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SUMMARY:Hover Horse with Hangman Pencil Co.
DESCRIPTION:Punk-rock-meets-country band Hover Horse joins forces with monsters of folk Hangman Pencil Co. at the legendary King Eddy on May 28. \nWhen: May 28th\, 2026 – 7:30 PM \nWhere: King Eddy \nTickets: $20 online \nAges: 18+
URL:https://cjsw.com/event/hover-horse-with-hangman-pencil-co/
LOCATION:King Eddy\, 438 9 Ave SE\, Calgary\, Canada
CATEGORIES:18+,Country,Country Rock,Folk,Folk/Country,Punk,Staff Picks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260523T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260524T020000
DTSTAMP:20260522T232104
CREATED:20260520T203421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T163419Z
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SUMMARY:SLAB RABID // M3RYKAT8ASHL3Y B2B TREXX // LUQA // SKULLDOG // TELKIN // RSGF // CGSW
DESCRIPTION:Missingno Presents Triple Finish at Skunkworks Distillery \nWhen: Saturday\, May 23rd @ 9:00 PM – 2:00 AM \nTickets: $10 online / $15 at the door \n18+ \nLineup: \nCGSW // RSGF // Telkin // Skulldog // Luqa // M3rykat8Ashl3y B2B Trexx // Slab Rabid \n 
URL:https://cjsw.com/event/slab-rabid-m3rykat8ashl3y-b2b-trexx-luqa-skulldog-telkin-rsgf-cgsw/
LOCATION:Skunkworks Distillery\, 4009 4 Street SE\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T2G 2W4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:18+,Electronic,Experimental,Hip Hop,Staff Picks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260523T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260523T210000
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SUMMARY:NEVERAFTERS HOUSE SESSIONS - Cody Garth\, Nevera\, Pink Machine
DESCRIPTION:The first NEVERAFTERS event of 2026! \nWith: Cody Garth\, Nevera\, and Pink Machine \nWhere: Tubby’s Bar 100A\, 1210 8th Street SW Calgary\, Alberta \nhttps://tubbybar.com/ \n18+ with Government Issued ID \nWhen: Saturday\, May 23\, 2026 \nDoors open 9pm – Till late! \nNo cover\, it’s free! \nNEVERA\, winner of the 2025 The Womp Music Festival’s DJ competition\, brings NEVERAFTER HOUSE SESSIONS to Tubby’s Bar on Saturday\, May 23rd. She is accompanied by Calgary’s iconic DJs\, including Cody Garth and DJ Pink Machine. NEVERAFTERS HOUSE SESSIONS brings a mesmerizing atmosphere with tech house\, techno\, along with other variations of deep house and DJ curated sound. Come on down to Tubby’s at 9pm to experience an awesome event to indulge in some immersive music (and hot dogs)!!! \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://cjsw.com/event/neverafters-house-sessions-cody-garth-nevera-pink-machine/
LOCATION:Tubby’s\, 1210 8 St SW\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
CATEGORIES:18+,Disco,Electronic,House,Staff Picks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260523T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260523T233000
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SUMMARY:East Town Get Down
DESCRIPTION:CALGARY\, AB (MAY 4\, 2026) — On Saturday\, May 23\, International Avenue transforms into a six-block immersive cultural hub as East Town\, Get Down (ETGD) returns for its seventh year. Combining high-caliber independent music with authentic international cuisine\, ETGD remains Calgary’s most affordable and senses-filling festival experience. \nRunning from 6 p.m. to midnight\, the festival offers a curated journey through nearly every genre imaginable\, paired with $5 plates of world-class food and $5 Sea Change beer. \nThe 2026 Final Lineup \nThis year’s eclectic roster features a blend of acclaimed national acts and local gems: \n\nHeadliners: The Besnard Lakes (Montreal)\, Art d’Ecco (Victoria)\, and Spencer Krug (Wolf Parade).\nFeatured Acts: Stuck (Chicago)\, CG Tears (Chad VanGaalen and friends)\, Concrete Vehicles (formerly Computer)\, Arlo Maverick\, Kacy Lee Anderson\, and Miesha and the Spanks.\nThe Full Roster: (Un)decided\, 2 Litre Superpunk\, 36?\, Adeoluwa\, Autonomous Apes\, Bennett Mitchell\, Brock Geiger\, Crystal Eyes\, D-Day Lewis\, The Dust Collectors\, Elbow Kiss\, Galacticas\, Ghost Factory\, High School Track Meet\, Hair Control\, Jaiden Riley and the Crybabies\, King of Foxes\, Laura Hickli\, Maclayne\, Mallory Chipman\, Minot\, Paris Pick\, Perra Pinball\, 1973\, Polo Sho\, Prana Tricks\, Rebel Grrrlz\, Shy Friend\, Taurus Ranch Band\, Veronica Raine\, and Witch Victim.\n\n“We are delighted to be in our seventh year of providing one of the most unique music festivals in Canada\,” says Alison Karim-McSwiney\, Executive Director of INTL Avenue BRZ. “Where else but International Avenue can you enjoy terrific live independent music while exploring food and culture from around the world? During these inflationary times\, we are especially proud to keep the festival affordable with $5 food plates and $5 craft beer.” \nEvent Details: \n\nWhat: East Town\, Get Down Independent Music and Food Festival\nWhen: Saturday\, May 23\, 2026 | 6 p.m. – Midnight\nWhere: International Avenue (17 Ave SE\, Calgary)\, spanning six blocks.\nTickets/Info: etgd.ca\n\nVenues: Pacific Hut Filipino Restaurant\, Paradise Lanes Bowling Alley\, Bravo Restaurant\, TG Juice Bar\, Massawa Eritrean Restaurant\, Border Crossing\, Saigon Chef Vietnamese Restaurant\, Kokonut Kove Pub\, Maane’s Bistro and 32nd Street Park. \nWristbands can be purchased at easttowngetdown.ca or ETGD.ca.
