CALGARY, AB — ’s big summer.
The entertainment powerhouse behind some of Western Canada’s most influential venues and festivals, Blueprint is officially unveiling a new era for one of Calgary’s most beloved cultural spaces, . With a 14-year legacy in the city, the venue is now undergoing a top-to-bottom refresh, just in time to mark Blueprint’s growing investment in Calgary and Alberta at large.
A New Chapter for Commonwealth: Music. Culture. Community.
Known for curating a diverse mix of popular and underground club music, cultural events, and concerts of every genre, Commonwealth has long held space as the cornerstone of Calgary’s creative nightlife. Now, the venue is getting a bold facelift.
Renovation highlights include:
- A full rebrand including logo, visuals, and a new slogan:
- Music. Culture. Community.
- crafted by acclaimed Calgary born and raised designer Rory Doyle
- The official launch of Common Underground, the venue’s lower level
- Immersive, cutting-edge LED lighting design by Canadian veterans Urban Visuals
- A newly expanded stage and fully updated green rooms
- Enhanced VIP sections and an enlarged mezzanine for premium views
- A slick new bar on the lower level, freeing up more space to dance
- Total bathroom renovations, you’re welcome
- Fresh murals and artistic expressions led by Calgary local XYZ aka Rhys Farrell
- Bigger and better dance floor upstairs for more room to move
Blueprint’s reimagining of Commonwealth isn’t just aesthetic, it’s a statement that they’re committed to investing in Calgary’s cultural landscape
Calgary, Meet Blueprint Entertainment
With a legacy built in Vancouver’s music and nightlife scene, Blueprint is bringing its next wave of energy, infrastructure, and ambition to Alberta. The company, which ranks among the largest lifestyle and entertainment firms in Western Canada, has been looking seriously at Calgary for some time as the next cultural cultural capital in the country.
“There’s real momentum in Calgary right now. There’s real buzz, growth, and energy, which is everything we want to be part of,” says Alvaro Prol, Founder of Blueprint. “This isn’t a one-off. We’re here to build a lasting cultural footprint and become a true part of the city’s nightlife and entertainment communities. The people of Calgary are incredible, the City is welcoming, and we’re grateful for the support. The vibe of the city is like nowhere else in Canada.”
As the owners and operators of two of Vancouver’s cultural institutions - and , Blueprint has been providing that city with cutting edge events for almost 30 years. In addition, the company is already behind some of the region’s biggest festivals, , Chasing Summer, and ). Blueprint is always looking for new opportunities and long-term investments in Alberta’s live entertainment ecosystem.
Badlands Music Festival - The City’s Music-Forward Tent
The Calgary Stampede might be all about cowboy boots and country music, but Blueprint’s offers something new and fresh entirely.
As a music-forward tent during Stampede, Badlands is Blueprint’s flagship festival play in Alberta. Going into their seventh year, it’s a genre-defining moment for Calgary’s summer festival season, and the lineup speaks for itself. 2025 sees the festival with two fully programmed stages and more artists than ever. The year is looking to be a sellout series of shows with general admission, the coveted “Outlaw” pass, and VIP tickets on the verge of being completely sold out.
2025 Headliners include:
Tiesto, FISHER, Zedd, RL Grime, Boiler Room, Gryffin, Cloonee, Subtronics, and many more. Full lineup at
The Future of Western Canada Lives Here
With Commonwealth’s relaunch, Badlands' explosive growth, and new Alberta-based projects on the horizon, Blueprint is investing in Calgary like never before. The company has a long history of giving the people what they want and with the incredible fans and strong community, this is the right time and place for Blueprint to support the growth of the culture.
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The new era of Commonwealth arrives later this summer. Don’t miss it.