Calgary Pro Musica and Green Fools Theatre present 'more rocky mountain fairy tales'.
Everyday from Jan 1, 1970 - Apr 28, 2024 at 12:00 am - 4:30 pm
Come and enjoy an afternoon listening to stories and some of Canada’s finest musicians. Storyteller/Musician Samantha Whelan Kotkas and her friends will entertain you and your children with musical interactive tales of child-accessible hikes in the Rocky Mountains. Teach your child about courage, unity, joyfulness, and caring in an afternoon of fun and adventure. An event for the whole family that you will want to be a part of.
Recommended for children aged 5 to 12, but created with the entire family in mind.
Come one hour before the show & enjoy family friendly activities. Stay after to meet the performers.
Created and Narrated by Samantha Whelan Kotkas
Music by Tyler Hornby
Puppets by Green Fools Theatre
Video by Joel Goundry
Tyler Hornby - Drums, Chris Andrew - Piano, Pat Belliveau - Saxophones, Aaron Shore - Guitar, Stephen Shepard - Bass
| Cost: | $15.00 |
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| Location: | The University of Calgary Rozsa Centre: Eckhardt-Gramatté Hall |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances |
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| Link: | https://calgarypromusica.ca/family/ |
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Da Vinci The Exhibition at TELUS Spark.
Everyday from Jan 22, 2024 - May 5, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Da Vinci The Exhibition is a hands-on exploration of Leonardo da Vinci's life, research, and art, developed by Aurea Exhibitions and produced by Imagine Exhibitions, Inc. Guests can go beyond the canvas, exploring over 65 life-size inventions, more than 20 fine art studies, and captivating displays.
Rock the Nation at Studio Bell.
Everyday from Jan 27, 2024 - Apr 28, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
A rousing theatrical production celebrating and honoring Canada’s remarkable musical legacy. Experience it all live on stage, and journey through the decades.
| Location: | Studio Bell Music Centre |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances |
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| Link: | http://studiobell.ca |
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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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BUMP Mural Tours.
Everyday from Apr 1, 2024 - Apr 30, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Looking to rediscover the city? Explore Calgary’s open air street art gallery with an official guided mural tour led by the BUMP Festival. Learn insights from the artists and stories behind their works!
| Cost: | $20.00 |
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| Location: | Start at High Park Parkade Level 6 |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Festivals & Fairs, Fun for Kids, Open House & Tours |
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| Link: | http://yycbump.ca/mural-tours/ |
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Theatre Calgary Presents: Selma Burke.
Everyday from Apr 2, 2024 - Apr 27, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Few know of Selma Burke, the Black American sculptor who played a major role in the Harlem Renaissance movement of the 1920s and 30s. A stirring play about the importance of art, courage, romance, and justice, Burke’s rarely-told story is brought to life in this world premiere by Calgary playwrights Maria Crooks and Caroline Russell-King.
| Location: | Martha Cohen Theatre |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Music, Theatre & Performances, Playtime & Story Time |
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| Link: | http://theatrecalgary.com |
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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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Tour Fort Calgary: the Land, the People and Their Stories.
Every Saturday, Apr 6, 2024 - Apr 27, 2024 at 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Saturday's in April, delve into the complex and rich histories rooted in the lands at Fort Calgary. Through stories, photographs and a tour through the permanent exhibition space, uncover the layered past of the confluence on this indoor tour, which includes a presentation in our beautiful Burnswest Theatre and a guided walk through the Interpretive Centre.
Bloom & Brunch Festival in Banff.
Every Sunday, Saturday, Apr 6, 2024 - May 12, 2024 at 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Banff Gondola and Northern Lights Alpine Kitchen are hosting the Bloom & Brunch Festival, a delectable event. Enjoy a buffet brunch, mimosa bar, live entertainment, floral photo opportunities and more. It’s a festive way to enjoy the season and your favorite weekend meal.
The Voice of the Prairie by John Olive.
Everyday from Apr 13, 2024 - Apr 27, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Rosebud School of the Arts’ Artists-in-Training Present… The Voice of the Prairie by John Olive. After being discovered by a traveling radio jock, Davey Quinn conjures memories of his long-ago love, Frankie the Blind Girl, and their misadventures as young fugitives. A company of storytellers bring to life more than 20 characters in a nostalgic journey of young love on the run.
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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Loose Moose Theatre Presents: Young King Arthur.
Everyday from Apr 13, 2024 - May 5, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
The Loose Moose Theatre For Kids is a truly magical experience for children four to ten years old, as well as fun and entertaining for parents.
| Location: | Loose Moose Theatre |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances |
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| Link: | http://loosemoose.com |
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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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Calgary Opera Presents: Das Rheingold.
Everyday from Apr 20, 2024 - Apr 26, 2024 at 7:30 am - 10:30 pm
Gold, protected by the daughters of the river Rhine, harbors a deep magic. Anyone who casts a ring made from it can rule the whole world but must also renounce love forever. The promise of unlimited power proves irresistible to opportunistic gods, arguing giants, and ambitious dwarfs. Presented at the Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium.
| Location: | Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Music, Theatre & Performances, Parent's Night Out |
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| Link: | http://calgaryopera.com |
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Calgary Comic and Entertainment Expo.
