What’s Up This Week?

March 6 to 16

March 6 to 15; The Wilds by WONDERHEADS. Go on a captivating, wordless adventure with The Wilds by WONDERHEAD. This award-winning show combines signature masks, whimsical puppetry, and enchanting music to tell the story of Wendell, who embarks on a journey through a mysterious forest to find his missing wife, Tilda, and their beloved tree at Rosebud Theatre Opera House. Learn more at rosebudtheatre.com.

March 7, 6 to 10pm; Murder at the Park: A Wedding to Die For. Step into a thrilling evening of mystery, music, dinner and a murder most foul at the Wainwright Hotel. Set in 1922, during the prohibition era, this devilishly exciting three-act murder mystery will keep you on the edge of your seat. Learn more at heritagepark.ca.

March 8; Home Depot Kids’ Workshop: Build a Basketball Game. Kids ages five to 12 will get busy with a woodworking project and build something amazing using real-life tools. Pre-registration is required, and parents must participate. Learn more at homedepot.ca.

March 8, 10am to 2pm; From Bumps To Babies & Beyond: A Curated Market Sponsored by Calgary’s Child. The ultimate family friendly event you don’t want to miss at the Acadia Recreational Complex. This fun-filled day of shopping, connecting, and discovering everything you need for your growing family has more than 50 vendors. You’ll find everything from baby essentials and maternity must-haves to unique products made by local makers and businesses. Learn more at mommyconnections.ca/calgary.

March 8, 10am to 5pm; Kensington Art Supply Spring Art & Craft Market. A fun day filled with amazing art and community support. All items are priced at $200 or less so you can take home an original piece without breaking the bank. Learn more at kensingtonartsupply.com.

March 8, 1 to 2pm; Women’s History Walk. Celebrate International Women’s Day with a one-hour outdoor walking tour around the lands of The Confluence. Learn more at theconfluence.ca.

March 8, 1 to 5pm; Celebrate International Women’s Day at The Military Museums. Honor the contributions of women in the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF). This full-day event will feature speeches from female soldiers, sailors, and aviators who have made remarkable contributions to domestic and foreign operations. Celebrate the women who have shaped history and inspire future generations. Learn more at themilitarymuseums.ca.

March 8, 7 to 8:30pm; Floral Design Workshop. Join Bloom Culture for a fun and inspiring floral arranging workshop where you’ll create a vibrant, bold bouquet. Whether you’re looking to unleash your creativity or gift a beautiful arrangement, this workshop is the perfect way to celebrate International Women’s Day! Learn more at bloomculture.ca.

March 8, 7:30pm; Simply the Best: The Music of Tina Turner. Get ready to rock out on International Women’s Day with a tribute to pop legend Tina Turner. LaKisha Jones, Armando Imagines, and Nova Y. Payton bring their electrifying vocals to the Queen of Rock n’ Roll’s megahits at Jack Singer Concert Hall. Learn more at calgaryphil.com.

March 8 to 31; BUMP Mural Tours: The Connaught Tour. An urban adventure through Calgary where you can see the city through the eyes of the artists activating our streets. Immerse yourself in the Connaught neighborhood and experience a blend of inner-city life and heritage charm. Learn more at yycbump.ca.

March 9, 8 to 11am; Muslim Families Network Society Food and Clothing Drive. Donate food, clothing, toys and small household items to the Muslim Families Network Society Food and Clothing Drive. Last year, they served over 8,000 underprivileged members of the community. Learn more at muslimfamilynetwork.org.

March 9, 11am to 12pm; Fireside Stories at The Confluence. Grab a cup of cider or hot chocolate, find a comfy seat and immerse yourself in tales expertly crafted by our speakers. This March, hear stories about the Métis culture and people from Métis artisan and storyteller Janis Laboucane. Learn more at theconfluence.ca.

March 9, 12 to 2pm; LEGO® Store Make and Take: Steering Wheel. LEGO® Steering Wheel make and take event is intended for participants aged 6+ years. The LEGO Steering Wheel model will be available on a first come first serve basis, at participating locations, while supplies last. Learn more at lego.com.

March 9 to 11, 6pm; Remember Also Me. Experience a play about the war in Ukraine with real life stories at The Artist Lounge. Learn more at calgaryucc.ca.

March 10, 9:30 to 11am; Tiny Tots Organized Playdate. Looking for a chance to connect your little ones with others and have some adult conversation and encouragement? Tiny Tots is a free program through Harvest Hills Alliance Church that runs every second and fourth Monday of each month till June. Learn more at hhachurch.com.

