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April 2 to 12

April 3, 8pm; The Rock Orchestra by Candlelight. The Rock Orchestra by Candlelight returns to the Southern Jubilee Auditorium with an epic new 90-minute concert, breathing beautifully dark energy into legendary rock and metal. Learn more at jubileeauditorium.com.

Until April 4; ADFA Calgary Region One Act Play Festival. The Pumphouse Theatre and Alberta Drama Festival Association have returned for this annual festival. From drama to comedy, new works to classics, the One Act Play Festival offers something for everyone. Learn more at adfa.ca.

April 4, 10am; RONA Kiddos’ Workshop: Workshop for Little Gardeners. Your children will learn how to start seeds, discover the basics of gardening, and go home with their own seedlings to plant this summer. Learn more at rona.ca.

April 4; 10am to 12pm; Landmark Cinemas Sensory-Friendly Movie: The Super Mario Galaxy Movie. For those movie lovers who prefer or require a sensory-friendly environment, catch the latest films for all ages at Morning Movies pricing. Learn more at landmarkcinemas.com.

April 4, 7:30pm; The Story of Nirvana with El Niven. Experience the explosive rise of Nirvana like never before at the Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium. Learn more at jubileeauditorium.com.

April 5, 11am to 1pm; All Sport, One Community Sports Day. The Youth Central Mayor’s Youth Council and Sport Calgary invite you to try badminton and soccer, meet new people, and experience how sport bring community together at Genesis Centre. For youths ages 14 to 18. Learn more at youthcentral.com.

April 6, 10am to 12pm; Staples Kids’ Events: FIMO Clay Friendly Tuxedo Cat.  Kids will sculpt an adorable tuxedo cat using black and white FIMO clay while learning fun, hands-on sculpting basics at participating Staples stores. Learn more at eventbrite.com.

April 7; Landmark Cinemas Park the Stroller: Super Mario Galaxy Movie. Movies in a baby-friendly environment. The house lights will be raised, the movie volume will be lowered, and talking or moving with your baby is encouraged. Learn more at landmarkcinemas.com.

April 7 to May 3; Theatre Calgary Presents: A Doll’s House. Ibsen’s theatrical giant of a play still shocks and exhilarates audiences to this day. Join at Max Bell Theatre for the Canadian premiere of Amy Herzog’s fresh, compact, and devastatingly contemporary adaptation that took Broadway by storm. Learn more at theatrecalgary.com.

April 8, 10am to 12pm; Staples Kids’ Event: LEGO Botanicals Micro Cactus. In this creative session, children will build their own mini flowering cactus and explore the lifelike details of this unique LEGO® model at participating Staples stores. Learn more at eventbrite.ca.

April 10, 4:30 to 5:45pm; Free Soccer Friday. Free Soccer Fridays invites kids to a free, unstructured, drop-in soccer opportunity. This is a chance for youth of all ages and abilities to play and enjoy the sport. Learn more at calgaryminorsoccer.com.

April 10, 8 to 10:30pm; Jazz on Lincoln Park: Jon May’s Standard Ska Quintet. His new project Jon May’s Standard Ska Quintet is a unique way of interpreting improvisatory jazz standards with more of a laid-back island feel. Growing up in the early 90’s Jon was exposed not only to Jazz and popular music, but was also influenced by many local New England groups influencing his sound. This group is an autobiographical look back on some of the grooves and music that made him the musician he is today. Learn more at tickets.mru.ca.

April 10 to 11; La Vida Loca: Latin Pop Hits. Get on your feet and let’s get loud as your Calgary Phil performs the greatest hits of Latin pop! Conductor Enrico Lopez-Yañez leads the Orchestra and an ensemble of vocalists and instrumentalists in this high-octane concert celebrating the music of superstars like Enrique Iglesias, Gloria Estefan, Ricky Martin, Jennifer Lopez, and more at Jack Singer Concert Hall. Learn more at calgaryphil.com.

April 10 to 12; Market Collective at Contemporary Calgary. Market Collective brings together a curated lineup of local artists, makers, culinary creators, and vintage curators for a weekend full of art workshops, food trucks, community connection, and more. This spring market is the first to put a major emphasis on participatory art experience, with the goal of fostering local artistic talent from an early age. Learn more at marketcollective.ca.