Everyday from Apr 25, 2024 - Apr 28, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
If you're into comics, sci-fi, horror, anime, gaming, or cosplay, this is the place for you. You'll feel out of this world – and right at home. Find your fandom family at the BMO Centre, all 100,000 of them!
| Location: | BMO Centre |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Festivals & Fairs, Fun for Kids, Parent's Night Out |
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| Link: | http://fanexpohq.com |
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Vivaldi’s Four Seasons.
> Friday Apr 26, 2024 at 7:30 pm - 12:00 am
Performed alongside the FILMharmonic Orchestra, Isabella’s rendition of The Four Seasons is a breath of fresh air, while her fiery take on Astor Piazzolla’s The Four Seasons of Buenos Aires is an immersive experience, plunging audiences into the sensual universe of Argentine tango 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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Pumphouse Theatre Presents: The Gondoliers (Morpheus Theatre).
Everyday from Apr 26, 2024 - May 4, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
This 12th collaborative operetta by the beloved pair is set in Venice and is rife with nobility, mistaken identities, royalty, young lovers married to the wrong people, commoners, wit, patter, a Cachucha and of course, Rapture!
StoryBook Theatre’s Miscast.
> Friday Apr 26, 2024 at 7:00 pm - 12:00 am
SBT’s annual MisCast is the musical spectacular featuring Broadway’s hottest hits, sung by local theatre artists performing roles in which they would not traditionally be cast at Beddington Theatre Arts Centre. Funds raised support SBT’s Ellie Tims Project, whose mantra is to “Never say no to a Child,” allowing everyone, regardless of socioeconomic status, to participate in Theatre School Programming.
| Location: | Beddington Theatre Arts Centre |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances, Parent's Night Out |
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| Link: | http://storybooktheatre.org |
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OPA! of Greece Township Grand Opening.
> Friday Apr 26, 2024 at 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Celebrate the grand opening of OPA! of Greece's twenty-eighth Calgary location in Legacy! Indulge in a $5 chicken souvlaki and Greek salad meal while enjoying chances to win exciting prizes including gift cards and free meals. OPA! has proudly served authentic Mediterranean cuisine across Canada for over 25 years, embodying its Greek roots with every dish. With a commitment to quality ingredients and exceptional customer service, OPA! invites you to experience a moment of culinary delight and community. Don't miss out on this opportunity to savor fresh flavors and embrace the OPA! spirit.
| Location: | OPA! of Greece in Township Centre
Unit 850 - 80 Longview common SE, Calgary , AB T2X 4X7 |
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| Category: | Family Fun |
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| Link: | https://opasouvlaki.ca |
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JazzYYC International Jazz Days Festival.
Everyday from Apr 26, 2024 - Apr 30, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
JazzYYC brings live jazz back to the annual JazzYYC International Jazz Days Festival at various location around Calgary.
| Location: | Various Locations |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances, Parent's Night Out |
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| Link: | http://jazzyyc.com |
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Calgary Comic Expo Parade of Wonders.
> Friday Apr 26, 2024 at 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Calling all fans to the POW! Parade of Wonders, Canada’s biggest cosplay parade celebrating all things pop culture and creativity in beautiful downtown Calgary.
Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra Presents: Beethoven X. Coldplay.
> Saturday Apr 27, 2024 at 7:30 pm - 12:00 am
Experience something new and totally unexpected at this genre-defying concert mixing works from two musical greats, Ludwig van Beethoven and Coldplay 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://calgaryphil.com |
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VAISAKHI MELA 2024.
> Saturday Apr 27, 2024 at 12:01 pm - 6:00 pm
Vaisakhi Mela 2024 presented by Rajesh Angral with the Collaboration of Sabrang Radio, IWEB GUY, ACE Ent. & Media Group and CMD (Canadian Multicultural Development).
We host the World Multicultural Festival annually to celebrate diversity and bring together multicultural communities in Canada to share each others’ cultural heritages.
| Location: | Genesis Centre, 7555 Falconridge Boulevard NE, Calgary |
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| Category: | Community Sales & Markets, Family Fun, Festivals & Fairs, Free Events, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances, Talks, Workshops & Seminars, Youth Activities |
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| Link: | http://vaisakhimela.ca/site/ |
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Edgemont Community Association Spring Market.
> Saturday Apr 27, 2024 at 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Join for the annual Spring Market and Perennial Exchange. Enjoy a wide range of vendors and peruse crafts, jewelry, clothing, fine art, housewares, plush items, sweet treats, and more.
| Location: | Edgemont Community Association |
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| Category: | Community Sales & Markets, Family Fun, Fun for Kids |
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| Link: | http://edgemont.ab.ca |
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Michaels Kids’ Club: Friendship Bracelets.
> Saturday Apr 27, 2024 at 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Join us for Kids Club this week and make friendship bracelets to keep or share.
The Barn Artisan Market.
> Sunday Apr 28, 2024 at 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Shop local, support local! The Barn Artisan Market has two floors of local vendors with unique, hand-crafted, and made-in-Alberta products.
