In August, the city hosts two interesting music-related events: Calgary International Blues Festival, which starts at the beginning of the month, and International Reggae Festival, which is held in the middle of the third summer month. The festivals are open-air ones and have the same location - Shaw Millenium Park. For tourists, it is a wonderful opportunity to listen to quality music, live in a camp, and enjoy an unforgettable weekend away from urban stress. Calgary hosts many other no less interesting events that also deserve a visit. For example, Morningside Music Bridge International Music Festival is a charming event that is held in July. The main aim of this festival is to unleash the talent of young musicians and help them make their first steps in show business. Among participants, there are piano players, violinists, cellists, and violists.
In the middle of August, Calgary hosts Taste of Calgary, a famous gastronomic event. This is one more excellent opportunity for tourists to try different cuisines of the world. As a rule, the festival takes place in Eau Claire Festival Plaza, which is located not far from Prince's Island Park. At the end of July, the city hosts an event that appeals to all fans of quality theatrical events, namely, Summerstock Festival. Summerstock is the only musical theater in Calgary. During two weeks, it pleases all fans of quality theatrical performances that never cease to amaze visitors. As performances change every year, it is always very interesting to attend this festival. Olympic Plaza is the place where locals and guests of the city come to enjoy these unforgettable shows.
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