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Gurdas Live 2026
2026-04-04 19:00 - 23:59 (America/Denver) | BMO Centre, 20 Roundup Way SE, Calgary, Ab, T2G 2W1, US

The Sound of Music
2026-04-04 19:00 - 22:15 (America/Edmonton) | The GRAND, 608 1st St SW, Calgary, Ab, T2P 3B1, US
Join us for one of the most beloved musicals of all time. Directed by Robert Wise, The Sound of Music is a sweeping, heartfelt, and enduring celebration of family, resilience, and the transformative power of song. The story follows Maria, a spirited young woman sent to serve as governess to the seven children of the widowed Captain von Trapp. Through music, kindness, and a little bit of rebellion, she brings warmth and joy back into their regimented household — even as the shadow of war begins to fall over Austria. From “Do-Re-Mi” to “My Favorite Things” and “Climb Ev’ry Mountain,” this iconic Hollywood classic continues to inspire audiences across generations. Whether you’re revisiting it or experiencing it for the first time, this is a film that fills the theatre — and your heart.
Event Details:
Lobby Doors: Open at 5:30 PM
Feature Film Screening: 7:00 PM
Food: Come early and grab dinner in the lobby! Uncle Fatih’s Pizza will be serving up their signature slices — made from healthy, freshly prepared dough and rustic, never-frozen ingredients. Expect veggie-forward, big-energy pizza your taste buds won’t forget.
Bar Feature: The Edelweiss Mule is a floral, elevated twist on the traditional mule — blending vodka, elderflower liqueur, fresh lime, and crisp ginger beer for a drink that’s bright, refreshing, and just a little bit enchanting.
Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aMMgcAqOYbI
Bring your family. Bring your friends. And get ready to sing along.
The GRAND uses closed captions for accessibility purposes. Thank you for your consideration and understanding!

CoDefendants w/ Guests
2026-04-04 17:00 - 23:59 (America/Edmonton) | Modern Love, 613 11 Ave SW, Calgary, Alberta, T2R 0E1, US
Join us for an exciting night with Codefendants and special guests! Enjoy a thrilling performance filled with Punk Metal vibes. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable experience!

New event for testing
2026-04-04 15:30 - 17:30, 2026-04-02 15:30 - 17:30, 2026-03-31 15:30 - 17:30 (America/Edmonton) | Calgary Public Library – Central, 800 3 St SE, Calgary, T2G 2E7, Canada
The PWHL Takeover Tour is coming to Calgary.
And members of the Ottawa Charge and Toronto Sceptres with ties to the Stampede City could not be more pumped.
Ottawa and Toronto will battle it out Wednesday night as part of the League’s ongoing tour of North America, with this week’s visit to the Scotiabank Saddledome marking the first such contest in Calgary.

KIDS Studio: Painting with Tempera and Oil Pastels
2026-04-04 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Edmonton) | Esker Foundation, 4th Floor, 1011 – 9th Avenue S.E., Calgary, Ab, T2G 0H7, US
Families with children ages 7-12 are invited to explore themes from our current exhibitions through art making activities
Families with children (ages 7 – 12 ONLY due to the higher difficulty of the projects) are invited to join us at this workshop at Esker Foundation, in which we will be exploring mediums and themes from Alexandre Pépin’s exhibition Lavender.
Kids Studio is a series of hands-on workshops designed for children aged 7 to 12 where they can independently explore their creativity through artistic experimentation and imaginative play. Each workshop introduces conceptual and creative ways of thinking encouraging them to have fun creating with each other!
Registration and parent/guardian consent are essential. Parents/guardians are not required to be present for the duration of the program, however if your child requires assistance with the following skills, we ask that a parent/guardian accompanies them: clay modelling, clay carving with sharp tools.
IMPORTANT – Confirming attendance: Please make sure the phone number and email you have registered with are accurate. You will receive a confirmation text, email, or call prior to the program. You must reply to the text, email, or call to confirm your attendance. If you are not able to confirm, your spot will be offered to the waitlist. This system has been implemented to ensure as few tickets as possible go unused. We very much appreciate your cooperation and look forward to seeing you at the program!
Image: Elyse Bouvier
Respect and Inclusion: By registering for this Program you agree to co-create, in collaboration with Esker Staff, Artists and Volunteers, an atmosphere of mutual inclusion and respect for all persons. This includes speaking, acting and behaving in a way that is absent of violence, harassment, racism, intimidation, bullying or discrimination of any kind regardless of, and not limited to gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, culture, age and ability. This includes in online/digital forums.
Media Consent: By participating in a program or event at Esker Foundation you consent to having Recordings taken(images, photographs, videos, audio recordings or other media) of yourself and/or your dependent(s) to be included in Esker Foundation’s Recordings Bank. This is a collection of Recordings intended to showcase the gallery’s activities, primarily for archival and reporting purposes. They may also be used for promotional purposes: on Esker Foundation’s website, social media or marketing materials. Esker Foundation will not use these Recordings for commercial purposes. Participants will be notified when Recordings are being taken, and may always opt out on the day of the program.
Should you require any support, or have any questions, please reach out to: programs – at – eskerfoundation.com

