| FESTIVALS AND EVENTS
Afrikadey!
Aug 6-13 at various venues around the city, featuring music by K’naan, Thomas Mapfumo, Salif Keita, art, literary readings, drum workshops, dancing, entertainment and more. 234-9110
www.afrikadey.com
Banff Centre 2006 Summer Arts Festival
May-Aug featuring Festival Kick-Off Party, music, dance, films, opera, visual and literary arts, exhibitions, new media events and more.
www.banffcentre.ca/events
Beltline Blues Festival
June 23-25, Victoria Park Ball Diamond. Featuring Johnny Winter, Sonny Rhodes, Brickhouse, Jerry Doucette, Maurice John Vaughn, Big Time Sarah, Blue Rhino, Fathead and more .
www.kaosblues.com.
Brown Bag Lunch Series
Wednesdays, June-Sept from noon-1 pm featuring a wide variety of performers at Olympic Plaza.
Calgary Folk Music Festival
July 26-28 Prince’s Island Park w/ Kris Kristofferson, Macy Gray, Broken Social Scene, Son Volt, Ani DiFranco, Feist, Neko Case, Bedouin Soundclash, Matthew Good, The Roches and more. 233-0904.
www.calgaryfolkfest.com.
Calgary International Children’s Festival
May 23-27, in and around the Epcor Centre for the Performing Arts and featuring world-class performances from Mali, Australia, USA, England, Israel & Canada.
www.calgarychildfest.org
Calgary Stampede
July 7-16, Stampede Grounds w/ performers including Philosopher Kings, Default, Hedley, Sam Roberts, Theory of a Deadman, Gino Vanelli, Corb Lund, Beverley Mahood, Gil Grand, Doc Walker, Emerson Drive, The Bellamy Brothers and more.
www.calgarystampede.com
Calgary Summer Antique Show
June 3-4, Canada Olympic Park
Aug 18-20, Spruce Meadows
www.antiqueshowscanada.com.
Canada Day
July 1, Prince’s Island Park, Calgary Zoo, Heritage Park & Fort Calgary.
Canmore Folk Music Festival Aug 5-7, Centennial Park, Canmore w/ Susan Aglukark, Karla Anderson, Vishwa Mohan Bhatt, Bob Brozman, The Duhks, The Cottars, Craig Korth Band, Ndidi Onukwulu, Jane Siberry and more. (403) 678-2524.
www.canmorefolkfestival.com.
Carifest
June 17, Featuring Caribbean music, food, comedy, parades, art and more. Events take place at a number of venues.
292-0310
Dragon Boat Festival
August 11-13, North Glenmore Park
Includes spectator seating, family activities, contests, cultural presentations and more.
www.calgarydragonboat.com
4th Street Lilac Festival
May 28, 4th St SW, 11am-6pm street festival featuring entertainment by The Russian Artist Factory, Matt Masters, Last Day Lost, Bill Dowey and the Blues Devils, Alive Danceworks, The Digital Surplus, Kinetic North, Deejay VanneC and Friends, Du-Rite Aces, Screwtape Lewis, Mocking Shadows, Heather Blush, Seven Story Redhead and more.
www.4streetcalgary.com/lilacfestival/
Festival on the Bow
Sept 3, Eau Claire Market
Live music by local talent and BBQ.
www.bbqonthebow.com
Global Fest
Aug 16-26, festival of multicultural pavilions coupled with a nightly international pyromusical fireworks competition in the Greater Forest Lawn area. 569-9679
www.globalfest.ca
Greek Fest
June 22-25 featuring entertainment by Seizmos, NIATA dance troupe, children’s entertainment, belly dance lessons, eating and dance contests and more at the Hellenic Community Centre. 240-4905
www.calgaryhellenic.com
Hispanic Festival
Aug 25-27 at various venues throughout the city, featuring Latin bands, dance, food, art, workshops and more. 271-2744
www.hispanicarts.com
Inglewood Sunfest
June 24, 9th Ave SE
266-6962
e-mail: sunfest@calgary-inglewood.com
Kensington Sun & Salsa Festival
July 23, 11am-5pm at Kensington Road & 10th St. NW
www.visitkensington.com/sunsalsa.htm
Marda Gras
Aug 13 in Marda Loop, entertainment, flea tables, kids’ activities and more. 685-LOOP
www.mardaloopbrz.com
Mayor’s Environment Expo
June 6-8 in the Municipal Building Atrium, learn about important environmental issues and initiatives through hands-on interactive booths, displays and Environmental Theatre.
