Another long weekend has come and gone, but there’s plenty of fun to look forward to in the coming days! From the highly anticipated comic expo to pop-ups, there’s plenty going in and around the city this time around so let’s get into it! Here are 10 things happening in Calgary this week.
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HIT HERITAGE PARK FOR DINNER AND A MOVIE
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Heritage Park’s Dinner and movie series has returned with the timeless classic The Princess Bride. Serving a themed meal and strong leads, this event will have you stuffed full of food and fun!
When: Tuesday, April 25, 2023
Where: 1900 Heritage Dr. SW, Calgary
Time: 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Cost: $46
GET POP-CULTURED AT THE CALGARY COMIC EXPO
Featuring celebrity guests, reunions, local vendors, and more – the Calgary Comic Expo is back, bigger and better than ever! Tickets are on sale now, so don’t miss it! It’s going to be incredible.
When: Thursday, April 27th – 30th, 2023
Where: 1410 Olympic Way SE, Calgary
Cost: $22+
SPONSORED PICK: SHOP BLACK GOAT CASHMERE WAREHOUSE SALE & RECEIVE UP TO 80% OFF
The popular cashmere clothing brand Black Goat Cashmere is having a massive warehouse sale in YYC for the very first time and their prices are unbeatable. From April 27 – 28 at Hotel Arts, you can shop the finest cashmere clothing and receive up to 80% off. This lightweight, breathable and temperature-fluctuating fabric is the ultimate wardrobe addition for chilly spring mornings and cool evenings.
When: Thursday, April 27th – 28th, 2023
Where: Hotel Arts – 119 12 Ave SW, Calgary, T2R 0G8, Canada
Time: 10 am – 8 pm
HIT THE BEAUTY AND THE BEAST POP-UP
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Described as an “escape room, a theatre show and an adventure all blended into one,” this event will challenge its guests to solve riddles and play games in an effort to lift an awful curse. The best part? You’ll be encouraged to do it all with a drink in your hand.
When: Until May 21st, 2023
Where: 14th AVE NE, Calgary, Alberta
Cost: $47
SPONSORED PICK: PARTICIPATE IN AOR HEALTH SUPPLEMENTS CONTEST TO WIN $700
Get ready to add some extra AORdinary goodness to your life. Local Calgarian brand AOR is giving away a $500 gift card to Superstore plus a $200 gift card to shop their AOR products. The contest runs from April 28 – 30th. All you need to do is:
- Snap a selfie with your favourite AOR product in front of an AOR photo prop, or take a picture of the product on the shelf
- Tag the store retailer’s name
- Use the hashtag #FeelExtraAORidnary
- Post on your IG story
- Reshare as a post, reel, or FB share for extra entries!
The winner will be announced on AOR’s Instagram on Monday, May 1st, 2023. Plus, for each AOR health product you purchase, you’ll receive a complimentary gift! Good luck & have fun!
HIT THE ESKER FOUNDATION
Ragnar Kjartansson’s immersive video installation “The Visitors” documents an epic single-take musical performance featuring eight musicians performing a folk music opus of repetition and cannon blasts. You won’t want to miss this unique and thought-provoking experience that explores the intertwining of pathos, joy, and communal emotion.
When: Until April 30, 2023
Where: The Esker Foundation, 1011 9 Ave SE 4th floor, Calgary, AB T2G 0H7
Cost: FREE
CHECK OUT SPARK’S ‘WONDERSPACES’
Featuring extraordinary artwork from around the world, Calgarians are encouraged to check out Telus Spark’s new Wonderspaces exhibit. Don’t miss it – this stunning installation is unlike anything that we’ve ever seen.
Where: 220 Saint George’s Drive Northeast
Cost: $29
VISIT KAREN’S DINER
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Think you can take a joke? Described as an ‘immersive’ experience, Karen’s Diner will serve burgers, loaded fries, sweet treats, thick shakes, themed cocktails – and a whole lot of sass dished by actors and actresses who will play saucy diner employees.
When: Saturday, April 22nd – 30th, 2023
Where: 425 36 St NE., Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Cost: $45+
WALK YOUR WAY THROUGH CONTEMPORARY CALGARY
Looking for inspiration? This week, wander Contemporary Calgary – a modern museum with wide-open spaces and many a tale to tell. The best part? Admission is only $10, so check it out!
When: Open Wednesday to Sunday
Where: 701 11th Street SW
Cost: $10 for GA
EAT YOUR WAY THROUGH FILIPINO RESTAURANT MONTH
Another week is here, and our appetite is running wild. This time around check out one of the many restaurants participating during the second annual Filipino Restaurant Month – a delicious celebration of traditional food and local businesses.
When: Until April 30th, 2023
Where: See above
There you have it, folks. 10 events happening in Calgary this week. Now get out and enjoy yourselves! You deserve to have some fun!
