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On March 18, 2025 by

March 20 to 30

March 20; Free Dairy Queen Ice Cream Cone Day. Kick off treat season — and the first day of spring — with a with a free small vanilla cone deal for DQ® Rewards members. All you have to do is download the DQ® App and you’ll find the deal waiting for you. Learn more at dairyqueen.com.

March 20, 10:30 to 11:15am; Once Upon a Season by Bach Tots. Bach Tots is a performing arts company dedicated to creating shows for children up to six years old and their grown-ups. Get ready for a charming barnyard adventure that will delight your little ones! Bach Tots brings Once Upon a Season to cSPACE Marda Loop’s Studio Theatre. Learn more at bachtots.org/what-s-on.

March 20 to 22; St John Choir Schola Presents: The Music Man Jr. Join for the highly anticipated SJCS 2025 spring musical adapted from the Tony Award-winning Broadway classic, The Music Man by Meredith Willson, featuring some of musical theatre’s most iconic songs and a story filled with wit, warmth and good old-fashioned romance at Bow Valley Christian Church. Learn more at sjcschola.ca.

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.

March 21, 9:30am to 3pm; Discovery Days: Peek Past the Cattails. Splash into a day of fun and discovery as Bow Habitat Station explores how you can help protect Alberta’s water and the amazing animals that depend on it. Take part in exciting hands-on activities that show how water makes the world go ’round. Dive in and learn how to keep this precious resource flowing. Learn more at bowhabitat.alberta.ca.

March 21, 3 to 8pm; Puppet Stuff Canada: World Puppetry Day. Meet the team of professional, full-time puppeteers and fabricators at Puppet Stuff Canada and join in the celebration of World Puppetry Day. The visit includes puppet-building activities, a chance to try your hand at film and TV-style puppetry and photo opportunities with Puppet Stuff’s colorful cast of characters. Learn more at puppetstuffcanada.ca.

March 21, 6 to 10pm; Magic and Music – March Break Kickoff Spectacular. Deano the Magician and local musician Liam Testo will dazzle the March Break crowd with live performances at Capitol Hill Community Association. Tickets are free but required. Learn more at capitolhill.getcommunal.com.

March 21 to 22, 7:30pm; Jeneba Kanneh-Mason plays Mozart. Rising star Jeneba Kanneh-Mason captivates in the sunny energy and poignant lyricism of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s Piano Concerto No. 23 at Jack Singer Concert Hall. Learn more at calgaryphil.com.

March 21, 22, 28 and 29, 6 to 10pm; Murder at the Park at Heritage Park. 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 21 to 30; Landmark Cinemas Spring Break Movies. The kids are out of school, now get ’em out of the house during Spring Movie Break at Landmark Cinemas. Choose from select family-friendly movies for just $5 each, with $1 from every ticket sold donated to Kids Help Phone. Learn more at landmarkcinemas.com.

Until March 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.

Until March 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.

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.

March 22; 9am to 4pm; Fueling Brains Academy Open Houses. Visit one of the eight campuses on and see why Fueling Brains Academy is a leader in early childhood education. Tour the campus and learn about the unique three-in-one multi-environment curriculum. Learn more at fuelingbrains.ca/events.

March 22, 11am to 1pm; Cineplex Family Favourites: The Secret Life of Pets. Visit participating Cineplex theatres near you and watch a favorite family film each week for only $3.99. Learn more at cineplex.com.

March 22, 1 to 2pm; Women’s History Walk at The Confluence. Celebrate International Women’s Day with a one-hour outdoor walking tour around the lands of The Confluence. In this tour, you’ll discover some of the hidden histories of women who made an impact on the lands we now call Calgary—from First Nations and Métis women to new settlers on the prairies—and delve into why women have been long overlooked in stories about our history. Learn more at theconfluence.ca.

March 22, 6 to 9:30pm; Earth Hour Celebration at Central Library. Check out Central Library for a celebration of community and environmental sustainability. You’ll discover free family fun, Indigenous performances, a Repair Exchange, interactive booths, pedal power bikes, and a dance party from 8:30 to 9:30pm. Learn more at calgarylibrary.ca.

March 22 to 23; Calgary Golf Show. With an indoor driving range, Million Dollar Clearance Centre, exclusive show specials from exhibitors, and a course full of exhibits, interactive areas, and activities for all ages, the 2025 PGA of Alberta Golf Show will be a weekend you don’t want to miss at the BMO Centre. Learn more at pgaofalberta.com.

