Your ultimate guide to Calgary’s best summer food and drink festivals
Summer is officially here, which means it’s possibly the most exciting time for any Calgary foodie: food festival season.
As the weather warms up, the city will see an influx of epic food and drink festivals showcasing dishes and delicacies from all over the world. What could be better?
If you’re looking to get some dates on your calendar, here are a few of the best food festivals heading to Calgary this summer.
Mexifest
This family-friendly event highlights the very best of Mexican culture, from entertainment to arts and, of course, cuisine. Vendors will be serving up Mexican food and beverages to enjoy.
When: Friday, July 4 to Sunday, July 6, 2025
Where: Eau Claire Plaza – 200 Barclay Parade SW, Calgary
Admission: $10; buy tickets
Calgary Stampede
The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth returns to YYC for another year, and with it comes a whole heaping of foodie goodness. From free Stampede Breakfasts to dozens of brand-new foods hitting the Midway, you won’t want to miss out.
When: Friday, July 4 to Sunday, July 13, 2025
Where: Stampede Park – 1410 Stampede Trail SE, Calgary
Price: $25
Fiestaval
A weekend celebration of Latin America will be coming to the city in July. Over 30 food vendors will be gathered at Eau Claire Plaza to serve treats. There will also be a beer garden, live entertainment, and an artisan market to browse.
When: Friday, July 18 to Sunday, July 20, 2025
Where: Eau Claire Plaza – 200 Barclay Parade SW, Calgary
Admission: Free
YYC Ice Cream Fest
For all you ice cream fans, don’t miss out on YYC Ice Cream Fest. Participating cafes, restaurants, and creameries will get creative to serve up delicious chilled treats to Calgarians, all in support of Calgary Meals on Wheels.
When: Friday, July 18 to Sunday, Aug. 17, 2025
Where: Various locations across Calgary
Taste of Calgary
One of Calgary’s best summer foodie events is returning! Hundreds of the city’s top restaurants, breweries, and food trucks will gather in one place to offer samples of their culinary delights. Best of all, admission is free.
When: Thursday, July 31 to Tuesday, Aug. 5, 2025
Where: Lot 6 – 311 8th St. SW, Calgary
Admission: Free
Alberta on the Plate
This 10-day dine-out festival is all about celebrating all the incredible food Alberta has to offer. Participating restaurants offer multi-course, fixed-price menus highlighting local producers, growers, distillers, and brewers.
When: Friday, Aug. 8 to Sunday, Aug. 17, 2025
Where: Various restaurants across Calgary
Brewery & The Beast
This “all you can enjoy” festival will see over 60 of YYC’s top chefs, distillers, brewers, and meat producers gathered for one day only. You’ll be given a wooden board with a cupholder and free rein to eat as much as you’d like.
When: Sunday, Aug. 24, 2025
Where: The Confluence (formerly Fort Calgary) – 750 9th Ave. SE, Calgary
Tickets: Starting at $149.95
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