Top Events Happening in Calgary this WEEK- April 07 - 11, 2025
- Allison Fitkowski
- 1 day ago
- 11 min read
Hey Wanderers!
This week in Calgary is bursting with fun for all ages, offering a vibrant mix of events that promise to delight!
Animal lovers can head to Calgary PetFest, where furry friends take the spotlight with adorable showcases, pet-friendly vendors, and interactive activities the whole family will enjoy. If you're looking for family bargains, don't miss the Kids Fair Consignment Pop-Up, the perfect place to score amazing deals on gently used kids’ clothing, toys, and gear. Foodies can indulge in delicious flavors at Dumpling Fest, a mouthwatering celebration of everyone's favorite comfort food, featuring creative takes from local chefs.
Whether you're petting pups, treasure hunting for kid-friendly finds, or tasting your way through the city, there’s no better time to get out and enjoy everything Calgary has to offer. Make it a week to remember!
Monday, April 07, 2025
Calgary Corporate Challenge – Human Bonspiel
Where:
Olympic Plaza (222 8th Ave SE, Calgary, AB)
When:
April 07 - 11, 2025
Cost:
$0+
Details:
Compete as a team to launch yourself along the ice and slide closest to the button! No sweeping required in Calgary Corporate Challenge’s most recognizable Off-Season Event!
Human Bonspiel involves teams of 4, with each team member sliding two times. Team Registration will begin at 11:30 a.m. each day of the event, with the first slides scheduled for noon.
Participating teams will slide on the ice and try to hit the button while raising money for local charities.
How it will work:
Here’s how it works:
Teams arrive between 11:30 a.m. & 11:45 a.m. on their scheduled sliding date
All team members will be expected to have read and agreed to the waiver. Team members will have the opportunity to practice on the ice before the slides start at 12:00 p.m.
At 12:00 p.m., the scheduled tournament slides begins. Each team will be scheduled to slide twice during the preliminary rounds.
Each team member will slide once per round. The goal is to land as close to the button (centre of the rings) as possible.
Your individual score (as measured by our team of volunteers) is calculated as the total distance (in centimetres) that your inner-tube lands from the button. Effectively, the closer you land to the button, the lower your individual score is. The lower your score is, the better.
At the end of each round, individual scores from each team members’ slide will be added together and your team’s overall score will be determined.
After the two preliminary rounds are complete, the 5 teams with the lowest overall score between the two preliminary rounds will advance to Slide-Offs; a single additional round where each team member slides one more time. Again, results are determined based on your team’s cumulative distance from the button.
After Slide-Offs, top 15 Teams will advance to the Finals on Friday (Top 3 Teams from each day + 3 Wild Card Teams!)
Calgary Corporate Challenge’s Off-Season Events are open to anyone and everyone over the age of 18. Gather up your friends and family and come on out!
Calgary Wranglers vs. Ontario Reign
Where:
Scotiabank Saddledome (555 Saddledome Rise Southeast, Calgary, AB)
When:
April 07, 2025
Cost:
$35+
Details:
Hockey fans, it’s time to get loud! The Calgary Wranglers, the AHL affiliate of the Calgary Flames, are hitting the ice, and you don’t want to miss the action. These rising stars are fast, fierce, and fighting for every goal, delivering high-energy, heart-pounding hockey every single game.
From highlight-reel goals to bone-crushing hits, the Wranglers bring NHL-caliber talent with an up-close and electrifying experience you can’t get anywhere else. Whether you're a die-hard fan or just looking for a fun night out, Wranglers hockey is the perfect mix of intensity, passion, and non-stop excitement!
Sammy Ray Benty
Where:
The Comedy Cave (1020 8 Avenue Southwest Calgary, AB)
When:
April 07 - 12, 2025
Cost:
$17
Details:
Sammy Ray Benty has been an audience favourite for years in the Calgary comedy scene and across the country. His unique comedic style blends sharp writing with zany energy and yes, even music and original (hilarious) songs. He was the winner of Calgary's Funniest 2022 and appeared on Canada's Got Talent last year. Equipped with his Omnichord, Sammy truly puts on a show like no other!
Tuesday, April 08, 2025
Wednesday, April 09, 2025
Thursday, April 10, 2025
Friday, April 11, 2025
Be sure to tag @WanderingInYYC / #WanderingInYYC in your stories and posts—we love following along with your adventures around the city and seeing how you make the most of April 7th - 11th.
Have a blast, and happy wandering!
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