What’s Up This Week?

May 28 to June 7

Thursdays, until May 28, 3:30 to 7:30pm; Dalhousie Farmers’ Market. Stop by after work to pick up fresh local food, support Alberta vendors, and enjoy the community atmosphere that makes the Dalhousie Farmers’ Market special. Learn more at dalhousiecalgary.ca.

May 29, 6 to 10pm; Capitol Hill Events: Dino Park Magic and Music Spring Fling. Join at Dino Park for Open Mic in the Park, a fun and relaxed community evening for all ages. The night will feature live music, great food, and plenty of entertainment for kids and adults. Learn more at capitolhill.getcommunal.com.

May 29 to 30; Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra Presents: Broadway Hits. Grab your seats for this Broadway extravaganza as your Calgary Phil brings the splendour of The Great White Way to Jack Singer Concert Hall. Learn more at calgaryphil.com.

May 29 to 30, 7:30pm; Voix Des Rocheuses Presents: Une Pluie de Soleil. The francophone vocal ensemble of Calgary is a community of singers who celebrate their passion for singing in French. Watch them present Une Pluie de Soleil at Engineered Air Theatre in Werklund Centre. Learn more at voixdesrocheuses.com. 

May 29 to 31; Okotoks Dawgs Opening Weekend. The Dawgs are hosting their first home game of the season on May 29. The home opener will be an exciting start to the Dawgs season and will kick off a weekend of fun events at Seaman Stadium. On May 30, the Dawgs will host the Lethbridge Bulls and May 31 marks Diggity’s birthday, “Mascot Mania,” where the ballpark will be filled with a variety of mascots available for photos and autographs. Learn more at tickets.dawgsbaseball.ca.

Until May 30; Jubilations Junior Presents: 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 May 30; Jubilations Junior Dinner Theatre Presents: Golden Girls Vegas Vacation. Everyone’s favorite golden gang of lovely ladies is hitting the Las Vegas strip. Learn more at jubilations.ca.

May 30, 9:30am to 5pm; Calgary Game & Collectors Show. Explore amazing vendors, nostalgia, tournaments, and a welcoming community celebrating gaming culture in all its forms at Acadia Recreation Complex. Learn more at calgarygameshow.com.

May 30, 11:30am to 2:30pm; PlayLab: Circuit Jam at Studio Bell. In this hands-on drop-in program, participants build simple circuits and create sounds they can hear instantly. Try things out, make changes, and see what happens as you explore how sound is shaped through play and experimentation. Learn more at studiobell.ca.

May 30, 2 to 4pm; The Sage Mustang: Pages and Ponies. Pages & Ponies invites children to sit beside gentle horses and practice reading in a calm, encouraging environment. Reading to animals can help children feel relaxed and confident while building their love of books. Learn more at facebook.com/events.

May 30; 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.

May 30, 7pm; Calgary Girls Choir: Brava Choir Tour Concert. Join at Christ Church Calgary for a special evening of music and celebration as the Brava Choir (Grades 7 to 12) of the Calgary Girls Choir prepares to embark on their international tour to Spain. Learn more at calgarygirlschoir.com.

May 30 to 31; Silver Stars Musical Revue Society Presents: TV Tunes, the Music That Moved Us. A mature group of Calgarians with a shared love of everything performance related is putting on a musical review, TV Tunes: The Music that Moved Us, including songs from the Mary Tyler Moore Show to Grey’s Anatomy at the Irish Cultural Society. Learn more at showpass.com/sstvtunes.

May 30 to 31; The Hangar Flight Museum: Aviation Career Days. Over two days, companies, training institutions, and innovators will meet students, families, and aspiring professionals who are actively exploring career opportunities specifically in engineering and technology. Learn more at thehangarmuseum.ca.

Until May 31; The Royal Canadian International Circus. The Royal Canadian Circus returns in 2026 with an electrifying all-new production at CrossIron Mills Mall that blends world-class acrobatics, breathtaking visuals, and the heart of timeless circus tradition. Learn more at tickets.royalcanadiancircus.ca.

