Highlighting this year’s Honens Festival is a solo recital by 2022 Honens Prize Laureate Illia Ovcharenko. Illia is taking the world by storm with a fast-growing list of accolades. Illia’s program is centred on Beethoven’s Symphony No. 7, particularly the second movement.

Put away classical music concert traditions, pull up a chair, and enjoy a beer and some nosh, while award-winning wind quintet WindSync and Honens Artistic Director Jon Kimura Parker take you out for a night in Birdland with a Jazz Age inspired program. With a mix of jazz, blues, and contemporary, all performed by Jackie Parker and the vibrant and versatile musicians of WindSync, this edition of Bison Noir is one you won’t soon forget. This event is 18+

From the creative mind of Steve Hackman, the Calgary Phil starts the Season with a bang with Tchaikovsky X. Drake - an innovative fusion of Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky's epic Fifth Symphony and over 20 songs from Canadian superstar rapper Drake. Experience the symphony's emotional journey from darkness to light afresh with Drake's introspective lyrics in this compelling symphonic synthesis.

Join WindSync for a family-friendly concert in an adaptive atmosphere. This event has been specially designed to be accessible and inclusive for young audiences, neurodivergent listeners, people with disabilities, and others who face social and systemic barriers to attending typical events. All ages and expressions are welcome!

Pianists Jon Kimura Parker, Illia Ovcharenko, and Zhenni Li-Cohen, along with the flute, clarinet, oboe, bassoon, and horn players of WindSync will blow you away with their harmonious sounds for families, children, couples, and music enthusiasts alike. Bring your picnic blanket and soak up the final days of the summer sun in this celebration of togetherness, arts and culture, and the simple joy of spending time outdoors. Open Air Calgary @ Central Memorial Park is a reminder of the magic that live music brings.

Get ready for the return of Beat Beethoven, now bigger and better than ever! Head to Phil in the Park — a spectacular outdoor concert by the Orchestra at Prince’s Island! This family-friendly event in the heart of the city is perfect for the whole community. 

In addition to the performance, you can also take part in the Beat Beethoven run. Whether you choose to run, walk, or waltz, you can challenge yourself with a 4 km or 8 km course along the beautiful Bow River before the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra completes 50 minutes of Beethoven's best music. 

The CCC 5 km and 10 km races are 2 of 22 events that occur annually during the September Games lineup! With 100 energetic volunteers ensuring a safe and exciting race, it's bound to be a day of adrenaline and fun for all!

A family friendly one day festival featuring live music, games, beer gardens and food trucks in Lougheed House's greenspace. This event is free, all ages and dog friendly!

Experience an unforgettable evening presented by the Beltline Neigbourhoods Association, under the stars at the High Park rooftop with an outdoor screening of the incredible Everything Everywhere All At Once. Join us for this cinematic event where the urban skyline meets the silver screen - bring your friends, enjoy the stunning views, and immerse yourself in the interdimensional head-trip from the 2022 film.