Hey Wanderers!
Calgary is set for a vibrant weekend full of fun, energy, and memorable experiences for every kind of outing! Get hands-on with agriculture and meet farm animals at Aggie Days, admire incredible vehicles at the Spring Thaw Car Show, or feel the adrenaline at a Calgary Roughnecks game as the crowd comes alive.
With interactive experiences, high-energy sports action, unique showcases, and so much more, Calgary is the perfect place to make the most of your weekend!
Friday, April 17, 2026
YMCA Arts: The Midnight Fort
📍 Shane Homes YMCA at Rocky Ridge, BMO Theatre (11300 Rocky Ridge Rd NW, Calgary, AB)
📆 April 17 – 19, 2026
💰 $20+
⏰ Fri: 7pm / Sat: 2pm & 7pm / Sun: 2pm
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Robin’s couch fort turns magical, opening a portal to Cravendale—now she must protect its creatures from a danger no one saw coming!
New Sound In Town
📍 Stage West Calgary (727 – 42 Avenue SE, Calgary, AB)
📆 April 17 – June 21, 2026
💰$87+
⏰ Times Vary
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A musical revue that explores the evolution and cross-pollination of musical genres over the decades. From the smooth harmonies of 1970’s folk-rock pioneers like the Eagles and the rootsy swamp rock of Creedence Clearwater Revival to the good-time jug band revival sounds of The Lovin’ Spoonful, the lines between pop, rock, and country began to blur. Willie Nelson emerged as a crossover sensation, bringing his authentic country twang to the masses and paving the way for future genre-benders.
Second Chance Art Sale
📍 Acadia Recreation Complex (240-90 Ave SE, Calgary, AB)
📆 April 17 & 18, 2026
💰 Free
⏰ Fri: 4pm – 8pm / Sat: 9am – 3pm
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Browse through hundreds of donated paintings, prints, drawings and photos, big and small, framed and unframed, original and reproduction, all at bargain prices.
You’ll help give this art a second chance in a new home and support the good work we do in our community.
Free Soccer Fridays
📍 Acadia Recreation Complex (240-90 Ave SE, Calgary, AB)
📆 April 17 & 18, 2026
💰 Free
⏰ Fri: 4pm – 8pm / Sat: 9am – 3pm
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Browse through hundreds of donated paintings, prints, drawings and photos, big and small, framed and unframed, original and reproduction, all at bargain prices.
You’ll help give this art a second chance in a new home and support the good work we do in our community.
Calgary Underground Film Festival
📍 Globe Cinema (617 8th Ave SW, Calgary, AB)
📆 April 16 – 26, 2026
💰 $149+
⏰ Times vary
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Dive into bold storytelling and unforgettable cinema at the Calgary Underground Film Festival—a must-see event for film lovers looking to find something unique, edgy, and completely outside the ordinary!
Jubilations Junior: Despicable Minionz
📍 Jubilations Dinner Theatre (1002 37th St SW, Calgary, AB)
📆 April 11 – May 30, 2026
💰 $44+
⏰ 11am
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Take in the excitement (and stunning live vocals) while you enjoy a delicious multi-course meal served by our character servers. It’s a live show, so anything could happen. Play along, and the actors might just include you in the act!
FunnyFest Comedy Competition
📍 Various locations, Calgary, AB
📆 April 09 – 18, 2026
💰 $9+
⏰ Times vary
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Laugh as comedians compete to try to be one of the Funniest to be selected to perform in the 26th Annual FunnyFest Calgary Comedy Festival.
Canadian Folk Music Awards 2026
📍 Various locations, Calgary, AB
📆 April 09 – 12, 2026
💰 $40+
⏰ Thurs – Sat: 7:30pm / Sun: 11am
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Marking a return to Calgary—a city rich in folk tradition and musical diversity—the 2026 CFMAs will take place April 9-12, 2026, featuring bilingual concerts and a renewed focus on national and international export development. Each concert will feature several award presentations, and will highlight the creativity, diversity, and cultural significance of the Canadian folk music scene today.
