What’s Up This Week?

May 22 to June 1

Until May 23; Monster March Scavenger Hunt 2025. Join the Monster hunt – an interactive scavenger hunt through Calgary’s amazing libraries, designed to get your family moving, exploring and uncovering hidden gems tucked away in Calgary’s libraries. Learn more at weewildones-yyc.com.

May 23, 5:30 to 9pm; Grazers Dining Series: Pacific Wines & Spirits (18+). Next in the zoo’s Grazer Dining Series: an unforgettable evening with Pacific Wines & Spirits on May 23. Indulge in a mouthwatering four-course meal, perfectly paired with hand-picked selections from Pacific Wines & Spirits. Learn more at calgaryzoo.com.

May 23, 8 to 10:30pm; Jazz on Lincoln Park: Jon Day. Experience Calgary’s jazz scene in its second installment of “Jazz on Lincoln Park,” a concert series, presented by the Mount Royal Conservatory, spotlighting some of the city’s top jazz artists. Join us and experience Calgary’s jazz culture unfold in the heart of Lincoln Park! Each evening will feature vignettes of interviews with the artists to meet the people behind the music! Learn more at tickets.mru.ca.

May 23 to 24, 9 to 11:45am; Arts Commons: Arts ReimaginED Little Wonders Festival. Calling all curious little explorers (ages one to six) and their families! Get ready for an experience filled with wonder, creativity, and play at the Little Wonders Festival—a special experience designed just for young learners and their loved ones at Martha Cohen Rehearsal Hall in Arts Common. Learn more at artscommons.ca.

May 23 to 24, 7:30pm; A Night on Broadway with Ashley Brown. Musical sensation Ashley Brown, who originated the title role of Mary Poppins on the Great White Way, brings her golden voice to Jack Singer Concert Hall. Learn more at calgaryphil.com.

May 23 to June 1; The Royal Canadian International Circus. Step right up to the mesmerizing world of the 2025 Royal Canadian International Circus! 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 at CrossIron Mills Mall. Learn more at royalcanadiancircus.ca.

May 24, 9am to 6pm; APEGA Science Olympics. The APEGA Science Olympics are interactive, inter-school events for students in Grades 1 to 12. Science Olympians use problem solving to develop solutions to a series of challenges that demonstrate how engineering and geoscience impact our everyday lives at WinSport Event Centre. Learn more at apega.ca.

May 24, 9:15am; Monster March 2025. The Monster March was started by Wee Wild Ones in 2017 as a way to bring families together, explore our city, and support local organizations that uplift children and families in need through Children’s Cottage Society. The 5km run and walk takes place during the Servus Calgary Marathon. Learn more at weewildones-yyc.com/monstermarch.

May 24, 10am to 3pm; Spring Local: A Small Business Market. A day of supporting local small businesses at The Rooftop YYC. Discover unique products and services from a variety of vendors while enjoying the spring-themed decor. Whether you’re looking for handmade crafts, delicious treats, or one-of-a-kind gifts, this event has something for everyone. Learn more at eventbrite.ca.

May 24, 10am to 4pm; Vintage Redefined Market. An exciting line up of incredible vendors from various parts of Western Canada at Acadia Recreation Complex. Learn more at vintageredefinedmarket.com.

May 24, 10am to 5pm; Heritage Park Artisan’s Fair. Bring the whole family and get ready for a weekend of fun, creativity, craftsmanship and community spirit at Heritage Park’s Artisans’ Fair Featuring Festival of Quilts. Learn more at heritagepark.ca.

May 24 and 31, 10:40 to 11:50am; Youth Intro to Aerials Class – Our First One! Curious about circus and aerial arts? This class offers our young flyers the opportunity to try an exciting aerial journey, soaring through the air with the perfect mix of creativity and safety. Let your child explore aerial arts in a fun, supportive, and safe environment – no experience needed. Learn more at calgary.aradiafitness.com.

May 24, 12 to 4pm; Young Entrepreneurs Business Fair. Shop at North Point Schools’ Young Entrepreneurs Annual Business Fair. More that 150 student run business will be on display for anyone to browse and shop at. Learn more at northpointschools.ca.

May 24, 12 to 6pm; Taste of Carifest Expo. Carifest might not be until the summer, but you can enjoy a Taste of Carifest Expo on May 24 at Thorncliffe Greenview Community Association. Learn more at carifestcalgary.ticketspice.com.

May 24, 5 to 9pm; Locked Zoo: Dress Code (18+). Put on your best animal prints and get ready to embark on a safari adventure with a cryptic twist at Locked Zoo: Dress Code on Saturday, May 24. This exhilarating escape game will take you on a wild journey through the zoo after hours. With clues hidden around the zoo, you’ll need keen observation and quick thinking to navigate the challenges. Learn more at calgaryzoo.com.

