Calgary European Film Festival 2026 event poster

European Folk Dance Competition event poster

EU Film Series October 5, 2026 event poster

EU Film Series · Evening Experience

Make Your Monday a Cultural Evening Out

To enrich your European Film Series experience, we warmly invite guests to arrive a little earlier and enjoy the atmosphere of our on-site Café-Théâtre. Whether you’d like a relaxed dinner, a glass of wine, or simply time to settle in before the screening, this addition helps turn Monday night into a full cultural outing.

Evening Flow

5:30–6:00 PM Café-Théâtre opens for dinner and drinks
6:45 PM Theatre doors open
7:00 PM Film screening begins

CULTURE · COMMUNITY · CONNECTION

European Cultural
Society of Calgary

The European Cultural Society of Calgary brings people together through film, folk dance, cultural programs, and community events that celebrate Europe’s rich heritage in Calgary.

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Years of Cultural Heritage Since 2010

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European Communities Represented in Calgary

100+

Events & Programs Across Film, Dance, and Culture

10,000+

Community Members Reached Through Cultural Events

OUR MISSION

Uniting Calgary Through European Culture

ECSC celebrates the cultures, traditions, languages, stories, and artistic expressions of Europe through inclusive community programming in Calgary. Through film screenings, folk dance, cultural partnerships, and public events, we create meaningful opportunities for people to connect, learn, and celebrate together.

Experience the best of European cinema in Calgary through curated film screenings, opening events, Q&As, special presentations, and stories that connect cultures across the screen.

European Folk
Dance Competition

A vibrant celebration of traditional dance, music, costume, and community pride. The European Folk Dance Competition brings cultures together on one shared stage in Calgary.

Signature programs of ECSC—creating cultural experiences that connect, educate, and celebrate.

Step 1 of 5 Entry & Contact

Entry & Contact

Define this competition entry first. One entry covers one age group and one competition category and may include up to two choreographies.

Group / Entry Name *

For Solo, Duet or Trio entries, use the performer or team name you want associated with the registration.

Age Group *

Choose the age composition for this entry.

Competition Category *

The dancer count for each choreography must match this category.

Organization / School Name *

Contact Person *

Phone Number *

Email Address *

I understand that this $75 CAD registration covers one age group and one competition category, with up to two choreographies. A different age group or competition category requires a separate registration and an additional $75 fee.

Choreographies

Add the performance information for this entry. Choreography 1 is required; a second choreography may be added under the same age group and competition category.

Performance 01

Choreography 1

Required

Choreography Title *

Duration, mm:ss *

Enter mm:ss. 0400 formats to 04:00.

Region / Origin *

Choreography Description *

Music Details *

Choreography 1 Music File

Optional. MP3, WAV or M4A recommended. Music files up to 100 MB can be uploaded directly.

Choreography 1 Music File Link

If the music file is larger than 100 MB, upload it to a cloud service and paste a shareable link here. Make sure anyone with the link can access the file.

Choreography 1 Performance Video Link

You may include one more choreography within this same age group and competition category at no additional fee.

Performance 02

Choreography 2

This second choreography is part of the same competition entry. Your fee remains $75 CAD.

Choreography 2 Title *

Duration, mm:ss *

Enter mm:ss. 0400 formats to 04:00.

Region / Origin *

Choreography 2 Description *

Music Details *

Choreography 2 Music File

Optional. MP3, WAV or M4A recommended. Music files up to 100 MB can be uploaded directly.

Choreography 2 Music File Link

If the music file is larger than 100 MB, upload it to a cloud service and paste a shareable link here. Make sure anyone with the link can access the file.

Choreography 2 Performance Video Link

Dancers & Team

Add each dancer once, enter their age, and assign them to the applicable choreography. The dancer count for each choreography must match the selected competition category.

Participants

Dancer Roster

Ages are checked against the selected age group. If a second choreography is added, choose Choreography 1, Choreography 2 or Both for each dancer.

0 dancers added

Choreography 1 Add dancers to check the selected category.

I confirm that all dancer ages are accurate and meet the selected age-group requirements. If the age information is incorrect or a dancer does not meet the selected age-group requirements, the group will be disqualified.

Team Support

Instructors, Volunteers & Chaperones

Provide the people supporting this entry. Enter N/A where a role does not apply.

Instructor(s) *

Volunteer(s) *

Chaperone(s) *

Files & Safety

Add the required emergency information and upload the files needed to complete this entry.

Health & Safety

Emergency Information

Allergies or Medical Conditions *

Emergency Contact Name & Phone Number *

Required Files

Photo & Consent

Group / Entry Photo *

JPG or PNG recommended. Maximum file size: 10 MB.

Special Requirements, Costume Changes & Notes Optional

Special Requirements

Additional Notes

Review & Submit

Review the information below before submitting this entry. Use Edit to return directly to any section.

This registration is one competition entry for one age group and one competition category. The $75 CAD fee includes up to two choreographies within this entry. Registration is complete after the form, required files, signed consent form and payment have been received and confirmed.

I confirm that the information provided for this competition entry is accurate and understand the registration and payment requirements stated above.

Check the confirmation box above to enable submission.

Registration received.

Thank you. This competition entry has been received. A confirmation email with registration and payment details will be sent to the contact email address provided.

Stay Informed

Stay Connected with ECSC

Be the first to know about upcoming cultural events, film screenings, dance competitions, community programs, volunteer opportunities, and ECSC announcements.

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Have a Question or an Idea?

Contact ECSC about programs, partnerships, volunteering, community participation, or general inquiries.

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