Live Music Fridays at Best of Kin Social!

Featuring: Jessie Dans

Jessie Dans is a Canadian singer-songwriter based in Calgary, Alberta. She began sharing her music publicly in January 2024 with the release of her debut single, “Weight I Bare,” introducing a raw and emotional sound rooted in vulnerability and personal experience.

What started as a personal outlet has grown into a powerful artistic voice. Jessie creates music to connect—with herself and others—through honest storytelling and expressive lyricism. She collaborates closely with Los Angeles-based producer Connie Ryan of Loft 4 Studios, and spends countless hours in the studio with Calgary producer Made On Mars, shaping the sound of her upcoming EP, “Tom Ford.” A full-length album is also in the works, scheduled for release in early 2026.

With over 5,000 monthly listeners on Spotify, Jessie is quickly gaining momentum in the Canadian music scene. Her music draws from moments of pain, reflection, and emotional complexity, often blurring the line between poetry and melody. Constantly exploring new genres and sonic textures, she continues to evolve as a dynamic voice in contemporary music.

7-9pm - No Cover!

Join us for Comedy Open Mic Night!

Pros and amateurs alike are welcome to share your talents + laughs.

No cover!

Signup: 6:30pm in the taproom
Show: 7:30pm

Host: Mollie Risa

No jerk policy in affect

Test your musical knowledge for a chance at some sweet BoK prizes!

Free to play.

7-9pm

Join us for a one of a kind event helping send our friends on the Canadian Bobsleigh Team to the 2026 Winter Olympics!

You don’t want to miss these incredible drag performances supporting a good cause. And YES, there will be spandex!

Starring: Farrah Nuff, Nada Nuff, and Misty Meadows!

This event is 18+

Location: Best of Kin Social, 1059 14th St SW
Date: Thursday, October 9, 2025

Time: Doors: 6pm, Show: 7pm

Test your musical knowledge with a little bit of luck at Best of Kin’s Music Bingo for a chance at some sweet BoK prizes!

Free to play.

7-9pm

Join us for an all day Oktoberfest party celebrating Oktoberfest-inspired local food and beer at Best of Kin!

Your ticket includes:

• a 20oz Best of Kin stein that is yours to take home!

• a 20oz fill of your choice of Dad Beer or Fire Bloom

There will also be food features including pretzels + beer cheese, and bratwurst!

This listing is for 1 ticket.

Date: Saturday, October 4, 2025
Time: All day! 11am-11pm
Location: Best of Kin Social, 1059 14th St SW, Calgary

Live Music Fridays at Best of Kin Social!

Featuring: Sean Pinchin

Juno Nominated and Internationally Recognized Singer/ Songwriter/ Slide Guitarist Sean Pinchin has been a steady presence on the Festival circuit for nearly 2 decades.. Since his first festival performance in 2005 opening for Sawyer Brown as Guitarist / 2nd Vocalist in a Gretchen Wilson Tribute band, Sean began a regular pre - pandemic life on the road performing roughly 200 shows a year all through North America. Recording original music and creating beautifully constructed interpretations of classic Blues and Roots music since 2007, he received a (2014) Maple Blues Nomination for Best New Artist. In 2016 his release “Monkey Brain” received the Juno Nomination for Best Blues Album of the Year and he was recognized by the Toronto Blues Society as Semi Finalist for the Road to Memphis Challenge (2019). In (2020) Sean recorded guitar for the “Lily Pad Bop” by Splash’N Boots featuring Jill Barber which won the Juno Award for Best Children’s Album.

During his almost 20 year career Sean has opened for Tinsley Ellis, Jeff Lang, Mel Brown, Steve Strongman, Monkey Junk, Phillip Sayce, and Kim Churchill. And as a member of the Dione Taylor Band since (2014) Sean has shared the stage with such Internationally recognized acts as War and Treaty, Colin James, Birds of Chicago, Serena Ryder, MCrary Sisters, Harry Manx, Blind Boy Paxton, Harrison Kennedy, Carl, Samantha Martin and Delta Sugar and Guy Davis.

7-9pm - No Cover!

Test your musical knowledge for a chance at some sweet BoK prizes!

Free to play.

7-9pm

Welcome to Best of Kin Bikes!

Make some new friends, enjoy an evening bike ride guided by BOK regulars Steph and Corey, and Richard from Bike n Brew!

Enjoy 10% off at Best of Kin pre/post ride!

6pm: Meet at Best of Kin
6:30: Ride

Please note that the above waiver needs to be filled out BEFORE the ride - and you just need to do it once, we will keep it on file!

Bike safety – we have a couple bike racks out front (we’re working on some more!), but we will also open up the bay door for safe bike storage post ride.

Test your general knowledge with Best of Kin’s Pub Trivia at a chance for some sweet BoK prizes!

Free to play.

7-9pm

Live Music Fridays at Best of Kin Social!

Featuring: Eve Lacey

7-9pm - No Cover!