MOSAIC Community Cultural Festival
June 3, 12-5pm Central Memorial Park with cultural craft centre, entertainment with Ibo & Kindread, Bartok Hungarian Dancers, Fineza Flamenca Dance, Polaine Polish Song & Dance Association, Calgary Italian Folk Dancers, Orquesta Libertango & DanceCalgary.com and more. 265-2888.
www.vcrossing.com/mosaic.htm
ReggaeFest 2006
August 14-19 featuring Sugar Minott, Mutabaruka, Truths and Rights, Odel and JFK and the Conspirators, George Nooks and other artists at Shaw Millennium Park.
207-1633
www.CalgaryReggaeFestival.com
Shakespeare in the Park
July 4-29 at Mount Royal College & Aug 1-26 at Prince’s Island Park
240-6908
www.mtroyal.ca/conservatory/sitp
Slam City Jam
North American Skateboard Championships Aug 25-27, Stampede Park. Live music, video and interactive entertainment.
1-866-899-8754
Slurpee Cup
Aug 19, 9th Annual CJSW Ball Hockey Tournament for charity.
220-3902
www.cjsw.com
Taste of Calgary
August 10-13, Eau Claire Market, international food and beverage festival offering sample menu items from around the world. 293-2888
www.atasteofcalgary.com
Transrockies Challenge
Aug 6-12, beginning in Fernie and ending in Canmore. The world’s toughest mountain bike race. www.transrockies.com.
Waynefest 2006 Sept 8-10, Wayne, Alberta. Performers TBA, www.waynefest.com.
Parks
Bowmont Park
Silver Valley Blvd & Silver
Crest Dr NW
Bowness Park
8900-48 Ave NW
Confederation Park
off 10 St N at 24 Ave NW
Edworthy Park & Douglas Fir Trail
access north on 45 St SW to
Spruce Dr
McHugh Bluff Natural Area
between Centre St & 10 St NW
Nose Hill Park Natural Area
off 14 St between John Laurie & Berkshire Blvds NW
Riley Park
800-12 St NW
Shouldice Park
Bowness Rd & 56 St NW
Centenary Park
off Memorial Dr & Baines Bridge
Prairie Winds Park
off Castleridge Blvd NE
Lindsay Park
2225 Macleod Tr SW
North Glenmore Park
Access via 37 St SW or Crowchild Tr S
Prince’s Island Park
1st Ave & 4th St SW or Memorial Dr & 3 St NW
Richmond Green
access off 33 Ave & 25 St SW
River Park
off 14A St between 38 Ave &
50 Ave SW
Sandy Beach & Natural Area
down the hill from 14 St &
50 Ave SW
South Glenmore Park
Access off 90 Ave & 24 St SW
Stanley Park
42 Ave & 1A St SW
Weaselhead Natural Area
access off 37 St & 66 Ave SW
Beaverdam Flats Park
access off 18 St at 66 Ave to Lynview Rd SE
Carburn Park
off 18 St at Rivervalley Dr to Riverview Dr SE
Elliston Regional Park
17 Ave & 60 St SE
Fort Calgary
9 Ave between 6 & 7 St SE
Community Mobile
Skate Parks
Village Square Leisure Centre
Southland Leisure Centre
Edgemont Community Outdoor Rink
East Calgary Twin Arena Society
South Fish Creek Recreation Complex
Skate times are from 1-8 pm, weather permitting.
268-5256 for pass and date information.
