The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland

The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland Welcome to The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland. I'táámito'táaattsiiyio'pi (Eeh-daah-mee-doh-daat-tsee-yoop)

Harmonious meeting place.

Welcome to The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland, formerly Fort Calgary. Located where the Bow and Elbow rivers meet, The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland, is a place of Indigenous gathering and ceremony steeped in thousands of years of tradition and history. Fort Calgary was built on the land at The Confluence in 1875 by the North-West Mounted Police. The land is home to many complex stories

that span thousands of years. The Confluence, through meaningful programming, strives to tell accurate stories rooted in this land from a variety of perspectives. Offerings include exhibits, talks, tours, workshops, youth education programs, summer camps, movies, art shows, concerts, festivals and venue rentals for social and corporate events. Learn more at theconfluence.ca

This morning, we kicked off Calgary Pride 2026 right here at The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland! 🏳️‍🌈We're grateful...
08/31/2026

This morning, we kicked off Calgary Pride 2026 right here at The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland! 🏳️‍🌈

We're grateful to act as the site of the Pride Flag Ceremony, where Indigenous Elders and members of the community raise the pride flag and honour a week of pride, unity and joy.

Thank you to everyone who came out and shared in this powerful moment. Being able to gather in this special place in the name of celebration, solidarity and community is something we're proud of and we look forward to a successful and vibrant pride week ahead.

🌈 If you'd like to show your support, please consider joining us and walking with pride in the 2026 Calgary Pride Parade! Sign up to walk with The Confluence today at showpass.com/2026-calgary-pride-parade/

🔗 To learn more about Calgary Pride 2026 and the various events taking place throughout the city, please visit calgarypride.ca/pride-2026

East Village is bursting with public art, and we want to help bring this art to life! ✨🎨Discover a curated selection of ...
08/28/2026

East Village is bursting with public art, and we want to help bring this art to life! ✨🎨

Discover a curated selection of artistic gems while uncovering the stories, meaning and local context between each piece. This outdoor tour covers approximately 3 to 4 km and takes 1.5 hours, and includes a hands-on opportunity to create your own public art on The Confluence's free graffiti wall! 🖌️

🗓️ Saturday, Sept. 5
⏰ 11 am - 1 pm
💲 $35 (plus fees)
📍 750 9 Ave SE, Calgary, AB

🎟️ Get your tickets today at theconfluence.ca/events/evpublicartexp

Have you ever had so much fun at a history program? 😁 Guest David Finch joined us for Hot Dogs & Hot Takes on History la...
08/28/2026

Have you ever had so much fun at a history program? 😁 Guest David Finch joined us for Hot Dogs & Hot Takes on History last night and brought the interactivity to a whole new level! With simple pencil crayons, paper and our own hands, we dug into the history and geography of southern Alberta through maps and learned just how important river crossings are and have always been to the people who live here. Like did you know there's a historic trail called the Old North Trail that runs along 8th St., across the Bow River and up to the Yukon, and also stretches down to Mexico? Next time you're headed south, don't take a plane — take the Old North Trail! 🗺️

Thank you to all that joined us last night for a unique installment of one of our favourite programs! More information about September's session is coming soon — join our monthly newsletter to be the first to hear about new programs: theconfluence.ca/newsletter

🧶 Dust off those WIPs, and join us in the Burnswest Theatre for more Classics & Crafts! 🎬Bring your current craft projec...
08/27/2026

🧶 Dust off those WIPs, and join us in the Burnswest Theatre for more Classics & Crafts! 🎬

Bring your current craft project and join us for a nostalgic trip down memory lane with beloved classic films. 🍿 Whether you’re a die-hard movie fan or are just looking for a place to hunker down and get your creative juices flowing, this is the perfect event for crafters and cinephiles alike. 🧑‍🎨

🎞️ The Wedding Singer (1998)
🗓️ Wednesday, Sept. 16
⏰ 6:30-8:30 PM
🎟️ $12

Join us on Oct. 14, Nov. 18, and Dec. 2 for more great movies! ✨ For tickets and more info, visit theconfluence.ca/events/classics-crafts-09-16

Have you ever wanted to explore The Confluence after hours? 🔦Now's your chance! For a limited number of evenings this su...
08/26/2026

Have you ever wanted to explore The Confluence after hours? 🔦

Now's your chance! For a limited number of evenings this summer, we're extending the cultural centre opening hours beyond happy hour. Join us for this rare chance to enjoy the site and exhibits in the evening light! 🌗

While you're here, ponder gruesome cases from across Alberta in our Deadly Alberta True Crime Tour. From mass murders to executions, you're sure to get your creepy tale fix right as September hits!

