Weekend Activities and Events in and Around Calgary
A weekly digest of What’s On in and around Calgary this weekend, including free, fun family & kids’ activities, live music, theatre & performing arts, sports and exhibitions – March 22 to 24, 2024
Contents:
- Family Events/Festivals
- Live Music/Music Festivals
- Live Theatre/Theatre Festivals and Related Events
- Sports and Related Events
- All Other Events – Festivals, Food Events, Exhibitions, Markets, Tours
March:
- Free and Cheap Things to Do in Calgary in March
- Things to Do in Calgary During March
- 2024 Festivals in Calgary
Easter/Spring:
- 10 Trip Ideas For Easter Weekend Getaway in Alberta
- 15 Getaway Ideas to See 2024 Solar Eclipse in Canada
- 20 Things to Do During Spring in Alberta
I. Family Fun Activities
Globe Cinema, 617 8 Ave SW, Calgary
March 24, 2024
$12.59
Keep it sweet! This shorts pack aimed for families and children is a great way to spend a Sunday afternoon. Short and Sweet pack (Ages 5+): Spirit Bear ... »
Evan Hazel Theatre, 4995 Market Street SE, Calgary
March 23, 2024 To March 24, 2024
$12 - $15
Live music, dance and puppetry, Splish Splash is a delightful celebration of imagination for the whole family. When there is a power loss during a rainstorm that ... »
Central Library, 800 3rd Street Southeast, Calgary
March 23, 2024
4032703200
free
Join us for music, entertainment, and opportunities to experience what environmental actions you can take in Calgary. Pedal power midway games and experience how our natural world ... »
Telus Spark Science Centre, 220 St Georges Dr NE, Calgary
March 22, 2024
Free to $10
Indigenous Science Nights welcome guests of all backgrounds to enjoy Indigenous-focused, one-night-only programming from Knowledge Keepers, speakers, scientists, and artists. What to expect at this Indigenous Science ... »
Bow Habitat Station, 1440 - 17A Street SE, Calgary
March 22, 2024
4032976561
$6 to $10 per person
Make a splash and explore the wonders of Alberta’s aquatic world Water you waiting for? Take a plunge with Bow Habitat Station and dive into the ... »
Fort Calgary, 750 9 Ave SE, Calgary
March 1, 2024 To March 29, 2024
$10
Every Friday, join us for exciting story times, age-appropriate crafts, colouring and more for youngsters aged 0-5! Tickets include the event and admission to the Interpretive Centre ... »
Jubilations Dinner Theatre, 1002 37 Street SW, Calgary
February 2, 2024 To March 23, 2024
4032497799
$41.95-44.95
For Barbie, hosting the best birthday parties has always been a piece of cake, but when the day comes for her sister’s beach birthday party at ... »
CF Chinook Centre, 6455 Macleod Trail, Calgary
February 2, 2024 To March 31, 2024
$18 to $26
Mirror Mirror seamlessly blends creative expression and interactive innovation to create an ever-evolving playground of immersive art. Spanning nine dynamic art installations, each explores themes sparked by ... »
Heritage Park Historical Village, 1900 Heritage Dr. SW, Calgary
January 30, 2024 To April 25, 2024
14032688500
8.95-14.95
For the first time ever and for a limited time only, we’re pulling back the hoods to reveal the engines of our vintage vehicles in Gasoline ... »
Fun at CPL
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Upcoming Events at the Library
II. Live Music
Studio Bell, 850 4 Street SE, Calgary
January 27, 2024 To April 28, 2024
403-543-5115
$15.25 to $39.75
Rock the Nation is a celebration of over 50 years of Canadian music, featuring songs from the ‘60s to present day that inspired, moved, comforted, and challenged a ... »
The King Eddy, 438 9th Ave SE, Calgary
March 22, 2024
$30 to $35
Two Canadian guitar giants come together to burn up the famed King Eddy stage on Friday, March 22, when blues veterans Tony D and David Gogo will share ... »