OUTDOOR POOLS
Bowview
1910-6 Ave NW
Highwood
25 Holmwood Ave NW
Mount Pleasant
2310-6 St NW
Silver Springs
Silverridge Cl. & Silverridge Dr NW
South Calgary
3130-16 St SW
Stanley Park
4011-1A St SW
Forest Lawn
1706-39 St SE
Millican-Ogden
69 Ave & 20A St SE
Tennis Courts
City-owned
Arbour Lake
12 Arbour Lake Dr NW
Bowness Rec Centre
35 Ave & 64 St NW
Brentwood
1520 Northmount Dr NW
Bridgeland
McPhearson Rd & 8 St NE
Canmore Park
19 St & Chicoutimi Dr NW
Confederation Park East
30 Ave & 9th St NW
Crescent Park
9th Ave & 2nd St NW
Dalhousie
Dalhart Rd & 53 St NW
Dalhousie Station
Dalhousie Station & Dalhousie Dr NW
Edgemont
Edgepark Blvd & Cres NW
or John Laurie Blvd & 53 St NW
Foothills
University Dr & 24 Ave NW
MacEwan Glen
MacEwan Dr & MacEwan
Ridge Way NW
Point McKay
Point McKay Rd NW
Ranchlands
Ranchlands Blvd &
Ranchview Dr NW
Renfrew
814-13 Ave NE
Sandstone
14 St & Sandarac Dr NW
Scenic Acres
Scenic Acres Dr & Scimitar Dr NW
Shouldice
Bowness Rd & Monserrat Dr NW
Silversprings
56 Ave & Silversprings Dr NW
Thornhill
6715 Centre St NW
Woods Home Park
89 St & 48 Ave NW
Acadia Athletic Park
315-90 Ave SE
Braeside
647 Brookpark Dr SW
Canyon Meadows
75 Canova Rd SW
Deer Run
2223-146 Ave SE
Fairways/Shawnee Slopes
Shawnee Dr at Shawnee Ct SW
Queensland
649 Queensland Dr SE
Shawnessy
224 Shawmeadows Rd SW
Somerset
Somerset Square SW
South Glenmore
9035-24 St SW
Woodlands
564 Woodpark Dr SW
Battalion Park
2905 Signal Hill Heights SW
Glenmore Athletic
5300-19 St SW
Haultain
13 Ave & 2 St SW
Inglewood
9 Ave & 20 St SE
Killarney
28 Ave & 28 St SW
North Glenmore Park
7305-24 St SW
Patterson
5804 Patina Dr SW
Ramsay
2040 Ramsay St SE
Richmond Green
2539-33 Ave SW
Stanley Park
42 Ave & 1A St SW
Golf Courses
City-owned
Confederation Park
3204 Collingwood Dr NW, 974-1800
Lakeview
5840-19 St SW, 974-1815
Maple Ridge
1240 Mapleglade Dr SE, 974-1825
McCall Lake
1600-32 Ave NE, 974-1805
Richmond Green
2539-33 Ave SW, 974-1820
Shaganappi Point/Shaganappi Valley
1200-26 St SW, 974-1810
MINI-GOLF COURSES
Kart World Family Fun Centre
5202-1 St SW, 253-8301
Farmer’s Markets
Bearspaw
Bearspaw Lions Clubhouse, 25240 Nagway Road,
Sun, 11 am to 3 pm, June 4-Oct 1
Bragg Creek
Bragg Creek Community Centre
Sun, June 18-Sept 24, 949-4277 ext 4
Calgary Farmers Market
H6 Currie Barracks, 244-4548
Fri & Sat, 9am to 5pm, Sun, 9am to 4pm year-round
www.calgaryfarmersmarket.ca
Crossroads Market
1235-26 Ave SE, 291-5208
Fri, Sat & Sun, 9 am to 5 pm, outdoor farmer’s market summer only/indoor market 9 am to 5 pm year-round
Grassroots Northland
Northland Village Mall Shoppes Parking Lot, 239-8231
Tue 3:30-7:30pm, June 13-Sept 26
Hillhurst/Sunnyside
1320-5 Ave NW, 283-0554
Wed, 3:30-8 pm, June 7-Oct 4
Cochrane Ranche
Hwy 1A & Hwy 22, 851-0562
Sat, 9am-1pm, June 3 — Sept 30
Millarville
Race Track, 931-2404
Sat from 8:30 am to noon, June 17- Oct 7
Nanton
United Church Parking Lot, (403) 646-3001
Sat 9am-1pm, June 3 — Sept 30
Okotoks
SW corner of Hwy. 7 & Southridge Dr., 938-1516
Fri 4-7pm, June 23-Sept 29
South Fish Creek
333 Shawville Blvd SE, 201-8652
Fri 2-8pm until Sept 15
Strathmore
Ag Exhibition Grounds, 901-0477
June 9-Sept 15, Fri, 4-8pm
City & area attractions
Calgary Zoo
1300 Zoo Rd NE, open from 9 am to 5 pm 365 days a year
Calaway Park
west of Calgary on the TransCanada Hwy, open May 20-June 25, Fri from 5-9 pm, Sat, Sun & holiday Mon from10 am-8 pm and June 30-Sept 4 daily from 10am-7pm, Sept 9-Oct 9 Sat, Sun & holiday Mon from 11 am to 6 pm.
