April is almost over, so celebrate the last weekend with a bang! From murder mysteries to self-guided mural tours, here are all the best things to do in and around Calgary this weekend.
Calgary Expo is back this April, and it’s every inner nerd’s wonderland. There’s everything from fandom merchandise to costume contests, presentations, and artist marketplaces. It’s a jam-packed year with tons of things to do and people to see.
When: Thursday, April 24 to Sunday, April 27, 2025
Where: Stampede Park, 650 25th Ave. SE, Calgary
Cost: Single-day advance pricing tickets start at $24
Banff’s biggest food and cocktail festival returns for its third year! Discover incredible food and cocktail, and mocktail pairings, a vibrant outdoor street festival and your chance to vote for the winner.
When: Now until Sunday, May 4, 2025
Where: Venues throughout Banff
Cost: Varies by venue
Enjoy a thrilling evening of mystery, music, dinner, and a murder most foul at the Wainwright Hotel! Set in 1922, during the Prohibition era, this exciting three-act murder mystery, hosted at Heritage Park, makes for the ultimate date night in Calgary.
When: Select dates throughout spring
Where: Heritage Park
Cost: $120 + GST
Learn about the most iconic murals packed into the heart of Calgary’s Beltline neighbourhood on the Classic BUMP Mural Tour. Discover local talent alongside global influences from diasporic Canadian artists. Tours are available to book on Thursdays and Fridays.
When: Thursdays and Fridays throughout spring
Where: Meet at High Park, 340 10 Ave. SW, Calgary
Cost: $50 per adult
Take a stroll through the Kiyooka Ohe Arts Centre and Sculpture Park, a year-round, sustainable, art-in-nature destination. Self-guided tours are free, but donations are always welcome.
When: Open Thursday to Sunday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Where: 244034 Horizon View Rd., Calgary
Cost: Free or $25 for a guided tour
Watch the best in local and international independent cinema. Check out boundary-breaking films and attend compelling artist showcases with fellow film enthusiasts in the city.
When: Now until Sunday, April 27, 2025
Where: Various theatres in Calgary
Cost: Varies by film
This spring, you can enjoy a delicious brunch spread at the top of Sulpher Mountain in Banff, and the views are (unsurprisingly) spectacular.
When: Weekends from Sunday, April 6 to Monday, May 12, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Banff Gondola — 100 Mountain Ave., Banff
Cost: $65 plus Banff Gondola Ticket
Why not take an evening to try dinner AND a show? Jubilations Dinner Theatre presents Jukebox Legends, a performance paying homage to music legends throughout the decades from all corners of popular music.
When: Now until Sunday, May 31, 2025
Where: Jubilations Dinner Theatre, 37th St. SW, Calgary
Cost: $75+
The Pyramids of Giza have arrived in Calgary – at CF Chinook Centre, to be specific. This immersive virtual reality experience takes you back to the golden age of ancient Egypt. Explore the depths of the iconic pyramids, decipher hieroglyphs, and relive the reign of King Khufu.
When: Now until Sunday, May 31, 2025
Where: CF Chinook Centre, 1st Floor, North Court — 6455 Macleod Trail, Calgary
Cost: $35
Telus Spark is bringing a new exhibit to Calgary, and it’s all about the science of food. Explore the world of gastronomy with an immersive exhibition that “serves up” the science of food. Whether you’re a science nerd or just love a good meal, you don’t want to miss this one.
When: Now until Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2025
Where: Telus Spark Science
Cost: $32.95 for adult general admission
Have a great weekend, Calgary!
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