February 10-12, 2012 Orillia Winter Carnival - Orillia, ON

Chili cookoff, food tent, ice skating, snow sculptures and entertainment and activities for all ages.
Where: Downtown Orillia at the waterfront on Couchiching Beach Park
http://www.orilliawintercarnival.ca/

June 24, 2012 Greek Day - Vancouver BC

Those who enjoy Greek culture, particularly its food may wish to take in the annual Greek Day Festival . Authentic flavours of Greece, Greek music, dancing and more.
Address: On Broadway in the Kitsilano area of Vancouver BC 
Contact: 1 604 738-7126 or jensior@hotmail.com
http://www.greekday.com/

June 10, 2012 Italian Day - Vancouver BC

Stroll the sidewalks and indulge in the flavours of Italy while you enjoy the stage entertainment, fashion, specialty products, activities and much more.
Where:  Commercial Drive Vancouver  BC
Contact: 1 604 251-2884
http://www.thedrive.ca/

May 25-27, 2012 Beaver Valley May Days - Vancouver BC

Fun family events all over town.  Pancake breakfasts, a parade, children's games and activities, sports, barbecue, and spectacular fireworks are just some of the festivities this annual celebration offers.
Where: Various locations, Fruitvale BC
Contact:  bvmaydays@gmail.com
http://www.beavervalleymaydays.com/

May 19, 2012 Pender Harbour May Day - Vancouver BC

Annual tradition, May Day features good food, parade, fairgrounds, a fishing derby and crafts for the kids.  Beer gardens, live music, dance and a salmon barbecue for the adults.
Where:  Various Locations Pender Harbour BC
Contact: 1 604 883-2583
http://www.penderharbour.net/May/may.html

March TBA, 2013 CelticFest - Vancouver BC

In celebration of Celtic culture and St. Patrick's Day, CelticFest features a hearty mix of Celtic music, dance, spoken word, film and food, culminating with the grand St. Patrick's Day Parade.
Where: Downtown, Vancouver BC
Contact: 1 604 261-3688
http://www.celticfestvancouver.com/

July 19-28, 2012 A Taste Of Edmonton - Edmonton, AB

A Taste of Edmonton is one of the city’s most popular festivals, a dazzling array of tastes and sounds that fill Churchill Square.
Contact:  780.423.2822 ext 24 or galbi@eventsedmonton.ca
http://www.eventsedmonton.ca/

August 3, 2012 Polynesian Days - Alberta Beach, AB

Held over the August long weekend.
Pancake breakfast, family fun and food.  Bring out family and friends for a sand sculpture contest, giant parade, free wagon rides, music and bonfires on the beach, petting zoo, scavenger hunt, dunk tank and more.
Contact: 1 780 924-3181
http://www.polydays.com/ 
http://www.albertabeachchamber.com/calendars/show_event/13094

April 7, 2012 Taste of Jamaica - Calgary, Alberta

Each year, the Jamaican Canadian Association of Alberta proudly presents Taste of Jamaica, a fun-filled cultural expose featuring Jamaican food and lots of activity for the entire family.
Admission updates on website.
Where:  Thorncliffe Greenview Community Centre 5600 Centre St. NW Calgary  T2K 0A1
Contact: 1 403 280-6704
http://www.jcaalberta.com/taste.htm

September 9, 2012 Haultain and First Street Festival - Calgary, Alberta

The festival seeks to showcase the very best of community, sustainability, and the urban experience.  Enjoy local foods, live performances, and a host of interesting ideas around sustainability and innovative urban living.  This is one of the last festivals of the summer, and a great way to finish off the season!
Free Admission.
Where: Victoria Park between 6 St. SE and 2 St. SW & between 10 Ave and 17 Ave Calgary  AB
Contact: 1 403 265-2888
http://www.victoriapark.org/

September 2, 2012 BBQ On The Bow - Calgary Alberta

“Home of the Alberta BBQ Championships” welcomes all to enjoy our best in BBQ Sauce and BBQ Food Pit.  Entertainment features local concert bands, top Canadian blues musicians, a stampede, Children’s Craft Tent and more.
Free Admission.  Free street parking Sunday.
Where:  Eau Claire Festival Market, 101 - 3 St. Calgary  AB. 
Contact:  1 403 233-4380
http://www.bbqonthebow.com/

August 16-26, 2012 GlobalFest - Calagary, Alberta

A celebration of multi-culturalism and diversity.  Enjoy a variety of food vendors, live entertainment, displays, arts, crafts and more.  Activities include the OneWorld Festival, the Calgary Foundation Centennial World Stage and the world class International Fireworks Competition.
Ticket updates available on website.
Where:  Elliston Park, corner of 17th Ave and 60th St. 1827 68 St. SE Calgary AB 
Contact:  1 403 569-9679 or contactus@globalfest.ca
http://www.globalfest.ca/

August 11, 2012 Chinatown Street Festival - Calgary, Alberta

Experience an array of colours, smells, sounds and people at the Chinatown Street Festival. There are many street vendors selling everything from jewelry to authentic Chinese food. Various demonstrations occur, such as Tai Chi, and don't miss the parade of Chinese Dragons.