More Rocky Mountain Fairy Tales.
> Sunday Apr 28, 2024 at 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Enjoy an afternoon listening to stories and some of Canada’s finest musicians. Storyteller/Musician Samantha Whelan Kotkas and her friends will entertain you and your children with musical interactive tales of child-accessible hikes in the Rocky Mountains. Teach your child about courage, unity, joyfulness, and caring in an afternoon of fun and adventure.
| Cost: | $15.00 |
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| Location: | The University of Calgary Rozsa Centre: Eckhardt-Gramatté Hall |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances |
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| Link: | http://calgarypromusica.ca/family/ |
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True North Strong and Loud.
> Sunday Apr 28, 2024 at 7:00 pm - 12:00 am
New West Symphony & Chorus and New West Student Ensemble will show their respect to many of Canada’s most talented musical artists as they perform True North Strong & Loud: New West Celebrates Canadian Music at Jack Singer Concert Hall.
| 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://artscommons.ca |
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Fort Calgary: Stories with Sheldon.
> Sunday Apr 28, 2024 at 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Storytelling has been a way to pass down wisdom and knowledge by the Blackfoot people since time immemorial. Through the oral tradition, Blackfoot Elder Sheldon First Rider will share stories from Blackfoot culture in this intimate one-hour program. Every month, Sheldon will speak on a different topic, covering everything from mythology and food to history and spirituality.
JazzWalk.
> Sunday Apr 28, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
A free, family-friendly event at various venues throughout Inglewood and the Music Mile! Come check out all that Calgary has to offer in local jazz music. With multiple shows in multiple venues, there’s a little something for everyone, from the jazz aficionado to the newest listener.
| Location: | Various Locations |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Free Events, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances |
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| Link: | http://jazzyyc.com |
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Stories with Sheldon First Rider: Aliens and the Supernatural.
> Sunday Apr 28, 2024 at 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Storytelling has been a way to pass down wisdom and knowledge by the Blackfoot people since time immemorial. Through the oral tradition, Blackfoot Elder Sheldon First Rider will share stories from Blackfoot culture in this intimate one-hour program. Every month, Sheldon will speak on a new topic, covering everything from mythology and food to history and spirituality.
This April, delve into the extraterrestrial with stories of aliens and the supernatural and how otherworldly beings are a part of Blackfoot culture.
Triwood Spring Market.
> Sunday Apr 28, 2024 at 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Come celebrate the change of seasons, find the perfect gift for Mother’s Day, and to get your gardens ready for planting season at Triwood Community Association. We will be hosting an artisan craft and food market with a plant pop-up.
13th Annual Steps to End Homelessness.
> Sunday Apr 28, 2024 at 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Join hundreds of Calgarians at the McHugh Bluff stairs in Crescent Heights for a fun, active way to help end family homelessness in support of Inn from the Cold. We hope you will join us for this family-friendly challenge.
US College Expo in Calgary.
> Sunday Apr 28, 2024 at 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Meet with American universities, admissions, athletics, arts & financing experts and more at the US College Expo. Understand all aspects of the US admissions process, from selection, application, financing and student athlete considerations!
Try It Free - Orienteering.
> Wednesday May 1, 2024 at 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Do you know what orienteering is? The sport involves moving through terrain while map reading to help you choose the best route. The object is to run, walk, ski or bike to a series of points shown on the map, choosing routes that will help you find all the required points and get back to the finish in the shortest amount of time. Want to try it out? Do so with Foothills Orienteering for free at Bowness Park.
Art Party.
> Thursday May 2, 2024 at 5:30 pm - 12:00 am
Meet the artists and creatives who bring inspiration, beauty, and thought-provoking ideas to the walls and public spaces of Arts Commons in this free public event. Come mingle with the artists exhibiting in Arts Commons Galleries with bevvies and nibbles as well as tours of the galleries to hear the artists speak about their work.
RESET Society of Calgary Book Sale.
> Thursday May 2, 2024 at 3:00 pm - 8:00 pm
The Calgary Book Sale is back for its 20th year for two weekends. Shop the selection of more than100,000 books at Crossroads Market.
Canada Cup Diving.
Everyday from May 2, 2024 - May 5, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
MNP Community & Sport Centre will host the 2024 Canada Cup of Diving.
Alberta Ballet in Der Wolf & The Rite of Spring.
Everyday from May 2, 2024 - May 4, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
This double bill invites you into the dark and curious landscape of folklore, forest and frenzy against hard-hitting visceral scores at Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium.
| Location: | Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances, Parent's Night Out |
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| Link: | http://jubileeauditorium.com |
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YMCA Calgary Arts Presents: Calgary Young People’s Theatre in Sasquatch Sally .
Everyday from May 3, 2024 - May 5, 2024 at 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Combining folklore, familial drama and just a tiny sprinkle of summer camp shenanigans, this theatrical tale is as unique as a sasquatch!
Summer is the best time of year, and for sisters Sally and Ali, summertime means Summer Camp. An escape from school work, bullies, and a chance to make new friends. Some kids choose to stick close to family, others craft new memories with their cabin roommates, while some find themselves making friends with the impossible.
This show is perfect for all ages.