April | Drop-in Art Making
2026-04-04 13:00 - 2026-04-18 17:00 (America/Edmonton) | Contemporary Calgary, 701 11 Street Southwest, Calgary, Ab, T2P 2C4, US
Embrace creativity and exploration in our Saturday Drop-in Art Making program. This program is offered most Saturdays from 1-5 PM throughout the year. Materials and light instruction are provided, along with rotating themes and activities.
Our programs encourage children, youth, and families to connect with modern and contemporary art through enjoyable and interactive creative experiences.
These are drop-in sessions running from 1 PM to 5 PM. Come anytime — no registration is required.
*If you have questions about this workshop, please reach out to Vanessa Lamb, TD Education Program Assistant at vanessa@contemporarycalgary.com
APRIL SCHEDULE

April 4: Paper Weavings

April 11 (Sat) & 12 (Sun): Sessions in conjunction with Market Collective adjusted to run from 11 AM – 4 PM.

April 18: Spring-themed paper bugs

April 25: NO SESSION

*In addition to the above activities, there will be both a collage and drawing station available for creative free time during each session.

Create Together: Painting with Tempera and Oil Pastels
2026-04-04 11:00 - 13:00 (America/Edmonton) | Esker Foundation, 4th Floor, 1011 – 9th Avenue S.E., Calgary, Ab, T2G 0H7, US
We invite families with children up to 12 years old to explore themes in our current
exhibitions together through collaborative art-making
Families with children 12 years old and younger are invited to are invited to join us at this workshop at Esker Foundation, in which we will be exploring mediums and themes from Alexandre Pépin’s exhibition Lavender through collaborative art-making and shared creative experiences.
Each workshop encourages curiosity and playful engagement with new ideas, materials, and art forms. Connect, make memories, and Create Together!
Registration essential. Parents/guardians attend and participate together on one project for the duration of the program.
IMPORTANT – Confirming attendance: Please make sure the phone number and email you have registered with are accurate. You will receive a confirmation text, email, or call prior to the program. You must reply to the text, email, or call to confirm your attendance. If you are not able to confirm, your spot will be offered to the waitlist. This system has been implemented to ensure as few tickets as possible go unused. We very much appreciate your cooperation and look forward to seeing you at the program!
Image: Wayne To
Respect and Inclusion: By registering for this Program you agree to co-create, in collaboration with Esker Staff, Artists and Volunteers, an atmosphere of mutual inclusion and respect for all persons. This includes speaking, acting and behaving in a way that is absent of violence, harassment, racism, intimidation, bullying or discrimination of any kind regardless of, and not limited to gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, culture, age and ability. This includes in online/digital forums.
Media Consent: By participating in a program or event at Esker Foundation you consent to having Recordings taken(images, photographs, videos, audio recordings or other media) of yourself and/or your dependent(s) to be included in Esker Foundation’s Recordings Bank. This is a collection of Recordings intended to showcase the gallery’s activities, primarily for archival and reporting purposes. They may also be used for promotional purposes: on Esker Foundation’s website, social media or marketing materials. Esker Foundation will not use these Recordings for commercial purposes. Participants will be notified when Recordings are being taken, and may always opt out on the day of the program.
Should you require any support, or have any questions, please reach out to: programs – at – eskerfoundation.com