Rosedale Community Association Hall, 901 - 11th Avenue NW, Calgary
March 22, 2024
$25
Presented by Rocky Mountain Folk Club. David Morrissey, Emilie Kirwan and Dan Mills, three talented Calgary musicians, frequented the lively Oak Tree Tavern session on late Sunday ... »
Grey Eagle Event Centre, 3777 Grey Eagle Drive S.W., Calgary
March 22, 2024
$40+fees
Warren Zeiders was just 22 years old when he signed his first recording contract with Warner Records. After a series of live covers, “Ride The Lightning” caught fire ... »
The Palace Theatre, 219 - 8th Ave SW, Calgary
March 22, 2024
$34.36
The Glitch Mob is an American electronic music duo from Los Angeles, California. It consists of edIT and Ooah. Boreta was a member of the group from ... »
Crescent Heights Community Hall, 1101 - 2nd Street NW, Calgary
March 23, 2024
$32.09
with opener Four Write On! Songwriters The Big Little Lions, consisting of Paul Otten and Helen Austin, was born out of a collaboration that won the duo ... »
The GRAND, 608 1 St SW Calgary
March 23, 2024
$47.53
with Special Guest Neil Osborne. To mark her long career and her 50th birthday, Cara Luft (The Small Glories, The Wailin’ Jennys) is launching “50 for 50” — fifty curated ... »
Jack Singer Concert Hall, 205 8 Ave SE, Calgary
March 23, 2024
$41.00 - $112.00
Don’t miss this remarkable opportunity to hear distinguished British pianist and polymath Sir Stephen Hough perform with the Calgary Phil in the Canadian premiere of his ... »
Meridian Central Station, 1420 Meridian Rd NE, Calgary
March 23, 2024
$30+fees
Canada’s Ultimate Tribute to Motley Crue, Live Wire takes you on a non-stop thrill ride to the WILD SIDE! Who is it for? HOW MUCH Tickets : $30+... »
III. Live Theatre and Related Events
Globe Cinema, 617 8 Ave SW, Calgary
March 24, 2024
$12.59
Animated objects playing out mature themes in a historic building. What more could you ask for? An artist Q+A? You got that too! MONSTR by Tank ... »
Evergreen Community SPACES, 1709 8 Ave NE #2, Calgary
March 24, 2024
$38.96
What is Nobbs Suzuki Praxis (NSP) and Performance? Glenn Taylor’s workshop will be an entry into the application of embodied performance training with an emphasis on ... »
Beddington Theatre Arts Centre, 375 Bermuda Dr NW, Calgary
March 22, 2024 To March 30, 2024
403-246-8505
$27.00 - $30.00
Join us in celebrating the work of the incomparable Stephen Sondheim. Front Row Centre Players Society’s Community Theatre Production Of Sondheim Tribute Revue The Stephen Sondheim ... »
The Pumphouse Theatre, 2140 Pumphouse Ave SW, Calgary
March 21, 2024 To March 23, 2024
$18
From drama to comedy, new work to classics, the One Act Play Festival offers something for everyone. The Calgary Region One-Act Play Festival is an exciting way ... »
First Alliance Church, 12345 - 40 Street SE, Calgary
March 21, 2024 To March 24, 2024
4032527572
FREE
FAC (First Alliance Church) is excited to present the live theatre production of Woven by Adam Schnell, in the main auditorium at the FAC Deerfoot Campus. The ... »
Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium, 1415 14 Ave NW, Calgary
March 19, 2024 To March 24, 2024
$45.90 & up
“If life were everything it should be, it would be more like HAIRSPRAY. It’s irresistible!” – The New York Times You Can’t Stop the Beat! HAIRSPRAY, ... »
Vertigo Theatre, 115 9 Ave SE, Calgary
March 16, 2024 To April 14, 2024
$30 to $73+ charges
Rachel Watson escapes her dull life by watching the perfect couple through the train window every day until she witnesses something shocking unfold. Caught up in a ... »
Max Bell Theatre, 240 9 Ave SE, Calgary
February 27, 2024 To March 24, 2024
403-294-7447
$39 & up