Symphony Sundays for Kids: Saint-Georges’ Sword + Bow.
> Friday May 3, 2024 at 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Hoping to become the next great pop sensation, a young girl discovers her music teacher was the biggest star in 18th-century France. In this time-bending musical adventure, Giselle learns about life’s triumphs and tragedies from the most accomplished man in Europe, the Chevalier de Saint-Georges. A captivating story of passion, dreams, legacy, and hope at Jack Singer Concert Hall.
| Location: | Jack Singer Concert Hall |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances |
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| Link: | http://calgaryphil.com |
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Calgary Rock and Mineral Show.
> Friday May 3, 2024 at 1:00 pm - 9:00 pm
The 62nd Annual CRLC Rock & Mineral Show will be held at Genesis Centre and will feature more than 50 vendors, door prizes, a silent auction, and more.
| Location: | Genesis Centre |
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| Category: | Community Sales & Markets, Family Fun, Fun for Kids |
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| Link: | http://crlc.ca |
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Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra Presents: The Broadway/Hollywood Songbook.
Everyday from May 3, 2024 - May 4, 2024 at 7:30 pm - 12:00 am
Be transported to the bright lights of the Great White Way and the glamor of Hollywood as the Calgary Phil celebrates the biggest musicals from stage and screen 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://calgaryphil.com |
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Calgary Artists Studio Tour.
Everyday from May 3, 2024 - May 5, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
The tour has expanded to over 80 local artists participating across our beautiful city and surrounding areas. This is a self-guided tour where you get to meet each artist in their home or shared studio space, and you can plan your visit at your own pace. The Calgary Artists Studio Tour is a unique, informal, connected art experience for both the public and the artists. You are invited into artists studios to see beyond their finished work; to have an opportunity to learn more about their creative processes, inspirations and personal stories.
Bike to Work Day .
> Friday May 3, 2024 at 6:00 am - 9:00 am
BTWD brings together like-minded Calgarians to promote cycling as a viable means of transportation, reduce inner-city traffic congestion, and reduce pollution in the air.
The event features Energy Pit Stops throughout downtown supported by Calgary’s bicycle retailers with swag and free bicycle tune-ups, a free pancake breakfast, prizes, and numerous vendors down at the hub of BTWD at Delta Gardens.
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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Jane’s Walk Calgary.
Everyday from May 3, 2024 - May 5, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Your city. Your stories. Jane’s Walk is an annual festival of free, community-led walking tours inspired by Jane Jacobs. Explore your city, share stories about your community and connect with your neighbours.
Little Modern Market.
> Saturday May 4, 2024 at 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Check out Little Modern Market at FAC Deerfoot Campus. Entry is free with a donation to Made By Momma. Shop the vendors, take a workshop or drop your kids off at the two-storey FAC treehouse for an hour and a half of fun.
Cornerstone Music Cafe's Mother's Day Market.
> Saturday May 4, 2024 at 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Let's make every mother feel special with live music, kids crafts, and unique finds from local vendors. Be one of the first 100 moms to receive a special gift! Come for the fun, stay for the memories.
Land’s End Chamber Music Society Presents Strategies Against Architecture.
> Saturday May 4, 2024 at 6:45 pm - 12:00 am
As part of their residency, Land’s End Ensemble is excited to present a concert of new works that brings together musicians and students of the MRC program. Land’s End Ensemble will feature works that explore a vast range of sonic experiences that defy categorizations at Bella Concert Hall.
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?
CKE Spring Artisan Market.
> Saturday May 4, 2024 at 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
CKE Artisan Market is just in time for Mother’s Day with some of your favorite past vendors and many new ones at CKE Community Hall.
World Para Hockey Championship.
Everyday from May 4, 2024 - May 12, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Watch the best para ice hockey athletes compete in the World Para Hockey Championship at WinSport Event Centre.
Day Out With Thomas at Heritage Park.
Everyday from May 4, 2024 - May 5, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
‘Pop’ on board a train ride adventure with Thomas the Tank Engine! Day Out With Thomas: Bubble Tour is rolling into the station with loads of bubble-themed games and activities! Enjoy live entertainment, photo ops, the exclusive gift shop, lawn games and so much more. Take a real train ride with Thomas and spend the day creating memories for the whole family.
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?
Free Comic Book Day.
> Saturday May 4, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Participating comic book shops across North America and around the world give you a comic book for free!
Circo Festival Canada.
Everyday from May 4, 2024 - May 5, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Check out this Western Canadian Competition for aerials, acrobatics, dance, and a variety of circus acts at The GRAND.
| Location: | The GRAND |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances |
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| Link: | http://thegrandyyc.ca |
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Michaels’ Sunday MakeBreak: Yayoi Kusama Inspired Painting.
> Sunday May 5, 2024 at 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Join in-store to create a painting inspired by Japanese contemporary artist Yayoi Kusama, celebrating AAPI Month.
Luminous Voices and The Next Generation.
> Sunday May 5, 2024 at 3:00 pm - 12:00 am
Calgary is fortunate to have a strong and growing high school and youth choral scene. The spring concert will be the culmination of a weekend workshop with several local high school choirs and individual singers from high schools across the city at Bella Concert Hall.
| Location: | Bella Concert Hall |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances, Youth Activities |
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| Link: | http://taylorcentre.ca |
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Granary Road Open Weekend Book Reading & Goats!.
