Past events
Reverse-chronological archive of past Calgary Salutes events. Use the site search to find a specific event.
2026
HMCS Calgary's Barnburner (Esquimalt)
HMCS Calgary's annual Barnburner is a Western-themed celebration tying in with the ship's birthday. The event features live music, a taco truck, a mechanical bull, a bouncy…
Paris Sahlen Golf Tournament
The annual Paris Sahlen Golf Tournament honours the legacy of HMCS Calgary's late Honourary Coxswain, Paris Sahlen. Teams of four compete in a full round of golf. Paris Kemp…
75th Anniversary of the Battle of Kapyong
A special commemoration marking the 75th anniversary of the Battle of Kapyong, one of the most storied battles of the Korean War. The event featured Dr. David Bercuson, a…
International Women's Day with HMCS Tecumseh
In recognition of 2026 International Women's Day, Calgary Salutes joined HMCS Tecumseh for an event celebrating women in the Canadian Armed Forces. The program highlighted the…
William McKnight Lecture
The Heritage and History Subcommittee, in partnership with The Hangar Flight Museum, hosted a lecture on WWII Flying Ace William (Bill) McKnight. This marked the 85th anniversary…