By Theatre Calgary. The Bard Meets The Beatles in a Mashed-Up Musical It’s the 1960s, and things are getting groovy in the Forest of Arden. Shakespeare’... »
Stage West, 727 - 42 Ave SE, Calgary
February 9, 2024 To April 14, 2024
403-243-6642
$75 & up
Recent widower, writer George Schneider, is encouraged by his younger brother Leo to start dating again. This sends George into even more depression after a series of ... »
Heritage Park, 1900 Heritage Dr SW, Calgary
February 9, 2024 To March 23, 2024
403.268.8500
$120 + gst
Join Pegasus Performances & Heritage Park at Murder at the Park: On Track for Treachery ©, a Comic Mystery Dinner Theatre where ‘You’ll Die Laughing!” 3-course, served ... »
Jubilations Dinner Theatre, 1002 37 Street SW, Calgary
January 20, 2024 To March 23, 2024
403-249-7799
$44.95 -$81.95
Jubilations Dinner Theatre presents The Beach Boys of Summer. Get ready to be transported back to summer with a show that celebrates the iconic Beach Boys and ... »
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IV. Sports
Seven Chiefs Sportsplex & Jim Starlight Centre, 19 Bullhead Rd, Calgary
March 19, 2024 To March 22, 2024
Free to $60
The 2024 Indoor Pan American Cup, hosted by Field Hockey Canada, Field Hockey Alberta and the Pan American Hockey Federation, will take place at the Seven Chiefs Sportsplex &... »
Scotiabank Saddledome, 555 Saddledome Rise SE, Calgary
March 22, 2024
$19.94 - $81.57+fees
Prepare for an energetic battle at the Scotiabank Saddledome as the Calgary Roughnecks prepare to go head-to-head with the Albany FireWolves! COME FOR THE PARTY, STAY FOR ... »
Scotiabank Saddledome, 555 Saddledome Rise SE, Calgary
March 23, 2024
$21 & up+fees
Brace yourself for an exhilarating face-off at the Scotiabank Saddledome as the Calgary Hitmen get ready to take on Brandon Wheat Kings. Don’t miss the heart-pounding ... »
Scotiabank Saddledome, 555 Saddledome Rise SE, Calgary
March 24, 2024
$59 - $410+fees
Get ready for an electrifying showdown at the Scotiabank Saddledome as the Calgary Flames prepare to light up the ice against the Buffalo Sabres! Don’t miss ... »
Fort Calgary, 750 9 Ave SE, Calgary
March 24, 2024
$15
Did you know that some of the sports we know and love today have origins dating back thousands of years? On Sunday, March 24, join us at Fort ... »
V. Festivals, Other Activities & Events
Festival Hall, 1215 10 Ave SE, Calgary
March 22, 2024 To March 24, 2024
$12 - $17
THIRD ACTion Film Festival works to change the narrative on aging and create an age positive culture shift. We want to empower everyone to envision their best ... »
BMO Centre, 20 Roundup Way SE, Calgary
March 22, 2024 To March 23, 2024
$70
You’re invited to Calgary’s largest premium wine, spirits and beer tasting event! Enjoy tasting experiences led by winemakers and master distillers with hundreds of sips ... »
Various Restaurants, Calgary
March 15, 2024 To March 31, 2024
$25 to $75
YYC Food & Drink Experience is Calgary’s premiere culinary festival, celebrating the city’s exciting food and beverage scene, and the talented chefs, sommeliers, bartenders and local ... »
Various Venues, Calgary, AB
March 8, 2024 To March 24, 2024
Varies
The Festival of Animated Objects marries the timeless practice of mask and puppet arts with contemporary spaces, themes and ideas. »
Shawnessy Barn, 224 Shawmeadows Rd SW, Calgary
March 24, 2024
403-452-4882
Free
Come join us at the Shawnessy Barn for our monthly curated market, featuring two floors of local vendors. We have unique, hand-crafted, handmade items from artisans, crafters, ... »
Saje Natural Wellness, 100 Anderson Rd SE, Calgary
March 24, 2024
403-384-9984
$55
Saje Natural Wellness at Southcentre Mall has collaborated with The Candle Box to bring you a 2 hour class, where you will learn about the candle & diffuser ... »