Until 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.

May 31, 3pm; Rocky Mountain Symphony Orchestra Presents: Rhapsody in Blue. The Rocky Mountain Symphony Orchestra is presenting Rhapsody in Blue at Summit View United Church. Celebrate the grand finale of the 10th Anniversary Season with a vibrant, jazz-infused concert. Learn more rockymountainsymphony.ca.

June 1 to August 31; Planet Fitness Free High School Summer Pass. Teens ages 14to 19 can pre-register and work out for free from June 1 to August 31 at participating Planet Fitness locations. Learn more at planetfitness.ca.

June 4 to 5, 10am to 3pm; Union Station Thrift Pop-Up Kids’ Clothing Sale. This not-for-profit thrift store has thousands of items for kids of all ages (size newborn to 16) at incredible prices. For two days all items are $5 or less. Learn more at unionstationchurch.com.

June 4 to 7; Spruce Meadows Continental. All tournament tickets include access to sport, entertainment, and our weekend activities throughout the grounds—plus complimentary parking. Learn more at sprucemeadows.com.

June 5, 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.

June 5, 5 to 10:30pm; Movies at the Meadows. Enjoy an evening of outdoor movies on ATCO Field at Spruce Meadows, with a family-friendly feature starting around 5pm, followed by a movie for older audiences at approximately 8 pm. Learn more at sprucemeadows.com.

June 5 to 6; Black Keys at Spruce Meadows. This is your chance to see The Black Keys like never before — no stadium crowds, just raw, up-close energy in a once-in-a-lifetime setting. Learn more at sprucemeadows.com.

June 5 to 6; Hans Graf Returns: A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Step into a magical world of woodland fairies and the lovers who encounter them. The Orchestra and Music Director Laureate Hans Graf perform Mendelssohn’s iconic score for Shakespeare’s beloved A Midsummer Night’s Dream at Jack Singer Concert Hall. Learn more at calgaryphil.com.

June 5 to 6; Jeunesse Classique Ballet Presents: The Art of Ballet. Jeunesse Classique Ballet presents a new production, ‘The Art of Ballet’, celebrating the heart and history of classical repertoire. This new production features curated excerpts from several iconic ballets including The Sleeping Beauty, Don Quixote, Swan Lake, La Bayadere, and Paquita, with traditional choreography inspired by Marius Petipa and sweeping scores by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky and Ludwig Minkus. Learn more at jcbs.ca.

June 5 to September 5; Rosebud Theatre Presents: Anne of Green Gables. Based on the novel by L.M. Montgomery, Anne of Green Gables is a musical story of love and belonging for all ages. Learn more at rosebudtheatre.com.

Until June 6; Stage West for Kids Presents: Little Red Riding Hood. Featuring chases, songs and slapstick comedy, this modern classic is sure to entertain the entire family. Learn more at stagewestcalgary.com.

June 6, 9am to 12pm; Calgary Stampede Community Round Up. Dust off those cowboy hats and grab your boots! The Calgary Stampede is coming, with free pancake breakfasts, live entertainment, animal visits, and loads of community spirit at 7 Chiefs Sportsplex & Chief Jim Starlight Centre. Learn more at calgarystampede.com.

June 6, 10am to 2pm; RONA Kiddos Workshop: Butterfly Feeder Workshop. This is a great opportunity to enjoy a fun family activity, spark your little ones’ creativity, and benefit from the advice of our on-site experts. Learn more at rona.ca.

June 6, 11am to 1pm; Workshop Theatre’s Kid’s Cushion Cabaret Presents: Wild World: The Mystery of the Missing Eagle. Wild World: The Mystery of the Missing Eagle aims to educate children and families about local wildlife and encourages curiosity about the animals in our own backyard of Alberta. Learn more at workshoptheatre.ca/wildworld.

