Things To Do in CALGARY THIS WEEK May 1 - 7

Celebrate Cinco De Mayo

• Native Tongues: (May 2-5) Enjoy a variety of specials including $5 drinks, reverse happy hour, MexCal nights, and more.

• Century Downs: Cinco De Derby 2025 (May 3) Get ready for a day packed with excitement, speed, and fun at our famous fiesta! The action kicks off at 12:45 PM with Standardbred racing, where you’ll feel the thrill of powerful horses and skilled drivers competing for glory. 

• Cinco de Mayo Festival at Willow Park Wine & Spirits (May 2) Join us for our annual Cinco de Mayo festival and raise a glass to tradition! Taste smooth tequila, smoky mezcal, and refreshing Mexican beers, perfectly paired with fiesta-flavoured bites and snacks prepared by our kitchen team.

• Tequila Masterclass: Mexico's Liquid Gold (May 3) Embark on an unforgettable journey through Mexico’s liquid gold with our Tequila Tasting Masterclass. Explore the rich history, intricate flavours, and artisanal craftsmanship that elevate tequila into a revered spirit and a true art form.  

• Cinco de Mayo celebration at Banff Sunshine (May 5) On May 5th, 2025, get ready to spice up your Cinco de Mayo celebration at Banff Sunshine! Dive into a world of vibrant flavours with our special Cinco de Mayo features that will make your taste buds dance with joy! 

Things to Do This Week

• Fascinasian Film Festival (May 1 - 4) Join us at any of our THREE festivals during May, as we celebrate Asian Heritage Month with the best features and short films by Asian creators.

• Reset Calgary Book Sale (May 1 - 4) The Calgary Book Sale is back for its 21st year, and we will be having TWO Book Sale Weekends! Come and shop our selection of 100,000+ books (and our special books section).

• Alberta Ballet - Don Quixote (May 1 - 3) Alberta Ballet dancers perform the rollicking, high-spirited world premiere of Francesco Ventriglia's freshly reimagined Don Quixote.

• Canadian Administrative Professionals Summit (CAPS) 2025 (May 1) Engage | Empower | Elevate. 

• La Pizza Week kicks off (May 1 - 10) Boost your visibility, attract curious customers, and join in a unique celebration of pizza! 

• 3RD ANNUAL POWERFUL YOU! LUNCHEON (May 1) Making Changes Association is welcoming Calgary business leaders and community members as they come together for an extravagant luncheon with fellow female leaders for a candid conversation. Funds raised will directly impact the 3,000+ women and teen girls.

• Prince Edward Island Kitchen Party at Rodneys (May 1) Join us for an unforgettable evening of Maritime hospitality, featuring live entertainment, an oyster bar, and incredible appetizers—including Rodney's famous lobster rolls! 

• Budget or Baller (May 1) In this unique event, we’ll present 6 wines, both budget-friendly and high-end, without revealing their price tags, allowing you to put your wine tasting skills to the test! We'll delve into the tasting process, discussing the key characteristics that define a great wine, regardless of its price. 

• Tequila & Taquitos At Willow Park Wine and Spirits (May 1) ¡Salud! We invite you to awaken your senses and discover Mexico’s captivating and iconic spirit alongside mouth-watering taquitos. Sample six distinct agave-based varieties, from smooth blanco to rich reposado and aged añejos. Deepen your appreciation for this unique spirit's complex history and vibrant taste.

• Sargeant X Comrade Western Canada Tour (May 1) Catch us in our hometown of Calgary on our Canadian tour, as we prepare for the release of Power Vol this June.

• 63rd CRLC Rock & Mineral Show (May 2 - 4) Approx. 50 unique vendors. One of the Largest Shows in Western Canada!  

• Ujamaa Grandmas 2025 Fabric and Yarn Sale (May 2) 2025 Fabric and Yarn Sale. May 2, 3 and 4 at the Garrison Curling Club! Tickets required Friday only; drop in Saturday and Sunday. 

• Calgary International BeerFest (May 2 - 3) Beer lovers rejoice!

• Anne Roumanoff Live in Calgary! (May 2) Don’t miss this exclusive Calgary performance, where Anne Roumanoff will deliver her hilarious take on life’s absurdities. Whether you’re a long-time fan or discovering her for the first time, this show is not to be missed! 

