JazzYYC Canadian Festival
Held annually during the second weekend of November, this bumpin’ four-day event showcases the finest jazz musicians from Calgary and across Canada. This year’s performers include JUNO winner Jocelyn Gould, local jazz stalwarts the Ninth Avenue Band, and Edmonton rapper Cadence Weapon, whose 2021 album Parallel World won Canada’s Polaris Music Prize.
November 6 to 10, various venues, jazzyyc.com
Skepsis
UK producer Skepsis imports a bumpin’ blend of bassline and drum & bass bangers to Calgary this fall, presented by STACKED and 403DNB.
November 7, 9 p.m. at Commonwealth, 731 10 Ave S.W., commonwealthbar.ca
Jane Siberry
Fish Creek Concerts is one of Calgary’s best-kept secrets, bringing diverse musical acts to south Calgary since 2006. Don’t miss it when Canadian singer-songwriter Jane Siberry takes to the stage at River Park Church. (Danny Michel & Steve Poltz also play on the 23rd.)
November 9, 7:30 p.m. at River Park Church, 3818 14a St. S.W., fishcreekconcerts.com
Death From Above 1979 w/ Teen Mortgage
This Canadian two-piece is celebrating the 20th anniversary of their landmark dance-punk album You’re a Woman, I’m a Machine by performing the whole dang thing, cover to cover.
November 13, 7 p.m. at The Palace, 219 8 Ave. S.W., thepalacetheatre.ca
Kim Mitchell
“Go For Soda,” “Rock N Roll Duty,” “Patio Lanterns;” the hits from Canadian legend Kim Mitchell just don’t stop coming, and this fall, they land in Tsuut’ina Nation.
November 13, 6:30 p.m. at the Grey Eagle, 3777 Grey Eagle Dr, greyeagleresortandcasino.ca
Sarah McLachlan w/ Tiny Habits
It’s been 30 years since Sarah McLachlan’s breakthrough album Fumbling Towards Ecstasy enchanted listeners with soft production and haunting vocals. Relive the magic at the ‘dome along with folk-pop openers Tiny Habits.
November 14, 7:30 p.m. at the Saddledome, 555 Saddledome Rise S.E., scotiabanksaddledome.com
Chase Matthew
Since releasing his debut album Born For This in 2022, Chase Matthew has been enchanting fans with his faith-oriented take on pop-country jams.
November 15, 7 p.m. at The Palace, 219 8 Ave. S.W., thepalacetheatre.ca
Palomino Smokeout LP Release Party
Every year, The Palomino gathers singles from local artists, compiles them onto a limited-release vinyl record, and throws a party to celebrate! This year’s edition includes Temps and Witch Victim, and admission includes a copy of the LP (while supplies last!)
November 16, 7 p.m. at the Palomino, 109 7 Ave. S.W, thepalomino.ca
Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band
“The Boss” has finally rescheduled his Calgary date, and he’s bringing along the whole E Street Band to rock out with some classic Americana rock anthems.
November 16, 6:30 p.m. at the Saddledome, 555 Saddledome Rise S.E., scotiabanksaddledome.com
Troy Kokol
Studio Bell welcomes the YYC Music Awards’ “Indigenous Artist of the Year” to its stage to spread some upbeat folk joy for the Voices of Canada series.
November 21, 10 a.m. at the National Music Centre, 850 4 St. S.E., studiobell.ca
RUSSEL!
This Filipino-Canadian singer blends classic R&B with contemporary sounds and textures, bringing a layered sound to the Dickens stage.
November 21, 7 p.m. at Dickens, 1000 9 Ave. S.W., dickensyyc.com
Michael Bernard Fitzgerald
Hot off the release of his sixth studio album Horizon Lines, hometown hero MBF brings his vulnerable folk-rock anthems back to Calgary.
November 22, 7 p.m. at Bella Concert Hall, 4825 Mount Royal Gate S.W., mtroyal.ca
Tyler Hilton w/ Guests
One Tree Hill alum Tyler Hilton brings his cinematic folk-rock anthems to Calgary’s resident barbecue palace for an afternoon of good times and acoustic guitars.
November 24, 2 p.m. at the Palomino, 109 7 Ave. S.W, thepalomino.ca
Aria & Ales
Experience laid-back vibes, cold beers, and wild vocal performances from Calgary’s top local opera artists at this month’s edition of Aria & Ales, presented by Calgary Opera.
November 25, 5:30 and 7:30 p.m. at Best of Kin Brewing, 1059 14 St. S.W., calgaryopera.com
GREGORIAN Pure Chants
Imagine eight classically trained English vocalists doing chanted covers of songs from the 13th century… and Coldplay tracks. Don’t miss this one.
November 27, 7 p.m. at MacEwan Hall, 2500 University Dr. N.W., machallconcerts.com
Exodus w/ Havok, Candy, and Dead Heat
Get a taste of ‘80s thrash excellence when Exodus rips through Calgary with whiplash speed and gnarly riffs.
November 29, 6 p.m. at The Palace, 219 8 Ave. S.W., thepalacetheatre.ca
Chantal Kreviazuk: A Holiday Special
Grammy and three-time JUNO winner Chantal Kreviazuk performs heartwarming holiday harmonies with the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra to kick off the season.
December 7, 7:30 p.m. at Jubilee Auditorium, 1415 14 Ave. N.W., calgaryphil.com