URL:https://cjsw.com/event/east-town-get-down/
LOCATION:Border Crossing Pub\, 1814 36 St SE\, Calgary\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live Music,Post-Punk/Art Rock,Punk,Rock,Rock/Punk,Staff Picks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260523T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260523T120000
DTSTAMP:20260522T232104
CREATED:20260505T183413Z
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SUMMARY:HANDS IN - Creating Together\, Leaving a Mark
DESCRIPTION:HANDS IN – Creating Together\, Leaving a Mark \nSaturday\, May 23\, 2026 \n1:00 pm – 6:00 pm \nAlcove Core \n244 7 Avenue Southwest\, Calgary\, AB\, T2P 0W6 \nWelcome to a creative gathering built around presence\, art\, and shared experience. Step into a warm\, human-centered hub where local artists bring the space to life through live painting\, conversation\, and the quiet rhythm of screen printing. Whether you are coming to donate\, observe\, or simply enjoy the atmosphere\, this is a space to experience creativity unfolding in real time. As the day winds down\, the energy shifts from observation to participation\, inviting guests to join the guided painting session and leave their own mark as part of a growing collective archive. \n– This event is hosted by HnB Archives\, please direct any event inquiries to\n(825) 712-6338.\n– All ages welcome\, No RSVP Required From 1 pm – 6 pm. \n-To register for the evening guided painting session\, click here!
URL:https://cjsw.com/event/hands-in-creating-together-leaving-a-mark/
LOCATION:Alcove Arts Centre\, 244 7 Ave SW\, Calgary\, Canada
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Art,Non-Music Events,Staff Picks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260522T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260523T000000
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SUMMARY:The Mahones 35th Anniversary Show
DESCRIPTION:The Mahones celebrate their 35th anniversary with a special tribute tour with the songs of Shane MacGowan from The Pogues & The Popes. \nWhen: Friday\, May 22nd – 8:00 PM \nWhere: Dickens YYC \nTickets: $30 Eventbrite \nAges: 18+
URL:https://cjsw.com/event/the-mahones-35th-anniversary-show/
LOCATION:Dickens\, 1000 9 Ave SW\, Calgary\, Canada
CATEGORIES:18+,Punk,Punk Rock,Staff Picks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260522T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260523T000000
DTSTAMP:20260522T232104
CREATED:20260521T211747Z
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SUMMARY:Tim Olive // Quanset Hut // Char // Met Glass
DESCRIPTION:Experimental Acts: \n\nTim Olive\nQuanset Hut\nChar\nMet Glass\n\nWhere: Loophole Coffee Bar \nWhen: Friday\, May 22nd – 7PM \nTickets: $15 at the Door \nAges: All Ages
URL:https://cjsw.com/event/tim-olive-quanset-hut-char-met-glass/
LOCATION:LoopHole Coffee Bar\, 1040 8 Ave SW\, Calgary\, Canada
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Experimental,Staff Picks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260522T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260522T233000
DTSTAMP:20260522T232104
CREATED:20260407T182950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T163419Z
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SUMMARY:I am the Mountain\, The Vidos and Astrocaster
DESCRIPTION:I am the Mountain\, The Vidos and Astrocaster \nWhere: Palomino Smokehouse and Social Club\n109 7 Avenue S.W Calgary\nhttp://thepalomino.ca/\n18+ with government issued identification\nWhen: Friday May 22\, 2026\nDoors: 7:00pm / Action 8:00pm\nAdmission: $15.00 advance at www.showpass.com\nNO JERK POLICY ALWAYS IN EFFECT!! \nI am the Mountain\nSoulful Indie Rock\nhttps://iamthemountain.bandcamp.com\nhttps://www.instagram.com/iamthemountain.ca \nThe Vidos\nFuzzed-out\, funky soul.\nhttps://thevidos.bandcamp.com\nhttps://www.instagram.com/thevidosband \nAstrocaster\nClassic Alternative Rock\nhttps://astrocaster.bandcamp.com\nhttps://www.instagram.com/astrocaster_
URL:https://cjsw.com/event/i-am-the-mountain-the-vidos-and-astrocaster/
LOCATION:Palomino\, 109 7 Ave SW\, Calgary\, Canada
CATEGORIES:18+,Alternative Rock,Indie,Indie Rock,Rock,Soul,Staff Picks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260521T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260521T233000
DTSTAMP:20260522T232104
CREATED:20260407T182743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T163419Z
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SUMMARY:Hard Charger\, Deathknell\, Divine Apprehension\, Narcissistic Necrosis
DESCRIPTION:Hard Charger\, Deathknell\, Divine Apprehension\, Narcissistic Necrosis \nWhere: Palomino Smokehouse and Social Club\n109 7 Avenue S.W Calgary\nhttp://thepalomino.ca/\n18+ with government issued identification\nWhen: Thursday May 21\, 2026\nDoors: 7:00pm / Action 7:30pm\nAdmission: $15.00 advance at www.showpass.com\nNO JERK POLICY ALWAYS IN EFFECT!! \nHard Charger (Fredericton\, New Brunswick)\nNihilistic Rock n Roll\nhttps://hardcharger.bandcamp.com\nhttps://www.instagram.com/hardcharger506 \nDeathknell\nMetal Charged Rockers\nhttps://deathknellpunk.bandcamp.com\nhttps://www.instagram.com/deathknellpunk \nDivine Apprehension\nDeath Thrash\nhttps://www.instagram.com/divineapprehension \nNarcissistic Necrosis\nOne-man Deathgrind\nhttps://www.instagram.com/narcissisticnecrosis\nhttps://narcissisticnecrosisofficial.bandcamp.com
URL:https://cjsw.com/event/hard-charger-deathknell-divine-apprehension-narcissistic-necrosis/
LOCATION:Palomino\, 109 7 Ave SW\, Calgary\, Canada
CATEGORIES:18+,Death Metal,Metal,Staff Picks,Thrash Metal
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260521T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260521T233000
DTSTAMP:20260522T232104
CREATED:20260428T201724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T163419Z
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SUMMARY:Kate & The Comets
DESCRIPTION:Musical collective Kate & The Comets bring their funk-soul fusion to the legendary King Eddy stage on May 21. \n  \nTickets are $20 in Advance & $25 at the door
URL:https://cjsw.com/event/kate-the-comets/
