Things to do in and around Calgary!
Ever wonder to yourself "Hey-ey-ey. Hey-ey-ey. What's goin' on?" for events in or around the City of Calgary? Well, look no further!
To answer that million-dollar question... OUR FIRST ANNUAL MARKET IS GOIN' ON! Have a look below!
That's right! We're hosting our own Market, and we've already got some stellar Makers, Creators, and Artists of all sorts of media and skills that will be here to sell their merch and network with the community!
Have a look below for the Market Hours and information on everyone that's coming, and be sure to come multiple times throughout the weekend as not all Vendors will be here for each day!
MARKET HOURS - And yes, the store will be open too!!
FRIDAY, August 14th
The Shoppe will be open from 11am and going straight to 9pm
The Market will be open from 5pm – 9pm
SATURDAY, August 15th
The Shoppe AND Market will BOTH be open from 10am and going straight to 8pm
SUNDAY, August 16th
The Shoppe AND Market will BOTH be open from 10am and going straight to 5pm
Meet, Caitlin: Geekkmother
About:
Hi, I’m Caitlin! Your friendly neighbourhood nerdy crocheter! I love bringing your favorite characters to life. Whether cartoon, game, or movie/anime related I love to make it! As a serious plushie lover, my best skill set is making plushies come to life. But I’m also really enjoying making wearables for you to show off! Come see me over on my Instagram Page and see what I'm up to!
Check out Geekkmother on Instagram!
Meet Austin, AKA: Artificer by Moonlight
About:
My name is Austin, and I am an LGBTQ+ freelance artist from Okotoks, Alberta, currently living in Calgary. I was always an artsy kid and graduated from the Alberta High School of Fine Arts with honors back in 2009. I used to spend most of my free time drawing, sewing, or painting miniatures, but over these past few years I have been fully obsessed with the seemingly limitless potentials of crochet. While I can still be commissioned for all of those other artforms, my primary focus for this business is crochet, particularly the more advanced and time-consuming projects.
In 2024, I placed 2nd in the Wearables category at the Calgary Stampede with a Feather Wings Shawl (Pattern by Crafty Intentions). In 2025, I managed to place 1st in Toys with a Noodle Dragon (also Crafty Intentions). Speaking of Crafty Intentions, I am honored to be a moderator of the groups on Facebook, Reddit, and Discord. Megan Lapp and the other moderators have been truly inspirational and wonderful. If it wasn't for that community, I wouldn't be anywhere near as motivated as I am now, and certainly not as good at crochet!
My greatest joy currently is attending local markets and seeing the smiles and looks of wonder from the community!
In 2024, I placed 2nd in the Wearables category at the Calgary Stampede with a Feather Wings Shawl (Pattern by Crafty Intentions). In 2025, I managed to place 1st in Toys with a Noodle Dragon (also Crafty Intentions). Speaking of Crafty Intentions, I am honored to be a moderator of the groups on Facebook, Reddit, and Discord. Megan Lapp and the other moderators have been truly inspirational and wonderful. If it wasn't for that community, I wouldn't be anywhere near as motivated as I am now, and certainly not as good at crochet!
My greatest joy currently is attending local markets and seeing the smiles and looks of wonder from the community!
Check out Austin's other work directly on their website!
Meet Hayley and Kerri, AKA: Obscure Styles
About:
We’re a team of 2, Hayley and Kerri! We make clothes and costumes for all people. We're on a mission to change the way people view clothes. No matter your size or gender, everyone should feel comfortable and empowered in everything they wear.
Check out what else Obscure Styles has going on over on Instagram!
Meet Katie, AKA: Pigeonpen!
About:
Pigeonpen has been working as a professional photographer for 10+ years. From studying photography in university, to working at a family portrait studio, to starting Pigeonpen in 2018 when she wanted to try out cosplay photography. Recently Katie moved from Toronto to Calgary and has been using their photography skills to get to know people within the local drag and cosplay communities.
Check out what else Pigeonpen has going on over on their Instagram!