April 10 to 18; The Midnight Fort. When nine-year-old Robin’s couch-cushion fort magically transforms into a gateway to the whimsical kingdom of Cravendale, she’s swept into an unforgettable adventure filled with sprites, Wally-Bats, and mysterious grannies at Brookfield Residential YMCA at Seton on April 10 to 11 and Shane Homes YMCA at Rocky Ridge on April 17 to 18. Learn more at ymcacalgary.org.

April 10 to 18; Murder at the Park: Death on the Dancefloor. Sharpen your detective skills for Murder at the Park: Death on the Dancefloor, where a lively night at the Heritage Park Wainwright Hotel turns deadly and no two endings are ever the same. Learn more at heritagepark.ca.

April 10 to May 23; Rosebud Theatre Presets: Hurry Hard. Hurry Hard is a hilarious and heartfelt comedy about what it takes to overcome impossible odds. Learn more at rosebudtheatre.com.

April 11; National Hockey Card Day. Get a free pack of Upper Deck NHL® trading cards on National Hockey Card Day. Fans can visit participating hobby shops to get National Hockey Card Day packs on April 11. See participating retailers here: upperdeck.com.

April 11; The Happiness Path Hangouts for Teen Girls. THP Hangouts are a monthly meetup for teen girls, come as you are to connect, create, move and have fun. No pressure, no supplies, just you at Social Grounds in Oakridge. Learn more at eventbrite.ca.

April 11; Home Depot Kids’ Workshop: Build a Farm Planter. If you are looking for a fun activity to do with the family, Home Depot has a great workshop for kids that will teach them about building. Learn more at homedepot.ca.

April 11, 10am to 3:30pm; Calgary Toy Show & Sale. Thousands of vintage and modern collectible toys at Edgemont Community Centre. Learn more at calgarytoyshow.com.

April 11, 10am to 6pm; The National Women’s Show. With more than 250 exhibits offering the largest selection of products and services for women, there is something for everyone at the BMO Centre. Learn more at nationalwomenshow.com.

April 11; 11am; Cineplex Family Favourites: David. Visit participating Cineplex theatres near you and watch a favorite family film each week for only $3.99. Learn more at cineplex.com.

April 11, 1 to 3pm; Nintendo Trivia Showdown. Wa-hoo! Can you get a perfect score at Nintendo Trivia? With Mario and Luigi returning to theatres this month, come show off your knowledge of the iconic brotherly duo and the extended Nintendo console and game library in a family-friendly trivia challenge. Collect the most coins across three trivia rounds to win something better than a 1-Up: a big screen gaming experience in the Burnswest Theatre! Learn more at theconfluence.ca.

April 11 to May 3; Loose Moose Theatre Presents: The Frog Prince. 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. Learn more at loosemoose.com.

April 11 to May 30; Jubilations Junior” Despicable Minionz. The most notorious supervillain in the world is finally rehabilitated and now has a job… reforming other supervillains? Learn more at jubilations.ca/calgary-junior.

Until April 12; StoryBook Theatre Presents: Anne of Green Gables: The Musical. Everyone’s favorite redhead returns to Beddington Arts Theatre as Anne Shirley arrives unexpectedly at a small farming community. Learn more at storybooktheatre.org.

April 12, 11am to 12pm; Studio Bell & National Music Centre Events: Folk for Families. The 2026 CFMAs will feature bilingual concerts and a renewed focus on national and international export development. Each concert will feature several award presentations, and will highlight the creativity, diversity, and cultural significance of the Canadian folk music scene today. Learn more at studiobell.ca.

April 12, 1 to 3pm; Michaels MakeBreak: Analog Bag Demo + Make a Bag Charm. Stop by your local Michaels to learn all about analog bags. Staff will tell you what they are and how to make your very own. Learn more at canada.michaels.com.

April 12, 2:30 to 4:30pm; Calgary Civic Symphony Presents: Beethoven Meets Batman. Beethoven’s Symphony No. 3 Eroica is a masterwork that joins a program of iconic film scores including highlights from Spider-Man, Wonder Woman, The Dark Knight, and Superman. Learn more at calgarycivicsymphony.ca.

April 12 to May 31; High Tea at the Zoo. High Tea at the zoo is a full day of spring fun, perfect for all ages. Your ticket includes entry to the zoo with a 1.5 hour High Tea seating that allows you to indulge delicious finger sandwiches, scones, and mouthwatering snacks, complemented by a selection of tasty loose leaf teas. Don’t miss out on this elegant affair in Grazers Restaurant on select Sundays from April 12 to May 31. Learn more at calgaryzoo.com.