June 6, 11am to 6pm; The Panel One Comic Arts Festival. Whether you’re looking for original stories, love meeting the creators behind the panels or want to show support to over 50 local creators – P1CAF is the place to be (at Hillhurst Sunnyside Community Association). Learn more at panelone.ca.

June 6, 12 to 1:30pm; 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! Learn more at eventbrite.ca.

June 6, 12 to 4pm; Magna’s Summer Show Suite Showcase. Magna in University District is starting the summer off right with six new show suites. Attendees visiting the showcase and can expect complimentary artisan beverages, delightful snacks catered by Alvin’s Jazz Club and live music. Learn more at jayman.com.

June 6 to 7; 2 to 4:30pm; Raffi in Concert. Known as a beloved children’s entertainer, Raffi brings joy to audiences of all ages with his timeless songs and engaging showmanship. His music spans generations, making it a memorable experience for parents and children alike at Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium. Learn more at eventticketscenter.com.

June 6, 7 to 9:30pm; First-Saturday-of-The-Month Dance Party. Line and Square Dancing. Step-by-step instruction; no partner required; no experience needed; suitable for all ages. Join us monthly for an energetic, fun-filled dance experience. Learn more at squaredancecalgary.com.

June 6 to August 8; Jubilations Dinner Theatre Presents: Back to the ’80s: The Magic Mix Tape. What if there was a way to get back to the 1980s? There is with Jubilations Dinner Theatre Presents: Back to the ’80s: The Magic Mix Tape. Learn more at jubilations.ca.

June 7, 10am to 6pm; 4th Street Lilac Festival. This free one-day event is the kick off 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. Learn more at lilacfestival.net.

Ongoing

Tuesdays and Saturdays for May and June; Acton Academy Calgary Central STEM Free Trial Class. Hands-on building to learn physics, coding fundamentals, and engineering concepts at Acton Central Campus. Designed for ages four to nine. Learn more at actoncentral.org/stem.

Wednesdays until June 17; Girl Power. Girl Power provides opportunities for girl-identifying and gender diverse children in grades 7 to 9 to connect with each other to build community, learn about social action, practice leadership, and uncover their strengths and skills at the Women’s Centre of Calgary. Various activities include, games, crafts, discussions, and most importantly, youth-led sessions where youth practice their leadership skills. Learn more at womenscentrecalgary.org.

Wednesdays until June 17; Reading Buddies. For girls and gender-diverse youth in grades 4 to 6 looking for additional reading support. Participants will be paired with a volunteer to practice their reading and comprehension in a fun and calm environment. Snacks are provided and bus tickets are available if needed. Learn more at womenscentrecalgary.org.

Thursdays until June 18; Girl Force. Girl Force provides opportunities for girl-identifying and gender diverse children in grades 7 to 9 to connect with each other to build community, learn about social action, practice leadership, and uncover their strengths and skills at the Women’s Centre of Calgary. Various activities include, games, crafts, discussions, and most importantly, youth-led sessions where youth practice their leadership skills. Learn more at womenscentrecalgary.org.

Until June 21; StoryBook Theatre Presents: Shrek the Musical. The tale of an unlikely hero who finds himself joined by a wisecracking Donkey to rescue a feisty princess, Fiona, to salvage his home is hilarious brought to the stage! Confronted by the greed of a power-hungry monarch, a troupe of fairy tale misfits backs Shrek’s quest, and is driven by a secret curse that may shape the kingdom’s future. Learn more at storybooktheatre.org.

Until June 21; Stage West Theatre Presents: New Sound in Town. Tune in and trace this captivating musical journey as the lines between genres melt away and a new sound takes the town by storm. Learn more at stagewestcalgary.com.

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.

Until September 30; Bow Habitat Station Trout Pond. The Kids Can Catch Trout Pond provides young anglers and their mentors a place to learn to fish right in the heart of Calgary. The Trout Pond is stocked with up to 200 rainbow trout from the Sam Livingston Fish Hatchery each fishing season. Learn more at bowhabitat.alberta.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.

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.