LOCATION:King Eddy\, 438 9 Ave SE\, Calgary\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Soul,Staff Picks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260521T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260522T000000
DTSTAMP:20260522T232104
CREATED:20260521T210841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T210841Z
UID:107829-1779390000-1779408000@cjsw.com
SUMMARY:FACT // Quiet Winter // Eye of Newt // Jairus Sharif
DESCRIPTION:All Ages Alt/ Post Rock Acts at Loophole Coffee Bar \n\nFACT\nQuiet Winter\nEye of Newt\nJairus Sharif\n\nWhen: Thursday\, May 21st – Doors 7 PM / Bands 8 PM \nWhere Loophole Coffee Bar \nTickets: $15 at the door \nAges: All Ages
URL:https://cjsw.com/event/fact-quiet-winter-eye-of-newt-jairus-sharif/
LOCATION:LoopHole Coffee Bar\, 1040 8 Ave SW\, Calgary\, Canada
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Alternative Rock,Alternative Rock,Experimental,Rock,Staff Picks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260520T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260520T233000
DTSTAMP:20260522T232104
CREATED:20260303T193830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T193830Z
UID:105807-1779307200-1779319800@cjsw.com
SUMMARY:Béton Armé with guests
DESCRIPTION:Béton Armé with guests \nWhere: Palomino Smokehouse and Social Club\n109 7 Avenue S.W Calgary\nhttp://thepalomino.ca/\n18+ with government issued identification\nWhen: Wednesday May 20\, 2026\nDoors: 7:00pm / Action 8:00pm\nAdmission: $20.00 advance at www.showpass.com\nGeneral On-sale Date: Friday February 6\, 2026 @ 12pm MT\nNO JERK POLICY ALWAYS IN EFFECT!! \nBéton Armé (Montreal)\nMontréal has always had an active music scene\, but it seems hard for bands to break out and reach wider audiences outside Canada. However\, when a band is able to break out\, they become the archetype for their respective sounds\, creating something entirely unique from familiar riffs and structures.Take VOIVOID’s sci-fi thrash and speed metal mutation from the 80s\, INEPSY’s motör-charged wasteland punk ‘n’ roll from the early 2000’s and now…BÉTON ARMÉ’s uplifting blend of Oi!\, punk and hardcore. While it seems most people are learning about the band through their recent tours—hitting cities in Europe\, USA\, Australia and Japan—they have been active since 2018\, meticulously dialing in their sound. \nInitially influenced by the skinhead scenes of France and Italy\, their new LP “Renaissance” borrows from sounds outside the subculture\, orchestrating harmonies to unite the punks\, skins and moshers. The comparison to L’INFANTERIE SAUVAGE is undeniable (they even cover “Les poings levés mais les poings liés”!) with odd song structures switching from slow melodies to fast punchy pogo beats. The Italian influence also still remains\, tapping into bands showcased on the “QUELLI CHE URLANO ANCHORA…” compilation (BASTA\, NABAT\, ROUGH\, etc…). However on this LP\, there is a subtle influence of early American hardcore bands\, adding more stomping rhythms and upping the pace of the songs. \nRenaissance is an excellent example of how a band can evolve their sound without losing the aspects that define them: razor sharps riffs\, unexpected disco drum syncopations and\, of course\, orchestral “Ohhhhhhs”. Every song verges on an anthem that will get stuck in your head for days. \nThis record truly is a “Renaissance”\, hopefully ushering in a new era of scene unity and positivity\, making you believe that together anything is possible. L’Union Fait La Force! – www.lavidaesunmus.com \nhttps://www.betonarmeband.com\nhttps://betonarmeoimtl.bandcamp.com\nhttps://www.instagram.com/betonarme_514 \nIn the spirit of reconciliation\, we acknowledge that we live\, work and play on the traditional territories of the Blackfoot Confederacy (Siksika\, Kainai\, Piikani)\, the Tsuut’ina First Nation\, the Iyarhe Nakoda (including Chiniki\, Bearspaw\, and Goodstoney First Nations)\, the Battle River Territory of the Métis Nation of Alberta Districts 5 & 6\, and all people who make their homes in the Treaty 7 region of Southern Alberta. \nNO JERK POLICY ALWAYS IN EFFECT!!
URL:https://cjsw.com/event/beton-arme-with-guests/
LOCATION:Palomino\, 109 7 Ave SW\, Calgary\, Canada
CATEGORIES:18+,Hardcore,Metal,Punk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260520T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260521T000000
DTSTAMP:20260522T232104
CREATED:20260429T215244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T193359Z
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SUMMARY:Béton Armé with Grotto\, Creeping Chill and Closetalkers
DESCRIPTION:Béton Armé with guests Grotto\, Creeping Chill and Closetalkers \nWhere: Palomino Smokehouse and Social Club\n109 7 Avenue S.W Calgary\nhttp://thepalomino.ca/\n18+ with government issued identification\nWhen: Wednesday May 20\, 2026\nDoors: 7:00pm / Action 8:00pm\nAdmission: $20.00 advance at www.showpass.com\nGeneral On-sale Date: Friday February 6\, 2026 @ 12pm MT\nNO JERK POLICY ALWAYS IN EFFECT!! \nBéton Armé (Montreal)\nMontréal has always had an active music scene\, but it seems hard for bands to break out and reach wider audiences outside Canada. However\, when a band is able to break out\, they become the archetype for their respective sounds\, creating something entirely unique from familiar riffs and structures.Take VOIVOID’s sci-fi thrash and speed metal mutation from the 80s\, INEPSY’s motör-charged wasteland punk ‘n’ roll from the early 2000’s and now…BÉTON ARMÉ’s uplifting blend of Oi!