A new weekend in Calgary is bringing plenty of reasons to get out and explore the city. From laughing your way through the FUNNYFEST Calgary Comedy Festival to the high-flying action of the Royal Canadian International Circus and treasure hunting at the Calgary Game & Collectors Show, there’s something happening for every kind of weekend plan. Whether you’re looking for family fun, a night out with friends, or something completely different, this weekend’s lineup has you covered.
We’ve rounded up the best events happening this weekend so you can spend less time searching and more time actually getting out there. Below is your guide to what’s happening in and around Calgary from Friday, May 29 through Sunday, May 31, 2026, featuring Okotoks Dawgs baseball games, a Calgary Wild FC matchup, spring fun at Calgary Farmyard, local markets, live entertainment, and plenty more happening across the city all weekend long.
Scroll through, make your picks, and turn it into a weekend worth remembering.
Full List of events
Friday, May 29, 2026
Currie Night Market
📍 Alexandria Park (Trasimene Cres SW, Calgary AB)
📆 May 29, 2026
💰 FREE
⏰ 4pm – 9pm
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The Currie Night Market offers a cozy, community-driven experience that highlights local makers and food vendors while enjoying a stroll through one of Calgary’s most scenic areas. It’s an excellent option for those looking for relaxed, all ages activities and unique neighbourhood-focused things to do in Calgary.
Calgary Farmyard Adult Night (18+)
📍 Calgary Farmyard (284022 Township Road 224, Rocky View County, AB)
📆 May 29, 2026
💰 $37
⏰ 5:30pm – 9:30pm
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Experience the Farmyard in a fun and relaxed evening setting. Enjoy our country fair-style food and beverages while unpacking your inner-child during this ages 18+ event. Season’s Passholders do not require a ticket to the May 29 evening ticket. This event is included with their season’s pass.
The Farmyard is a multi-award winning venue that provides an exciting, and truly hands-on experience. We have the cutest barnyard animals, plus over 40 great attractions to keep you entertained for hours. The Evening Lights will be on, the event patio will be open, and the fun will be flowing.
Okotoks Dawgs vs. Sylvan Lake Gulls Home Opener
📍 Seaman Stadium (256 Don Seaman Way, Okotoks, AB)
📆 May 29, 2026
💰 $15+
⏰ 7pm
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Baseball season is back, and the Okotoks Dawgs Home Opener is the perfect excuse for a fun night out filled with big hits, ballpark snacks, and summer energy in the stands. Whether you’re a longtime fan or just there for the atmosphere, opening night is always one to remember.
Broadway Hits: Hamilton, Rent + More!
📍 Jack Singer Concert Hall (205 8 Avenue SE, Calgary, AB)
📆 May 29 & 30, 2026
💰 $37+
⏰ 7:30pm
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Grab your seats for this Broadway extravaganza as your Calgary Phil brings the splendour of The Great White Way to Jack Singer Concert Hall! Juliane Gallant and two marvellous vocal stars team up with the Orchestra to perform memorable tunes from modern musicals, including Hamilton and Rent, plus the great Stephen Sondheim’s songs from Sweeney Todd and Company.
State of Art YYC Fine Art Show
📍 Strathcona Community Centre (277 Strathcona Drive SW, Calgary, AB)
📆 May 29 & 30, 2026
💰 FREE
⏰ Fri: 6pm – 9pm / Sat: 10am – 4pm
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Calgary Fine Art Show featuring a wide range of local artists who will be showcasing new artworks that will be for sale. There will be paintings, ceramics, jewelry, glassworks, sculpture and more!
FUNNYFEST Calgary Comedy Festival
📍 Various locations
📆 May 28 – June 07, 2026
💰 $15+
⏰ Times vary
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FunnyFest Comedy does it all — from high – brow to low – brow and everything in-between!
Catch the big laughs with 6 Stand Up Comedians per show!
Dog Days Festival
📍 Various Restaurants, Calgary, AB
📆 May 23 – June 06, 2026
💰 $0+
⏰ Times vary
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Welcome to Dog Days, Calgary’s first-ever hot dog festival!
This two-week event celebrates classic and creative hot dogs across the city, with $1 from every festival dog sold supporting the Pet Access League Society (PALS).
Visit any participating restaurant from May 23 to June 6, 2026 and order their Dog Days hot dog.
Royal Canadian International Circus
📍 CrossIron Mills (261055 CrossIron Blvd NE, Calgary, AB)
📆 May 22 – 31, 2026
💰 $26+
⏰ Times vary by date
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The Royal Canadian International Circus is coming to Calgary from May 22 – 31, 2026, and there’s nothing quite like the glamour, amazement, and magic of a traditional circus. It’s a feast for the senses, with the smell of popcorn, the dazzling lights, and the high-energy music. Get your tickets today!
