Venezuelan Culture Days 2025
Venezuelan Culture Days
Celebrating the 25th Anniversary of the Venezuelan Canadian Association of Calgary
The Venezuelan Canadian Association of Calgary is celebrating its 25th anniversary through Venezuelan Culture Days, its most important cultural event. Venezuelan Culture Days introduces the Calgary community to the many expressions of Venezuelan culture through folklore, dance, music, film, theatre, food, and crafts.
Gala Concert Featuring Ensamble Gurrufío
Date: May 31, 2025
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Studio Bell, 850 4 Street SE, Calgary, Alberta T2G 1R1
Ensamble Gurrufío is a quartet dedicated to the research, arrangement, and reinterpretation of Venezuelan instrumental music. For more than 40 years, the ensemble has presented contemporary music deeply rooted in Venezuelan tradition.
Expected audience: 265 people
Theatre Play
Date: June 8, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: Arts Commons, 205 8 Avenue SE, Calgary, Alberta T2G 0K9
Theatre is an important medium used to educate, inform, inspire, and entertain. Local artists present this event to promote Latin American culture through meaningful stories and high quality performances.
Expected audience: 185 people
Venezuelan Movie Night
Date: June 22, 2025
Movie: To be announced
Location: Canyon Meadows Cinema, Unit 110, 13226 Macleod Trail SE, Calgary, Alberta T2J 7E5
Venezuelan cinema has experienced significant growth during the last two decades. Movie Night gives the Calgary community an opportunity to discover Venezuelan stories, perspectives, and filmmaking.
Expected audience: 350 people
Taste of Venezuela: Food and Cultural Fair
Date: July 27, 2025
Time: 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Location: Eau Claire Plaza, Calgary
Experience Venezuela through its flavours, crafts, music, and folklore. Families can enjoy traditional food, musical performances, folklore dancing, and exhibitions by Venezuelan artists.
Expected audience: 1,000 people