
Program Schedule
Check out our scheduled programs below and visit the drop-in art space during our regular hours 5 days a week!
Upcoming Events
All Events
Art for Social Change: Hub Night
The ASCN: Calgary Hub operates in partnership with Calgary Arts Development, Trico Changemakers Studio, and the International Centre of Art for Social Change.
*Registration required
Rhythm & Jam w/ Gabriela-A
Come Jam & learn about different rhythm techniques with the talented Natalia Chai, Whether you are an experienced musician or just a music-lover, this space is open to all skill levels to jam and make music during lunchtime. A variety of instruments will be provided including a keyboard, drum-kit, guitars, bass, and percussion instruments!
Jam Session ft Ranya
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. This week's jam is hosted by Ranya!
CLOSED
Drop-in art space is closed for this week! See you on Wednesday Night for Cypher Club, and back to regular programming on Thursday for our weekly Jam Sessions!
Jam Session ft Bisi O.
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. This week's jam is hosted by Bisi O.!
Drop-In Art Space Only!
No scheduled programs today! Drop-in art space is open during our regular hours. Come by and create with the free to use art supplies & instruments. We have paint, collage, textiles, board games, guitars, pianos, drum-kit, clay and more!
Painting on Clothes Workshop
Come to Alcove to learn tips about painting on clothes, and leave with your own painted piece!
*Registration required
Spoken Word w/ Wakefield Brewster
Join this workshop at Alcove to explore poetic composition, performance, and profession!
*Registration required
Art for Social Change: Hub Night
The ASCN: Calgary Hub operates in partnership with Calgary Arts Development, Trico Changemakers Studio, and the International Centre of Art for Social Change. The primary mission of the Calgary Hub is to cultivate, promote, and nurture the field of art for social change and community-engaged arts in Calgary, harnessing its potential as a tool for driving social transformation.
*Registration required
Window Case Concert ft TRIBE
Come down for a monthly installment of Window Case Concerts!
Jam Session ft Micah Sage
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. This week's jam is hosted by Micah Sage!
TRIBE x Mixtape Club in Studio
Mixtape Club is a space for MCs, poets, rappers, beatmakers and producers build out a collaborative mixtape. This project is hosted by Tribe Artist Society and led by the multi-talented, Emil Starlight. Come contribute, and grow with a community of musical creatives!
Drop-In Art Space Only!
No scheduled programs today! Drop-in art space is open during our regular hours. Come by and create with the free to use art supplies & instruments. We have paint, collage, textiles, board games, guitars, pianos, drum-kit, clay and more!
Healing Embroidery w/ JeChiapa.art
Join us at Alcove to learn how to do embroidery!
*Registration required
Drop-In Art Space Only!
No scheduled programs today! Drop-in art space is open during our regular hours. Come by and create with the free to use art supplies & instruments. We have paint, collage, textiles, board games, guitars, pianos, drum-kit, clay and more!
Jam Session ft 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. This week's jam is hosted by Mo!
Drop-In Art Space Only!
No scheduled programs today! Drop-in art space is open during our regular hours. Come by and create with the free to use art supplies & instruments. We have paint, collage, textiles, board games, guitars, pianos, drum-kit, clay and more!
Stay Organized! Artist Admin Essentials w/ KtheChosen
Come to Alcove to learn how to manage and balance administration as an artist!
*Registration required
Comedy Writing w/ Mollie Risa
Join this beginner-friendly workshop and practice comedy writing with us!
*Registration required
Calgary Creatives Mixer & Art for Social Change: Hub Night
Our Creatives Mixer are a quarterly networking event that brings together people that Alcove collaborates with, local creatives, individuals who work in the sector, and supporters!
*Registration required
Rhythm & Jam Session w/ Tea Fannie
Come Jam with the talented Tea Fannie, Whether you are an experienced musician or just a music-lover, this space is open to all skill levels to jam and make music during lunchtime. A variety of instruments will be provided including a keyboard, drum-kit, guitars, bass, and percussion instruments!
Jam Session ft Careless Friends Club
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. This week's jam is hosted by Careless Friends Club!
Raw Voices
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.
CLOSED
Drop-in art space is closed for this week! See you on Wednesday Night for Cypher Club, and back to regular programming on Thursday for our weekly Jam Sessions!
Raw Voices 9 Year Anniversary @ SECRET LOCATION
Join us for a special edition of Raw Voices to celebrate the show's 9-year anniversary! It will be a little different from a typical Raw Voices, as there will be more features and no open-mic. It's also hosted on a Saturday, in the day!
