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May 16 to 26

May 16, 12 to 6pm; EcoWheel Hub: Pedal-Powered Progress. Southcentre Mall is partnering with The Arusha Centre to host a unique indoor dynamic bike event on May 16 from 12 to 6pm, showcasing the power of sustainable transportation and eco-friendly initiatives. Learn more at southcentremall.com.

May 16, 7pm; WAKEWord Live at The GRAND. An unforgettable evening dedicated to exploring the fascinating world of Wakefield Brewster – Calgary’s 6th Poet Laureate. Wakefield will be reading excerpts from his new book, WAKEWord, with a Q&A to follow. Learn more at thegrandyyc.ca.

May 17, 9am to 5pm; The Prehistoric Park Opens at the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo. Get ready to roar. This seasonal space is full of dinosaurs that bring the past rulers of the world to life. Learn more at calgaryzoo.com.

May 17, 9:30am to 4pm; Calgary Farmyard Opens for the Season. Looking for the perfect way to celebrate Spring in Alberta? Spring is the perfect time to meet Calgary Farmyard’s newly born barn babies and explore all the fun on the farm. Learn more at calgaryfarmyard.com.

May 17, 10am to 3pm; Happy Habitats at Bow Habitat Station. From towering mountains to sprawling prairies and everything in between. Lace up your boots and join Bow Habitat Station to explore the wild variety of ecosystems that come together to form awe-inspiring Alberta. Join special partners from the City of Calgary, Friends of Fish Creek, and Calgary Wildlife, as they explore the diverse habitats and the wildlife that calls them home. Learn more at bowhabitat.alberta.ca.

May 17, 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 on Genesis Centre’s outdoor grass. Learn more at calgaryminorsoccer.com.

May 17, 6pm; Sport Night Feelin’ Alright. The Capitol Hill Community Association May Neighbour Night will feature programming by Sportball and Ultimate Frisbee Calgary as well as an Open Mic open for artists of all ages. Learn more at capitolhill.getcommunal.com.

May 17 to 18, 7:30pm; Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra Presents: Star Wars: A New Hope in Concert. Experience the film that started it all like you never have before. With an abiding affinity for cinematic repertoire, guest conductor Anthony Parnther brings a fan’s enthusiasm to the unmistakable orchestral score to Star Wars: A New Hope, as the original 1977 film plays on the big screen with John Williams’ unforgettable score performed live by the Calgary Phil. Learn more at calgaryphil.com.

May 17 to 19; Western Canadian Croatian Folklore Festival. The 46th Annual Western Canadian Croatian Folklore Festival is long standing cultural event and is dedicated to promoting and preserving Croatian folklore and cultural awareness. It brings together Croatian cultural groups at various venues around the city in a celebration of traditional song, dance and music. Learn more at taylorcentre.ca.

May 17 to June 1; The Shakespeare Company Presents: Midsummer Night’s Dream. Directed by Ron Jenkins, this whimsical and enchanting comedy takes you on a wild journey through a magical forest. Filled with mischievous fairies, bumbling actors, and star-crossed lovers, this piece weaves together love, mistaken identities, and hilarious misunderstandings. Learn more at shakespearecompany.com.

Until May 18; Workshop Theatre presents Ken Ludwig’s “Moon Over Buffalo.” George and Charlotte Hay are a husband-and-wife team of actors struggle to perform Cyrano de Bergerac and Private Lives in repertory while dealing with family crises and the possibility of a Hollywood director’s visit. Everything that can go wrong does go wrong in this side-splitting farce written by Ken Ludwig presented at Pumphouse Theatre. Learn more at workshoptheatre.ca.

May 18, 10am to 3pm; Huntington Pioneers Association Art Exhibit & Sale. HPA invites you to join for their Annual Art Exhibit and Sale with amazing art made by local seniors at Huntington Community Association. Learn more at hpa50.ca.

May 18, 10am to 3pm; US Kids Thrift Clothing & Shoes. Thousands of items to browse through from newborn to teenagers at Union Station Church. Learn more at unionstationchurch.com.

May 18, 10am to 5pm; Heritage Park Opens for the Season. Delve into “That Special Place We Call Heritage Park: 60 Years in the Community,” a new temporary exhibit and nostalgic tribute spanning the 60 years of the Park’s existence. Learn more at heritagepark.ca.

May 18, 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.

