Events

Life of Pi brings Yann Martel’s acclaimed novel to life in a visually stunning and emotionally captivating theatrical experience. The story follows Pi Patel, a young Indian boy who survives a shipwreck and is left stranded on a lifeboat in the Pacific Ocean with only a Royal Bengal tiger named Richard Parker for company. As Pi struggles to survive in the vast, unforgiving ocean, he confronts the limits of his faith, his resilience, and his understanding of the world.

Kaleido Family Arts Festival is a wildly joyful, wonderfully wacky, radically open celebration of the arts in the heart of the Alberta Avenue Arts District. 

This year’s theme, hearts a-glowin’, will light up the streets with music, theatre, dance, zany street performances, mouthwatering eats, vibrant artisans, pop-up galleries, and magical moments.

From alleys to rooftops, from parks to pavement, Kaleido is taking over Alberta Avenue from 90-95 Street with creativity everywhere. Come dance, play, and celebrate 20 years of art, love, and community with us!

Calgary’s EASTSIDE STUDIO CRAWL 2025 celebrates artistic expression and collaboration … here’s your invitation to spend the day making new friends! Ramsay and Inglewood will be percolating with fabulous art, artists, demos and open studios at 7 locations on September 20th … mark your calendars, bring family & friends for Saturday’s fun day 11 am to 5pm! 
The open studios are shown on the map to help set up your tour day. 
 

Date and Time:

Friday, August 8, 2025, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Venue Name and Address:

The Carrot Community Arts Coffeehouse - 9351 118 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T5G 0N3

Link to Event:

https://www.thecarrot.ca/events-at-the-carrot/2025/stevonandkayla

Event Cost:

$10 Cover | Youth (12 & under) $5 | All Ages

About the Exhibition: 

Set against the breathtaking backdrop of Alberta’s foothills and expansive mountain views, the 2025 Harvest Supper Fundraiser invites guests to experience an evening of rustic elegance, heartfelt connection, and meaningful support for the arts. Hosted by the Leighton Art Centre, this annual event brings together community members to celebrate the intersection of creativity, culture, and nature in southern Alberta. This event takes place on Saturday, September 13, 2025, from 4:30 pm to sunset. 

Alberta artists Ana Zanella and Veronica Funk present their own very distinct versions of
memories: abstract grids depicting patterns and organic motifs found in daily life, and portraits inspired by miniature vintage photographs – bringing together old and new through bodies of work that are interconnected by the past but presented in a way that represents the present. The show runs from August 5 - 30th.
 
Ana Zanella is a painter and mixed media artist living in Calgary who is interested in

The Western Canadian Sinus and Rhinoplasty Course takes place September 12–14, 2025, at the University of Calgary’s Cumming School of Medicine. This intensive three-day program offers live surgery demonstrations, lectures, and hands-on labs. With expertise shared by facial plastic surgeon Dr. Richard Rival, the event focuses on advancing skills in sinus surgery and reconstructive rhinoplasty.

Spotlight YSC – 40 Years of Inspiring Performers

Date: Sunday, October 26, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Location: Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre, Calgary AB
Admission: Free and open to the public

Join Us at the Home for Music in Canada

Youth Singers of Calgary is turning 40 — and you're invited to the party!

Join us on September 27th for a FREE panel event about Working With Unions! With representatives from ACTRA, DGC Alberta, and IATSE, learn about the importance of unions in the film industry, how they can help you take the next step in your career, how you should work with them for your projects, and more!

This event is free and includes a free lunch.

Event scheduled from 10:00am-1:00pm