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It's just a week away until Canada Day, and the final preparations are being made in Calgary.
The official City of Calgary celebrations will return to Prince's Island Park, after being relocated in 2013 due to the floods.
Extra bike racks and free shuttles are being offered to transport party attendees between venues.
More than 100,000 people are expected to show up to celebrate Canada's 147th birthday, and with these 13 suggestions you're sure to find something fun for the whole family. For more information, visit the City of Calgary's Canada Day site.
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Peace Powwow
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Where: Prince’s Island ParkWhen: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.Cost: Free.
Vibrant aboriginal culture and dress will be showcased, and Calgarians will partake in storytelling, music and dance.
Vibrant aboriginal culture and dress will be showcased, and Calgarians will partake in storytelling, music and dance.
Food Truck Round-Up
Flickr:JMacPherson
Where: Festival Market (between the YMCA and Eau Claire Market)When: 5 p.m.– 11 p.m.
Food trucks a plenty will be serving up some of Calgary’s most popular street eats at Festival Market near Eau Claire. Have a seat in the laid-back dining hub, or bring a blanket and have a picnic nearby. Remind your inner foodie to bring along some cash, as not all trucks accept cards.
Food trucks a plenty will be serving up some of Calgary’s most popular street eats at Festival Market near Eau Claire. Have a seat in the laid-back dining hub, or bring a blanket and have a picnic nearby. Remind your inner foodie to bring along some cash, as not all trucks accept cards.
Fireworks
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Where: Centre Street BridgeWhen: 10:45 p.m. (-ish)Cost: Free.
This world-class fireworks show is synchronized with live music broadcasted on 101.5 Kool FM and 95.3 The Peak. So tune in from wherever you happen to be.
This world-class fireworks show is synchronized with live music broadcasted on 101.5 Kool FM and 95.3 The Peak. So tune in from wherever you happen to be.
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Stephen Ave. Walk
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Where: Stephen Ave. When: 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.Cost: Free.
#IAMDOWNTOWN at The Stephen Avenue Walk Canada Day Street Party with the #IAMDOWNTOWN Music Series, supporting Canadian Artists for the Poor Art Walk and plenty of artisans, vendors, patios and buskers.
#IAMDOWNTOWN at The Stephen Avenue Walk Canada Day Street Party with the #IAMDOWNTOWN Music Series, supporting Canadian Artists for the Poor Art Walk and plenty of artisans, vendors, patios and buskers.
Stephen Ave. Art Walk
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Where: Stephen Ave.When: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.Cost: Free
Local artists display and sell their art on Stephen Avenue. Hosted by Canadian Artists for the Poor. The entry fees artists pay go to charities working with those living in extreme poverty.
Local artists display and sell their art on Stephen Avenue. Hosted by Canadian Artists for the Poor. The entry fees artists pay go to charities working with those living in extreme poverty.
East Village Street Fair
Flickr:JMacPherson
Where: East VillageWhen: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.Cost: Free.
Bands & entertainers will be performing alongside the various vendors and inside our Sunset Theatre. Art exhibits provided by the Drop In Centre and Salvation Army. Also features a children's area and the annual Show & Shine.
Bands & entertainers will be performing alongside the various vendors and inside our Sunset Theatre. Art exhibits provided by the Drop In Centre and Salvation Army. Also features a children's area and the annual Show & Shine.
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Living Flag
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Where: Riverfront Avenue (between 1 Street SE and Macleod Trail SE)When: 4 p.m. – 6 p.m.Cost: Free.
Show your national pride, and be a part of the Canada Dayyc living flag! The first three thousand people to check-in are invited to receive a free red or white t-shirt to participate in this enormously popular activity.
Show your national pride, and be a part of the Canada Dayyc living flag! The first three thousand people to check-in are invited to receive a free red or white t-shirt to participate in this enormously popular activity.
Chinatown Night Market
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Where: 2 Ave. S.W./S.E.When: 12 p.m. – lateCost: Free.
Chinatown street performances starts at 12 p.m. Come early for a “not-so-much-night-market."
Chinatown street performances starts at 12 p.m. Come early for a “not-so-much-night-market."
Downtown Family Experience
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Where: Olympic PlazaWhen: 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.Cost: Free
Green Fools Social Circus camp, Beat Drop DJ school, Springfree Jump Zone, amazing Gymnaestrada performances, and more. There is something for kids of all ages to actively enjoy, plus some fun and relaxation for adults.
Green Fools Social Circus camp, Beat Drop DJ school, Springfree Jump Zone, amazing Gymnaestrada performances, and more. There is something for kids of all ages to actively enjoy, plus some fun and relaxation for adults.
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Riverfront Stage
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Where: Harry Hays Building (on the North lawn facing the Bow River)When: 6 p.m. – 11 p.m.Cost: Free.
Official Canada Dayyc ceremonies kick off at 6 p.m., and the stage will feature performances from Mother Mother, Ridley Bent, Michael Bernard Fitzgerald and Scarlett Jane.
Official Canada Dayyc ceremonies kick off at 6 p.m., and the stage will feature performances from Mother Mother, Ridley Bent, Michael Bernard Fitzgerald and Scarlett Jane.
Fort Calgary Celebrations
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Where: Fort CalgaryWhen: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.Cost: Free outdoor activities, 1/2 off for visitor centre admission.
Celebrate Canada Day at Fort Calgary. Start the day with a pancake breakfast at 9:00 a.m. All day children’s entertainment includes crafts, bouncy castles, pony rides and a petting zoo! Live entertainment from local bands run through the afternoon.
Celebrate Canada Day at Fort Calgary. Start the day with a pancake breakfast at 9:00 a.m. All day children’s entertainment includes crafts, bouncy castles, pony rides and a petting zoo! Live entertainment from local bands run through the afternoon.
East Village Show and Shine
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Where: Fort CalgaryWhen: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.Cost: Free.
Vintage and classic car enthusiasts show off their collections. These vintage vehicles will be on display for public viewing and part of the larger Fort Calgary celebration.
Vintage and classic car enthusiasts show off their collections. These vintage vehicles will be on display for public viewing and part of the larger Fort Calgary celebration.
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Heritage Park 50th Birthday Celebration
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Where: Heritage ParkWhen: 10:00 a.m. — 11:00 p.m.Cost: Admission into the park.
The party begins early with a complimentary pancake breakfast for the first 2014 guests to arrive in the Chautauqua tent before 10:30am. The front plaza will be brought to life with live music, dancing, stilt walking and magicians. Throughout the day various activities including games and music. Fireworks over the Glenmore Reservoir end the day.
The party begins early with a complimentary pancake breakfast for the first 2014 guests to arrive in the Chautauqua tent before 10:30am. The front plaza will be brought to life with live music, dancing, stilt walking and magicians. Throughout the day various activities including games and music. Fireworks over the Glenmore Reservoir end the day.
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