Calgary International Auto & Truck Show
March 12-15, 2026, saw the Calgary International Auto & Truck Show roar back into the BMO Centre.
Over 220 new vehicles, alongside some beautiful old classics, were showcased in the 250,000 square feet of display space.
New this year, saw The Protectors Pavilion set up for recruiting purposes in over 10,000 sq ft of exhibition space. Terrific displays, complete with various vehicles including emergency response units, were showcased by the Canadian Armed Forces, City of Calgary Police, EMS, City of Calgary Transit and the RCMP. The space was created to encourage patrons to engage with various emergency services and essential public services to explore potential career opportunities.
Attendance at this year’s show grew by 14% over 2025. The Calgary Auto Show organizers are thankful for the strong support and look forward to seeing everyone in 2027.
Vehicles & Violins Gala
The 2026 edition of The Vehicles & Violins Gala was a sensational event in support of Kids Up Front.
On March 11th, over 1,000 car enthusiasts and donors enjoyed a terrific evening of local music, with live entertainment groups performing on the SiriusXM stage throughout the night.
Diverse food dishes were offered throughout the five halls of The BMO Centre at Stampede Park. The extensive food offerings, coupled with eight different bar options, including a Calgary Stampede Caesar Bar, two Mocktail Bars, and multiple full bars, made for an exceptional culinary experience.
The $25.00 Wine Pull sold 260 bottles during the evening, with many donors very pleased with the bottles they received. The 50/50 draw saw the happy winner walk away with $ 1,885.00 in cash, while the Silent Auction featured over 55 items on the Elevate Auctions platform. Everyone enjoyed the various activities throughout the Gala evening, and most of all, seeing familiar faces in the crowd.