Heritage Plaza and Gasoline Alley Museum are open year-round, while the Historical Village is open on weekends and holidays only. Click here for hours of operation.
Heritage Plaza and Gasoline Alley Museum are open year-round, while the Historical Village is open on weekends and holidays only. Click here for hours of operation.
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In celebration of National Indigenous People’s Day, the University of Calgary and Heritage Park welcome you for the 11th annual Campfire Chats. On Saturday, June 20, join us in as we honour the Indigenous Peoples of Canada through musical storytelling in A Celebration of Indigenous Music and Culture.
*Artwork is by Gordon Wesley.*
Oki, the Blackfoot Confederacy Drum Group was started in 2004 by bringing together singers from each of the Blackfoot tribes; Piikani, Bloods, Siksika, Kainai and Blackfeet Tribe of the USA. The group was formed with the intention of bringing back the old songs of the Blackfoot tribes. Today, the group still revives and sings songs from long ago, although, some of the group’s songs are new and made by various members of the group. The Blackfoot Confederacy Drum Group is committed to sharing their music, far and near.
Drezus is an Anishinaabe and Nehiyaw hip hop artist, songwriter, and actor from Muskowekwan First Nation in Saskatchewan, known for raw storytelling and unapologetic Indigenous pride that empowers youth to embrace who they are.
First recognized with Team Rezofficial and later breaking through with Redwinter, an anthem of the Idle No More movement, he went on to solidify his impact with Indian Summer. A JUNO nominee, SOCAN Vince Fontaine Indigenous Song Award winner, MTV VMA award winner, and five time Indigenous Music Award winner, he has shared stages with Drake, 50 Cent, Cardi B, and Mobb Deep, and has appeared on the hit TV show Yellowstone.
Fawn Wood is a Cree and Salish singer, songwriter, and traditional artist celebrated for her powerful voice and cultural storytelling. A JUNO Award winner for Traditional Indigenous Artist of the Year, she has also earned numerous Native American Music Awards, Aboriginal People’s Choice Music Awards, and Indian Summer Music Awards. Her award-winning albums include Iskwewak, Kikawiynaw, and Kakike, as well as collaborative projects with her partner Dallas Waskahat, Til the End and Blessings, and multiple recordings with her powwow group, Cree Confederation. Fawn’s music has been featured in films, TV shows, and documentaries, alongside appearances on Joe Pickett and Entertainment Tonight Canada’s Indigenous Icons.
An act of reclamation, a fulfillment of identity and a statement of purpose: Siibii is so much more than a name. The Montreal-based songwriter, a mythic pop power in the making, manifests their name’s Cree meaning — river — as a source of creative and personal empowerment. Ever-rushing and ever-flowing, the river is a force of intention, imagination, and emotional cleansing that guides Siibii’s musical journey. Originally from Mistissini, QC, Siibii writes music to quiet the inner voices that can drown out the good. A self-trained artist of both natural and nurtured gifts, Siibii draws from deep wells of familial and instinctive talent. “Mama put a paintbrush in my hand and Gookum put a song in my heart,” they say.
Get ready to celebrate with community-led programming, rooted in tradition and open to all.
When the sun goes down, the energy turns all the way up.
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Indigenous stories have often been shared through non-Indigenous perspectives. This two-day photography workshop creates space for emerging Indigenous photographers to share their own narratives through hands-on learning and live photo sessions.
Please note: This workshop is for Indigenous Photographers only.
Led by Autumn Eagle Speaker, the Indigenous Market features a vibrant collection of artisans, makers and small businesses. Shop handcrafted goods and contemporary designs that reflect culture, creativity and community, with opportunities to support Indigenous entrepreneurs and local talent.
Observe as Tipi Holders raise a painted Tipi Lodge, where each step reflects tradition, knowledge and care, offering a quiet opportunity to learn through observation.
There is no formal presentation, allowing the process to unfold naturally and be experienced in its own time.
An all-levels fitness experience inspired by powwow dance and movement, blending culture, music and wellness in a high-energy session in collaboration with Calgary Public Library.
Rooted in rhythm and movement, this experience offers a powerful way to engage with culture through motion and connection.
Experience the energy of Métis culture through live dance and jigging performances by Violet’s Michif Dancers, along with interactive demonstrations and opportunities for guest participation.
