Discount Guide
Each year, Sled Island partners with local businesses to offer deals to passholders on some of our favourite food and beverages, goods and services around the city.
During and after the festival, show your Sled Island pass to save a few bucks and support our awesome community partners in the process!
Don’t throw away your wristband right after the festival! The discounts will run June 16 - 30!
For an interactive map, please visit SledIsland.com/Map.
FOOD AND BEVERAGE
COFFEE
Canadian Heritage Roasting Co. (2020 11 St SE)
10% off (beans and beverages)
Founded by wildland firefighters, Canadian Heritage Roasting Co. is passionate about nature and environmental stewardship, CHRC roasts full bodied, smooth and easy drinking organic coffees with tasting notes of chocolate, toffee and smoke. For every bag of coffee you buy, they will plant one tree on Canadian soil as part of their 1 Million Planted project.
**Only applicable in-store**
I Love You Coffee Shop & I Love You Coffee Shop Jr. (348b 14 Ave SW / 520b 12 Ave SW)
10% off drinks, bagels, treats (not valid for alcohol)
A new concept licensed coffee shop in Calgary's Beltline inspired by Japanese jazz bars where vinyls are played all day. Here everyone is served, from early morning commuters, mid-day mums, dads and kids, to late night music lovers.
Needs Must Café (227 7 Ave SW, +15 level)
10% off all menu items
Needs Must Café is downtown Calgary’s newest café and patisserie. Conveniently located on Stephen Ave in the +15, we’re the perfect place for early birds, coffee lovers, or those just looking for a little treat.
Semantics Cafe (#105 - 206 11 Ave SE, Back Alley Entrance)
15% off
Semantics Cafe was born out of pure and utter contempt for being online. The main goal when you walk through our doors is not only to make you spend less time on your devices, but do so in a way where you don’t even realize it. We aim to bring back human connection through live music, art, physical media, and deeper conversations, all over a great cup of coffee.
Velet Bike Ski Cafe (#105 - 206 11 Ave SE, Back Alley Entrance)
10% off drinks and pastries
Velet is more than just a bike and ski repair shop. They're a community space where outdoor enthusiasts and coffee lovers meet, sharing a passion for adventure and good company, whether you're there for a tune-up or just a great cup of coffee.
BAKERIES
Biscettes Bakery (1516 6 St SW)
10% off storefront purchases *conditions apply*
Bakeshop known for delicious cookies that are loaded with toppings and treats!
**Applicable for any of our ready-to-go items (does not include custom orders)**
Ollia Macarons & Tea (810C 16 Ave SW)
15% off (All macarons, drinks, merchandise, and ‘Macaron 101’ Baking Classes)
Established in 2014, Ollia Macarons + Tea is a boutique French patisserie located in Calgary, where you can find a collection of classic French and modern macarons, along with other treats, a selection of teas, bakeware and Canadian-sourced giftware. Want to master the art of macaron making? Attend a 'Macaron 101' Baking Class and learn how to create your own macarons!
Sweet Relief Pastries (8318 Fairmount Drive SE)
10% off storefront purchases *conditions apply*
Bakeshop known for elegant cakes, cookies, macarons & pastries from scratch with local ingredients.
**Applicable for any of our ready-to-go items (does not include custom orders)**
GRAB-AND-GO
First Avenue Corner Store (824 1 Ave NE)
10% off
A Japanese snack bar tucked behind Shiki Menya. Katsu sandos, Japanese beef curry, udon, and a mix of snacks and small bites. Dine in or take out Mon-Sat 11-3.
Scozzafava’s Deli (1004 17 Ave SW)
10% off drinks and food (not valid for alcohol)
This Italian sandwich shop is known for its loaded hoagies piled high with quality meats, fresh veggies, and bold sauces. Alongside the sandwiches, you’ll find espresso, fresh pastries, and a bar serving classic cocktails and featuring local brews. Recently awarded Calgary’s Best Sandwich Shop by Avenue Magazine’s Best of Calgary Awards, it’s also become a neighbourhood hangout thanks to its occasional trivia nights, live music, and hosts DJ’s. A cool, easygoing deli spot for a bite, a drink, or an evening out.