To Be or Not To Be Determined
2026-04-03 19:30 - 21:00 (America/Edmonton) | The Kinkonauts, 834 11 Ave SW, Calgary, T2R 0E5, Canada
One night only, never to be seen before or again, a new play as Shakespeare would have intended had he lived for another 400 years. Princes and kings, queens and jesters, grave diggers and long lost twins—join this talented cast who have been speaking in iambic pentameter for at least a fortnight as they discover in the moment if they’re in a tragedy or a romance.

Calgary Roughnecks Flex Club
2026-04-03 17:00 - 23:59, 2026-03-31 17:00 - 23:59 (America/Denver) | Scotiabank Saddledome, 555 Saddledome Rise SE, Calgary, Alberta, T2G 2W1, US
We’re changing the game when it comes to flexible ticket packages! With one of the first multi-team products in professional sport, the FlexClub offers fans the opportunity to experience the WHL, AHL, and NLL with ease. With FlexClub, you can pick ANY team, ANY game, ANY seat, in ANY combination that works for you. With three teams to pick from, and 78 games on the calendar, there’s a WIN for everyone!

Vibez & Things - Thurs April 2nd, 2026
2026-04-02 22:00 - 2026-04-03 02:00 (America/Edmonton) | Sweet Loretta Bar, 715 11 Avenue Southwest, Calgary, Ab, T2R 0E3, US
Vibez and Things: a night of Dancehall, Reggae & Afrobeats with Erwin & Gummi. Big tunes, heavy bass, good energy, and nonstop dancing

THE JON MCCASLIN QUINTET
2026-04-02 19:30 - 23:00 (America/Edmonton) | The Attic Bar & Stage, 1413 9 Ave SE, Calgary, Ab, T2G 0T4, US
Featuring Sean Craig on tenor saxophone, Aaron Shorr on guitar, Chris Tauchner on piano and Jeff Gammon on bass.

A Place Where I Belong // An event about disability & sexuality in Calgary
2026-04-02 18:00 - 20:30 (America/Edmonton) | The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland, 750 9th Ave SE, Calgary, Ab, T2G 5E1, US
Join the Centre for Sexuality, Story Money Impact for a screening of A Place Where I Belong, a film by Rheanna Toy.
Facing a system that fails to recognize their full humanity, six 2SLGBTQIA+ people with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities (I/DD) fight for visibility, love, and freedom through Connecting Queer Communities (CQC), a radical program that’s at risk of disappearing.
Through CQC, the protagonists find safety and solidarity while exploring their sexual desire and gender. People with I/DD are often excluded from queer community by their caregivers’ discomfort with their sexuality, segregated from society to the point where they don’t have the experience to describe their queer identity. CQC models for the world how inclusivity can transform lives so that everyone can find a place where they belong.
Following the screening, there will be a Q&A session with the director and local experts!

PWHL TAKEOVER TOUR: TORONTO SCEPTRES AT OTTAWA CHARGE
2026-04-01 19:30 - 23:59 (America/Denver) | Scotiabank Saddledome, 555 Saddledome Rise SE, Calgary, Alberta, T2G 2W1, US
The PWHL Takeover Tour is coming to Calgary.
And members of the Ottawa Charge and Toronto Sceptres with ties to the Stampede City could not be more pumped.
Ottawa and Toronto will battle it out on Wednesday, April 1st, as part of the League’s ongoing tour of North America, with this week’s visit to the Scotiabank Saddledome marking the first such contest in Calgary.

