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JUNE		Back To Top
June 3 - 2002	Super Cities Walk for MS The Calgary Chapter of the Multiple Sclerosis Society Prince's Island Park, Calgary, Alberta Canada Join us for the Enerflex Super Cities Walk for MS The Enerflex Super Cities Walk for Multiple Sclerosis is a national event, raising funds and awareness right across Canada every year. We invite you to lace up your sneakers, and join over 2300 Calgarians on June 2 at Prince’s Island Park for the Enerflex Super Cities Walk 2002! (403) 250-7090
June 3 - 2002	Rockyview Invitational Golf Tournament Calgary Health Trust - Events Calendar 10th Anniversary Glencoe Golf & Country Club For the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit 403 - 943-0602
June 5 - 9 2002	Spruce Meadows National
June 6 - 15 2002	Funny Fest 6 venues 70 shows non stop laughter and fun for 10 days, 24 hours per day adult comedy, stand up and family fun 403 - 228 7888
June 7 - 15 2002	Carifest Parade 12:00 olympic plaza Carifest 2002 will commemorate the 21st anniversary of Calgary's premier Caribbean festival.
June 8 - 9 2002	MS Bike Tour The Calgary Chapter of the Multiple Sclerosis Society The MS Bike Tour is a 200 km ride through some of southern Alberta’s most beautiful country and some of the quaint towns that make south central Alberta such a great place. This is a two day tour starting from Airdrie, with a stay overnight at Olds College. This is not a race! You ride at your own pace. The MS Bike Tour will provide you with a weekend of fun and adventure. Expect fantastic prizes and personal challenge. (403) 250-7090
June 8 2002	Cochrane Country Classic Show & Shine At Cochrane Canadian Tire 10:00 am to 4:00 pm 1972 and earlier, special interest and motorcycles. Registration $10.00, prise raffle and trophies. Shawn @ 403 - 851-0770. Ext. 333
June 8 - 9 2002	Railway Days At Heritage Park 403 - 268-8500 for more information
June 8 - 16 2002	Pride Calgary Parade me: Departure from starting point at 11 AM Route: Set-up and start at 'Staging Area" 2nd Street SW north side of 17 Avenue West on 17th Avenue to 11 th Street S.W. North on 11th Street End at the Street Fair at Connaught School find a listing of all events on this web site, with updates being done regularly.
June 9 2002	Walk For Children's Dreams Eau Claire Market. pledge sheets at various retail locations or on-line at www.sunshine.ca. Sunshine Dreams For Kids is a not for profit organization that grants dreams to special children between the ages of 3 - 19 who are deling with severe physical handicaps or terminal illnesses. None of the 31 chapters across Canada receive gov't funding and only 10% of monies go to administration. For more information visit web site or Phone President Elect Eleanor Robertson at 249-3288 or Walk Chair Dianna Poirier after 7 pm at 249-3288.
June 11 -13 2002	Canadian International Petroleum Conference Calgary Stampede Park 20 Roundup Way June 11 - 12 10.00am - 6.00 pm June 13 10.00am - 5.00 pm
June 14 - 16 2002	Greek Festival Hellenic Community Everyone invited an opportunity to share our Hellenic culture with our fellow Calgarians.
June 14 - 23 2002	Calgary International Jazz Festival At various locations around Calgary 403 249-1119 for more information.
