Another week is here, and there’s lots going on around the city. Check out a fun event after work — maybe even rope in your coworkers while you’re at it. Whether you’re a film buff or comic book fan, here are the best things to do in and around Calgary this week.
This spring, you can take a tour of Heritage Park’s most haunted spots. Join fellow explorers after the sun goes down for a guided tour of the darkened streets. Learn about the ghostly stories that cling to the village’s history… and potentially dwell within some of its century-old buildings.
Where: 1900 Heritage Dr. SW, Calgary
When: April 23 and 30, 2025, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. and 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Cost: $23.95 plus GST. Annual members get 15 per cent off their ghost tour.
Are you a fan of reality TV? Then show off your trivia chops at the Trashy TV & Reality Realness Trivia Night at Lougheed House. Bring your team of up to six people and get ready for the best trivia in town, sponsored by Last Best Brewing.
When: Thursday, April 24, 2025
Where: Lougheed House, 707 13 Ave. SW, Calgary
Cost: Free to attend
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 25 Ave. SE, Calgary
Cost: Single-day advance pricing tickets start at $24
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
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
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
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
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 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 week, friends!
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