13 great things to do in Calgary this weekend: May 24-26

We've all heard the old adage: April showers bring May flowers, but this year it seems like it's all rain this month.

It doesn't look like it's slowing down anytime soon, but there's still some great stuff happening in Calgary this weekend!

Whether you're looking for a fun activity for kids or something for all ages, there are plenty of options to choose from.

Rain or shine, there are 13 great events to add to your calendar this weekend!

Airdrie Children's Festival

What: Airdrie's annual Children's Festival is in full swing again this weekend and there's plenty for kids to enjoy, and it's FREE! Various locations across the city are taking part and visitors can expect “a Children's Village playground, children's entertainment and inspiration stations to inspire children in learning activities to unlock future career opportunities”. event list.

When: May 25-26 from 10:00 to 16:00
Where: Various locations around Airdrie, see map here
Price: FREE

See “candle ice” in Banff

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During these warm temperatures, there is a remarkable phenomenon that takes over lakes in the Rocky Mountains. You can check out candle ice for yourself this weekend (perhaps during a great hike?)

The story of Simon and Garfunkel

What: Calling all Simon and Garfunkel fans! This spectacular concert-style dinner theater chronicles the journey of a famous musical duo.

When: May 24 at 8 p.m
Where: Gray Eagle Event Center — 3777 Gray Eagle Drive
Tickets: Starting at $61 and commissions can be purchased online here

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 .

Check out an interesting shop in a nearby town

If you want to get out of the city and are looking for a cute gift for a loved one (including yourself), there are great shops around town with an eclectic mix of local and international goods. We've rounded up five of our favorites here.

Calgary Baby and Tot Show

What: This Baby and Tot Show features local and national exhibitors showcasing the latest in services, products, clothing and toys. It's “the ultimate parenting event, held in the spring and designed to bring together everything parents-to-be, new parents and young families need under one roof.”

When: May 25 from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and May 26 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: Spray Lake Sawmills Center — SLS Center, 800 Griffin Road, Cochrane
Price: General admission is $10 and children 12 and under are admitted FREE. Tickets can be purchased in cash at the door

Confluence Open House

What: To celebrate The Confluence's new name, they're hosting a grand opening event that's free to the public! The center will have “drummers and dancers, Indigenous-led talks, walking tours, gardening events, children's crafts and activities, and even a petting zoo!” promises.

When: May 25 from 14:00 to 11:00 to 15:00
Where: Join — 750 9th Avenue SE
Price: FREE

The world of living dinosaurs

What: Giant, life-like dinosaur puppets will take over the Jack Singer Hall stage this weekend. There will be several different dinosaurs like T-Rex and Triceratops and even lesser known but amazing dinosaurs.

When: May 25 at 2 p.m
Where: Jack Singer Concert Hall, Arts Commons — 205 8th Avenue SE
Price: $39 to $59 and 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

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 .

Violins of Hope

What: The National Music Center has Violins of Hope, a collection of stringed instruments from before and during 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

National rock at the National Music Center

What: Rock the Nation covers over half a century of Canadian music. According to the website, it contains “songs that have inspired, moved, comforted and challenged a nation from the 50s to today. It's a soundtrack for generations and a musical reflection of the country's evolution; a nation intent on creating its own unique identity in a rapidly changing world.” The National Music Center has extended this exhibition until August 25.

When: It lasts until August 25
Where: Studio Bell — 850 4th Street SE
Price: Starts at $12.60 for NMC members and can be purchased online here

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