Nuit Blanche Calgary: September 12
Looking for late-night conversation, debate and dialogue in downtown Calgary? Nuit Blanche, a late-night international contemporary arts festival appealing to diverse, adventurous audiences, is taking over Calgary’s Olympic Plaza September 12. Held worldwide since 1997 in Toronto, Paris, Halifax and other cities, these festivals literally transform urban spaces into full-scale civic art galleries. All performances are inclusive, playful and geared toward a mass, all-ages audience.
Alberta Ballet – Great Masterpieces of the 20th Century: September 13 – 15
The season opener of the Alberta Ballet will take audiences to New York City through pieces choreographed during ballet’s golden age. Enjoy the music of Mozart and Philip Glass, and experience the genius that came from New York in the 20th century. This show features Divertimento No. 15 and The Four Temperaments, choreographed by George Balanchine and Emmy and Tony Award-winning choreographer Twyla Tharp.
Now Open: Anejo
The hottest place to open in Mission recently, Anejo (#2, 2116 – 4th St SW) brings you great fresh and authentic Mexican food with a modern twist, and the best (and well-researched) tequila list in Calgary. The beautiful and contemporary Mexican-inspired room is the perfect backdrop to indulge in classics such as fresh ceiche and tacos pastore.
Calgary Electronic Music Festival: September 14
This two-day festival, taking place at Shaw Millennium Park, is an inner city celebration of electronic culture. Enjoy three DJ stages and great headliners performing various spectrums of electronic music. Don’t forget to check out the beat drop music classes and speakers corner while there.
The Calgary Improv Festival: September 17-23
Looking for laughs? Look no further than the Calgary Improv Festival, taking place at various Calgary locations including the Improv Depot, Lunchbox Theatre and the Epcor Centre for the Performing Arts. Hosted by The Improv Guild, the cast will also include L.A. Improv, Patti Stiles and Mr. Colin Mochrie.
Annual Feast of Fields
Interested in supporting local food producers and processors? Join over 20 restaurants, 20 producers, and 10 beverage purveyors for a delicious afternoon of grazing, sipping and conviviality in the beautiful, historic garden at ROUGE (1240 8 Ave SE) from 1:00pm to 4:00pm. Come and meet the people who grow your food and the chefs who create dynamic dishes from the wonderful Alberta harvest. Purchase your tickets through The Cookbook Company (403-265-6066).