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Calgary International Blues Festival

Calgary International Blues Festival

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Four-day blues festival held annually in Calgary featuring international and local blues musicians.

The Calgary International Blues Festival takes place July 30 - August 2, 2026 at The Confluence in downtown Calgary. The festival showcases a packed four days of blues music from around the world, with local and international musicians performing live. The festival has been operating for over 20 years as a celebrated Calgary tradition featuring non-stop music on mainstage and nightly Twilight Blues dance parties.

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Calgary
Dates
Thu, Jul 30, 2026 – Sun, Aug 2, 2026
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A Blues Festival with Two Decades of Tradition

The Calgary International Blues Festival celebrates over 20 years of showcasing blues music in Alberta. Operating as a week-long celebration of blues events, the festival culminates in four days and nights of non-stop music on the mainstage at The Confluence, where the Bow and Elbow rivers meet in downtown Calgary. The 2026 edition runs July 30 - August 2, continuing the tradition of bringing local and international blues artists to the city.

Live Music and Celebration

The festival features four days of continuous live blues performances on the main stage, with artists from around the world joining local Calgary musicians. The evening programming includes the Twilight Blues adult-only dance parties, extending the celebration into the night with special DJ sets and dancing. Workshops and special events complement the main stage performances, offering fans multiple ways to engage with blues culture and community.

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Thu, Jul 30, 2026 – Sun, Aug 2, 2026

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Outdoor
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Location

The Confluence, 750 9 Ave SE

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

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