Discover a wide range of engaging events for all ages. Learn about space or ancient history, drop in for live theatre and musical performances, learn about different dances performed at a powwow, enjoy a storytime, and so much more.
Online | May 5 - May 29 | Multiple times
Join Calgary Public Library for LitCon 2025! The literary arts festival is for students in grades K–9. It provides exposure to literary artists and fosters creativity, social connections, and skill development.
These virtual sessions designed for your classroom will inspire students to explore creative processes in writing, drawing, poetry, music, comics, oral storytelling, and more.
LitCon is presented in partnership with Wordfest and AWCs.
Online | May 7 | 12:00 pm
Join us for a free webinar to explore how Calgary Public Library curates its collection and the mounting challenges it faces in doing so.
This webinar is part of The Fifth Book Campaign, which draws attention to a growing reality: the average cost of a book has increased by 20% since 2019. That means for every five books the Library could once afford, today it can only purchase four. At the same time, demand is surging—an average of 425 new members joined the Library every day in 2024.
Members of the Library’s Collections team will share how they navigate these pressures to ensure Calgarians continue to have access to diverse, relevant, and responsive materials. You’ll gain insight into the art and science of how books are chosen, how trends are tracked, and why philanthropic support is critical to making sure everyone has access to the stories that matter.
Central Library — Exterior | Fridays | 4:00 – 6:00 pm
Celebrate the joy of words before you start your weekend. This fun and interactive series brings stories, poetry, and creativity to life with live readings, pop-up performances, literary games, and open-mic magic.