> Sunday May 5, 2024 at 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Join Granary Road and local author Christina Hatton-Fearnley for a live book reading of Kevin The Pack Goat Friendship Fumble and meet our super-cute Goats for a special Play Time afterwards! This event is free with paid admission to Granary Road's Park. We also have a Farmer's Market & Garden Centre.
| Location: | Granary Road Park, Farmer's Market & Garden Centre226066 112 Street WestFoothills County, ABT1S 5S5 |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances, Playtime & Story Time |
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| Link: | http://www.granaryroad.com |
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Mount Pleasant Potters’ Guild Spring Pottery Sale.
> Sunday May 5, 2024 at 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Mount Pleasant Potters’ Guild (MPPG) is a group of talented local artists with a passion for mucking about in clay. Delicate, fine, brutal, whimsical and everything in between describes the range of wares you’ll find at this awesome pottery sale at Triwood Community Hall.
Spring Bliss Mini-Mental Wellness Festival.
> Sunday May 5, 2024 at 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
It’s a celebration of the brain, in recognition of Mental Health Awareness Week and Mental Health Awareness Month. The City of Calgary funded event will include performances that celebrate community and wellbeing, displays to show how our brain works and elders to share wisdom on the Medicine Wheel at Carya's Village Commons.
| Location: | Carya's Village Commons |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Talks, Workshops & Seminars |
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| Link: | http://eventbrite.ca |
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Hike for Hospice Calgary.
> Sunday May 5, 2024 at 9:00 am - 12:30 pm
Hike for Hospice Calgary is a fundraising walk for all ages and abilities. Join us at Fish Creek Park to celebrate and honour our clients and families, hear from a client ambassador, meet the Calgary Stampeders, enjoy music, face painting, prizes, and a free lunch!
2024 Eastside Dance Festival.
Everyday from May 9, 2024 - May 10, 2024 at 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
The Eastside Dance Festival Society presents an electrifying showcase of outstanding dance programs from 17 CBE and CSSD Schools at the U of C Theatre. Over 450 dancers will perform and some will share over $100,000 in scholarships and cash prizes to support continued dance education after high school.
Prior to each performance on May 9th and 10th, we are holding a FREE parent engagement session at the Eckhardt Gramatté Hall in U of C’s Rosza Centre from 5:00 pm. Esteemed local dance educators, academics and professional artists will share their career pathways and the most recent research conducted on the benefits of dance for developing young minds and bodies. Dance education is an investment in your child’s future!
Visit www.eastsidedancefestival.ca for more information.
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| Cost: | $17.50 |
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| Location: | University of Calgary Theatre and Rozsa Centre for Performing Arts |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances, Parent's Night Out |
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| Link: | http://www.eastsidedancefestival.ca |
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Spruce Meadows Rosebud Classic.
Everyday from May 9, 2024 - May 12, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
This outdoor amateur local show jumping tournament provides a wonderful opportunity for riders to showcase their skills and compete in a friendly and supportive environment.
Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra Presents: Brilliant Bassoon..
Everyday from May 10, 2024 - May 11, 2024 at 7:30 pm - 12:00 am
Experience all the expressive capabilities of the bassoon — athletic agility, touching tenderness, and virtuosic velocity — as the Orchestra’s Principal Bassoon Antoine St-Onge shows them off in Carl Maria Von Weber’s theatrical concerto 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://calgaryphil.com |
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On Broadway.
Everyday from May 10, 2024 - Apr 16, 2024 at 7:30 pm - 5:00 am
For the first time ever the Revv52 vocal ensemble will perform a concert devoted exclusively
to Broadway! Calgary’s Storybook Theatre will lend their expertise in the creation process and perform on stage.
| Cost: | $22.00 |
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| Location: | Bella Concert Hall, Taylor Centre for the Performing Arts, Mount Royal University18 Mt. Royal Circle, SWCalgary, Alberta |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Music, Theatre & Performances, Parent's Night Out |
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| Link: | http://revv52.com |
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YMCA Calgary Arts Presents: Calgary Young People’s Theatre in Sasquatch Sally .
Everyday from May 10, 2024 - May 12, 2024 at 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Combining folklore, familial drama and just a tiny sprinkle of summer camp shenanigans, this theatrical tale is as unique as a sasquatch!
Summer is the best time of year, and for sisters Sally and Ali, summertime means Summer Camp. An escape from school work, bullies, and a chance to make new friends. Some kids choose to stick close to family, others craft new memories with their cabin roommates, while some find themselves making friends with the impossible.
This show is perfect for all ages.
Otafest.
Everyday from May 10, 2024 - May 12, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Calgary’s volunteer-run, non-profit, all-ages Japanese anime and pop culture festival featuring anime screenings, an exhibitor hall, community panels, cosplay contests, voice actors, concerts, and so much more at Telus Convention Centre.
| Location: | Telus Convention Centre |
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| Category: | Community Sales & Markets, Family Fun, Festivals & Fairs, Fun for Kids, Talks, Workshops & Seminars, Youth Activities |
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| Link: | http://otafest.com |
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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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Day Out with Thomas at Heritage Park.
