Spring is finally here! We mean in terms of weather, not calendar dates. From bustling markets to entertainment and more, here are all the things to do in Calgary this weekend. Now get out there and enjoy the sunshine.
Enjoy this free walking festival and make new connections in your community. Jane’s Walk is an annual festival of community-led walking conversations that takes place on the first weekend of May every year.
When: Friday, May 2 to Sunday, May 4, 2025
Where: Locations across Calgary
Cost: Free to attend
Beer lovers rejoice. It’s time to sip and savour craft brews at Canada’s BIGGEST craft beverage festival. Check out over 700 local brews, spirits, meads and more, alongside bites from Calgary’s top restaurants. There will also be live music, sports lounges, games, unique activations, and more throughout the event.
When: Friday, May 2 and Saturday, May 3, 2025
Where: BMO Centre, Stampede Park — 1912 Flores Ladue Parade SE, Calgary
Cost: Starts at $64.99
Market Collective will be returning this spring with the Motherlode market, a massive showcase featuring 55 artists, designers, and makers. Browse one-of-a-kind items and find the perfect gift for Mother’s Day.
When: Friday, May 2 to Sunday, May 4, 2025
Where: Contemporary Calgary — 701 11th St. SW, Calgary
Cost: $8 per weekend, free entry for kids 12 and under
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 10th Ave. SW, Calgary
Cost: $50 per adult
Get up close and personal with Calgary’s resident polar bears. This event includes an exclusive before-hours viewing opportunity of the Wild Canada zone with a side of polar bear facts, along with a delicious buffet breakfast with fresh fruit, pancakes, and more. Your ticket also includes zoo admission.
When: Saturday, May 3, 2025; 8 to 11 a.m.
Where: Wild Canada and Kitamba Café, Wilder Institute, Calgary Zoo — 210 St. George’s Drive NE, Calgary
Cost: $79+ for general admission
Kick off Asian Heritage Month with a vibrant celebration of Filipino culture. Shop the lively marketplace that brings together Filipino arts, food, and traditions in one spot. Explore works from local artist collectives and engage in community chats.
When: Sunday, May 4, 2025; 12 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Where: Lower Barracks of The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland — 750 9th Ave. SE, Calgary
Cost: Free to attend
The Chinatown Scavenger Hunt is back for Asian Heritage Month, and you can win prizes all month long. Uncover hidden gems and delicious eats through the Goosechase app, with new online and in-person challenges unlocked each week.
When: Starting on May 1, 2025 at 6 a.m. for the month of May
Where: Calgary Chinatown — 328 Centre St. S, Calgary
Cost: Free to participate
Why not take an evening to try dinner AND a show? Jubilations Dinner Theatre presents Jukebox Legends, a performance that pays homage to music legends from throughout the decades, spanning 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 hieroglyphics, and relive the reign of King Khufu.
When: Now until Sunday, May 31, 2025
Where: CF Chinook Centre, 1st Floor, North Court — 6455 Macleod Tr., Calgary
Cost: $35
Telus Spark, Banquet
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, folks!
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