www.calawaypark.com
Canada Olympic Park
247-5617, open 8am-9pm (hours vary per sport/event - call for details)
www.canadaolympicpark.ca/summer
Fish Creek Provincial Park
Offers Tuesday Tours each Tues evening in July and August 7-9pm.
297-7927
Fort Calgary Historic Park
Open 9am-5pm each day, closed New Year’s Day, Good Friday, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and Boxing Day
290-1875
www.fortcalgary.com
Heritage Park
1900 Heritage Dr SW, 268-8500
May 20-Sept 4 daily 9am-5pm, weekends Sept 9-Oct 9
www.heritagepark.ca
Inglewood Bird Sanctuary
A 32-hectare federally designated bird reserve offering the public four kilometers of walking trails, natural history education courses and guided nature walks. Wildlife information available from staff. Located at 9th Avenue and Sanctuary Road SE in Calgary. Operated by Calgary Parks & Recreation.
May 1-Sept 30, 10am-5pm & Oct 1-April 30, 10am-4pm, closed Mondays & holidays
221-4500
e-mail: mbabey@gov.calgary.ab.ca
Shaw Millennium Park
1220-9th Ave SW, open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Lessons available through Calgary Parks & Rec during July & Aug, 268-3800 to register.
Kananaskis Country
A 1600-square mile, four-season, multi-use recreation area 90 kilometers west of Calgary. K-Country includes Peter Lougheed, Bow Valley and Bragg Creek Provincial Parks. Also encompasses Sibbald, Barrier Lake, Ribbon Creek, the Elbow River and Sheep River Valleys, and the Highwood and Cataract areas.
#302, 2938-11 Street NE, Calgary, Alberta, T2E 7L7
(403) 678-5508
Telus World of Science
701-11 St SW, 268-8300, open from Mon-Thur, 10am-4pm, Fri, Sat, Sun & holidays 10am-5pm, June 24 until Labour Day 9:30am-5:30pm
www.calgaryscience.ca
Campgrounds
Barrier Lakes region
(403) 673-3985
www.cd.gov.ab.ca/enjoying_alberta/parks/featured/kananaskis
Peter Lougheed National Park
(403) 591-6300
www.kananaskiscamping.com
www.koa.com
www.calgarycamping.com
Bow Valley Provincial Park
(403) 673-2163 or (403) 673-3663
www.bowvalleycampgrounds.com
Misc. organizations & clubs
Jim-Bows Archery Ltd.
4416-5 St NE, 250-7713
Alberta Disc Golf
Played at Forest Lawn, Baker Park and Centenary Park. discgolf@shaw.ca
http://www.members.shaw.ca/discgolf
Alpine Club of Canada - Calgary Section
A club providing members of all skill levels with rock, snow and ice climbing courses as well as regular climbing outings, bouldering sessions, social events and more. (403)678-3200
acccalgary@hotmail.com
www.alpineclubofcanada.ca/calgary
Alpine Club of Canada
- National Office
Canada’s national mountaineering organization. Offers backcountry accommodations, camps, training courses, and provides environmental and access advocacy. (403) 678-3200
www.alpineclubofcanada.ca
Ann and Sandy Cross Conservation Area
A 4800-acre day use area dedicated to the protection of wildlife and the provision of conservation education. Available for conservation education, hiking and the enjoyment of nature. Access by appointment. (403) 931-1042
e-mail: info@crossconservation.org
www.crossconservation.org
Apollo Calgary
Provides a positive and fun environment through sport and social activities within the community.
