Western Canadian Croatian Folklore Festival.
Everyday from May 17, 2024 - May 19, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
. The 46th Annual Western Canadian Croatian Folklore Festival is long standing cultural event and is dedicated to promoting and preserving Croatian folklore and cultural awareness. It brings together Croatian cultural groups at various venues around the city in a celebration of traditional song, dance and music.
| Location: | Various Locations |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Festivals & Fairs, Free Events, Fun for Kids |
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| Link: | http://taylorcentre.ca |
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NMC Jam Club.
Every Thursday, Feb 24, 2024 - Jun 1, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
The National Music Centre (NMC) is calling all teens to Studio Bell. In partnership with CJAY 92, NMC is supporting the next generation of rock stars with a free after-school drop-in program for teens, as Jesse & JD present the NMC Jam Club.
Storybook Theatre Presents: The Music Man.
Everyday from May 11, 2024 - Jun 1, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
The Music Man follows fast-talking traveling salesman, Harold Hill, as he cons the people of River City, Iowa, into buying instruments and uniforms for a boys' band that he vows to organize – this, despite the fact that he doesn't know a trombone from a treble clef. His plans to skip town with the cash are foiled when he falls for Marian, the librarian, who transforms him into a respectable citizen by curtain's fall.
| Location: | Beddington Theatre Arts Centre |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Music, Theatre & Performances, Parent's Night Out |
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| Link: | http://storybooktheatre.org |
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Storybook Theatre Presents: The Music Man.
Everyday from May 11, 2024 - Jun 1, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
The Music Man follows fast-talking traveling salesman, Harold Hill, as he cons the people of River City, Iowa, into buying instruments and uniforms for a boys' band that he vows to organize – this, despite the fact that he doesn't know a trombone from a treble clef. His plans to skip town with the cash are foiled when he falls for Marian, the librarian, who transforms him into a respectable citizen by curtain's fall.
| Location: | Beddington Theatre Arts Centre |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances |
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| Link: | http://storybooktheatre.org |
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The Shakespeare Company Presents: Midsummer Night’s Dream.
Everyday from May 17, 2024 - Jun 1, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Directed by Ron Jenkins, this whimsical and enchanting comedy takes you on a wild journey through a magical forest. Filled with mischievous fairies, bumbling actors, and star-crossed lovers, this piece weaves together love, mistaken identities, and hilarious misunderstandings.
Cannonball! A Festival of Youth Theatre.
Everyday from May 17, 2024 - Jun 1, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Calgary Young People’s Theatre has seven youth-led shows in the Cannonball! Festival, as well as two staged readings at at West Village Theatre. You heard that right – every show is directed, written, designed, stage managed, produced, and performed by youth age ten to 19.
| Location: | West Village Theatre |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Festivals & Fairs, Music, Theatre & Performances, Youth Activities |
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| Link: | http://cypt.ca |
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Calaway Park Opening Weekend.
Everyday from May 18, 2024 - May 20, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Western Canada’s largest outdoor family amusement park, Calaway Park, will open for 2024 season on Victoria Day Long Weekend. Thirty-two family-friendly rides! High-energy entertainment! Tempting treats! Calaway Park has something for everyone.
Skyline’s Downhill Karting Opening Weekend.
Everyday from May 18, 2024 - May 20, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Downhill Karting by Skyline Luge Calgary is a fun, fast-paced family activity that people of all ages and abilities can enjoy at WinSport. Skyline’s Downhill Karting experience is a unique wheeled gravity ride that provides riders full control over their descent on a purpose-built track.
Theatre Calgary Presents: Beaches: The Musical.
Everyday from May 18, 2024 - Jun 16, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
A new musical based on the best-selling novel, which was made into the blockbuster film, Beaches follows two extraordinary friends through 30 years of camaraderie, laughter, sorrow and love. Vivacious, outlandish Cee Cee and beautiful, privileged Bertie meet as children and become fast friends. From pen-pals to roommates to romantic rivals, Cee Cee and Bertie’s oil-and-water friendship perseveres through even the most tragic trials. With a touching vulnerability, Beaches exemplifies the triumph of the human spirit and the bonds of sisterhood.
| Location: | Max Bell Theatre |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Music, Theatre & Performances, Parent's Night Out |
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| Link: | http://theatrecalgary.com |
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Inglewood Night Market 2024.
Every Friday, May 10, 2024 - Sep 13, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
The Inglewood Night Market is a modern market with locally sourced and handmade vendors selling diverse goods; from handmade crafts to vintage clothing, antiques and collectibles, artisan eats and more.
Vertigo Theatre Presents: Ms. Holmes & Ms. Watson.
