Things to Do in Calgary in May: Events, Activities and Festivals happening in Calgary during the month of May 2026.
Mother’s Day:
Things to Do in Calgary in May – 2026
The Shawnessy Barn, 224 Shawmeadows Rd SW, Calgary
May 31, 2026
$60-$65
Enjoy a delightful experience filled with tea, finger sandwiches, decadent sweets, and wonderful company. The afternoon will also feature exciting prizes, raffles, and entertainment. All proceeds go ... »
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Jack Singer Concert Hall, 225 8 Ave SE, Calgary
May 31, 2026 To June 1, 2026
$53.10 - $96.90
National Geographic Live Lee Berger: Cave of Bones The discovery of an early hominid ancestor in 2008 by paleoanthropologist and National Geographic Explorer Lee Berger helped clarify and ... »
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City of Calgary Multi-Agency Training (MAT) Centre, 5705 23 ave SE Calgary
May 31, 2026
4037710604
Free
An interactive Career Fair with Police, Fire, EMS, Transit, Community Safety and Dispatch for those considering a career on the Front Line. Are you a woman considering ... »
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The Hangar Flight Museum, 4629 McCall Way Northeast, Calgary
May 30, 2026 To May 31, 2026
Regular Admission
Aviation Career Days at The Hangar Flight Museum connects industry leaders directly with the next generation of aviation and STEM talent. Over two days, companies, training institutions, ... »
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City of Calgary Multi-Agency Training (MAT) Centre, 5705 23 Ave SE, Calgary
May 30, 2026
3037710604
Free
An interactive Career Fair with Police, Fire, EMS, Transit, Community Safety and Dispatch for those considering a career on the Front Line. Are you considering a career ... »
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The University District Sales & Discovery Centre, 4410 University Ave NW, Calgary
May 30, 2026
Free
University District invites guests to join the spring-inspired Show Suite Open House ‘Wildflower Social.’ The Sales and Discovery Centre will transform into a vibrant floral wonderland inspired ... »
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Studio Bell, 850 4 Street SE, Calgary
May 30, 2026 To August 29, 2026
4035435115
Free
Join us in PlayLab and make music by building circuits and experimenting with synthesizers. In this hands-on drop-in program, participants build simple circuits and create sounds they ... »
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Strathcona Community Centre, 277 Strathcona Drive SW, Calgary
May 29, 2026 To May 30, 2026
4037030294
Free admission
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, ... »
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Jack Singer Concert Hall, 205 8 Avenue SE, Calgary
May 29, 2026 To May 30, 2026
403-571-0270 /403-571-0849
$37.00 - $113.00
Broadway Hits: Hamilton, Rent + More! Grab your seats for this Broadway extravaganza as your Calgary Phil brings the splendour of The Great White Way to Jack Singer ... »
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MacDougall United Church, 8516 Athabasca Street SE, Calgary
May 24, 2026
4037143818
Free - $30.00
Step into the world of Broadway and come celebrate the Calgary Women’s Chorus 15th Anniversary. This musical extravaganza will feature music from 101 Dalmatians, A Little Night ... »
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Ballroom & Country Dance Studio, 121C 17 Ave NE, Calgary
May 24, 2026
Free
Burlesquercise blends dance and fitness in an inclusive and supportive environment. Join one of the upcoming free sessions for a fun, beginner-friendly burlesque-inspired dance class. No experience ... »
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Serbian Orthodox Church St Simeon, 16025 243 Ave E, Calgary
May 23, 2026 To May 24, 2026
Free
Celebrate and experience the rich history of the Serbian culture featuring live traditional folklore dances and music performances, delicious authentic Serbian food, cultural exhibits and various sporting ... »
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The Confluence Historic Site and Parkland, 750 9 Ave SE, Calgary
May 23, 2026
5872881406
$15
Celebrate the storytelling, art and community of the Winter Count, a pictographic calendar depicting remarkable events of each year. Visit The Confluence for a special event exploring ... »
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CrossIron Mills, 261055 Crossiron Blvd, Calgary
May 22, 2026 To June 1, 2026
$35 to $60
Where Circus Tradition Meets Modern Spectacle The Royal Canadian International Circus arrives in Calgary with an electrifying all-new 2026 production — a thrilling blend of world-class acrobatics, stunning visuals, ... »
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Heritage Park Historical Village, 1900 Heritage Dr SW, Calgary
May 22, 2026 To May 30, 2026
4036130759
$120 + GST per person
A barn dance. A gunshot. A mystery to solve. It’s a Death on the Dancefloor. Grab your dancing shoes, those detective instincts and the whole gang, ... »
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Arts Learning Centre, 215 8 Ave SE, Calgary
May 22, 2026 To May 24, 2026
403-294-7455
$0.00 - $8.00
A magical arts + storytelling adventure for families with young children! Calling all curious little explorers (ages 1-6) and their families! Get ready for an experience filled with ... »
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Winsport Canada Olympic Park, 88 Canada Olympic Road SW, Calgary
May 16, 2026 To May 18, 2026
2 rides: $31
Downhill Karting by Skyline Luge Calgary is a fun, fast-paced family activity that people of all ages and abilities can enjoy. Skyline’s Downhill Karting experience is ... »
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Event Centre at Grey Eagle Resort & Casino, 3775 Grey Eagle Drive, Tsuut’ina
May 16, 2026
4033853747
$39.00 - $59.00