\, punk and hardcore. While it seems most people are learning about the band through their recent tours—hitting cities in Europe\, USA\, Australia and Japan—they have been active since 2018\, meticulously dialing in their sound. \nInitially influenced by the skinhead scenes of France and Italy\, their new LP “Renaissance” borrows from sounds outside the subculture\, orchestrating harmonies to unite the punks\, skins and moshers. The comparison to L’INFANTERIE SAUVAGE is undeniable (they even cover “Les poings levés mais les poings liés”!) with odd song structures switching from slow melodies to fast punchy pogo beats. The Italian influence also still remains\, tapping into bands showcased on the “QUELLI CHE URLANO ANCHORA…” compilation (BASTA\, NABAT\, ROUGH\, etc…). However on this LP\, there is a subtle influence of early American hardcore bands\, adding more stomping rhythms and upping the pace of the songs. \nRenaissance is an excellent example of how a band can evolve their sound without losing the aspects that define them: razor sharps riffs\, unexpected disco drum syncopations and\, of course\, orchestral “Ohhhhhhs”. Every song verges on an anthem that will get stuck in your head for days. \nThis record truly is a “Renaissance”\, hopefully ushering in a new era of scene unity and positivity\, making you believe that together anything is possible. L’Union Fait La Force! – www.lavidaesunmus.com \nhttps://www.betonarmeband.com\nhttps://betonarmeoimtl.bandcamp.com\nhttps://www.instagram.com/betonarme_514 \nGrotto (Toronto/Calgary)\nHardcore Punk\nhttps://serpentsgallery.bandcamp.com/album/sg06-grotto-targeted-solution \nCreeping Chill (Edmonton)\nD-Beat Hardcore\nhttps://creepingchill.bandcamp.com \nClosetalkers\nD-Beat Crust\nhttps://www.instagram.com/close.talkers\nhttps://neontasterecords.bandcamp.com/album/path-to-peace
URL:https://cjsw.com/event/beton-arme-with-grotto-creeping-chill-and-closetalkers/
LOCATION:Palomino\, 109 7 Ave SW\, Calgary\, Canada
CATEGORIES:18+,Hardcore,Punk,Staff Picks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260519T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260519T180000
DTSTAMP:20260522T232104
CREATED:20260505T182205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T182205Z
UID:107394-1779195600-1779213600@cjsw.com
SUMMARY:Arkells – Between Us City Takeover at Palomino
DESCRIPTION:Arkells – Between Us City Takeover at Palomino Smokehouse \nWhere: Palomino Smokehouse and Social Club\n109 7 Avenue S.W Calgary\nhttp://thepalomino.ca/\n18+ with government issued identification\nWhen: Tuesday May 19\, 2026 Doors: 7:00pm\nArtist presale / Wed\, Feb 18\, 2026\, 10:00 a.m. MST\nLive Nation presale / Thu\, Feb 19\, 2026\, 12:00 p.m. MST\nGeneral sale / Fri\, Feb 20\, 2026\, 10:00 a.m. MST\nhttps://www.ticketmaster.ca \nNO JERK POLICY ALWAYS IN EFFECT!! \nArkells\nWhether they’re rocking stadiums\, making a beeline for the discotheque\, or gathering around the campfire\, the implicit message of Arkells is always the same: everyone is welcome here. Since the beginning\, Arkells have never wavered in their mission to be the house band that soundtracks the greatest nights of your life and provides emotional support in your darkest hours. And that communal spirit is reflected in an ever-evolving sound that hits all the perennial pleasure points—fusing the anthemic power of alt-rock\, the pulpit-shaking passion of vintage soul\, the off-the-cuff intimacy of singer-songwriter music\, the urbane edge of 21st-century indie\, and the futurist aesthetics of modern R&B. \nThanks to that eclectic ethos\, Arkells have continued to evolve\, while making everyone feel right at home. As one of the most heavily rotated acts on radio\, and all-time record holders of the JUNO Award for “Group of the Year\,” Arkells have extended their reach beyond borders by infiltrating all corners of pop culture; from global sports telecasts and top-tier video games to the stages of Coachella and Bonnaroo. But the band’s longevity is ultimately a function of their commitment to never coasting on past glories and to always live completely in the moment. Even through their impressive history together\, Arkells still approach every gig as an opportunity to prove themselves to the unconverted; as they’re fond of saying\, each time they take the stage\, “we understand the assignment.” The first rule of rock ‘n’ roll is to play every show like it’s your last—but as Arkells prove night after night\, it’s just as important to hold onto the unbridled energy and enthusiasm of your first. \nhttps://www.arkellsmusic.com\nhttps://www.instagram.com/arkellsmusic \nIn the spirit of reconciliation\, we acknowledge that we live\, work and play on the traditional territories of the Blackfoot Confederacy (Siksika\, Kainai\, Piikani)\, the Tsuut’ina First Nation\, the Iyarhe Nakoda (including Chiniki\, Bearspaw\, and Goodstoney First Nations)\, the Battle River Territory of the Métis Nation of Alberta Districts 5 & 6\, and all people who make their homes in the Treaty 7 region of Southern Alberta.\nNO JERK POLICY ALWAYS IN EFFECT!
URL:https://cjsw.com/event/arkells-between-us-city-takeover-at-palomino/
LOCATION:Palomino\, 109 7 Ave SW\, Calgary\, Canada
CATEGORIES:18+,Alternative Rock,Alternative Rock,Indie,Rock,Singer-songwriter
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260517T213000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260518T000000
DTSTAMP:20260522T232104
CREATED:20260429T212430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T193327Z
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SUMMARY:ka lok Calgary Debut Show
DESCRIPTION:ka lok is an electronic alternative artist based out of Regina\, Saskatchewan.\n\nThey just released their debut album in February this year called Opium Boy.\n\nThey will play their first ever show in Calgary on May 17th\, Sunday\, with Calgary locals\, Tawni Bias\, St Cartier\, and Eager Age (I Am The Mountain duo group).\n\nTo listen to ka lok’s music\, visit: https://www.shazam.com/event/99bc39ac-2295-4865-89dc-b17ee81d697a\n\nFor more information about the show\, visit: https://indie.now/event/QLnEBRj981oigKAhaVX7
URL:https://cjsw.com/event/ka-lok-calgary-debut-show/
LOCATION:Blox Arts Centre\, 834 11 Ave SW\, Calgary\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Darkwave,Electronic,Experimental,Industrial,Staff Picks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260516T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260516T233000
DTSTAMP:20260522T232104
CREATED:20260407T182511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T160455Z
UID:106732-1778961600-1778974200@cjsw.com
SUMMARY:CHEER\, BITTER//WASHED\, THEE CANADIAN DISPATCH
DESCRIPTION:CHEER\, BITTER//WASHED\, THEE CANADIAN DISPATCH \nWhere: Palomino Smokehouse and Social Club\n109 7 Avenue S.W Calgary\nhttp://thepalomino.ca/\n18+ with government issued identification\nWhen: Saturday May 16\, 2026\nDoors: 8:00pm / Action 9:00pm\nAdmission: $16.00 advance at www.showpass.com\nNO JERK POLICY ALWAYS IN EFFECT!! \nCHEER\nPsychedelic Prog Rock\nhttps://cheertheband.bandcamp.com\nhttps://www.instagram.com/cheertheband \nBITTER//WASHED\nPsych Garage Punk\nhttps://bitterwashed.bandcamp.com\nhttps://www.instagram.com/bitter_washed \nTHEE CANADIAN DISPATCH\nExperimental Garbage Surf\nhttps://www.instagram.com/thee_canadian_dispatch
