Lilac Festival

This free one-day event is the start up to Calgary's vibrant festival season. It encourages citizens to shake off their winter blues and reintroduce themselves to the thriving creative community in the city. Each spring, thousands of attendees come out to enjoy the unique and pedestrian-friendly 4th Street venue, offering an array of musical talent, artisan vendors, quality entertainment, and some perfect people-watching. At the Lilac Festival, there is an activity made for all ages. This could mean a jump in the bouncer for the kids, discovering a great new band, choosing a perfect summer patio, or searching for a trendy fashion; there is no shortage of things happening.