Don’t miss your chance to see Showtime’s The Michael Jackson HIStory Show – returning to Canada in 2026 to commemorate 30 years since Michael Jackson’s final, ground-breaking ... »
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Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo, 210 St. George's Drive NE, Calgary
May 16, 2026
$130 per person + GST
Step into the secret world of penguins at this adults-only event that explores the fascinating lives of these unique birds. Begin your evening with an exclusive, after-hours ... »
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Studio Bell, 850 4 Street SE, Calgary
May 16, 2026 To September 5, 2026
4035435115
Free
In PlayLab, young participants become sound scientists as they create simple DIY instruments like shakers and “sound sandwiches” using everyday materials. Through play and experimentation, kids explore ... »
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Calgary TELUS Convention Centre & Calgary Marriott Downtown Hotel
May 15, 2026 To May 17, 2026
$16.73 & up
Otafest is a 3-day Japanese Cultural and Animation Festival at the Calgary Telus Convention Centre. Shop. Cosplay. Play games. Watch anime. Join a community. Even meet your ... »
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Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium, 1415 14 Ave NW, Calgary
May 15, 2026 To May 16, 2026
$39.00 - $99.00
Feel — and hear — the Force around you in Star Wars: Return of the Jedi when the Calgary Phil performs John Williams’ Oscar-nominated score live-to-film! In the climactic ... »
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Olympic Oval, 288 Collegiate Blvd NW, Calgary
May 14, 2026 To May 17, 2026
Free to $25
The country’s largest annual judo competition will bring more than 1,200 participants to the city, featuring over 160 Alberta athletes, as they compete across multiple age divisions for ... »
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West Village Theatre, 10 Avenue Southwest, Calgary
May 13, 2026 To May 30, 2026
$25+fees
CYPT welcomes back the 2026 Cannonball Festival of Youth-Led Theatre. This Festival of Youth-led Theatre takes place in May, 2026 and features seven youth-written/directed/stage managed/performed/designed/... »
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Contemporary Calgary, 701 11 St SW, Calgary
May 13, 2026 To May 17, 2026
$15-$115
Fairy Tales Queer Art & Film Festival returns May 13–17, 2026, celebrating bold and diverse 2SLGBTQ+ storytelling through film, media art, and community events. Presented by the Calgary Queer ... »
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Jack Singer Concert Hall, 205 8 Avenue SE, Calgary
May 10, 2026
$40.000 - $45.00
Wandering with Wonder, written and created by Samantha Whelan Kotkas with original compositions by Chris Andrew, Jordan Andrew, Matt Epp, Sherryl Sewepagaham, and Walter MacDonald White Bear, ... »
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Parkdale United Church, 2919 8 Ave. N.W., Calgary
May 10, 2026
4034376484
$20 or pay what you can
Vocal Latitudes World Music Choir, under the direction of Krishan Power, with pianist, Faye White, presents our spring concert, Nautical Tales. Also presenting: special guest Ernest Flancia ... »
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Millarville Racing & Agricultural Society, 192 Street, Millarville
May 9, 2026
By Donation
Shop 100+ vendors, including 50+ food vendors, artisan goods like jewellery, candles, art, and more, all from local farmers, makers, bakers, and artists. Bring your reusable shopping bags, wagons, ... »
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Vertigo Theatre, 161, 115 - 9th Avenue SE, Calgary
May 9, 2026 To June 7, 2026
403-221-3707
$32.00 - $74.00
One big case. One last shot at redemption. Frank Galvin is a washed-up, alcoholic, ambulance-chasing lawyer. Offered an ‘open and shut’ malpractice case involving a young pregnant ... »
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Chestermere Regional Community Association, 201 West Chestermere Drive, Chestermere
May 9, 2026
4036060740
free
Chestermere Fine Art Guild presents: Browse original art by local artists and choose the perfect Mothers’ Day gift! Or find just the right piece for your home ... »
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Lantern Community Church, 1401 10 Ave SE, Calgary
May 9, 2026
4038001341
32 - 35
Encuentros is a musical meeting of Flamenco and Arabic traditions. Featuring traditional Flamenco and Arabic music and dance alongside fusion works, the program explores the cultural exchanges ... »
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Vivo For Healthier Generations, 11950 Country Village Link NE, Calgary
May 8, 2026 To May 10, 2026
Free - $8
Calgary Rock & Lapidary Club will present the Annual Rock & Mineral Show with over 50 vendors from around the world, live demonstrations, activities, silent auction and more. ... »
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Spruce Meadows, Spruce Meadows Way Southwest, Calgary
May 6, 2026 To May 10, 2026
Free
The May Classic at Spruce Meadows marks the inaugural outdoor tournament of the season at Spruce Meadows. Featuring competitions ranging from 0.80 meters to 1.30 meters in height, this ... »
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Jack Singer Concert Hall, 205 8 Avenue SE, Calgary
May 6, 2026 To May 7, 2026
$20.00
Wandering with Wonder, written and created by Samantha Whelan Kotkas with original compositions by Chris Andrew, Jordan Andrew, Matt Epp, Sherryl Sewepagaham, and Walter MacDonald White Bear, ... »
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Acadia Recreation Complex, 240 90 Ave SE, Calgary
May 3, 2026
403-540-3470
Free
Experience the talent of many local ceramic artists showcasing their unique, Calgary-created works, all available to inspire and take home. Enjoy free entry, free parking, and complimentary ... »
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