Calgary Roller Derby’s Rookie Rumble
The Calgary Roller Derby Association’s rookie team (in pink) took on the St. Albert team (in purple) at the Triwood Arena on Aug. 18. Though the rookies put up a good fight, St. Albert...
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Calgary Folk Fest 2012
Our arts editor captured some of the best performances at this year’s Calgary Folk Fest. Photos: Nathan Ross
Calgary Stampede 2012: Carnival
2012 marks the 100th birthday of the Calgary Stampede, and the grounds (and rides!) were packed with party-goers. Photos: Holly Triebwasser
Sled Island: Bonjay, Dojo Workhorse, Shabazz Palaces, Night Committee
Bonjay and Shabazz Palaces took the stage at Olympic Plaza on June 23, while Dojo Workhorse and Night Committee hit Broken City. Photos: Nathan Ross
Sled Island: Goose Hut, Hooded Fang, PARLOVR, Wake Owl
On June 2, Goose Hut, Hooded Fang and PARLOVR rocked Dicken’s and Wake Owl played Olympic Plaza. Photos: Nathan Ross
Sled Island: CFCF, FIVER, The British Columbians, The Sadies
The #1 Legion hosted FIVER, The British Columbians and The Sadies on June 21, with CFCF appearing at Theatre Junction Grand. Photos: Nathan Ross
Sled Island: Hunter-Gatherer, Rococode, The Antlers, The Diet
Hunter-Gatherer, Rococode, The Antlers and The Diet took the stage at the Republik on June 20. Photos: Nathan Ross
Sled Island: Bend Sinister, The Dudes, Sloth Records poster show
Sled Island kicked off on June 19 with a poster show at Sloth Records, while Bend Sinister and The Dudes rocked the Commonwealth Bar & Stage. Photos: Nathan Ross
Caribbean oasis in Calgary
Calgary’s annual Carifest wrapped up on June 9 with a festival and parade featuring costumed dancers to honour Caribbean and African cultures.
Sweet City kicks off year of cultural events
The Sweet City Celebration on May 11 was the beginning of a year of events to honour Calgary’s status as one of Canada’s cultural capitals. The massive party featured numerous local performing acts, including...
