Events

Bringing together the largest gathering of outdoor enthusiasts and RV dealers in Alberta. Special family fun shows, mind-blowing giveaways, and discounts on brand-new units as well as lower financing options from RV dealers. Get tickets and details, here.  Where: BMO Centre When: Jan 23 – 26

A classic of the stage. Blanche DuBois, a former Southern belle, unexpectedly arrives in New Orleans and sets in motion a dangerous power struggle between herself and her sister’s husband, Stanley. Tension builds as secrets about Stanley and Blanche are revealed in this smoldering Pulitzer Prize-winning play. Get your tickets, here.  Where: Max Bell Theatre […]

On road and off-road riders, future riders, and lovers of the motorcycle and quad lifestyle will be able to check out some of the most anticipated models for 2025 including the latest electric vehicles. There is no other show in the country with this level of brand representation. Get the details, here.  Where: BMO Centre […]

The musicians of the Calgary Phil and guest vocalists bring their grit to this re-creation of Nirvana’s celebrated live album MTV Unplugged in New York! This performance is presented in partnership with One Yellow Rabbit as part of the High Performance Rodeo. Get your tickets, here. Where: Jack Singer Concert Hall When: Jan 31

This play written by David Foley is full of bluffs and double bluffs, crosses and double-crosses, this intensely intricate psychological thriller will be one step ahead of you until the very end! Get your tickets, here.  Where: The Playhouse When: Feb 1 – Mar 2

One love. One heart. The Calgary Phil, Arts Commons Presents, and Jones & Jones Productions present brand-new orchestral experience celebrating the 80th birthday of reggae icon Bob Marley! Get your tickets, here.  Where: Jack Singer Concert Hall When: Feb 8

Alberta Ballet is thrilled to host the Dance Theatre of Harlem, a multi-ethnic ensemble that paves the way for an inclusive future in embracing the belief of its founder: ballet belongs to everyone. The internationally regarded dance sensation brings a mixed program that will showcase talent and versatility against a backdrop of an eclectic score. […]

Aging silent film actor Don Pasquale pursues a young starlet of the talkies in a lively comedy reminiscent of the heyday of Italian films. This production features an all-Canadian cast of superstars and Calgary favourites. Get your tickets, here.  Where: Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium When: Feb 1 – 7

Celebrating the legacies of Patsy Cline, Loretta Lynn, and Dolly Parton, pioneers who reshaped country music and how women’s stories were told within it. Featuring Nashville’s Kristina Train on vocals and an all-women band, this concert tributes signature songs and stories that made these women music legends. Get your tickets, here.  Where: Jack Singer Concert […]

One of the largest exhibitions of new cars and trucks in Western Canada. Electric vehicles, special events, giveaways, and more. Get the details, here.  Where: BMO Centre When: Mar 12 – 16

Francesco’s innovative rendition offers a fresh twist and unique framing on Frank L. Baum’s treasured story. A Canadian premiere, The Wizard of Oz is vividly brought to life through a fusion of classical and contemporary ballet. Get your tickets, here.  Where: Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium When: Mar 13 – 15

This World Premiere of a new Canadian play is a delicious whodunnit of the highest order that introduces a new legend of crime solving in a fast paced and intense mystery. Get your tickets, here.  Where: The Playhouse When: Mar 15 – Apr 13

Farce and frights collide as Charles Condomine tries to keep his past from ruining his present after inadvertently summoning the spirit of his first wife at a dinner-party-turned-séance. Only he can see or hear her, but that won’t stop her attempts to destroy his new marriage in this supernatural comedy. Get your tickets, here.  Where: […]

The inspiring journey of a woman who broke barriers and became the Queen of Rock n’ Roll. Set to the pulse-pounding soundtrack of her most beloved hits, this electrifying sensation will send you soaring to the rafters. Get your tickets, here.  Where: Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium When: March 18 – 23

A stellar lineup of pros are to help up your home and garden game just in time for spring! Get expert advice from top designers, landscapers, and home improvement professionals. Presenters including HGTV Canada’s Scott McGivillray. Learn more, here.  Where: BMO Centre When: Feb 27 – Mar 2

