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Wednesday 11 September 2024 - Wordfest presents TikTok Sensation and bestselling author Becka Mack to celebrate the release of Fall with Me, the fourth book in her "Playing for Keeps" hockey romance series. “Hilarious, hotter than a ghost pepper, with an amazing cast of characters I can’t get enough of, found family that hits right in the heart and utterly addicting storytelling, Fall with Me captivated me from the very first page and never let me go," raves Helena Hunting, New York Times bestselling author of Pucked. Your ticket includes an exclusive conversation, hosted by Slow Burn Book's Nicola MacNaughton, as well as a book signing. To make sure you'll have lots of time to connect in the signing line, please send us any questions you'd like Nicola to ask Becka in advance via this link. Doors open at 6PM. Go have an indulgent early dinner downtown. Then arrive early and indulge in libations from Dandy Brewing Company while you shop at the Slow Burn Books pop-up store. Can't wait to get your hands on Becka's books? You can pre-order Fall with Me and backlist titles from Slow Burn Books here. And there will be a special cool treat to go with this (very) hot book, courtesy of our friends at Village Ice Cream. Re Signing: Becka is thrilled to sign up to three books and will personalize. No posed photos but a Wordfest team member will take a candid shot with your phone. If audience members have more than three books for signing, they can go to the back of the line and wait until after the first wave of fans has interacted with our star. We are grateful to Simon & Schuster Canada for making it possible for Wordfest to connect you with Becka Mack. - Event Details

Wednesday 11 September 2024 - Hailing from the oil fields of Louisiana, Bryan Martin lives the stories he writes and country fans are listening. His real-life emotions are inseparable from his songs, as is clearly shown in his breakout hit "We Ride.” Emerging in Nashville, he's garnered over 378 million cumulative streams and 750K social media followers. He's opened for artists like Jason Aldean, Brantley Gilbert, Warren Zeiders, and more. Martin made his debut at Nashville's iconic Grand Ole Opry on August 29. Bryan's albums, If It Was Easy and Self Inflicted Scars, stem from his burdensome struggles he's dealt with since his youth. His recently released project, Poets & Old Souls, which includes the everyman anthem "We Ride," reflects his growth and deep connection with listeners. - Event Details

Tuesday 10 September 2024 - Join us for an unforgettable evening of laughter at The Stampede and Sunscreen Comedy Tour, starring the hilariously talented Mike Payne and Frank Russo! On September 11th, Yuk Yuk's Calgary will play host to this dynamic comedy duo, bringing you a night filled with side-splitting humor and witty observations. Don’t miss your chance to see these top comedians live in action, delivering their unique comedic styles in a show that's sure to keep you entertained from start to finish. Grab your tickets now for a night of comedy you won't want to miss! - Event Details

Tuesday 10 September 2024 - Switchfoot brings The Beautiful Letdown world tour to The Palace Theatre on Wednesday, September 11! 18+ only, with valid government issued ID SWITCHFOOT has sold almost 10 million copies worldwide of their twelve studio albums (including their 2003 double-platinum breakthrough The Beautiful Letdown and 2009's Grammy Award-winning Hello Hurricane), racked up a string of Alternative radio hit singles, and performed sold-out tours with over 5 million concert tickets sold in over 40 countries around the world. Through their unique blend of emotionally intelligent and uplifting brand of alternative rock, SWITCHFOOT has earned a devoted and loyal global fan base. - Event Details

Monday 9 September 2024 - We've been eagerly awaiting Daniel J. Levitin's return to Calgary since he had to cancel his sold-out in-person show at the start of the pandemic in 2020. Lucky us – the best-selling neuroscientist, musician and author is returning this September with I Heard There Was a Secret Chord: Music as Medicine. This mind-expanding conversation, hosted by Calgary musician and arts advocate Erin Thrall, includes a book signing and an audience Q&A for which you can submit questions in advance here. (If you’d like to read one of his New York Times bestsellers or his new book in advance of the show, you can order books for pick up at Shelf Life here. We are grateful to Penguin Random House Canada for making it possible to connect you with Daniel J. Levitin. - Event Details

Sunday 8 September 2024 - WWE Monday Night RAW returns to Calgary for the first time in 11 years on Monday, September 9. Don’t miss this globally televised event live from Scotiabank Saddledome. See your favorite WWE Superstars including “The American Nightmare” Cody Rhodes, Seth “Freakin” Rollins, Sami Zayn, The Judgment Day, Becky Lynch, Drew McIntyre, Calgary’s own Natalya and many more! - Event Details

Saturday 7 September 2024 - Calgary’s Taste of Italy Festival is an annual celebration scheduled for Sunday, September 8th, 2024 from 11 am - 7 pm. This free event is a vibrant showcase of Italian culture, featuring delicious Italian food, captivating dancers, and lively musical performers. There will be fun contests, free glitter tattoos, and a pasta craft tent for kids! If you’re passionate about Italian culture and cuisine, join us! - Event Details

Saturday 7 September 2024 - The Ladd Foundation is thrilled to announce the arrival of 1616 Hyundai HockeyFest: Calgary the world’s largest street hockey festival! Forget about yelling “car” dragging nets to the curbs or running down the street to get your ball. Take the essence of hockey the integration of real rinks the support of official referees and you get the largest road hockey tournament in North America! Each game is played on 50% to scale NHL sized rinks with real boards real netting and real referees. HockeyFest will have local food trucks, music, games, and local supporters of youth sport. While there is a cost to enter the tournament, attendance to the event is free and open to the general public! 1616 Hyundai Hockeyfest Calgary is for ALL AGES but space is limited! To register your hockey team in the tournament, go to 1616.org and click the 1616 Hyundai HockeyFest: Calgary banner at the top of the page! - Event Details

Saturday 7 September 2024 - RBC Race for the Kids is back on Sunday, September 8th with a day of in-person fun that includes a family fun walk/run, race swag, as well as all-day parking and access to Heritage Park. This fundraising event is in support of important programs and services that help kids in our community who are struggling with their mental health. Registrants set up their own fundraising page and reach out to family and friends for donations. If you would like to learn more about the kind of programs and services RBC Race for the Kids supports, visit buildthemup.ca. Registration is open now with special early-bird pricing of $35 for adults and $25 for youth aged 3-17 until June 30. Children 2 and under are free. Register early to save on registration cost AND be entered to win a pair of tickets to Kings of Leon concert at the Saddledome September 3rd. To learn about sponsorship opportunities, please contact Catherine Feenstra, Manager, Community Initiatives & Events at 403-955-8886 or cfeenstra@achf.com. - Event Details