🗓️ Friday Sept. 4 & Friday, Sept. 11
⏰ 5-9 pm | Tours: 6-7 pm & 7:30-8:30 pm
📍 750 9 Avenue SE, Calgary, AB

🔗 Get your tickets and learn more about After Hours at The Confluence by visiting theconfluence.ca/events/afterhours-0904

Have you been out to visit A Sense of Place, a temporary exhibit currently on display here in our cultural centre? Featu...
08/25/2026

Have you been out to visit A Sense of Place, a temporary exhibit currently on display here in our cultural centre?

Featuring works from members of the Calgary Sketch Club's Art Club, this exhibit showcases a wide range of mediums, perspectives and artistic voices exploring landscapes, communities and personal connections that shape how we experience place. The exhibit also showcases three featured works from the Calgary Public Art Collection.

Founded in 1909, the Calgary Sketch and Painting Club has been influential in supporting and nurturing artists in the Calgary area. Members can learn and improve their skills through programs that nourish and cultivate enthusiasm for all things art related.

❗ A Sense of Place is up until Wednesday, Sept. 7! ❗

🔗 Learn more about our temporary and permanent exhibits at theconfluence.ca/exhibits
🔗 Learn more about the Calgary Sketch and Painting Club at cspclub.org/

There's still time to grab your tickets for Hot Dogs & Hot Takes on History this month! 🔥Naturalist, author and public h...
08/25/2026

There's still time to grab your tickets for Hot Dogs & Hot Takes on History this month! 🔥

Naturalist, author and public historian David Finch is taking the Hot Dogs stage on Thursday, Aug. 27 to discover why ancient trails all led to the place we now call The Confluence. Travel back 300 years with us, before there was a Calgary, before there was a fort and long before anyone dreamed of vehicles, roads or railways.

🗓️ Thursday, Aug. 27
⏰ 7-8:30 pm | Doors open at 6:30 pm
💲$15 (plus fees)
📍 750 9 Ave SE, Calgary, AB

Come for the hot dogs, stay for the realization that Google Maps is only about 300 years late to the party!

🌭 Get your tickets today by visiting theconfluence.ca/events/hdht-aug2026

👀 Do you have what it takes to win September's Outdoor Scavenger Hunt Competition? 🏃‍♂️💨Travel through Calgary’s history...
08/24/2026

👀 Do you have what it takes to win September's Outdoor Scavenger Hunt Competition? 🏃‍♂️💨

Travel through Calgary’s history and explore hidden artistic gems on this outdoor scavenger hunt at The Confluence. 🔎You and your team will be scouring all 40 acres of land between East Village and Inglewood, solving riddles and racing against other teams (and the clock!) to claim victory. ✨

🗓️ Sunday, Sept. 13
⏰ 11:30 AM - 1 2:30 PM
🎟️ $25/team

Register your team at theconfluence.ca/events/scavengerhunt-sept

📣 Our last Jingle Cone Keychain Workshop is one week away! 📣Join Saulteaux-Métis artist Rey-J Horsefall and Métis artist...
08/23/2026

📣 Our last Jingle Cone Keychain Workshop is one week away! 📣

Join Saulteaux-Métis artist Rey-J Horsefall and Métis artist Arlan LaVallee-Nairn as they teach you the history behind the jingle cones and their modern Indigenous use. 🔨✨Using metalsmithing and cold smithing techniques, you’ll cut and shape jingle cones to create your very own jingle cone keychain.

🗓️ Saturday, Aug. 29
⏰ 12-4:30 PM
💵 $60

Tickets are selling out! 🎟️ For tickets and more info, visit theconfluence.ca/events/jingleconeworkshop

🎸 For the final event of 2026, Dos Leches presents Community Series Vol. 11 on Saturday, September 19 at The Confluence ...
08/23/2026

🎸 For the final event of 2026, Dos Leches presents Community Series Vol. 11 on Saturday, September 19 at The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland. 🎶

Dos Leches is a Calgary non-profit that runs free, all-ages outdoor music events in the city's parks. Expect local DJs and artists on one stage, food trucks, and plenty of open grass to spread a blanket on, right where the rivers meet. Bring the kids. Bring the dog. 🐕

Free to attend. 3:00 to 10:00 PM. Everyone is welcome.

Hosted by .leche5 in partnership with The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland.

🎟️Tickets available at eventbrite.ca/e/dos-leches-community-series-vol-11-tickets-1997806206142?aff=oddtdtcreator

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750 9 Avenue SE
Calgary, AB
T2G5E1

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 10am - 5pm

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(403) 290-1875

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