Bloom Culture, 3131 68 Street NW, Calgary
March 24, 2024
4035612091
$130
Cate Wolfe brings a unique touch to our Spring Pussywillow Wreath Workshop, emphasizing her specialization in locally grown blooms and dedication to sustainable farming and floral methods. ... »
Parkdale United Church, 2919 8th Ave NW, Calgary
March 23, 2024
Free
Check out and browse original artwork in a variety of styles and mediums, meet the artists, and enter to win the Door Prizes. Also available will be ... »
Carriage house Inn, 9030 Macleod Trail, Calgary
March 23, 2024
403-3997322
$125
Join us for a heartwarming event, where we the Cioffi Family, aim to give back to Make A Wish Foundation. We were a fortunate family that experienced ... »
Apik Fine Art Gallery, #2A 200 Barclay Parade SW, Calgary
March 23, 2024
$5
March Madness, A Spectacular Apik Fine Art Gallery Event! Get ready to be dazzled by an explosion of creativity at our March Madness gallery event! Join us ... »
Fort Calgary, 750 9 Ave SE, Calgary
March 23, 2024
$12
Can’t make it to see Hairspray at the Jubilee? Why not drop by the Burnswest Theatre at Fort Calgary for the next best thing: seeing the ... »
St. Vladimir's Cultural Centre, 404 Meredith Rd NE #1, Calgary
March 23, 2024
$2
Come with families, invite friends and join the charity event, where you can buy Ukrainian food, sweets, souvenirs, clothes and goods from Ukraine. Entertainment program will be ... »
Varsity Community Center, 4303 Varsity Dr NW, Calgary
March 23, 2024
$2
The Rad Toy Show is going to be epic! With over 35 tables full of treasure, Its only $2 Goes to support the Veterans Food Bank. Who is it ... »
Palak StudioInk, 12318 Barlow Trail NE #235, Calgary
March 23, 2024
(587) 800-2110
$35.00
What Is Neon Paint Night? Neon Paint Night is a fun and unique event where you can unleash your inner artist and create a piece of art ... »
The Mash in Marda Loop, 2248 33 Ave SW, Calgary
March 23, 2024
(587) 800-2110
$35.00
Watch out, Calgary. Here comes a beautifully crafted art workshop! We will be making a masterpiece in this Paint and Sip Night class. You’ll get step-by-step ... »
Calgary Zoo, 210 St. George's Drive NE, Calgary
March 22, 2024
$110+GST
Get ready for a fun and social night out at an event in our fan-favourite Grazers Dining Series! Each evening will include a delicious dinner curated by ... »
Newzones Gallery, 730 11 Ave SW, Calgary
March 16, 2024 To April 27, 2024
4032661972
Free
Newzones Gallery of Contemporary Art is pleased to announce “Gestures”, a solo exhibition of work created by acclaimed Canadian figurative artist, Cathy Daley, marking the two-year anniversary ... »
AFHS Library, 712 16 Ave NW, Calgary
March 10, 2024 To April 7, 2024
Free or $40
Alberta Family Histories Society is pleased to offer their popular Genealogy 101 Workshop again this year. Want to get started on family history? Don’t know where to ... »
Fort Calgary, 750 9 Ave SE, Calgary
March 3, 2024 To March 24, 2024
$10
Celebrate International Women’s Day with a one-hour outdoor walking tour around the lands of Fort Calgary! Discover some of the hidden histories of women who made ... »
Telus Spark, 220 St. George's Drive NE, Calgary
January 22, 2024 To May 5, 2024
Regular Admission
Da Vinci The Exhibition is a hands-on exploration of Leonardo da Vinci’s life, research, and art, developed by Aurea Exhibitions and produced by Imagine Exhibitions, Inc. ... »
Calgary Zoo, 210 St. George's Drive NE, Calgary
January 21, 2024 To March 24, 2024
$33.95 to $53.95
Join us for a unique Calgary brunch experience in the heart of Destination Africa. You can enjoy both gourmet and comfort breakfast foods, including a free-flowing chocolate ... »
Ranchmans, 9615 Macleod Trail South, Calgary
December 30, 2023 To May 25, 2024
Free
