Family Events and Activities in Calgary in April
Spring is just around the corner, and so are tons of fun events here in Calgary in April! From exhibits to concerts to encounters with dinosaurs and parades, there’s guaranteed to be something exciting for everyone in your family to experience this April in YYC.
Here’s a look at some fun family events & activities in Calgary in April
Cat Kid Comic Club: The Musical | mru.ca
Date: Friday April 4
Cost: from $43
Location: Bella Concert Hall, 18 Mt Royal Cir SW
Cat Kid Comic Club: The Musical is coming to the Bella Concert Hall at the Taylor Centre! This madcap musical based on Dav Pilkey’s irreverently hilarious book series is full of rambunctious fun and family giggles. There’s an adventure waiting and it’s filled with humour, chaos, and imagination — get your tickets soon!
Butterfield Acres’ Spring Babies Festival | Butterfieldacres.com
Date: Weekends, Saturday April 5 – Sunday April 20
Cost: Children (able to walk to 17 yrs) $15.99 + GST; Adults $18.99 + GST
Location: Butterfield Acres Farm, 254077 Rocky Ridge Road, Calgary
Head to the Spring Babies Festival at Butterfield Acres and bounce into spring by welcoming the new baby farm animals! Snuggle with baby goats, woolly little lambs, and peep at the freshly hatched chicks and the adorable piglets with their mama. There’ll be plenty of photo ops plus visits with the Easter Bunny on Easter weekend!
Banquet at Telus Spark Science Centre | sparkscience.ca
Date: Starts Saturday April 12 (runs until September)
Cost:Â Included in General Admission
Location: Telus Spark Science Centre, 220 St. George’s Drive NE, Calgary
Banquet is an immersive exhibition serving up the science and joy of food through sight, smell, taste, touch, and sound. From the chemistry of cooking to the cultural traditions that shape how we eat, Banquet blends science with art, history, and society, making every bite an experience worth savouring.
Parade of Wonders (POW!) | fanexpohq.com
Date: Friday April 25
Cost: Free!
Location:Â Parade kicks off at 8th street and 8 avenue at 10:30 am and ends at Olympic Plaza at 11:30 am
Canada’s largest cosplay parade is back to kick off Calgary’s Expo activities downtown, and you won’t want to miss out on the fun! Whether you’re participating in the parade, or enjoying as a spectator, dress up in your favourite costume and join thousands of cosplayers as they march down Stephen Avenue toward Olympic Plaza for the Expo Opening Ceremony. Don’t miss this celebration of pop culture and creativity, with over 17,500 spectators expected along the route and in the Fan Zone!
Justin Willman: Illusionati Tour | machallconcerts.com
Date: Saturday April 26
Cost: Tickets start at $60
Location: MacEwan Hall, 402 Collegiate Blvd NW, Calgary
Magician and comedian Justin Willman brings his Illusionati Tour to Calgary, blending mind-blowing magic, comedy, and audience interaction. Best known for his Netflix series Magic for Humans, Willman’s live show is a high-energy experience for all ages.
Which events and activities will your family be adding to their “Must-do” list in Calgary in April? Did we miss any great ones? Let us know in the comments!
