Hey Wanderers!
April is here, bringing an action-packed lineup of events to keep you entertained all month long! Whether you're a train enthusiast excited for SuperTrain, an animal lover eager to explore PetFest and the Reptile Expo, a cosplay fan ready to show off your best look at vibrant parades, or someone looking forward to festive Easter celebrations, there's something for everyone in Calgary this month.
We've rounded up an exciting list of 55 must-do events happening across the city to ensure your April is filled with fun and adventure. From colourful cosplay gatherings and fascinating expos to spring festivities and family-friendly activities, this is your chance to make unforgettable memories. No matter your interests, April in Calgary promises to be a month full of excitement!
So grab your calendar, mark down your favourites, and get ready to dive into all the amazing events happening this month. With so much to see and do, there's no reason to stay home—let’s make this April one to remember!
Week of April 01 - 06, 2025
Vertigo Theatre Presents A Killing at La Cucina
📍 Vertigo Theatre Studio (115 – 9 Avenue SE, Calgary, AB)
📆 April 01 - 13, 2025
💰 $50+
Vertigo Theatre, located at the base of the Calgary Tower, is home to the BD&P Mystery Theatre Series, which began with Agatha Christie’s classic, The Mousetrap, and plays such classics as Sherlock Holmes. While likely not suitable for younger children, many shows at Vertigo Theatre can be enjoyed by older kids.
ADFA Calgary Region One Act Play Festival
📍 The Pumphouse Theatre (2140 Pumphouse Ave SW, Calgary, AB)
📆 April 02 - 05, 2025
💰 $0+
One-Act Play Festival Heats Up April!
The Pumphouse Theatre and Alberta Drama Festival Association have returned for the 40th Annual Calgary Region One-Act Play Festival. From drama to comedy, new work to classics, the One Act Play Festival offers something for everyone.
Come see some of Calgary’s most passionate up and coming theatre artists. Come take in a night of great entertainment while supporting local performing arts!
David Bowie: The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars
📍 Jack Singer Concert Hall (225 8 Ave SE, Calgary, AB)
📆 April 03, 2025
💰 $40+
Prepare to be transported to glittery, dreamy realm at the Jack Singer Concert Hall at Arts Commons, where Classic Albums Live presents David Bowie’s iconic The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars. With one of the most immersive sonic landscapes in rock music history, this 1972 masterpiece took the idea of the concept album to galactic heights. From “Moonage Daydream” to “Rock ‘n’ Roll Suicide,” experience the timeless brilliance of Bowie’s visionary creation in a live concert like no other.
Calgary Flames vs. Anaheim Ducks
📍 Scotiabank Saddledome (555 Saddledome Rise Southeast, Calgary, AB)
📆 April 03, 2025
💰 $45+
If you’re looking for an unforgettable night out, there’s nothing like the electrifying atmosphere of a Calgary Flames game. From the roar of the crowd to the fast-paced action on the ice, every moment is packed with excitement. Whether you're a die-hard hockey fan or just looking for a fun outing with friends or family, the Scotiabank Saddledome is the place to be. Grab your jersey, cheer on your favorite players, and experience the passion of Flames hockey firsthand. Don’t miss your chance to be part of the action—get your tickets now!
Led Zepagain
📍 Grey Eagle Event Centre (Grey Eagle Drive Tsuu T'ina Nation Sarcee 145, Calgary, AB)
📆 April 03, 2025
💰 $40+
Led Zepagain was honored to have been featured on AXS TV’s “World’s Greatest Tribute Bands” in 2014, and were asked to come back for an encore performance in March of 2017 to perform the iconic Led Zeppelin lV album in it’s entirety. Having played nationally and internationally in such places as Japan, Russia, Ireland, Panama, Alaska, Germany, Chile, Bosnia, Brazil, Peru, Argentina, Canada, Paraguay, Kosovo, Mexico City and Guam, Led Zepagain regularly performs to packed houses all over the world. We guarantee that from the sound and the look, to the vintage equipment and costuming, Led Zepagain will be the closest thing that you will ever see to a live Led Zeppelin performance! Come on out and see what Jimmy Page was talking about.
Cat Kid Comic Club: The Musical
📍 Bella Concert Hall (18 Mt Royal Cir SW, Calgary, AB)
📆 April 04, 2025
💰 $42+
From Captain Underpants to Dog Man, Dav Pilkey knows what makes kids laugh and how to keep them reading. But if you have kids, you probably already know this! Pilkey has written many best-selling children’s books and graphic novels with positive themes that celebrate the good-hearted and embrace the comical, silly, rollicking side of a child’s imagination. His newest series is Cat Kid Comic Club. And this April, Cat Kid Comic Club: The Musical is coming to the Bella Concert Hall at the Taylor Centre! Don’t miss this chance for a fun and memorable family night out.
National Women’s Show Calgary
📍 BMO Centre (20 Roundup Way SE, Calgary, AB)
📆 April 05 - 06, 2025
💰 $14+
Experience the Fashion, Food and Fun!
Shop for exclusive products at hundreds of exhibits!
