After a chinook brought some warm winds to the city last week, things are looking pretty balmy and bright here in Calgary. We’ve got our fingers crossed the heat lasts, and in the meantime, there’s plenty going on around town to keep you occupied.
From live music to theatre, here are the ten best things to do in Calgary this Jan. 12 to 16 week.
High Performance Rodeo
For three weeks every January, a wide collection of performers from near and far converge on Calgary to create unforgettable experiences.
When: Tuesday, Jan. 13 to Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026
Where: Locations vary by event
Tickets: $25+
Ten Minute Play Festival
Buckle up for a rapid-fire night of storytelling where every second counts.
When: Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2026
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Where: Martha Cohen Theatre — 215 8th Ave. SE, Calgary
Tickets: $25+
Men I Trust at Grey Eagle Resort and Casino
Men I Trust, a Canadian indie band formed in 2014, has quietly but profoundly left its mark on the music scene. Comprising Emma Proulx (guitar and vocals), Jessy Caron (guitar and bass), and Dragos Chiriac (keyboards), the trio’s enchanting sound, blending dream pop and indie elements, resonates with a global audience.
When: Thursday, Jan. 15, 2026
Time: Doors at 7 p.m., show at 8 p.m.
Where: Grey Eagle Resort and Casino — 3777 Grey Eagle Dr., Calgary
Tickets: $238+
Dot at Contemporary Calgary
DOT is a surrealist puppet show that will take you on a journey from the molecular to galactic.
When: Thursday, Jan. 15 to Saturday, Jan. 17, 2026
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Where: Heather Edwards Theatre in Contemporary Calgary — 701 11th St. SW, Calgary
Tickets: $25+
Magic After Nightfall
Capitol Hill Community Association will host a one-of-a-kind, all-ages illusions and magic spectacular featuring Calgary performer Robert Wong.
When: Friday, Jan. 16, 2026
Time: 6 to 10 p.m.
Where: Capitol Hill Community Association — 1531 21st Ave. NW, Calgary
Tickets: Free
TD AMPLIFY Episode 1
Step into a world where emotion takes form and the feminine body becomes both the question and answer. TD AMPLIFY: Episode 1 unites three distinct yet intertwined forces — the emotional alt-pop spectacle of SHY FRiEND, the dark, abstract physicality of Sierra Oszust, and the genre-defying live art and contemporary drama of Murmur Theatre’s Rita Rebetskaya and Polina Káulio.
When: Friday, Jan. 16, 2026
Time: 8 p.m.
Where: Engineered Air Theatre — 234 9th Ave. SE, Calgary, AB T2G 5C4
Tickets: $10
The Music of Hans Zimmer
The Orchestra and conductor Tristan Rais-Sherman celebrate some of the most iconic film scores of all time from Grammy and Academy Award-winning composer Hans Zimmer.
When: Friday, Jan. 16 to Saturday, Jan. 17, 2026
Time: 7:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. (Sat)
Where: Jack Singer Concert Hall — 225 8th Ave. SE, Calgary
Tickets: $32+
Banff SnowDays
Banff and Lake Louise will come alive this January with SnowDays, a vibrant celebration that will transform the streets of the mountain resort town into a true winter wonderland.
When: Friday, Jan. 16 to Sunday, Feb. 8, 2026
Time: TBD
Where: Multiple events and locations
Tickets: Free and ticketed options available
The Janzen Boys with Backyard Betties
A big hit at the club when they played a short set in November, 2024, The Janzen Boys return to entertain with their signature harmonies, family fun and feel-good vibes.
When: Friday, Jan. 16, 2026
Time: 7:30 to 11:30 p.m.
Where: Calgary Folk Club — 5432 Dalhart Rd. NW, Calgary
Tickets: $38
Live Jazz at The Tasting Room
Join the Tasting Room for an intimate evening of live jazz with good wine and the kind of energy that makes you want to stay a little longer.
When: Friday, Jan. 16, 2026
Time: 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where: The Tasting Room — 1512 29th Ave. SW, Calgary
Tickets: $14
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Em Medland-Marchen
Em is a Staff Writer for Curiocity Calgary. They are passionate about live music, rose gardens, iced coffee, and walks along the Bow River.
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