Wordfest presents Calgary’s Canada Reads Celebration
2026-04-01 19:00 - 23:59 (America/Edmonton) | Memorial Park Library, 1221 2 St SW, Calgary, US
Our yearly celebration of CBC’s Canada Reads is one of our liveliest showcases and this year, it’s too hot to handle. We couldn’t resist the allure of putting the hockey book—Searching for Terry Punchout penned by Calgary’s Tyler Hellard—in “forced proximity” to the romance read—the debut It’s Different This Time by Emmy Award-winning producer Joss Richard. Will they or won’t they… be the author of the last book standing when CBC’s great Canadian book debate heats up April 13-16? Only their celebrity champions—YouTube personality and podcaster Steve “Dangle” Glynn and BookTok star Morgann Book—know for sure. We’ll have all four on the Memorial Park stage sharing insider insights about what makes these novels heavyweight contenders. Shelley Youngblut will host, teasing out secrets and strategies from the author-champion text threads. And if your secret crush asks when your English got so good, you can answer, “I come to Wordfest shows!”
This event includes an audience Q & A and book signing fuelled by Owl’s Nest Books.

April | Open Studio for 55+
2026-04-01 13:00 - 2026-04-29 16:00 (America/Edmonton) | Contemporary Calgary, 701 11 Street Southwest, Calgary, Ab, T2P 2C4, US
Join Contemporary Calgary at our drop-in Open Studio Session for 55+ on Wednesdays in April. During this informal art-making drop-in session, participants are invited to bring their own projects along with any art and craft materials they are currently using. This time can be used not only for creating but also for connecting with other artists, fostering collaboration and inspiration. For adults age 55+. FREE and no registration is required; simply check in with a gallery attendant at the front desk by signing your name each time on the sign-in sheet. *If you have questions about this workshop, please reach out to Vanessa Lamb, Education Program Coordinator, at vanessa@contemporarycalgary.com. WORKSHOP DATES: April 1, 2026; April 8, 2026; April 15, 2026*; April 22, 2026; April 29, 2026 – No Session. *This month, we are offering a guided tour of Richard Ibghy & Marilou Lemmens, Stacking Crates to Reach a Banana, on April 15, 2026, from 2 -3 PM.

Calgary Flames vs. Vancouver Canucks
2026-03-28 20:00 - 23:59 (America/Denver) | Scotiabank Saddledome, 555 Saddledome Rise SE, Calgary, Alberta, T2G 2W1, US
Please note: Restaurant level seating does not include reservations in the Saddleroom Restaurant. Reservations can be made no earlier than one month prior to the event. Please call 777-3694 to book your dining reservations.

Shane Smith & The Saints
2026-03-27 19:00 - 22:00 (America/Edmonton) | The Palace Theatre, 219 - 8th Ave SW, Calgary, Alberta, T2P1B7, US
Experience the grit, harmony, and high‑energy Americana that’s made Shane Smith & The Saints one of the most exciting live acts today. Powerful vocals, driving fiddle, and unforgettable storytelling—this is a show you’ll feel long after it’s over.

Candlelight Jazz: The Best of Frank Sinatra & Nat King Cole
2026-03-27 18:30 - 19:30 (America/Edmonton) | Studio Bell, 850 4 St SE, Calgary, Ab, T2G 0L8, US
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Calgary. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Frank Sinatra and Nat King Cole at Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre, under the gentle glow of candlelight.
Explore the National Music Centre’s exhibition Timeless: 100 Years of Oscar Peterson commemorating the centenary of one of Canada’s greatest jazz legends. Admission to the exhibition is by donation from 5:45 pm to 6:30 pm.
**Tentative Program**
– Stardust – Nat King Cole
– That’s Life – Frank Sinatra
– Autumn Leaves – Nat King Cole
– Unforgettable – Nat King Cole
– When I Fall in Love – Nat King Cole
– Smile – Nat King Cole
– Come Fly with Me – Frank Sinatra
– New York, New York – Frank Sinatra
– My Way – Frank Sinatra
– Strangers in the Night – Frank Sinatra
– L-O-V-E – Nat King Cole
– Fly Me to the Moon – Frank Sinatra
**Performers**
– Band – Malcolm Jazz Quartet

Calgary Wranglers vs Colorado Eagles
2026-03-27 13:00 - 23:59 (America/Denver) | Scotiabank Saddledome, 555 Saddledome Rise SE, Calgary, Alberta, T2G 2W1, US
Check out the top prospects of the Calgary Flames at a Calgary Wranglers home game at the Scotiabank Saddledome as the Wranglers take on visitors this month.