March 11; Landmark Cinemas Park the Stroller. For “grown-up” movie lovers who want to get their fix of the latest blockbusters or indie films in a baby-friendly environment. To ensure your experience is “baby-friendly,” the theatre raises the house lights and lowers the volume of the movie. Learn more at landmarkcinemas.com.

March 11, 5:30pm; Dinner and a Movie at Heritage Park: Ghostbusters. Warm up this March with dinner and a movie at Heritage Park. Start your evening with a gourmet three-course meal in the iconic Gasoline Alley Museum, surrounded by vintage vehicles. Then, settle in for a classic film on the big screen, complete with popcorn. Learn more at heritagepark.ca.

March 11 to 29; Festival of Animated Objects. Breathing life into the inanimate and giving expression to the inert, the Festival of Animated Objects brings world-class artists to engage and entertain audiences of all ages through the innovative and sophisticated art of storytelling through mask, puppetry and animated objects at various venues around the city. Learn more at puppetfestival.ca.

March 13 to 22; Calgary Young People’s Theatre Presents: The Smoking Gun. Fresh out the slammer, Hazel Hawkins is back on the streets and out for revenge. With her rag-tag crew behind her, Hazel’s weaving the web for one last job. It’s a dangerous game at West Village Theatre. Learn more at cypt.ca.

March 13 to 15; Alberta Ballet Presents: The Wizard of Oz. Francesco Ventriglia’s enchanting The Wizard of Oz invites the audience on a spectacular voyage through a world of imagination, heart, and courage at the Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium. Learn more at albertaballet.com.

March 13 to 15; Small Time Theatre Presents, Fiddler on the Roof Jr. The special adaptation of the Broadway musical, Fiddler on the Roof Jr. follows Tevye the milkman as he tries to protect his family and his way of life from a changing world. This community theatre production is performed by an all children’s and youth cast. It will be sure to delight your whole family. Learn more at smalltimetheatre.ca.

March 13 to 16; Calgary International Auto and Truck Show. The Calgary International Auto and Truck Show is Calgary’s #1 Annual Automotive show at the BMO Centre. All the latest and most exciting cars and trucks will be on display so don’t miss it. Learn more at autoshowcalgary.com.

March 13 to 16; New Horizon Rock N’ Gem Show. Join at New Horizon Mall for a rock and gem adventure featuring top vendors from across Canada. Discover over 400 tables filled with stunning crystals, unique minerals, jewelry, beads, fossils, and stylish home decor. Learn more at cangems.ca.

March 14, 4:30 to 6pm; Free Soccer Fridays. 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.

March 14, 5:30pm; Kids Night Out. A Friday night party that is just for the kids! Join the fun, dancing, games and activities and make new friends while parents enjoy a quiet night to themselves. Located two blocks from Chinook Mall. Pizza, snacks and drinks are included. Learn more at studiothreedancecompany.com.

March 14, 5:30 to 9:30pm; Grazers Dining Series – Farm to Table (18+). Get ready for a fun-filled evening filled with incredible food, great company, and amazing flavours. Each evening features a delicious dinner crafted by the zoo culinary team, expertly paired with alcohol selections, and a special guest speaker. Learn more at calgaryzoo.com.

March 14 to 22; Two Moons: A Folk Lullaby. Part concert, part play Two Moons: A Folk Lullaby is a poignant and intimate solo-show that delves into one woman’s journey with reproductive rights. Through soulful music and passionate storytelling, Sonia shares a catchy yet heartfelt personal account with the crowd at Pumphouse Theatre. Learn more at universe.com.

March 15, 10am to 4pm; Calgary Comic Book Show. Come check out more than 20 comic book vendors under one big roof at Millican Ogden Community Association. Learn more at calgarycomicbooks.com.

March 15, 7pm; Holi Hungama. Holi Hungama is back to shower you with joy, colours, and the ultimate festive vibes at The Magnolia Banquet Hall. Learn more at sparqproductions.com.

March 15, 7:30pm; Controlled Burn. Revive your spirit in an evening with the Calgary Phil as it performs Josef Suk’s soul-stirring “Asrael” Symphony, a moving memorial to Dvorák, his beloved teacher, and Dvorák’s daughter Otilie, who was Suk’s wife. Cree artist Cris Derksen stars in the Calgary premiere of her work inspired by a traditional Indigenous practice used to manage wildfires in which flames are transformed from threat to tool at Jack Singer Concert Hall. Learn more at calgaryphil.com.

March 15 to 16, 9am to 5pm; Medieval Combat Team Canada Qualifiers. Join at Shriners Stables for an action-packed day of intense medieval combat. Watch as skilled fighters battle it out for a chance to represent Canada on the international stage. Learn more at eventbrite.ca.

