Midnapore is a south Calgary community established in 1977 on the site of a former hamlet, named for Midnapore, Greater Manchester. It sits beside Fish Creek Provincial Park, near the Fish Creek-Lacombe CTrain station.
All Calgary community guides
Guide To Midnapore
Parks And River
Fish Creek Provincial Park borders the community, offering one of North America’s largest urban parks with trails, picnic areas and wildlife. The Bow Valley Ranche restaurant sits within the park.
Main Street
Midnapore is residential, with daily shopping nearby in Sundance and Millrise. Southcentre Mall is a short drive north for bigger shopping trips.
Community Resources
Use the City of Calgary’s community profile for official demographic information on Midnapore.
Explore The Area
The Fish Creek-Lacombe CTrain station sits just west of the community. Heritage Park Historical Village is a short drive north along Heritage Drive.
Public Transit
Public Transit (Calgary Transit) does serve the area, as well as cabs/taxis and Uber.
Is there a c-train station?: Yes, Fish Creek-Lacombe station (Red Line, adjacent)
Main bus route: Check Calgary Transit for current routes serving the area
Outreach/Support
There are some resources in Midnapore but make sure you’ve reached out to the Calgary Food Bank first, as well as 211.
Things To Do
Mid-Sun Kick Start to Summer
The annual June festival hosted by the Mid-Sun Community Association.
Mid-Sun Merry Market
A holiday market held each November.
Midnapore news and updates
City of Calgary newsroom: Midnapore
Source: City of Calgary Newsroom
History Of Midnapore
Midnapore began as a hamlet east of Calgary, annexed to the city in 1961. It was named for Midnapore, Greater Manchester, and the community was established in 1977.
Midnapore Hall, opened in 1928, served the area for nearly a century before its demolition in January 2026. Today the community borders Fish Creek Provincial Park, one of North America's largest urban parks.
WikipediaLocal Organizations
Midnapore BIA
No Business Improvement Area or business association was found for Midnapore.
Mid-sun Community Association
The Mid-Sun Community Association serves Midnapore and Sundance. Visit their site for programs, events and membership information.
Ward 14 Councillor
Landon Johnston
Ward 14 Councillor
Elected October 20, 2025
Landon Johnston represents Ward 14 on Calgary City Council, elected October 20, 2025.