Everyday from May 11, 2024 - Jun 9, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Baker Street, London, Spring of… 2021? Ms. Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Joan Watson join forces to catch a murderer that is on the loose, though there seems to be a bigger game afoot. A traditional adventure told in a post-pandemic world - with a nail-biting mystery that only Sherlock Holmes can solve.
Stage West Dinner Theatre Presents: Beautiful: The Carole King Musical.
Everyday from Apr 19, 2024 - Jun 23, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
From the chart-topping hits she wrote for the biggest acts in music to her own life-changing, trailblazing success with Tapestry, Beautiful: The Carole King Musical takes you back to where it all began — and takes you on the ride of a lifetime.
| Location: | Stage West Dinner Theatre |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Music, Theatre & Performances, Parent's Night Out |
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| Link: | http://stagewestcalgary.com |
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Jubilations Junior Dinner Theatre Presents: Teenage Mutant Kung Fu Turtles. .
Every Saturday, Apr 13, 2024 - Jun 1, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles have lost their groove; crime is all around them, but they are uninspired to stop it. Who should they stumble upon but a Panda with a particular tool they could add to their black belts. Will the turtles be inspired by kung fu? Or will it be too hard to get them out of their pizza boxes? Who will save the day?
| Location: | Jubilations Dinner Theatre |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances |
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| Link: | http://jubilations.ca |
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Rosebud Theatre Presents: Chariots of Fire.
Everyday from Apr 5, 2024 - May 25, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
One hundred years after the epic race at the 1924 Paris Olympics, relive the story of Harold Abrahams, the son of a Lithuanian immigrant Jew, running to overcome prejudice against his people and Eric Liddell, the son of Scottish missionaries, running for the glory of God! Based on the 1981 Academy Award-winning film.
| Location: | Rosebud Theatre |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances, Parent's Night Out |
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| Link: | http://rosebudtheatre.com |
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Jubilations Junior Dinner Theatre Presents: Journey to the 80s.
Every Saturday, Mar 30, 2024 - Jun 1, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
The Billboard charts of the 1980s featured the biggest variety of music styles and genres since the birth of rock and roll. There were the ladies of the pop charts like Madonna and Tina Turner with their big hair sprayed bangs… to the hard rock guy bands like Def Leppard and Bon Jovi with their… ahh… also big hair sprayed bangs. See them all in this awesome throwback of a performance.
| Location: | Jubilations Dinner Theatre |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances, Parent's Night Out |
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| Link: | http://jubilations.ca |
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Workshop Theatre presents Ken Ludwig’s .
Everyday from May 10, 2024 - May 18, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
George and Charlotte Hay are a husband-and-wife team of actors struggle to perform Cyrano de Bergerac and Private Lives in repertory while dealing with family crises and the possibility of a Hollywood director’s visit. Everything that can go wrong does go wrong in this side-splitting farce written by Ken Ludwig presented at Pumphouse Theatre. Ages 14+.
| Location: | Pumphouse Theatre |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Music, Theatre & Performances, Parent's Night Out, Youth Activities |
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| Link: | http://at workshoptheatre.ca |
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Violins of Hope exhibition at Studio Bell.
Everyday from May 3, 2024 - Jun 16, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Violins of Hope is a poignant collection of string instruments dating from before and during the Holocaust. These meticulously restored instruments once belonged to Jewish victims of the Holocaust. Today these instruments stand as enduring symbols, serving to educate and memorialize those affected by one of history’s darkest chapters through concerts, exhibitions, and other commemorative projects. darkest moments.
| Location: | Studio Bell Music Centre |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances, Parent's Night Out |
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| Link: | http://www.studiobell.ca |
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Calgary Reads Big Book Sale.
Everyday from May 10, 2024 - May 20, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
At the 20th Calgary Reads Big Book Sale, discover more than 175,000 gently used books of every genre imaginable – and help more children experience the life-changing joy of reading at Calgary Curling Club.
| Location: | Calgary Curling Club |
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| Category: | Community Sales & Markets, Family Fun, Fun for Kids |
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| Link: | http://bigbooksale.ca |
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Stage West Kids Presents: Snow White.
Everyday from May 4, 2024 - Jun 8, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
A traveling troupe of performers ventured out to perform all over the world. They had planned for every story they knew… or at least they thought so. When Lasso chooses Snow White as the story she would like to perform, it becomes very clear, very quickly that no one else knows the tale. A whirlwind adventure begins with a princess, an evil queen, a poisoned apple, a magic mirror, seven small helpers and a prince ready to break a sleeping spell. How hard could it be for four performers to take on a story they’ve never heard of?