URL:https://cjsw.com/event/cheer-bitter-washed-thee-canadian-dispatch/
CATEGORIES:18+,Progressive Rock,Psychedelic Rock,Punk,Staff Picks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260516T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260516T233000
DTSTAMP:20260522T232104
CREATED:20260514T175120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T175120Z
UID:107650-1778958000-1778974200@cjsw.com
SUMMARY:Danny Brown
DESCRIPTION:Danny Brown is known for his high-energy performances\, sharp lyricism\, and genre-pushing approach to hip-hop. The Detroit rapper brings his unmistakable live show to Calgary for one night only at The Palace Theatre. \nDate: Saturday\, May 16th\, 2026 \nDoors: 7:00PM \n18+ only with valid government issued ID \n 
URL:https://cjsw.com/event/danny-brown/
LOCATION:The Palace Theatre\, 219 8 Ave SW\, Calgary\, Canada
CATEGORIES:18+,Hip Hop,Rap,Rap,Staff Picks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260516T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260517T000000
DTSTAMP:20260522T232104
CREATED:20260514T162653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T192639Z
UID:107646-1778952600-1778976000@cjsw.com
SUMMARY:Bullmastiff Presents All Ages Bill at #1 Legion
DESCRIPTION:Who: Bullmastiff // Solace // Wack // Fulltit \nWhen: May 16th – 5:30 PM doors / 6:00 PM bands \nWhere: Royal Canadian Legion #1 \nTickets: $10 at the door \nAll Ages
URL:https://cjsw.com/event/bullmastiff-presents-all-ages-bill-at-1-legion/
LOCATION:Royal Canadian Legion Branch #1\, 116 7 Ave SE\, Calgary\, Canada
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Punk,Punk Rock,Rock,Staff Picks
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260516T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260516T153000
DTSTAMP:20260522T232104
CREATED:20260324T182901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T182901Z
UID:106401-1778936400-1778945400@cjsw.com
SUMMARY:ILLUSTRATE THE PAST: USING PHOTOGRAPHS AND TEXTS
DESCRIPTION:Bring the past to life through traditional hand sketching using photography as a reference! This workshop\, led by artist Karen Jeane Mills\, will guide you through the theory and practice of transforming photos into hand sketches. You can expect an emphasis on local history\, Calgary art traditions\, and respectful representation while you explore a new\, old art style! All materials are provided. \nInspired to explore Calgary through new eyes? Pick up a copy of any of the maps on display from the gift shop and prepare to get to know the city in a whole new way! Registration also includes museum admission\, so feel free to explore the current exhibit\, Mapping History: The Calgary Atlas Projectbefore the walk. \nThis is a FREE event. Registration is required.\nMay 16\n1:00-3:30 pm
URL:https://cjsw.com/event/illustrate-the-past-using-photographs-and-texts/
LOCATION:Lougheed House\, 707 13 Ave SW\, Calgary\, AB\, T2R 0K8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Non-Music Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260515T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260515T233000
DTSTAMP:20260522T232104
CREATED:20260407T182256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T160635Z
UID:106730-1778875200-1778887800@cjsw.com
SUMMARY:Dandy Brewing Presents Bloodshoot Bill (MTL)\, Poisin Sucker (WPG)\, Amy Nelson and droogaloo
DESCRIPTION:Dandy Brewing Presents Bloodshot Bill (MTL)\, Poisin Sucker (WPG)\, Amy Nelson and droogaloo \nWhere: Palomino Smokehouse and Social Club\n109 7 Avenue S.W Calgary\nhttp://thepalomino.ca/\n18+ with government issued identification\nWhen: Friday May 15\, 2026\nDoors: 8:00pm / Action 9:00pm\nAdmission: $20.00 advance at www.showpass.com\nNO JERK POLICY ALWAYS IN EFFECT!! \nBloodshot Bill (Montreal)\nFrom his first self-released album in 2001\, through sixteen more\, over thirty singles\, and collaborations with the likes of King Khan\, Mark Sultan\, Jon Spencer\, Deke Dickerson\, and the 5.6.7.8’s\, Bloodshot Bill has parlayed his unique blend of rockabilly\, R&B and garage rock into feverishly prolific productions that tap into the very roots of mutant rock’n’roll. As his reputation has grown\, Bloodshot Bill has been deemed a rockabilly wildman\, a primitive\, a seminal punk\, a throwback to the wild ‘50s\, and the deranged spirit of psychobilly madness. His latest album\, Psyche-o-Billy\, which will be released on Goner Records on November 24\, 2023\, exudes raw energy and authenticity via a frenzied\, stripped down soundscape that defies all rules and descriptions. \nA giant in the rockabilly/sleaze underworld\, thrilling crowds around the world for over two decades! \n“like Roy Orbison with a head injury” – John Waters. \nhttps://www.bloodshotbill.com\nhttps://bloodshotbill.bandcamp.com\nhttps://www.instagram.com/bloodshotbill \nPoisin Sucker (Winnipeg)\nRaw’n’Trashy Garage Rock\nhttps://poisonsuckers.bandcamp.com\nhttps://www.instagram.com/poisonsuckers \nAmy Nelson\nTumbleweed Psychedelic Garage Blues\nhttps://amynelsonmusic.bandcamp.com\nhttps://www.instagram.com/amyflyingakite \ndroogaloo\nPuck Slapping Maple Sucker\nhttps://www.instagram.com/droogaloo \nDandy Brewing\nLtd. SMALL BATCH BEER 𝕰𝖘𝖙 2014\nhttps://thedandybrewingcompany.com\nhttps://www.instagram.com/dandybrewing
URL:https://cjsw.com/event/dandy-brewing-presents-bloodshoot-bill-mtl-poisin-sucker-wpg-amy-nelson-and-droogaloo/
LOCATION:Palomino\, 109 7 Ave SW\, Calgary\, Canada
CATEGORIES:18+,Blues,RnB,Rock,Rockabilly,Staff Picks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260514T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260515T000000
DTSTAMP:20260522T232104
CREATED:20260514T161146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T192639Z
UID:107642-1778783400-1778803200@cjsw.com
SUMMARY:Distortion on\, Distortion Off - Won't the Music Guide Your Hand? - Fundraiser for Jits
