What’s Up This Week?

January 9 to 19

January 10 to 11; Harlem Globetrotters. Get ready to witness the magic! The world-famous Harlem Globetrotters return to Calgary for three shows of high-flying dunks, jaw-dropping tricks, and nonstop family fun. Learn more at ticketmaster.ca.

January 10 to 12; Calgary Renovation Show. The largest renovation show in the city featuring landscaping companies, remodeling contractors, interior design companies and more at the BMO Centre. Learn more at calgaryrenovationshow.com.

Until January 11; Jubilations Junior Presents: Beauty and the Grinch. The town of Glooville is set for Christmas to ring, to light up the tree and to laugh, dance and sing. The mayor has come to do her mayoral duty and is joined by her dazzling daughter named Beauty.  Learn more at jubilations.ca.

Until January 11; Jubilations Dinner Theatre: All Those Rolling Stones. Step into the tumultuous world of All Those Rolling Stones, where the rhythms of an iconic rock band, the ink-stained pages of a revolutionary magazine, and the pulse of a generation converge.  Learn more at jubilations.ca.

January 11, 8:30am to 5pm; EmpowerHer Sports Summit at WinSport. The EmpowerHer Sports Summit seeks to support women and girls in sport by focusing on skills often overlooked in the pursuit of excellence. The summit will feature expert speakers, round table conversations, interactive workshops, and engaging panels. Young female athletes, coaches and parents are welcome to attend this impactful event. Learn more at empowerhersportsummit.com.

January 11, 9:30am; Schulich Trailblazers. Have you ever wondered what engineers actually do? Join us for Schulich Trailblazers – a fun, all-family event where you can explore engineering research and even experience it firsthand through an interactive lecture and engaging hands-on activity. Learn more at schulich.ucalgary.ca.

January 11, 11am; Home Depot Kids’ Workshop: Build a Piggy Bank. 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.

January 11 to March 3; Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo Schulich Penguin Walk. See the king penguins outside of their habitat as they take a royal promenade through the zoo grounds. Penguin Walk offers the king penguins an opportunity for wintery enrichment as well as additional daily exercise. Don’t miss it! Learn more at calgaryzoo.com.

Until January 12; Bugs Bunny at the Symphony. This brand-new edition of Warner Bros. presents Bugs Bunny at the Symphony features beloved classics like What’s Opera, Doc? and The Rabbit of Seville new additions such as Coyote Falls and Rabid Rider. Don’t miss these, plus many more favorites at the Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium. Learn more at bugsbunnyatthesymphony.net.

Until January 12; Broadway Across Canada Presents: Beetlejuice. Based on Tim Burton’s dearly beloved film, this hilarious musical tells the story of Lydia Deetz, a strange and unusual teenager whose whole life changes when she meets a recently deceased couple and a demon with a thing for stripes. Check it out at the Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium. Learn more at calgary.broadway.com.

January 12, 10:15am to 3:45pm; The Hangar Flight Museum: Simulator Day. Take to the skies and experience first-hand what it’s like to be a pilot. Show off your aviation skills at the museum. Must be ten years or older and registration is required. Learn more at thehangarmuseum.ca.

January 12 to 19; Lunar New Year Special Contemporary Kids Program. Kids will have the opportunity to explore the art of Chinese ink calligraphy and brush painting while designing playful patterns on rice paper attached to modular boxes at Contemporary Calgary. Learn more at contemporarycalgary.com.

January 12 to February 2; High Performance Rodeo. Calgary’s International Festival of the Arts is where the action is. It’s a chance to watch touring performances from across Canada, acclaimed international shows, and new experimental work from artists in Calgary. Learn more at oyr.org/hprodeo.

Until January 14; 10th Annual Legacy Christmas Light Parade. It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and the community of Legacy is ready to brighten 2024 with their 10th annual Christmas light display. Legacy will illuminate the south end of the city with over a million sparkling Christmas lights, making it one of Calgary’s largest free light displays. This milestone year promises even more festive charm as the community celebrates a decade of spreading holiday cheer. Learn more at westcreekdevelopments.com.