May 18, 11am to 5pm; Cobb’s Adventure Park Opens for the Season. This family-friendly park is home to wallabies, goats and lizards, plus tractor rides, a playground and much more. Learn more at cobbsadventurepark.com.

May 18, 1 to 3pm; BUMP CONNAUGHT Mural Tour. Explore Calgary’s open air street art gallery with an official guided mural tour led by the BUMP Festival! Learn more at yycbump.ca.

May 18, 8pm; When Doves Cry Prince Tribute. An exciting and dynamic live concert experience, “When Doves Cry – The Prince Tribute Show” is a multi-talented eight-piece Tribute Show to the music of Prince at Jack Singer Concert Hall. Learn more at artscommons.ca.

May 18 to 19, 9am to 5pm; Spring Fair at Granary Road. Celebrate the joys of Spring with Granary Road with baby animals, kite flying, face-painting, workshops, games and activities for the whole family to enjoy. Learn more at ranaryroad.com.

May 18 to 20; Skyline’s Downhill Karting Opening Weekend. Downhill Karting by Skyline Luge Calgary is a fun, fast-paced family activity that people of all ages and abilities can enjoy at WinSport. Skyline’s Downhill Karting experience is a unique wheeled gravity ride that provides riders full control over their descent on a purpose-built track. Learn more at downhillkarting.ca.

May 18 to 20; Calaway Park Opening Weekend. Western Canada’s largest outdoor family amusement park, Calaway Park, will open for 2024 season on Victoria Day Long Weekend. Thirty-two family-friendly rides! High-energy entertainment! Tempting treats! Calaway Park has something for everyone. Learn more at calawaypark.com.

May 19, 10am to 4pm; Hangar Flight Museum Simulator Day. Take to the skies and experience first-hand what it’s like to be a pilot. Learn more at thehangarmuseum.ca.

May 19, 2 to 4pm; Michaels’ Sunday Makebreak: Summer Tie Dye. Summer is coming! Join in store for this fun tie dye project with or without fringe. Purchase your size shirt, then head to the MakeBreak table to create a shirt to take home. Learn more at canada.michaels.com.

May 19, 2 to 4pm; The Lego Batman Movie Film Screening. The Burnswest Theatre at The Confluence is a cozy indie theatre perfect for a fun day out with the family or date night with a special someone. Movie tickets include a small popcorn and admission to The Confluence Cultural Centre. Learn more at theconfluence.ca.

May 19, 4 to 7:30pm; Family Fun Night at Aussie Rules Piano Bar. Get in the groove as your favorite kids’ tunes are played live on the piano. Don’t miss out on the kid-friendly drinks and food they will love. Learn more at aussierules.ca.

May 19, 5 to 6:45pm; Mahler in the Mountains. Perhaps more than any other composer, Gustav Mahler sought inspiration in nature, spending his summers in the Austrian Alps where he crafted his monumental symphonies and songs. These works are profound philosophical musings in sound that explore the very essence of the human experience as part of the eternal order of the natural world. Presented at Rosza Centre. Learn more at ualberta.ca.

Until May 20; Calgary Reads Big Book Sale. At the 20th Calgary Reads Big Book Sale, discover more than 175,000 gently used books of every genre imaginable – and help more children experience the life-changing joy of reading at Calgary Curling Club. Learn more at bigbooksale.ca.

May 21, 7 to 10pm; Spring Singing Social with Rhythm of the Rockies. This chorus embraces diversity and inclusivity, welcoming singers from all walks of life – regardless of ethnicity, race, disability, religion, or gender identity. Join them for their Spring Signing Social at ATCO Performing Art Centre. Learn more at rhythmoftherockies.org.

May 22, 6 to 8pm; Editing for Creative Writers. In this workshop, instructor Tereasa Maillie will cover the basics of editing creative writing pieces, from catching errors in grammar and punctuation to how to tackle editing the content, style, flow, and consistency throughout your manuscript at The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland. Learn more at theconfluence.ca.

May 22, 8pm; ONES: Beatles. On the big screen, you’ll experience brilliant narrations to tell the stories behind the songs, captivating backdrops, and a collection of stunning photos and videos. On the big stage at Jack Singer Concert Hall, you’ll experience a 24-piece performance of top musicians who faithfully recreate the sound of the original hit records with orchestra, period-correct instruments, and top performers. Learn more at artscommons.ca.

