Catch Calgary’s most explosive festival of all things culture and fireworks at Elliston Park in the southeast quadrant of the city.

The international fireworks competition returns from August 15 starting with Spain, followed by August 17 with Brazil, August 20 with Mexico, August 22 with the United States of America, and the grand finale on August 24.

Gates open at 6 p.m. nightly with food and cultural performances from around the world.

Tickets are available at globalfest.ca.