Practice French


Experience French culture and make new friends, all while practicing your French! Regularly using your French is essential for both becoming and remaining fluent. We offer a wide variety of fun cultural events to help our students and members reinforce what they’ve already learned and expand their knowledge of French culture. Meet our team and discover for yourself what makes the French culture so unique!


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Share your idea and turn it into a real event with the Alliance Française Calgary community!


Pub Night

August 6th

 FREE FULL

Eat and have a drink, but most importantly, speak French! Join us to practice your French during our fantastic Pub Night!


5K Morning Run

August 8th

FREE 

Join us for a morning running session at Stanley Park to get active, enjoy the fresh air, and prepare for the French Run 2026. 


Café Croissant

August 8th

FREE ALMOST FULL

Un café, un croissant, des amis, la vie! French Up Your Life over breakfast à la française!


Literary Gossip Hour

August 12th

FREE FULL

Bring your favorite book, series, or movie — or just your curiosity — and walk away with fresh recommendations and friendly chatter.


Yarn Meet-Up

August 14th

FREE ALMOST FULL

The perfect opportunity to practice your French in a friendly atmosphere!


Book Club - L'Inconnue du portrait

August 19th

FREE FULL

Join us at the Alliance Française Library for an engaging literary discussion of L'Inconnue du portrait, the novel by Camille De Peretti.


Beer Garden

August 20th

PARTNERSHIP

Enjoy an evening of live music, local craft beer, and great conversations at cSPACE Marda Loop’s ArtPark!


Soirée Brésil

August 21st

Step into the vibrant heart of Brazil for an unforgettable evening of discovery and travel.


Soirée Cinéma En fanfare

August 26th

FREE

Discover En fanfare (2024) directed by Emmanuel Courcol, which explores the reunion of two brothers and their shared love for music. 


It's Dictée Time!

August 27th

FREE

Challenge yourself with a free dictée writing workshop! Perfect for A1/A2 learners. 


Drawing and Painting Workshop

August 28th

Join us for a creative break with the Drawing and Aquarelle Painting workshop. 


Fitness Club

FREE

Whether you're chasing a personal best or crossing the finish line for the first time, join Antoine at Glenmore Athletic Park for our French Run training sessions.


Coffee Workshop

September 12th

From bean to cup: master the art of exceptional coffee in one immersive workshop with Marie-Pierre.


Soirée Vin Fromage - Art au fil de l'Histoire

September 18th

Join us for the fifth and last conference in The Art Through History series, where we explore the rebirth of art, discover its great masters, and enjoy a cultural evening of stories, discussion, and French wine and food.


Yoga

September 19th

Join us for a relaxing Yoga session in French with Jasmine from Yoga Santosha.


La French Run

September 20th

Join us for the ultimate running experience! La French Run is back in 2026 and better than ever!


Wine Tasting Workshop

September 22nd

Join us for a stroll through the Loire and enjoy a wine tasting workshop at Metrovino. 


Trip to France - Marseille and the Provence

April 18th

Join us for an unforgettable journey through the heart of Provence and experience stunning coastal landscapes, rich history, delicious cuisine, and authentic French culture.


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