Charge Up Your Festival Vibe

Hop on. Plug in. Ride electric between films.

The Calgary International Film Festival isn’t just about the stories on screen—it’s about how you move between them.

From indie gems at to red carpet premieres, Calgary’s electric mobility options make it easy, fun and low-impact to catch every screening.

E-scooters. E-bikes. Electric cars. The city’s charging ahead, and you’re in the front row.

Getting Around the Festival

Forget traffic jams and parking stress. Here’s how to ride electric all festival long:

E-Scooters & E-Bikes
Cruise past the cars and get straight to the venue. Calgary has a growing network of shared e-scooters and e-bikes, available through providers like Bird and Neuron. Find a ride using their apps, hop on, and go. It’s a smooth way to conquer those sneaky hills between venues.

• Pick up a scooter or bike at hubs near most major venues
• Ride in the bike lane or shared pathways
• Drop off responsibly when you're done (just not in front of a venue door)

Ride Safe

Let’s keep the good times rolling—safely. Whether you're hopping on a scooter or coasting on an e-bike, a little care goes a long way:

• Helmet up: It’s smart. 
• One rider per ride: No double-ups. Scooters and e-bikes are made for solo travel only.
• Stick to the rules: Ride on pathways, bike lanes or sidewalks. And always yield to people walking.
• Watch your speed: Calgary has speed limits for shared bikes and scooters —slow down in busy areas.
• Park politely: Don’t block sidewalks, doorways, ramps or other key access points.

Why Go Electric?

Electric travel hits different. Here’s why:

• Clean: Zero tailpipe emissions means less air pollution and a greener city.
• Quiet: Glide through the city without the engine noise.
• Smart: Lower fuel and maintenance costs keep your wallet happy.
• Fast: Avoid traffic jams and slide through shortcuts with shared micro-mobility.
• Fun: Let’s be honest—riding electric just feels good.

Together we can go electric.

This isn’t just a CIFF thing—it’s a Calgary thing. Year-round, more Calgarians are choosing electric ways to move. From charging networks to shared e-mobility options, Calgary is ready for your next ride.

Learn more and start exploring at
calgary.ca/electricmobility

We are excited to partner with Bird and Neuron to offer exclusive e-scooter discounts to CIFF attendees. 

Use Code: CIFF25 for 10% off (max 2 rides/day)
Download the app: https://birdcanada.ca/ride-now/

50% off any trips that both start or end at the designated parking stations at festival venues. Details coming soon. 

Unlimited movies, Industry Events, and more are included with a CIFF All-Access Pass. 

Check out all of our ticketing options here. 

Are you worried about making it from screening to screening? We've got you covered!

VENUE TO VENUE TRAVEL TIMES*

*Approximate travel times based on Google Maps. Click here to see a map of our venues. 

Contemporary Calgary (CC), Globe Cinema (GC), The Plaza Theatre (PL), The Grand (GR), Cineplex Chinook (CH)