AUArts Centennial Celebration

Join Alberta University of the Arts for a special Centennial Celebration marking 100 years of creativity, community and artistic excellence. 

For a century, AUArts has been a place where artists, designers, makers and creative thinkers come together to imagine what’s possible. This celebration honours the people, partnerships and communities that have shaped our university over the past 100 years while looking ahead to the next century. 

Explore our campus and participate 

The evening will feature exhibitions, activities and interactive experiences highlighting the work and contributions of AUArts faculty, staff, students and alumni, along with a special program celebrating the centennial. 

Explore the campus and take part in activations including: 

- AUArts Tech Show 
- Lodgepole Center 
- Illingworth Kerr Gallery 
- Centennial Scholarships Auction preview 
- AUArts Students’ Association-led activity 
- Refreshments, photo opportunities and more 

Schedule 

4:30 p.m. | Activations and experiences begin 
6 p.m. | Centennial event program 
6:45 p.m. | Activations and experiences continue 

Whether you’re reconnecting with the AUArts community, discovering the campus for the first time or celebrating a shared connection to the University, we invite you to join us for this milestone occasion. 

Reserve a spot

The Centennial Celebration is generously sponsored by Calgary Arts Development Authority (CADA).