Sample delicious food and wine, get tips on healthy living, indulge in free mini makeovers, and find fun travel ideas!
See the hottest styles and incredible fashions on the catwalk from the best brands and local designers.
Ukrainian Easter Market
📍 St. Vladimir's Ukrainian Orthodox Sobor Cultural Center (404 Meredith Rd NE, Calgary, AB)
📆 April 05, 2025
💰 $2
Please join a charity Ukrainian Easter Market. This will be a great opportunity to buy Ukrainian food, souvenirs and goods from Ukraine.
Homemade Ukrainian perogies, cabbage rolls, sausages & Easter bread for your Easter basket for sale while supplies last.
Eat in or take out hot meals.
All Ukrainians of Calgary Association proceeds go towards continues procurement of medical supplies, their distribution to the hospitals in Ukraine, and towards support for the people of Ukraine.
SUPERTRAIN
📍 Olympic Oval, University of Calgary (288 Collegiate Blvd NW, Calgary, AB)
📆 April 05 - 06, 2025
💰 $5+
SUPERTRAIN is Canada’s largest train show and has been for more than 30 years. But there’s even BIGGER news for this year’s show, with a new venue! This year, SUPERTRAIN will be at the Olympic Oval at the University of Calgary. That means more than twice the show space, lots of nearby parking, and easy access from Calgary Transit.
Over 100 exhibitors from all over North America will be at SUPERTRAIN on Saturday and Sunday, April 5 – 6, 2025. Families will enjoy operating model railroad layouts, Lionel, Lego and Thomas trains, and model building demonstrations. You can check out historical associations, railroad art and photos, hobby shops, manufacturers, and much more. The kids will love the Children’s Play Area, with large Thomas and Lego tables – all waiting to be enjoyed. Plus, Iron Horse Park will be back with their free ride-on trains!
Alberta Disney Fan Expo
📍 New Horizon Mall (260300 Writing Creek Cres, Balzac, AB)
📆 April 05, 2025
💰 FREE
Get ready to immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Disney at New Horizon Mall! Admission is absolutely free, so mark your calendars and bring your whole family for a day filled with excitement and joy.
Experience the magic with character meet and greets, explore unique offerings from local small businesses and merchandise resellers, consult with travel agents specializing in Disney vacations, pin trade just like in the parks and make a wish at our craft table.
Glass Tiger – This Island Earth
📍 Grey Eagle Event Centre (3775 Grey Eagle Drive, Calgary, AB)
📆 April 05, 2025
💰 $50+
Grammy-nominated and 5x Juno Award winners, Glass Tiger has released 6 studio albums and sold 3 million albums worldwide. Their 1986 debut album, The Thin Red Line, went quadruple platinum in Canada and gold in the United States. Two of their songs, “Don’t Forget Me (When I’m Gone)” and “Someday” both reached Top 10 on the Billboard Charts in the U.S. They’ve toured with artists such as Journey, Tina Turner, Rod Stewart, The Moody Blues and Cheap Trick.
Calgary Flames vs. Vegas Golden Knights
📍 Scotiabank Saddledome (555 Saddledome Rise Southeast, Calgary, AB)
📆 April 05, 2025
💰 $70+
If you’re looking for an unforgettable night out, there’s nothing like the electrifying atmosphere of a Calgary Flames game. From the roar of the crowd to the fast-paced action on the ice, every moment is packed with excitement. Whether you're a die-hard hockey fan or just looking for a fun outing with friends or family, the Scotiabank Saddledome is the place to be. Grab your jersey, cheer on your favorite players, and experience the passion of Flames hockey firsthand. Don’t miss your chance to be part of the action—get your tickets now!
BLUEBEARD’S CASTLE & GIANNI SCHICCHI
📍 Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium (1415 14 avenue NW, Calgary, AB)
📆 April 05 - 11, 2025
💰 $40+
Calgary Opera’s spring double bill is packed with secrets, lies, and consequences. Bluebeard’s Castle delves into the mysteries of the human psyche, while Gianni Schicchi combines comedy with the opera world’s most famous aria “O mio babbino caro.”
Sensory-Friendly Movie At Landmark Cinema
📍 Landmark Cinemas
📆 April 05, 2025
💰 $10+
At select Landmark Cinemas, you can see the latest films for all ages in a sensory-friendly environment. The lights will be up a bit and the sound will be down and it will be a relaxed environment where you can enjoy a great movie. This event usually happens on the first Saturday of every month, but check closely, because days do vary.
April 5, 2025: Disney’s Snow White
Week of April 07 - 13, 2025
Week of April 14 - 20, 2025
Week of April 21 - 27, 2025
April in Calgary is bursting with excitement, offering something for all ages to enjoy. From lively spring markets to festive Easter celebrations and thrilling expos, it’s the perfect time to embrace the season’s fresh energy. Whether you’re exploring unique finds, attending fun family events, or diving into new adventures, there’s no shortage of ways to make unforgettable memories this month!
Be sure to check back with us at WanderinginYYC for updates on all the best events, and don’t forget to share your favourite April adventures with us.