Everyday from May 10, 2024 - May 12, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
‘Pop’ on board a train ride adventure with Thomas the Tank Engine! Day Out With Thomas: Bubble Tour is rolling into the station with loads of bubble-themed games and activities! Enjoy live entertainment, photo ops, the exclusive gift shop, lawn games and so much more. Take a real train ride with Thomas and spend the day creating memories for the whole family.
Bearspaw Mother’s Day Pop Up.
> Saturday May 11, 2024 at 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Over 70 vendors with unique products that will make the perfect Mother’s Day gift. Enjoy tea and cookies with mom at the Bearspaw Lifestyle Centre.
| Location: | Bearspaw Lifestyle Centre |
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| Category: | Community Sales & Markets, Family Fun, Fun for Kids |
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| Link: | http://bearspawlc.org |
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Eau Claire Market Farewell Celebration.
> Saturday May 11, 2024 at 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Eau Claire Market, a beloved landmark in Downtown Calgary, will be bidding adieu after three decades of cherished memories. In commemoration of its legacy, the community is invited to the "Eau Claire Market Farewell Celebration that will include shows and performances featuring local musicians and community groups, balloon twisters, spin art, top shot hockey, appearances by PAW Patrol characters, and so much more.
Michaels’ Kids Club: Kangaroo Mother's Day Card.
> Saturday May 11, 2024 at 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Join for Kids Club this week as they make moms the perfect Mother’s Day Card.
Touch-A-Truck in Red Deer.
> Saturday May 11, 2024 at 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
This event is family friendly and gives kids of all ages the chance to see some of their favorite trucks, tractors, and equipment up close, offering a chance to interact with RCMP, EMS, firefighters, and other industries. Learn more at westernerpark.ca.
Mother's Day Planters at Greengate Garden Centres.
Everyday from May 11, 2024 - May 12, 2024 at 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Celebrate Mother's Day with a gift that blooms from the heart! Kids (and kids at heart) are invited to craft a special Mother's Day planter for just $5 at greengate Garden Centres. Dive into the joy of planting as you select from the vibrant array of sun or shade annuals, nestle them into a cozy pot with just the right mix of soil, and give them a sprinkle of top-notch fertilizer and water. It's a hands-on way to create a blossoming tribute to the special moms in our lives.
All proceeds are donated to the Calgary Homeless Foundation.
| Cost: | $5.00 |
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| Location: | Greengate Garden Centres, 14111 Macleod Trail S., Calgary, Alberta, T2Y 1M6 |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids |
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| Link: | http://greengate.ca |
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Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo Mother’s Day Brunch.
Everyday from May 11, 2024 - May 12, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Celebrate Mother’s Day in a wild and enchanting way with a special brunch at the zoo. Immerse yourself in the unique charm of nature while treating the most important woman in your life to a memorable experience. To make the day even more special, there will be Mother’s Day themed menu, crafts for children to make a gift, fresh flowers for mom, and more.
Touch-A-Truck.
> Saturday May 11, 2024 at 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Touch-A-Truck is brought to you by
The Central Alberta Crime Prevention Centre
This event is family-friendly and gives kids of all ages the chance to see some of their favourite trucks, tractors, and equipment up close, offering a chance to interact with RCMP, EMS, firefighters, and other industries!
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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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.
Mother's Day at Fort Calgary.
> Sunday May 12, 2024 at 10:10 pm - 3:00 pm
Treat Mom to a day of history, food and fun this Mother’s Day at Fort Calgary! Celebrate the motherly figures in your life with a indoor picnic lunch in the Barracks, an outdoor walking tour around the parkland and fun activities for the whole family.
Mother’s Day Brunch at TELUS Spark.
> Sunday May 12, 2024 at 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Who says only mammals make great mamas? Daddy long legs spiders carry their spiderlings on their backs, and certain earwig moms sacrifice themselves for their offspring – now that's love! This Mother's Day show mom the love at Spark.
Mother’s Day Brunch at Heritage Park .
> Sunday May 12, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Get ready to spoil the most amazing woman in your life with brunch that’s going to make her feel oh-so-loved. Join us for a delicious spread of traditional buttermilk pancakes, eggs benedict, crispy double smoked maple bacon and so much more!
Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra Presents: Violins of Hope.
> Wednesday May 15, 2024 at 7:30 pm - 12:00 am
A musical journey from Holocaust to hope, experience the Calgary Phil and Violins of Hope in a unique narrative concert, where restored violins, violas, and cellos, once belonging to Jewish victims of the Holocaust, come to life through stories of injustice, suffering, resilience, and survival 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://calgaryphil.com |
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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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Happy Habitats at Bow Habitat Station.
> Friday May 17, 2024 at 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
From towering mountains to sprawling prairies and everything in between. Lace up your boots and join Bow Habitat Station to explore the wild variety of ecosystems that come together to form our awe-inspiring Alberta. Join our special partners from the City of Calgary, Friends of Fish Creek, and Calgary Wildlife, as we explore our diverse habitats and the wildlife that calls them home.