June 16 2002	Street Heat Show & Tell open to all specialty vehicles, at Hooters parking lot. registration 8:am to 10:00 am. dash plaque to first 150, $5 entry fee, spectators free. Bill @ 403 - 292-0039
June 16 - 2002	Father's Day at Heritage Park At Heritage Park. Treat Dad to an old-fashioned Father's Day with a relaxing family visit to Heritage Park. 403 - 268-8500 for more information
June 17 - 27 2002	Native Awareness Week At various locations around Calgary 403 296-2227 for more information Also See: Calgary Aboriginal Arts Awareness Society
June 17 2002	Jerry Selinger Invitational Golf Tournament Calgary Health Trust - Events Calendar For Pulmonary Hypertension Clinic 403 - 943-0602
June 21 2002	Global Citizen Vigil Vigil celebrating the role of Calgarians as global citizens, including speakers from various sectors of the Calgary community. 9:30 PM McMahon Stadium For more information, contact Catherine Little, e-mail littlec@cadvision.com
June 21 - 25 2002	Group of Six Billion (G6B)--The People's Summit Alternative conference organized by Non-Governmental Organizations. More information contacts are: Ms. Lynn Foster (403) -202-0638 Dr. David Swann (403) -270-2145
June 21 2002	Solstice Plaza Beat - longest day of the year Come join a celebration of the changing of seasons and the longest day of the year at Olympic Plaza. Group drumming performances 6-8 pm. Facilitated drumming circles 8-10 pm. For more information: Contact the Epcor Centre at 294-7455 Pictures of the celebration and the the sunset here!
June 21 - 27 2002	Stop and Listen and Know Multi-faith Vigil for Global Justice with Silence, Fasting and other Prayerful Activities around the G8 Summit. Knox United Church yard, 6th Ave. and 4th St. S.W. Calgary, Alberta, Canada
June 22 2002	Second Annual Sunnyslope Show & Shine at Sunnyslope Alberta. Sound off, smoke show comp, petting zoo, flea market, dance and free camping. Vince after 6:00 pm 403 - 443- 7167
June 22 2002	Mustang All Ford Show & Show Registration 9am to noon, Show & Shine noon to 4 pm $10.00 registration, public admission free food bank donation. Wayne 403 - 202-0717
June 23 2002	The Community Solidarity March Challenging the G8: global corporate rule, militarism, war and the government attack on our communities. 1:00 PM Eau Claire Plaza to Olympic Plaza.
June 25 2002	DareArts Children for Peace - Free Family Night A night of music, theatre and storytelling celebrating African Arts 'Children for Peace' DareArts is offering a free night of entertainment and learning for all ages. The evening features Olympic gold medallist Daniel Igali from Nigeria; and performances by African heritage musician and storyteller David Thiaw, the Suzuki School violinists and Evergreen Theatre. 7:00 PM University of Calgary Theatre Call 220-7202 to reserve your tickets. For more information call Marilyn at 265-ARTS.
June 25 2002	G8 March and Protest - Gap 12:00 Noon 8 Ave. Mall 3 Street S.W. March and protest of Gap activities Pictures Click Here
June 25 2002	G8 March and Protest 7:00 PM March and protest Memorial Park 12 Ave and 4 Street S.W. Pictures Click Here
June 26 2002	G8 March and Protests 6:00 AM - 10:AM Fort Calgary 9 Ave. and 5 Street S.E. 10:00 AM split into 3 groups One group goes South, One group North and one East Pictures Click Here
June 26 2002	G8 Protest Picnic 1:00 PM Riley Park 800 - 12 Street N.W. (west of 10 Street) Picnic protest Pictures Click Here
June 27 - July 4 2002	Airdrie Pro Rodeo At the Airdrie Rodeo Ranch, North of Calgary and West of Airdrie. 403 - 948-0512 for more information
June 26 - 27 2002	G8 Summit The G8 is an informal group of eight countries: Canada, France, Germany,Italy, Japan, Russia, the United Kingdom and the United States of America.The European Union also participates and is represented by the President of the European Commission and by the leader of the country that holds the presidency of the European Council at the time of the G8 Summit. AtKananaskis, this leader is the President of the Government of the Kingdom of Spain.
JULY	Canada Day - Calgary Celebrates Canada's Birthday	Back To Top
July 1 2002	Bar U Ranch Dominion Day brunch runs 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and features a salute to the cowboy with music, storytelling and poetry from 1 to 3:30 p.m. Pony rides, horse and roping demonstrations, puppet shows and rope-making will be offered and the singing of O Canada will commence at noon. The Bar U Ranch is located 13 kilometres south of Longview on Highway 22. The event is free Call 1-800-568-4996. Free Fun Calgary - Canadian Greeting Cards Here!