A Doll’s House
📍 Max Bell Theatre (220 9 Ave SE, Calgary, AB)
📆 April 07 – May 03, 2026
💰 $49+
⏰ Tues – Fri: 7:30pm / Sat: 2pm & 7:30pm / Sun: 2pm
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An ordinary family. A perfect marriage. A wife with a secret. Henrik Ibsen’s theatrical giant of a play still shocks and exhilarates audiences to this day. Join us for the Canadian premiere of Amy Herzog’s fresh, compact, and devastatingly contemporary adaptation that took Broadway by storm.
Saturday, April 18, 2026
Calgary Opera Presents The Barber of Seville
📍 Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium (1415 14th Ave NW, Calgary, AB)
📆 April 18 & 19, 2026
💰 $26+
⏰ Sat: 7:30pm / Sun: 2pm
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The Barber of Seville pairs Olympic-level singing with comedic brilliance, both onstage and in the orchestra pit. This classic farce has all the ingredients for laughs: a hopeless romantic with no game, a whip-smart young woman outwitting a crusty patriarch, and a bold baritone who belts the world’s most famous intro song. “Figaro?” Anyone?
Spring Babies Festival
📍 Butterfield Acres (254077 Rocky Ridge Road NW, Calgary, AB)
📆 April 18 & 19, 2026
💰 $17+
⏰ 10am – 4pm
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Spring is in the air! Help us bounce into spring by welcoming our wonderful new baby farm animals! Join us during the first few weeks of our 2026 season to snuggle with baby goats, woolly little lambs, and peep at our freshly hatched chicks and the adorable piglets with their mama.
Calgary Roughnecks vs. Colorado Mammoth – Roughnecks Rodeo
📍 Scotiabank Saddledome (555 Saddledome Rise Southeast, Calgary, AB)
📆 April 18, 2026
💰 $39+
⏰ 7pm
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Looking for a night out that’s packed with adrenaline, non-stop action, and unforgettable energy? Then it’s time to experience a Calgary Roughnecks game! Picture this: the crowd is roaring, the music is pumping, and the players are flying across the turf in a fast-paced battle for glory. Whether you’re a die-hard sports fan or just looking for something new to try, Roughnecks games are the ultimate thrill. With affordable tickets, high-energy halftime shows, and a fan base that knows how to bring the hype, it’s more than a game—it’s a party you won’t want to miss. Grab your crew, bring your loudest cheers, and get ready to experience Calgary’s favourite lacrosse team like never before!
Aggie Days
📍Nutrien Western Event Centre & Agriculture Barns (Stampede Trail SE, Calgary, AB)
📆 April 18 & 19, 2026
💰 Free
⏰ 10am – 4pm
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Aggie Days welcomes the farm to the city for a fun-filled, educational experience that’s perfect for all ages. Find hands-on activities, live demonstrations, and interactive displays, plus exciting animal competitions and family-friendly fun. Aggie Days is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to experience Alberta agriculture up close.
Airdrie Regional Home & Lifestyle Show
📍 Genesis Place (800 East Lake Blvd NE, Airdrie, AB)
📆 April 18 & 19, 2026
💰 $5
⏰ 10am – 4pm
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Start your spring off right by attending the Airdrie Regional Home & Lifestyle Show. The trade show runs on Saturday, April 18th and Sunday, April 19th, 2026 at Genesis Place, Airdrie AB. The Airdrie Regional Chamber of Commerce hosts close to 200 exhibitors during the show from both Airdrie and surrounding areas. These unique vendors are ready to showcase their products and services.
Join us to shop, compare, try, and buy; this is also an excellent opportunity for consumers to shop local! Where else can you spend $5 and be entertained for the day, shop, eat, listen, learn from experts, be entertained, and get a bag full of goodies?!