DESCRIPTION:ALL AGES ALT/ RIOT GRRLLL/ POP PUNK ACTS !!! at Loophole Coffee Bar!!\n• \nMedusas \nDisorderly Conduct \nMannequin Tits \nDeadringer \n•\nMAY 14TH\, THURSDAY\nDoors at 6pm\, Bands at 6:30pm\n$10 Cover fee \n• \nAll Ages
URL:https://cjsw.com/event/medusas-disorderly-conduct-mannequin-tits-deadringer/
LOCATION:LoopHole Coffee Bar\, 1040 8 Ave SW\, Calgary\, Canada
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Pop Punk,Punk,Staff Picks
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260513T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260517T220000
DTSTAMP:20260522T232104
CREATED:20260429T212812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T160635Z
UID:107267-1778677200-1779055200@cjsw.com
SUMMARY:The 28th Annual Fairy Tales: Queer Art & Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:Access all 12 screenings at FTFF 2026—save with a Festival Pass & experience bold queer cinema all festival long!\n\n\n\nThe 28th annual Fairy Tales Queer Art & Film Festival (FTFF)\, presented by the Calgary Queer Arts Society\, returns to Contemporary Calgary from May 13–17\, 2026\, bringing together 42 films from 20 countries in a vibrant celebration of 2SLGBTQIA+ storytelling from around the world. \nOne of Canada’s longest-running queer film festivals\, Fairy Tales will showcase eight feature films and 34 short films spanning genres from documentary and narrative cinema to experimental shorts and musical film. \nExperience the Full Festival\nWith a Festival Pass\, you’ll get access to every screening—perfect for those looking to fully immerse themselves in the festival experience\, featuring12 bold\, boundary-pushing film screening events\, all celebrating queer storytelling from across Canada and around the world. \nFestival Pass Includes\n\nAccess to all 12 film screenings events\nEntry to screenings at Contemporary Calgary\nA curated journey through powerful\, diverse queer cinema\nThe flexibility to build your own festival schedule\n\nWhy Get a Festival Pass?\nIf you’re planning to attend 6 or more screenings\, the Festival Pass offers the best value. \nDiscover new filmmakers\, support queer artists\, and be part of a vibrant community experience! \nSave 15% off with the EARLY BIRD FESTIVAL PASS – valid until MAY 1st\n\n\n\n\nFestival Line Up (Tickets):\nWEDNESDAY\, MAY 13th\, 2026:\nStar Walker – 6:30 PM\nFeature Film: Star Walker \nTHURSDAY\, MAY 14th\, 2026:\nThe Secret of Me – 6:30 PM\nShort Film: Narmook\nFeature Film: The Secret of Me \nWarla – 9:00 PM\nFeature Film: Warla \nFRIDAY\, MAY 15th\, 2026:\nNIÑXS – 6:30 PM\nShort Film: Snakeskin\nFeature Film: NIÑXS \nMeat The Movie – 9:00 PM\nFeature Film: Meat The Movie \nSATURDAY\, MAY 16th\, 2026:\nProgrammer’s Choice – 1:00 PM\nShort Films: 8 Short Films \nAround The World – 3:30 PM\nShort Films: 6 Sort Films \nA Place Where I Belong – 6:30 PM\nShort Film: Linger\nFeature Film: A Place Where I Belong \nThe Deepest Space In Us – 9:00 PM\nShort Film: Daphne and Pol\nFeature Film: The Deepest Space In Us \nSUNDAY\, MAY 17th\, 2026\nYouth / Family – 1:00 PM\nShort Film: 7 Short Films \nFirsts – 3:30 PM\nShort Film: 7 Short Films \nSally! – 6:30 PM\nShort Film: Lenceria Milagros\nFeature Film: Sally! \n\n\n\n\nHow It Works (Important)\nYour Festival Pass gives you access to all screenings—but you must reserve a ticket for each film you plan to attend. \nFor each screening:\n\nSelect “Festival Passholder (Free – Pass Required)”\nComplete checkout to secure your seat\n\nWhen Arriving at Venue\, you will Need:\n\nYour Festival Pass\nYour Screening Ticket(s)\n\nBoth will be scanned at entry. \nPlan Ahead\n\nEach screening is limited to 193 seats\nReservations are first come\, first served\nSome screenings may sell out\n\nWe strongly recommend reserving your tickets as early as possible.
URL:https://cjsw.com/event/the-28th-annual-fairy-tales-queer-art-film-festival/
LOCATION:Contemporary Calgary\, 701 11 St SW\, Calgary\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Film,Non-Music Events,Staff Picks
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260512T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260512T223000
DTSTAMP:20260522T232104
CREATED:20260407T194050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T192639Z
UID:106760-1778610600-1778625000@cjsw.com
SUMMARY:GATECREEPER w/ ETERNAL\, DYING REMAINS and MISYRION
DESCRIPTION:ConcertWorks & Project 23 Present\nGATECREEPER w/ ETERNAL\, DYING REMAINS & MISYRION\n\n\nTue\, 12 May\, 6:30 PM MDT\n\n\nTICKETS: $42 (fees included) \n\n\nDescription\n\n\nGATECREEPER\nhttps://www.facebook.com/gatecreeper\nhttps://www.instagram.com/gatecreeper/ETERNAL \nhttps://www.facebook.com/Eternalbandaz\nhttps://www.instagram.com/eternalbandaz/ \nDYING REMAINS\nhttps://www.facebook.com/dyingremains/\nhttps://www.instagram.com/dying.remains/ \nMISYRION\nhttps://www.instagram.com/misyrion_\nhttps://misyrion.bandcamp.com/ \n\n\n\n\n\nFor more information\, visit: https://www.ticketweb.ca/event/gatecreeper-w-eternal-dying-remains-dickens-pub-tickets/14741833
URL:https://cjsw.com/event/gatecreeper-w-eternal-dying-remains-misyrion/
LOCATION:Dickens\, 1000 9 Ave SW\, Calgary\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Metal,Staff Picks
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260510T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260510T203000
DTSTAMP:20260522T232104
CREATED:20260303T203045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T203045Z
UID:105847-1778434200-1778445000@cjsw.com
SUMMARY:
DESCRIPTION:Perspective Film Series:\nThe Animatrix (2003)\nMay 10\n5:30 PM | Dome Theatre\n\n\n\nThe Animatrix (2003) is an anthology of nine animated short films that expand upon the Matrix universe\, exploring its mythology\, the machine war\, and life inside the simulation. Conceived by the Wachowskis\, it covers the history of the machines\, human resistance\, and glitches within the system \nCountry: US\, Japan \n102 minutes\, in Japanese and English with English subtitles \nDisclaimer: This film contains some difficult subject matter\, including violence and nudity\, which may be triggering for some viewers. \nFREE for members. Non-members: $10—your ticket to this screening includes admission to Contemporary Calgary. Our galleries are open from 12-5 PM for viewing prior to attending the program.
