Program Schedule

Check out our scheduled programs in the calendar below!

Program Locations & Drop-In Info

Alcove operates out of two spaces, so please check the location listed for each program before attending.

Alcove Core is our main, publicly accessible space, open five days a week for drop-in art and regular programming.

Alcove Beltline is used for scheduled workshops and private events only and is not open for drop-ins.

Drop-In Art Space Hours

Monday & Tuesday: Closed

Wednesday: 11 AM – 2 PM

Thursday & Friday: 6 PM – 9 PM

Saturday & Sunday: 1 PM – 6 PM 

Upcoming Events

All Events

Sep
19
to Sep 20

Don Toliver Night

Step into an exclusive Don Toliver music night with jersey-themed fits, great drinks, underground vibes, and nonstop energy. Dress to match the theme, bring your crew, and enjoy the experience.

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Sep
20

ALCOVE FEST

Join us for Alcove's first outdoor festival, Alcove Fest, in partnership with BLOX Arts Centre! Alcove Fest will take place in the East parking lot beside Alcove Beltline and BLOX Arts Centre (838 11 Ave SW).

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Sep
24

Jam Session ft Tinywiings

Thursday Night Jam Sessions are a welcoming space for musicians, poets, singers and attendees to play non-stop music with one another in an open circle, "living room" setting! Even if you don't jam, we have a variety of art supplies to get crafty during the show. Jam Sessions happen EVERY Thursday night from 7 - 10pm in the summer. Come join the jam! All skill levels welcome. This week's jam is hosted by Tinywiings!

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Sep
27

Sunday Bookclub

A book club space for community, curiosity, and conversations we don't usually get to have. This space is for people who are interested in reading, trying to find their way back to reading, or lifelong readers.

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Sep
19

Naked Tongue Poetry

Naked Tongue Poetry Night is a space for truth-tellers, soul-speakers, and verse-slingers to bare it all. No filters, no fluff, just pure wordplay, emotion, and energy. Whether you're spilling your heart or sipping something strong, come vibe with a crowd that knows poetry is power.

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Sep
17

Jam Session ft SallieMae

Thursday Night Jam Sessions are a welcoming space for musicians, poets, singers and attendees to play non-stop music with one another in an open circle, "living room" setting! Even if you don't jam, we have a variety of art supplies to get crafty during the show. Jam Sessions happen EVERY Thursday night from 7 - 10pm in the summer. Come join the jam! All skill levels welcome. This week's jam is hosted by SallieMae!

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Sep
10

Jam Session ft Kraig Brachman

Thursday Night Jam Sessions are a welcoming space for musicians, poets, singers and attendees to play non-stop music with one another in an open circle, "living room" setting! Even if you don't jam, we have a variety of art supplies to get crafty during the show. Jam Sessions happen EVERY Thursday night from 7 - 10pm in the summer. Come join the jam! All skill levels welcome. This week's jam is hosted by Kraig!

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Sep
6

MEKSES: Coffee, Culture & Conversation

Mekses is an intimate Ethiopian and Eritrean New Year gathering centred around coffee, culture, conversation and community. Guests will be welcomed into the tradition of the Ethiopian and Eritrean coffee ceremony, experiencing the three rounds of coffee alongside cultural storytelling, traditional snacks, music and good company

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Sep
3

Jam Session ft. Mosiah (Mo)!

Thursday Night Jam Sessions are a welcoming space for musicians, poets, singers and attendees to play non-stop music with one another in an open circle, "living room" setting! Even if you don't jam, we have a variety of art supplies to get crafty during the show. Come join the jam! All skill levels welcome. This week's jam is hosted by Mosiah (Mo)!

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Aug
30

Sunday Book Club

A book club space for community, curiosity, and conversations we don't usually get to have. This space is for people who are interested in reading, trying to find their way back to reading, or lifelong readers. Ages 18+.

*Registration encouraged

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Aug
28

Raw Voices by Madhuban

Raw Voices is a monthly spoken word, comedy and music show that happens last Friday of the month. This showcase will include feature performances from a local poet, comedian and music & open mics, curated by Madhuban Performing Arts. This event will also act as the Closing Celebration of Elina Browerman's Mini Gallery Exhibit!

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Aug
28

Album listening party - L’amour L’epapier (live rendition)

This event is a live rendition of a to-be released project by Calgary-based artists Levraimaki and Kovs. This is the second Calgary show for this project and the only live rendition show, with featured artists to be decided this weekend. There will be a break after each rendition of a song to give room for the audience to ask questions relating to project/songs. 

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Aug
27

Jam Session ft SAINT HESTON

Thursday Night Jam Sessions are a welcoming space for musicians, poets, singers and attendees to play non-stop music with one another in an open circle, "living room" setting! Even if you don't jam, we have a variety of art supplies to get crafty during the show. Jam Sessions happen EVERY Thursday night from 7 - 10pm in the summer. Come join the jam! All skill levels welcome. This week's jam is hosted by SAINT HESTON!

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Aug
26

Alcove Photo Club Print Exchange

Join Alcove Photo Club for a fun and interactive Photography Print Exchange at Alcove Beltline. Photographers of all skill levels are invited to bring an 8x10 print (or similar size) to exchange anonymously with fellow participants, followed by a group show-and-tell where photographers can share the stories behind their work. This free community event is a great opportunity to experience photography in a physical format, learn more about the printing process, and connect with Calgary’s local photography community. Participants may print their photo at the event for $10.

- Please reach out to Alcove Photo Club's Instagram with any questions about this event
- Click here to register your spot. Registration available at the door.
- For Ages 16+
- Free Admission

* Please note Alcove Beltline is not wheelchair accessible, and has a few steps to enter

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