These great events have already taken place.
Alberta Ballet’s Cinderella
Alberta Ballet presents Cinderella, the most successful production in Alberta Ballet’s 54-year history. The fairytale classic follows the heroine as she makes her dreams come true with perseverance of an optimistic spirit and a special pair of shoes.
Where: Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium
When: April 28 – May 7
Nifty Fifty’s Ford Club – Spring Thaw Car Show
Join the Nifty Fifty’s Ford Club for the Spring Thaw Car Show at Heritage Park, a grand display of hot rods, classics, custom builds, muscle cars, and antiques with an estimated 400 vehicles set to attend. Admission is free with regular parking fees in effect.
Where: Heritage Park
When: May 1
Mother Mother – The Inside Tour
Vancouver indie rock band Mother Mother performs hits from their new album Inside for two shows at the Jack Singer Concert Hall. Mother Mother Meet & Greet packages are available.
Where: Jack Singer Concert Hall
When: May 3-4
May the Fourth Be With Zoo
Support wildlife conservation across the galaxy and solve the mystery to save endangered species with the inaugural May the Fourth Be With Zoo, a galactic mystery event at the Calgary Zoo.
Where: Calgary Zoo
When: May 4
KALEO – Fight or Flight Tour
Icelandic rock band KALEO performs at the Grey Eagle Resort & Casino in support of their latest album Surface Sounds, including the hit singles “I Want More” and “Break My Baby”.
Where: Grey Eagle Resort & Casino
When: May 5
FREE First Thursdays
FREE First Thursdays are back at Contemporary Calgary with a late-night gallery experience, featuring music by HOT SAUCE BOOGIE and drinks by Sugar Water Bar.
Where: Contemporary Calgary
When: May 5
Authentically Indigenous Craft Market
Support Indigenous artists from Calgary and the Treaty areas 7, 6, and 8 at the Authentically Indigenous Craft Market, with raffles, door prizes, and a free surprise for mom.
Where: Kerby Centre Gym
When: May 6-7
Calgary International Beerfest
The Calgary International Beerfest is the Canada’s largest beer festival, with over 700 beers from over 200 breweries. Sample delicious food and drinks, explore the emerging craft spirit industry in the Distillery District, and enjoy live entertainment.
Where: BMO Centre
When: May 6-7
Best of Billy Joel + Elton John
The Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra presents a double header of era-defining music with the Best of Billy Joel + Elton John.
Where: Jack Singer Concert Hall
When: May 6-7
James Taylor & His All-Star Band
James Taylor & His All-Star Band perform at the Scotiabank Saddledome with special guest Jackson Browne, for a night of legendary classic rock.
Where: Scotiabank Saddledome
When: May 7
Mother’s Day Events in Calgary
Celebrate mom with these with these family friendly activities and events happening this May in Calgary.
Mother's Day Market at The Saskatoon Farm - May 7-8
Mother's Day Flower Bar Pop-Up at Deerfoot City - May 7-8
Mother’s Day Brunch with Tom Jackson at the King Eddy – May 8
Mother’s Day Brunch at the Calgary Zoo – May 8
Mother's Day Brunch and Fashion Show at Vin Room Mission - May 8
Mother's Day Brunch and Fashion Show at Vin Room West - May 8
Mother's Day Brunch at The Links of GlenEagles - May 8
Mother's Day Brunch at Blue Golf Club - May 8
Mother's Day at The Hangar Flight Museum - May 8
Donovan Woods
The Calgary Folk Music Festival presents Donovan Woods, the Juno award-winning country and folk musician from Toronto at the Jack Singer Concert Hall, with special guest Cassidy Mann.
Where: Jack Singer Concert Hall
When: May 9
Family of Jazz
Decidedly Jazz Danceworks welcomes you back to their theatre for Family of Jazz, a joyful new piece featuring the DJD dancers, live music and new choreographed works.
Where: Decidedly Jazz Danceworks
When: April 28 – May 15
Day Out With Thomas
Day Out With Thomas is a full day of fun as Thomas the Tank Engine rolls into town for big dreams and bigger smiles at Heritage Park. Climb aboard Thomas for an interactive train ride, explore the Play Pod, and say hello to Sir Topham Hatt.
Where: Heritage Park
When: May 7-8 & 14-15
John Cleese – An Evening of Exceptional Silliness
Join the “One and Only” John Cleese for An Evening of Exceptional Silliness as he takes a look at the world we live in and shares hilarious moments from his life.
Where: Jack Singer Concert Hall
When: May 10
Chris Stapleton
Country music superstar Chris Stapleton performs at the Scotiabank Saddledome with special guest Elle King. Stapleton is a Grammy, Country Music Association, and Academy of Country Music award-winner and one of country’s most respected and beloved musicians.
Where: Scotiabank Saddledome
When: May 12
Market Collective
Market Collective returns with a special Spring MC event, featuring live music, workshops, ,galleries, food, drinks, the MC Skatepark, and over 160 local vendors.
Where: BMO Centre
When: May 13-15
FascinAsian Film Festival
The FascinAsian Film Festival celebrates Asian Heritage Month with Asian-Canadian filmmakers, live entertainment, and panel discussions. Get a festival pass festival pass for $40.00 or single film tickets for $10.00.
Where: Central Library
When: May 13-15
Stars on Ice
Stars on Ice returns to the Scotiabank Saddledome featuring Piper Giles and Paul Poirier, the reigning Canadian Dance Champions and eight-time Canadian National Medalists.
Where: Scotiabank Saddledome
When: May 14
Alberta Biodiversity Festival
Get wild with Bow Habitat Station and the Calgary Zoo at the Alberta Biodiversity Festival. Celebrate Alberta's diverse species with indoor and outdoor games, activities, and more!
Where: Bow Habitat Station
When: May 14