Easter Events

April 3, 10am to 12pm; Easter Egg Hunt for Dogs (and their families). Thousands of colorful eggs are filled with dog treats and hidden all over a defined area near Calaway Park. Participants (dogs with the assistance of their humans) will hunt and collect eggs. Come out for a fun filled morning with lots of treats and the chance to win great prizes. All money raised support NSD’s award winning Certified Service Dog programs. Learn more at nsd.on.ca.

April 3 to 5, 9am to 4pm; TELUS Spark Easter Egg Hunt. The science centre has tons of things happening on Easter weekend, including extended hours and an Easter egg hunt. Learn more at sparkscience.ca.

April 3 to 5, 10am to 12pm; Lake Louise Ski Resort Easter Bunny. The Easter Bunny will make his annual appearance at Lake Louise over the Easter long weekend. He never fails to have a basket full of chocolate eggs, so be sure to come and spend a day or three here at Canada’s Natural Playground. Learn more at skilouise.com.

April 3 to 5, 10am to 4pm; Butterfield Acres Spring Babies Festival. Enjoy hands-on visits with baby farm animals, tractor-pulled wagon rides, pony rides, seasonal treats, spring photo opportunities and more! This is one of Butterfield Acres’ most popular events of the year, and tickets often sell out in advance. Visits are scheduled in specific two-hour time windows, and advance ticket purchase is required. Learn more at butterfieldacres.com.

April 3 to 5, 11am; Easter Tea at Heritage Park. Join for an elegant Easter tradition filled with delicious flavors, history and charm at Heritage Park’s annual Easter Tea. Learn more at heritagepark.ca.

April 3 to 6; Easter Eggstravaganza Weekend at the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo. Join the egg-citement with new games and experiences for the ‘hoppiest’ of Easter celebrations! Free with the purchase of a daily admission ticket. Enjoy treat stations, candy bags, decoration station, lawn games, a coloring mural and more. Learn more at calgaryzoo.com.

April 4; BP Church Easter Egg Hunt. Free massive egg hunt with 40,000 eggs, bouncy castles and prizes. Learn more at bpchurch.ca.

April 4, 10am to 4pm; Taylor Markets — Easter Egg-stravaganza. This event will include vendors, food trucks, pony rides, face painting, crafting workshops, and a balloon artist at Bowness Community Association. Get your free pictures with the Easter Bunny and free loot bags for the first 100 families. Learn more at taylormarkets.ca.

April 4, 11am; Cineplex Family Favourites: Hop. Visit participating Cineplex theatres near you and watch a favorite family film each week for only $3.99. Learn more at cineplex.com.

April 4, 11am and 1pm; Indigo Kids: Create & Paint Egg. Hop into spring! Join in store for storytime and decorate a seasonal keepsake egg. Learn more at indigo.ca/en-ca/events.

April 4, 11am to 2pm; Blue Grass Garden Centre: Hoppy Easter Kids’ Event. Join for an afternoon of egg hunts, creative activities, and plenty of springtime excitement. It’s the perfect way to welcome the season and create special Easter memories with your little ones. Learn more at bluegrassnursery.com.

April 4, 11am to 3pm; Spruce Meadows Easter Egg-Venture. The outdoor All Canada Ring and Founders Plaza will transform into a festive Easter playground filled with thousands of hidden eggs, family activities, live entertainment, food trucks, vendors and more. Learn more at sprucemeadows.com.

April 4, 12 to 2pm; Journey Church Easter Egg Hunt. Check out this free community egg hunt with family-friendly activities. Learn more at myjourney.church/easter.

April 4, 12 to 5pm; Trico Homes Easter Egg Hunt. Trico Homes has hidden more than 50 chocolate eggs from Master Chocolat across their showhomes in Legacy, Wolf Willow and Creekview. Bring the family and hop between homes for a day of fun.

April 4, 1 to 3pm; Deerfoot City Easter Egg Hunt. Enjoy the mall-wide egg hunt and meet the Easter Bunny. Learn more at deerfootcity.com.

