Matthew Swann Performs for Ice Skaters at Chinook Blast's Final Weekend

The winter air in Calgary was filled with enchanting melodies as Matthew Swann, a noteworthy singer-songwriter, captivated a large crowd at the Olympic Plaza this Friday night. Swann's music created a unique atmosphere for the hundreds of people who took to the ice rink under the glow of twinkling city lights.

Warming Up with Stories and Songs

Apart from the icy escapades, non-skaters gathered alongside cozy urban bonfires, immersing themselves in the cultural warmth of performances and storytelling. Notably, the Metis artist and storyteller Janis Laboucane is expected to grace the venue Saturday afternoon with tales and traditional charm.

Chinook Blast's Winter Cheer

The Chinook Blast, known as Calgary's outdoor winter festivity, is celebrating its last hurrah for the season. Collaborating with the Calgary Folk Festival's Block Heater, Chinook Blast ensured the city’s Olympic Plaza thrummed with live music. With no admission fee, the lineup promises more toe-tapping fun with scheduled shows by various artists such as Odario, Cheikh Ibra Fam, and Le Vent Du Nord, ensuring the festival’s closing weekend echoes with tunes and joy.

Calgary, Music, Skating