• APA's Teapot Show 2025 (May 2) Come see a beautiful collection of ceramic teapots and other ceramic goods for sale made by Albertan artists.

• Cypress Hill: O Canadabis 2025 Canadian Tour (May 2) Three decades ago, B-Real, Sen Dog, and DJ Muggs sparked a trip that left popular culture stoned, stunned, and staggering in anticipation for more. 

• Live Nation Presents UpDating (May 2) UPDATING is the critically-acclaimed New York City-based live dating & comedy show bringing two singles on blindfolded first dates in front of live audiences. Dubbed “the most raw dating show in existence,” what follows is a hilarious show with audience participation, raw moments, and relatable feedback on modern romance in real-time with real people.

• Trail Running Film Festival (Global Tour) (May 2) The Trail Running Film Festival at Cardel Theatre. Come and help us celebrate our incredible sport as we explore individual and collective potential. The festival will also include prizes and giveaways to add to our celebration!

• Yo-Yo Ma in Concert at Jack Singer Hall (May 2). It’s a special thrill when Yo-Yo Ma appears with your Calgary Phil! Don’t miss your chance to see the distinguished cellist perform one of the cherished works of the repertoire, interpreted with his inimitable flair, dignity, and eloquence.

• Lucette at Festival Hall (May 2), Calgary Folk Music Festival presents Lucette with Brock Geiger, powered by ATB. 

• Fat Fashion Show at The Delta (May 3) Join us for a groundbreaking celebration of fashion, creativity, and community at the First Ever Fat Fashion Fair, a Fashion Show, Convention and Market!

• One Night With The King (May 3) Experience the ultimate tribute to the King of Rock and Roll with One Night With The King—a show that captures the greatest musical eras of Elvis Presley’s iconic career. 

• The Fab Four at Grey Eagle (May 3) If you want to experience the best Beatles tribute ever, you won’t want to miss The Fab Four – The Ultimate Tribute. 

• The Rolling Stones: Sticky Fingers (May 3) Are you new to Classic Albums Live? Each show starts with a pitch-perfect recreation of the album from start to finish, note for note, cut for cut.

• DRIVEN Calgary (May 3) We’re bringing Canadian car culture to your city on May 3rd at the iconic Olympic Oval! The eBay Motors DRIVEN Aftermarket Car Show is hitting the road for a Coast-to-Coast Tour, and we want YOU to be part of it! 

• Puppet Pop Up - Harry Potter Owl Day Puppets (May 3) Silk scarves and pool noodles, along with feathers and other natural owlish object,s make a convincing owl. Maybe you'll even be able to do a fly-by and parade with WP Puppet Theatre’s favourite 5-foot-long owl puppet.  

• Think Pink! (May 3) Join us as we explore 3 different styles of rosé, from light and crisp to rich and complex, all while discovering what makes this wine so beloved worldwide. Whether you’re a rosé aficionado or new to the wine, this tasting will deepen your appreciation for this refreshing, crowd-pleasing style! 

• BED BY 10 PM At Common Wealth (May 3) Fancy going out for a dance but not keen on sacrificing the next day? We've got you covered! Bed By 10 is a chance for ravers over 30 to relive the peak of the 80s, 90s & early 2000s clubbing scene! 

• Exceed Muay Thai Smoker (May 3) Watch and support these up-and-coming athletes as they test themselves with other local athletes fighting for the spotlight. 

• Julie Nolke's 'Dying on the Outside' At The GRAND (May 3) Known for her hugely successful sketch comedy channel on YouTube, Julie Nolke takes to the stage in a one-hour, one-woman sketch comedy performance directed by Gwynne Phillips.

• Josh Johnson: The Flowers Tour (May 3) As a stand-up, Johnson headlines theatres, clubs, colleges, and festivals around the world. He is also a prolific writer and performer who puts out weekly stand-up sets on his YouTube channel.

• André-Philippe Gagnon: Greatest Hits Show (May 4) The number one singing impressionist in the world is coming to Calgary and bringing all of his legendary voices with him. 

