What We Do

Recreational Art Space

The Recreational Art Space is a community space open to the public 5 days a week where visitors can engage with their creativity in a casual, social, and inclusive environment.

Filled with free-to-use art supplies, instruments, and inspiration where anyone can dabble with their creative instincts.

Workshops

We offer a wide range of art workshops from painting to music to embroidery! Our workshops are suitable for all ages and skill levels.

Check out our calendar for upcoming workshops and register on Eventbrite!

Here are the workshops we offer:

    • Resin 

    • Embroidery 

    • Punch Needle 

    • Crochet 

    • Wood Carving

    • Hand Sewing

    • Knitting

    • Macrame

    • Pumpkin Carving

    • Photography

      • Intro

      • Composition

      • Studio 

      • Portraits

      • Lighting

      • Product

      • Film Photography

      • Street Photography

    • Collage

      • Colouring Book 

      • 3D

    • Animation 

      • Stop Motion 

    • Painting

      • Acrylic

      • Watercolour

      • Edible

      • Alcohol-Ink

      • Digital

      • Clothes

    • Drawing

      • Charcoal

      • Oil Pastels

    • Lino Block

    • Gelli Printmaking

    • Acting 

    • Raps & Rhymes

      1. Freestyle

    • Music Jams & Rhythm

    • Spoken Word 

      1. Writing 

      2. Performance Techniques

    • Guitar 

    • Improv 

    • Stand up Comedy

    • Art Therapy

    • Vocals

    • Guitar

    • Learn to DJ

      1. Digital 

      2. Records/Vinyls

    • Music Production

      1. Music Arrangement

      2. Mixing & Mastering

    • Music Composition

Community Events

Experience Calgary’s local talent at one of our live events held every week! We host at least one event each week in our space to bring the community together through art as well as to provide a platform for performing artists.

We also work regularly with local art organizations, clubs, and groups to bring their ideas to life in our space!

Raw Voices

Raw Voices is a showcase of spoken word, comedy and music with open mics and feature performers. On the last Friday of each month, join us for live performances and a good time!

Sponsored by: Calgary Downtown Association

Jam Session

Alcove Jam Sessions are a weekly Thursday Night gathering of singers, musicians, poets and MCs to play non-stop music with one another. If you are looking for others to jam or practice with, this is your time!

Sponsored by: Canada Council for the Arts

Creatives Mixer

An Alcove Creatives Mixer is a quarterly networking event for individuals involved in the arts industry in Calgary. Whether you are an artist, creator, arts administrator, an art enthusiast or just want to support the arts, here is your chance to get connected with others like yourself!

Window Case Concerts

Window Case Concerts is a free monthly event where you can enjoy live music from while strolling down 7th Avenue during lunchtime. You can also visit our art space and enjoy complimentary coffee, tea, and pastries.

Sponsored by: Downtown Core Neighbourhood Association and The City of Calgary

Partnered and Special Events

We always have new events happening, curated by us and community members including Artist Talks, EP Release Parties and more!

Please check our Program Schedule for more up-to-date information!

Interested in performing or hosting a workshop/event?

Reach out to our team today.