Calgary Underground Film Festival

📍 Globe Cinema (617 8^th Ave SW, Calgary, AB)
📆 Until April 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!

New Sound In Town

📍 Stage West Calgary (727 – 42 Avenue SE, Calgary, AB)
📆 Until 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.

Spring Ghost Tours

📍 Heritage Park (1900 Heritage Dr SW, Calgary, AB)
📆 April 22, 2026
💰 $25+
⏰ 8:00pm
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Step into the shadows and explore the eerie side of history with Heritage Park’s spine-chilling Calgary Ghost Tours. As night falls, the Park’s historic streets come alive with tales of haunted buildings, mysterious apparitions and unexplained phenomena. Guided by our knowledgeable storytellers, you’ll uncover the darker side of the past and hear true stories that have been passed down through generations of Park goers.

Story Time at Heritage Park

📍 Railway 0rientation Centre at Heritage Park (1900 Heritage Dr SW, Calgary, AB)
📆 April 22, 2026
💰FREE
⏰ 10:30am – 11:30am
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Bring the kids to Heritage Park and visit the Railway Orientation Centre for story time! Volunteers will read familiar classics and modern favourites. After the story time, kids will enjoy sing-along activities and a creative craft session.

Calgary Comic and Entertainment Expo

📍 BMO Centre (1912 Flores Ladue Parade SE, Calgary, AB)
📆 April 23 – 26, 2026
💰 $25+
⏰ Thurs: 4pm – 9pm / Fri: 12pm – 8pm / Sat: 10am – 7pm / Sun: 10am – 5pm
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Check out our guide to the Calgary Comic and Entertainment Expo

The Calgary Comic & Entertainment Expo is one of the biggest pop-culture conventions of its kind in the world! Come together with your fellow fans from April 23 – 26, 2026, to geek out over comics, sci-fi, anime, gaming, cosplay and more at the brand-new BMO Centre. Shop hundreds of artists, artisans, and specialty vendors for that impossible-to-find treasure. Check out panels and workshops, meet your favourite stars and creators, and celebrate what makes them geeky with thousands of other fans in cosplay. Whatever you’re a fan of, you’ll find it at the Calgary Expo!

Tenille Townes + Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra

📍 Bella Concert Hall (205 8^th Ave SE, Calgary, AB)
📆 April 23, 2026
💰$100+
⏰ 7:30pm
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Seize this special chance to hear the sensational 17-time Canadian Country Music Award-winner Tenille Townes perform her biggest hits with your Calgary Phil! Experience the potent stories and open-hearted lyrics of her soul-searching songs and raw ballads amplified with symphonic sounds.

Spring Fling Fiesta at Blue Grass Calgary

📍 Blue Grass Garden Centre Calgary (260130B Writing Creek Cres, Rocky View County, AB)
📆 April 23, 2026
💰$0+
⏰ 5:00 – 8:00pm
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Spring starts here. Step into a greenhouse transformed into a vibrant spring hangout — warm air, fresh blooms, music, drinks and a space full of energy. Whether you’re planning a fun night out, a casual date, or just looking for something different to do – this is your moment to kick off the season.

2026 Calgary Volunteer Fair

📍 Downtown U of C Campus (906 8 Ave SW, Calgary, AB)
📆 April 23, 2026
💰FREE
⏰ 10:30am – 4:00pm
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We’re returning to the heart of downtown Calgary to bring you the Calgary Volunteer Fair – an incredible opportunity to meet with 60+ organizations looking for passionate volunteers like YOU!

What to expect: Connect with non-profit organisations with a wide range of causes and needs in person and find your perfect volunteer opportunity!

Discovery Days: Showers to Flowers

📍 Bow Habitat Station (1440-17A Street SE, Calgary, AB)
📆 April 24, 2026
💰 $6+ ( 3 & under free)
⏰ 9:30am – 3pm
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Spring transforms Alberta into a living canvas, alive with movement, sound, and colour. As things warm up, so do the romantic hearts of many Albertan species. Discover the musical courtship calls of birds, bugs, and beyond.

Experience spring as more than a season — see how it sparks the cycles that keep nature thriving. Discover growth and regeneration in the most unexpected spaces and reveal ways that you can protect our plants and animals.

Calgary PetFest

📍 Spruce Meadows (18011 Spruce Meadows Way SW, Calgary, AB)
📆 April 24 – 26, 2026
💰$10+
⏰ Fri & Sat: 10am – 7pm / Sun: 10am – 5pm
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Celebrate everything you love about animals with Calgary PetFest at Spruce Meadows. Shop at vendors and watch amazing performances, like the Corgi Races and the Dachshund Dash. Check out demos and visit the petting zoo. If you love dogs and animals, you’ll love this family-friendly celebration of ‘animals, action, and adorable moments!

The Sheepdogs: Out All Night Tour

📍 Grey Eagle Event Centre (Grey Eagle Dr, Tsuu T’ina Nation 145, AB)
📆 April 24, 2026
💰$49+
⏰ 8:00pm
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Get ready for a night of classic rock vibes and nonstop energy—don’t miss The Sheepdogs live on their Out All Night Tour for a show packed with gritty guitars, crowd-favourite hits, and feel-good anthems!

POW! PARADE OF WONDERS

📍 Central Memorial Park (1221 2^nd St SW, Calgary, AB)
📆 April 24, 2026
💰 FREE
⏰ 10:30am
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Check out our GUIDE to the POW! Parade of Wonders!

This is Canada’s biggest cosplay parade, celebrating all things pop culture. You can register to walk in the parade or just watch.

Horse Expo Canada 2026

📍 Westerner Park (4847A 19 St, Red Deer, AB)
📆 April 24-26, 2026
💰$25+
⏰ 9am – 6pm
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Horse Expo Canada is the largest equine expo in Canada, bringing together horse lovers, industry professionals, and enthusiasts from across Western Canada for three days of education, entertainment, and connection.

Held annually at Westerner Park in Red Deer, the event features over 200 vendors, world-class clinicians, and a wide range of programming including clinics, demonstrations, and presentations across multiple disciplines such as horsemanship, dressage, reining, and more.

A major highlight of the weekend is the Trainers Showdown, where top trainers work hands-on with a young colt over three days, offering a unique and engaging look into real-time training techniques.

Attendees can also explore Breeders Alley, enjoy the equine fashion show, live music, art displays, and interactive experiences. Whether you’re a seasoned rider or simply passionate about horses, Horse Expo Canada offers something for everyone.