www.apollocalgary.com
Banff Centre for Mountain Culture
The Banff Centre promotes understanding and appreciation of the world’s mountain places and creates opportunities for the international mountain community to share experiences, ideas and visions. Program highlights include: Banff Mountain Photo Competition, Book Festival, Film Festival and Summit. (403) 762-6675
e-mail: mountainculture@banffcentre.ca
www.banffmountainfestivals.ca
Banff National Park
The backcountry manager of Banff National Park is acting as the liaison to CAOC and the outdoor recreation community. They are interested in working with recreation users to ensure ecosystem conservation and recreation needs are achieved in a compatible manner. (403) 762-1470
www.pc.gc.ca/pn-np/ab/banff/
Bow Waters Canoe Club
BWCC offers paddlers an extensive tour schedule, lessons, activities and social events. Winter activities include backcountry and nordic skiing. 235-2922
e-mail: bwcc@telusplanet.net
www.bowwaters.org
Calgary Balloon Club
Actively promotes the sport of ballooning in the community. 271-6566
Calgary Canoe Club
The CCC offers recreational, educational and competitive canoe and kayak programs. Boats and equipment are available to members as well as for rent to the public. Located on the north shore of Glenmore Reservoir. 246-5757
e-mail: cccweb@telus.net
www.calgarycanoeclub.com
Calgary Field Naturalists’ Society
A society which encourages the appreciation, study, observation, and protection of the natural world through field trips, meetings and publications.
e-mail: cfns@cfns.fanweb.ca
www.naturecalgary.com
Calgary Hash House Harriers
A sociable running and cycling club which caters to all levels. 254-9014
www.onon.org/asm
Calgary Kayak Club
CKC provides a loose framework for Calgary paddlers to organize kayak-related events. Organizes winter water polo and Kananaskis Whitewater Festival in May.
e-mail: dampyak@yahoo.com
www.calgarykayakclub.com
Calgary Lawn Bowling Club
1238 -16 Ave SW, 245-4341
Calgary Mountain Bike Alliance
CMBA promotes advocacy, education and stewardship of the land which cyclists use. Group rides, road trips and trail days available to members.
e-mail: info@cmbalink.com
www.cmbalink.com
Calgary Outdoor Recreation Enthusiasts
An all-season outdoor club offering hiking, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, cycling, backpacking and other outdoor activities. 214-7500
e-mail: mailbox@corehike.org
www.corehike.org
Calgary Outdoor School Consortium
The COSC consists of the Kiwanis Club of Calgary, Rocky Mountain YMCA and the Silver Creek Ranch. It offers high quality outdoor programs (residential and day trips) to 12,000 students per year. 777-7117
e-mail: nkelba@telus.net
Calgary Parks & Recreation-Outdoor/Nature Services
Calgary Parks & Recreation offers outdoor pursuits and natural history programs as well as information on natural areas, outdoor recreation activities and Calgary’s pathway system. It also provides organizational and program development services for non-profit organizations. 974-3111
e-mail: kforster@gov.calgary.ab.ca
Calgary Pathway Advisory Council
Established in the spring of 1989 at the request of Calgary City Council, CPAC represents all Calgary pathway user groups and advises on issues of pathway development, maintenance and management. 974-3108
e-mail: harold.pinel@calgary.ca
Calgary Regional Trail Riders
CRTR promotes safe, enjoyable trail riding. Activities also include club socials, camping, parades and equestrian education. Host of the Alberta Children’s Hospital charity ride.
e-mail: crtriders@yahoo.ca
http://ca.geocities.com/crtriders
Calgary Roadrunners Club
Offering group training, running clinics and fun runs for distance runners of all ages and abilities.
228-0999
www.calgaryroadrunners.com
Calgary Rowing Club
North Glenmore Park, 249-2880
Calgary Singles Council - Outdoor Group
This branch of the Calgary Singles Council provides opportunities for single adults to meet new people while enjoying outdoor activities. The group’s activities include hiking, biking, rafting, camping, cross-country skiing and skating. 288-8810 (24-hour activity line)
Calgary Ski Club
CSC offers recreational and social activities year-round such as downhill and cross-country skiing, hiking and cycling. Promotes education and safety awareness while having fun. 282-4122
e-mail: office@calgaryskiclub.org
www.calgaryskiclub.org
Calgary Slowpitch Society
291-2012
Calgary Sport & Social Club
Co-Ed sports league provider.
