Event Information

Taste of Calgary, the city's outdoor festival of food and drinks is back for it's 15th year at Eau Claire's Festival Plaza. Enjoy a mix of exotic global cuisine like Cajun, Caribbean, East Indian, and Persian.

Buy Taste sampling tickets for $1 right at the festival and use them to sample any of the food or beverage menu items. Everything is sample-sized, including the prices.

And. . . . Visit a variety of artisans, entrepreneurs, and interactive activities to add to the fun of the festival. Check out Ford's spectacular Fun Zone, make sandwiches with the kids at Hellman's Real Food Movement and do some shopping - located throughout the festival.

Admission to the festival is free and includes a taste of Calgary's incredible local entertainers.

Where

The Festival Plaza at Eau Claire is located on the west side of Eau Claire Market in downtown Calgary. The site, designed for festivals and major events, has ample space for booths and entertainment, easy access for pedestrians and vehicles, and most importantly, has the perfect atmosphere for this event.

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What

Food - 26 restaurants with a variety of international cuisine. Sample size portions. (view this year's menu)

Beverages - 16 unique alcohol beverages - in an AGLC regulated environment. Sample size portions.

Entertainment - Local and name musicians will provide on going entertainment all weekend on our Main Stage. (see this year's entertainment lineup)

When

Thursday, August 11 - 11:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Friday, August 12 - 11:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Saturday, August 13 - 11:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Sunday, August 14 - 11:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.

How Does it Work?

Street Shot facing SAdmission to the festival is FREE
Tickets are $1 each - available at the event
Menu items range from $1 - $5 and are paid for with tickets.
Maximum number of tickets for 1 menu item is 5
Two-Ticket Taster: Each restaurant will offer one item for only 2 tickets!