Calgary Pro Musica and Green Fools Theatre present 'more rocky mountain fairy tales'.
Everyday from Jan 1, 1970 - Apr 28, 2024 at 12:00 am - 4:30 pm
Come and enjoy an afternoon listening to stories and some of Canada’s finest musicians. Storyteller/Musician Samantha Whelan Kotkas and her friends will entertain you and your children with musical interactive tales of child-accessible hikes in the Rocky Mountains. Teach your child about courage, unity, joyfulness, and caring in an afternoon of fun and adventure. An event for the whole family that you will want to be a part of.
Recommended for children aged 5 to 12, but created with the entire family in mind.
Come one hour before the show & enjoy family friendly activities. Stay after to meet the performers.
Created and Narrated by Samantha Whelan Kotkas
Music by Tyler Hornby
Puppets by Green Fools Theatre
Video by Joel Goundry
Tyler Hornby - Drums, Chris Andrew - Piano, Pat Belliveau - Saxophones, Aaron Shore - Guitar, Stephen Shepard - Bass
| Cost: | $15.00 |
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| Location: | The University of Calgary Rozsa Centre: Eckhardt-Gramatté Hall |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances |
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| Link: | https://calgarypromusica.ca/family/ |
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Da Vinci The Exhibition at TELUS Spark.
Everyday from Jan 22, 2024 - May 5, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Da Vinci The Exhibition is a hands-on exploration of Leonardo da Vinci's life, research, and art, developed by Aurea Exhibitions and produced by Imagine Exhibitions, Inc. Guests can go beyond the canvas, exploring over 65 life-size inventions, more than 20 fine art studies, and captivating displays.
Rosebud Theatre Presents: Chariots of Fire.
Everyday from Apr 5, 2024 - May 25, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
One hundred years after the epic race at the 1924 Paris Olympics, relive the story of Harold Abrahams, the son of a Lithuanian immigrant Jew, running to overcome prejudice against his people and Eric Liddell, the son of Scottish missionaries, running for the glory of God! Based on the 1981 Academy Award-winning film.
| Location: | Rosebud Theatre |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances, Parent's Night Out |
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| Link: | http://rosebudtheatre.com |
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Calgary PetFest.
> Friday Apr 19, 2024 at 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Unleash the excitement at the one-of-a-kind pet extravaganza. From fun-loving pooches to agile performers, energetic herders, and irresistibly fuzzy companions, the event celebrates the rich diversity of dogs. Join for a showcase of active, playful, and adoptable dogs that will warm your heart and leave a lasting paw print on your soul at Spruce Meadows.
Toddler Time.
> Friday Apr 19, 2024 at 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Every Friday, join us for exciting story times, age-appropriate crafts, colouring and more for youngsters aged 0-5! Tickets include the event and admission to the Fort Calgary Cultural Centre so you can make the most of your day out.
This program fills up fast - register now to secure your spot!
Jurassic Quest.
Everyday from Apr 19, 2024 - Apr 21, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Take part in the largest and most realistic traveling dinosaur experience in North America at the BMO Centre. The event features true-to-detail (and size!) dinosaurs, including a 60-foot-long, sky-scraping Spinosaurus, an 80-foot-long Apatosaurus, and a life-sized T rex.
Calgary Comic and Entertainment Expo.
Everyday from Apr 25, 2024 - Apr 28, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
If you're into comics, sci-fi, horror, anime, gaming, or cosplay, this is the place for you. You'll feel out of this world – and right at home. Find your fandom family at the BMO Centre, all 100,000 of them!
| Location: | BMO Centre |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Festivals & Fairs, Fun for Kids, Parent's Night Out |
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| Link: | http://fanexpohq.com |
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StoryBook Theatre’s Miscast.
> Friday Apr 26, 2024 at 7:00 pm - 12:00 am
SBT’s annual MisCast is the musical spectacular featuring Broadway’s hottest hits, sung by local theatre artists performing roles in which they would not traditionally be cast at Beddington Theatre Arts Centre. Funds raised support SBT’s Ellie Tims Project, whose mantra is to “Never say no to a Child,” allowing everyone, regardless of socioeconomic status, to participate in Theatre School Programming.
| Location: | Beddington Theatre Arts Centre |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances, Parent's Night Out |
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| Link: | http://storybooktheatre.org |
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JazzYYC International Jazz Days Festival.