• BLUE MILK A Star Wars Cabaret (May 4) Glitterverse Productions and The Cabaret Company have partnered to bring you an epic tale from across the galaxy…

• Calgary Youth Orchestra (May 4) 50th Anniversary Concert: Shostakovich and Vincent Ho. 

• Spring Pottery Sale (May 4) Join us for Calgary’s largest spring pottery market, featuring a talented lineup of local artists! Every piece is 100% Canadian-made, crafted with care, and totally one of a kind—from beautiful mugs and bowls to stunning and decorative art, there’s something for everyone.

• Hillhurst Flea & Antique Markets (May 4) The Flea Market has over 100 vendors, featuring crafts, furniture, antiques, books, household items, and more!

• Calgary Star Wars Trivia at Brewsters Crowfoot (May 4) Tremendous Trivia is proud to present an afternoon of Trivia dedicated to the Classic Star Wars films - Including the Original Trilogy, The Prequels and Rogue One!

• Afrobeats Till You Drop Ft Dope Caesar (May 4) Join us for an unforgettable evening of pure vibes, bass-heavy beats, and nonstop energy as Dope Caesar takes over the turntables, delivering the hottest Afrobeats, Amapiano, hip-hop, and global anthems.

• Maya: The Revelation (May 4) A captivating dance production that explores themes of deception, redemption, and environmentalism through a mesmerizing blend of movement and storytelling.

• Gerry Dee: Funny You Should Say That (May 5) Gerry Dee is famously known for his creation of the hit sitcom “Mr. D” and his current roles as the host of “Family Feud Canada” and on Fox’s hit comedy sitcom “Animal Control”. The “Funny You Should Say That” tour will make 13 stops in cities he did not travel to in 2024, including Calgary, Edmonton, London, Montreal, Halifax, and more. 

• Queer Arts & Crafts At Bells Cafe (May 5) Welcome to Queer Arts & Crafts! Where we help foster a fun evening of arts and crafts for folks of all ages and is the perfect way to meet new friends and build lasting connections within the Queer Calgary community!

• Niko Moon At The Palace Theatre (May 6) Niko Moon is an American country pop singer and songwriter formerly signed to RCA Nashville. He has written songs for Dierks Bentley, Zac Brown Band, Rascal Flatts, and Morgan Wallen. He was also a member of the group Sir Rosevelt with Zac Brown and Ben Simonetti. 

• An Evening with David Sedaris (May 6) An Evening with David Sedaris, author of the previous bestsellers Calypso, Naked, Me Talk Pretty One Day, Dress Your Family in Corduroy and Denim, and regular National Public Radio contributor, will be live on stage for one night only.

• Gnocchi Masterclass at Lina's (May 6) Learn the secrets of making light and fluffy Ricotta Gnocchi in this interactive class.  

• Machine Head & In Flames with Special Guests Lacuna Coil & Unearth (May 7) Undisputed masters of murderous riffs, pugnacious grooves and ferocious hooks since 1991, Machine Head are long established as one of the most influential and incendiary bands in metal. 

• Mountains on Stage Film Festival (May 7) This film festival brings the mountains into the cities of 23 Countries!

• Skin Deep Expo & Career Fair (May 7) Skin Deep Expo & Career Fair is the ultimate event for beauty professionals, skincare experts, and aspiring artists looking to explore the world of aesthetics and body modification. Whether you're looking to advance your career, discover the latest beauty trends, or explore artistic self-expression, Skin Deep is your gateway to opportunity and inspiration. 

• Mother's Day DIY workshop - Lovingly Tea Cup! (May 7) Join this heartwarming gathering and immerse yourself in the art of flower design as we create exquisite arrangements in charming porcelain tea cups. It's not just a workshop; it's an opportunity to craft a special present for your mom or enjoy a 'DIY with your mom' experience. 

• High Tea Cocktails At Willow Park Wine and Spirits (May 7) Each drink is carefully crafted to evoke the delicate notes of botanicals, herbs, fresh fruit, and other magical flavours. With six delightfully fresh cocktails, there’s no better way to treat Mom or delight a friend than with this delectable tasting!

• Pappardelle Class at Lina's (May 7) Discover the joy of making pasta from scratch in our Pappardelle Class. 

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