International Avenue Arts and Culture Community (IAACC), in partnership with International Avenue Business Revitalization Zone, proudly supports the East Town Get Down Independent Music Festival.
“Inspired by the thriving Calgary independent music scene and the excitement of International Avenue, East Town Get Down melds location and performance into one immersive event.
Featuring intimate, convivial venues, unique food and drink, and a range of Calgary performers to suit all musical tastes, East Town Get Down is shaking up the festival landscape in Calgary, kicking off the summer season with an international flare.”
Save the date: May 23, 2026
The festival happens Saturday, May 23 from 5 p.m. to midnight on International Avenue – Calgary’s Culinary and Cultural District. East Town is unique in the way it brings together and celebrates Calgary’s thriving independent music scene with the dynamic (and delicious) international flavor of 17th Avenue SE. East Town Get Down happens along a six-blocks of International Avenue and area. Inspired by festivals like SXSW, you’ll find performances in a fun range of intimate and unlikely venues including small ethnic bistros, a bowling alley, and beautiful Unity Park.
Event is in partnership with International Avenue Arts & Culture Community.
To learn more about the festival: https://www.easttowngetdown.org/
BECOME A VOLUNTEER
As this is a large event spanning over 6 blocks and 10 venues, it takes many people to make this happen. ETGD is seeking 50+ volunteers to help make this happen. ** There is a minimum of 2 x 2 hour volunteer shifts **
BENEFITS OF VOLUNTEERING
- Supporting a one of a kind independent arts festival and arts & cultural community.
- T-Shirt
- Food ticket
- Refreshments
- All Access pass to listen to any of the artists
- 2 bus tickets, if requested
- Upon request, volunteer letters
Kaylynn Miller, IAACC Executive Director & ETGD Volunteer Coordinator will be in touch with you with confirmation of your application and any further details.
Thank you for your consideration and your time in supporting arts and cultural initiatives in Greater Forest Lawn!
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