Wordfest presents Briar Boleyn
2026-03-25 19:00 - 23:59 (America/Edmonton) | Memorial Park Library, 2nd Floor, 1221 2 St SW, Calgary, US
Looking for a delicious hit of dark romantasy? Wordfest presents Briar Boleyn and her The Wings That Bind, the third book in her internationally best-selling Bloodwing Academy series. It’s her first traditionally published volume, following major indie success—and Briar’s trajectory is all due to you, her fans (old and new). The conversation includes an audience Q & A, and book signing, fuelled by Slow Burn Books. And we’ll have complimentary Village Ice cream to cool down the dangerous spice levels.
Want to be first in the signing line? Pre-order copies of The Wings That Bind here from Slow Burn Books and pick them up at the show.

Calgary Flames vs. Los Angeles Kings
2026-03-24 19:00 - 23:59 (America/Denver) | Scotiabank Saddledome, 555 Saddledome Rise SE, Calgary, Alberta, T2G 2W1, US

GOO GOO DOLLS - Canada Spring 2026
2026-03-23 19:30 - 23:59 (America/Denver) | Scotiabank Saddledome, 555 Saddledome Rise SE, Calgary, Alberta, T2G 2W1, US

Calgary Flames vs. Tampa Bay Lightning
2026-03-22 18:00 - 23:59 (America/Denver) | Scotiabank Saddledome, 555 Saddledome Rise SE, Calgary, Alberta, T2G 2W1, US

Deep Cuts - Drum & Bass Night
2026-03-21 19:00 - 2026-03-22 02:00 (America/Edmonton) | Pimlico Bar, 524 17 Avenue Southwest, Calgary, Ab, T2S 0B1, US
All-vinyl D&B night at Pimlico Bar. Classic cuts, liquid grooves & late-night energy. Free entry, priority bar credit tickets.

CRESCENDO 2026
2026-03-21 19:00 - 23:59 (America/Edmonton) | Jack Singer Concert Hall, 225 8 Ave. SE, Calgary, Ab, US
Let’s GET LOUD for youth mental health!  Join us for this spectacular musical stage show and be inspired by the powerful stories that bring CRESCENDO to life. This one-of-a-kind concert features some of Alberta’s top vocalists, accompanied by a full symphonic orchestra, a rock band and a massive choir. This unforgettable evening will be filled with music from Benson Boone, Fleetwood Mac, Earth, Wind & Fire, Elton John and more. CRESCENDO is an extraordinary event you will want to share with everyone you know, so bring the whole crew and save — buy eight tickets and enjoy 15% off! After the show, stay for the CRESCENDO afterparty, where the good times will keep rolling with a live DJ, snacks, cash bar and a chance to meet the performers!  Produced by A John Cameron Experience, Alberta Children’s Hospital Foundation and mental health research and programming for young people and their families. Please click on the links to learn more about these programs and services or to make a donation or to purchase a raffle ticket. Check out the 2025 highlight reel below, and get your tickets to CRESCENDO today!

Co-op Grape Escape - March 2026
2026-03-21 18:00 - 2026-03-22 22:00 (America/Edmonton) | BMO Centre, 20 Roundup Way SE, Calgary, Ab, T2G 2W1, US
Come find us at the Co-Op Grape Escape – spring 2026! Two days, 150 different vendors, and tons of delicious samples. See you there.

Calgary Hitmen vs Lethbridge Hurricanes - Fan Appreciation
2026-03-21 18:00 - 23:59 (America/Denver) | Scotiabank Saddledome, 555 Saddledome Rise SE, Calgary, Alberta, T2G 2W1, US
Child Ticket Age – Under 13 Student Ticket Age – 13-17 Post Secondary Students – Student ID Required Adult Ticket Age – 18 and over
