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Calgary Events: Feb. 26-March 4
Krista Sylvester
February 26, 2025
Dear readers, and just like that it's March and spring is on the horizon! We love the warmer season and can't wait to see what events March has on the slate. P.S. It's your last week to walk with the penguins so get out to the zoo before it's too late! Oh, and you just have a couple more days to taste the hot chocolate concoctions of the YYC Hot Chocolate Fest!
Editor’s note: We do our best to provide the most updated information but we encourage you to check ahead of time in case there have been changes to the event details.
A look at the next few weeks
🩰 The Wizard of Oz Ballet: This whimsical Alberta Ballet production will capture the magic of the Wizard of Oz on stage. March 13-15 at the Jubilee.
🎤 TINA–The Tina Turner Musical: Broadway Across Canada’s next production brings the legend that is Tina back to life on stage in this celebration of triumph over adversity. March 18-23 at the Jubilee.
🏖️ The Beach Boys Endless Summer Gold Tour: catch the Beach Boys as they bring their tour to Calgary with all of their biggest hits and catchy songs. March 24 at the Winsport Event Centre.
💥 Calgary Comics and Entertainment Expo: If you're into comics, sci-fi, horror, anime, gaming, or cosplay, you’ll enjoy this four-day expo with guests including Marisa Tomei, Alicia Silverstone, and more. April 24-27 at Stampede Park.
Happening this week and weekend
Now until March 16 | Martha Cohen Theatre | Various times | Various prices
“King” LeBron James’ reign in Cleveland brought promise, prosperity and renewal to a city in desperate need of all three. It also brought together two unlikely friends in a bond forged by fandom. Told over a span of 12 years (from LeBron’s rookie season to an NBA Championship) King James is an intimate exploration of the place that sports occupy in our lives.
Thursday-Sunday | BMO Centre | 12-8pm/10am-8pm | $16 at door, save $2 online, free for $12 and under
Catch expert advice and inspiration from Home Network's Bryan Baeumler and other local talent as they share insider tips for home improvement. Plus, top chefs will serve up live demos and culinary techniques to take your kitchen game to the next level. From design to delicious meals, you’ll find everything you need to create your ultimate home oasis.
Monday | Grey Eagle Event Centre | Fan zone 11:30am-2:30pm, awards at 7:30pm | Fan zone $50 and up
The 14th annual Canadian Country Music Alberta Awards are back with Gord Banford, Devin Cooper, Foxx Worthee, and more performing, among many others. Enjoy the best of Alberta’s country music.
2025 Canadian Men’s Open | Wednesday to Friday | Bow Valley Athletic Club | 5-7pm | $12
The 2025 Canadian Men’s Open is set to bring world-class squash back to the city with top-tier talent so cheer on the action this week.
Women in Supply Chain: Collaborate, Connect & Create Change | Wednesday | Avison Young | 5-7pm | $12
This networking event aims to bring women within the supply chain industry together to share experiences, support one another, and make new connections in a space that is designed for collaboration.
Essential Oil Foundations | Wednesday | 8445 Broadcast Ave. SW | 5-7pm | Free
Join expert guides Kelly and Stacy for an informative session where attendees will learn about the benefits of incorporating essential oils into daily routines along with samples and opportunities to network and connect with others.
Very Fine Things: A High Culture Tasting Event | Wednesday | Cold Garden | 7-9pm | $64
Experience a one-of-a-kind tasting event with Calgary’s finest cheese and charcuterie caterer, Brie & Banquet, featuring a delightful array of cheese, beer, and charcuterie accompaniments that pair perfectly together to dazzle the pallet in unexpected ways.
The Oratory Live Talk Show | Saturday | Contemporary Calgary | 7-10pm | $26
An evening of connection, creative expression, and healing through art, play, and storytelling with The Oratory where attendees can experience live music and performances followed by a conversation with TEDx speaker and professor, Dr. Gabrielle Weasel Head. For each person in attendance, a meal will be donated to the Walker Foundation’s “Feed the Streets” program.
Pumphouse Theatre presents Boom Baby | Friday-March 8 | Pumphouse Theatre | Various Times | $15-$60
This play written by Natalie Meisner highlights the story of a young Nova Scotian woman who strives to work in the oilpatch and faces surprises along the way in a show that is both thought-provoking and humorous.
Strum Theatre Fundraising Show | Friday | West Village Theatre | 7-9:30pm | $39
Talented Ukrainian performers from Strum UA Theatre perform "In the heart, I hold what never fades" which features singing, dancing and live music by local artists while raising funds to support the Ukrainian Armed Forces and vulnerable communities in the Kharkiv region.