July 1 2002	Canada Kicks 2002 is slated to be a day long event celebrating Canada Day. The event runs at Shaw Millenium Park on July 1 from 10a.m. to 10p.m. Featured acts include 54-40, Bif Naked, Field Day, Flu, The Long Run, The Dudes, XL Bird Suit, The Cranston Foundation, Sam Sara, War Party and Parkers Live. There will be 3 on 3 Basketball, Beach VolleyBall, Beer Gardens and Food Kiosks on-going during the event. Tickets are $8 at the Gate. For more information call 777-1800. Shaw Millennium Park 701 11 St. SW Free Fun Calgary - Canadian Greeting Cards Here!
July 1 2002	CMDRA 2002 - Canadian Drag Bike Series The CMDRA is slated to present its Drag Bike Series at Race City Speedway on July 1 and 2. For more information call (604) 882-1009. Race City Speedway Motorsport Park 68 St. and 114 Ave. S.E. (403) 272-7223 Free Fun Calgary - Canadian Greeting Cards Here!
July 1 2002	Cochrane Theme centres around Queen Elizabeth’s Golden Jubilee, complete with a 21-gun salute by the 9th Battalion Rifles. Youth parade, no commercial floats or entries The parade is set to begin at 11 a.m. From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., local artists, sculptors and crafters will adorn downtown businesses with their masterpieces, and maps will be available. From 11 a.m. to noon Straus will entertain the crowd with live jazz and blues music, to be followed by dance entertainment and a flag raising ceremony at 1 p.m. The 9th Battalion Rifles will be offering a 21-gun salute in honour of the Queen’s Golden Jubilee. Andean music from Equador, Cochrane fast-gun demonstrations straight from the Old West, and the Canada Day Family Concert. Samantha Edwards, The Carsons, Gil Grand and Diane Chase will all be staging a musical Canada Day finale at Mitford Park from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m Adult (12 and up) tickets will sell at $12 each, while children under 12 years old get in free. For more information, call 932-7981. Free Fun Calgary - Canadian Greeting Cards Here!
July 1 2002	Enmax Park for STARS Canada Day fireworks The Enmax parking lot at 2808 Spiller Rd. S.E. will be open from 6 to 11 p.m. at $2 per car to view the fireworks. The lot will be operated by Enmax employees and the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 245, whose members are donating their time. All proceeds will go to STARS air ambulance. Free Fun Calgary - Canadian Greeting Cards Here!
July 1 2002	Foothills P.A.R.T.Y. Run Foothills P.A.R.T.Y. Run is slated to kickoff July 1st at Edworthy Park. Enter at any Running Room location or online at www.runningroom.com Edworthy Park Access north on 45 St. SW to Spruce Dr. S.W. Free Fun Calgary - Canadian Greeting Cards Here!
July 1 2002	Fort Calgary Historic Park - Dominion Day plans to celebrate the diversity of cultures that helped found Canada with an outdoor day of family fun. The first 500 people to arrive after 9 a.m. will be treated to a pancake breakfast. There will be a flag-raising ceremony at 9:30 a.m., followed by games, face painting and children's entertainers. The Global Stage will feature 18 performances by such artists as the Sassenach Highland Dancers, the Calgary Metis Dancers, the RCMP K-9 Show, the U of C pipe band and Wagonstage Children's Theatre. At 2 p.m., there will be an assembly and inspection at the fort and the Taste of Nations Food Fair will be open all day. The festivities run 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call 290-1875 for more information. Free Fun Calgary - Canadian Greeting Cards Here!
July 1 2002	Heritage Park It may be Canada's 135th birthday, but it's also Heritage Park's 38th. Come down for a slice of birthday cake and family games. The First Nations Dancers and the 65th Mount Royal Rifles will be performing in the Settlement Area. The day ends with a performance by country legend Ian Tyson at 6 p.m. The Tyson concert is free with admission. Call 268-8500 for more information. Free Fun Calgary - Canadian Greeting Cards Here!