May 24 to 25; Airdrie Children’s Festival. This free festival brings together entertainment, interactive learning and city-wide workshops to inspire young minds. Learn more at airdriechildrensfest.com.

May 24 to 25; Calgary Reptile Expo. This is your opportunity to find your favorite local reptile, amphibian, invertebrate and plant enthusiasts under one roof at Genesis Centre. Learn more at albertareptiles.ca.

May 24 to 25; Servus Calgary Marathon. The Servus Calgary Marathon is back in 2025 for an entire weekend! Kids Races will take place on both Saturday at 10:30am and Sunday at 9:30am. Learn more at calgarymarathon.com.

Until May 25; Broadway Across Canada Presents: Six. From Tudor queens to pop icons, the six wives of Henry VIII take the microphone to remix 500 years of historical heartbreak into a Euphoric Celebration of 21st-Century girl power at the Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium. Learn more at calgary.broadway.com.

May 25, 9:30am; The Hangar Flight Museum Fly Babies. Fly Babies is back! Join at The Hangar Flight Museum for a fun and engaging morning for you and your little ones. Visitors will experience story time, crafts, aircraft inspired activities, and more! This program is recommended for ages two to five. Learn more at thehangarmuseum.ca.

May 25, 11am to 4pm; The Barn Artisan Market. The Barn Artisan Market has two floors of local vendors with unique, hand-crafted, and made-in-Alberta products at Shawnessy Barn. Learn more at thebarnartisanmarket.ca.

May 25, 3 to 5pm; Calgary Spiritus Chamber Choir Presents Whispers in the Mirror: Musical Reflections. Join Spiritus Chamber Choir as they celebrate the finale of their season with Whispers in the Mirror: Musical Reflections. This collaboration between Spiritus Chamber Choir and the String Theory Music Collective blends Baroque and contemporary music at Cathedral Church of the Redeemer. Kids are welcome, and those under 12 get in for free. Learn more at spirituschamberchoir.ca.

May 29 to 30; Unfolding PANS PANDAS: Reshaping BRAIN+BODY Health. This inaugural national conference brings together leading experts from Canada and beyond to explore the physiological and psychological complexities of Pediatric Acute-onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome (PANS) and Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorder Associated with Streptococcal Infections (PANDAS). A two-day, medically accredited conference, hosted both in-person at the Best Western Premier Calgary Plaza Hotel & Conference Centre and virtually. Learn more at eventbrite.ca.

May 30 to 31; Mahler’s Resurrection. The Calgary Phil’s season comes to a rousing finish with Gustav Mahler’s monumental Second Symphony, conducted by Rune Bergmann in his final concert as Music Director at Jack Singer Concert Hall. Learn more at calgaryphil.com.

Until May 31; Calgary Chinatown Scavenger Hunt 2025. Throughout May, you’ll embark on a one-of-a-kind adventure through Calgary’s Chinatown, uncovering hidden gems, discovering delicious eats, and celebrating the rich culture and tight-knit community that make the neighborhood so special. Each week, new online and in-person challenges will be unlocked through the Goosechase app — designed to test your observation skills, cultural knowledge, and culinary curiosity as you dive deeper into the Calgary Chinatown experience. Learn more at calgarychinatown.com.

Until May 31; Storybook Theatre Presents: Once on This Island. This highly original and theatrical Caribbean adaptation of the popular fairy tale, The Little Mermaid, garnered eight Tony nominations for its Broadway run, including Best Musical, Book and Score. Check it out at Beddington Theatre Arts Centre. Learn more at storybooktheatre.org.

Until May 31; Jubilations Junior Presents: Rightside Out Joy is Free! When you’re a little kid, your emotions are usually on full display, but as we get a bit older some of us start to hold back these emotions and keep them locked away in our brain. What happens if these emotions could sing? Learn more at jubilations.ca.

Until May 31; Jubilations Dinner Theatre Presents: Jukebox Heaven Legends Live Forever. From rock and roll to glitzy pop and even country music, their voices and song writing skills made the world take notice. Every one of these legends at some point throughout decades past held the title of most played song on the Jukebox. Learn more at jubilations.ca.

May 31, 10am to 2pm; YouthLink Calgary Police Interpretive Centre: Summer Safety Day. A free, family-friendly event dedicated to helping Calgarians enjoy a safe, informed, and connected summer. Learn more at youthlinkcalgary.com.

May 31, 10am to 4pm; Cochrane Pet Expo. A day celebrating all things furry, feathered, and four-legged, proudly presented by Global Pet Foods Cochrane at Cochrane & District Agricultural Society Park. Learn more at quirksocial.ca/cochrane-pet-expo.

May 31 ,11am to 1pm; Cineplex Family Favourites: Trolls Band Together. Visit participating Cineplex theatres near you and watch a favorite family film each week for only $3.99. Learn more at cineplex.com.