Meet Teigan Tulsie, AKA: The Armoured Artist
About:
The Armoured Artist is Calgary’s 2026 winner of the Canadian Choice award for Artisan Shops Category. He’s your local trans, biracial knight on a quest to brighten the world with his handmade 2SLGBTQIA+ pride chainmail jewellery and accessories! He’s got over 25 pride flags available as bracelets, earrings, necklaces, keychains, bookmarks, and mini swords! Ever wanted jewellery inspired by a niche pride flag? Teigan’s your knight! Come say hi to your local queer chainsmith!
Check out everything that The Armoured Arist offers over on his website!
Meet Nicole, AKA: White Rabbit Arts
About:
Hi, I'm Nicole Musser of White Rabbit Arts. I create handmade jewelry and journals inspired by the fabulousness of Steampunk and Vintage. All my pieces are fun, fabulous and unique.
Check out White Rabbit Arts over on their webpage!
Meet Kellie, AKA: Creepy Creatures Canada
About:
I make one of a kind terrorbears, Unique with their own name & theme. I make them once, not twice. I've had every year a bear on display at the Western Oasis as well as a painting. The bears are huggable art, some are scary & some are cute & all huggable. I also make resin art which is all handpainted. I specialize in Jason bears, & horror sometimes and do take commissions. I also make bath bomb infused abstract paintings (smellable art). Some smell like blueberries or cotton candy, some are 3D and glow in the dark. I also have been working as an actor for screamfest for this year will be 26 years as an actor. I make my own prosthetics & some costumes. I'm known as Moss Man at Screamfest.
Check out what else Creepy Creatures Canada has going on over on their Instagram!
Meet Alex, AKA: Lil' FreakZ
About:
Hey there, I’m Alex! This is my first market ever and I’m excited to show off what I make! I’ve stuck my fingers in many pots over the years; making balms and oils, jewellery of bone and stone, various sculptures incorporating found objects and more recently making horror masks, blockprint patches and giving new life to old clothes by ‘wrecking’ them. I love pretty much anything to do with horror with my favourite films/media landing in the early 90’s-2010’s. You can expect fun horror/strange fabric patches and bags, some handmade jewellery as well as altered clothes that turn plain thrifts into unique grunge pieces from me! If you like ‘old Hot Topic’ vibes, unique one of a kind clothes or have a penchant for the odd and creepy, stop by my table this August!
Check out what else Lil' FreakZ has going on over on his Instagram!
Meet Seth, AKA: Ablazing Studio
About:
Heya, Seth here (or Blaze) I'm a local LGBTQIA+ artist who has been drawing since I've been able to get my grubby little hands on a pencil. I'm currently creating stickers, and keychains of my own creations in hopes of having my art make someone's day. If you're looking for silly creations, I'm your guy!
Check out what else Ablazing Studio has going on over on his Instagram!
Meet Delina, AKA: The Mad Hatter with a Wicked Whisk
About:
Hello, I’m Delina, Fourth generation Albertain! We’d love to make your event Spooktacular and perfectly imperfect. Unique as the individual we celebrate. Born with spina bifida, fighting the odds since birth, I decided it was time to be creative with my creativity! We make custom designs for desserts and decor and themes. Custom gifts and more. Let us make your event complete!
Check out The Mad Hatter with a Wicked Whisk over on Facebook to see what else they have going on!
Meet Brendan Hunter, AKA: Calgary's Own LEGENDARY Voice Actor and Producer!!
About:
Brendan has been a pro VA since 2003, starting as UUB in Dragon Ball GT. Perhaps best known as the original HISOKA from the Ocean Dub's of Hunter X Hunter, and as TIEN SHINHAN of Dragon Ball (on YTV across Canada till 2006). OTAFEST gave him his 1st professional Convention Guesting opportunity as a Voice Actor in 2013 and Brendan has been touring North American conventions ever since. Surprisingly, voicing the GARDENSCAPES phone game lead; AUSTIN the Butler, has been dubbed "the worst villain in gaming". Villains have been a specialty in Brendan's acting career. But don't let his curly moustache fool you; he's a great friend to con goer's, and Head of Voice Acting on closingcredits.com, and a local live events producer, director and actor with numerous film and tv credits; Fargo, Wynonna Earp, My Life with the Walter Boys, etc (check IMDB for more). "Alberta's son"; born here and he has been able to have a glorious career living and staying here, too. More info and voice acting coaching at www.brendanhunter.com.
Check out everything Brendan has going on over on his website!!