Sunnyside Natural Market (#10 - 338 10 St NW)
10% off
A locally owned, family operated, community focused natural market in the heart of Kensington.
SIT-DOWN
BODEGA by SABOR(2204 4 St SW)
1/2 price feature wine and a complimentary chef's choice tapas
Rooted in the bold flavours and spirited traditions of Spain, BODEGA Tapas Bar by SABOR brings the soul of Iberian coastal dining to Calgary. Chef Lino, drawing from his Portuguese heritage and deep love of seafood, crafts a menu inspired by the rustic charm of Spanish tapas bars–think sizzling paella, hand-carved jamón, classic pintxos, and housemade sangria.
Boogie’s Burgers (908 Edmonton Trail NE / 2129 33 Ave SW)
15% off
A cheery spot with kitschy decor, Boogie's is one of the best burger joints in town. Their Angry Aztec milkshake and hamburger-hotdog hybrid burger, Jebb’s Doggie Burger, are where it’s at.
Calcutta Cricket Club (1213 1 St SW)
10% off
Small-plate versions of classic indian dishes and similarly inspired cocktails. Their paneer Kati Rolls and Railway Station Chai are must-tries.
The District at Beltline (227 11 Ave SW)
10% off all food and drinks in the food hall
The District at Beltline Food Hall brings together six distinct cuisines that reflect Calgary’s diverse culinary scene. This vibrant gathering space celebrates the city’s rich flavours and culinary innovation. Participating businesses include:
-Birdie: Fried and grilled chicken sandwiches with flavours from around the world
-Strada: Italian street food where pasta meets panini
-Uzumaki Ramen House: Japanese ramen and rice bowls
-Takori: Asian fusion taqueria serving Asian inspired tacos and burritos
-Ruci: Fresh ingredients, bold flavours - power bowls, fresh salads and smoothies
-Joyfish: Fresh sushi rolls and bowls
-The District Lounge: Enjoy all day happy hour with $5 pints and $6 highballs
National 10th (341 10 Ave SW)
Free popcorn with any purchase
Actually, it is all fun and games. Offering fine food, beer, spirits, bowling alley, arcade games and a rooftop patio.
National 17th (550 17 Ave SW)
Free popcorn with any purchase
Actually, it is all fun and games. Offering fine food, beer and spirits.
Pigeonhole 17th (306 17 Ave SW)
10% off all menu items
Dine on eclectic shareables, imbibe an ever-changing drink list, and groove to a diverse vinyl collection, in a buzzing service driven space. One part wine bar, one part snack bar, one part diner, all parts hangout. (The OG) Pigeonhole 17th Ave aims to be your mom’s favourite coop. Your perch awaits.
Pigeonhole Downtown (#205 - 225 7 Ave SW in Stephen Avenue Place)
10% off all menu items
Soaring (+)15 feet above the ground, nestled beside the most tropical of Food Halls, sits Pigeonhole Downtown, a Mos Eisley meets mid-century modern aesthetic, complete with Earl Greys, Charred Cabbages and other delectables not found elsewhere. With open doors in tune with the local bustling downtown core, this operation not only runs lunch and dinner, it's also your perfect breakfast spot.
Pizza Bob’s (2610 Kensington Rd NW)
$5 pints of Bob’s Lager and 10% off food
For over 40 years, Pizza Bob's Classic Pie has been dedicated to serving the most delicious and unique thin crust pizza to the NW community. Our passion for pizza drives us to provide a family-friendly dining experience, complete with live music and events.
Rain Dog Bar (1214 9 Ave SE)
10% off
Rain Dog Bar, owned by Alberta's first certified Cicerone, offers amazing beer and food pairings. A place where beer can be more than just a drink to quench your thirst, or to throw back a dozen of. Here, beer is a drink that can be on the level of the best wines, an experience in itself, a perfect pairing for amazing food, and one worthy of marking life's celebrations.
