It’s the first full week of May, and Calgary is packed with things to do. From cooking classes to amazing concerts, there is something for everyone to check out.
Whether you’re looking to pick up a new skill or enjoy a night out on the town, we’ve got you covered. Here are nine amazing things to do in Calgary this week.
Natan Badalov
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What: Natam Badalov is a comedian from New York, and he’s coming to Calgary for a few nights! Catch him at the Comedy Cave for a night full of laughs.
When: May 4 to 9, 2026
Where: Comedy Cave – 1020 8th Ave. SW
Cost: Starting at $17.11
City and Colour
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What: City and Colour is coming to the Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium this Monday for a night of incredible live music.
When: Monday, May 4, 2026; 8 p.m.
Where: Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium – 1415 14th Ave. NW
Cost: Ticket prices vary by seat
Kitty Paint Night
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What: Local artist Rozzie Lee is hosting an art class full of cats and cuddles this Monday. Your ticket includes one small brewed coffee or tea, all the supplies needed for painting, a guided lesson, and one cat visit.
When: Monday, May 4, 2026; 6:30 p.m.
Where: Regal Cat Cafe – 303 10th St. NW
Cost: $52
Take a cooking class
What: Aroma Cafe Bar is hosting its monthly cooking class this Tuesday. Led by their kitchen team, the session provides step-by-step guidance, cooking demonstrations, and lots of time to cook and enjoy.
When: Tuesday, May 5, 2026; 5 p.m.
Where: Aroma Cafe Bar – 1845 33rd Ave. SW
Cost: $58
Karan Aujla
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What: Karan Aujla is bringing his P-Pop Culture tour right to the Saddledome this Wednesday. Join him for a high-energy night of Punjabi music.
When: Wednesday, May 6, 2026; 8 p.m.
Where: Scotiabank Saddledome – 555 Saddledome Rise SE
Cost: Ticket prices vary by seat; tickets can be found online
Inglewood Night Market
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What: The Inglewood Night Market is back for the summer! Join them this May for the first market of the season, featuring a bunch of local vendors, live music, and food located in the heart of Inglewood.
When: Friday, May 8, 2026; 5 to 10 p.m.
Where: 10th Avenue and 10th Street SE
Cost: Free
Shakespeare under the bed
What: Shakespeare under the bed is playing at The Theatre this week! “When a geneticist unleashes William Shakespeare into the present day, she’s forced to contain a bard who is louder, queerer, and more outraged than ever.”
When: May 8 to 22, 2026
Where: The Theatre 101 – 215 14th Ave. SW
Cost: Starting at $29
Triumph: Rock & Roll Machine Reloaded
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What: Rock band Triumph is coming to the Scotiabank Saddledome this Friday with their Rock & Roll Machine Reloaded Tour.
When: Friday, May 8, 2026; 8 p.m.
Where: Scotiabank Saddledome – 555 Saddledome Rise SE
Cost: Ticket prices vary by seat
Calgary Reads Big Book Sale
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What: The Calgary Reads Big Book Sale is a massive book sale with over 200,000 gently used books for sale, and it kicks off this week. Browse rows upon rows of wonderfully organized titles from every genre imaginable. Whether you’re partial to sci-fi, detective novels, or fantasy epics, we bet you’ll find something.
When: May 8 to 17, 2026
Where: Calgary Curling Club — 720 3rd St. NW, Calgary
Cost: Free