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The final weekend of March is here. While spring weather may be taking a little longer to arrive than hoped, we’re keeping our fingers crossed and our eyes on the thermostat. In the meantime, make the most of your days off with exciting events and activities in the city. Here are all the best things to do in and around Calgary this weekend.
This one is for the car nuts! Come down to BMO Centre and admire Western Canada’s finest hot rods, customs, trucks, and motorcycles. There will be a celebrity showcase along with contests, displays, and shopping, among other attractions.
When: Friday, March 28 and Sunday, March 30, 2025
Where: Stampede Park, BMO Centre 20 Roundup Way SE
Cost: $24 for general admission
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 Ave. 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 29, 2025
Where: Gasoline Alley Museum, Heritage Dr. SW, Calgary
Cost: $34.95 per person
Gather some inspiration for the warmer season at Western Canada’s largest showcase of outdoor gear and adventure travel experiences. The Outdoor Adventure and Travel Show will be in town for the last weekend of March Break, so check it out to plan your summer excursions or get some new gear.
When: Saturday, March 29 and Sunday, March 30, 2025
Where: Stampede Park, BMO Centre 20 Roundup Way SE
Cost: $12 for regular admission, $14 at the door
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
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
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 (extended)
Where: CF Chinook Centre, 1st Floor, North Court — 6455 Macleod Trail, Calgary
Cost: $35
Take your pick of all the best things to do in Calgary this weekend. Have fun out there!
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