Where:  Chinatown, Centre Street South Calgary AB
Free Admission.
Contact: 1 403 850-1805
http://www.chinatowncalgary.com/ccma/

August 5-11, 2012 Afrikadey! Festival - Calgary AB

Celebrating African culture and featuring African music, crafts, food and more!  Events will take place at various venues throughout the week, finishing with a weekend of music at Prince's Island Park.
Where:  Calgary Olympic Plaza, 228 8th Ave. S.E. Calgary & Prince's Island,1st Ave & 4st, or Memorial Dr & 3rd St NW Calgary.  Check website for updates
Ticket updates available on website
Contact: 1 403 234-9110 or info@afrikadey.com
http://www.afrikadey.com/

July 30, 2012 Inglewood Sunfest - Calgary, Alberta

9th Avenue will be transformed into an Urban Carnival with vendors, food stands, and artists of all stripes entertaining you all the way down the street.  Something for everyone; fashion show, food booths for any appetite, pie-eating contest and bring down your treasured antiques for a free appraisal.
Where: 9th Avenue SE Calgary AB
Contact:  Kaya Konopnicki 1 403 829-9175 or kaya@inglewoodsunfest.com
http://www.inglewoodsunfest.com/main/

July 22, 2012 Kensington Sun & Salsa Festival - Calgary, Alberta

Taste a variety of salsas in the salsa tasting competition.
The streets are filled with bands, vendors, dancers and more. While families and friends check out the food and fun atmosphere, they can also head to the Children's Carnival area for family orientated fun.

NOTE:  Both Kensington Road and 10th Street will be closed for the day. There’s an LRT stop (Sunnyside) right at the Kensington Safeway, so public transit is a great way to beat the crowds. And we’re right off the bike paths so why not ride, blade, run or walk on over to our festival!
Free Admission.
Where:  Along Kensington Road and 10th Street NW
Contact:  403-283-4810 or kensingtonbrz@shaw.ca
http://www.visitkensington.com/sun-and-salsa/

July 21-22, 2012 Fiestaval Latin Festival - Calgary, Alberta

Multicultural arts and entertainment festival highlighting the Latin American Culture.  An amazing line up of local artist, folkloric dancers, professional dance showcases, 12 piece latin bands, 14 authentic community food vendors, 60 authentic artisan vendors, beer gardens, free dance lessons, and a lot of fun!
Free Admission.
Where:  Calgary Olympic Plaza
Contact:  (403) 453-7424
http://www.fiestaval.ca/

July 6-8, 2012 Calgary Turkish Festival - Calgary, Alberta

Come out and celebrate the Turkish culture and taste traditional Turkish cuisine.

Free Admission.
Where:  YMCA Calgary Eau Claire
Contact 1 403 401-3636 or info@CalgaryTurkishFestival.com
http://www.calgaryturkishfestival.com/

June 23-24, 2012 Somerset/Bridlewood Outdoor Festival - Calgary AB

The Outdoor Festival is a fun sporting event that will spark up your day and create long lasting memories. There will be a 3 on 3 basketball tournament, a tennis singles tournament, and a community run. There will be prizes for all tournament finalists, food and drinks, raffles and much more.

Where: Somerset Square SW Calgary AB
Contact: Text/Call: (403) 305 6760 or outdoorfestival@live.com
http://www.outdoorfestival.ca/

June 22-24, 2012 Calgary Greek Festival - Calgary, Alberta

Join us for the annual Greek Festival, featuring great authentic Greek food, live music, dancing and fun for the whole family.

Where:  Hellenic Community Centre
Contact:  1 403 240-4905
http://calgaryhellenic.com/

June 2-9, 2012 Carifest - Calgary, Alberta

Summer heats up in Calgary with the annual Carifest, celebrating Caribbean culture.  Mouth’s water at the mention of our “Curry”, “Stew”, “Patty”, or “Jerk” and lines form by the hundreds for a taste of our favourite dishes. We know that ginger actually makes a good beer, the saltier the fish the better, and the best part of an ox just might be his tail. That is Carifest.  A variety of events are scheduled including a carnival parade, food tastings, music and dance performances and more.

Where:  Shaw Millennium Skatepark Calgary  
Contact:  (403) 774-1300
http://www.carifestcalgary.com/