Market Collective

Market Collective is back at Contemporary Calgary this April, bringing a fresh wave of local artists, makers and creative talent.

The spring edition also introduces interactive art activities designed to encourage hands on creativity.

Calgary’s beloved local market returns with fresh artist debuts and hands-on art experiences

Market Collective returns to Contemporary Calgary this spring from April 10 – 12, bringing together a curated lineup of local artists, makers, culinary creators, and vintage curators for a weekend full of art workshops, food trucks, community connection and more. This spring market is the first to put a major emphasis on participatory art experience, with the goal of fostering local artistic talent from an early age.

Since Market Collective debuted in 2008, its mission has always been to provide support and resources for local city artists pursuing their craft. Participating artists continue to receive 100% of their sales, allowing them the opportunity to reach their fullest potential. The Spring Market’s newest home at Contemporary Calgary further underscores the organization’s commitment to the arts.

This season, the Market Collective team is excited to welcome the following new artists to the roster: Constant Leather, Ben Conley Photography, Mauricio’s Garden, Emerson’s Cree Designs, Kwosel, By_Dyl, Non-Fiction Press, The Spruce Nook and True North Cider. These budding artists will be featured amongst longstanding Market Collective artists Jae Polgar, Wild Ways Vintage, Slim Chance Glass, Bugslam, Darlings of Denmark, Elser Walton, Baby Tree Woodworks, and Reem’s Kitchen.

The market’s $10 admission grants each visitor access to Market Collective, as well as Contemporary Calgary’s exhibitions and workshops. The weekend will feature special pop-ups and activities including:

Get out and discover, or rediscover, the 2026 Spring Market Collective on April 10 – 12, Friday 5 – 9 pm and Saturday and Sunday from 10 am – 5 pm. Admission is $10 per weekend, with free entry for kids 12 and under and includes access to Contemporary Calgary galleries and workshops. There’s even on-site visitor parking available at Calgary Parking Authority Lot 61 (Zone 9061).