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The 35th annual Lilac Festival next event is Sunday June 7, 2026, 10:00 am - 6:00 pm At the Lilac Festival, there is an activity made for all ages.

Each spring, thousands of attendees come out to enjoy the unique and pedestrian friendly 4th Street venue, offering an array of musical talent, artisan vendors, quality entertainment and some perfect people watching. This could mean a jump in the bouncer for the kids, discovering a great new band, choosing a perfect summer patio or searching for a trendy fashion; there is no shortage of things hap

pening. The 4th Street Festival Society works diligently to provide an ideal environment for new and emerging local musicians to showcase their talents. There are six stages hosting over 30 performances throughout the day, offering artists exposure to an often brand new audience. A recent new addition to the event programming includes the "Underage Stage", which promotes Alberta's youth in support of their bright future in music.
4th Street is host to over 500 vendors that vary from artisan crafts, to imported wares, to community organizations. The 4th Street Lilac Festival looks forward to another great year, hosting the best and brightest in Calgary's cultural community!

06/02/2026

The wait is over!

Here is the long-awaited entertainment lineup for this Sunday at Lilac Festival!

We're thrilled to welcome an incredible lineup of musicians, performers, and entertainers who will help bring 4th Street to life throughout the day. From live music and cultural performances to family-friendly entertainment, there will be something for everyone to enjoy.

One of the things we love most about Lilac Festival is its ability to bring people together, and we can't wait to see Calgary come together once again to celebrate community, creativity, and the start of festival season.

Take a look at the lineup, start planning your day, and get ready for an unforgettable Sunday!

Which performance are you most excited to see?

06/01/2026

LESS THAN ONE WEEK TO GO!

The countdown is officially on.

In just a few short days, 4th Street will come alive with incredible vendors, live music, family activities, delicious food, and the amazing community spirit that makes Lilac Festival so special.

We've spent months preparing for this day, and we couldn't be more excited to welcome Calgary back for another unforgettable festival.

Who's joining us on Sunday?

05/29/2026

Can we take a moment to appreciate this beautiful weather?

Days like today have us even more excited for the upcoming Lilac Festival. There’s nothing better than sunshine, great company, live entertainment, and a community coming together to celebrate the start of festival season.

The countdown is on, and we can't wait to welcome everyone back to 4th Street for another incredible year filled with music, local vendors, family fun, and unforgettable memories.

Who's ready for Lilac Fest?

05/27/2026

Some of the best moments at the 4th Street Lilac Festival are the simplest ones.

From games and activities to music and performances, seeing kids laugh, play, and enjoy the day with their families is what makes Lilac Fest so special year after year.

We can’t wait to fill 4th Street with these moments again very soon ✨

05/25/2026

The lilacs are blooming, which can only mean one thing…

We’re officially less than TWO WEEKS away from the 4th Street Lilac Festival, and even Mother Nature seems excited for it!

Calgary’s favourite spring tradition is almost here, and we can’t wait to celebrate with all of you on 4th Street.

05/23/2026

What are you most excited for at this year’s Lilac Festival?

🎶 Live music
🛍️ Local vendors
🍔 Food & patios
🎡 Family activities
🎤 Performances
☀️ Spending the day on 4th Street with friends & family

We want to hear what you’re looking forward to most as we get closer to festival day!

Drop it in the comments below.

05/20/2026

The countdown to the is getting closer and closer!

With live performances, local vendors, incredible food, family activities, and so much more, there’s something for everyone to experience throughout the day.

Whether you’re coming to shop, support local businesses, enjoy the entertainment, or simply spend time with friends and family, we can’t wait to welcome the community back to 4th Street once again.

Who are you bringing with you this year? 👀

05/14/2026

WE ARE SOLD OUT

The 4th Street Lilac Festival is FULLY SOLD OUT for vendors for the 2026 festival!

Please be aware of scammers or fake accounts attempting to sell “last-second” vendor booths or claiming spots are still available.

⚠️ THIS IS NOT US. ⚠️

We are completely sold out, and any legitimate festival updates will only come directly from our official channels. Please do not send payments or share information with unofficial accounts.

Thank you again to everyone who applied, we’re incredibly excited to see all of the amazing vendors coming together to make this year’s festival so special.

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4th Street SW
Calgary, AB

Website

http://www.lilacfestival.net/

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