Stage West for Kids Presents: Snow White.
Everyday from May 4, 2024 - Jun 8, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
A traveling troupe of performers ventured out to perform all over the world. They had planned for every story they knew… or at least they thought so. When Lasso chooses Snow White as the story she would like to perform, it becomes very clear, very quickly that no one else knows the tale. A whirlwind adventure begins with a princess, an evil queen, a poisoned apple, a magic mirror, seven small helpers and a prince ready to break a sleeping spell. How hard could it be for four performers to take on a story they’ve never heard of?
Spring Fair at Granary Road.
Everyday from May 18, 2024 - May 19, 2024 at 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Celebrate the joys of Spring with Granary Road, we have brand new baby animals, kite flying, face-painting, workshops, games and activities for the whole family to enjoy! Free parking. Book tickets online for an exclusive web discount. Admission free with an annual pass.
Huntington Pioneers Association Art Exhibit & Sale.
> Saturday May 18, 2024 at 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
HPA invites you to join for their Annual Art Exhibit and Sale with amazing art made by local seniors at Huntington Community Association.
| Location: | Huntington Community Association |
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| Category: | Community Sales & Markets, Family Fun |
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| Link: | http://hpa50.ca |
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Heritage Park Opens for the Season.
> Saturday May 18, 2024 at 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Delve into “That Special Place We Call Heritage Park: 60 Years in the Community,” a new temporary exhibit and nostalgic tribute spanning the 60 years of the Park’s existence.
US Kids Thrift Clothing & Shoes.
> Saturday May 18, 2024 at 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Thousands of items to browse through from newborn to 17 year old. Average cost of all items is $2. Free drinks and treats for everybody.
Cobb’s Adventure Park Opens for the Season.
> Saturday May 18, 2024 at 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
This family-friendly park is home to wallabies, goats and lizards, plus tractor rides, a playground and much more.
Toddler Time.
Everyday from May 3, 2024 - May 31, 2024 at 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Every Friday, join us for exciting story times, age-appropriate crafts, coloring and more for youngsters up to age five! Tickets include the program and admission to the Fort Calgary Cultural Centre so you can make the most of your day out.
This program fills up fast - register now to secure your spot!
Cineplex Family Favourites: Migration.
> Saturday May 18, 2024 at 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Visit participating Cineplex theatres near you and watch a favorite family film each week for only $3.99.
NMC Presents: Rock the Nation — International Hits and Canadian Classics.
Every Sunday, Saturday, May 11, 2024 - Aug 25, 2024 at 12:00 pm - 12:00 am
Rock the Nation is a live tribute show of Canada’s best-known hits from the past 60 years. Produced by Annerin Productions, hear the soundtrack to generations every Saturday and Sunday at Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre, from May 11 to August 25.
BUMP CONNAUGHT Mural Tour.
> Saturday May 18, 2024 at 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Explore Calgary’s open air street art gallery with an official guided mural tour led by the BUMP Festival!
| Location: | Connaught |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Open House & Tours, Youth Activities |
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| Link: | http://yycbump.ca. |
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The Inglewood Pollinator Park Market.
Everyday from May 14, 2024 - Oct 29, 2024 at 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Every Tuesday from 4-8pm!!!
Come on out and enjoy the beautiful night with friends and family to fuel your market needs.
May 14th - October 29th
AGLC Approved.
| Location: | 9 Street and 9 Avenue SE |
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| Category: | Community Sales & Markets, Family Fun, Festivals & Fairs, Free Events |
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| Link: | http://thedowntownmarkets.ca |
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Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra Presents: Star Wars: A New Hope in Concert..
Everyday from May 17, 2024 - May 18, 2024 at 7:30 pm - 12:00 am
Experience the film that started it all like you never have before. With an abiding affinity for cinematic repertoire, guest conductor Anthony Parnther brings a fan’s enthusiasm to the unmistakable orchestral score to Star Wars: A New Hope, as the original 1977 film plays on the big screen with John Williams’ unforgettable score performed live by the Calgary Phil.
| Location: | Jack Singer Concert Hall |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances, Parent's Night Out |
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| Link: | http://calgaryphil.com |
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When Doves Cry Prince Tribute.
> Saturday May 18, 2024 at 8:00 pm - 12:00 am
An exciting and dynamic live concert experience, “When Doves Cry – The Prince Tribute Show” is a multi-talented eight-piece Tribute Show to the music of Prince at Jack Singer Concert Hall.
| Location: | Jack Singer Concert Hall |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Music, Theatre & Performances, Parent's Night Out |
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| Link: | http://artscommons.ca |
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