URL:https://cjsw.com/event/105847/
LOCATION:Contemporary Calgary\, 701 11 St SW\, Calgary\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Film,Non-Music Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260510T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260510T144500
DTSTAMP:20260522T232104
CREATED:20260507T185449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T185613Z
UID:107446-1778403600-1778424300@cjsw.com
SUMMARY:Mother’s Day Brunch with Michela Sheedy
DESCRIPTION:Treat the music-loving mothers in your life to an extra special afternoon featuring a legendary King Eddy brunch paired with the heartfelt tunes of soul-country singer Michela Sheedy. \nEach ticket includes the show and the brunch buffet with a delicious selection of King Eddy dishes as well as complimentary coffee\, tea\, and kids’ juice. Gratuity of 20% is included in the ticket price. \nSEATING #1 – 9 AM\nDoors & Buffet Open – 9:00 am\nLive Music – 9:30 am to 10:15 am\nEvent Ends – 10:45 am \nSEATING #2 – 11 AM\nDoors & Buffet Open – 11:00 am\nLive Music – 11:30 am to 12:15 pm\nEvent Ends – 12:45 pm \nSEATING #3 – 1 PM\nDoors & Buffet Open – 1:00 pm\nLive Music – 1:30 pm to 2:15 pm\nEvent Ends – 2:45 pm \nTickets: https://www.showpass.com/mothers-day-brunch-with-michela-sheedy-at-the-king-eddy-2026/?no-cache=1
URL:https://cjsw.com/event/mothers-day-brunch-with-michela-sheedy/
LOCATION:King Eddy\, 438 9 Ave SE\, Calgary\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Country
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260509T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260509T233000
DTSTAMP:20260522T232104
CREATED:20260407T193335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T193423Z
UID:106758-1778356800-1778369400@cjsw.com
SUMMARY:The Accused AD w/ Powerload\, Sick Ritual\, Disaster Relief
DESCRIPTION:Crossover thrash punks\, THE ACCUSED AD\, will be bringing their splatter classics to Calgary for the first time in decades this spring! \nPrice: $30 \nFor more information\, visit: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/the-accused-ad-w-powerload-sick-ritual-disaster-relief-tickets-1981408066866
URL:https://cjsw.com/event/the-accused-ad-w-powerload-sick-ritual-disaster-relief/
LOCATION:Dickens\, 1000 9 Ave SW\, Calgary\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Punk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260509T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260509T220000
DTSTAMP:20260522T232104
CREATED:20260429T211236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T211236Z
UID:107263-1778355000-1778364000@cjsw.com
SUMMARY:Encuentros: A Flamenco and Arabic Music Dialogue
DESCRIPTION:Encuentros is a musical meeting of Flamenco and Arabic traditions.\nFeaturing traditional Flamenco and Arabic music and dance alongside fusion works\, the program explores the cultural exchanges and shared influences between these vibrant artistic traditions. \nThe performance brings together an ensemble of musicians and dancers whose traditions meet on stage in a vibrant exchange of rhythm and movement. Vocalist and flamenco dancer Annette Morcos leads the program\, performing in both Spanish and Arabic. She is joined by Michael Boyle on flamenco guitar\, Ayham Kardouh on oud\, Josiane Saba on qanun\, and Bob Fenske on percussion\, as well as dancers Jessica Peñalver-Côté and Anastassiia Alexander in interpreting flamenco movements\, alongside Arabic dance by Nico Hernandez and guest dancers. Together\, the artists create a rich soundscape where flamenco and Arabic musical traditions meet\, converse\, and inspire new artistic encounters. \n\nDate: Saturday May 9\, 2026\nTime: Doors open at 7:30 / Start time: 8:00 pm\nLocation: Lantern Community Church – 1401 10th Avenue S.E.\, Calgary\nPrice: $32 early bird until April 11 / $35 after April 11\n\nFor more information\, visit: https://www.showpass.com/encuentros/
URL:https://cjsw.com/event/encuentros-a-flamenco-and-arabic-music-dialogue/
LOCATION:Lantern Church\, 1401 10 Ave SE\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Dance,Live Music,Performing Arts
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260506
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260817
DTSTAMP:20260522T232104
CREATED:20260505T184359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T184359Z
UID:107400-1778104800-1786917599@cjsw.com
SUMMARY:Haig Aivazian: You May Own the Lanterns\, but We Have the Light
DESCRIPTION:Exhibit: Haig Aivazian’s You May Own the Lanterns\, but We Have the Light \nContamporary Calgary: #701 11th Street SW\, Calgary\, AB\, T2P 2C4 \nMay 7—August 16\, 2026 \nWho has the power to control light? In what ways can darkness be weaponized? \nYou May Own the Lanterns\, but We Have the Light (2022-ongoing) brings together three episodes of a cartoon mini-series by Haig Aivazian\, building on his ongoing examination of the public administration of light and darkness as a policing tool. \nDrawing on the history of public lighting\, the work considers artificial light not just as a means for illuminating the streets at night\, but as a mechanism of governance\, where visibility underpins surveillance\, authority\, and the staging and enforcement of social order in public space. \nMost civilizations have long understood the night as a realm of mystery. It belongs to creatures we have been trained to fear: gargoyles\, vampires\, and werewolves\, lurking through the shadows. They inhabit the darkness\, only to be banished by daylight – exposed\, vilified\, and cast as dangerous. But the night is also when we dream. Reality loosens its grip and other worlds begin to take shape. In dreams\, regimes can falter\, hierarchies dissolve\, and new orders come into being – if only for a moment\, before the day returns. \nYou May Own the Lanterns\, but We Have the Light is composed of fragments of found cartoons and animations from a wide range of sources\, all meticulously redrawn\, stitched together\, and reanimated in collaboration with a team of animators in Beirut\, with varying degrees of alteration to the original material. In this work\, the night becomes fertile ground for upheaval and resistance\, a space that allows for refuge and revolution\, where efforts to take it over and colonize it are met with acts of subversive escapism and defiance. \nThe exhibition looks at both the street and the nightclub as sites of disruption\, drawing parallels between dancing and protest as forms of communal resistance. But it also traces the moment when these gestures begin to fail – when dance\, gathering\, and dreaming are no longer sufficient to hold the weight of opposition. This moment demands that we consider the necessity of other modes of cultural production\, ones that are capable of fighting – and ultimately undoing – the conditions that allow an oppressive world order to persist. \nHere\, we are faced with a threshold: prevailing systems are about to collapse\, and new ones have yet to take shape. How can we reclaim power in the night?