*Registration required
CLOSED
Our drop-in art space is closed for the long weekend. See you on Wednesday, May 21st!
Jam Session ft Tayo
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. This week's jam is hosted by Tayo!
The 'Who the Flip Am I' Workshop (For Artists)
Managing Rejection Through Self Discovery with Alchemy Divergence Coaching. Don't live your best life, live your favourite life.
*Registration required
ATC Trading Session
Come make and trade artist trading cards! The cards are 2.5“ by 3.5” in size.
Punch Needle Workshop
Come to Alcove to learn and practice punch needle basics!
*Registration required
"Words just Aren't Enough" - Live Music Show
Experience the power of music beyond words at Words Just Aren’t Enough, an immersive instrumental concert where melodies tell the story.
TRIBE x Mixtape Club in Studio
Mixtape Club is a space for MCs, poets, rappers, beatmakers and producers build out a collaborative mixtape. This project is hosted by Tribe Artist Society and led by the multi-talented, Emil Starlight. Come contribute, and grow with a community of musical creatives!
Jam Session ft Sean
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. This week's jam is hosted by Sean!
Grounds for Gathering, the Downtown Core Coffee Club
Spark conversations, break barriers, and brew community spirit at Grounds for Gathering, the Downtown Core Coffee Club hosted by DCNA! Join your neighbours for a free, inclusive monthly social hour. No agenda, no judgment – just genuine connection with the neighbours who shape our downtown core.
Drop-In Art Space Only!
No scheduled programs today! Drop-in art space is open during our regular hours. Come by and create with the free to use art supplies & instruments. We have paint, collage, textiles, board games, guitars, pianos, drum-kit, clay and more!
Drop-In Art Space Only!
No scheduled programs today! Drop-in art space is open during our regular hours. Come by and create with the free to use art supplies & instruments. We have paint, collage, textiles, board games, guitars, pianos, drum-kit, clay and more!
Skateboard Movie Night w/ Droppin In
Join Droppin-In for a night of appreciating non-traditional skaters from around the world!
*Registration encouraged
Jam Session ft Kindé
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. This week's jam is hosted by Kindé!
Cypher Club YYC
Come freestyle with us month at Cypher Club! Featuring performances from some incredible Cypher Club artists, followed by an open Cypher with local DJs! on the decks!
Beats. Bars. Community.
Window Case Concert & Artist Talk w/ Ashley Ghostkeeper
Come down for a monthly installment of Window Case Concerts!
Press-On Nails Workshop
Join us at Alcove for a beginner-friendly workshop to design press-on nails!
*Registration required
Drop-In Art Space Only!
No scheduled programs today! Drop-in art space is open during our regular hours. Come by and create with the free to use art supplies & instruments. We have paint, collage, textiles, board games, guitars, pianos, drum-kit, clay and more!
TRIBE x Mixtape Club in Studio
Mixtape Club is a space for MCs, poets, rappers, beatmakers and producers build out a collaborative mixtape. This project is hosted by Tribe Artist Society and led by the multi-talented, Emil Starlight. Come contribute, and grow with a community of musical creatives!
Jam Session ft Vtopia
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. This week's jam is hosted by Vtopia!
CLOSED
Art Space is closed for the long weekend until Wednesday, July 2nd. See you back for Thursday Night Jams on July 3rd!
Raw Voices
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. This program is proudly sponsored by: Calgary Downtown Association!
Jam Session ft Peace
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. This week's jam is hosted by Peace!
Lunch N' Learn: Make Your Voice Heard: Zine-Making w/ Blake M & CQAS
Ever wanted to create your own mini-magazine but didn't know where to start? Join Blake McLeod, Calgary Queer Arts Society (CQAS) Artist-in-Residence, for this hands-on zine-making workshop where you'll transform your ideas into a tangible creative expression over your lunch hour.
*Registration required
"Words just Aren't Enough" - Live Music Show
Experience the power of music beyond words at Words Just Aren’t Enough, an immersive instrumental concert where melodies tell the story.
Drop-In Art Space Only!
No scheduled programs today! Drop-in art space is open during our regular hours. Come by and create with the free to use art supplies & instruments. We have paint, collage, textiles, board games, guitars, pianos, drum-kit, clay and more!
TRIBE x Mixtape Club in Studio
Mixtape Club is a space for MCs, poets, rappers, beatmakers and producers build out a collaborative mixtape. This project is hosted by Tribe Artist Society and led by the multi-talented, Emil Starlight. Come contribute, and grow with a community of musical creatives!
Jam Session ft farina
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. This week's jam is hosted by Farina!