Get ready to see University District come to life with culture, community, arts, and music events designed to bring the city together to celebrate. For a great time at University District, just add friends. Check out the full events calendar!
Join us this November and December for two evenings of free festive fun and entertainment at our U/D Night Market – Holiday Edition. Enjoy more than 35 local vendors, roaming characters, DJ performances, fire features and so much more.
The holiday joy begins on November 28, 2024 with a special tree lighting ceremony at 6:30 pm. The evening will also feature a live performance from local entertainer, Dan the One Man Band as Elfis.
The following week on December 5, 2024 will see the installation of a 50’ heated inflatable igloo, where inside you’ll be able to participate in craft workshops and warm up with a free hot drink.
Additionally, new this year to Central Commons Park is our Skate Shack, so if you don’t own a pair of skates, you’ll be able to rent them so you can take a spin on our outdoor rink.
Join us from 5-9 PM on November 28, 2024 and December 5, 2024
All of the entertainment you can handle is happening now. Get your fill of international athletic events, live theatre and performance art, and guest speakers and lecturers sharing big ideas about today’s most important topics.
UCalgary is a premiere cultural and entertainment destination, coming home to U/D means coming home to your arts, culture and entertainment dreams. Forget asking your neighbour for a cup of sugar; you’ll be asking them if they’re free Friday night to take in what UCalgary has to offer.
Enjoy 10% off performances with the UCalgary School of Creative and Performing Arts using promo code SCPA10. From dance to theatre, music and more. See what’s happening.
A hyper-connected, hyper-local community thrives. The University District community—from residents to retailers, service providers to social spots—is designed to foster close-knit relationships between individuals who value selling and shopping local. In University District, you can’t get more local than Retail Main Street. The shops and eateries bringing vitality to the community offer more than great products, hosting events to teach you more about their goods, pique your interest, raise some eyebrows, tickle your taste buds…and much more.
University District is designed to promote active living and lifelong wellness, and we’re dedicated to continually making movement easy to access and available to our entire community. With an extensive network of walking paths and ample green spaces, there are plenty of ways to remain active outdoors in University District. For those looking to break a sweat and take their workout routines to the next level, University District is also home to several great fitness studios. Click here to find out more.
So, wave goodbye to your couch and say hello to your fitness apparel as you dive more deeply into your healthy and active lifestyle.
What complements amazing public spaces? You, your friends and family, and some form of creative expression that connects you to one another, and the community at large. Living and visiting here, you’ll never be short of inspiration or reasons to come together. Local performers and artists will take the stage, showcase their work, and offer their unique perspectives to U/D community. Creativity is said to inspire more creativity; maybe your artistic self is just waiting to be unleashed!
University District is designed to promote active living and lifelong wellness, and we’re dedicated to continually making movement easy to access and available to our entire community. With an extensive network of walking paths and ample green spaces, there are plenty of ways to remain active outdoors in University District. For those looking to break a sweat and take their workout routines to the next level, University District is also home to several great fitness studios. Click here to find out more.
So, wave goodbye to your couch and say hello to your fitness apparel as you dive more deeply into your healthy and active lifestyle.
What complements amazing public spaces? You, your friends and family, and some form of creative expression that connects you to one another, and the community at large. Living and visiting here, you’ll never be short of inspiration or reasons to come together. Local performers and artists will take the stage, showcase their work, and offer their unique perspectives to U/D community. Creativity is said to inspire more creativity; maybe your artistic self is just waiting to be unleashed!
A variety of professional businesses now call U/D home. We chatted with some of them to learn about their businesses.
2023 has been a fabulous year for our award-winning community. Here's a recap of some top moments.
Check out our channel for the latest updates, inside-looks, and videos on University District.
A variety of professional businesses now call U/D home. We chatted with some of them to learn about their businesses.
2023 has been a fabulous year for our award-winning community. Here's a recap of some top moments.
Check out our channel for the latest updates, inside-looks, and videos on University District.