Calgary has been selected as host city for next year’s Juno Awards.
The annual Canadian music awards show will be held April 3, 2016, at the Saddledome after a week of celebrations, the Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS) announced Friday.
Calgary last hosted the Junos in 2008, which was a first for the city.
"I'm thrilled Calgarians will once again be hosting the Juno Awards," said Calgary Mayor Naheed Nenshi in a release. "This is a tremendous opportunity for Calgary and our music and culture scene."
This year’s Juno awards festival is in Hamilton March 13-15.
We're happy to announce that Calgary, Alberta will be hosting The 2016 JUNO Awards! See you next year, Calgary! pic.twitter.com/SMC2295Zv9
— The JUNO Awards (@TheJUNOAwards) February 27, 2015
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