Accessing Prairie Culture
Book your bed at HI-Calgary and get excellent access to the majority of the city's summer festivals.

4th Street Lilac Festival
Enjoy a wide array of entertainers and vendors along 4th Street in the heart of the Mission district.
Date: May 27, 2012

Sled Island
An eclectic mix of independent artists from around the world perform in venues throughout the city.
Date: June 20 - 23, 2012

Calgary Stampede
The "Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth", which includes a world famous rodeo, exhibition, midway and live entertainment. Book now because beds sell out fast!
Date: July 6 - 15, 2012

Kensingston Sun and Salsa Festival
Start with tomatoes, add garlic, hot peppers and garnish with cilantro. Set FIRE to those taste buds!
Date: July 22, 2012

Calgary Folk Festival
Calgary's ever popular Folk Festival attracts many big names in the industry.
Date: July 26 - 29, 2012

Calgary Fringe Festival
Raw and innovative performances, live music for everyone.
Date: August 3-11, 2012

Calgary International Reggae Festival
Western Canada's pre-eminent reggae music and cultural festival, featuring first class performers from Canada and around the world in a family friendly setting.
Date: August 15-18, 2012

Calgary International Blues Festival
Smokin' blues in the heart of the New West.
Date: August 2012 (exact dates TBA)

Expo Latino
A festival promoting Hispanic culture through dance, music, food and art.
Date: August 2012 (exact dates TBA)

Calgary International Film Festival
An exciting international film event that highlights independent films, filmmakers, and screenwriters from around the globe.
Date: Late September - October 2012 (exact dates TBA)