April 4, 2 to 5pm; Capitol Hill Annual Easter Egg-stravanagza! The sweet egg-scape is back in Capitol Hill. Get ready for Hammerhill Stables pony rides, egg hunts, live performances Anna and Elsa and the Little Mermaid, DJ stageshow, beer garden, and so much more. Grab your free tickets, mark your calendar, and prepare yourself for egg-streme Easter fun! Learn more at capitolhill.getcommunal.com.

April 4 to 5; Easter Brunch at the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo. Embark on a wild and delightful adventure this Easter weekend and indulge in the Easter Specialty Brunch at the zoo! You can enjoy both gourmet and comfort breakfast foods, including a free-flowing chocolate fountain with fresh fruit, eggs Benedict with Canadian bacon, a Belgian waffle bar, cooked to order omelettes, and much more. Learn more at calgaryzoo.com.

Until April 5; Cabela’s Bass Pro Easter Activities. Get free photos with the Easter Bunny and find everything you need for all your spring adventures. Reservations required. Learn more at basspro.com.

April 5; Free Easter Fun at City of Calgary Rec Centres. Enjoy free swimming at skating at select City of Calgary Recreation Centres. Learn more at calgary.ca/parks-rec-programs/free.

April 5, 9am; Easter Brunch at Heritage Park. Celebrate Easter with a festive brunch at Heritage Park, where spring flavors and time-honored favorites come together in one unforgettable buffet. Learn more at heritagepark.ca.

April 5, 10 to 11am; Mount Norquay Easter Fun. Grab your baskets and put on your snow boots because hundreds of Easter eggs are hidden and waiting for adventurous kids of all ages to find them. Each egg you discover leads to a sweet reward, with thousands of chocolate treats ready to delight every hunter. ­ Learn more at banffnorquay.com.

April 5, 11am to 1pm; Banff Sunshine Village Easter Weekend. Take part in a non-denominational Easter service at 11am. Following the service, there will be an Easter Egg Hunt for the kids as they ski or ride down Strawberry. Learn more at skibanff.com.

April 6, 1 to 5pm; Roller Palace: Bunny Skate. Hop to the Roller Palace for an Easter themed afternoon of skating. Learn mor at rollerpalace.ca.

Until April 7; Kensington Easter BINGO. Hop around the neighborhood, visit participating businesses and fill your BINGO card along the way. Snap a photo and share on social media (tag @kensingtonyyc) to win cash. Learn more at kensingtonyyc.com.

Ongoing

Until April 14; Stage West Theatre Presents: Who’s Under Where? Combine suspicious spouses, stolen underwear and mistaken identities with $5 million, a scantily clad model and a lecherous security guard and you have the recipe for this giddy farce in the classic tradition. Learn more at stagewestcalgary.com.

Wednesdays until April 22; Storytime at Heritage Park. Treat your little ones to a magical storytelling experience at Heritage Park. Settle in at the Railway Orientation Centre as enthusiastic volunteers share beloved classics and modern favorites. Learn more at heritagepark.ca.

Until April 22; Spring Ghost Tours. Step into the shadows and explore the eerie side of history with Heritage Park’s spine-chilling Calgary Ghost Tours. As night falls, the Park’s historic streets come alive with tales of haunted buildings, mysterious apparitions and unexplained phenomena. Learn more at heritagepark.ca.

Thursdays until June 25; Downtown Tutoring Club Chinatown. Need help with homework? This free, drop-in tutoring program is for junior high and high school students. Tutors walk around and help with English, math, and science, whether you have one small question or a lot of work. Walk-ins welcome at 110 3 Avenue SE. Learn more by emailing [email protected].

Mondays until June 29; Downtown Tutoring Club CORE. Need help with homework? This free, drop-in tutoring program is for junior high and high school students. Tutors walk around and help with English, math, and science, whether you have one small question or a lot of work. Walk-ins welcome at 131 7 Avenue SW. Learn more by emailing [email protected].

Thursdays until the end of June, 3 to 6pm; NMC Jam Club. A free after-school drop-in program for teens looking to practice their skills at Studio Bell. Learn more at studiobell.ca.

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.

All winter; Monday Night Twoonie Skate at Olympic Oval. Lace up and hit The Fastest Ice in the World™ every Monday this season for the Monday Night Toonie Skate. From 6pm to 8pm, you can carve up the ice for $2. Learn more at oval.ucalgary.ca.