Alcove November 2025 Newsletter

November at Alcove

It’s the season of slowing down and cozying up, but at Alcove, creativity’s still in full swing! November marks our final full month of programming for 2025, and we’ve got an amazing lineup of workshops, partner programs, and live events waiting for you. We hope you’ll join us for one (or a few!). Take a look at what’s coming up in the Calendar below!

Please note: Drop-in Art Space at Alcove Core will be CLOSED on

• Saturday, November 8

• Sunday, November 9

Calgary Creatives Mixer: 2026 Community Card Launch & Art for Social Change Hub Night

We’re so excited to invite you to our last Calgary Creatives Mixer of the year. Our Mixers are all about bringing together the people who make Calgary’s creative community thrive: local artists, collaborators, and supporters from all corners of the arts sector. You can expect networking, live music, door prizes, and a fun game with giveaways from local artists and businesses.

We’re also officially launching our 2026 Alcove Community Card, giving you the first opportunity to grab yours and check out our 2026 sponsors! See you there!

This event is in partnership with Art for Social Change Network: Calgary Hub (ASCN).

• You need an Alcove Community Card to attend. You can purchase one at the door!

• Ages: 16+

• Dress Code: Dress to express!! Anything that showcases who you are.

• Snacks & Refreshments are complimentary.

• Alcoholic beverages will be sold.

2025 Raw Voices Grand Finale!

We’re celebrating the last Raw Voices of the year — and trust us, you’ll want to be there. Join us Friday, November 28 from 7:30–10:30 PM for poetry, comedy, and music before we close out 2025.

Thank you to everyone who’s shared their art, stories, and laughter with us this year. Let’s give Raw Voices one last hurrah together!

This program is proudly sponsored by: Calgary Downtown Association!

• Drop-in, no registration required.

• Admission by Donation: $5 - $15

• Ages 16+ recommended.

• Free Ear Plugs available & quiet art rooms available!

Live Audio Technician Workshop with Tobi Sinclair

They released their most recent project Crybaby in July 2024 on Spotify, a project that highlights their personal struggles with nicotine, alcohol, and money.

Tobi’s current projects focus on his multi-instrumental talents, playing drums, guitar and bass for multiple bands and artists across the Calgary music scene including The Blue and Tea Fannie. Notably, they are part of the 6 piece Hip-Hop fusion band Hip Hip Thursday as their drummer, an eclectic and raw hip-hop fusion band, writing songs about current world events.

• Workshops are recommended for people ages 12 and over. Children under 12 years old are welcome with parent/guardian supervision. Please get a ticket for each person (incl. all children).

• The workshops are pay what you can! Suggested $20 - $30 to support facilitator fees and supplies.

  Register Now on Eventbrite

What’s on at Alcove Beltline (1040 8 ST SW)

There’s so much going on at our Beltline location this month, from dance and photography to grantwriting and vendor markets! Take a peek at some of the event highlights:

*Please note Alcove Beltline is not wheelchair accessible, and has a few steps to enter

Check out what else is happening this month at Alcove Beltline (1040 8 St SW) on the program calendar below!

Event Highlights

Here’s what else you can look forward to this month:

Want to support Alcove? Here’s how!

• If you’re able, consider making a donation! Donations help fuel our mission to provide a full-time space where people can cultivate their creativity and build meaningful connections within our community. Donations over $20 are eligible for a tax receipt. 

• Snag a 2025 Community Card — Treat yourself or a friend to an all-access pass to special offers and creative experiences in Calgary for $30! Every purchase helps support local businesses AND accessible arts programming in Calgary!

• Bring Alcove to Work — Does your workplace support local arts and culture? Whether it’s through an employee giving campaign or a corporate donation, your workplace can help fuel creativity in Calgary. Email [email protected] and let’s chat!

• Show Up & Get Creative — Swing by during drop-in hours, join a workshop, or check out one of our events. When you show up, you support local artists and help build community. Click here for our program schedule. 

Alcove belongs to all of us — thanks for being part of it!

2025 Community Card for Sale

The 2025 Alcove Community Cards are now valid to use for the entire year! Come get your 2025 Community Card today at Alcove!

The Alcove Community Card is available to purchase for $30 and gives you access to special offers/discounts at 51 businesses around Calgary! We also offer team packages at a discounted rate! Enjoy discounted coffee, beers, galleries, lessons, art supplies, and quality time all while supporting local businesses! Valid from January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025.

A huge thank you to everyone who has purchased a Community Card so far, as well as Arts Commons and Rozsa Foundation for purchasing team packages. If your team is interested, please contact Bethel at [email protected] for more information!

We also have new additions to the Community Card this year, including, a quarterly Insider Newsletter, giving an exclusive look into Alcove and the local art scene, as well as a change to our Creatives Mixer admissions. Starting in 2025, you must own and register a Community Card to attend our quarterly Creatives Mixer events.

Artist Callout: Exhibit at our Mini Gallery

Are you a visual artist looking for a space to showcase your work? Our Mini Gallery on 2nd Street is now accepting submissions for its next exhibit!

Visible to the public 24/7, this space is designed for artists facing barriers in finding exhibition opportunities. When Alcove is open, visitors can also explore the gallery from the inside. Each showcase runs for an average of 4–6 weeks, providing a unique platform to share your creativity with the community.

*Friendly reminder to guests that hot food is not permitted in the space, with exceptions during special events. This is to maintain the cleanliness and hygiene of the recreational art space.

*Parking in the loading zone by the back door is not permitted, except for staff and facilitators/performers who have a workshop or performance at Alcove. Please do not park there otherwise.

About Us
The Alcove Centre for the Arts is a charity located in Calgary (Alcove Core - 244 7th Avenue SW & Alcove Beltline - 1040 8 St SW). Our aim is to make the arts accessible through pay-what-you-can events and art workshops. We believe that art and creativity are integral to the human experience and in building vibrant and dynamic communities.

Visiting Us
Affordable parking for Alcove Core is located at: TD Core’s Underground Parkade (745 4 St SW, Calgary, AB T2P 4K9). It has free 3-hour parking after 3pm on Weekdays, and a flat rate of $2 for longer. There is free 3-hour parking all day on Weekends, with a $2 flat rate for longer. If you are taking Calgary Transit, we are just across the street from 3rd Street Station.