Guayacán Orchestra
Hailing from the Colombian capital Bogotá, Guayacán Orchestra will make you dance all night with its contagious rhythms and hip-shaking take on salsa music.
Sept. 1, 7 p.m. at Genesis Centre, 7555 Falconridge Blvd. N.E., colombianosenalberta.ca
Blue Jay Sessions: 5th Anniversary Spectacular
Calgary’s fabled country and folk songwriters’ series is hosting a two-night event in honour of its 5th anniversary and recent CCMA Award nomination. Blue Jay’s founder Dan Clapson is on deck to host each night, alongside local artists Mariya Stokes and Zenon, as over a dozen musicians from across Canada take the stage backed by a band and a string section.
Sept. 5 and 6, 7 p.m. at Mamdani Opera Centre, 1315 7 St. S.W., thebluejaysessions.com
Gustaf w/ Stucco & Parisian Orgy
The post-punk wobble and playful vocals of Gustaf were a highlight of last year’s Sled Island. If you missed both of those shows, you can’t miss this one.
Sept. 7, 8 p.m. at The Palomino, 109 7 Ave. S.W., thepalomino.ca
Phil in the Park + Beat Beethoven
For the seventh year in a row, Calgary Phil and Run Calgary join forces for an afternoon filled with Beethoven’s music and movement. And if you feel super active, strap on your runners and run in the Beat Beethoven 4 or 8 km race.
Sept. 8, 2 p.m. at Prince’s Island Park, calgaryphil.com
Zen Garden Music Festival
Waterfront Park transforms into three dance floors of tech-house and DnB music in lush surroundings. This year’s headliners include Derrick Carter and DJ Heather.
Sept. 14, 2 p.m. at Waterfront Park, 5225 101 St. N.W., zengardenfestival.com
Nekrogoblikon w/ Enterprise Earth & Dead Icarus
Is it melodic death metal, or is it goblin rock? Find out when Nekrogoblikon crushes the Dickens stage this fall, fronted by new vocalist Dickie Allen and a literal goblin hype man.
Sept. 16, 6 p.m. at Dickens, 1000 9 Ave. S.W., dickensyyc.com
Tokyo Police Club w/ Born Ruffians
East-Canadian indie rockers Tokyo Police Club are calling it quits after nearly 20 years on the road. This might be your last chance to catch them in Calgary — ever.
Sept. 17, 7 p.m. at The Palace Theatre, 219 8 Ave. S.W., thepalacetheatre.ca
Broadway Across Canada Presents Come From Away
This intriguing musical tells the true story of the small town in Newfoundland that opened its homes to 7,000 stranded travellers on 9/11. It’s written by Tony nominees Irene Sankoff and David Hein and earned a New York Times Critics’ Pick.
Sep 17 to 22 at Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium, 1415 14 Ave. N.W., calgary.broadway.com
Avril Lavigne
Yes, Avril Lavigne is a bona fide pop-punk legend, and yes, you can catch all of her greatest hits at the Dome this month. Don’t make things so complicated.
Sept. 18, 7 p.m. at Scotiabank Saddledome, 555 Saddledome Rise S.E., scotiabanksaddledome.com
A Tribute to Pink Floyd
The Wall, The Dark Side of the Moon, Animals — Pink Floyd’s discography speaks for itself, and touring act Jeans ‘n Classics is bringing these prog rock classics to life, backed by your Calgary Phil.
Sept. 20 and 21, 7:30 p.m. at Jack Singer Concert Hall, 205 8 Ave. S.E., calgaryphil.com
Midnight Channel
With a distinctly ‘bertan take on free jazz and an electric live show, Midnight Channel has been making waves across the province. Catch them on the music mile and see what all the fuss is about.
Sept. 20, 8 p.m. at The Attic, 1413 9 Ave. S.E., theatticyyc.ca
Jerro
Carte Blanche Saturdays at Sub Rosa is an ongoing series of house music shows, and this edition features dance-y wunderkind Jerro on tour for his newest album Chromatic.
Sept. 21, 9 p.m. at Sub Rosa, 200 8 Ave. S.W., subrosayyc.com
Social Distortion w/ The Bellrays
For over 30 years, Social Distortion has been crafting a potent blend of punk, bluesy rock n’ roll, and outlaw country. Catch some punk rock history at Mac Hall this September.
Sept. 23, 8 p.m. at Macewan Hall, 2500 University Dr. N.W., machallconcerts.com
Opera After Dark
This month, Calgary Opera premieres a new events series called Opera After Dark, which promises immersive adventures and just a touch of opera for the musically bold and curious.
Sept. 26, 7 p.m. at Mamdani Opera Centre, 1315 7 St. S.W., calgaryopera.com
Elisapie
The National Music Centre presents Inuk singer-songwriter Elisapie on National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Her music integrated Inuit themes and language into powerful rock ballads that linger in the mind and soul.
Sept. 30, 6:30 p.m. at Studio Bell, 850 4 St. S.E., studiobell.ca
Snak the Ripper
Get ready for a distinctly West Coast Canadian take on hip-hop when Snak the Ripper comes to Calgary. That take involves fusing rock and metal influences into his indelible rhythm and beats.
Sept. 31, 8 p.m. at The Rec Room, 1180, 901 64 Ave. N.E., therecroom.com
Michael Marcagi
You’ve probably heard Michael Marcagi’s brand of wistful folk songwriting on TikTok, where his single “Scared to Start” went viral. It’s just one of the ear-worm tracks on his debut EP American Romance, released earlier this year.
Oct. 5, 7 p.m. at Commonwealth, 731 10 Ave. S.W., commonwealthbar.ca
