10 awesome things to do in Calgary this week: April 13 to 17
If you’re looking for something to do this week, there are tons of things to check out in Calgary. From NHL games and WHL playoffs to live theatre and comedy shows, there is something for everyone.
So whether you’re looking for an exciting night out or just a chill activity to do, we’ve got you covered. Here are 10 awesome things to do in Calgary this week.
Catch a Hitmen game
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What: Head on down to the Saddledome this week to catch the Hitmen in round two of the WHL playoffs against the Medicine Hat Tigers.
When: April 13 and 15, 2026
Where: Scotiabank Saddledome – 555 Saddledome Rise SE
Cost: Ticket prices vary on date and seat
Calgary Flames
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What: The Calgary Flames have two home games this week. Head on down to the Saddledome and watch as they take on the Los Angeles Kings on Tuesday and the Colorado Avalanche on Thursday.
When: April 14 and 16, 2026
Where: Scotiabank Saddledome – 555 Saddledome Rise SE
Cost: Ticket prices vary on date and seat
Chelsey Grewar: The Wannabe Cowgirl Tour
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What: Toronto-based comedian, Chelsey Grewar is bringing her stand-up comedy show right to The Attic Bar and Stage this Wednesday!
When: Wednesday, April 15, 2026; 7 p.m.
Where: The Attic Bar and Stage – 1413 9 Ave SE
Cost: Starting at $15
A Doll’s House
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What: Theatre Calgary is kicking off Henrik Ibsen’s A Doll’s House this weekend. “An ordinary family. A perfect marriage. A wife with a secret. Henrik Ibsen’s theatrical giant of a play still shocks and exhilarates audiences to this day.”
When: April 7 to May 3, 2026
Where: Max Bell Theatre – 220 9th Ave. SE
Cost: Ticket prices vary on date and seat
Spring ghost tours at Heritage Park
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What: Heritage Park’s ghost tours are back! Explore the park in the dark and uncover the ghostly tales it’s hiding. Guided by a storyteller, you’ll learn about the past and true ghost stories within the park.
When: Wednesday, April 15, 2026; 7 p.m.
Where: Heritage Park – 1900 Heritage Dr. SW
Cost: $24.95
Lee Brice
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What: Country music star Lee Brice is bringing his Sunriser Tour right to the Grey Eagle Casino for two nights this week.
When: April 16 and 17, 2026; 7:30 p.m.
Where: Grey Eagle Events Centre – 3777 Grey Eagle Dr.
Cost: Prices vary on seat
Dark History of East Village Walking Tour
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What: Join The Confluence this week for a walking tour of East Village and its historic tales. “Discover the untold stories behind the city’s original red light district, where brothels, bootleggers, and backroom deals once shaped the streets.”
When: Friday, April 17, 2026; 7 p.m.
Where: The Confluence Historic Site and Parkland – 750 9th Ave. SE
Cost: $35
26th Annual FunnyFest Comedy Competition
What: The 26th Annual FunnyFest Comedy Competition kicks off this week. The whole competition runs from April 9 to 18 and features 50 comedians competing over 10 nights across five venues.
When: April 9 to 19, 2026
Where: Various venues across Calgary
Cost: Prices vary on date and venue
E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial at The Grand
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What: Join The Grand this week for another Friday movie night, with a screening of E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial. “When Elliott, a lonely suburban boy, discovers a stranded alien hiding in his backyard shed, an extraordinary bond begins.”
When: Friday, April 17, 2026; 7 p.m.
Where: The Grand – 608 1st St. SW
Cost: $15
Morgan Wallen Tribute
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What: Morgan Wallen Tribute UK is coming to Calgary this Friday. You can expect classic Morgan Wallen hits like “Whiskey Glasses,” “Last Night,” “You Proof,” and more.
When: Friday, April 17, 2026; 7:30 p.m.
Where: The Arrowhead – 4616 Macleod Trl. S
Cost: $20 in advance and $25 at the door