BARS, PUBS, BREWERIES
Civic Tavern (213 12 Ave SW)
10% off
Civic Tavern’s interior is warm, cozy and inviting and is reminiscent of visiting a friend’s house. Taking the reins from the iconic Hop In Brew, the legacy goes on by serving up amazing Alberta Craft Beer, Cider and Mead and pairing them with fresh, homemade food.
The Dandy Brewing Company & Pizza (2003 11 St SE)
$5 beers and 10% off food at the Tasting Room
Dandy’s unique approach to brewing and keen eye to detail fosters creativity in both our recipes and beer styles. They offer a unique brewery experience featuring the Dandy Tasting Room Pizza Kitchen, DANDYPOP! cocktails, wine, and 20 taps of Dandy beers and DANDYPOP! Soda.
Eighty-Eight Brewing Co. (#1070 - 2600 Portland St SE)
10% off in the taproom for draft and off sales
Eighty-Eight makes beers in the same spirit of excitement for what’s next. Always big flavors, sometimes a little weird, best enjoyed together. Eighty-Eight Brewing is located in the inner-city community of Ramsay in Calgary. Stop by the two-level taproom and spark some memories over a pint and a slice of pie from Portland Street Pizza.
GRETA Bar (213 10 Ave SW)
One hour of unlimited games
From an intimate corner of the bar to a game leader-board or a meet-up mash-up with friends beside the food truck, GRETA is all about hand-crafted cocktails, locally-sourced global street food, and throwing one mother of a party. Whether you have a group of 5, 50, or 500, GRETA has you covered for all your personal or professional events! And with 40+ arcade games - everything from Street Fighter to Mario Kart - you can choose your own adventure!
Magpie (#107 - 535 8 Ave SE)
15% off
Introducing a new vegan cocktail bar located in the vibrant East Village. This bar boasts a menu of expertly crafted plant-based cocktails, created by their experienced mixologists. Whether you're in the mood for a classic cocktail with a vegan twist or an innovative creation that pushes the boundaries of mixology, this bar has something for everyone.
Paper Lantern (115 2 Ave, Basement)
10% off
Paper Lantern is a dark, fun and intimate bar with strong drinks and small sharing plates, tucked away in a Chinatown basement.
Prosperity Bar (107 2 Ave SE)
10% off
Prosperity Bar is Calgary’s destination for a vibrant atmosphere blending tiki-style cocktails and bar culture with Chinese-influenced dishes.
Sweet Loretta (715 11 Ave SW)
10% off all food and drink before 10 PM
Part disco, snack bar and lounge, Sweet Loretta is built on the city’s legacy of iconic music venues. The multidisciplinary space features programming from rotating resident DJs, live music and emerging artists, alongside exceptional food and drink..
Tubby’s Bar (#100A - 1210 8 St SW)
10% off
It's just a bar... That serves hotdogs. Kitchen open 5pm and serving Doggies till late late for Sled Island (Thursday till Saturday).
GOODS
BOOKS
Shelf Life Books (1302 4 St SW)
20% off books
One of Calgary’s favourite independent bookstores, Shelf Life is a literary paradise, and even has a section dedicated to zines.
ART SUPPLIES
STASH Needle Art Lounge (1237 9 Ave SE)
15% off regular priced yarn, in-store only
Visit STASH for a mind-blowing selection of supplies for knitting, crochet, macrame, cross-stitch, embroidery, weaving, spinning, and more. Located in historic Inglewood, the needle art lounge creates a fun, welcoming, creative environment for peeps who want to craft.
Sunnyside Art Supplies (132 10 St NW)
10% off
Your friendly neighborhood art store. Pat & Shirl carry top-notch materials and offer regular visual-art classes and workshops.
CLOTHING
gravitypope (1126 17 Ave SW)
20% off regular-priced items - some exclusions apply
A trend-forward shoe and clothing store with all the best brands, if you’re looking for new kicks, this should be your first stop. Also be sure to check out Blackbyrd, a record store located in the lower level.
Purr (940 17 Ave SW / 112 10 St NW / 1227 9 Ave SE)
10% off regular-priced items
With three stores in Calgary (with an additional two Purr Petite stores that focus on children’s clothing), Purr is Calgary’s go-to destination for quality clothing that’s fun and fashionable. Hot tip: Their Kensington location carries merch and posters from previous years of Sled Island!