January 17, 6 to 10pm; Open Mic and Bingo Night at Capitol Hill Community Association. Hit up Capitol Hill for an entertaining night for everyone in your household. Kid’s Bingo in the main hall allows participants to play for a chance to win free items from the canteen. The lounge will host an all-ages open mic. Learn more at capitolhill.getcommunal.com.

January 17 to 18; Bond + Beyond. Embark on a thrilling escapade for your ears with conductor Michelle Di Russo and your Calgary Phil through more than six decades of iconic music from the James Bond films. Powerhouse vocalist Morgan James gives secret-agent swagger to Bond theme songs at Jack Singer Concert Hall. Learn more at calgaryphil.com.

January 17 to 26; Footloose The Musical. Kick off your Sunday shoes with Footloose the Musical, presented by 42nd Street Productions. Join for a high-energy performance featuring live music, dynamic dance routines, and a heartwarming story. Learn more at 42ndstreetproductions.ca.

January 17 to February 2; Banff SnowDays. Visit Banff for a celebration of all things winter. There will be snow sculptures, SnowDays play zone, and skijoring on Banff Avenue. Learn more at banff.ca.

January 18, 10am to 12pm; Calgary Waldorf School Open House. Explore the Jr. Kindergarten and Kindergarten classrooms with your child and meet the teachers in the Kinderwing. Families with children entering Grades 1 to 9 are invited to drop in and visit the main school where classrooms will be open with student work on display. Learn more at calgarywaldorf.org.

January 18; Alberta Ballet’s Winter Gala. The Winter Gala is set to illuminate the stage this January. On its way to becoming a cherished annual tradition, The Winter Gala spotlights the synergy between the accomplished artists of Alberta Ballet Company and the emerging talents from Alberta Ballet School. Learn more at albertaballet.com.

January 18 to 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. With catchy songs, hilarious antics, and plenty of heart, this musical parody promises a laugh-out-loud experience that’s out of this world. Learn more at jubilations.ca.

January 19, 3pm; Symphony Sundays for Kids: The Hockey Sweater. Roch Carrier’s timeless classic The Hockey Sweater, narrated by Olympian Cassie Campbell-Pascall, comes to life in vivid orchestral scope at Jack Singer Concert Hall. Learn more at calgaryphil.com.

January 19 to November 2; Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo – Safari Sunday Brunch. A unique Calgary brunch experience in the heart of Destination Africa. 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.

Ongoing

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.

Until February 2; Stage West Theatre Presents: Girls Just Want to Have Fun! Step aside, boy bands! The era of the girl groups has arrived! From the stylish swingin’ sounds of the Andrews Sisters in the 1940s to the pop perfection of the Spice Girls in the 1990s, female vocal groups have brought harmony, hip shaking, and hit after hit. Learn more at stagewestcalgary.com.

Until February 17; Journey Through the Stars. Delight in a wintertime journey that moves you through four locations in the heart of East Village. Woven into a four-part short story exhibit, this experience invites readers to discover new ways to take in the night sky, embrace the crisp winter air, and find words to express a newfound love for their surroundings. Written by four talented authors inspired by different folklore, history, and imagination, each story unfolds uniquely, shaped by the path you choose. Learn more at evexperience.eventcalendarapp.com.

Until March; WinSport Tube Park. This tube park is one of the largest in Western Canada and is the perfect activity to spend some time outdoors with your family. Purchase advance tickets at winsport.ca.

Fridays until March 2 to 6pm; Hygge Hut. Hygge Hut returns to RiverWalk for its fifth winter season, bringing you warmth, comfort, and all the cozy winter vibes. This contemporary, Scandinavian-style space is inspired by the Danish idea of Hygge, which means a special kind of well-being. Watch the lights twinkle across the river and warm your hands with crackling firepits ready to welcome you until March 2025. Learn more at evexperience.com.

Until March 31; Nightrise. Suphur Mountain’s summit is transformed through four digital art installations. Vibrant lighting, multimedia effects, video projections, and music bring the mountaintop to life in a new and unexpected way. Learn more at banffjaspercollection.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. 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.