- GOLD MEDAL TRACK
Elite performance, recovery, and athletic science.
Train smarter, move better, and unlock the secrets of elite bodies. Expect hands-on demos, interactive experiments, and pro tips on recovery, nutrition, and performance science.
WHEN
Friday, April 10, 2026
TIME
6:00 PM - midnight
AGES
18+ only
Must have valid photo ID
COST
General Admission: $36.95
Spark Members: $15.00
Push your limits. Then let loose.
Sweatbands encouraged. Outrageous outfits celebrated. This is not your average museum night — it's hands-on sport science meets full-on party.
Dress in your retro sports best, grab a themed cocktail, and dive into everything from inflatable curling rinks to VR injury labs. Whether you're here for the science or the spectacle, you're going to work up a sweat.
What awaits you at Spark After Dark:
- Putt through LED Mini Golf under neon lights.
- Hit the Games Circuit — lawn games, inflatable curling (with the science behind it), and a hockey slapshot lane presented by Calgary FLARE & Calgary Inclusive Sports.
- Make your own medal — bronze, silver, or gold.
- Watch live Fencing Demos by Fencing Calgary at 8:30 PM & 10:00 PM.
- Test your aim and pulse at the Biathlon Station with Sport Calgary & Foothills Nordic.
- Try the Bike Fit & Grip Strength Challenge with Intrinsi Health — motion capture, pressure analysis, and pure competition.
- Throw axes like a pro with the add-on Thrown to the Extreme workshop.
- Feel the rush and learn the science behind adrenaline with Skydive Extreme Calgary.
- Step into VR biomechanics and injury-prevention labs with UCalgary Kinesiology.
- Push your limits in CSI Alberta's Sport Science Workshops: The Science of Movement, The Science of Sweat, and Extreme Athlete Academy.
- Test electrolytes at Steven's Lab and see how they fuel your body!
- Explore adaptive and inclusive sport with CADS and Calgary FLARE, and fuel up with nutrition tips from Taylor Nutrition.
- Watch and Q&A with ultra-running Vizsla Nova in SuperNova: The 100 Mile Dog.
- Panels and talks on mental performance, recovery, and sport science.
CHOOSE YOUR GAME PLAN FOR THE NIGHT
- ALL-STAR AFTER PARTY TRACK
Less training, more celebrating.
Less reps, more revelry. Think party energy, indulgent treats, neon chaos, and experiments that lean fun-first. Sweat optional, smiles mandatory.
FEATURED EXPERIENCES
- LOCATION
- FEATURE GALLERY NORTH / BRAINASIUM
GAMES CIRCUIT
Get your head in the game with lawn games, an inflatable curling rink (with the science behind the rock), a hockey slapshot lane, outdoor Mini Golf, and more ways to get moving!
- LOCATION
- STEVEN'S LAB
ELECTROLYTES IN ACTION
Sip, sweat, repeat. Test different drinks, see how electrolytes fuel your body, and find out which one keeps you bouncing like a pro.
6:00 PM - 11:00 PM
- LOCATION
- ATRIUM
LIVE FENCING DEMOS
Speed, precision, and Olympic-level athleticism — live in front of you. Watch the science of reaction time and biomechanics unfold in real time.
8:30 PM & 10:00 PM
- LOCATION
- INSPIRATION STAGE
SUPERNOVA: THE 100 MILE DOG
Epic tails (and tails on tails)! Watch Vizsla Nova and her ultra-running human tackle 8200 meters of mud, fog, and pure grit at the Orcas Island 100. Heart, sweat, and paw prints guaranteed. Q&A included!
- LOCATION
- BUILDING WIDE
SPORT FOR EVERYONE
Try adaptive skiing and snowboarding demos with CADS, explore 2SLGBTQIA+ inclusion in hockey with Calgary FLARE, fuel up with athlete nutrition tips from Taylor Nutrition, and test your power and symmetry with Intrinsi Health's bike fit and grip strength challenge.
