Discover a wide range of engaging events for all ages. Learn about space or ancient history, drop in for live theatre and musical performances, learn about different dances performed at a powwow, enjoy a storytime, and so much more.
All Library locations | All ages | July 1 - August 31
Are you up for the Ultimate Summer Challenge? Read every day and you’ll be entered to win awesome prizes. Have fun this summer with free programs at the Library and for the most fun way to track your reading!
Central Library | All ages | July 6
Summer reading just got even more fun! From 11:00 am to 3:00 pm at Central Library, enjoy a day filled with scavenger hunts and other activities, all while finding books to complete the Ultimate Summer Challenge.
Multiple Library locations | Multiple dates and times
Want to learn more about Powwows? Have you ever wondered if there are protocols that you should know about? Throughout the summer, there will be outdoor demonstrations prior to the Kainai, Tsuut’ina, Piikani, and Stoney Nakoda Powwows — which all make up the Powwow Trail.
Kainai Powwow Demonstration
Seton Library | July 17 | 11:00 am
Tsuut’ina Powwow Demonstration
Giuffre Family Library | July 24 | 11:00 am
Piikani Powwow Demonstration
Saddletowne Library | July 31 | 11:00 am
Stoney Nakoda Powwow Demonstration
Crowfoot Library | August 28 | 11:00 am
At select Library locations | All ages | Multiple dates
Do you have a child starting Kindergarten this fall? Join Calgary Public Library in celebrating the exciting journey of starting school. Enjoy games, art, and stories as we embark on a fun-filled adventure with other soon-to-be Kindergartners.
Central Library | July 1 | 12:00 pm — 5:00 pm
Join us for free activities and programs to celebrate and recognize Canada’s many stories. Activities include a special storytime, traditional Indigenous dancing demonstrations, musical performances, and a citizenship ceremony for new Canadians.
Complimentary cookies and coffee for the first 200 visitors to Central Library will be available from 12:00 pm until supplies run out in generous support from Second Cup
Multiple Library locations | June 1 — 30
Alongside partners, the Library will celebrate and honour Indigenous peoples in Calgary with events, activities, and resources. From a round dance at The Confluence (formerly Fort Calgary), to performances by Indigenous artists, and Elder Storytimes, National Indigenous History Month is filled with moments to celebrate, reflect, and learn.
These cross-cultural learning opportunities and other Indigenous programming at the Library are generously supported by Suncor Energy Foundation.
Artwork credit: Paityn Savoie
Memorial Park Library | All ages | June 25
Join us for Reading in the Wild, our first annual outdoor read-a-thon, presented by WordFest and Calgary Public Library. Bring a blanket and a book to celebrate the joy of reading.
Online and in-person | At select Library locations | May 27 – 31
Join other young writers, readers, artists, and musicians at LitCon, a literary arts festival for students in kindergarten to Grade 9. Classrooms can connect in virtual sessions with peers and professional creatives to learn more about the literary arts while individual students can get inspired during in-person programs at select Library locations.
There are currently no special events scheduled at the Library, but don't worry! You can still explore what our different locations have to offer and discover something new year-round, or sign up for a program.
The Library's first play and learning experience for ages 0 – 12 at Fish Creek Library.
Browse installations by artists from or with a connection to Treaty 7 at eight Library locations.
Explore an Alouette III helicopter at Seton Library, courtesy of the Hangar Flight Museum.
Create Space has a variety of activities that change on a seasonal basis and are designed to spark creativity and create a community conversation.
Artists, community groups, and organizations can display their work at community libraries.
Tune into talks with local authors, engage with experts on important issues, and explored local history or cultures around the world. If you've missed one of our online programs or want to revisit one you attended, visit our YouTube channel to find our available virtual program recordings.
Not sure what you want to watch? We've curated some of our most popular recorded programs into themed playlists to help you decide. Playlist include on-demand programs on topics such as health and wellness, learning about religions, videos for creatives and more. Check out our recommendations below.
Science, the ancient world, sports and more. This playlist covers all things history.
Learn about all about Treaty 7 and Indigenous Music.
A playlist built to help you learn more about your health and wellness.
For science lovers, this playlist has videos on eclipses, infrared transmission and more.
Take a closer look at reglions across the world with the videos in the Exploring Religion series.
A playlist for all creative minds, whether you are a musician, a reader, or a painter.
Listen to authors talk about their books and listen to discussions about art, politics, Indigenous affairs and more.