May 23 to 25; Calgary Boys’ Choir Workshop. A three-day workshop for tenor and bass voices, be directed by the esteemed Gerald Wirth. Wirth, currently the artistic director of the Vienna Boys Choir and former Calgary Boys’ Choir artistic director (1991-1998), brings a wealth of experience and artistry to guide participants in this unique and collaborative musical experience. Learn more at calgaryboyschoir.com.

May 24, 9:30 to 11:30am; Birding on St Patrick’s Island. Join Nature Calgary for a bird walk on St. Patrick’s Island and observe the incredible variety of birds and wildlife found in their natural habitat. Your knowledgeable guide will share fascinating insights about the wildlife you encounter, making this a great educational opportunity for nature enthusiasts of all ages. Learn more at evexperience.eventcalendarapp.com.

May 24, 1 to 4pm; Trico LivingWell Open House & Summer Market. Trico LivingWell is hosting an Open House & Summer Market and everyone is invited to explore the vibrant new retirement community, showcasing Inclusive Living in Calgary’s most exciting seniors’ residence. Enjoy a guided tour of the private suites and exceptional amenities, then shop at the pop-up market. Learn more at tricolivingwell.com.

May 24 to 25; Dinosaur World Live. Remarkably lifelike, these enormous puppets will take over the Jack Singer Concert Hall stage, transporting audiences to a time when dinosaurs ruled the earth. Dinosaur World Live presents a host of impressive pre-historic creatures and introduces you to Miranda, the daughter of paleontologists, who grew up surrounded by dinosaurs on a far-away island off the coast of South America. Learn more at artscommons.ca.

May 24 to 25; Bert Church Live Theatre Presents: The Somewhat True Tale of Robin Hood by Nose Creek Players. Join Robin Hood and the characters of Sherwood Forest in an entertaining experience for the whole family. Nose Creek Players bring the classic story to life through a funny, “Monty Pythonesque” retelling of the classic story.  Learn more at airdrie.ca.

May 24 to 28; Calgary Black Film Festival. The Calgary Black Film Festival (CBFF) aims to connect authentic Black stories with viewers of all colors and ethnic origins in Alberta at various venues. Learn more at calgaryblackfilm.com.

May 24 to June 2; 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. Join us under the big top at CrossIron Mills Mall for a circus adventure like no other in 2024. Learn more at royalcanadiancircus.ca.

May 25, 9am to 9pm; 1616 Hyundai HockeyFest: Calgary. The Ladd Foundation is thrilled to announce the arrival of 1616 Hyundai HockeyFest: Calgary, the world’s largest street hockey festival at Max Bell Centre. Learn more at calgaryroyals.ca.

May 25, 10am to 12pm; Michaels’ Kids Club: Friendship Bracelets. Join for Kids Club this week and make friendship bracelets to keep or share with friends as you head off for summer vacation. Learn more at canada.michaels.com.

May 25, 10am to 4pm; Calgary Baby and Tot Show. The Calgary Baby and Tot Show is a premier parenting event that is held in the Spring and designed to bring everything parents-to-be and new parents and young families need all under one roof. Featuring local and national exhibitors showcasing the latest in services, products, apparel, and toys at Spray Lake Sawmills Sports Centre in Cochrane. Learn more at calgarybabyshow.com.

May 25, 10am to 5pm; Vintage Redefined Market. True vintage, collectibles, re-purposed, reclaimed, oil and gas, jewelry, antiques, nostalgia, rustic, upcycled and more at Acadia Recreation Complex. Learn more at vintageredefinedmarket.com.

May 25, 11am to 1pm; Cineplex Family Favourites: Spider-Man into the Spider-Verse. Visit participating Cineplex theatres near you and watch a favorite family film each week for only $3.99. Learn more at cineplex.com.

May 25, 11am to 3pm; The Confluence Open House. Gather family, friends, and everyone else you know for The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland Open House! The Confluence will have all sorts of excitement for all ages, including drummers and dancers, Indigenous-led talks, walking tours, gardening activities, kids’ crafts and games, and even a petting zoo. Learn more at theconfluence.ca.

May 25, 11am to 4pm; Vegan Spring Mini-Fest. Come to the Vegan Spring Mini-Fest for family-friendly fun, arts and crafts vendors, and local vegan food at Inglewood Community Association Hall. Learn more at allevents.in.

