A huge hit last summer, the Great Outdoors Comedy Festival will once again take over Prince's Island Park with a load of laughs in a pretty incredible setting.
An underreported reality for many women struggling through domestic abuse is that they feel forced to remain in an abusive relationship because of finances.
From wildflower meadows to spectacular views Alberta has some of the best treks in the country. Whether you’re a novice or seasoned professional, Alberta offers some of the most scenic and diverse hiking opportunities in the country.
Well cowpokes, July is upon us once again. You look outside your window and can see bright skies, perfect views of the mountains, and western-themed décor showing up everywhere you look. This means that the Calgary Stampede is here again.
The first surprise in speaking with Carl “Buffalo” Nichols from his hotel at a tour stop in San Diego is the time of the interview — 9 a.m., a rare time to chat with musicians — what they call “the other 9 o’clock” because many are seldom awake to experience it.
It’s almost too much. Having Tanya Tucker, Emmylou Harris, Jeff Tweedy, Sierra Ferrell, Matt Mays, Art Bergmann and so many sweet musical souls all shoved into 15 hectares and 77 hours at Prince’s Island Park from July 27 to 30 during the 44th Annual Calgary Folk Music Festival is almost too much.
The Shakespearean classic returns to Theatre Calgary’s travelling stage this July. Love looks not with the eyes, but from the comfort of your picnic blanket or lawn chair, your favourite drink in hand and the notorious vernacular of the Bard of Avon, William Shakespeare is the air.
Broadway Across Canada brings Disney’s Aladdin to Calgary. If you’ve ever wanted to see the lovable Aladdin, lovely Princess Jasmine, and the wisecracking genie of Disney’s Aladdin on stage then you’re in luck.
Consider it a community centre. Or, maybe even better, a clubhouse. Where everyone’s invited, all are welcome. The BLOX Arts Centre. The new Beltline spot at 625 11 Ave. S.W. is hoping to become a much used and valued central venue for the entire Calgary arts and culture community.
The partnership of The Calgary Stampede and Eau Claire Distillery is a natural. After all, both openly value and preserve the pioneer spirit and history of the area.