Expo Latino Festival 2014 (Calgary) - Aug 22, 23, 24

Expo Latino Festival 2014 (Calgary) - Aug 22, 23, 24

http://www.expolatino.com/

Expo Latino festival, the largest of its kind in western Canada, growing into a global magnet for top quality talent

By Bill Kaufmann, Calgary Sun, Aug 20, 2013

Read article here: http://bit.ly/VKLy0i

Afrikadey Fest (Calgary) - Sat Aug 09, 2014

Afrikadey Fest (Calgary) - Sat Aug 09, 2014

The Afrikadey! Arts & Culture Society

The Afrikadey! Arts & Culture Society shares the rich creative works of African cultures - from the continent and throughout the Diaspora - with Canadians of all ages and from all walks of life.

Learn more here: http://afrikadey.com/

Tabestoon Festival (Calgary) - July 26, 201Cl

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Tabestoon Festival (Calgary) - July 26, 2014

http://www.tabestoonfest.ca/

The first contemporary Iranian Arts & Music Festival in Calgary.

In the eyes of most North Americans, Iran is not exactly a country associated with alternative rock music, folk-fusion rap, and fashion shows.

However, a vibrant and energetic underground youth culture centering the arts has been thriving in the Iranian plateau for years.

Read more here: http://bit.ly/1qAWxIb

Fiestaval Latin Festival (Calgary) - July 19-20, 2014

 Fiestaval Latin Festival (Calgary) - July 19-20, 2014

Fiestaval is a 2-day FREE multicultural arts and entertainment festival highlighting the Latin American Culture. It is an opportunity to support Calgary’s Latin community while encouraging multiculturalism among all Calgarians.

Central to its distinction is that Fiestaval is a FREE, family-oriented alternative for celebrating multicultural arts and entertainment in Calgary.

http://fiestaval.ca/calgary/

- See more at: http://fiestaval.ca/calgary/#sthash.WYpU7exa.dpuf

The Hills Are Alive (Cypress Hills, AB) - June 19-22, 2014

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The Hills Are Alive (Cypress Hills, AB) - June 19-22, 2014

http://miywasin.ab.ca/

Read brochure here: http://bit.ly/1ri4sGJ

Calgary Ukrainian Festival - June 7/8, 2014

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Calgary Ukrainian Festival - June 7/8, 2014

Celebrating its 5th annual event with traditional Ukrainian food, fund and Ukrainian entertainment for the whole family.

More info here: http://www.calgaryukrainianfestival.ca/

Serbian Fest Calgary - May 17 & 18

Serbian Fest Calgary - May 17 & 18

“BE SERBIAN FOR THE MAY LONG WEEKEND”
AT CALGARY’S FOURTH ANNUAL SERBIAN FESTIVAL

Join the Calgary-Serbian community as they entertain, feed and wow you with fantastic cultural and sports events during the May long weekend (May 17 &18). This spectacular event will feature a broad entertaining program showcasing some of the best cultural dances, cuisine, sports and displays that the Serbian community has to offer. Don’t know what Serbian culture is? Come out and join us for some fabulous homemade Serbian food, cultural exhibits, sports competitions and much more. So save the date and mark it in your calendar today. This family friendly event has something for everyone.

WHEN: Saturday, May 17th - 11am-7pm (Opening Ceremony at 12pm)
Sunday, May 18th – 1-7pm

WHERE: Marda Loop Communities Association
3130 - 16th St. S.W., Calgary, AB. T2T 4G7

Expo Latino Festival (Calgary) - Aug 23-25, 2013

 

 

Expo Latino Festival (Calgary) - Aug 23-25, 2013

Calgary's hottest music festival celebrates Latino culture with a weekend of live bands, dancing, a food fair, an art market and beer gardens.

http://expolatino.ca/

Afrikadey Fest 2013 World Music Festival (Calgary) - Aug 7-10, 2013

Afrikadey Fest 2013 World Music Festival (Calgary) - Aug 7-10, 2013

A four-day celebration of music, food, dance, literature & visual arts of Africa & her descendant cultures.

http://afrikadey.com/

U.S. actor and hip-hop star Common makes Calgary his second home

By Alex Strachan, Postmedia News August 8, 2013

Read article here: http://bit.ly/1bj4Blr

Metis Hivernant Days (Alberta) - Aug 2, 3 & 4, 2013

 
A family event where visitors can immerse themselves in Métis culture will be enjoyed at Big Valley on the first weekend of August.

