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All Aboard: Day Out With Thomas Returns to Calgary This May
Take your toddler to see their favourite TV character as Thomas the Tank Engine is returning to Calgary with “Let’s Rock, Let’s Roll Tour” tour this May…. Read more »
Battle River Train Excursions 2026: Ride East-Central Alberta Rails on Themed Tours
Embark on an enchanting journey through Alberta’s Battle River valley on Battle River Train Excursions. The tours treat passengers to the picturesque views of the Alberta countryside… Read more »
Top Things to Do on Your Trip to Nanton
The small community of Nanton is located on Highway 2 on the eastern edge of the Alberta foothills. Its location, just an hour from two of Alberta’s… Read more »
Shooting Stars: Watch the Skies for Lyrid Meteor Shower – Peaks April 21 & 22
It’s that time of the year again! Lighting up the sky in April is the annual Lyrid meteor shower, and you may get to see multiple bright… Read more »
Food & Drink Festivals and Events in Calgary
A list of Food and drink events and festivals to celebrate culture and food from around the world, right here in Calgary!
Events listed include dinner theatre, tasting events, beer festivals, food festivals and more!
Reminder: Reservations For Lake Louise and Moraine Lake Shuttles For 2026 Summer Season Open April 15
Reservations for Parks Canada shuttles to Lake Louise and Moraine Lake’s shores open Wednesday at 8 a.m. MDT. If you are planning to visit Lake Louise and… Read more »
Reserve Your Comfy Spot for 2026 Calgary Stampede Parade and Support a Good Cause
Since 1912, the Calgary Stampede Parade has been the official kickoff to Calgary’s iconic summer festival. Tens of thousands line up the streets to experience the extravagant showcase… Read more »
15 Spring Day Trips From Calgary
All around Calgary there are trails to hike, rivers and lakes to kayak, wildlife to spot, arts to marvel at, and cultures or histories to learn about…. Read more »
Celebrate Spring Migration at Snow Goose Festival Near Edmonton; Tickets Now on Sale
The Alberta skies are about to be filled with the sights and sounds of thousands of migrating birds. The birds are returning from their winter vacations in… Read more »
Frank Lake: See Hundreds of Swans During Spring Near Calgary
Plan a birding day trip to the south of Calgary during Spring. You may be yet to hear of Frank Lake in Alberta, as it is not… Read more »
Guide to Festivals in Calgary – 2026
A guide to festivals in Calgary – includes free fun family festivals, music festivals (electronic, classic, jazz, blues, reggae, folk), food festivals, arts and science festivals, international… Read more »
Parks Canada Confirms 2026 Alcohol Ban Periods for Banff Campgrounds, Full List Released
Parks Canada has set out this year’s restriction dates for alcohol and cannabis use in Banff National Park, along with a detailed list of affected campgrounds. Per… Read more »
25 Things to Do This Spring in Calgary
You know exactly what’s in the air. The weather is warmer, and the flowers will begin to bloom. There are a growing number of things to do… Read more »
Garden Centres in and Around Calgary
It’s spring! The air is fresh, the snow is melting, and gardening is at the top of my mind. It’s time to start planting seeds indoors, getting… Read more »
Things to Do in Calgary in April – 2026
Things to Do in Calgary in April: Events, Activities and Festivals happening in Calgary during the month of April 2025.
20 Things to Do During Spring in Alberta
As the temperatures warm up during Spring in Alberta, the province begins to open up with more to do, more to see, and more reasons for getting… Read more »
Free Things to Do in Calgary This April – 2026
A list of FREE and cheap fun things to do in Calgary during April.
Calgary Stampede Announces 2026 Coca-Cola Stage Lineup
Grab your boots, wrangle your friends and join the ultimate Stampede party. Following the revealing of the artists rocking the country music party at the Nashville North… Read more »
Canada Falls Sharply in the Latest World Happiness Report; Now Ranked Below the U.S.
Canada has slipped noticeably in this year’s global happiness rankings, landing at 25th place, down from 18th last year, according to the World Happiness Report from the… Read more »
Easter in Calgary: 2026 Events & Activities
Take Easter bunny pictures at Calgary’s retailers, visit Calgary Zoo for their annual Easter Easter Eggstravaganza, go on Easter Egg hunts, and enjoy delicious Easter Sunday brunch this Easter weekend in Calgary.
Spruce Meadows Hosts Massive Easter Egg Hunt with Up to $10K in Cash Prizes
Easter at Spruce Meadows is getting a competitive twist this year, with up to $10,000 in cash prizes on the line. The venue is hosting what it’s… Read more »
Calgary’s Youth Hiring Fair Returns on March 26
The City of Calgary’s Youth Employment Centre is bringing back its annual Youth Hiring Fair on March 26 at the Big Four Building in Stampede Park. The… Read more »
Cross Lake Provincial Park: Ways to Explore This Nature’s Escape in North-Central Alberta
Don’t let this park’s name confuse you; Cross Lake Provincial Park is located on north-central Alberta’s Steele Lake. While it may be a small lake, this Athabasca-region… Read more »
World Cup of Hockey 2028 Headed to Alberta with Finals at Rogers Place
Alberta has landed a major international hockey event, and the province beat out several North American cities to do it. Officials confirmed that the World Cup of… Read more »