Little Modern Market | Saturday | FAC Deerfoot Campus | 9am-3pm | Free with donation
The first 50 shoppers through the door get a free tote bag at this market featuring local vendors, food, prizes, a play area for kids, live music, and more!
Bottlescrew Bill's 30th Annual Beerfest | Saturday | Bottlescrew Bill’s | 2-5pm | $50
The festival of beer allows customers to taste roughly 30 different breweries offering more than 80 different beers while eating delicious food and tickets include 15 sample tickets with extras being available for purchase, all for a good cause where proceeds go towards supporting the Mustard Seed Street Ministry.
Calgary Hitmen vs. Kelowna Rockets | Sunday | 2pm | Scotiabank Saddledome | Various prices
Catch a family-friendly Sunday afternoon hockey game as the Hitmen host the Rockets and enjoy some good eats and drinks while you’re at it.
Contemporary Kids: Framing New Perspectives | Sunday | Contemporary Calgary | 1pm and 3pm | Free with Registration
Designed for children aged 5-12, this Contemporary Kids program supported by TD aims to provide curious young minds with an opportunity to experience contemporary and modern art practices by engaging in activities related to how photographers make specific choices to frame an image in a certain way and capture the best of each moment.
Paint Nite: Inukshuk Mountains | Sunday | WXYZ Bar inside the Aloft Calgary Lounge | 6pm | $45
This paint and sip event is designed for teens and adults alike where participants will be guided through painting a gorgeous scenery featuring an Inukshuk and mountains to take home, while enjoying delicious food and delightful drinks.
Queer Calgary: Networking and Crafts | Monday | Bell’s Cafe | 7-9pm | By donation
Join Queer Calgary for a fun evening of art and creativity where attendees can enjoy handcrafted beverages while making new connections and getting crafty.
Paint & Sip: Garden Cat | Tuesday | Brewsmith Brewing Company | 6-8pm | $50
Rock Paper Brushes invites teens and adults to a guided paint night where guests will create their own garden cat to hang on their walls while enjoying delicious snacks and a $10 credit toward Brewsmith products.
Book Launch: The Moon the Sun Forgot | Tuesday | Owl’s Nest Books | 7-8:30pm | Free with RSVP
Support and celebrate local author B.J. Wagner and hear a short reading from his debut novel followed by a Q&A and a meet and greet with the author along with a chance to win a one-of-a-kind Europa-themed scarf.
Ongoing
Freedom to Read Week | Until March 1 | Various prices | Various locations | Free
This annual event provides Canadians with opportunities to expand their knowledge through the beauty of the written word while broadening participants' understanding of intellectual freedom with the Calgary Public Library sharing a short film about a young reader's own journey.
The Penguin Walk | Until March 9 | Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo
Up to 14 penguins can participate in the daily march, including ‘Diana’, ‘Grace’, ‘Solomon’, ‘Cleopatra’, ‘Louis’, ‘Phillipe’, ‘Henri’, ‘Napoleon’, ‘George’, ‘Boudicca’, ‘Rupert’, ‘Arthur’, ‘Alfred’, and the juvenile king penguin ‘Augustus’.
The Big Bang Parody: A Musical | Until March 22 | Jubilations Dinner Theatre | Various times
Join Sheldon and the gang as they navigate the ups and downs of life, love, and the pursuit of cosmic understanding. With catchy songs, hilarious antics, and plenty of heart, this musical parody promises a laugh-out-loud experience that’s out of this world. Did we mention the three-course dinner?
Stage West’s Too Many Cooks | Until April 13 | Stage West | Various times | Various prices
After the crash, Irving Bubbalowe and his daughter Honey risked everything to open a new restaurant. But when their star singing chef, the renowned François LaPlouffe, fails to show up for the grand opening, the event is suddenly in jeopardy.
Le Petit Chef | Until May 31 | Bistro Novelle at the Dorian Hotel | $129+
This 3D culinary spectacle is an immersive dinner show as the world's smallest chefs from Spain, Italy, Japan, and France compete for the golden chef’s hat. Enjoy this immersive four-course dinner with a twist.
The Canadian Country Music Hall of Fame exhibition | Until August | National Music Centre
Treasured Alberta singer-songwriter k.d. lang is featured in the updated exhibition, along with Gilles Godard, that showcases a collection of memorabilia that reflects the remarkable careers and contributions of these two Canadian icons.
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Thanks for checking in this week. Hope you found something good to add to your calendar. Thanks for letting us be your tour guide! See you next week? Same time, same place.
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