12th Annual Concert for Classrooms

Where: Bella Concert Hall, 18 Mt Royal Cir SW, Calgary, AB, T3E 7N5 Map
When: Nov 13/26 07:00 PM - Nov 13/26 08:30 PM
Age: All
Website: https://concertforclassrooms.org/campaign/concert-for-classrooms-calgary

The 12th Annual Concert for Classrooms, presented by Mawer Investment Management, taking place Friday, November 13, 2026, at Bella Concert Hall.

Headlined by Canada’s top country-rock band, The Road Hammers, the evening will bring together an all-star lineup of Canadian performers for one night in support of Classroom Champions.

Joining The Road Hammers are:

Darby Mills – Canadian rock legend and former lead singer of The Headpins
Patricia Conroy — Canadian Country Music Hall of Famer
Travis Good — Guitarist and fiddler and co-founder of alt-country band The Sadies
Irvin Miller — Manitoba’s fast-rising young voice in blues, gospel and old-school country

The radio-show-style concert will combine powerhouse performances, storytelling, spontaneous collaborations and unscripted banter. Anchored by The Road Hammers—known for their roaring guitars, powerful harmonies and hit anthems including “I’m a Road Hammer”—this year’s concert promises an unforgettable mix of country, rock, blues, gospel and roots music.

Since starting in 2014, Concert for Classrooms has welcomed more than 10,000 guests and raised over $2 million to support Classroom Champions. Through its unique K–8 program, Classroom Champions connects students with Olympic, Paralympic, professional and collegiate athlete mentors who share their journeys and help students build the confidence, perseverance and fundamental skills they need to excel in school and beyond.

“Concert for Classrooms is an incredible example of what can happen when artists, businesses and community members come together for kids,” said Alexis Gaiptman, President, Canada, Classroom Champions. “In 2025, this community raised more than $320,000, helping us bring meaningful mentorship and programming to students across Canada. This year, we want to reach even more kids and classrooms, and every ticket purchased brings us closer to that goal.”

Concert for Classrooms is presented by Mawer Investment Management, with the generous support of Board Chair Craig Senyk ensuring that 100% of every ticket and sponsorship goes directly to Classroom Champions’ mentorship programs.