July 1 2002	International Avenue Festival - Parade Dominion Day Parade: Forest Lawn is reviving a nearly 50-year-old tradition with the Dominion Day Parade in conjunction with the 50th anniversary of the incorporation of the Town of Forest Lawn. The parade will start at 11 a.m. at 52nd Street and 17th Avenue S.E. and proceed to 3111 17th Ave. S.E., where there will be a festival featuring a car show and shine, pony rides, a petting zoo, craft and information tables, a flea market and more until 4 p.m. For more information, call Brenda at 248-7288. Free Fun Calgary - Canadian Greeting Cards Here!
July 1 2002	Prince's Island Park Local bands such as the Dino Martinis, Tim Tamashiro and the Mocking Shadows will be performing on three stages, along with children's entertainers and face painters wandering the grounds in an event geared for the entire family. It runs all afternoon. All the entertainment is FREE!. Free Fun Calgary - Canadian Greeting Cards Here!
July 1 -July 7 2002	Stage West presents Damn Yankees(Started May2) Stage West 403 - 243-6642
July 4 - Aug 19 2002	Shakespeare in the Park The Mount Royal College Conservatery stages free theatre in the beautiful setting of Prince's Island Park. Take along a picnic. (403) 240-6908. Location: Prince's Island Park
July 4 2002	Calgary Exhibition & Stampede Sneek-a-Peek The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth! Sneek A Peek - Gates Open 5:00 PM & Midway 6:00 PM Admission $5.00 Thursday Evening Free Food, Entertainment & more Click Here
July 5 2002	Calgary Exhibition & Stampede (parade) Offically Starts 9:00 AM with Free Parade: Expected to draw about 150 float entries, along with marching bands, rodeo royalty, cowboys, cowgirls, First Nations representatives, horses, clowns, and of course, a politician or two. Parade Route Information Begins at 6th Avenue and 2nd Street S.E. (goes west) Ends at 9th Avenue and 2nd Street S.E. (goes east) Free Food, Entertainment & more Click Here
July 05 - 14 2002	Calgary Exhibition & Stampede The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth! Attractions, Concerts, Events, Food, Entertainment at it's best, oh so much to do and eat so little time, Free pancake breakfasts and free entertainment all over Calgary everyday. Free Food, Entertainment & more Click Here
July 6 2002	Chinook Centre's 42nd Annual Stampede Breakfast Annual Stampede Breakfast 7-11 AM, rain or shine, in the Chinook Centre parking lot. Macleod Trail and Glenmore Trail North West Corner 403 - 259-2022 Free Food, Entertainment & more Click Here
July 6 2002	Music Magic http://www.sdcaa.ab.ca McMahon Stadium Music Magic! This event is sponsored by Allegiance Elite and features many different music and pageantry groups from all over the world. For more information please call 860 8652 or 250 2263.
July 6 - 14 2002	Asia Pacific Orienteering Championships The University of Calgary (U of C) will be the centre for Calgary area events, and the University of Alberta Administration & general enquiries info@apoc2002.com 403 - 262 - 4457
July 7 2002	Calgary Exhibition & Stampede Family Day Free Admission to grounds till 9:00 AM Stampede Caravan Free Breakfast - Entertainment Calgary Stampede Grandstand 7:00 am - 11:00 AM Stampede Rodeo- Daily at 1:30 PM Chuckwagon Races- Daily at 8:00 PM Grandstand Show- 9:30 PM Fireworks- 11:30 PM (approximately)
July 7 2002	The Enmax Family Day Breakfast Stampede Park in the Grandstand Courtyard There will be free breakfast and free admission to the Park until 9 a.m. Breakfast is served from 7 to 10 a.m., with a free stage show on the Grandstand Stage at 7:30 a.m. Free Food, Entertainment & more Click Here
July 10 - Sept 8 2002	The British Invasion Stage West In 1962, we were all twisting and shouting to the sound of Run Around Sue, listening to the Beach Boys and dreaming of California. Two years later, four Mop-haired boys from LIVERPOOL landed in America and changed the music landscape forever. Although the BEATLES may have led the invasion, the army comprised of hundreds of foot soldiers.The Stones, Chad and Jeremy, Gerry and the Pacemakers, Cliff Richards, Pet Clarke, Lulu, Dusty Springfield, and later Rod Stewart, Tom Jones, Elton John, Annie Lennox and many more. Let Stage West take you on a magical mystery tour as we relive the British Invasion 727 - 42 Avenue SE 403 - 243-6642
July 14 2002	Stampede Breakfast Calgary Zoo 8:00am to 10:00am With your Zoo admission you will receive a delicious stampede breakfast of our famous flapjacks.