Learn more here: http://bit.ly/17WCO8o

Fiestaval Latin Festival (Calgary) - July 20/21, 2013

 

Fiestaval Latin Festival (Calgary) - July 20/21, 2013

Fiestaval is a 2-day FREE multicultural arts and entertainment festival highlighting the Latin American Culture. It is an opportunity to support Calgary’s Latin community while encouraging multiculturalism among all Calgarians.

Central to its distinction is that Fiestaval is a FREE, family-oriented alternative for celebrating multicultural arts and entertainment in Calgary.

Learn more here: http://bit.ly/rb6j0O

Calgary Turkish Festival - July 5-7, 2013

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 Calgary Turkish Festival - July 5-7, 2013

Performances include whirling dervishes, folk dancers and singers. Traditional food and drinks, including Turkish coffee, donair, shish kabab, baklava and more.

Read more here: http://www.calgaryturkishfestival.com/

Well, we pretty much missed this one. That's what happens when you don't diarize things properly.

However, if you have no other plans for late afternoon/evening today, you can still catch the closing events. It runs until 10:00 pm.

Sunday - July 7, 2013

15:30
Folk Dance Instructions

15:50
Murat Toy

17:30
Seven Seas Dance Group

18:00
Whirling Dervishes

18:30
Murat Toy

Calgary Greek Festival - UPDATE - For Immediate Release

Calgary Greek Festival - UPDATE - For Immediate Release

Calgary Greek Festival Gives Back During Flood Crisis

CALGARY, ALBERTA, CANADA (June 21, 2013) – The Hellenic Society of Calgary wishes to advise that it is now providing FREE admission and a complimentary meal for all families attending, especially those who have been affected by the floods in the Calgary area.

“Calgarians have always been so supportive of our community so in this time of need, it’s our turn to give back. Boardwalk Rental Communities, along with the Greek Community of Calgary and its sponsors have pooled efforts and secured additional emergency funding in order to facilitate this humanitarian effort,” says Festival Co-Chair Constantine Issakidis.

The Greek Festival is located at the Hellenic Cultural Centre, 1 Tamarac Crescent SW in the Spruce Cliff area, across from Shaganappi Golf Course.

The Festival will run Friday, June 21 from noon-10 pm; Saturday, June 22 from 11 am -10 pm and Sunday, June 23 from 11 am- 8 pm.

Further information regarding menu, directions and events can be found at www.calgaryhellenic.com/festival or on Facebook (www.facebook.com/calgarygreekfest) and Twitter (#yycgreekfest).

Media Contact:
Geoff Hughes
T: 403.680.6411
g.hughes@vinc.ca

Calgary Greek Festival (Calgary) - June 21-23, 2013

Calgary Greek Festival (Calgary) - June 21-23, 2013

"We are proceeding as planned and with the generous donations of Calgary businesses we will be offering free admission and food to those who have been evacuated (with proof of address)." - posted June 21, 2013

Can't get to Greece this summer? Enjoy the tastes, sound and hospitality right here in Calgary. The festival is all about Greek music, dance, wind food and friendship.

Learn more here: http://calgaryhellenic.com/greek-festival/

The Hills Are Alive (Cypress Hills, Alberta) - June 6-9, 2013

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 The Hills Are Alive (Cypress Hill, Alberta) - June 6-9, 2013

A four day festival of music, dance, story-telling, and cultural workshops celebrating Metis culture in the Medicine Hat area. Classes include sash finder weaving, capote-making, moccasin-making and instruction in making smaller crafts.

Learn more here: http://miywasin.ab.ca/ and here: http://bit.ly/18UQXUD

Carifest Calgary 2013 - June 08, 2013

Carifest Calgary - June 08, 2013

Learn more here: http://www.carifestcalgary.com/

Serbian Fest Calgary 2013 (May 18 & 19)

Serbian Fest Calgary 2013

Join the Calgary-Serbian community as they entertain, feed, and wow you with fantastic cultural and sports events during the May long weekend (May 18 &19).

This spectacular event will feature a broad entertainment program showcasing some of the best cultural displays that the Serbian community has to offer.

Don’t know what Serbian culture is? Come out and join us for some fabulous homemade Serbian food, cultural exhibits, sports competitions, and much more. So save the date and mark it in your calendar today.This family friendly event has something for everyone.

http://www.serbianfest.org/