May 31, 11am to 4pm; The Mom Market. Canada’s original collective market devoted to showcasing small business owners in consistent and high-quality curated vendor market at East Village River Walk Plaza. Learn more at themommarketco.com.

May 31, 1pm; Toys R Us Events: Pokémon Make and Take. Bring your Poké-fans in-store for a fun building session – participants will be randomly given a Kanto classic: Pikachu, Charmander, Squirtle or Bulbasaur. Learn more at toysrus.ca.

May 31, 1 to 4pm; Heartland (Cochrane) Family Fun Showhome Grand Opening. Celebrate the opening of the stunning new showhomes with an afternoon of fun for the whole family. Explore beautifully crafted homes by four incredible builders, enjoy guided home tours, and experience a lively lineup of activities including a glitter tattoo artist, balloon creations, giant outdoor games and more. Learn more at heartlandcochrane.ca.

Thursdays until June; NMC Jam Club. 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.

June 1, 9am to 1pm; Run Bowness. 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. Learn more at runguides.com.

June 1, 10am to 6pm; Lilac Festival. This free one-day event is the start up to Calgary’s vibrant festival season and encourages citizens to shake off their winter blues and reintroduce themselves to the thriving creative community in our city at 4 Street SW from 12 Avenue to Elbow Drive. Learn more at lilacfestival.net.

June 1, 2 to 4pm; Michael’s MakeBreak: Dad’s Greatest Catch Canvas. Give Dad some love with a Father’s Day gift using your handprint. Learn more at canada.michaels.com.

June 1, 3pm; Kensington Sinfonia Presents: Quiet, Slow, Boring. Exposing your children to the world of classical music is much easier when you get free admission for students up to 18 years at St. Stephen’s Anglican Church. Learn more at kensingtonsinfonia.ca.

Ongoing

Until June 7; Stage West Kids Presents: Jaclyn and the Beanstalk. After reading her favorite story at bedtime, Jaclyn wakes up to discover that her world is not as she remembers it. Her favorite story and her life have been tangled together with her as the lead character. Featuring golden turtles, giants, magic beans, and the legendary beanstalk, this modern take on the classic tale is filled with fun and music. Learn more at stagewestcalgary.com.

Until June 8; Vertigo Theatre Presents: The Da Vinci Code. Based on Dan Brown’s bestselling novel that sold nearly 100 million copies and was made into a major Hollywood hit film, this new stage adaptation takes audiences on a treasure hunt adventure that will leave them breathless! Learn more at tickets.vertigotheatre.com.

Until June 22; Stage West Theatre Presents: Footloose. To the rockin’ rhythm of its Oscar and Tony-nominated Top 40 score, augmented with dynamic new songs, Footloose celebrates the wisdom of listening to young people while guiding them with a warm heart and open mind. Learn more at stagewestcalgary.com.

Saturdays until August 30; Polar Bear Breakfast. Bring your family and friends down for a fun and educational morning at the zoo! Taking place on select dates between April and August, tickets to Polar Bear Breakfast include an exclusive before-hours viewing opportunity of the Wild Canada zone with a side of polar bear facts from the zoo’s Conservation Education staff and volunteers. Learn more at calgaryzoo.com.

Until November 2; Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo – Safari Sunday Brunch. A unique Calgary brunch experience in the heart of Destination Africa. Learn more at calgaryzoo.com.

Mondays to Thursdays, 9am to 12pm; Active Toddlers at the Genesis Centre. Bring your little one for a delightful playtime adventure with our bouncy castle, toys, puzzles, and a lot more for free. Learn more at genesis-centre.ca.

Thursdays, 4 to 4:30pm; Storytime at Mastermind Toys. Mastermind Toys often has special events at their Calgary stores, including storytime. Check with your store to confirm details. Learn more at mastermindtoys.com.

Weekends; Asylum for Art Brunch. Asylum for Art hosts weekend brunch and live music at the WaffleHaus Saloon. Admission is by donation, and you can reserve a spot. Learn more at asylumforart.ca.

Monday and Wednesday from 10 to 11:30 am. The Beach YYC Drop-In Children’s Playtime. On Monday and Wednesday mornings take part in children’s play time at the beach. Learn more at thebeachyyc.ca.

Monday to Thursday, 9am; Parent + Tot Drop-In at Cavalry FC Regional Field House. Cavalry offers a variety of drop-in programs for parents to participate in with their children ages 18 months to three years old. Learn more at regionalfieldhouse.com.

Drop-In Programs at City of Calgary Recreation Centres. Don’t miss out on Active Play where you can bring your kiddo’s energy to an indoor play space. Learn more at calgary.ca.

Storytime at Calgary Public Library. Drop into various Calgary Public Library locations to enjoy stories, songs, and finger plays for the whole family at Family Storytime. Learn more at calgarylibrary.ca.