Join us every Saturday at the Ranchmans from 4pm-8pm for Ranchmans Afternoon Country Jam. All singers and players are welcome, Whether you are a seasoned musician ... »
Banff Gondola, 100, Mountain Avenue, Banff
November 18, 2023 To March 31, 2024
1-866-756-1904
Regular Admission
Pursuit unveils an immersive experience of light, sound and wonder with the launch of Nightrise, a multi-sensory winter experience at the Banff Gondola. Nightrise honours the magic ... »
Sunshine Village, Banff
December 22, 2023 To April 14, 2024
$145.60
Amazing deep powder snow - every time True backcountry snowshoe experience Gondola and chairlift ride to the top of Standish Mountain Views of Mt. Assiniboine and 360 degree ... »
Canmore Cave Tours, 129 Bow Meadows Crescent, Unit 202, Canmore
January 1, 2024 To December 31, 2024
$149+Gst
The 4.5-hour Explorer Tour is jam-packed full of fun and excitement. Your guide will introduce you to the amazing world of caves, spending approximately 2 to 2.5 hours underground ... »
Banff Town to Grotto Canyon, Alberta
December 11, 2023 To April 14, 2024
$61.95 to $98.70
Walk on a frozen creek through Grotto Canyon, past unusual rock formations, ancient native rock art, and icefalls. Escorted by a specialist guide, this small-group tour offers ... »
Johnston Canyon, Bow Valley Parkway, Banff
November 1, 2023 To April 15, 2024
$63.50 to $101.17
Experience the winter wonderland of Banff’s Johnston Canyon on this ice walk tour. Join a professional guide on a hike along the canyon’s steel walkways, ... »
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Why are there comments here from “2017” when this is about things to do in 2022?? Haha
Live Concerts Are Back!
Summer Concert Series at the Grey Eagle Drive In
June 10, 2021. Calgary, Alberta: Grey Eagle Drive In is thrilled to announce their new concert set up and plans for this summer. Starting June 16, they will be begin presenting LIVE concert events with guests being allowed to sit outside of their cars. “The original plan for the Grey Eagle Drive In was always to bring back live concert events and we are super excited to be able announce our live concert line up. Our venue set up has an open parking space in between each car, so this space becomes our guests spots to set up their own lounge party. Then starting August 13 guests will be able to come into an open site and set up their own lawn chair in a general admission format, no vehicles” stated Courtney Smith, Venue Manager, Grey Eagle Drive In.
The Grey Eagle Drive In has been in operation since May 7 and will be running concerts, live events, movies, dance recitals, graduations, and private corporate events until September 7th. Upcoming live concerts include:
June 16 – Deuling Pianos. Drive In Show
June 18 – Hotel California- The Original Tribute to the Eagles Drive In Show
June 20 – Snotty Nose Rez Kids Drive In Show
June 25 – Bad Moon Riders: A Salute to the Music of CCR Drive In Show
July 9 – Men Without Hats Drive In Show
July 17 – Wannabe: A Spice Girls Tribute Drive In Show
July 24 – BCDC: High Voltage Rock ‘N Roll (ACDC Tribute) Drive In Show
August 13 – Platinum Blonde General Admission Standing Show
August 20 – Streetheart and Headpins General Admission Standing Show
“Starting June 16, we are presenting a unique format for our guests. Guests can take in the shows under the sun and stars in their own lawn chair beside their vehicles, but if it rains, the show goes on under our covered stage and our guests can retreat to their cars until the rain passes,” stated Courtney Smith. This new set up will continue to follow COVID protocols put forward by AHS and the Tsuut’ina Nation, which means guests need to wear face masks and are not permitted to wonder the site, unless using the washroom.
