# Event Details - **Event Name**: Decomp2026: Getting Buggy With It - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 03 Oct, 2026 at 04:00 pm – Sun, 04 Oct, 2026 at 11:00 am (-06:00) - **Event Description**: Fly, buzz or crawl to Decomp2026: "Getting Buggy With It" It's time to swarm together for our annual fall community celebration! Join us on Oct 3, 2026, in Calgary for a night full of fun and colourful ant-ics. This year’s theme, Getting Buggy With It, promises a high-energy blend of music, art, and community that brings together all the principles and spirit of Burning Man. We’re transforming the space into a bug sanctuary of DJs, art installations, and performances that will leave you fluttering on the dance floor. And yes, we’re once again offering an overnight stay for our out-of-town guests—so pack your sleeping bags and prepare for a full 20-hour Decomp adventure! Schedule: This is a working schedule, check back for updates! • 4 PM — Decomp Opens • Family Flow Jam & Dance Party • Potluck • Costume Swap • Variety Show • 18+ Music and DJs • Sleepover • Waffle breakfast and event tear down (Oct 4) Don’t miss out on the party of the year – it’s going to be a night of legendary proportions! Stay tuned for more details and get ready for an adventure. 🔥 Get your Tickets Now! https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/decomp-2026-getting-buggy-with-it Anyone under 18 is free so long as they are accompanied by a ticket holding adult. All event attendees must agree to abide by and read the LEA’’s code of conduct. This includes respecting our surroundings and abstaining from drug use. Follow this link to read the code of conduct. https://www.extraordinaryalbertans.ca/about/code-of-conduct/ We strive for a revenue neutral event. Any extra funds raised go directly to support our community through the League of Extraordinary Albertans** – so by attending, you’re not only having a blast, you’re helping build a stronger community for the future. Decomp is a volunteer driven, and formally recognized Burning Man event. There are no paid members or volunteers and we aim for revenue neutrality. As is typical at most Burn events we ask that everyone who participates please purchase a ticket. This includes the producers, volunteers and artists. We want to try and make sure no one persons contribution is valued higher than anyone else's as this event is co-created by all who attend. However if finances are a barrier to your participation, please email albertadecomp@gmail.com and we can help. Thank you for understanding. How to get involved: Decomp is 100% volunteer driven! Consider volunteering and helping us make the magic happen! We currently need leads in the following areas- -Sound tech setup and/or teardown -Potluck setup and cleanup organizer -Kids daytime party programming Please email albertadecomp@gmail.com for info General event volunteer sign-up below: https://forms.gle/qkYNeZTdSZGNTN6N8 Want to share art, a performance, a craft, or workshop? We would love to have you! Please fill out the following form to let us know, or email us directly at albertadecomp@gmail.com Content sign-up below: https://forms.gle/cXLACTFHi2JNtQsv8 Once again we are excited to bring this event to life and celebrate our shared culture and values with you all! Let’s decompress and reconnect! Please email albertadecomp@gmail.com if you have any questions or we missed something! - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/calgary/decomp2026-getting-buggy-with-it/200030638259722 - **Event Categories**: art, kids, parties, food-drinks, trips-adventures, entertainment, potluck, workshops, it, volunteering, costume-parties - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 127 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Calgary - **state**: AB - **country**: Canada - **location**: ATCO Performing Arts Centre - **lat**: 51.0123 - **long**: -114.03173 - **full address**: ATCO Performing Arts Centre, 1371 Hastings Cres SE, Calgary, AB T2G 4C8, Canada ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Decomp2026: Getting Buggy With It - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/8e2f47b7b3ce9f5ab17c39ce9c024906bfa52d72aa828c3acdd93b4bab6cd798-rimg-w850-h315-dcf8f8f8-gmir?v=1788202402 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Decomp2026: Getting Buggy With It being held? - **A:** Decomp2026: Getting Buggy With It takes place on Sat, 03 Oct, 2026 at 04:00 pm to Sun, 04 Oct, 2026 at 11:00 am at ATCO Performing Arts Centre, 1371 Hastings Cres SE, Calgary, AB T2G 4C8, Canada. - **Q**: Who is organizing Decomp2026: Getting Buggy With It? - **A:** Decomp2026: Getting Buggy With It is organized by The League of Extraordinary Albertans. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Decomp2026: Getting Buggy With It is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Calgary, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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