4 Fun Things to Do in Calgary This June

Spend the day at Lilac Festival, raft down the river, listen to some cool music at Sled Island and more.

A woman flips through a Sled Island program guide, with friends in the background.
Photo by Britt Rose.

Attend Lilac Festival

June 1

The 4th Street festival helps kick off Calgary’s spring festival season, hosting more than 70 musicians, entertainers and performances across six stages, alongside more than 500 market vendors.

lilacfestival.net

 

Raft Down the River

Grab your raft, life jacket and oars, or rent all of the above and start your summer season the Calgary way with a float down the Elbow or Bow rivers. Consult the City’s River Access map for start and end points.

maps.calgary.ca/RiverAccess

 

Jam Out at Sled Island

June 18 to 22

Japanese punk foursome Otoboke Beaver, who perform at Sled Island on June 21 at The Palace Theatre, are the guest curators of the annual five-day music and arts festival.

sledisland.com

 

Work Out at a City Fit Park

Take your workout outdoors to a City fitness park. Equipment varies, but can include chin-up bars, push-up stations and seated leg presses.

calgary.ca/parks/outdoor-fitness-equipment

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This article appears in the May 2025 issue of Avenue Calgary.

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