Events

The Divine Liturgy of St. John Chrysostom, with Kappella Kyrie

Saturday, November 8, 2025 | 7:30 to 9:30 pm

Join Pro Coro Canada and guests Kappella Kyrie (dir. Melanie Turgeon) as we explore one of the most celebrated liturgies of the Eastern Christian tradition, full of heart and steeped in mysticism throughout the rich tapestry of sound.

Canadian composer Peter-Anthony Togni's setting of The Divine Liturgy of St. John Chrysostom is a call for compassion and charity in troubled times. John Chysostom was himself a famed speaker and prolific author of the early church, as well as the Archbishop of Constantinople, known for his emphasis on caring for the poor and less-fortunate in his homilies. While inspired by the classic setting of the liturgy by Rachmaninoff, Togni considers this setting as a prayer for peace in light of the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.

Experience a profound and moving evening through the Alberta premiere of this beautiful work as we embark on a deeply spiritual and emotional journey together.

Venue: St Josaphat's Ukrainian Catholic Cathedral
10825 - 97 Street
Edmonton, AB T5H 2M4

For tickets and info, click here.

They Are… The Black Gods.
 

Film, object theatre, and poetry intertwine in a contemporary ritual that awakens memories, reveals identities, and honours Afro-Cuban resilience.

Five centuries ago, these voices crossed the seas, and today they continue to remind us that hope is a duty.

This is not just theatre… it is a tribute to our roots, our strength, and the magic that binds us to our ancestors.

When: Saturday, October 25, 2025 at 4 pm
Where: SpanicArts - 131 6 Ave SW
Calgary, AB T2P 0P5

Register and be part of this unique experience.    

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/susurros-de-los-dioses-negros-tickets-1772698010469?aff=oddtdtcreator

Get ready for Emí Laará — an exhilarating cinematic journey that blends captivating storytelling with stunning visuals and immersive sound.

Join the mischievous Lucumí gods as they lead you through adventures brimming with magic, wit, and laughter across the enchanted landscapes of Cuba, where Santería — a vibrant fusion of Yoruba spirituality and Catholic beliefs — comes to life.

Bold, vibrant, and unforgettable, this project celebrates a rich and extraordinary culture, echoing the timeless words of Kwame Nkrumah:

“I am not African because I was born in Africa, but because Africa was born in me.”

When: Friday, October 24, 2025 at 6:30 pm
Where: SpanicArts
131 6 Ave SW
Calgary, AB T2P 0P5

Register and be part of this unique experience. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/emi-laara-pequenas-historias-para-sonar-tickets-1772690618359?aff=oddtdtcreator

Discover a universe of stories for “big kids. For those who dream, imagine, and transform the world around them.

Film, puppetry, and much more to reflect on society, celebrate diversity, and question the world we live in.

Come take part, be surprised, and connect with stories that inspire change and imagination.
An experience for everyone who still carries the spirit to explore and transform the world!

When: Thursday, October 23, 2025 at 7:30 pm
Where: SpanicArts
131 6 Ave SW
Calgary, AB T2P 0P5

Register and be part of this unique experience.  

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cosas-de-un-nino-grande-tickets-1772661451119?aff=oddtdtcreator
 

Join Edmonton Arts Council on October 19 at Boa & Hare (#127, 10520 97 Street) for a celebration of public art and poetry, as we mark 30 years of the Edmonton Arts Council and the addition of the 300th public artwork to the City of Edmonton Public Art Collection with a month of 300@30 activities and events! 

Mary Burlie was a force of compassion, devoting her life to lifting up others. Known lovingly as the ​“Black Angel of Boyle Street”, she served on the front lines of inner-city Edmonton, offering food, shelter, support, and above all, dignity to those most in need. 

As part of the City of Edmonton’s revitalization project of Mary Burlie Park in downtown Edmonton, the Edmonton Arts Council has selected three local poets to create poetry that will be incorporated into the park design. In advance of the park opening in 2026, join Edmonton Arts Council, the family of Mary Burlie, and poets Titilope Sonuga, Naomi McIlwraith, and Cui Jinzhe for a morning of stories and spellbinding poetry. 

This event is free to attend, but please pre-register to reserve your spot. 

October 17 at Balwin Playground (12904 74 Street) from 3:30 to 5:30 pm

The 300th artwork is Edmonton’s first playground designed in collaboration with an artist. Created by local artist AJA Louden, the new Balwin Playground will blend art, play, and community. Inspired by both nature and science fiction, it’s a space to imagine, explore and grow together.

Full event details.

We’re marking 30 years of the Edmonton Arts Council and the addition of the 300th public artwork to the City of Edmonton Public Art Collection with a month of 300 @ 30 activities and events! See the full collection of 300 @ 30 events here.

October 12, 9 am, 11 am and 2 pm
Tour duration: about 90 minutes 
Registration capped at 20 participants per time slot (register now to save your spot!)

Join us for a guided tour of ÎNÎW River Lot 11 Edmonton’s Indigenous Art Park with Tiffany Shaw, who will provide an overview of the park and in-depth insight into her installation, pehonan. ÎNÎW, pronounced (EE-NU) is a Cree word meaning ​“I am of the Earth.” The Art Park is situated on ancestral lands of the Indigenous peoples whose descendants entered into Treaty with the British Crown resulting in the territory opening for settlement. 

Opened in 2018, the park features work by local and national Indigenous artists: Tiffany Shaw (Edmonton, Alberta), Amy Malbeuf (Rich Lake, Alberta), Duane Linklater (Moose Cree First Nation, Ontario), Jerry Whitehead (James Smith First Nation, Saskatchewan), Mary Anne Barkhouse (Nimpkish Band, Kwakiutl First Nation), and Marianne Nicolson (Dzawada’enuxw Nation).