Test your musical knowledge for a chance at some sweet BoK prizes!

Free to play.

7-9pm

Join us for the kick off show of Elle McAndrews' "La bElle Epoch" Tour. This is Elle's first tour ever! Send her off with all the good vibes

Sun, Sep 14, 2025 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM MDT. Doors at 5:15pm

We’re closed for a private event starting at 4pm.

Last call will be at 3pm.

Thanks for understanding!

Join us for Comedy Open Mic Night!

Pros and amateurs alike are welcome to share your talents + laughs.

No cover!

Signup: 6:30pm in the taproom
Show: 7:30pm

Host: Mollie Risa

No jerk policy in affect

Welcome to Best of Kin Bikes!

Make some new friends, enjoy an evening bike ride guided by BOK regulars Steph and Corey, and Richard from Bike n Brew!

Enjoy 10% off at Best of Kin pre/post ride!

6pm: Meet at Best of Kin
6:30: Ride

Please note that the above waiver needs to be filled out BEFORE the ride - and you just need to do it once, we will keep it on file!

Bike safety – we have a couple bike racks out front (we’re working on some more!), but we will also open up the bay door for safe bike storage post ride.

Live Music Fridays at Best of Kin Social!

Featuring: Paulina Morgan

7-9pm - No Cover!

Paulina Morgan, with guitar in hand, has spent over a decade weaving the complexities of life, love, and emotion into her songs. Based in Alberta, her latest singles Pilot Light (2025) and We Can Talk for Hours (2024), following her debut EP Soliloquy (2021), reflect her journey as a storyteller and artist. Inspired by the quiet moments in nature and the energy of her travels, Paulina’s music resonates with listeners seeking authenticity and connection. Discover her heartfelt melodies on Spotify and join her musical journey on Instagram @thisispmmusic. EPL Featured Creator 2025.

Tailgator | Crooked Line Tour | Calgary

Tailgator is an alternative folk duo created by Linden Gigliotti and Logan Plessis based out of Fernie BC. They bring familiar sounds of traditional folk and blend it with new indie flavours and a dark ambience, and are able to create an intimate setting at any size venue. Tailgator will be touring throughout Western Canada in Summer 2025 to celebrate their latest EP release.

Welcome to Best of Kin Bikes!

Make some new friends, enjoy an evening bike ride guided by BOK regulars Steph and Corey, and Richard from Bike n Brew!

Enjoy 10% off at Best of Kin pre/post ride!

6pm: Meet at Best of Kin
6:30: Ride

Please note that the above waiver needs to be filled out BEFORE the ride - and you just need to do it once, we will keep it on file!

Bike safety – we have a couple bike racks out front (we’re working on some more!), but we will also open up the bay door for safe bike storage post ride.

Live Music Fridays at Best of Kin Social!

Featuring: Bridgette Yarwood

7-9pm - No Cover!

Join us for an evening of celebrating local food and beer at Best of Kin featuring our friends from Last Best Brewing!

Your ticket includes:

• 4 dinner courses

• 2 x BoK beers + 2 Last Best Beers

• Interactive chats about food and drink with members of the teams at Last Best and Best of Kin

• A night you won't forget!

This listing is for 1 ticket.

Your $20 purchase goes towards your experience the night of. $60 + tax + grat will be due the evening of the event, after dinner.

Date: Thursday, August 21, 2025
Time: Doors - 6pm, dinner - 7pm
Location: Best of Kin Social, 1059 14th St SW, Calgary

Welcome to Best of Kin Bikes!

Make some new friends, enjoy an evening bike ride guided by BOK regulars Steph and Corey, and enjoy 10% off at Best of Kin pre/post ride!

6pm: Meet at Best of Kin

Please note that the above waiver needs to be filled out BEFORE the ride - and you just need to do it once, we will keep it on file!

Bike safety – we have a couple bike racks out front (we’re working on some more!), but we will also open up the bay door for safe bike storage post ride.

Join us for a one of a kind event celebrating Calgary Pride, and the release of our latest beer, Nuff Said, brewed in collaboration with our friends - The Nuff Family! Tickets will be in support of Skipping Stone.

About Nuff Said:
Cheers to the bold, the brave, the beautifully tough. To Trans joy, POC Pride – from the Family of Nuff. To chosen fam who love loud, proud, and free. A toast to all of us – Nuff Said, in UNITY. Blueberry, Earl Grey and Local Honey Belgian Wit. Packed with flavour, attitude and a little bit of glitter!

Starring: The Nuff Family!

Location: Best of Kin Social, 1059 14th St SW
Date: Thursday, August 14, 2025

Time: Doors: 6pm, Show: 7pm

This listing is for one ticket. Buy yours in singles or in multiples for your group while quantities last! Ticket sales are final. You will be emailed a digital ticket upon purchasing. No need to bring it though, we will have your name at the door!

Please note that the ticket covers entry to the show - all food and beverage items are extra.