InglewooDIY Festival: In Every Nook & Cranny
📍 Location’s vary
📆 May 22 – 31, 2026
💰 Prices vary
⏰ Times vary
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Being an arts and culture hub, Inglewood is a stage to host the InglewooDIY Festival as an experience full of creativity, filling nooks and crannies throughout alleyways, within historic buildings, crooked streets, industrial areas, and behind buildings. Artists, artisans, handcrafters, and makers will be scattered throughout the neighbourhood, hosting numerous demonstrations, workshops, and art installations during 10 days in May.
StoryBook Theatre Shrek: The Musical
📍 Beddington Theatre Arts Centre (375 Bermuda Drive NW, Calgary, AB)
📆 May 22 – June 21, 2026 (Tuesdays – Sundays)
💰 $28+
⏰ Tues – Sat: 7pm / Sat & Sun: 2pm
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Everyone will be “a believer!” 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. Shrek’s journey is one of self-acceptance and breaking past the barriers of fear and isolation. He and Fiona must find the courage to embrace their true selves, defy societal expectations, and fight for love. The show reinforces that bravery is often about being unapologetically yourself.
Spring at Calgary Farmyard
📍 Calgary Farmyard (284022 Township Road 224, Rocky View County, AB)
📆 May 16 – June 21, 2026
💰 $25+
⏰ 10am – 7pm
🔗 Learn more & get your tickets here: Click Here
Get ready to kick up your boots and welcome spring at the Farmyard! As the sun shines brighter and the days get warmer, our farm bursts to life with bouncing baby animals, freshly planted fields, and plenty of good old-fashioned fun.
Spring is the season of new beginnings, and there’s no better place to celebrate it than here! Snuggle a baby goat, snap photos of colorful blossoms, and breathe in the fresh country air. Whether you’re young or just young at heart, the Farmyard is the perfect springtime adventure!
Saturday, May 30, 2026
Leonard Cohen and Joni Mitchell: The Untold Love Story
📍 Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium (1415 14 Ave. NW, Calgary, AB)
📆 May 30, 2026
💰 $54+
⏰ 7:30pm
🔗 Get your tickets here: Click Here
Leonard Cohen and Joni Mitchell: The Untold Love Story immerses audiences in the passionate but brief romance the iconic duo shared that shaped their songs, their lives and music history.
Calgary Game & Collectors Show
📍 Acadia Recreation Complex (240 90 Ave SE, Calgary, AB)
📆 May 30, 2026
💰 $5+
⏰ 11am – 5pm
🔗 Learn more & get your tickets here: Click Here
The Calgary Game & Collectors Show is a one-day celebration of gaming and collecting culture, bringing together fans of video games, tabletop, cards, and pop culture under one roof. Explore a vibrant vendor market packed with collectibles, artwork, and rare finds, alongside a dedicated gaming arena featuring tournaments, free play, and interactive experiences.
Little Modern Market
📍 Red & White Club (1833 Crowchild Trail NW, Calgary, AB)
📆 May 30, 2026
💰 By donation
⏰ 10am – 4pm
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A modern + local pop up market is holding an online sale featuring a cool + modern environment for local makers to share their craft.
Okotoks Dawgs vs. Lethbridge Bulls
📍 Seaman Stadium (256 Don Seaman Way, Okotoks, AB)
📆 May 30, 2026
💰 $30+
⏰ 7pm
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Catch an Okotoks Dawgs game this summer and see why it’s one of the best nights out near Calgary. Between the packed crowd, ballpark snacks, sunset innings, and nonstop energy at Seaman Stadium, it’s the kind of summer experience you’ll want to keep coming back to.
The Hangar Flight Museum Aviation Career Days
📍 The Hangar Flight Museum (4629 McCall Way NE, Calgary, AB)
📆 May 30 & 31, 2026
💰 $12+
⏰ 10am – 4pm
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Are your kids interested in aviation careers? Join The Hangar Flight Museum for its inaugural career fair, included with regular admission. 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.
Chestermere Country Connections
📍 Chestermere Rec Centre (201 West Chestermere Dr, Chestermere, AB)
📆 May 30, 2026
💰 $5 (2 & under free)
⏰ 10am – 2pm
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The Chestermere Family Fun Fair is now Country Connections! This family event includes kid-friendly activities like hay rides, pony rides, games, and activities, plus agricultural activities and a plant, seed, and book exchange.
Sunday, May 31, 2026
Calgary Wild FC vs. AFC Toronto
📍 McMahon Stadium (1817 Crowchild Tr NW, Calgary, AB)
📆 May 31, 2026
💰 $29+
⏰ 2pm
🔗 Get your tickets here: Click Here
Get ready, Calgary Wild FC is taking the pitch, and the energy is electric! Whether you’re a die-hard soccer fan or just looking for a thrilling night out, there’s nothing like the roar of the crowd and the rush of live soccer action.
That’s your weekend, Wanderers. From spring markets and live entertainment to packed sports games, outdoor events, and family-friendly fun across the city, Calgary is full of reasons to get out and make the most of the weekend.
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