Uncover the fascinating role of pollinators in Alberta as they cultivate buzzworthy ecosystems, nurturing diverse habitats beyond the hive!
Piece together the intricate puzzle of our interconnected ecosystems and gain insight into how they harmonize.
Immerse yourself in the dynamic interplay between critters and their habitats through interactive biofacts and an engaging match game, illuminating the ways in which habitats are shaped by their inhabitants!
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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Michaels’ Sunday Makebreak: Summer Tie Dye.
> Sunday May 19, 2024 at 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Summer is coming! Join us in store for this fun tie dye project with or without fringe. Purchase your size shirt, then head to the MakeBreak table to create a shirt to take home.
Arts Commons Presents — Dinosaur World Live.
Everyday from May 24, 2024 - May 25, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Remarkably lifelike, these enormous puppets will take over the Jack Singer Concert Hall stage, transporting audiences to a time when dinosaurs ruled the earth. Dinosaur World Live presents a host of impressive pre-historic creatures and introduces you to Miranda, the daughter of paleontologists, who grew up surrounded by dinosaurs on a far-away island off the coast of South America.
Royal Canadian International Circus.
Everyday from May 24, 2024 - Jun 2, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Prepare for a spellbinding journey filled with a diverse array of thrilling acts, a visual feast of high production value; and an interactive extravaganza that promises an unforgettable experience for all. Join us under the big top at CrossIron Mills Mall for a circus adventure like no other in 2024!
Bert Church Live Theatre Presents: The Somewhat True Tale of Robin Hood by Nose Creek Players.
Everyday from May 24, 2024 - May 25, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Join Robin Hood and the characters of Sherwood Forest in an entertaining experience for the whole family. Nose Creek Players bring the classic story to life through a funny, "Monty Pythonesque" retelling of the classic story.
| Location: | Bert Church Theatre in Airdrie |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances |
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| Link: | http://airdrie.ca |
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North Point School's Young Entrepreneurs Annual Business Fair.
> Saturday May 25, 2024 at 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
At the 8th Young Entrepreneurs Annual Business Fair, over 150 students in Grades K-12 showcased and sold their creations. For one day only, hundreds of Calgarians are able to shop at dozens of student businesses at one of Canada’s largest student business fairs.
Arts Commons Presents: Dinosaur World Live.
> Saturday May 25, 2024 at 2:00 pm - 12:00 am
Remarkably lifelike, enormous puppets will take over the Jack Singer Concert Hall stage, transporting audiences to a time when dinosaurs ruled the earth. Dinosaur World Live presents a host of impressive pre-historic creatures including everyone’s favorite carnivorous terror, the Tyrannosaurus Rex.
| Location: | Jack Singer Concert Hall |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances |
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| Link: | http://artscommons.ca |
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Heritage Park Festival of Quilts.
Everyday from May 25, 2024 - May 26, 2024 at 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
For two days explore the Historical Village and admire hundreds of colorful quilts on display. And the Historical Village is open with all your favorites so you can experience the sights, smells and sounds of living history spanning from the 1880s to the 1950s.
Young Entrepreneurs Business Fair.
> Saturday May 25, 2024 at 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Shop at Canada's largest student business fair for unique gifts, original artwork, toys and games, fashion accessories, entertainment, fantastic food, and more.
The Young Entrepreneurs Annual Business Fair allows North Point students to experience the entrepreneurial process and provides a marketplace for our future business men and women.
Calgary Baby and Tot Show. .
> Saturday May 25, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
The Calgary Baby and Tot Show is a premier parenting event that is held in the Spring and designed to bring everything parents-to-be and new parents and young families need all under one roof. Featuring local and national exhibitors showcasing the latest in services, products, apparel, and toys at Spray Lake Sawmills Sports Centre in Cochrane.
| Location: | Spray Lake Sawmills Sports Centre |
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| Category: | Community Sales & Markets, Family Fun, Talks, Workshops & Seminars |
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| Link: | http://calgarybabyshow.com |
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APEGA Science Olympics.
> Saturday May 25, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
The APEGA Science Olympics are interactive, inter-school events for students in Grades 1 to 12 at the Olympic Oval. Science Olympians use problem solving to develop solutions to a series of challenges that demonstrate how engineering and geoscience impact our everyday lives. Challenges are related to the Alberta school curriculum, and are developed by professional engineers and geoscientists, as well as local teachers.
| Location: | Olympic Oval |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Youth Activities |
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| Link: | http://apega.ca |
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Michaels’ Kids Club: Friendship Bracelets.
> Saturday May 25, 2024 at 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Join for Kids Club this week and make friendship bracelets to keep or share with friends as you head off for summer vacation.
Calgary Boys' Choir 50th Anniversary Concert.
> Sunday May 26, 2024 at 3:00 pm - 12:00 am
Under the leadership of Artistic Director Kathryn Berko, this event features performances by the workshop choir, current members of the Calgary Boys' Choir, and is joined by past directors including Paul Grindlay and Julie Freedman-Smith.
| Cost: | $25.00 |
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| Location: | Eckhardt-Gramatté Hall, Rozsa Centre, University of Calgary |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances, Youth Activities |
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Illia Ovcharenko performs Tchaikovsky. .