Kept Clothing Collective (1410 4 St SW)
15% off regular priced items
A unique retail store comprised of 20+ vintage and secondhand resellers, each hand picking their own inventory to represent their brand. The result is a fashion boutique filled with a diverse array of curated gender and size inclusive clothing and accessories where the eco-conscious shopper can find a bit of everything.
HOME GOODS & MUSIC
Bike & Brew (921 1 Ave NE)
20% off all full price apparel (clothing)
Bike and Brew is a place where coffee and cycling meet. A space for like minded people, a hub for athletic and social endeavors. This unique bicycle shop specializes in both coffee and bicycle sales, while maintaining all types of bicycles in the full service repair shop.
Cherry Tree Lane Toys (905 1 Ave NE)
10% off
Cherry Tree Lane is more than just a toy store: it’s a community space celebrating the magic of play, fostering creativity and building connections through learning and joy.
Hot Wax Records (114 10 St NW)
10% off
Calgary’s oldest record shop, in the heart of Kensington since 1978! Hot Wax carries a wide range of music from gigantic pop icons to obscure heavy metal and jazz. They also deal in well curated used collections so be sure to stop by regularly to see what’s new.
Plant (1327 9 Ave SE)
10% off **some restrictions apply
True to their name, Plant carries a variety of houseplants, from tiny succulents to full-grown fiddle leaf figs, and everything in between. A green-thumb’s paradise!
**Does not include online orders, workshops, gift certificates, or previously purchased products.**
Recess (1333 9 Ave SE)
10% off **some restrictions apply
A stationary nerd’s dream, Recess carries everything you need to turn your workspace into a dreamspace.
**Cannot be combined with other promotions or discounts.**
REID*S (710 17 Ave SW)
10% off regular priced items
Carrying every kind of writing utensil you could possibly imagine, REID*S is serious about stationary. When you stop by to pick up a new set of pens, be sure to take a look at their selection of fun party supplies and cute and quirky gifts.
Sloth Records (736b 17 Ave SW)
15% off (excluding tickets)
A Calgary institution, not only is Sloth an amazing record store, but also a Sled Island venue! When checking out the all-ages shows at Sloth, be sure to peruse the bins between sets. With large selections of rock, pop, garage, and punk, Sloth had something for everyone.
STUFF (709 11 Ave SW)
15% off all regular priced merchandise (some exceptions)
Stuff has been an independently owned local staple in the Calgary community for over 10 years, providing the fella’s with elevated yet casual apparel, cool gifts, and essential skincare products. The newly curated women’s wear collection features pieces that are appropriate for the office, dining out, or a chill weekend at home – just like our men’s collection.
SERVICES
WELLNESS
Amanda Prokop RMT, trauma-informed massage (2520 16b St SW)
15% off services
Compassionate, trauma-informed massage to guide you back to a safe, secure, and balanced state. Let the potent power of touch connect you back to your body.
Junction 9 Yoga & Pilates (2219 4 St SW / 919 9 Ave SE)
10% off Yoga, Pilates, and Combo 10 Packs
Calgary’s community-first movement studio, Junction 9 offers in-person Yoga, Pilates, and more for every body. With two welcoming locations in Mission and Inglewood, it’s the perfect place to stretch out, reset, and recharge between shows. Show your Sled Island pass to save on class packs and keep moving all festival long.
OTHER
AXE Throwing Calgary (5923 3 St SE)
15% off throwing fees for private event bookings of 4 or more
Buy 2 get 1 free on Drop-in session admission
From date nights to team events, AXE Throwing Calgary delivers a fun, guided axe-throwing experience in a fully licensed space. With expert coaching, unique throwing tools, and food and drinks available, it’s a night out you won’t forget.
Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre (850 4 St SE)
20% off admission
A place to play, learn, explore, and connect through music. Across five floors of exhibitions and stunning architecture, visitors can discover Canada's music story. National Music Centre is home to four of Canada’s music halls of fame and there’s often new temporary exhibits to explore and live performances to see on weekends.