Live Music Fridays at Best of Kin Social!

Featuring: Tory Rosso

7-9pm - No Cover!

We’re closed ALL DAY on Sunday, August 3 for a private event. If you’re in the neighbourhood, be sure to visit our friends at Unfiltered Wine Bar, Tailgunner, Two House, or Alberta Beer Exchange!

Thanks for understanding!

August 2nd: Black Smurf Live in Calgary, AB, Canada

ALL AGES!

Doors at 7pm

Meet N Greet after performance.

For performance, vendor, and other info; Text 817-630-1279

Welcome to Best of Kin Bikes!

Make some new friends, enjoy an evening bike ride guided by BOK regulars Steph and Corey, and Richard from Bike n Brew!

Enjoy 10% off at Best of Kin pre/post ride!

6pm: Meet at Best of Kin
6:30: Ride

Please note that the above waiver needs to be filled out BEFORE the ride - and you just need to do it once, we will keep it on file!

Bike safety – we have a couple bike racks out front (we’re working on some more!), but we will also open up the bay door for safe bike storage post ride.

🌿 TapTalks Calgary: Could Psychedelics Transform Psychiatric Care?

🧠 With Dr. Leah Mayo | Wednesday, July 30, 2025 | Best of Kin Social

Curious about the future of mental health treatment? Join leading neuroscientist and psychedelic researcher Dr. Leah Mayo for an eye-opening TapTalk exploring how psychedelic-assisted therapy could revolutionize psychiatric care. Held at Best of Kin Social in Calgary, this one-hour, in-person talk is ideal for anyone passionate about neuroscience, psychology, or the evolving world of medical psychedelics.

From MDMA-assisted therapy for PTSD to psilocybin’s impact on treatment-resistant depression, Dr. Mayo will unpack the clinical science, neuroimaging breakthroughs, and the real-world challenges of bringing psychedelics into mainstream mental health care.

Whether you're a clinician, student, researcher, or just deeply curious about the intersection of science and healing, this evening offers the chance to learn from one of Canada’s most respected voices in psychedelic medicine.

🔍 What You’ll Learn:

• How MDMA and psilocybin are being used in clinical trials for PTSD, anxiety, and depression

• What brain scans tell us about psychedelics and emotional healing

• Why some patients respond when traditional medications fail

• The ethical questions and safety concerns researchers face

• What it will take to integrate psychedelics into standard psychiatric treatment

🧬 About the Speaker:

Dr. Leah Mayo

• Parker Psychedelic Research Chair, Hotchkiss Brain Institute

• Professor, University of Calgary

• Global leader in stress neuroscience & psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy

• Specializes in translational research on MDMA & psilocybin in mental health care

🍻 Event Schedule:

📍 Venue: Best of Kin Social, Calgary AB
🗓️ Date: Wednesday, July 30, 2025
🕖 Time: 8:00–9:00 PM MDT (doors at 7:30)

• 7:30 PM – Doors open (grab a drink, meet fellow curious minds)

• 8:00 PM – Main Talk by Dr. Mayo

• 8:45 PM – Interactive Q&A

• 9:00 PM – Post-talk mingling & casual discussion

🎟️ Why You Should Attend:

• Get first-hand insights from a top expert in psychedelic therapy

• Explore the future of psychiatry in an informal, welcoming space

• Enjoy a thoughtful conversation over a pint or two

Live Music Fridays at Best of Kin Social!

Featuring: Nik Poli

Nik Poli is a rising force in country music, bringing a fresh yet timeless sound straight from Calgary, Alberta. Rooted in the heart of the Rockies, his music blends classic storytelling with a modern edge, delivering raw emotion and authenticity in every note. With a soulful voice and evocative lyrics, Nik paints vivid portraits of love, life, and the rugged beauty of his homeland.

Drawing inspiration from legends like Chris Stapleton and Sturgill Simpson, he has quickly gained attention for his heartfelt performances and undeniable talent. As his momentum builds, Nik Poli is carving out a space as a distinctive voice in country music, ready to share his powerful melodies and genuine artistry with audiences across North America.

7-9pm - No Cover!

Join us for an evening of celebrating local food, wine, and beer at Best of Kin featuring our friends and new neighbours at Unfiltered Wine Bar, in support of The Alex Community Food Centre!

Your ticket includes:

• 4 dinner courses

• 2 x BoK beers, 2 x Unfiltered wine pours, 1 x welcome cocktail

• Interactive chats about food and drink with members of the teams at Unfiltered and Best of Kin

• a $10 donation to The Alex

• A night you won't forget!

This listing is for 1 ticket.

Your $20 purchase goes towards your experience the night of. $65 + tax + grat will be due the evening of the event, after dinner.

Date: Thursday, July 24, 2025
Time: Doors and welcome cocktail - 6pm, dinner - 7pm
Location: Best of Kin Social, 1059 14th St SW, Calgary