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.
Where: Thorncliffe Greenview Community Centre 5600 Centre St. NW Calgary T2K 0A1
Contact: 403 280-6704
http://www.jcaalberta.com/taste.htm
May, 2013 Serbian Fest - Calgary, Alberta
Held annually Victoria Day Weekend.
This exclusive event will feature great performances of various folk dancing groups from Calgary and out of town, cultural exhibits, sport competitions and fabulous homemade traditional Serbian food and much more.
When & Where: 1-5pm. South Calgary Community, 3130 - 16 St SW Calgary AB
Admission: $2, always check website for updates.
Contact 403 852-8806
http://www.serbianfest.org/
June 2-3, 2012 Calgary Ukrainian Festival -Calgary, Alberta
Experience true hospitality at the annual Calgary Ukrainian Festival. Non-stop entertainment features colourful dancing and folk melodies from across Canada and Ukraine. Shop for souvenirs in the marketplace and sample homecooked perogies, just like Baba used to make!
Where: Acadia Recreation Complex. 240-90th Ave SE Calgary AB CA T2J 6P6
Admission: Festival tickets - $10, Children under 5 FREE, Zabava tickets $20
Contact: info@calgaryukrainianfestival.ca
http://www.calgaryukrainianfestival.ca/
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/
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.
Contact: 403 240-4905
http://calgaryhellenic.com/
June 23-24, 2012 Somerset/Bridlewood Outdoor Festival - Calgary, Alberta
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.
Contact: Text/Call: 403 305 6760 or outdoorfestival@live.com
http://www.outdoorfestival.ca/
July 6-8, 2012 Calgary Turkish Festival - Calgary, Alberta
Come out and celebrate Turkish culture and taste traditional Turkish cuisine.
Where: YMCA Calgary Eau Claire
Contact: 403 401-3636 or info@CalgaryTurkishFestival.com
http://www.calgaryturkishfestival.com/
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 22, 2012 Kensington Sun & Salsa Festival - Calgary, Alberta
Taste a variety of salsas created by restaurants in Kensington for the salsa tasting competition.
The streets are filled with bands, vendors, dancers and more. Pub patios get packed with revelers out to enjoy the sunshine. 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.
Free Admission.
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!
Where: Along Kensington Road and 10th Street NW
Contact: 403 283-4810 or kensingtonbrz@shaw.ca
http://www.visitkensington.com/sun-and-salsa/
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 403 829-9175 or kaya@inglewoodsunfest.com
http://www.inglewoodsunfest.com/main/
August 5-11, 2012 Afrikadey! Festival - Calgary, Alberta
Celebrating African culture, Afrikadey! Events will take place at various venues throughout the week, finishing with a weekend of music at Prince's Island Park. Featuring African music, crafts, food and more!
Ticket updates available on website.
Where: Calgary Olympic Plaza 228 8th Ave. S.E. Calgary. Prince's Island, 1st Ave & 4st, or Memorial Dr & 3rd St NW Calgary.
Contact: 403 234-9110 or info@afrikadey.com
http://www.afrikadey.com/
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.
Free Admission.
Where: Chinatown, Centre Street South Calgary, AB
Contact: 403 850-1805
http://www.chinatowncalgary.com/ccma/
August 16-26, 2012 GlobalFest - Calgary, Alberta
A celebration of multi-culturalism and diversity. Enjoy traditional cuisine, 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: 403 569-9679 or contactus@globalfest.ca
http://www.globalfest.ca/
September 2, 2012 BBQ On The Bow - Calgary, Alberta
“Home of the Alberta BBQ Championships”. Enjoy BBQ Sauce and a BBQ Food Pit. Entertainment featuring local concert bands, top Canadian blues musicians and bands, stampede, Children’s Craft Tent and more.
Where: Eau Claire Festival Market, 101 - 3 St. Calgary AB.
Contact: 403 233-4380
http://www.bbqonthebow.com/
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: 403 265-2888
http://www.victoriapark.org/
August 3, 2012 Polynesian Days - Alberta Beach, Alberta
Held over the August long weekend.
Pancake breakfast family fun and food. In the past the activities have included: Sand sculpture contest, a giant parade, free wagon rides, slow pitch tournament, music and bonfires on the beach, petting zoo, scavenger hunt, dunk tank, Watch closer to the event for final details! This celebration of the Polynesian culture includes a street parade and midway during four days of fun and festivities.
Contact: 780 924-3181
http://www.albertabeachchamber.com/calendars/show_event/13094
July 19-28, 2012 A Taste Of Edmonton - Edmonton, Alberta
A Taste of Edmonton Festival is one of the city’s most popular festivals, a dazzling array of tastes and sounds that fill Churchill Square.
Contact: 780 423-2822 X24 or galbi@eventsedmonton.ca
http://www.eventsedmonton.ca/
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