244-7529
www.calgarysportsclub.com
Calgary Tennis Club
1445-16 St SW, 244-5302
e-mail: info@calgarytennisclub.com
www.calgarytennisclub.com
Calgary Weekend Hikers
A casual members-only hiking club for all levels offering weekday, weekend and overnight trips. 270-2262
www.calgaryweekendhikers.com
Calgary Yacht Club
Located on Chestermere Lake, CYC offers individuals and families a chance to enjoy the recreational, competitive and social aspects of sailing. It also provides summer sailing camps for children. 272-3300
www.cyc.ab.ca
Elbow Valley Cycle Club
A club offering bicycling events including day, weekend, and Wednesday evening rides, mountain bike trips, Golden and Silver Triangle tours, bike clinics, hiking and winter ski trips. Also acts as advocate for a better cycling environment.
www.elbowvalleycc.org
Foothills Wanderers Orienteering Club
A club offering orienteering events for all age groups and fitness levels. Participants use a map and compass to navigate around a pre-set course while enjoying the natural environment along the way.
e-mail: info@orienteeringcalgary.ca
www.orienteeringcalgary.ca
Ghost River Rediscovery Society
Aims at empowering people of all ages and cultures to discover the natural world, the worlds between cultures and the worlds within themselves. 270-9351
e-mail: ghostriv@telusplanet.net
www.ghostriverrediscovery.com
Hook & Hackle Club
A fishing club offering regular meetings, fly-tying classes, socializing, guest speakers and demonstrations.
www.hookandhackleclub.tripod.com/
Hostelling International - Southern Alberta
An international organization which provides a network of safe, friendly and affordable accommodation and services to more than 5000 hostels in over 70 countries.
#203, 1414 Kensington Road NW, 283-5551
e-mail: sab@hostellingintl.ca
www.hihostels.ca/hostels/Alberta/SouthernAlbertaRegion/index/html
Petroleum City Ski and Social Club
For 30 years this club has arranged camping, skiing, hiking, volleyball, social dining and many other activities.
e-mail: contactus@pscskiclub.com
www.pscskiclub.com
Rocky Mountain Ramblers
A club offering ambitious hiking and cross-country skiing trips as well as social events for outdoor enthusiasts. 282-6308
e-mail: info@ramblers.ab.ca
www.ramblers.ab.ca
Seniors Outdoor Club of Calgary
A year-round club that organizes outdoor trips for seniors. 270-7447
e-mail: soccalgary@yahoo.com
Single Volunteers Society of Calgary
Serves the community through volunteer activities, and at the same time provides single people with the opportunity to meet in safe and non-threatening environments.
e-mail: svcal@usa.net
www.singlevolunteers.org/calgary
Skyline Hikers of the Canadian Rockies
This non-profit organization provides annual guided hikes from established base camps in the Rocky Mountains. Also promotes appreciation and conservation of Canada’s national parks.
e-mail: registrar@skylinehikers.ca
www.skylinehikers.ca
Trail Riders of the Canadian Rockies
A non-profit organization providing guided horseback riding and teepee camping adventures in Banff National Park. Riding experience is not necessary. (403) 652-8672
e-mail: trcr@canuck.com
University of Calgary - Outdoor Program Centre
The U of C Outdoor Program Centre provides outdoor courses and educational trips in outdoor recreation. Their Outdoor Equipment Rental Service features a huge selection of top quality gear for all types of outdoor recreation.
2500 University Drive NW, Calgary, Alberta, T2N 1N4, 220-5038 or 220-6800
Weaselhead/Glenmore Park Preservation Society
A non-profit society dedicated to the preservation of the Weaselhead area of Calgary. In conjunction with CFNS, this group offers a spring/fall series of walks in the Weaselhead. It also participates in activities such as River Clean-Up and Earth Day. 252-6141
e-mail: hetheringtons@msn.com
Westwinds R/C Aviation Society
Society brings together fliers and builders of all types into the sport of model aviation.
www.westwindsrc.com |
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