In celebration of National Indigenous Peoples Day, the University of Calgary and Heritage Park come together for the 11th annual Campfire Chats.
The gathering honours the Indigenous Peoples of Canada through an evening of musical storytelling in A Celebration of Indigenous Music and Culture.
Host/Moderator(s): Anita Crowshoe, Indigenous Engagement Advisor at Heritage Park and Reagan Markwell, Specialist, Indigenous Intercultural Education at UCalgary office of Indigenous Engagement.
Drezus, Fawn Wood, Blackfoot Confederacy Drum Group, Siibii
Join Lindsay Crowshoe from the University of Calgary for Music is Medicine, an experience exploring how sound, music and rhythm support connection, healing and well-being.
A Blackfoot physician, researcher and leader in Indigenous health, Crowshoe brings together clinical knowledge and Indigenous Ways of Knowing to explore the role of music and sound in wellness.
Watch the Smalleyes Family from the Bearspaw First Nation through live band performances and powwow dance demonstrations that bring music, movement and culture to life throughout the day.
These performances create space for connection, celebration and the sharing of culture through sound and dance.
Get ready for a late-night sober celebration where Gasoline Alley Museum transforms into a high-energy Indigenous afterparty filled with bass, movement, rez glamour and nonstop dance-floor vibes. Think Native EDM festival afterparty energy mixed with culture, fashion and nightlife, all in a completely sober space built for connection, joy and community.
Curated by Autumn Eagle Speaker, the Indigenous Market features a vibrant collection of artisans, makers and small businesses. Shop handcrafted goods and contemporary designs that reflect culture, creativity and community, with opportunities to support Indigenous entrepreneurs and local talent.
Join Cree author Heni Giroux for an interactive reading of Sharing the Land We Call Home (2024), a children’s book following a young girl’s journey from Treaty 6 to Treaty 7 territory.
Following the reading, teachings on Indigenous protocols and treaty relationships will be shared by Giroux and her father.
Join Matriarch Movement for a powerful National Indigenous Peoples Day gathering that honour’s Indigenous identity through movement, culture and connection. This immersive experience includes a guided meditation and yoga session led by Lululemon Global Ambassador, Shayla Stonechild. A Powwow dance class and teachings with Deanne Hupfield, sharing circles and traditional women’s teachings around wellness from seven nations.
A limited number of yoga mats will be provided by lululemon (first come, first serve); participants are encouraged to bring their own mat and water bottle.
Watch the Smalleyes Family from the Bearspaw First Nation through live band performances and powwow dance demonstrations that bring music, movement and culture to life throughout the day.
Connect with Knowledge Keepers in a welcoming, drop-in setting featuring Métis teachings, including sash weaving, trapping history, and Michif culture.
Don’t miss out on other events happening at Heritage Park!
Telling Our Own Stories | Heritage Park | June 15
Telling Our Own Stories | Heritage Park | June 16
Bring Your Kokum Scarf | Sober After Party (18+) | Heritage Park | June 20
National Indigenous History Month | Heritage Park | June 20
National Indigenous History Month | Heritage Park | June 21
FREE Park Admission for individuals who self-identify as Indigenous on June 15, 16, 20 & 21 ONLY: On these dates, please let our gate staff know you identify as Indigenous and you will receive free admission to Heritage Park. This offer applies to June 15, 16, 20 & 21 only.
Due to the forecasted weather, contingency plans are in place to ensure National Indigenous Peoples Day programming continues in a safe and respectful way:
Paid parking is available in Heritage Park’s front lots. 2025 Members and 60th Anniversary Members who’ve bought the parking add-on get parking included in their Membership. The Park Plus Zone number of the front lots is 8320. Click here for more information.
Once guests have arrived to the Park, they can go to the front gates of the Historical Village to get admission and enter the Historical Village.
There are plenty of ways to get to the Park, whether that be on foot, via transit, or driving. Click here to find the way that works for you!
1900 Heritage DR. S.W. Calgary, Alberta, Canada T2V 2X3
Email: info@heritagepark.ca
Phone: 403.268.8500
There are plenty of ways to get to the Park, whether that be on foot, via transit, or driving. Click here to find the way that works for you!
