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WRITER'S UNPLUGGED: OPEN MIC AT FOUND
2026-02-25 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Edmonton) | Found Book Shop, 206 1st Street W, Cochrane, AB
Join us for the Writers’ Unplugged – An Open Mic Night.
Share your words while surrounded by walls of books, in front of the friendliest audience you’ll ever meet. It’s easy. Show up with a max of 5 minutes of material to share. Throw your name into the hat. Readers are drawn at random. Poetry, fiction, non-fiction, songs, dramatic monologues…anything goes. Maybe you’re not ready to read in front of people and just want to enjoy the show. Be a part of our live studio audience, cheer on our writers.
See you soon.

Parent & Tot Sing-Alongs
2026-02-27 10:00 - 11:00 | Frank Wills Memorial Hall, 405 1st Street E, Cochrane, Alberta
Welcome to Cochrane’s Parent & Tot Sing-Along Sessions!
Join us for a fun and interactive music experience with your little ones. Sing along to popular children’s songs and nursery rhymes in a welcoming and inclusive environment.
STARTING DATE Friday January 3, 2025
Time: Doors at 10:00 AM music starts at 10:15am
Location: Frank Wills Community Hall
Coffee, tea and cookies provided.
Bring your singing voices and get ready to bond with your child through music. No experience necessary, just come ready to have a great time!
Floor seating so bring a blanket, yoga mat or cushion if you’d like.
*Price is for parent & tot with no more than 2 parents per caregiver. $7/each drop-in or $20 for 4 consecutive drop ins (billed once at the beginning of the month)

LIVE music Saturdays at Rocky View Brewing
2026-02-28 18:00 - 21:00, 2026-03-07 18:00 - 21:00, 2026-03-14 18:00 - 21:00, 2026-03-21 18:00 - 21:00 | Rocky View Taproom, 420 1st Street, Cochrane, AB
Live music Saturdays in the taproom starting at 6pm.

LIVE MUSIC AT THE VENUE SATURDAYS
2026-02-28 21:00 - 2026-03-01 01:00 | VENUE SPORTSBAR AND GRILL

SUNDAY JAM AT THE VENUE
2026-03-01 16:00 - 20:00, 2026-03-08 16:00 - 20:00, 2026-03-15 16:00 - 20:00 | VENUE SPORTSBAR AND GRILL
The Sunday Jam is back at the Venue starting October 6th!
Featuring Allen Christie.
WINGS $10 OFF
HAPPY HOUR 2PM TO 8PM

STRINGS & FRETS AT FOUND
2026-03-02 19:00 - 21:00 | Found Book Shop, 206 1st Street W, Cochrane, AB

Jam Night at The Shire Pub
2026-03-03 19:00 - 22:00, 2026-03-10 19:00 - 22:00, 2026-03-17 19:00 - 22:00 | The Shire Pub, 8-57 West Aarsby Road, Cochrane, AB
Every Tuesday we have a Jam/Open Mic night for all . No matter what instrument or type of music you play, come on down,

Mini Mustang Music
2026-03-04 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-03-11 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-03-18 10:30 - 11:30 | Heartland, Cochrane, Alberta, Canada
Get ready to jam out at Mini Mustang Music—a fun in-person event where little ones and their parents can connect, make music, and exercise their developing brains.
There will be active music making, baby-approved snacks, and social time. This group is run by Laura MacLeod, a certified music therapist and counselling therapist.
Covered by most benefits providers under counselling therapy. Register on Eventbrite to reserve your spot.

Country Music with Turner Bates at the Venue
2026-03-04 18:00 - 21:00, 2026-03-11 18:00 - 21:00, 2026-03-18 18:00 - 21:00 | AB

OPEN MIC AT FOUND
2026-03-04 19:00 - 21:00 | Found Book Shop, 206 1st Street W, Cochrane, AB
The first Wednesday of every month belongs to the songwriters.
Hosted by the magnetic Devin Foster and presented by Blue Willow Entertainment and Found Books & Shop, this open mic invites emerging and seasoned artists to step up to the mic and share their craft. Expect a supportive crowd, a cozy room, tasty drinks and a lineup that’s never the same twice.
Blue Willow Entertainment will be there looking for support acts & headliners for their upcoming shows around Alberta. Please note – only original music is requested at this open mic.
Register HERE

Music Bingo Night
2026-03-05 19:00 - 22:00, 2026-03-19 19:00 - 22:00 | The Shire Pub, 8-57 West Aarsby Road, Cochrane, AB
music bingo every second thursday

Traditional Irish Music Sessions
2026-03-06 19:00 - 21:00 | The Shire Pub, 8-57 West Aarsby Road, Cochrane, AB
The first Friday of every month , The Shire pub welcomes the Irish club of calgary to play traditional irish music.

IWD: Female Songwriters Round
2026-03-07 18:30 - 22:00 | Found Book Shop, 206 1st Street W, Cochrane, AB
Celebrate International Women’s Day with an intimate evening of conversation, live music and connection at Found Books. This special Female Songwriters’ Panel brings together emerging artists Jennie Harluk, Hayley Isabel, Ashley Law and BERLYN.
Through honest conversation and storytelling, the artists will share their musical journeys, creative processes and what it means to navigate the music industry as women. Expect thoughtful insights, personal experiences and a behind-the-scenes look at the realities of building a career in music.
Each attendee will receive a curated swag bag filled with goodies to take home!
Perfect for music lovers, aspiring artists and anyone passionate about supporting women in the arts. Come early, grab a drink and settle in for an inspiring night of stories and song.
Thanks to our sponsors & partners: Rocky View Private Health Care, Skn Loft, Found Books & Shop, Pink Wand Cochrane, Salted

SUNDAY JAM AT THE LEGION
2026-03-08 13:00 - 17:00 | The Legion, 114 Fifth Ave, Cochrane, Canada
DOORS OPEN AT 1PM
JAM STARTS AT 2PM

Master Your Painting with Lorri Pullman-MacDonald
2026-03-14 10:30 - 16:00, 2026-03-15 10:30 - 16:00 | Route 22 Artist Collective Gallery, 208 1st Street W., Cochrane, Alberta, Canada
Master Your Painting
Join Lorri Pullman-MacDonald and learn how to create a good composition with limited colours!
In this 2-day weekend workshop, participants will follow along with a demo and talk from Lorri about getting a good composition and how using limited colours can create a strong painting!
*Participants are able to join for just the Saturday session or for the full weekend workshop.
During the workshop, you will:
Students will learn how to use a scene as a source of inspiration to create a strong painting.
They will also learn which colours of paint go together and how make them work on a painting.
Dates: Saturday & Sunday, March 14 & 15th | 2026
Time: 10:30 am – 4:00 pm
Price:
– Saturday Only: $100 + GST | Fees
– Full Weekend: $175 + GST | Fees
Audience: 18+
For more information and to register:
– Scan the QR code to get registered now!
– OR, visit our website @ route22gallery.com under events for more information!

St. Paddy's Day at The Legion
2026-03-14 16:30 - 22:00 | The Legion, 114 Fifth Ave, Cochrane, Canada
Tickets available at the bar
Reserve your table today

JAM & DRAW MIXER AT FOUND
2026-03-17 19:00 - 21:00 | Found Book Shop, 206 1st Street W, Cochrane, AB
A welcoming space for musicians and artists at any skill level; play non-stop music with each other in an open circle, “living room” setting! If you don’t play, we will have a variety of art supplies available.
This space offers a chance to jam with friends and meet new people in your community. All instruments & genres (even spoken word/emcees) are welcome. This is a queer-friendly space.
Cover by donation: RSVP HERE
