Marda Gras Festival

33rd Avenue SW between 18th – 22nd Streets, Marda Loop, Calgary

Marda Gras is a FREE family-friendly event in the heart of Marda Loop and the longest running street festival in Calgary. Celebrate Calgary’s oldest street festival with live music, dance, the Pet Pageant (Aug 9, 1:30 pm on 20th Street Main Stage), vendors, artisans, food trucks, bike valet and a free shuttle from the Military Museums.

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