Events
Listed here are the upcoming and past events and places you can find Michael and his art.
Beacon Fall Art Show 2026
Michael will be exhibiting his work as part of a group show.
October 17 & 18, 2026: Get your art fix! Shop local for a special occasion or treat yourself - and chat with artists behind the work. Bring a friend and make it an outing in the vibrant community of Bridgeland Riverside!
Dates:
October 17, 2026 at 10:00 AM untill 4:00 PM
Venue:
Bridgeland Riverside Community Association
917 Centre Ave NE

That Guy Who Paints Dolls At High Line Tap House
Kith + Kin Presents: Michael Grills at High Line Tap Room
From Sept 1st, 2026 to February 1st 2027: I'm showing at the High Line Tap Room. Strange Drinks and Strange Paintings. Not to be missed!
Dates:
September 1, 2026 until January 31, 2027
Venue:
High Line Tap Room
#113, 1318 9th AVENUE S.E.

Canada Paints Plein Air
Michael will be taking part in a plein air art competition as a wild card entrant.
Artists will paint a scene of their choice in their preferred style at a designated location. Selection of applicants is based on their entry applications and images. After the painting session, judges will choose three finalists to award the prizes.
Dates:
August 8, 2026
Venue:
Fish Creek Provincial Park
15979 Bow Bottom Trail

Calgary Stampede Art Show
Michael will be taking part in the Stampede Art Show.
Step into the tranquil Western Oasis in the BMO Centre and immerse yourself in the vibrant world of the Art Show. Celebrating over 40 years of artistic excellence, this dynamic exhibition showcases a diverse array of creative areas – from displays showing traditional crafts like textiles, woodwork and ceramics and local & Stampede history to open gallery areas exhibiting contemporary art and photography.
Dates:
July 3, 2026 until July 12, 2026
Venue:
Calgary Stampede
BMO Centre

Un Carnival dans la Bistro
The Eden - Bistro is proud to present 'un carnaval dans la bistro', an art show by Michael Grills, BFA, ASA. Featuring a collection of Paintings, Prints, and Ink Drawings exploring life's little moments.
Dates:
September 17, 2024 until January 6, 2025
Venue:
The Eden - Bistro
1219 9 Ave SE
