
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
Lunchtime Jam Session w/ Vtopia
Come Jam during your Lunchtime with the talented Vtopia! 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!
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.
Closed
Alcove will be closed today, but we will be holding a Jam Session hosted by Bkay Won from 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm at Cold Garden!
Jam Session w/ Bkay x Neutral Ground @ Cold Garden
Thursday Night Jam Sessions happening this night at COLD GARDEN (1100 11 St SE) as part of the Neutral Ground series, 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.
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!
Little Bean Comedy Show
Laugh, relax, and vibe! Little Bean Comedy brings a Friday night full of jokes, friends, and fun before you hit the club (or go back to bed). Produced by Monica Urribarri.
*Registration required
Theatre-Making w/ Kodie
Learn the basics of writing and creating for the stage!
*Registration required
Alcove Photo Club Print Exchange
Calling all photography enthusiasts! Join us for a fun and interactive Photography Print Exchange, where local photographers of all levels can connect, learn, and share their passion for the art of photography.
*Registration required
Creative Layers: Exploring Oil Pastels & Mixed Media w/ Lauren Sanchez
Join this beginner-friendly workshop to explore ways to create expressive, textured art!
*Registration required
Wear the Change: Sewing & Sustainability (1-3)
Wear the Change: Sewing & Sustainability, a free, hands-on 3-part workshop series designed to empower youth (ages 18–30) with practical skills in clothing repair, upcycling, and sustainable fashion. This program will teach you to use a sewing machine, mend clothes, and create clothes from scratch!
*Registration required
Wear the Change: Sewing & Sustainability (2-1)
Wear the Change: Sewing & Sustainability, a free, hands-on 3-part workshop series designed to empower youth (ages 18–30) with practical skills in clothing repair, upcycling, and sustainable fashion. This program will teach you to use a sewing machine, mend clothes, and create clothes from scratch!
*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!
Open House
Come drop-in to check out Alcove Beltline, our second location which launched in the summer! Meet some of the team members, listen to music by local DJ, and learn more about the space. This is a great time to come if you are interested in booking the space for your next event, workshop or gathering!
Jam Session ft Kalkidan
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 Kalkidan!
Schulich Soundstage
Join us for a Jam Night hosted by Schulich Soundstage, a University of Calgary club dedicated to providing student musicians with performance and music opportunities. Musicians of all levels are encouraged to attend, and join us in a fun night of music! Doors open at 6 pm.
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!
The Green Room (DJ Workshop & Open Decks)
The Green Room is a space for creatives, centered around sound, artistry, and development.
Pumpkin Carving w/ Carlos
Come to Alcove to learn a new way of carving pumpkins!
*Registration required
Wear the Change: Sewing & Sustainability (2-2)
Wear the Change: Sewing & Sustainability, a free, hands-on 3-part workshop series designed to empower youth (ages 18–30) with practical skills in clothing repair, upcycling, and sustainable fashion. This program will teach you to use a sewing machine, mend clothes, and create clothes from scratch!
*Registration required
Wear the Change: Sewing & Sustainability (2-3)
Wear the Change: Sewing & Sustainability, a free, hands-on 3-part workshop series designed to empower youth (ages 18–30) with practical skills in clothing repair, upcycling, and sustainable fashion. This program will teach you to use a sewing machine, mend clothes, and create clothes from scratch!
*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
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 Natalia Chai
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 Natalia Chai!
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.
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 Polo Sho
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 Polo Sho!
Wear the Change: Sewing & Sustainability (1-2)
Wear the Change: Sewing & Sustainability, a free, hands-on 3-part workshop series designed to empower youth (ages 18–30) with practical skills in clothing repair, upcycling, and sustainable fashion. This program will teach you to use a sewing machine, mend clothes, and create clothes from scratch!
*Registration required
Window Case Concert ft Soul Circus
Come down for a monthly installment of Window Case Concerts!
Wear the Change: Sewing & Sustainability (1-1)
Wear the Change: Sewing & Sustainability, a free, hands-on 3-part workshop series designed to empower youth (ages 18–30) with practical skills in clothing repair, upcycling, and sustainable fashion. This program will teach you to use a sewing machine, mend clothes, and create clothes from scratch!
*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 & Performance w/ Haven Vanguard
Come by for a special Friday Night Jam session and a feature performance by HAVEN. This jam is intended for folks that play at an intermediate level! All forms of instruments are welcome. Please bring your own instruments. Come to jam or just hang out and enjoy the tunes!
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!
Closed
Alcove will be closed today, but we will be holding a Jam Session hosted by Tea Fannie from 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm at Contemporary Calgary!
Jam Session w/ Tea Fannie @ Contemporary Calgary
Thursday Night Jam Sessions happening this night at CONTEMPORARY CALGARY (701 11 St SW) for "Free First Thursdays" 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.
A City Kid's Survival Guide: Book Launch & Artist Talk
Gavin Sheppard joins us for the Calgary launch of A City Kid’s Survival Guide, his new book exploring resilience, creativity, and community.
*Registration encouraged
Lunchtime Jam Session w/ Robymisterdrums
Come Jam during your Lunchtime with the talented Robymisterdrums! 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!
Punch Needle Workshop
Join this beginner-friendly workshop to learn and practice punch needle basics!
*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!
Raw Voices x J.Sleiman's Book Launch
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 month we will also be collaborating with J. Sleiman for her poetry book launch!
Jam Session ft Nyle
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 Nyle!
Zine Club
Free, drop-in club where you can collage, make zines and meet people! All supplies provided and feel free to bring your own projects.
Live Art ft. Bochiknot
Come down for the first installment of a monthly live art series! Watch macramé artist Nicole (Bochiknot) work on a project, while you listen to a live dj in our Window Case during your lunchtime!
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
ATC Trading Session
Come make and trade artist trading cards! The cards are 2.5“ by 3.5” in size.
Realism Drawing Techniques Workshop
Join this workshop to learn how to draw what you see with simple art tools that you can practice at home or anywhere!
*Registration required
Annual General Meeting & Peace Panel w/ United Nations Association
UNAC-Calgary is hosting our Annual General Meeting followed by a dynamic panel for the International Day of Peace. 🌍✨ It’s an afternoon of big ideas, bold conversations, and a chance to help shape the future of peace in our community.
*Registration required
Jam Session & Performance ft (un)decided
Join us for a jam session and performance featuring (un)decided.