Everyday from Apr 26, 2024 - Apr 30, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
JazzYYC brings live jazz back to the annual JazzYYC International Jazz Days Festival at various location around Calgary.
| Location: | Various Locations |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances, Parent's Night Out |
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| Link: | http://jazzyyc.com |
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Calgary Comic Expo Parade of Wonders.
> Friday Apr 26, 2024 at 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Calling all fans to the POW! Parade of Wonders, Canada’s biggest cosplay parade celebrating all things pop culture and creativity in beautiful downtown Calgary.
Alberta Ballet in Der Wolf & The Rite of Spring.
Everyday from May 2, 2024 - May 4, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
This double bill invites you into the dark and curious landscape of folklore, forest and frenzy against hard-hitting visceral scores at Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium.
| Location: | Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances, Parent's Night Out |
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| Link: | http://jubileeauditorium.com |
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Symphony Sundays for Kids: Saint-Georges’ Sword + Bow.
> Friday May 3, 2024 at 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Hoping to become the next great pop sensation, a young girl discovers her music teacher was the biggest star in 18th-century France. In this time-bending musical adventure, Giselle learns about life’s triumphs and tragedies from the most accomplished man in Europe, the Chevalier de Saint-Georges. A captivating story of passion, dreams, legacy, and hope at Jack Singer Concert Hall.
| Location: | Jack Singer Concert Hall |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances |
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| Link: | http://calgaryphil.com |
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YMCA Calgary Arts Presents: Calgary Young People’s Theatre in Sasquatch Sally .
Everyday from May 3, 2024 - May 5, 2024 at 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Combining folklore, familial drama and just a tiny sprinkle of summer camp shenanigans, this theatrical tale is as unique as a sasquatch!
Summer is the best time of year, and for sisters Sally and Ali, summertime means Summer Camp. An escape from school work, bullies, and a chance to make new friends. Some kids choose to stick close to family, others craft new memories with their cabin roommates, while some find themselves making friends with the impossible.
This show is perfect for all ages.
2024 Eastside Dance Festival.
Everyday from May 9, 2024 - May 10, 2024 at 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
The Eastside Dance Festival Society presents an electrifying showcase of outstanding dance programs from 17 CBE and CSSD Schools at the U of C Theatre. Over 450 dancers will perform and some will share over $100,000 in scholarships and cash prizes to support continued dance education after high school.
Prior to each performance on May 9th and 10th, we are holding a FREE parent engagement session at the Eckhardt Gramatté Hall in U of C’s Rosza Centre from 5:00 pm. Esteemed local dance educators, academics and professional artists will share their career pathways and the most recent research conducted on the benefits of dance for developing young minds and bodies. Dance education is an investment in your child’s future!
Visit www.eastsidedancefestival.ca for more information.
Follow us @eastsidedanceyyc
| Cost: | $17.50 |
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| Location: | University of Calgary Theatre and Rozsa Centre for Performing Arts |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances, Parent's Night Out |
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| Link: | http://www.eastsidedancefestival.ca |
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Spruce Meadows Rosebud Classic.
Everyday from May 9, 2024 - May 12, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
This outdoor amateur local show jumping tournament provides a wonderful opportunity for riders to showcase their skills and compete in a friendly and supportive environment.
YMCA Calgary Arts Presents: Calgary Young People’s Theatre in Sasquatch Sally .
Everyday from May 10, 2024 - May 12, 2024 at 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Combining folklore, familial drama and just a tiny sprinkle of summer camp shenanigans, this theatrical tale is as unique as a sasquatch!
Summer is the best time of year, and for sisters Sally and Ali, summertime means Summer Camp. An escape from school work, bullies, and a chance to make new friends. Some kids choose to stick close to family, others craft new memories with their cabin roommates, while some find themselves making friends with the impossible.
This show is perfect for all ages.
Calgary Reads Big Book Sale.
Everyday from May 10, 2024 - May 20, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
At the 20th Calgary Reads Big Book Sale, discover more than 175,000 gently used books of every genre imaginable – and help more children experience the life-changing joy of reading at Calgary Curling Club.
| Location: | Calgary Curling Club |
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| Category: | Community Sales & Markets, Family Fun, Fun for Kids |
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| Link: | http://bigbooksale.ca |
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Otafest.
