Alberta

Summer Arts Programming Returns to Canmore With Music and Comedy

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April 24, 2026 7:24 pm

The Canadian Mountain Arts Foundation has announced a new lineup of summer programs at artsPlace in Canmore, Alberta, featuring a variety of live music, comedy, and workshops for all ages.

Music fans can look forward to a performance by the JUNO award-winning folk trio, The Ennis Sisters, on May 3, 2026. Shortly after, the venue will host a chamber music concert on May 7, 2026, featuring violinist and violist Yura Lee alongside Grammy Award-winning classical guitarist Jason Vieaux as part of the ChamberFest West shoulder season programming.

For those looking for entertainment, the Friday Night Comedy series is returning through August 2026. Presented in partnership with Blake Brewhouse & Distillery, the series features a rotating list of comedians, including Mike Dambra, David Nihill, and others.

The centre is also expanding its workshop offerings with various arts-based classes, and a free Youth Arts Collective: Intro to Stained Glass program for teens aged 13 to 17 starting May 26, 2026. Additionally, summer camps for children ages 6 to 12 are available from June 29 through August 21, 2026.

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