Hey Wanderers!
Calgary is set for a vibrant weekend packed with excitement, creativity, and something for everyone to enjoy! Celebrate all things pop culture at the Calgary Expo, experience the colorful spectacle of the Parade of Wonders, spend time with adorable animals at Calgary PetFest, or explore intricate model displays at Supertrain.
With lively events, unique showcases, and so much more happening around the city, Calgary is the perfect place to make the most of your weekend!
Friday, April 24, 2026
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+
⏰ 8pm
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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 2nd St SW, Calgary, AB)
📆 April 24, 2026
💰 FREE
⏰ 10:30am
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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.
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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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!
Feast on 4th
📍 Fourth Street (201 501 18th Ave SW, Calgary, AB)
📆 April 22 – 26, 2026
💰 $10+
⏰ Times vary
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Go on a culinary adventure without a single suitcase – bite into delicate French macarons, savour Spanish tapas, dive into Korean street food, indulge on traditional British pub fare and so much more! 4th Street is giving YOU a first-class ticket to taste the world…with economy pricing – because every dish is just TEN DOLLARS!
Wildwoman
📍 Martha Cohen Theatre (215 – 8th Avenue SE, Calgary, AB)
📆 April 21 – May 10, 2026
💰 $29+
⏰ Tues – Fri: 7:30pm / Sat: 2pm & 7:30pm / Sun: 2pm
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Based on the shocking true story that inspired Beauty and the Beast, WILDWOMAN dives into the lives of three powerful women as they fight for survival, influence, and legacy within the treacherous walls of a royal court.
Click here to check out our experience!
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.
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!
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 25, 2026
Calgary Wild FC vs. Roses de Montréal FC
📍McMahon Stadium (1817 Crowchild Tr NW, Calgary, AB)
📆 April 25, 2026
💰 $29+
⏰ 5pm
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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.
Cavalry FC vs. Inter Toronto FC
📍Spruce Meadows (18011 Spruce Meadows Way SW, Calgary, AB)
📆 April 25, 2026
💰 $27+
⏰ 5pm
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Feel the passion, hear the drums, and join the charge with Cavalry FC! From edge-of-your-seat goals to the electric energy of the Foot Soldiers, every match is a battle worth watching. Whether you’re a die-hard supporter or just looking for an epic day out, come rep your city and be part of the beautiful game!
SUPERTRAIN
📍Olympic Oval, University of Calgary (288 Collegiate Blvd NW, Calgary, AB)
📆 April 25 – 26, 2026
💰 $5+
⏰ 9am – 5pm
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Over 100 exhibitors from across North America will be at SUPERTRAIN on April 25 – 26, 2026. Families will enjoy seeing the operating model railroad layouts, Lionel, LEGO, and Thomas trains, and model-building demonstrations. You can check out historical associations, railroad art and photos, hobby shops, manufacturers, and much more. The kids will love the Children’s Play Area, with large Thomas and Lego tables – all waiting to be enjoyed. Plus, Iron Horse Park will be back with their free ride-on trains and CPKC’s Little General train, a star of the Stampede Parade, will be there too!
Tenille Townes + Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra
📍Jack Singer Concert Hall (205 8th Ave SE, Calgary, AB)
📆 April 25, 2026
💰 $60+
⏰ 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.
Beacon Original Art Show & Sale
📍Bridgeland-Riverside Community Association (917 Centre Avenue NE, Calgary, AB)
📆 April 25 & 26, 2026
💰 FREE
⏰ 10am – 4pm
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Chat with local emerging artists at Beacon Original Art Show & Sale and find something special to purchase. Emerging and established artists attend each day, showcasing painting, jewelry, glass, photography, ceramics, sculpture, and textiles. There is free parking and admission, draws, and no GST.
TTMAC’s Used Kids’ Clothing Sale
📍Genesis Centre (7555 Falconridge Blvd NE, Calgary, AB)
📆 April 25, 2026
💰 FREE
⏰ 10am – 2pm
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The Twins, Triplets and More Association of Calgary is getting ready for Calgary’s largest sale of used kids’ clothes, toys, and equipment on April 25, 2026. Outfit your family from head to toe, with sizes ranging from newborn to young adult. Stock up on everything you need for spring and summer. The sale has a huge selection of books, puzzles, games, and a variety of toys to keep kids occupied.
ImaginAsian: Treasures of Asia & Canada
📍Bella Concert Hall (18 Mount Royal Circle SW, Calgary, AB)
📆 April 25, 2026
💰 $30+
⏰ 5pm – 8pm
🔗 Learn more here: Click here
Join the Asian Heritage Foundation for Treasures of Asia, an unforgettable evening celebrating the vibrant musical diversity of Pan-Asian cultures from across Asia and Canada. On Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Bella Concert Hall, experience a dynamic showcase of music and performance featuring award-winning international artists alongside exceptional local talent. The evening begins with an intimate artist meet-and-greet from 5:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., offering a unique opportunity to engage with the performers before the showcase.
Saskatoon Farm Spring Market
📍The Saskatoon Farm (80181 338 Ave E, Foothills County, AB)
📆 April 25 & 26, 2026
💰 $6+
⏰ 9am – 5pm
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- Come on out and enjoy a beautiful spring day here at the farm. Warm your bones in our greenhouses and prepare for the annual thaw!
- With 80+ indoor and outdoor vendors, live local music, a petting zoo, family activities, incredible food and drinks, plus our bakery, restaurant, garden centre, Buffalo Room, and Grocery Hub all open—there’s something for everyone.
Sunday, April 26, 2026
The Barn Artisan Market
📍 Shawnessy Barn (224 Shawmeadows Rd SW, Calgary, AB)
📆 April 26, 2026
💰 FREE
⏰ 11am – 4pm
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The Barn Artisan Market focuses on local vendors, made in Alberta products, and local Calgary small businesses. Come experience two floors of local artisans, crafters, creators, makers, bakers and more! Admission is free and there’s free on-site parking too. You won’t want to miss it!
Triwood Spring Market
📍 Triwood Community Association (2244 Chicoutimi Drive NW, Calgary, AB)
📆 April 26, 2026
💰 FREE
⏰ 10am – 4pm
🔗 Learn more here: Click here
Join us for our Annual Spring Market & Plant Pop-Up! Come celebrate the change of seasons, find the perfect gift for mother’s day, and to get your gardens ready for planting season. We will be hosting a artisan craft and food market in combined with a plant pop-up. See you in the Spring!
We can’t wait to see where you wander this week!
Be sure to check back with us at Made For Wanderers for updates on all the best events, and don’t forget to share your favourite April adventures with us.
Shabina + Adi