Everyday from May 10, 2024 - May 12, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Calgary’s volunteer-run, non-profit, all-ages Japanese anime and pop culture festival featuring anime screenings, an exhibitor hall, community panels, cosplay contests, voice actors, concerts, and so much more at Telus Convention Centre.
| Location: | Telus Convention Centre |
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| Category: | Community Sales & Markets, Family Fun, Festivals & Fairs, Fun for Kids, Talks, Workshops & Seminars, Youth Activities |
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| Link: | http://otafest.com |
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Day Out with Thomas at Heritage Park.
Everyday from May 10, 2024 - May 12, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
‘Pop’ on board a train ride adventure with Thomas the Tank Engine! Day Out With Thomas: Bubble Tour is rolling into the station with loads of bubble-themed games and activities! Enjoy live entertainment, photo ops, the exclusive gift shop, lawn games and so much more. Take a real train ride with Thomas and spend the day creating memories for the whole family.
Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra Presents: Star Wars: A New Hope in Concert..
Everyday from May 17, 2024 - May 18, 2024 at 7:30 pm - 12:00 am
Experience the film that started it all like you never have before. With an abiding affinity for cinematic repertoire, guest conductor Anthony Parnther brings a fan’s enthusiasm to the unmistakable orchestral score to Star Wars: A New Hope, as the original 1977 film plays on the big screen with John Williams’ unforgettable score performed live by the Calgary Phil.
| Location: | Jack Singer Concert Hall |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances, Parent's Night Out |
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| Link: | http://calgaryphil.com |
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Calgary Boys' Choir Workshop.
Everyday from May 23, 2024 - May 25, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
A three-day workshop for tenor and bass voices, be directed by the esteemed Gerald Wirth. Wirth, currently the artistic director of the Vienna Boys Choir and former
Calgary Boys’ Choir artistic director (1991-1998), brings a wealth of experience and artistry to guide participants in this unique and collaborative musical experience.
Royal Canadian International Circus.
Everyday from May 24, 2024 - Jun 2, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Prepare for a spellbinding journey filled with a diverse array of thrilling acts, a visual feast of high production value; and an interactive extravaganza that promises an unforgettable experience for all. Join us under the big top at CrossIron Mills Mall for a circus adventure like no other in 2024!
Arts Commons Presents — Dinosaur World Live.
Everyday from May 24, 2024 - May 25, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Remarkably lifelike, these enormous puppets will take over the Jack Singer Concert Hall stage, transporting audiences to a time when dinosaurs ruled the earth. Dinosaur World Live presents a host of impressive pre-historic creatures and introduces you to Miranda, the daughter of paleontologists, who grew up surrounded by dinosaurs on a far-away island off the coast of South America.
Bert Church Live Theatre Presents: The Somewhat True Tale of Robin Hood by Nose Creek Players.
Everyday from May 24, 2024 - May 25, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Join Robin Hood and the characters of Sherwood Forest in an entertaining experience for the whole family. Nose Creek Players bring the classic story to life through a funny, "Monty Pythonesque" retelling of the classic story.
| Location: | Bert Church Theatre in Airdrie |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances |
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| Link: | http://airdrie.ca |
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Spruce Meadows Continental.
Everyday from Jun 6, 2024 - Jun 9, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Check out some incredible horsemanship at Spruce Meadows. This premier equestrian facility is conveniently located just at the southern edge of the city and hosts several top-tier show jumping tournaments throughout the year.
La Fille Mal Gardée.
Everyday from Jun 14, 2024 - Jun 15, 2024 at 7:30 pm - 12:00 am
Experience the charm and hilarity of 'La Fille Mal Gardée'! Follow the delightful tale of Lise, a spirited young peasant girl, determined to marry her true love, Colas, despite her mother's plans to wed her to the bumbling Alain. Filled with comedic antics, lively dances, and heartwarming romance, this beloved ballet is a celebration of love, laughter, and the triumph of true affection over societal expectations.
| Cost: | $25.00 |
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| Location: | Martha Cohen Theatre |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances, Parent's Night Out, Youth Activities |
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| Link: | http://www.jcbs.ca |
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Spruce Meadows Pan-American.
Everyday from Jun 26, 2024 - Jun 24, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Top sport and top riders return to Spruce Meadows for the 'Pan American', presented by Rolex.
Earth Hour.
Everyday from Mar 23, 2025 - Mar 23, 2024 at 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
A worldwide campaign focused on energy reduction and celebration of reducing our energy and environmental impact. Join for music, entertainment, and opportunities to experience what environmental actions you can take in Calgary. Pedal power midway games and experience how our natural world affects our daily lives. Bring personal lighting and dance to the DJ when the lights go down for the Earth Hour Party!