March 22 and 29; Horse-drawn carriage ride at Heritage Park. Take your family on a spring break adventure with a horse-drawn carriage ride at Heritage Park. After, explore Gasoline Alley Museum – your ride includes admission. Learn more at heritagepark.ca.

Until March 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.

Until March 23; Broadway Across Canada Presents: Tina: The Tina Turner Musical. A celebration of resilience and an inspiration of triumph over adversity by Tina Turner at Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium. Learn more at calgary.broadway.com.

March 23, 11am to 4pm; The Barn Artisan Market. Shop local, support local! The Barn Artisan Market has two floors of local vendors with unique, hand-crafted, and made-in-Alberta products. Learn more at thebarnartisanmarket.ca.

March 24 to 28; Toys R Us March Break Events. Looking for ways to keep the kids entertained this March break? Participating Toys R Us stores have something planned for each day from the 24 to 28. Learn more at toysrus.ca.

March 24 to 28; Cineplex March Break Movies. The March Break Family Favourites generally play each weekday at participating theatres during Calgary’s spring break. Learn more at cineplex.com.

March 24 to 28; Mastermind Toys Spring Break Activities. Join in-store for spring break demo events and activities. Learn more at mastermindtoys.

March 24 to 30, 1pm; Spring Break Fun at Indigo. Participating Indigo stores will keep your kids hopping this spring break with fun events, crafts and activities. Learn more at indigo.ca.

March 25; 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 a landmarkcinemas.com.

March 25, 5:30pm; Heritage Park Dinner and a Movie: Footloose. 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 25; The Beach Boys. Catch the legendary Beach Boys as they bring their timeless hits to the WinSport Event Centre for one night only! It’s the perfect gift for music lovers of all ages. Learn more at ticketmaster.ca.

March 25 and 27, 1pm; Staples Kids’ Events. Free programs for the young and young at heart. Check out the cool activities and crafts at  eventbrite.com.

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.

March 26, 2 to 5pm; House of Skate: Spring Break Skate Party. Get the kids moving with a mid-day skate party. Reserve your ticket to guarantee admission at your desired time. Learn more at houseofskate.ca.

March 26, 7 to 9pm; Spring Ghost Tour at Heritage Park. The Historical Village falls eerily silent after sunset. Enter the gates, if you dare, for a ghost tour through its darkened streets, uncovering the haunted tales hidden within its century-old buildings. Learn more at heritagepark.ca.

March 28, 7:30pm; The Music of ABBA with Rajaton. Renowned Finnish vocal sensation Rajaton performs the ultimate tribute to Swedish pop supergroup ABBA, with your Calgary Phil led by guest conductor Stuart Chafetz at Jack Singer Concert Hall. Learn more at calgaryphil.com.

March 28 to 30; World of Wheels. All the finest hot rods, motorcycles, customs, and trucks are coming to the BMO Centre for World of Wheels. Don’t miss out on this car lovers’ paradise. Learn more at autorama.com.

Until March 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 29, 10am to 4pm; Inglewood Indoor Garage Sale. Vendors will showcase pre-loved treasures, like antiques, collectibles, household items, clothing, house decor, tools, and more at Alexandra Centre Society.

March 29, 11am to 1pm; Cineplex Family Favourites: Migration. Visit participating Cineplex theatres near you and watch a favorite family film each week for only $3.99. Learn more at cineplex.com.

March 29 to 30; Outdoor Adventure and Travel Show. Alberta’s largest showcase of outdoor gear and adventure travel experiences t BMO Centre. Learn more at outdooradventureshow.ca.

March 30, 11am to 4pm; The Spring Market at the Deerfoot Inn & Casino. Join in the Hallway, the Sundance & Bridlewood, Midnapore ballroom where you will find up to 90 vendors offering you everything you may need to bring Spring into your home and spirit! Learn more at facebook.com.

Ongoing

Until March 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.

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

Until March 31; Rendez-vous de le Francophonie. Take part in a host of activities and contests, in your community or at home! Learn Francophone expressions, do a fun comic strip activity, view free films, listen to audio theatre performances … There’s something for everyone, from kids to adults! Learn more at rvf.ca/en.

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 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.

Until April 13; Theatre Calgary Presents: Blithe Spirit. Farce and frights collide as Charles Condomine tries to keep his past from ruining his present after inadvertently summoning the spirit of his first wife at a dinner-party-turned-séance at Max Bell Theatre in Arts Common. Learn more at theatrecalgary.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.