Everyday from May 31, 2024 - Jun 1, 2024 at 7:30 pm - 12:00 am
Encounter the impressive brilliance of Ukrainian pianist Illia Ovcharenko, winner of the 2022 Honens International Piano Competition, as he performs Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky’s grand Piano Concerto No. 1 with the Calgary Phil 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://calgaryphil.com |
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Life Cycle.
Everyday from Jun 1, 2024 - Jun 30, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Life Cycle is a virtual cycling event in support of the Alberta Children’s Hospital Foundation and the Stollery Children’s Hospital Foundation. Taking place throughout the month of June families and cyclists will ride towards their personal fundraising and distance goals as they make a difference for kids across Alberta.
Funds raised through Life Cycle will support the Child Life departments at both Alberta hospitals.
Run Bowness.
> Sunday Jun 2, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Don’t let the name fool you, you can run or walk in this community event. The race will begin at the Bowness Community Association and take participants through beautiful riverside views in Bowness Park and Baker Park. Support the Bowness Community Association and have fun jogging with friends and family. Following the race there will be a celebratory beer garden with live music in the Bowness Community Association greenspace.
Spruce Meadows Continental.
Everyday from Jun 6, 2024 - Jun 9, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Check out some incredible horsemanship at Spruce Meadows. This premier equestrian facility is conveniently located just at the southern edge of the city and hosts several top-tier show jumping tournaments throughout the year.
Rosebud Theatre Presents: Little Women.
Everyday from Jun 7, 2024 - Aug 21, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Louisa May Alcott’s timeless, captivating story of the March family is brought to life in this glorious musical filled with personal discovery, heartache and hope. Jo March weaves the story of her and her sisters, Meg, Beth and Amy, and their adventures growing up in the wake of America’s Civil War.
Jubilations Dinner Theatre Presents: Friends: The One with Ace Ventura.
Every Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday, Jun 8, 2024 - Aug 10, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Featuring uproarious laughter and the greatest hits of the “Friends” era, performed by some of Canada’s best singers.
| 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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Joshua Bell: One Night Only.
> Saturday Jun 8, 2024 at 7:30 pm - 12:00 am
For one night only, Grammy Award-winning violinist Joshua Bell performs works that are sure to enthrall you with the Calgary Phil — Henri Vieuxtemps’ virtuosic Violin Concerto No. 5, and a movement from a new five-part suite commissioned by Bell, The Elements 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://calgaryphil.com |
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La Fille Mal Gardée.
Everyday from Jun 14, 2024 - Jun 15, 2024 at 7:30 pm - 12:00 am
Experience the charm and hilarity of 'La Fille Mal Gardée'! Follow the delightful tale of Lise, a spirited young peasant girl, determined to marry her true love, Colas, despite her mother's plans to wed her to the bumbling Alain. Filled with comedic antics, lively dances, and heartwarming romance, this beloved ballet is a celebration of love, laughter, and the triumph of true affection over societal expectations.
| Cost: | $25.00 |
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| Location: | Martha Cohen Theatre |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances, Parent's Night Out, Youth Activities |
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| Link: | http://www.jcbs.ca |
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Father’s Day Brunch at Heritage Park.
> Sunday Jun 16, 2024 at 9:30 am - 2:30 pm
Dear old dad. He’s coaching a sports team, fixing things around the house, or acting as your own personal Uber driver. Show dad how much you love him with Calgary’s best brunch buffet and a visit to one of the world’s largest public collections of vintage vehicles in Gasoline Alley Museum. Learn more at heritagepark.ca.
Spruce Meadows Pan-American.
Everyday from Jun 26, 2024 - Jun 24, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Top sport and top riders return to Spruce Meadows for the 'Pan American', presented by Rolex.
Stage West Dinner Theatre Presents: A Closer Walk with Patsy Cline.
Everyday from Jun 28, 2024 - Sep 1, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Patsy was never shy about self-promotion and impressed everyone the moment they heard her. Featuring all her biggest hits from Walkin’ After Midnight, I Fall to Pieces, Crazy (written by Willie Nelson), She’s Got You, Leavin’ on Your Mind, Sweet Dreams, Faded Love, and all the way to her last single release of A Closer Walk with Thee.
| 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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Ties and Tiaras Ball.
> Saturday Jun 29, 2024 at 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Join us for an enchanting evening at the Tiaras and Ties Ball on June 29th, 2024, at Willow Ridge Community Association. Families are invited to dance the night away amidst princess-themed decor, enjoy snacks and soft drinks, capture memories in our photo booth, and meet their favourite princesses. With music, crafts and games, it's a magical celebration not to be missed.
Earth Hour.
Everyday from Mar 23, 2025 - Mar 23, 2024 at 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
A worldwide campaign focused on energy reduction and celebration of reducing our energy and environmental impact. Join for music, entertainment, and opportunities to experience what environmental actions you can take in Calgary. Pedal power midway games and experience how our natural world affects our daily lives. Bring personal lighting and dance to the DJ when the lights go down for the Earth Hour Party!