May 25, 12 to 4pm; North Point School’s Young Entrepreneurs Annual Business Fair. At the 8th Young Entrepreneurs Annual Business Fair, over 150 students in Grades K-12 showcased and sold their creations. For one day only, hundreds of Calgarians are able to shop at dozens of student businesses at one of Canada’s largest student business fairs. Learn more at northpoint.school.

May 25, 12 to 5pm; Easy Days Pop-Up Market. If bustling springtime markets filled with some of Calgary’s best designers, artists, clothing curators, musicians and more are your thing, we have great news – it’s market season in East Village once again. They kick off with Easy Days Pop-Up Markets on May 25, a free, family-friendly event. Packed with local vendors and residents alike, Easy Days markets are a great opportunity to take in the vibrancy of the East Village.

May 25, 3pm; Spiritus Chamber Choir: Of the Soul. Prepare to be swept off your feet with grand finale of the season, Of the Soul. This is a sensational collaboration with Edmonton’s own Chronos Vocal Ensemble that promises to leave you spellbound at Christ Church Elbow Drive. Learn more at spirituschamberchoir.ca.

May 25, 5pm; Locked Zoo: Polar Pursuit (18+). This exhilarating two-hour escape game will take you on a wild journey through the zoo after hours. With clues hidden around the zoo including Arctic habitats and icy landscapes, you’ll need keen observation and quick thinking to navigate the challenges. Solve puzzles, crack codes, and unlock the secrets of the Arctic to escape before time runs out. You’ll be challenged to use your wits, think creatively, and work with your team to solve an intricate series of puzzles that bring animal conservation to life. Learn more at calgaryzoo.com.

May 25, 6 to 11:30pm; East Town Get Down Festival. Inspired by the thriving Calgary independent music scene, major festivals like SXSW, and the excitement of International Avenue, East Town Get Down will meld location and performance into an immersive event on 17 Avenue. Learn more at easttowngetdown.ca.

May 25; APEGA Science Olympics. The APEGA Science Olympics are interactive, inter-school events for students in Grades 1 to 12 at the Olympic Oval. Science Olympians use problem solving to develop solutions to a series of challenges that demonstrate how engineering and geoscience impact our everyday lives. Challenges are related to the Alberta school curriculum, and are developed by professional engineers and geoscientists, as well as local teachers. Learn more at apega.ca.

May 25, The Market at cSPACE Marda Loop. A vibrant fusion of arts, culture, and culinary delights! Join us for an unforgettable experience celebrating local talent and flavors. Learn more at cspacemardaloop.com.

May 25 to 26, 9am to 5pm; Saskatoon Farm Blossom Festival. The Blossom Festival will welcome guests shop the local vendors and explore the flowers of the orchard, watch the bees buzz with excitement, and discover the other features at the market. Learn more at saskatoonfarm.com.

May 25 to 26, 10am to 4pm; Airdrie Children’s Festival‎. The event will feature a Children’s Village play area, children’s entertainment, and inspiration stations. This event was created to inspire kids in learning activities with the goal of exposing them to future career opportunities at Nose Creek Park. Learn more at airdriechildrensfest.com.

May 25 to 26, 10am to 5pm; Heritage Park Festival of Quilts. For two days explore the Historical Village and admire hundreds of colorful quilts on display. And the Historical Village is open with all your favorites so you can experience the sights, smells and sounds of living history spanning from the 1880s to the 1950s. Learn more at heritagepark.ca.

May 25 to 26, 11am to 5pm; Calgary Serbian Fest. Experience Serbian hospitality for an entire weekend filled with fun activities for the whole family at Serbian Orthodox Church St Simeon. Learn more at serbianfest.ca.

May 25 to 26; Calgary Reptile Expo. Explore a variety of vendors and displays dedicated to the love of reptiles. This is Canada’s largest not-for-profit reptile expo and you won’t want to miss it at the Genesis Centre. Learn more at showpass.com.

May 26; Calgary Marathon. The Calgary Marathon is a challenging, competitive and fun event with a race designed for everyone of any level. There is a 50km Ultra, full marathon, half-marathon, 10km, 5km family walk or run and kids’ marathon. Learn more at calgarymarathon.com.

May 26, 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 26, 1 to 3pm; BUMP CONNAUGHT Mural Tour. Explore Calgary’s open air street art gallery with an official guided mural tour led by the BUMP Festival! Learn more at yycbump.ca.

May 26, 3pm; Calgary Boys’ Choir 50th Anniversary Concert. Under the leadership of Artistic Director Kathryn Berko, this event features performances by the workshop choir, current members of the Calgary Boys’ Choir, and is joined by past directors including Paul Grindlay and Julie Freedman-Smith. Learn more at calgaryboyschoir.com.

