Alliance Française Calgary - Adults

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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Pub Night

July 16th

 FREE FULL

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


Soirée Vin Fromage - Art au fil de l'Histoire

July 17th

ALMOST FULL

Join us for the fourth and last conference in The Story of Art – The Golden Age, where we explore the rebirth of art, discover its great masters, and enjoy a cultural evening of stories, discussion, and French wine and food.


Café Croissant

July 18th

ALMOST FULL FREE

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


Let's Play Football

July 18th

CANCELLED

Join us on July 18th for a sporty and fun afternoon in French and come play football (soccer) with us!


5K Night Run

July 21st

FREE

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


Book Club - La petite et le vieux

July 22nd

 FREE FULL

Join us at the Alliance Française Library for an engaging literary discussion of La petite et le vieux, the novel by Marie-Renée Lavoie.


Ceramic Workshop

July 24th

FULL

Discover the art of ceramics in French during a 2 session workshop where you'll learn handbuilding techniques, shape and decorate your own ceramic bowl, and take home a unique handmade creation.


French Hike

July 25th

FREE ALMOST FULL

Join our French hike at Picklejar Lakes for a challenging hiking experience. It's the perfect opportunity to practice your French — no fluency needed, it's all about community and nature!


Soirée Lyon

July 29th

ALMOST FULL

Discover one of France's most famous city: Lyon. Join us on July 29th to learn more about the story of the Ville lumière.


Traditional French Bread Workshop

July 30th

ALMOST FULL

Step into the world of traditional French baking and learn directly from a professional artisan baker. Ready to bake like a real boulanger?


Soirée Ciné - Ma mère, Dieu et Sylvie Vartan

July 31st

ALMOST FULL FREE

Discover Ma mère, Dieu et Sylvie Vartan (2025), directed by Ken Scott, which explores the love and devotion of a mother towards her son.


Yarn Meet-Up

August 14th

FREE

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


French Run training sessions

FREE

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


It's Dictée Time!

August 27th

FREE

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


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!


Trip to France - Marseille and the Provence

April 18th

Discover the hidden gems of Marseille, the vibrant jewel of the Mediterranean! 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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