8 great things to do in Calgary this week: May 20-24

As you're coming off a long weekend, you're probably looking for ways to stay excited about what's going on this week.

The good news is that there's a lot going on in town, from theme park openings to dinner theater.

Whether you're looking for something to fill your day or a fun after-work activity, these 10 Calgary events are worth adding to your calendar.

Visit Heritage Park

What: Heritage Park is back open for the season! Get ready to learn all the local history and hop aboard the SS Moyie!

When: Open daily from 10:00 to 17:00
Where: Heritage Park — 1900 Heritage Drive SW
Price: General admission is $34.95 and tickets for youth ages 3 to 15 are $22.95 and can be purchased online here .

The story of Simon and Garfunkel

What: Calling all Simon and Garfunkel fans, this spectacular concert dinner theater chronicles the journey of the iconic musical duo.

When: May 24 at 8 p.m
Where: Gray Eagle Event Center — 3777 Gray Eagle Drive
Tickets: Starting at $48.50 and fees can be purchased online here

Callaway Park

What: If you're looking for a place to get your adrenaline pumping this weekend, Callaway Park is open for the season so you can hop on the roller coasters or bumper cars.

When: Open for the season on May 18
Where: 245033 Road No. 33
Price: Admission is $51.95 for ages 3 to 49

Free dancing at Ranchman's

What: This class will help both experts and beginners get in the mood. To add to the fun, there's happy hour starting at 5pm!

When: Thursday at 9:00 p.m
Where: Ranchman's – 9615 Macleod Trail South
Tickets: FREE

Crossroads Walking Tour

What: If you want to learn more about the area where The Confluence (formerly Fort Calgary) is located, check out this one-hour walking tour! Come rain or shine, so be prepared for the weather.

When: May 22 at 2 p.m
Where: Join — 750 9th Avenue SE
Price: $10 plus fees can be purchased online here

Jubilations Dinner Theatre: A Journey into the 80s

What: Head to Jubilations Dinner Theater this weekend for a night of 80s fun. If you have young children, you can also watch the Jubilations Junior show Kung Fu Turtles.

When: From March 30 to June 1
Where: 1002 37th St. SW
Price: Tickets for adults are $75.95 and tickets for children 12 and under are $44.95 and can be purchased online here.

Downhill karting

What: Get your adrenaline pumping this week by trying downhill karting on the city's 1,800m mountain track.

When: Opening hours vary throughout the season; check them out here
Where: Winsport Canada Olympic Park — 88 Canada Olympic Road SW
Price: Tickets start at $28 for two rides and can be purchased here

Violins of Hope

What: The National Music Center has Violins of Hope, a collection of stringed instruments from before and after the Holocaust.

When: From May 3 to June 13
Where: Studio Bell — 850 4th Street SE
Price: Starts at $12.60 for NMC members and can be purchased online here