URL:https://cjsw.com/event/haig-aivazian-you-may-own-the-lanterns-but-we-have-the-light/
LOCATION:Contemporary Calgary\, 701 11 St SW\, Calgary\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Non-Music Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260506T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260506T170000
DTSTAMP:20260522T232104
CREATED:20260429T205041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T172521Z
UID:107256-1778061600-1778086800@cjsw.com
SUMMARY:National Music Centre Launches PlayLab: a Free Hands-On Music Playground
DESCRIPTION:Interactive community space to transform visitors from observers into active music-makers on May 6th \nThe National Music Centre (NMC) is unveiling PlayLab\, a new interactive environment designed to turn visitors from observers into active music-makers. Opening May 6 on the main floor of Studio Bell\, the space is free and accessible to all. \nPlayLab is a space to explore\, experiment\, and make music together. This interactive exhibit and welcoming community hub offers something for everyone\, with connections to Grade 2 curriculum. It invites children\, families\, and multigenerational audiences to jump in and discover sound in their own way. \nThe experience unfolds across three connected zones. The first section features Strings\, Percussion\, Wind and Electronicinstruments\, allowing visitors to explore different instrument types and make connections to how vibration\, timbre\, and pitch are created through hands-on interaction. The Learn to Play area offers visitors a chance to pick up a ukulele and try it out for themselves\, with the voice of local musician and educator Jason Valleau guiding their beginner or advanced-level journey. Over at the Sound Stage\, everyone can become conductors of their own musical composition. By placing a hand over a tube\, visitors can activate or layer an instrument into an evolving musical score. As multiple participants engage simultaneously\, the composition grows in complexity. Table-top instruments will provide experiences for our youngest visitors\, encouraging them to rattle and bang and make sound at their own level. \n“PlayLab was created in response to visitor demand for more musical experiences for young families – we listened and delivered\,” said Jesse Moffatt\, Senior Director of Collections and Exhibitions at the National Music Centre. “We’ve always wanted visitors to leave feeling like they can make music no matter their ability. PlayLab is about giving people permission to play\, and discover music in a fun\, accessible\, hands-on way. We’ve also made PlayLab part of our free main floor experience\, where anyone can drop in and get a taste of what National Music Centre is all about at no charge.” \nBeyond its role as an immersive exhibit\, PlayLab will serve as a flexible\, year-round community hub for a wide range of daytime programs and activities\, from workshops and instrument-building sessions to artist talks and informal music play days. Starting in the summer\, PlayLab will spill onto the streets outside at night through projections\, offering an animated expression of sound\, movement\, and creativity that reinforces Studio Bell’s presence as a living\, active space within the city. \nPlayLab is a food and beverage-friendly space on the main floor of Studio Bell. It is free and open daily from 10 am to 5 pm. \nPlayLab is made possible thanks to the generous support of the Alberta Museums Association and the Radomski Foundation. \nAbout National Music Centre | Centre National de Musique\nNational Music Centre (NMC) is a registered charity dedicated to amplifying the love\, sharing\, and understanding of music. More than a museum\, NMC focuses on five key areas: Exhibitions and Collections\, Artist and Professional Development\, Performance and Recording\, Education and Learning\, and Music and Wellness. From its headquarters at Studio Bell in the heart of Calgary’s East Village neighbourhood and satellite location in Montreal\, NMC celebrates Canada’s rich musical legacy\, honouring legendary artists\, nurturing new voices\, and bringing people together through music. NMC also houses a vast collection of rare instruments\, artifacts and memorabilia\, world-class recording studios\, and four national music halls of fame\, including the Canadian Music Hall of Fame\, the Canadian Country Music Hall of Fame\, the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame\, and Quebec’s Adisq Hall of Fame. National Music Centre marks its 10th anniversary as Canada’s home for music in 2026\, with a year-long lineup of exhibits\, events\, and programs planned. Visit studiobell.ca/10 to explore the full list of anniversary activities happening now through summer 2027. To check out the NMC experience online\, visit amplify.nmc.ca.
URL:https://cjsw.com/event/national-music-centre-launches-playlab-a-free-hands-on-music-playground/
LOCATION:Studio Bell\, 850 4 St. SE\, Calgary\, Canada
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Staff Picks,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260505T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260505T220000
DTSTAMP:20260522T232104
CREATED:20260422T224002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T172559Z
UID:107091-1778011200-1778018400@cjsw.com
SUMMARY:Taylor Centre Presents Royal Wood and Fortunate Ones: Have a Heart Tour
DESCRIPTION:Royal Wood & Fortunate Ones – Have a Heart TourTuesday\, May 5\, 20268:00PM-10:00PMBella Concert Hall Calgary\, AB \nTickets on sale at taylorcentre.ca \nSinger\, songwriter and multi instrumentalist Royal Wood returns with his deeply personal new album Dear John\, available now everywhere. Described as “a letter to himself\,” the record reunites him with five time Grammy winning mixer Ryan Freeland (Bonnie Raitt\, Ray LaMontagne) and features Grammy winning musicians Ash Soan and Hutch Hutchinson. Wood’s music continues to connect with listeners around the world\, with more than 30 million streams. Since being named iTunes Songwriter of the Year\, Royal has continued to evolve and refine his craft\, building on a career that includes two Top 30 albums\, multiple JUNO nominations\, five Canadian Folk Music Award nods and a Number 1 added song at Hot AC radio. His previous album What Tomorrow Brings was up for consideration for Best Folk Album at the 2024 Grammy Awards. Royal Wood remains one of Canada’s most compelling and consistently innovative singer songwriters. \nFortunate Ones is a contemporary folk duo from Newfoundland. Celebrated for their harmony-entwined songs of hope\, resilience\, and the human condition and their joyfully disarming live shows\, they have toured relentlessly\, bringing their open-hearted performances to thousands of people across North America and beyond. Catherine and Andrew have been busy since the release of their debut album The Bliss in 2015 – thousands of miles\, hundreds of shows\, award winning albums and scores of fans have all been hallmarks of the success the duo has experienced since their humble beginnings in St. John’s. The Bliss was nominated for a Juno Award and landed two #1 singles on CBC Radio 2’s Top 20. On their sophomore album Hold Fast\, the title track hit #1 on the CBC Music Top 20 Chart. \n 
URL:https://cjsw.com/event/taylor-centre-presents-royal-wood-and-fortunate-ones-have-a-heart-tour/
LOCATION:Bella Concert Hall\, 18 Mt Royal Cir SW\, Calgary\, Canada
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Folk,Staff Picks
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