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TASTE. DISCOVER. CELEBRATE
Four Nights.
One Unforgettable Festival.
Four unforgettable nights of culture, global flavours, live music, breathtaking fireworks, and Alberta's largest drone show, all reimagined at Spruce Meadows.
AUG 27–30 · 2026
SPRUCE MEADOWS, Calgary
TICKET OPTIONS
Festival Passes
4-Day Festival Pass
Thursday, August 27 - Sunday, August 30
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JAPAN
Thursday, August 27
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MEXICO
Friday, August 28
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ITALY
Saturday, August 29
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GLOBAL FINALE
Sunday, August 30
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⚠️ Only purchase tickets from globalfest.ca or showpass.com. Beware of unauthorized third-party sellers.
Corporate Tents
Host your team or clients at GlobalFest's most exclusive experience for groups of 25+. A private, branded environment with full catering, VIP-level access, and a night your guests will never forget.
Hosted Tents
Host your team or clients at GlobalFest's most exclusive experience for groups of 25+. A private, branded environment with full catering, VIP-level access, and a night your guests will never forget.
FESTIVAL HIGHLIGHTS
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Fireworks
A culturally curated, musically choreographed competitive show
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Drone Show
Alberta's largest-ever drone show — 600+ custom-designed drones flying in perfect synchronization.
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Cultural Pavilion
Explore cultures, learn traditions, and immerse yourself with global communities
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Food Vendors
Explore famous chef curated dishes from around the world, indulge in your favourites, or discover something new
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Artisan Markets
Discover a curated, high quality group of local and international creators at our re-invigorated artisan market
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Live Performances
A place where globally recognized artists can be celebrated and locals can be discovered
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Family Attractions
Culture is created from community - we have activities to help you keep yours entertained!
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Sponsor Activations
See how your local brands create culture, and watch global brands share culture from around the world
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& More
GLOBALFEST CULINARY AMBASSADORS
MEET THE CHEFS BEHIND THE NIGHTS
Three chefs. Three nights. One GlobalFest table.
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ALL 4 NIGHTs • JAPANESE • PRESENTED BY LIFT KING
JAPANESE CAR SHOW
Classics, JDM imports, tuner builds, and modern Japanese icons, parked together before the fireworks. Apply to display your car for all four nights and compete for a $2,000 cash prize.
Japanese cars
Limited spaces
$2,000 cash prize
Applications are reviewed. Space is limited. There is no entry fee.
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OPEN CALL • JAPANESE VEHICLES ONLY
THURSDAY NIGHT • JAPAN NIGHT • PRESENTED BY LIFT KING
JAPAN NIGHT CAR SHOW
Classics, JDM imports, tuner builds, and modern Japanese icons. Apply now for a $2,000 cash prize. There is no entry fee.
JAPANESE CARS ONLY • LIMITED SPACES
Festival Merch
Official GlobalFest merch for festival nights, community pride, and every fireworks finale.
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$20.00
Picnic Blanket
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$25.00
GlobalFest Folding Chair
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from $6.00
GlobalFest Socks
EVENT SITE MAP
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THANK YOU TO OUR COMMUNITY & STRATEGIC PARTNERS
GlobalFest is made possible through the generous support of our partners, sponsors, and community organizations.
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