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Events

Foothills Bluegrass & Old Time present our annual Spring Square Dance!

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Come down to the Royal Canadian Legion No. 1 this spring and learn to do-si-do, allemande, and promenade, all taught on the spot - no experience needed!

DEADLINE: April 24, 2027 - 6:30 pm
DanceMusic Calgary
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Foothills Bluegrass & Old Time presents: The Unfaithful Servants with opener The Smoking Toad Revival

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Join us Friday, March 12, 2026. Doors open at 6:30PM, show starts at 7 pm.

DEADLINE: March 12, 2027 - 6:30 pm
Music Calgary
Events

Foothills Bluegrass & Old Time presents: Under the Rocks with opener The Haybelles

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Join us Saturday, December 12, 2026 for our annual Holiday Potluck and Concert!

DEADLINE: December 12, 2026 - 5:00 pm
Music Calgary
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Foothills Bluegrass & Old Time presents: McMillan's Camp Boys with opener Riss Fizzard

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Join us Saturday, November 21, 2026. Doors open at 6:30PM, show starts at 7 pm.

DEADLINE: November 21, 2026 - 6:30 pm
Music Calgary
Community News

News Release: Distinguished Artist Award increases to $50,000

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The Board of Directors of the Lieutenant Governor of Alberta Arts Awards Foundation is strengthening its support to Alberta artists with a significant increase in the value of the Distinguished Artist Award.

DEADLINE: December 5, 2026 - 5:00 pm
All disciplines Funding
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'Twas the Night - Alberta Craft Fundraiser

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Join Alberta Craft for festive holiday shopping, light snacks, a cash bar, door prizes, and gift wrapping to make your holiday season merry and bright!

DEADLINE: November 28, 2026 - 6:00 pm
Visual arts & new media Edmonton
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Let It Snow

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Hello Calgary! Join us for our 9th annual fundraising party. Celebrate the season in great company while supporting the work of Alberta Artists!

DEADLINE: November 28, 2026 - 5:00 pm
Visual arts & new media Calgary
Arts opportunity

Call for Submissions: Beacon Original Art

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Artists Wanted! Join Our Spring Art Exhibition & Sale on April 24 to 25, 2027.

DEADLINE: March 27, 2027 - 5:00 pm
Indigenous artsVisual arts & new media Calgary Call for Submissions
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Live at The Carrot presents: Laurelle K

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Laurelle K blends folk, soul, and jazz into authentic original music. Catch her live at The Carrot on November 27, 2026 at 7 pm. All ages welcome!

DEADLINE: November 27, 2026 - 7:00 pm
Music Edmonton
Events

Social Art Experience: Watercolour Christmas Card - with Patricia Farrar

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Craft handpainted holiday cards in watercolour with Patricia Farrar on Nov 26 (6-8 PM, $20). All skill levels welcome, ages 12+. Register today!

DEADLINE: November 26, 2026 - 6:00 pm
Visual arts & new media Edmonton Classes & Workshops