March 15 to 23; YMCA Presents: LiLuune by Jamie Konchak. This beautiful sea-side puppet show explores themes of living along with nature, control and anxiety, embracing challenges, courage, moving beyond failure and inviting personal growth at Shane Homes YMCA at Rocky Ridge. Learn more at ymcacalgary.org/ymca-arts-presents.

March 15 to April 13; Vertigo Theatre Presents: A Killing at La Cucina. This world premiere of a new Canadian play is a delicious whodunnit of the highest order that introduces a new legend of crime solving in a fast-paced and intense mystery. Learn more at tickets.vertigotheatre.com.

March 16, 1 to 4pm; Collage Art at The Confluence. Explore history in a new way – through collage art! Past meets the present in this two-hour program exploring the mixed media art form of collage, where you’ll break down and piece back together copies of historical photographs, modern magazines and other textile materials to create your own unique piece of art. Learn more at theconfluence.ca.

March 16, 3 to 4pm; Symphony Sundays: The Unicorn’s Birthday. Hear, see, and imagine as the Calgary Phil presents a musical world of friendly penguins, monkeys, ducks, and other animals celebrating the unicorn’s birthday at Jack Singer Concert Hall. Learn more at calgaryphil.com.

March 16 to 18; Earth Science for Society Exhibition. Exhibitors from across Canada engage and inspire their visitors, showcase the value of Earth science, and share their geoscience expertise. Visitors enjoy interactive hands-on exhibits. Kindergarten to Grade 12 youth are given age-appropriate Scavenger Hunt booklets to encourage interaction with exhibitors and the chance to win a prize at MacEwan Hall University of Calgary. Learn more at esfscanada.com.

Ongoing

Fridays until March 21, 8:30 to 10am; Trico Centre Tot Time. Children (walking to six years old) can enjoy playing with a variety of equipment. It does require parent participation and there will be a Trico facilitator present to encourage play and ensure the safety of participants. Learn more at tricocentre.ca.

Until March 22; Jubilations Dinner Theatre Presents: The Big Bang Theory: A Musical. Join Sheldon and the gang as they navigate the ups and downs of life, love, and the pursuit of cosmic understanding. Learn more at jubilations.ca.

Until March 22; Jubilations Junior Presents: Spider-Boy The Musical Spiderverse. Peter is having a tough time keeping his Spider-Boy identity a secret while the new girl at school is making it hard for him to focus on fighting crime. Meanwhile, the Green Goblin is causing chaos and with Spider-Boy distracted, the city is in peril. Learn more at jubilations.ca.

Until March 26; PHENOMENA The Exhibition at TELUS Spark. PHENOMENA: The Exhibition invites you to uncover the science behind illusions and explore the mechanisms that govern human perception. Through hands-on experiences and captivating exhibits, discover how your brain can be tricked and learn about the scientific principles behind these deceptions. Learn more at sparkscience.ca.

Until March 31; Nightrise. Suphur Mountain’s summit is transformed through four digital art installations. Learn more at banffjaspercollection.com.

Until April 13; Stage West Theatre Presents: Too Many Cooks in the Kitchen. After the crash, Irving Bubbalowe and his daughter Honey risked everything to open a new restaurant. But when their star singing chef, the renowned François LaPlouffe, fails to show up for the grand opening, the event is suddenly in jeopardy. Learn more at stagewestcalgary.com.

Until April 16, 10am to 12pm; Daytime Playtime Drop-In. Drop-in weekly playtime in the gym at Perfect Storm Athletics Calgary. Run around on the sprung floor, use the tumbling equipment to tumble or make forts, listen to music, and play games. Unstructured, parent supervised play. Learn more at perfectstormathletics.com.

Until April 27; Sunday Brunch at Heritage Park. Sundays are for relaxing and brunch! At the Selkirk, they’ve got you covered with a delicious buffet featuring fluffy pancakes, crispy bacon, fresh seasonal fruit and chef-inspired dishes that’ll make your taste buds dance. Learn more at heritagepark.ca.

Wednesdays until April 30; Story Time at Heritage Park. Treat your little ones to a magical storytelling experience at Heritage Park! Settle in at the Railway Orientation Centre as our enthusiastic volunteers share beloved classics and modern favorites. Learn more at heritagepark.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.

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.

Mondays all fall and winter, 6 to 8pm; Olympic Oval Monday Night Toonie Skates. Skate on the fastest ice in the world every Monday this season for only a toonie. Learn more at oval.ucalgary.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.