Join the National Music Centre and Honens for a special presentation featuring renowned artist, producer, pianist, and composer Federico Albanese to celebrate 325 years of piano history. Federico Albanese is a genre-defying Italian musician, composer, multi-instrumentalist, and producer. His musical versatility is a natural gift that pushes him to explore music in all its facets. […]

Join National Music Centre and Women Band Directors International (Alberta Chapter) for the Girls in Jazz 2025 Gala Concert. Performing Groups include: Girls in Jazz Honour Jazz Band directed by Taylor Berry Davidson-Therrien Quintet – Tara Davidson – Rachel Therrien – Michelle Gregoire – Tetyana Haraschuk – Aretha Tilitson Calgary Women’s Jazz Orchestra directed by Kathie Van Lare Get the […]

National Music Centre and Alliance Française bring Kora Flamenca live to Calgary! Discover the enchanting sounds of blending Afro-Mandingo rhythms with the passion of flamenco. This unique collaboration features 10 vibrant new tracks, weaving their musical traditions into a colourful and captivating journey. Tickets and details, here. Where: Studio Bell When: February 28

Step into winter magic along Stephen Ave with vibrant lights, captivating arts, dynamic performances, and plenty of family-friendly fun. The Confluence will be the new hub for day time and sporting programs this year that were previously held at Olympic Plaza. Think action-packed sporting, outdoor and skating activities that bring joy, thrills, and family fun. […]

Leave our guilt at the door with Spark After Dark: Guilty Pleasures! Ever wonder why chocolate feels like a hug for your brain? Or why you can’t stop binging your favourite reality show? Dive into the psychology, biology, and chemistry behind the little things we love but hate to admit. This 18+ event will be […]

In the lab of life, food is the ultimate experiment! Foodology will fill you up with delicious science! Have the brain feast on this banquet by learning how different ingredients, smells, colours, textures and even cooking methods mix to create your favourite dishes. Spark is giving you permission to play with food and have a […]

Double rainbow! The award winning event is back welcoming all who enter Spark to show off their true colours and learn about them too. The spectrum of sexuality and identity merges with the spectrum of colour during this uniquely science themed pride event. Plus, be one of the first to see a brand-new light bending […]

Fun fact: music doesn’t just hit different—it literally lights up your brain! Explore just how much it impacts and shapes our minds, bodies, and lives in incredible ways. This is an 18+ event. Get details and tickets, here. Where: TELUS Spark Science Centre When: August 8

From the Saw franchise to Evil Dead, its obvious people are obsessed with the freaky and grotesque… we just can’t look away! From the twisted side of psychology to iconic horror moments in pop culture—and a whole lot of squishy biology in between—this event is diving straight into the weird, wild, and wonderful world of gore. This is […]

Get hyped for the Greatest Hits of every Spark After Dark on December 12, 2025! Indulge in guilt-free pleasures, explore the brain chemistry behind cravings, play with food, and celebrate your colourful identity. Rock out to sick beats and dive into horror-inspired science. Science lovers and curious adults, this is your holiday party. This is […]

I Dream in Shapes and Shadows II is a visual art exhibition inspired by local scenery that combines intricate paper sculptures with their shadows. Visitors are encouraged to become part of the interactive story on display at the nvrlnd. boutique throughout the month of March. The exhibition is free to the public thanks to support from […]

Join the Esker Foundation in opening the winter 2025 season with three new solo exhibitions by Hangama Amiri, Erika DeFreitas, and Thuy-Han Nguyen-Chi. Hangama Amiri creates intricately layered textile compositions that muse on home, kinship, and memory. Amiri’s focus on textiles also nod to familial bonds – her mother taught her to sew – and […]

Lunchbox Theatre presents the funny and nostalgic Go for Gold, Audrey Pham, a new show from Calgary playwright Camille Pavlenko. Set during the 1988 Olympics, the show focuses on Ski Ballet, a delightful quirk of Calgary’s Olympics that combines the grace of figure skating with the spectacle of freestyle skiing. The optimistic Olympian Audrey Pham […]