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The Tragically Hip rock Calgary in emotional performances

Under the hot lights of the Calgary Saddledome, fans got a chance to let The Tragically Hip know just how much the iconic band has shaped their lives.

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'Thank you Calgary and see you again on Wednesday!' tweeted the band after Monday's show. (@thehipdotcom/Twitter)

Under the hot lights of the Calgary Saddledome, fans got a chance to let The Tragically Hip know just how much the iconic band has shaped their lives.

(Submitted by Doug Springer)

The two sold-out shows held this week saw longtime fans from both near and far attend, and they weren't disappointed.

Many people took to social media to share images and sentiments about the performances.

The Hip has been utilizing its massive list of songs written over the last three decades while on tour, includingtwo different setlists in Calgary.

Lead singer Gord Downierecently announced hehas terminal braincancer.

The band thanked Calgary as they headed on to the next stop of the tour that ends in Kingston on Aug. 20.

The show will be airedlive on CBC.

(Submitted by Melissa King)