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Another week is here! While we’re still holding out for balmy spring weather, at least we can enjoy the sunshine. If you’re looking for a few activities to sprinkle between your work days, Calgary has everything from hockey games to art exhibits. Here are all the best things to do in and around Calgary this week.
Have fun out there!
Cheer on the Flames at either one of their home games this week. They’ll be taking on the Seattle Kraken on Tuesday at 7 p.m. and the Dallas Stars on Thursday at 7 p.m. Get your jerseys ready.
When: Tuesday, March 25 and Thursday, March 27, 2025, at 7 p.m.
Where: Scotiabank Saddledome, 555 Saddledome Rise SE, Calgary
Cost: $52+
This mind-bending immersive adventure at Telus Spark Science Centre dives headfirst into the weird, the unexplained, and the downright spooky. From UFO encounters to ghostly apparitions, explore the thin line between science fact and science fiction.
When: Now until Wednesday, March 26, 2025
Where: Telus Spark Science Centre — 220 St. George’s Dr. NE, Calgary
Cost: $23.95 – $32.95
If you, or someone who lives with you, is between the ages of 15 and 24, The City of Calgary Youth Employment Centre (YEC) is hosting a free career fair. Mix and mingle with 80 different employers offering part-time, full-time, permanent and seasonal jobs.
When: Thursday, March 27, 2025, 1:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Where: The Big Four Building, 1801 Big Four Trail SE
Cost: Free to attend
Get a taste of art and culture with “In my mind’s eye.” This exhibition in Marda Loop will feature new paintings, both acrylics and watercolours, centred on landscapes, still lifes and self-portraits from artist Eva Newman. It’s free to attend at cSPACE, which is open to the public from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., Monday to Saturday.
When: Now until Saturday, March 29, 2025
Where: cSPACE, 2nd floor, 1721 – 29th Avenue SW, Calgary
Cost: Free to attend
Celebrate the finest in Calgary Drag with some of the best female celebrity impersonators. Enjoy performances from divas like Madonna, Dolly Parton, Britney Spears, and Beyoncé.
When: Now until Saturday, March 29, 2025, at 7 p.m.
Where: Rated Ultra Lounge — 314 3rd St. SE, Calgary
Cost: $33.28
Celebrate spring break with the only horse-drawn carriage rides in Calgary. Enjoy a scenic tour through the Historical Village, with stunning views of historical buildings, the Glenmore Reservoir, and the Rocky Mountains. Special member pricing is available, and your ticket includes admission to the Gasoline Alley Museum.
When: Saturday, March 22 and Saturday, March 29, 2025
Where: Gasoline Alley Museum — Heritage Dr. SW, Calgary
Cost: $34.95 per person
The Festival of Animated Objects is back in Calgary. This dreamy puppet festival will have live performances, workshops, and stunning displays to enjoy, with events happening all over the city.
When: Now until Sunday, March 30, 2025
Where: Venues across Calgary
Cost: Events vary from free to ticketed
Calgary’s premier culinary festival returns! The YYC Food & Drink Experience takes place across the city, with participating restaurants offering special three or five-course meals for a nominal fee. Check out the website to see if any of your favourite spots made the list!
When: Now until Sunday, March 30, 2025
Where: Participating restaurants in Calgary
Cost: Varies
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 Wednesday, April 9, 2025
Where: CF Chinook Centre, 1st Floor, North Court — 6455 Macleod Trail, Calgary
Cost: $35
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 also commemorating the 20th anniversary of Lougheed House as a museum.
When: From now until Sunday, April 13, 2025.
Where: 707 13th Ave. SW, Calgary
Cost: $8.50 for adult museum admission
Work hard, play hard, right?
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