National Music Centre Announces Forever Young: Seniors' Wednesdays at Studio Bell
Free seniors’ days will run every Wednesday, from May 6 to November 4, 2026
(Calgary, AB — May 1, 2026) The National Music Centre (NMC) will be launching Forever Young: Seniors’ Wednesdays, from May 6 to November 4, 2026. Every Wednesday, seniors will receive free admission to Studio Bell, allowing them to explore Canada’s musical heritage and reconnect with the stories – and soundtrack – of their generation.
With five floors of exhibitions and striking architecture to explore, Studio Bell offers a bevy of experiences for seniors. NMC’s entire fifth floor celebrates Canadian Music Hall of Famers past and present, from an expansive exhibition dedicated to legendary Canadian jazz pianist and inaugural Hall of Fame member Oscar Peterson to the newest NMC feature exhibit honouring 2026 inductee Nelly Furtado. Many of Canada’s biggest names are woven throughout the building with rare memorabilia and hands-on experiences that invite visitors to make music or play alongside a Hall of Famer.
“Music has a powerful ability to bring people together and strengthen our sense of belonging,” said Andrew Mosker, President and CEO of the National Music Centre. “Many seniors experience isolation, and creating welcoming spaces where they can gather is incredibly important. Through these free days, we hope to help seniors stay more connected to music, to community, and to each other.”
Forever Young: Seniors’ Wednesdays is part of NMC’s broader commitment to using music as a tool for wellbeing. In addition to free admission, seniors will have access to free monthly drop-in programs on May 13, June 3, July 15, August 12, September 9, and October 7. These sessions will feature a variety of engaging experiences, including jam-along workshops, Kimball Theatre organ demonstrations, drum circles, instrument petting zoo activities, sound sandwich crafts, and live performances.
Visit studiobell.ca/whats-on to explore the full lineup and plan your visit.
Funded in part by the Government of Canada’s New Horizons for Seniors Program.
About National Music Centre | Centre National de Musique
National Music Centre (NMC) is a registered charity dedicated to amplifying the love, sharing, and understanding of music. More than a museum, NMC focuses on five key areas: Exhibitions and Collections, Artist and Professional Development, Performance and Recording, Education and Learning, and Music and Wellness. From its headquarters at Studio Bell in the heart of Calgary’s East Village neighbourhood and satellite location in Montreal, NMC celebrates Canada’s rich musical legacy, honouring legendary artists, nurturing new voices, and bringing people together through music. NMC also houses a vast collection of rare instruments, artifacts and memorabilia, world-class recording studios, and four national music halls of fame, including the Canadian Music Hall of Fame, the Canadian Country Music Hall of Fame, the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame, and Quebec’s Adisq Hall of Fame. National Music Centre marks its 10th anniversary as Canada’s home for music in 2026, with a year-long lineup of exhibits, events, and programs planned. Visit studiobell.ca/10 to explore the full program guide of anniversary activities happening now through summer 2027. To check out the NMC experience online, visit amplify.nmc.ca.
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