The returns November 12–15 for its 54th year, opening Southwest Florida’s 2026–27 boat show season along the Caloosahatchee River in downtown Fort Myers. The four-day event extends from the Fort Myers City Yacht Basin to Centennial Park and the Caloosa Sound Convention Center, with boats displayed both on land and in the water.
The Calgary International Film Festival runs from September 24 through October 4 with from Canada and around the world screening at five venues across Calgary. Now in its 27th year, Alberta’s largest film festival showcases films from major international festivals while maintaining a strong focus on Canadian and Alberta stories.
The AIA Dallas Tour of Homes returns October 24 and 25 for its 20th year, opening eight architect-designed residences across Dallas and Fairview to the public.
The 2026 BMW Championship will return to Bellerive Country Club in St. Louis from August 18 through 23, marking the tournament’s first appearance at the course since 2008. Practice rounds will take place Tuesday and Wednesday, followed by four rounds of competition from August 20 through 23.
From July 30 through August 2, Lollapalooza will take place in Chicago’s Grant Park. As one of Chicago’s signature annual events, the festival draws music fans to the city for four days of live music and food on the lakefront. The experience feels distinctly connected to Chicago, with stages throughout the venue offering views of the skyline, lakefront, and surrounding downtown neighborhoods.
The Rocket Classic presented by AlumniFi returns to Detroit Golf Club from July 30 through August 2. As an event that has become part of the city’s summer sports calendar since first arriving in Detroit in 2019, the 2026 tournament carries added significance as the final Rocket Classic, following Rocket’s decision not to renew its title sponsorship beyond 2026.
Independence Day has always carried special significance in Washington, D.C., but this summer the capital is preparing for a celebration on a much larger scale. July 4, 2026, marks 250 years since the adoption of the Declaration of Independence, bringing expanded events, exhibitions, performances, and commemorations to the National Mall and destinations throughout the city.
One of golf’s most significant championships is coming to Southampton this summer. The 126th U.S. Open will be contested at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club from June 18 through 21, bringing many of the world’s leading players and an international audience to one of the sport’s most historic settings.
Festival Napa Valley returns July 4–19 for its 20th anniversary summer season, bringing music, opera, dance, film, wellness programming, culinary events, and admission-free performances to venues across Napa Valley.
