{"id":608127,"date":"2026-04-16T14:20:13","date_gmt":"2026-04-16T14:20:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/608127\/"},"modified":"2026-04-16T14:20:13","modified_gmt":"2026-04-16T14:20:13","slug":"12-wonderful-things-to-do-in-calgary-this-weekend-april-17-to-19-daily-hive","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/608127\/","title":{"rendered":"12 wonderful things to do in Calgary this weekend: April 17 to 19 | Daily Hive"},"content":{"rendered":"

We\u2019re officially halfway through April, and there is no shortage of things to do in Calgary this weekend. From craft clubs and movie nights to lacrosse games and amazing events, there is something for everyone to check out.<\/p>\n

So whether you\u2019re looking for a chill activity or an electric outing, we\u2019ve got you covered. Here are 12 wonderful things to do in Calgary this weekend.<\/p>\n

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What: Join The Grand this Friday for a movie night, with a screening of E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial. \u201cWhen Elliott, a lonely suburban boy, discovers a stranded alien hiding in his backyard shed, an extraordinary bond begins.\u201d<\/p>\n

When:\u00a0Friday, April 17, 2026; 7 p.m.
Where:\u00a0The Grand \u2013 608 1st St. SW
Cost:\u00a0$15<\/p>\n

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What: The Confluence is hosting a walking tour of East Village and its historic tales. \u201cDiscover the untold stories behind the city\u2019s original red light district, where brothels, bootleggers, and backroom deals once shaped the streets.\u201d<\/p>\n

When:\u00a0Friday, April 17, 2026; 7 p.m.
Where:\u00a0The Confluence Historic Site and Parkland \u2013 750 9th Ave. SE
Cost:\u00a0$35<\/p>\n

What:\u00a0The 23rd Calgary Underground Film Festival (CUFF) takes place from April 16 to 26, 2026, at Globe Cinema in downtown Calgary. CUFF is now Western Canada\u2019s biggest genre film festival, and a must-attend event on the circuit and for local film fans. The 11-day celebration of film includes premieres, special events, parties, and filmmakers. Experience the world of weird, underground, and fantastic movies. From horror and sci-fi to comedies, thrillers and documentaries, CUFF showcases the best new independent films, an annual retro all-you-can-eat cereal party, custom arcade cabinets, in-cinema DJs, and a full bar.<\/p>\n

When: April 16 to 26, 2026
Where: Globe Cinema \u2013 617 8th Ave. SW
Cost: $12 ($10 for members, students, seniors)<\/p>\n

What:\u00a0Morgan Wallen Tribute UK is coming to Calgary this Friday. You can expect classic Morgan Wallen hits like \u201cWhiskey Glasses,\u201d \u201cLast Night,\u201d \u201cYou Proof,\u201d and more.<\/p>\n

When:\u00a0Friday, April 17, 2026; 7:30 p.m.
Where:\u00a0The Arrowhead \u2013 4616 Macleod Trl. S
Cost:\u00a0$20 in advance and $25 at the door<\/p>\n

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What:\u00a0Country music star Lee Brice is bringing his Sunriser Tour right to the Grey Eagle Events Centre this Friday.<\/p>\n

When: Friday, April 17, 2026; 7:30 p.m.
Where:\u00a0Grey Eagle Events Centre \u2013 3777 Grey Eagle Dr.
Cost:\u00a0Prices vary on seat<\/p>\n

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Calgary Stampede\/Facebook<\/p>\n

What: This free, family-friendly event hosted by the Calgary Stampede gives you the chance to explore animal exhibits and discover agriculture in fun and interactive ways. It\u2019s the perfect outing for the whole family!\u00a0<\/p>\n

When: April 18 and 19, 2026; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Nutrien Western Event Centre \u2013 2050 Stampede Trail SE
Cost: Free<\/p>\n

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Calgary Roughnecks\/Facebook<\/p>\n

What: Join the Calgary Roughnecks this weekend for their Roughnecks Rodeo as they take on the Colorado Mammoth.<\/p>\n

When: Saturday, April 18, 2026
Where: Scotiabank Saddledome \u2013 555 Saddledome Rise SE
Cost: Ticket prices vary on date and seat<\/p>\n

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Western Canadian Reptile Expo\/Facebook<\/p>\n

What: Reptiles are coming to Calgary! This two-day expo has everything from reptiles, exotic plants, expert breeders, and top-tier vendors to face painting, animatronic dinosaurs, and roaming dinosaur characters throughout the venue.<\/p>\n

When: April 18 to 19, 2026
Where: Acadia Recreation Complex \u2013 240 90th Ave. SE
Cost: Starting at $15<\/p>\n

What: The Calgary Creative Arts Guild is hosting its annual show and sale this weekend. You can find work from over 30 local artists, as well as door prizes and a raffle for an original piece of art worth $300.<\/p>\n

When: Saturday, April 18, 2026; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Montgomery Community Association \u2013 5003 16th Ave. NW
Cost: Free<\/p>\n

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Butterfield Acres\/Facebook<\/p>\n

What: Spring is here, and that means Butterfield Acres\u2019 baby animals have arrived. You\u2019ll have the opportunity to snuggle with baby goats and lambs, and check out chicklets and baby pigs. You\u2019ll also find pony rides for kids, tractor-pulled wagon rides, tons of photo opportunities and more!<\/p>\n

When: April 18 and 19, 2026
Where: Butterfield Acres \u2013 254077 Rocky Ridge Rd. NW
Cost: $16.49 for kids and $19.49 for adults<\/p>\n

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What: Grab your crafting materials and head over to the Confluence this Sunday for their monthly craft club. It\u2019s a great place to connect with other crafters and work on any project you might have lying around.<\/p>\n

When: Sunday, April 19, 2026; 1 p.m.
Where: The Confluence Historic Site and Parkland \u2014 750 9th Ave. SE
Cost: $8<\/p>\n

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What: Join the Wilder Institute\/Calgary Zoo this Sunday for their Sunday Safari Brunch. Guests can enjoy fresh fruit, eggs Benedict with Canadian bacon, a Belgian waffle bar, cooked to order omletttes, and much more.<\/p>\n

When: Sunday, April 19, 2026; Seating times hourly from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Where: Wilder Institute\/Calgary Zoo \u2013 210 St. George\u2019s Dr. NE
Cost: Adults $49.95<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"We\u2019re officially halfway through April, and there is no shortage of things to do in Calgary this weekend.…\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":608128,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[194293],"tags":[49,2798,48],"class_list":["post-608127","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-calgary","tag-ca","tag-calgary","tag-canada"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/608127","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=608127"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/608127\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/608128"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=608127"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=608127"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=608127"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}