August 6, 2025
RED FM News Desk
Looking to make the most of your weekend in Calgary? There’s no shortage of exciting events happening across the city — from vibrant street festivals to live music and sporting action. Here are 10 standout events to check out:
1. Inglewood Night Market
Stroll through the bustling Inglewood Night Market and explore over 140 local vendors offering handmade goods, vintage finds, antiques, food, drinks, and live entertainment.
📅 Friday, August 8 | 5 p.m. – 10 p.m.
📍 10 Avenue & 10 Street S.E., near The Nash restaurant
2. Calgary Dragon Boat Race & Festival
Head to North Glenmore Park for a weekend of high-energy dragon boat races, food trucks, beer gardens, live music, a market, and a kids’ zone. Free parking at Mount Royal University with shuttle service to the site.
📅 Friday, August 8 – Sunday, August 10
📍 North Glenmore Park, 7305 Crowchild Trail S.W.
3. Calgary Surge vs. Saskatchewan Rattlers
Catch the Calgary Surge in action as they face off against the Saskatchewan Rattlers in a thrilling basketball showdown.
📅 Friday, August 8 | 8 p.m.
📍 WinSport Event Centre, 151 Canada Olympic Rd. S.W.
4. Mt. Joy Live in Concert
American indie rock band Mt. Joy brings their soulful sound to Calgary for a one-night performance at the Saddledome.
📅 Saturday, August 9 | 7 p.m.
📍 Scotiabank Saddledome, 555 Saddledome Rise S.E.
5. Marda Gras Street Festival
Celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Marda Gras street festival — a free, family-friendly event featuring entertainment, local vendors, performers, and more.
📅 Sunday, August 10 | 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
📍 Marda Loop
6. Cavalry FC vs. Halifax Wanderers
Cheer on Calgary’s own Cavalry FC as they take on the Halifax Wanderers in Canadian Premier League action.
📅 Saturday, August 9 | 3 p.m.
📍 ATCO Field, 18011 Spruce Meadows Way S.W.
7. BUMP Festival
The Beltline Urban Murals Project (BUMP) Festival continues city-wide, showcasing massive public art murals alongside performances, installations, and artist events.
📅 Ongoing until Monday, August 18
📍 Various venues throughout Calgary
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