Spring Babies Date Night
📍 Butterfield Acres Farm (254077 Rocky Ridge Rd NW, Calgary, AB)
📆 April 18, 2026
💰 $25
⏰ 5pm – 8pm
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Looking for a unique night out? Spring Babies Date Night at Butterfield Acres offers adults the chance to enjoy the farm after hours while meeting newborn farm animals and experiencing the charm of spring on the farm.
Guests can meet baby goats, lambs, chicks, piglets and other young animals in a relaxed evening setting. Enjoy tractor-pulled wagon rides, visit with the animals, and gather around cozy fire pits while taking in the sights and sounds of the farm at sunset.
This adults-only evening offers a laid-back atmosphere perfect for couples, friends or anyone looking for something a little different than the usual dinner and movie.
Seasonal treats and warm drinks will be available, and there will be plenty of opportunities to capture memorable photos with the baby animals.
Western Canadian Reptile Expo
📍 Acadia Recreation Complex (240 90 Ave SE, Calgary, AB)
📆 April 18 & 19, 2026
💰 $10+
⏰ Sat: 10am – 5pm / Sun: 10am – 4pm
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Prepare yourself for an extraordinary weekend filled with captivating reptiles, stunning plants, and unique oddities! The WCRE Calgary Reptile, Plant, and Oddity Show is set to be a spectacular gathering for enthusiasts, families, and everyone intrigued by the wonders of nature.
Kitties ‘N Blooms Cat Show
📍 Southland Leisure Centre (2000 Southland Dr SW, Calgary, AB)
📆 April 18 & 19, 2026
💰 $6+
⏰ Sat: 9:30am – 5pm / Sun: 9am – 4pm
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Head to Kitties ‘N Blooms Cat Show for family-friendly fun with felines! Enjoy the cat show, shop the vendors, and visit cats and kittens in every shape and size.
Ties and Tiaras Ball
📍 Riverbend Community Association (19 Rivervalley Drive SE, Calgary, AB)
📆 April 18, 2026
💰 $15+
⏰ 3pm – 5pm
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This magical event is specially designed for our youngest princes and princesses. Put on your fanciest attire—whether it’s a sparkling tiara or a sharp tie—and get ready for a day of royal fun. Children will enjoy music, dancing, and unforgettable memories. It’s the perfect opportunity for every child to shine like royalty!
Sunday, April 19, 2026
Gluten Free Expo
📍 BMO Centre (20 Roundup Way SW, Calgary, AB)
📆 April 19, 2026
💰 $15 (12 & under free)
⏰ 10am – 3pm
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Step into a world of exploration at the Gluten-Free Expo, where businesses of all sizes, consumers, retailers, and industry professionals come together to discover the latest in gluten-free products, brands, and innovations. Whether you’re a consumer looking to shop for new and exciting gluten-free options, a small business seeking to expand your product line, or a large retailer/industry professional exploring cutting-edge products, the Gluten-Free Expo is the place to be.
Spring Thaw Car Show
📍 Heritage Park (1900 Heritage Dr SW, Calgary, AB)
📆 April 19, 2026
💰 Free
⏰ 10am – 3pm
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Get ready to kick off cruising season at the Nifty Fifty Spring Thaw Car Show at Heritage Park. This popular Calgary car show returns for another exciting year, with more than 400 classic cars, hot rods, antiques, and custom builds expected to fill the Park’s front lots for this annual show and shine.
ELVIS – Viva Las Vegas
📍 Ranchmans Calgary (9615 McLeod Trail S, Calgary, AB)
📆 April 19, 2026
💰 $43+
⏰ Doors: 5pm / Dinner: 5:30pm – 7pm / Show: 7pm
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Join us for a thrilling night of nostalgia and entertainment as we celebrate the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll, Elvis Presley, with a special “Viva Las Vegas” tribute show!
Experience Elvis like never before with an incredible performance capturing the magic of his Vegas residency.
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