10 ways to have an amazing April

Spring is finally here and there are plenty of ways to get out and enjoy our city as the bunnies turn brown and buds start to appear on the trees.

Pet some baby goats, cheer for your favorite sports team, hunt for eggs, or play some tunes; there is something for kids with all interests to do this month around town.

Check out a few of our picks below:

Spring Barnyard Baby Days at Butterfield Acres

Help Butterfield Acres bounce into spring by welcoming their wonderful new baby farm animals. Join during the first few weeks of the 2025 season to snuggle with baby goats, woolly little lambs, and peep at the freshly hatched chicks and the adorable piglets with their mama. Learn more at butterfieldacres.com.

Hunt for Eggs

The Easter Bunny is no stranger to Calgary and there are dozens of egg hunts in all quadrants of the city. Churches, local parks, community associations, attractions and businesses host kids for a hopping good time. Check out our events calendar to find out where you can fill your basket.

NMC Jam Club

Do you have a teen who loves to jam? Until June 1, Jam Club is a free after-school drop-in program for teens looking to practice their skills and explore their creative potential, all the while making new friends at Studio Bell National Music Centre. Learn more at studiobell.ca

Visit Lougheed House

Take part in a tour, test your trivia chops, visit for teatime, or stroll through the flower market. There is never a dull moment at this house. Don’t miss the Innovations & Inspirations House Tour (April 3), An Evening With Architect Lorne Simpson (April 10), Spring Tea (April 13) and much more this month. Learn more at lougheedhouse.com.

Cheer on the Roughnecks

Ever been to a lacrosse game? Why not check out the Calgary Roughnecks in action? Lacrosse has all the fast-paced action, cheering, music and fun of a hockey game without the chill. Watch them play the Colorado Mammoth on April 19 at the Scotiabank Saddledome. Learn more at calgaryroughnecks.com.

Glenbow Ranch Provincial Park

One of the newest members of the Alberta Parks’ family, Glenbow Ranch Provincial Park is less than an hour drive northwest of Calgary along the Bow River. A day-use park, Glenbow Ranch is a great destination for a picnic, where there are over 28 kilometres of pathways.  The park is still a working ranch, and the visitor centre has exhibits that describe the history of the lands where the park has been established. Learn more at albertaparks.ca.

Take in a soccer game

The Cavalry Football Club season kicks off April 5. Check out a game on ATCO Field at Spruce Meadows. The venue also has several fun activities for kids to take part in ahead of kickoff, such as bouncy castles, mini soccer games, face painting and more. For adults, you’ll find local and international food and beverage options, as well as live music and entertainment. Learn more at cavalryfc.canpl.ca.

Bragg about it

Tickle your tastebuds at the Taste of Bragg Creek Festival on April 25. Visit participating vendors in the Bragg Creek Hamlet Area as they celebrate the festival that has been a tradition in the community since 2013. Restaurateurs and liquor merchants will prepare and serve unique “tastes” for your sampling pleasure. Plus, participating retailers will stay open to showcase their unique wares. Learn more at tasteofbraggcreek.ca.

Kiyooka Ohe Arts Centre

This centre is a year-round, sustainable, art-in-nature destination dedicated to the research, exhibition, education, and documentation of contemporary visual arts. The cultural attraction is a 20-acre botanic park in a rehabilitated wetland and wood sanctuary on the edge of Calgary’s city limits. Enjoy learning about local contemporary art in nature while opening your family’s mind to health and wellness. Learn more at koartscentre.org.

Calgary Comic Expo

Four days of unlimited fandom! Every spring, hundreds of thousands of fans descend upon Stampede Park for the Calgary Comic Expo. This year’s event features major celebrities like Michael J. Fox, Christopher Lloyd, Charlie Cox, Jodie Whittaker, Alicia Silverstone, and more. Dress in your best cosplay and get to it! Learn more at fanexpohq.com.