12 great things to do in Calgary this weekend: April 12-14

It's going to be a beautiful, sunny weekend in Calgary, with double-digit highs in the forecast. If you're looking for ways to enjoy the weather, there are plenty of fun things to do!

From a large toy exhibit to birding at one of the city's favorite local parks, you'll find something to look forward to. It's also the last weekend to check out the huge interactive exhibit that has Calgarians in awe.

Calgary Toy Show

What: The annual Calgary Toy Show is back and it's the biggest yet! There will be 83 tables full of collectible toys to choose from.

When: April 13, 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m
Where: Edgemont Community Center – 33 Edgevalley Circle NW
Price: Between $3 and $5; cash at the door only

Open house job fair

What: If you're looking for a new job, this major job fair at Standard General might be the perfect place to start your search!

When: April 13 from 10:00 to 14:00
Where: Standard Headquarters – 9660 Enterprise Way SE
Price: FREE, but applicants must be over 18 and able to drive

Eid al-Fitr in Winsport

What: WinSport is having a big Eid al-Adha celebration this weekend! To mark the end of the month of Ramadan, there will be traditional delicacies and bright cultural performances.

When: April 13 from 10:00 to 20:00
Where: Winsport – 151 Canada Olympic Road SW
Price: Tickets start at $36 and commissions can be purchased here

There's Hood in Heritage Park

What: Each week a different car will be on display so visitors can see the engines of some great vintage cars!

When: Now until April 25
Where: Heritage Park Historical Village 0 1900 Heritage Drive SW
Price: $8.95 for children and $15.95 for adults

DIY nail art workshop

What: If getting your nails done is expensive, this workshop will give you the tools you need to get creative on your own!

When: Many nights starting this Friday
Where: Palak Studio Ink – 12318 Barlow Trail North-East #235
Price: $35 plus fees can be purchased here

See the exhibition at the “Esker” fund

What: The Esker Foundation is one of the city's favorite public art galleries, and for good reason. It's a vibrant center for creativity, and this week you can see Juan Ortiz-Apuy's Tropicana, a visual and sensory film with a deep and meaningful message.

When: A variety of shows to check out; see the full list here
Where: Esker Foundation — 1011 9th Ave. SE
Price: FREE

Baby days in the palace

What: If you can't bring the animals, but want to get up close and personal with them, you won't want to miss the Spring Animal Festival at Butterfield Acres!

When: Weekends start from March 30
Where: Butterfield Acres – 254077 Rocky Ridge Road NW
Price: It ranges from $15.99 to $17.99 and can be purchased online

What: It's early spring, it's time for birding! You can see anything from bald eagles, merlins, common mergansers, nuthatches and woodpeckers to Canada geese! This excursion will give you a good introduction to this “wild” pastime.

What: Fort Calgary is showing two great movies this weekend in its vintage-inspired theater. Saturday, you can catch Gooniesand Space James will play on Sunday. Tickets are very reasonably priced and include popcorn!

When: April 12-14
Where: Fort Calgary — 750 9th Avenue SE
Price: $12 plus tax and can be purchased here

Chinook center mirror mirror

What: This is the last weekend to check out this interactive art exhibit taking over the old Nordstrom building in Chinook. Mirror Mirror is an experience that Moment Factory describes as “a playground of immersive art that takes you into a world that blurs the lines between reality and fantasy.” It is a delight for all the senses, being an installation that “brings together scenography, light, words, original music and interactivity to create a surreal and sensory playground of immersive art that reconnects us to our imagination.”

We checked it out ourselves and were blown away! Each individual room is a visual delight guaranteed to make the perfect photo backdrop.

When: It lasts until April 14
Where: North Court Chinook Center
Price: $22 for adults and $18 for children

What: Da Vinci fans won't want to miss this incredible exhibit at Telus Spark. The event says guests will have the opportunity to “experiment with da Vinci's advanced understanding of science, mathematics and nature through themed galleries showcasing his designs, from helicopters to visual city plans.”

When: Now until May 5
Where: Telus Spark — 220 St. George Road Northeast
Price: $26 for adults; can be purchased here