The twenty-second annual Calgary International Blues Festival celebrates the best in blues with a full week of workshops, concerts and special events, culminating in 4 days & nights of non-stop music on Main Stage at The Confluence. Starring local, regional and international blues artists, Calgary Bluesfest is the largest blues festival west of Ottawa.

The family-friendly event features a colourful arts market, craft beer and beverages with a site wide liquor license, delicious cuisine by local food trucks, festival souvenirs and treasures, artists’ music, autographs & more! Start the week off with free events including our kickoff bash, workshops, the Walk Through Blues History and Blues at Noon.