July 20-21 2002	24 Hours of Adrenalin presented by Jeep 24 Hour Mountain Bike Team Relay and Solo Race. For more information see www.24hoursofadrenalin.com or Phone (905) 944-9436 Canmore Nordic Centre (email form) Phone: (403) - 678-2400 Suite 100, 1988 Olympic Way Canmore AB T1W 2T6
July 25 - 28 2002	Calgary Folk Music Festival folkfest@canuck.com 403-233-0904
July 26 - Aug 4 2002	The Third Annual Oeste Canada Flamenco Festival 2002 Flamenco Dance and Guitar Workshops Join Oeste Canada Flamenco Festival in its third year as it brings Sunny Spain to Calgary for an authentic experience of Spanish culture, Flamenco music and dance. Fiesta on Stephen Avenue Mall July 29 – August 2, 2002 11:30 am to 2:00 pm Tent City with exciting live entertainment from local artists and students, authentic Spanish cuisine, treasures from Spain and travel Spain information from Magic Tours. (Brought to you by Oeste Canada Flamenco Festival, Downtown Business Association and CJSW Radio) Noche de Flamenco Fuego (Night of Flamenco Fire) and the returning Flamenco de la Mision production of Tierra, Tradicion y Flamenco Plus – Los Ninos de Flamenco In A Flamenco Dinner Show Saturday, August 3, 2002 Bridgeland Riverside Community Centre 919 McDougall Rd. N.E Dinner 7:30; Show 9:00 $48.00 (After July 15 - $58) cash bar Celebrate Spain’s sounds of the staccato footwork, the haunting voice of the gypsy singer, taste authentic Spanish cuisine, drink her wines and experience her zest for life in one special evening of “Noche de Flamenco Fuego” (Night of Flamenco Fire). Tickets are available at: Oeste Canada Flamenco Festival Office (403) 228-6092 Email: flamenco@telusplanet.net Web: www.repeatseat.biz/clients/flamenco
July 27 2002	Agape Hospice Garden Party Join The Salvation Army’s Agapé Hospice for tea at their second annual Garden Party on Saturday, July 27th in the Agapé Hospice Dr. Peter Geggie Serenity Garden 1302 8 Avenue NW from 2:00 pm 5:00 pm. The afternoon will feature a gardenside chat at 3:00 pm by local gardener Ken Girard, “Gardening under the Chinook Arch,” as well as a silent auction and opportunities to tour Agapé. Tickets for this fundraiser are $20 and are available by calling Agapé (403) - 282-6588
AUGUST		Back To Top
August 4 - 6 - 2002	Calgary BMX Association CBA National #7 and #8 - Stampede Nationals 403 - 255-1610 info@calgarybmx.com
August 5 2002	Fort Calgary - Heritage Day 403 - 290-1875
August 5 2002	Heritage Family Festival at Heritage Park family games that were traditional at the turn of the 20th Century. Rare Breeds Canada is pleased to join us with their display of heritage farm animals and poultry. 403 - 268-8500
August 7 - 17 2002	Royal Bank Calgary International Organ Foundation A world of first-class entertainment is right at your door! Take in 11 days of festival activities that celebrate music from the organ family of instruments. Hear gifted competitors vie for gold medals and prizes worth over $100,000. A world of music is coming to Calgary in 2002...Don't miss it for the world!
