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Arts District Day

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Discover a full day of free arts experiences across the Art Gallery of Alberta, the Winspear Centre, and the Citadel Theatre — with an exciting lineup of performances, activities, and pop‑ups throughout the district.

DEADLINE: March 14, 2026 - 5:00 pm

Workshop: Introduction to Etching

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Alberta Printmakers is offering a workshop on traditional etching methods!

DEADLINE: May 5, 2026 - 5:00 pm

Workshop: Next Steps in Letterpress

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Looking for more? Alberta Printmakers is offering a follow-up workshop to "Intro to Letterpress" with "Next Steps in Letterpress"!

DEADLINE: May 3, 2026 - 5:00 pm

Workshop: Intro to Letterpress

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It is finally back! Alberta Printmakers is offering Intro to Letterpress!

DEADLINE: April 19, 2026 - 5:00 pm

Call for Applications: Strathcona County Annual Art Acquisitions

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Each year, Strathcona County's Art Collection Advisory Committee invites artists to submit their work for purchase.

DEADLINE: April 26, 2026 - 11:30 pm

Meet AFA Board Member Jason O’Connor

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The AFA welcomes Métis visual artist, Jason O’Connor to the AFA Board of Directors.

Exhibition Opening: David Garneau - Dark Chapters and Reading the Ruins

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Join us for an exhibition opening for Canadian Métis artist and scholar, David Garneau.

DEADLINE: August 30, 2026 - 5:00 pm

Exhibition, Reception and Artist Talk: "Transcendence: We Come From The Stars" at Gallery@501

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Join us at Gallery@501 for a special artist talk and reception with Speplól Tanya Zilinski on Saturday, March 14 at 2 p.m.

DEADLINE: April 23, 2026 - 5:00 pm

Photos: Opening Reception of TREX: Art on the Move

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Take a look back at the February 19 opening reception for TREX: Art on the Move featuring Montageries.

Volunteer Opportunity: Calgary Philharmonic Society Board of Directors

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Calgary Phil Board members serve in a volunteer capacity and provide oversight, guidance, and support to the Calgary Philharmonic Society.

DEADLINE: April 7, 2026 - 5:00 pm