It’s the last day of Beakerhead 2018!
It’s wild to think that we’ve already been through five straight days of science, art, and engineering, but unfortunately, all good things have to come to an end.
Make the most of it by checking out any installations you haven’t already, or by attending a Sunday-specific event!
See also
- West Eau Claire Park is officially open and it looks stunning (PHOTOS)
- Diplo and Illenium headlining Get Together 2018 music festival in Winter
- Database servers sold at NCIX auction allegedly without being wiped
Wander and Wonder
What: Stroll through the nature at Weaselhead/Glenmore Park while adding to the iNaturalist database.
When: Sunday, September 23
Time: 10:30 am to noon
Where: Meet in the parking lot — 6634 37th Avenue SW
Admission: Registration required
AI at the Movies
What: Beakerhead and Calgary film unite to screen Alpha Go! a story of an AI Go player.
When: Sunday, September 23
Time: 11 am to 2 pm
Where: Eau Claire Cineplex 2nd floor — 200 Barclay Parade SW
Admission: By donation
Bicycle Repair at the Garden
What: Bring your broken bikes over to Fort Calgary for a free fix up — and you might even learn a thing or two.
When: Sunday, September 23
Time: Noon to 4 pm
Where: Fort Calgary — 750 9th Avenue SE
Admission: Free
Astronomical Afternoon Adventure
What: Travel around the solar system with interesting experiences at every planet.
When: Sunday, September 23
Time: Noon to 4 pm
Where: Start at the Sextant Tesla Coils at Fort Calgary — 750 9th Avenue SE
Admission: Free
Small Things, Big Paintings
What: Learn to paint starting small and leave with a brand new skill.
When: Sunday, September 23
Time: 1 to 4 pm
Where: McHugh House — 1515 Centre Street S
Admission: $65
Build Your Own Cell Phone Charger
What: In case your phone runs out of juice and you forgot your charger at home, you’ll find out how to put one together on your own!
When: Sunday, September 23
Time: 1 to 4 pm
Where: Light Up The World — 1121 14th Avenue SW
Admission: $75
Ecru Extraction
What: Find out exactly how Phil & Sebastian get the flavour that they’ve become so famous for.
When: Sunday, September 23
Time: 1 to 3 pm
Where: Phil & Sebastian — 618 Confluence Way SE
Admission: $45
Dung Beetle
What: Check out this massive insect made entirely from recycled materials.
When: Wednesday, September 19 to Sunday, September 23
Time: All day
Where: SAIT corner of 16th Avenue NW and 10th Street NW
Admission: Free
Treeter Totter
What: Explore the balance between humans and nature with this take on a childhood playground favourite.
When: Wednesday, September 19 to Sunday, September 23
Time: All day
Where: C-Square 4th Street and 7th Avenue SE
Admission: Free
LEDance
What: Hit the dance floor at this impromptu swing dance party as figures groove along with your moves.
When: Wednesday, September 19 to Sunday, September 23
Time: All day
Where: Kensington Crescent NW
Admission: Free
Beakereats
What: Calgary’s chefs will be trying out some scientific experiments to concoct some delicious new dishes during Beakerhead, check them out at multiple restaurants around town.
When: Wednesday, September 19 to Sunday, September 23
Time: All day
Where:
- Shokunin — 2016 4th Street SW
- Deane House — 806 9th Avenue SE
- Burger 320 — 814 1st Avenue NE, 126 10th Street NW, 1314 9th Avenue SE
- Home and Away — 1331 17th Avenue SW
- Oxbow — 1126 Memorial Drive NW
- Yellow Door Bistro — 119 12th Avenue SW
- Brasserie Kensington — 1131 Kensington Road NW
- River Cafe — 25 Prince’s Island
- Avec — 105, 550 11th Avenue SW
Cost: Prices vary
Skybridge Syncopation
What: You’ll be able to see sound on Calgary’s +15 walkways thanks to “rippling luminous composition.”
When: Wednesday, September 19 to Sunday, September 23
Time: All day
Where: 500 Centre Street S
Admission: Free
Dreams Never Die
What: Calgary’s own version of the UP house might not be floating but it will host a serious amount of colourful balloons.
When: Wednesday, September 19 to Sunday, September 23
Time: All day
Where: 1405 4th Street SW
Admission: Free
Hidden Territories
What: It might look like a normal recycling bin, but if you take a look inside you’ll be sure to find a wonderful surprise.
When: Wednesday, September 19 to Sunday, September 23
Time: All day
Where: 120 9th Avenue SE
Admission: Free
Sextant Tesla Coil
What: An 18-foot spark will jump between two 32-foot tall towers — and you can be the one to ignite the action.
When: Wednesday, September 19 to Sunday, September 23
Time:
- Wednesday to Friday: 3 to 9 pm
- Saturday: 10 am to 11 pm
- Sunday: 10 am to 6 pm
Where: Fort Calgary — 750 9th Avenue SE
Admission: Free
Four to Six on Fourth
What: Check out the human-sized hamster wheel, walk on water (well, cornstarch), and see artists and performers along 4th Street.
When: Wednesday, September 19 to Friday, September 21
Time: 4 to 6 pm
Where: 4th Street between 23rd Avenue and 26th Avenue SW
Admission: Free
Within Measure
What: This exhibit uses synchrotron technology to create interactive artwork.
When: Wednesday, September 19 to Saturday, September 22
Time: 8 to 11 pm
Where: Phil & Sebastian — 2043 33rd Avenue SW
Admission: Free
The Intuition Project
What: Observe, analyze, and participate in activities that will delve into whether or not paranormal forces actually exist.
When: Wednesday, September 19 to Sunday, September 23
Time: 8 pm to 10 pm, Late night midnight to 2 am on Saturday
Where: West Village Theatre — 2007 10th Avenue SW
Admission: $32, student discounts available
Garden Party
What: Get green by checking out all the living things at this beautiful garden, and join in on some yoga on Saturday from 11 am to 12:15 pm.
When: Wednesday, September 19 to Sunday, September 23
Time:
- Wednesday to Friday: 3 to 9 pm
- Saturday: 10 am to 11 pm
- Sunday: 10 am to 6 pm
- Saturday: Yoga in the Garden 11 am to 12:15 pm. Bring your mat!
- Sunday: Bicycle Repair in the Garden noon to 4 pm (Drop-in)
Where: Fort Calgary — 750 9th Avenue SE
Admission: Free
Pulse and Bloom
What: A 22-foot lotus will pulse along with your heartbeat once you place your hand on a specific sensor. Up to 20 people can participate at once.
When: Wednesday, September 19 to Sunday, September 23
Time:
- Wednesday to Friday: 3 to 9 pm
- Saturday: 10 am to 11 pm
- Sunday: 10 am to 6 pm
Where: Fort Calgary — 750 9th Avenue SE
Admission: Free