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Another week is here, and it looks like spring is finally here. Don’t blame us if we jinxed it! Whether you want to stay outside until the sun goes down or are looking for a new spot to try on your Friday take-out night, here are all the best things to do in and around Calgary this week.
Calgary has its fair share of purported hauntings, and Heritage Park is offering after-dark ghost tours so you can see for yourself. Will you remain a skeptic or become a believer?
Where: 1900 Heritage Dr. SW, Calgary
When: March 26, April 2, 9, 16, 23, & 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 percent off their ghost tour.
Celebrate the Thai New Year (Songkran) at Thaï Express. For one day only, every meal purchase comes with a free pair of Forkchops while supplies last. Make sure to check it out on Friday, April 11, at your nearest Thaï Express restaurant.
Where: All Thaï Express locations
When: Friday, April 11, 2025
Cost: Varies by meal choice
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
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
Get ready for a sensory feast like no other. Explore the science behind taste, smell, and flavour through interactive food challenges, live cooking demos, and hands-on experiments. This one-night-only event is limited to those 18+ and is a must for food lovers and science fans alike.
When: Friday, April 11, 2025, from 6 p.m. to midnight
Where: TELUS Spark Science Centre, 220 St. George’s Dr. NE, Calgary
Cost: $32.95 with member pricing available
Cheer on the Flames at their home game against the Minnesota Wild at the Saddledome! Nothing beats the energy of being there.
When: Friday, April 11, 2025, at 8 p.m.
Where: Scotiabank Saddledome, 555 Saddledome Rise SE, Calgary
Cost: $72.50+
Spruce Meadows will be hosting a dedicated PetFest to celebrate our most beloved companions. There will be everything from darling pups to talented performers, energetic herders, and even a few pets that slither. Mark your calendars and gather your animal-loving friends for this one.
When: Friday, April 11 to Sunday, April 13, 2025
Where: Spruce Meadows, 18011 Spruce Meadows Way SW, Calgary
Cost: $16.19 for general admission
Vertigo Theatre Presents A Killing at La Cucina – a Lucia Dante mystery. The play tells the tale of a food critic who dies after dinner at a five-star restaurant. This new Canadian play is perfect for anyone who loves a good whodunnit.
When: Now until Sunday, April 13, 2025
Where: Vertigo Theatre — 115 9th Ave. SE, Calgary
Cost: $69+
Learn about the historic Lougheed House and its over 130 years of history. This exhibit covers its meticulous restoration while commemorating the 20th anniversary of Lougheed House as a museum.
When: Now until Sunday, April 13, 2025
Where: 707 13th Ave. SW, Calgary
Cost: $8.50 for adult museum admission
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 hieroglyphs, and relive the reign of King Khufu.
When: Now until Sunday, May 31, 2025
Where: CF Chinook Centre, 1st Floor, North Court — 6455 Macleod Trail, Calgary
Cost: $35
Have a great week!
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