August 8 - 11 2002	Taste of Calgary Eau Claire Market samples from Calgary's finest and mostunique restaurants and beverage companies. 403 - 293-8888 or 403 - 777-0000
August 9 - 11 2002	Pioneer Acres 33rd Annual Show & Reunion The Old Time Show Where There's Always Something New Enjoy Three Days of Unique Exhibits, Competitions and Demonstrations Featuring The Year of the Horse Demonstrations begin 10:00 a.m. each day Three Parades daily: Feature Parade, Antique Car & Truck Parade and Parade of Power featuring steam engines, tractors and horses Field Demonstrations including threshing, plowing and cutting grain with binders Live Stage Entertainment Pioneer World Exhibits including crafts, homemade ice cream, buns and baking Trade Fair Horse demonstrations Slow Races Tractor Pulls Youth activities daily New Activities: Antique Tractor Pulls, Dog Trials, Old Tyme Fashion Show, Tractor Starting Competitions Pancake Breakfast - Saturday & Sunday, 7 to 9 A.M. Church Service on Sunday 9:30 a.m. Concessions on site. Adults - $8.00, Children 12 & under - Free; Seniors' Special rate on Friday Only - $5.00 Free Parking, convenient next door camping available. Unserviced sites @ $15.00 for the entire weekend. Free shuttle to and from the Show gate.
August 11 - 17 2002	Afrikadey! African Festival various locations in Calgary 403- 234-9110
August 11 - 12 - 2002	SnowJam / DV8 Presented by Molson's, this weekend of fun offers everything from snowboarding demos to hot bands. Location: Olympic Plaza
August 12 - 2002	Ironman Invitational Golf Tournament Calgary Health Trust - Events Calendar Heart Health for Peter Lougheed Centre 403 - 943-0602
August 17 2002	Calgary Police Rodeo 20th annual rodeo @ Airdrie Rodeo Grounds Beer gardens, pancake breakfast, free camping, and free children's carnival, family-orientated event For more information see the Calgary Police Rodeo Association web site for exact location, times, and more.
August 18 - 2002	Frontier Fun at Heritage Park focuses on the lifestyles of Natives and Pioneers of the 1800's.There will be crafts, hide tanning and arrow-head construction.Children can try the replica toys that the native pioneer youth may have had 403 - 268-8500
August 25 2002	Ninth annual Calgary Camaro Club and Friends Sunridge Mall Registration fee $5.00 from 9 am to noon. show at 11:00 to 3:30 pm. Spectators free and food bank donations will be accepted. Ric - 403 285-3086
August 24 -25 2002	Hispanic Festival
August 31 - Sept 1 2002	Fall Fair at Heritage Park The public is invited to enter our friendly competition at the 27th Annual Fall Fair. Home-cooking, horticulture, handicrafts and small livestock are featured and there are categories forchildren of all ages. 403 - 268-8500
August 31 - Sept 1 2002	Festival on the Bow At Prince's Island Park 403 - 225-1913
August 31 2002	Calgary Highland Games At Sholdice Athletic Park 403 - 283-8743 for more information.

SEPTEMBER		Back To Top
September 1 - 10 2002	AIESEC International Congress 2002 http://www.ic2002.ca/ An exciting international youth event bringing 600 post-secondary students from 90 countries to Calgary Phone: (403) 263-6803 Fax: (403) 263-6100 General Inquiries: info@ic2002.ca
September 4 - 8 2002	Spruce Meadows Masters Tournament
September 7 2002	Third annual WestJet Show & Shine At Towerlane Mall on west side of Airdrie. 403 - 912-2141
September 13-14 2002	Riverside Jazz Festival Olympic Plaza Calgary's best artists and special guests
September 28 2002	Fort Calgary - Storytelling Festival 403 - 290-1875
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October 14 2002	Fort Calgary - Thanksgiving End of Season 403 - 290-1875
October 1 - 6 2002	The 3rd Calgary International Film Festival Uptown and Globe Theatres in downtown Calgary.
October 16 - 20 2002	PanCanadian Wordfest
October 26 - 27 2002	Calgary Women's Show October 26 to October 27 Stampede Park, Round-Up Centre. More Information - (403) 261-0101 or 1-800-661-1260
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November 7 - 2002	Foothills Country Auction Calgary Health Trust - Events Calendar A live auction, silent auction, raffles, and more Country Theme Diagnostic Imaging for Foothills Medical Centre 403 - 943-0602

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