - $ 80 . Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium , 1415 - 14 Ave NW , 403-571-0849 . Map 2 , B3 calgaryphil . com
CANYON MEADOWS THEATRE Independent theatre in the deep southwest , playing 2nd run movies at discount prices . $ 3 matinee , $ 5 evening . 13226 Macleod Tr SE , 403-670-5444 . Map 1 , L6
GLOBE CINEMA Presents first-run independent , foreign and art-house films in two theatres as well as periodical midnight screenings , matinees and special events . 617 - 8 Ave SW , 403-262-3308 . Map 3 , F4
THE PLAZA THEATRE Indie films and classic cinema are shown at The Plaza , a historic movie house in the Kensington district . It ’ s also the site of several screenings for the Calgary International Film Festival . 1133 Kensington Rd NW , 403-283-2222 . Map 3 , C2 www . theplaza . ca
SCOTIABANK THEATRE CHINOOK IMAX 3D Egyptianthemed entertainment complex featuring first-run movies , an IMAX screen and arcade games . At Chinook Centre , 6455 Macleod Tr S , 403-212-8994 . Map 1 , I6
MUSIC BONNIE RAITT Jun 16 You ’ ll have “ Something to Talk About ” when this blues performer hits the stage . $ 49.50 - $ 99.50 . Scotiabank Saddledome , 555 Saddledome Rise SE , 1-855-985-5500 . Map 2 , G8 www . ticketmaster . ca
BURTON CUMMINGS AND BAND Jun 25 Guess who ? The singer and songwriter responsible for hit songs like “ American Woman ,” “ These Eyes ,” and “ Stand Tall ” is returning to Calgary . $ 59.50 . Grey Eagle Resort & Casino , 3777 Grey Eagle Dr , 1-866-943-8849 . Map 1 , J4 www . greyeagleresortandcasino . com
DEAN BRODY Jun 3 The Juno Award-winning country star is on the road with his album Beautiful Freakshow . Madeline Merlo and James Barker Band are opening . $ 39.50 - $ 65 . Stampede Corral , 10 Corral Trail SE , 1-855-985-5500 . Map 2 , G7 www . ticketmaster . ca
DEF LEPPARD Jun 3 A seminal part of the metal scene since 1977 , the English band is touring its 11th album . $ 45 - $ 139 . Scotiabank Saddledome , 555 Saddledome Rise SE , 1-855-985-5500 . Map 2 , G8 www . ticketmaster . ca
HOLLERADO Jun 15 These Canadian rockers are known for having released a digital album containing 111 original songs . With guests Little Junior and Everett Bird . $ 20 . Marquee Beer Market , 4630 Macleod Tr S , 403-287-2500 , marqueecalgary . com . Map 2 H6 www . ticketweb . ca
JOJO May 12 The pop singer and songwriter is touring Mad Love , her first new release in ten years since the hit “ Get Out ( Leave ).” $ 28.50 . The Palace Theatre , 219 - 8 Ave SW , 888-732-1682 . Map 3 , F6 www . ticketfly . com
DINNER THEATRE FLASHDANCE : AN ‘ 80S FLASHBACK Jun 23 All the “ Flashiest ” dances and ‘ 80s hit songs are packed into this dinner theatre parody . $ 35.25 - $ 69.95 . Jubilations Dinner Theatre , 1002 - 37 St SW , 403-249-7799 . Map 1 , G4 www . jubilations . ca
ROCK OF AGES Through Jun 25 “ Journey ” back to the music of the ’ 80s with this dinner theatre rock musical . $ 75 - $ 114 . Stage West Theatre Restaurant , 727 - 42 Ave SE , 403-243-6642 . Map 1 , L5 stagewestcalgary . com

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SLED ISLAND Jun 21 - 25 This multi-genre , alternative music fest truly has something for everyone , from metalcore pioneers Converge to folk-pop singer Weyes Blood . This year ’ s guest curator is the visionary producer , rapper , DJ , label owner , and filmmaker Flying Lotus . 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 . Prices vary by event . Various venues , see event website for more information : www . sledisland . com . Map 1 , L5
On July 1 , 1967 , Calgary ' s first science centre opened in the Centennial Planetarium . Its current home , Telus Spark , will be celebrating this milestone with Neighbour Day on June 17 ( page 32 ).
RED HOT CHILI PEPPERS May 29 Considered the most successful band in alternative rock history , RHCP are still going strong . $ 69 - $ 119 . Scotiabank Saddledome , 555 Saddledome Rise SE , 1-855-985-5500 . Map 2 , G8 www . ticketmaster . ca
RON SEXSMITH May 10 The Canadian singer-songwriter has been creating his music , branded “ melancholic folk pop ,” for over three decades . Released in April 2017 , his 13th solo album The Last Rider is described as “ content , nostalgic , and personal .” $ 36 - $ 59 . Mount Royal University , 4825 Mount Royal Gate SW , 403-440-7770 . Map 2 , I4 tickets . mru . ca
RYAN ADAMS Jun 22 The prolific rocker has released 15 solo albums in 17 years , including 2017 ’ s Prisoner . $ 37 -
PHOTOGRAPH : COURTESY DINNER BY DESIGN
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