May 26 to 27; Kiliii Yüyan: Life on Thin Ice. Through beautiful images and awe-inspiring moments, Arts Commons Presents’ National Geographic Live series takes you on a journey with their first Indigenous speaker, Kiliii Yüyan, to understand the native people and their relationship to a frigid land and its animals at Jack Singer Concert Hall.  Learn more at artscommons.ca.

Ongoing

Until24; Inspired Curiosity – Exhibition. Inspired Curiosity showcases sensational work created by participants in the ArtRecruits program at Studio C (Prospect). ArtRecruits is an art-based workplace skill building program that teaches employment skills in the art studio rather than a classroom. Learn more at eventbrite.ca.

Until May 25; Rosebud Theatre Presents: Chariots of Fire. One hundred years after the epic race at the 1924 Paris Olympics, relive the story of Harold Abrahams, the son of a Lithuanian immigrant Jew, running to overcome prejudice against his people and Eric Liddell, the son of Scottish missionaries, running for the glory of God! Based on the 1981 Academy Award-winning film. Learn more at rosebudtheatre.com.

Until June 1; Cannonball! A Festival of Youth Theatre. Calgary Young People’s Theatre has seven youth-led shows in the Cannonball! Festival, as well as two staged readings at West Village Theatre. You heard that right – every show is directed, written, designed, stage managed, produced, and performed by youth age ten to 19. Learn more at cypt.ca.

Until June 1; Storybook Theatre Presents: The Music Man. The Music Man follows fast-talking traveling salesman, Harold Hill, as he cons the people of River City, Iowa, into buying instruments and uniforms for a boys’ band that he vows to organize – this, despite the fact that he doesn’t know a trombone from a treble clef. His plans to skip town with the cash are foiled when he falls for Marian, the librarian, who transforms him into a respectable citizen by curtain’s fall. Learn more at storybooktheatre.org.

Until June 1; Jubilations Dinner Theatre: Journey to the 80s. Every decade has certain trends that develop… the 60’s had its hippie counter culture, the 70’s had bell bottoms and disco… but no other decade had the sheer explosion of pop culture like the 80’s. And so much of this cavalcade of wild styles and crazy quirks was a direct reflection of the music of the time. Learn more at jubilations.ca.

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.

Until June 9; Vertigo Theatre Presents: Ms. Holmes & Ms. Watson. Baker Street, London, Spring of… 2021? Ms. Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Joan Watson join forces to catch a murderer that is on the loose, though there seems to be a bigger game afoot. A traditional adventure told in a post-pandemic world – with a nail-biting mystery that only Sherlock Holmes can solve. Learn more at vertigotheatre.com.

Thursdays 3 to 6pm until June 20; NMC Jam Club. The National Music Centre (NMC) is calling all teens to Studio Bell. In partnership with CJAY 92, NMC is supporting the next generation of rock stars with a free after-school drop-in program for teens, as Jesse & JD present the NMC Jam Club. Learn more at studiobell.ca/jam-club.

Until August 25; NMC Presents: Rock the Nation — International Hits and Canadian Classics. Rock the Nation is a live tribute show of Canada’s best-known hits from the past 60 years. Produced by Annerin Productions, hear the soundtrack to generations every Saturday and Sunday at Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre, from May 11 to August 25. Learn more at studiobell.ca/whats-on/rock-the-nation.

Fridays until September 13, 5 to 11pm; Inglewood Night Market 2024. The Inglewood Night Market is a modern market with locally sourced and handmade vendors selling diverse goods; from handmade crafts to vintage clothing, antiques and collectibles, artisan eats and more. Learn more at inglewoodnightmarket.ca.

Tuesdays until October 29, 4 to 8pm; The Inglewood Pollinator Park Market. Enjoy the beautiful night with friends and family to fuel your market needs at 9 Street and 9 Avenue SE. Learn more at the downtownmarkets.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. Bring your child to spend a few hours digging and playing in the sand. They supply all the beach toys including shovels, buckets and more. 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 cavsfcregionalfieldhouse.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. Roll, jump, throw, and balance while being creative with various active play equipment. Kinder Room Drop-in allows you to play with your child on an incredible indoor play structure. Race through tunnels, over a suspension bridge and slide down slides. Learn more at liveandplay.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.