10 things to do in Calgary this weekend (Aug. 14 - 16)

An undated photo of the Inglewood Night Market in Calgary, Alta. (Facebook/Inglewood Night Market)

There are plenty of local events and activities to check out in Calgary this weekend.

Inglewood Night Market

• What: Head to the Inglewood Night Market to shop locally sourced and hand-made items from dozens of local vendors, browse vintage clothing and antiques and enjoy drinks, live music and food.
• When: 5 to 10 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 14.
• Where: Inglewood, 10 Avenue and 10 Street S.E., near The Nash restaurant.

Carifest

• What: Head to Cowboys Park to take in Carifest 2026, a celebration of Caribbean culture, music, food and traditions.
• When: Thursday, Aug. 13 to Sunday, Aug. 16.
• Where: Cowboys Park, 1220 Ninth Ave. S.W.

Expo Latino

• What: Latin music, food and culture take centre stage at Expo Latino at Prince’s Island Park.
• When: Friday, Aug. 14 to Sunday, Aug. 16.
• Where: Prince’s Island Park, 698 Eau Claire Ave. S.W.

Eddy Fest

• What: In honour of the King Eddy’s 120th anniversary, the National Music Centre presents Eddy Fest, a three-day music festival celebrating every chapter of the venue’s history.
• When: Friday, Aug. 14 to Sunday, Aug. 16.
• Where: The King Eddy, 438 Ninth Ave. S.E.

Ice Cream Fest

• What: Enjoy dozens of specialty ice cream flavours sold throughout Calgary as part of YYC Ice Cream Fest, a charitable competition that sees a portion of sales donated to Calgary Meals on Wheels.
• When: Until Sunday, Aug. 17, 2025.
• Where: Various locations throughout Calgary.

Cavalry vs. Forge

• What: Calgary’s Cavalry FC take on the Forge FC from Hamilton, Ont. in Canadian Premier League action.
• When: 3 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 15.
• Where: ATCO Field at Spruce Meadows, 18011 Spruce Meadows Way S.W.

Wild vs. Tides

• What: Calgary’s Wild FC take on the Ottawa Rapid FC in Northern Super League action.  
• When: 2 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 15.
• Where: McMahon Stadium, 1817 Crowchild Tr. N.W.

Chinatown Street Festival

• What: The Chinatown Street Festival returns to Calgary, featuring food, cultural performances, local vendors and family-friendly activities.
• When: 12 to 8 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 15.
• Where: Chinatown. 

Priddis & Millarville Fair

• What: Enjoy a weekend of free, family-friendly fun at the Priddis & Millarville Fair. There will be live entertainment, vendors and animal exhibitions.
• Where: Millarville Racetrack, 306097 192 St. W, Millarville, Alta.
• When: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 15 and Sunday, Aug. 16.

BUMP Festival

• What: The Beltline Urban Murals Project (BUMP) Festival is one of the city’s most expansive public art initiatives. The festival features not only visual art but performing art as well.
• When: Until Monday, Aug. 17.
• Where: Various venues throughout the city.