Since 1933, The Banff Centre programs have inspired new performing arts and transformed performer careers. This legacy is renewed each year with world-class dance, film, music, literature, theatre, opera and visual arts during the annual Banff Summer Arts Festival. For a taste of it all, attend the 75th Anniversary Gala July 3-6 including the Inspiring Creativity retrospective book launch (July 5, 3-4:30 pm, free), BBQ (July 5; 5-7 pm), star-studded Gala Concert (July 5; 7:30 pm), and events ranging from classical concerts to Red Sky aboriginal music and dance. — Nora O’Malley