- LOCATION
- SECOND FLOOR
VIRTUAL PERFORMANCE LAB & ADRENALINE SCIENCE
Step into VR biomechanics with UCalgary Kinesiology, then test your reaction times and explore the science of freefall with Skydive Extreme Calgary.
- LOCATION
- FEATURE GALLERY SOUTH
SPORT SCIENCE WORKSHOPS
Move, sweat, and push your limits. CSI Alberta's hands-on workshops cover biomechanics, hydration, and high-performance challenges all night long: The Science of Movement, The Science of Sweat, and Extreme Athlete Academy.
- LOCATION
- ATRIUM
DJ C-SIK
Neon-lit beats to get your blood pumping. R&B, House, Funk, Disco, Hip-Hop—expect nonstop dance-floor energy.
FEATURED TALKS AND SPEAKERS
- INFINITY DOME
Mental Skills for Peak Performance
Learn how focus, motivation, and resilience can take your game to the next level with sports psychologist Shelly Qualtieri.
- INFINITY DOME
Adaptive Sports Confidence & Skills
Discover how adaptive skiing programs build confidence, skill, and opportunity with Trinity Tratch from CADS (Calgary Adaptive Sports).
- INFINITY DOME
More Than a Game: Science Behind Inclusive Sport
Explore how inclusive sport environments boost mental health, belonging, and performance with Alana from Calgary FLARE.
- INSPIRATION STAGE
Health in Sports Panel
From injury prevention to recovery, fueling strategies, and sustainable training, hear from cardiologists, dietitians, and trainers about what keeps elite athletes, and weekend warriors, at their best.
Panelists:
Kim Noll, Registered Provisional Psychologist, Shelly Qualtieri & Associates
Dr. Robert Miller, Associate Professor, Department of Cardiac Sciences, UCalgary
Lalitha Taylor, Registered Dietitian & Founder, Taylor Nutrition
THE EXTREME WORKSHOP EXPERIENCE
- ADD-ON EXPERIENCE
- ADULT WORKSHOP
Thrown to the Extreme: Axe Throwing After Hours
Step into the bullseye zone! Learn the biomechanics of a perfect toss, get pro tips, and test your precision in a safe setting.
What’s Included:
- 30-minute instructional session with Live Edge Axe Throwing
- 1 hour of supervised axe throwing
- All equipment and safety gear provided
- One specialty drink ticket for the featured drink of the night
- Admission to Spark After Dark
Schedule:
- 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
- 8:30 PM – 10:00 PM
Tickets:
- Non-Members: $89.50 per person | Members: $80.55 per person
- Partner Package (2 tickets): Non-Members $175 | Members $160
Important note: Alcohol consumption by participants is permitted in moderation. Spark and Live Edge reserve the right to deny any participants who appear intoxicated or unable to safety perform the activity.
SIP & SAVOUR
- $18
- FEATURE DRINK
Full Send Espresso Martini
Rich, smooth espresso martini designed to keep your neurons firing long after last call. Bold coffee notes with a clean vodka kick.
Ingredients: Vodka | Kahlua | Cold Brew Concentrate | Simply Syrup
*Non-alcoholic version available!
- $18
- Eatery Specials
Cardio Chicken Crunch Sandwich
Buttermilk fried chicken | Pepper Jack Cheese | Hot Honey | Cranberry Mayo | Brioche Bun
Served with Fries or Salad
- $9.50
- Eatery Specials
Cheat Day Fries
Waffle Fries, Beef Chilli, Cheese Sauce, Jalapeno, Fried Shallots
FAQ
What’s the science behind your favourite sports?
Spark After Dark (18+) is taking it to the extreme! Explore the science behind speed, strength, and all things adrenaline, then test your limits with hands-on challenges, games, and neon-lit fun. Get ready to move, groove, and geek out.
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