{"id":614598,"date":"2026-04-19T14:30:11","date_gmt":"2026-04-19T14:30:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/614598\/"},"modified":"2026-04-19T14:30:11","modified_gmt":"2026-04-19T14:30:11","slug":"10-awesome-things-to-do-in-calgary-this-week-april-20-to-24-daily-hive","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/614598\/","title":{"rendered":"10 awesome things to do in Calgary this week: April 20 to 24 | Daily Hive"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Another week in April means another week full of things to do in Calgary. From parades to concerts, there are tons of things to check out.<\/p>\n<p>Whether you\u2019re looking for a high-energy night out or a chill activity, we\u2019ve got you covered. Here are 10 awesome things to do in Calgary this week.<\/p>\n<p><img alt=\"\" title=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1365\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"size-full wp-image-2252392\" style=\"color:transparent\"   src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/1776609009_304_MixCollage-13-Mar-2026-02-48-PM-1626.jpg\"\/><\/p>\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-2252392\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The GRAND\/Facebook<\/p>\n<p>What: The Grand is having another movie night, and this week it\u2019s screening Cheech and Chong\u2019s Up In Smoke. \u201cThe legendary comedy duo Cheech Marin and Tommy Chong hit the road in a van full of bad ideas, questionable decisions, and accidental adventures.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>When: Monday, April 20, 2026; 7 p.m.<br \/>Where: The Grand \u2013 608 1st St. SW<br \/>Cost: $15<\/p>\n<p>What: The Calgary Underground Film Festival (CUFF) is Western Canada\u2019s biggest genre film festival, and it\u2019s back for the 23rd year. The 11-day festival includes premieres, special events, parties, and a ton of films.<\/p>\n<p>When: April 16 to 26, 2026<br \/>Where: Globe Cinema \u2013 617 8th Ave. SW<br \/>Cost: Prices vary<\/p>\n<p>What: Canadian jazz pianist Diana Krall is coming to the Jack Singer Concert Hall this Tuesday for an awesome night of music.<\/p>\n<p>When:\u00a0Tuesday, April 21, 2026; 7 p.m.<br \/>Where:\u00a0Jack Singer Concert Hall \u2013 225 8th Ave. SE<br \/>Cost: Prices vary on seat<\/p>\n<p><img alt=\"\" title=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1365\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"size-full wp-image-2182078\" style=\"color:transparent\"   src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/1776609009_834_Shutterstock_1402967843.jpg\"\/><\/p>\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-2182078\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Jeff Whyte\/Shutterstock<\/p>\n<p>What: Grab your crafting supplies and join The Confluence this Wednesday for a screening of The Grand Budapest Hotel. Your ticket includes a small bag of popcorn, the movie screening, and after-hours admission to The Confluence Cultural Centre.<\/p>\n<p>When: Wednesday, April 22, 2026; 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.<br \/>Where:\u00a0The Confluence Historic Site and Parkland \u2013\u00a0750 9th Ave. SE<br \/>Cost:\u00a0$12<\/p>\n<p><img alt=\"week things to do calgary\" title=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1365\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"wp-image-2254174 size-full\" style=\"color:transparent\"   src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/1776609010_598_MixCollage-19-Mar-2026-02-58-PM-1250.jpg\"\/><\/p>\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-2254174\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Heritage Park\/Facebook<\/p>\n<p>What:\u00a0Heritage Park\u2019s ghost tours are back! Explore the park in the dark and uncover the ghostly tales it\u2019s hiding. Guided by a storyteller, you\u2019ll learn about the past and true ghost stories within the park.<\/p>\n<p>When: Wednesday, April 22, 2026; 7:30 p.m.<br \/>Where:\u00a0Heritage Park \u2013 1900 Heritage Dr. SW<br \/>Cost:\u00a0$24.95<\/p>\n<p>What: If you\u2019re looking for a great spring hangout, head over to Blue Grass Garden Centre. You\u2019ll find warm air, fresh blooms, music, drinks and a space full of energy.<\/p>\n<p>When: Thursday, April 23, 2026; 5 to 8 p.m.<br \/>Where: Blue Grass Garden Centre \u2013 260130B Writing Creek Cres.<br \/>Cost: Suggested donation of $5 per person<\/p>\n<p><img alt=\"week things to do calgary\" title=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1365\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"wp-image-2235916 size-full\" style=\"color:transparent\"   src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/MixCollage-21-Jan-2026-02-48-PM-7389.jpg\"\/><\/p>\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-2235916\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra\/Facebook<\/p>\n<p>What: Tenille Townes is joining the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra for two amazing performances this April.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>When: Thursday, April 23, 2026; 7:30 p.m.<br \/>Where: April 23: Bella Concert Hall \u2014 4825 Mt. Royal Gate SW;<br \/>April 25: Jack Singer Concert Hall \u2013 Jack Singer Concert Hall \u2014 205 8th Ave. SE<br \/>Cost: Starting at $100<\/p>\n<p><img alt=\"East Village Calgary\" title=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1365\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"wp-image-2193656 size-full\" style=\"color:transparent\"   src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/1776609011_474_Shutterstock_1728536179-1.jpg\"\/><\/p>\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-2193656\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Jeff Whyte\/Shutterstock<\/p>\n<p>What:\u00a0The 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<p>When: Friday, April 24, 2026; 7 p.m.<br \/>Where:\u00a0The Confluence Historic Site and Parkland \u2013 750 9th Ave. SE<br \/>Cost:\u00a0$35<\/p>\n<p>What: Canadian rock band The Sheepdogs is coming right to the Grey Eagle Events Centre this Friday! Join them for an awesome night of live music.<\/p>\n<p>When:\u00a0Friday, April 24, 2026; 8 p.m.<br \/>Where: Grey Eagle Events Centre \u2013 3775 Grey Eagle Dr.<br \/>Cost: Starting at $62.20<\/p>\n<p>What: Watch as thousands of incredible cosplayers take to the street for the Calgary Expo\u2019s Parade of Wonders. It kicks off at Central Memorial Park before heading south down 2nd Street SW and finally turning down 17th Avenue SW towards the BMO Centre to kick off the Expo.<\/p>\n<p>When: Friday, April 24, 2026; 10:30 a.m.<br \/>Where: 2nd Street SW and 17th Avenue SW<br \/>Cost: Free<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Another week in April means another week full of things to do in Calgary. 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