Come August 13; The Grey Eagle Drive In will be hosting outdoor general admission style events, no vehicles! “Lives shows are back at the Grey Eagle and we could not be happier. Guests will be able to come to the site, set up their own festival space and take in these amazing shows. The first being Platinum Blonde on August 13, followed by a double header with Streetheart and the Headpins on August 20,” noted Sheldon Lachambre, Director of Entertainment at The Grey Eagle Resort & Casino.
*This concert series is dependent on hitting Alberta’s Stage 3 reopening plans
Located on the beautiful Tsuut’ina Nation at the Grey Eagle Resort and Casino, the Grey Eagle Drive In site features 206 car capacity venue for Drive IN concerts and a 1,000-person capacity for festival events. The Grey Eagle Drive In features a state-of-the-art stage for bands to perform live and Industry leading sound, lighting, and video.
According to the Alberta Live Events Coalition more than $350 million dollars has been lost in Alberta within the live event industry due to COVID. https://albertaliveeventscoalition.ca “It is great to be able to get back to producing live events. It has been a challenging time for our industry, with many companies shutting down and thousands of layoffs. Getting bands back on stage is a positive step in helping our industry begin to recover,” stated David Howard, President of The Event Group.
Further information and ticketing can be found at http://www.greyeagledrivein.com
Jeeze, DOUGLAS.
Douglas – Jordan Peterson is not anti-female. How did you even come to such a conclusion? Did he hurt your feels??
what the heck, today is June 28, I would like to see “THIS WEEKEND” and all I see is july 5 and onward
Love this site!
Any chance it will be made into an app where we can save various events? 🙂
Thank you for the suggestion. We will look into it.
Do your own research douglas. Jordan Peterson is everything except what you said. grow up.
Thank you so much for setting up and maintaining this site! Every week I find and experience activities that I would not have know about otherwise, love it!
Douglas
Thank you for sharing about that god awful event. I will steer clear! Appreciate it 🙂
Always a pleasure to be able to scroll through all the wonderful options that you have so thoughtfully laid out for all of us. Thank you so much for helping me plan my next adventure in our fabulous city.
Douglas – Life must really be difficult for you, especially when you’re flagrantly entitled. God forbid there be any opinion that differs from yours. Grow up.
Hey Douglas this is a…things to do site not a public opinion site.
great site thank you
Typically, I really like this site, as your team seems to always recommend a number of great things to do. Unfortunately, this weekend, you’ve chosen to also include Jordan Peterson, a well-know and flagrant men’s rights activist, who is openly anti-women. I know that you can’t research into everyone and everything that you post up here, but, this is one person who isn’t worthy of this list.
Another thing to do is checking out this new business called Escape 60. It’s going to be holding events for stampede/parties. Good option for tourists https:// www. escape60.ca/ I went there last weekend, it was amazing! This site is great for information and is very current. Keep it up!
The Annual Field of Dreams have been changed to August 11th, 2018 at Foothills Stadium.
This is a great site! Thanks for keeping it current! I plan a lot of my weekend activities based on what’s mentioned here 🙂 Keep up the good work!
I’m coming from Edmonton to attend the Beakerhead events. I’ve only been to Calgary a few times and enjoyed it each time. Looking forward to visiting your beautiful city!
Come to South Trail KIA Saturday before the Stampeders game! I will be working 9am – 6pm, come test drive a New KIA then cruise down to the game starting at 7pm!
Thank you Sam and Laura, I thought I was the only one in this city struggling this matter.
Excellent list – there’s so many great things to do in Calgary!
this site is terrible and needs to be burned down