Fantastic Family Friendly Activities in Calgary in May
With the better weather comes so much for families to see and do in Calgary in May! There are tons of outdoor and indoor events to explore, including festivals, concerts, exhibitions, and more. Whether you’ve got little ones in your family who can’t wait to meet a certain famous Tank Engine, older teens who are enthralled by comic books, animal lovers, sports fanatics or movie buffs, there’s no shortage of excitement to be had by everyone in your fam in YYC this May.
Day Out with Thomas | heritagepark.ca
Where:Â Heritage Park
When: Friday May 10 – Sunday May 12
Cost: $29.95 +GST; Make your day extra special by adding a breakfast buffet with Sir Topham Hatt. Adults (16+) $37.95 +GST; Child (3-5) $24.95 +GST
If you’ve got fans of Thomas and Friends in your house, you won’t want to miss your chance to get up close and personal with the really useful engine at Heritage Park in Calgary in May. After your scheduled train ride, enjoy bubble fun in the ‘Bubble Zone’, play lawn games in the ‘Play Pod’, and get artsy in the Colour Corner. Don’t forget to check out the live entertainment, historic trains, shopping for exclusive merchandise, and your chance to meet Sir Topham Hatt himself!
FascinAsian Film Festival | fascinasian.ca
Where:Â Central Library
When: Saturday May 11 – Tuesday May 14
Cost: Festival Pass $40; All Access Pass $75
For three days this May, the Prairie-based FascinAsian Film Festival highlights the narratives and viewpoints of Asian-Canadian filmmakers. Join in the celebration of Asian contributions to the film industry, and take part in the community connections among local filmmakers and audiences of all backgrounds as you share in these diverse cinematic experiences. A festival pass gets you access to a variety of feature-length and short films, live panel discussions, and complimentary snacks. The All Access Pass gets you access to all feature-length films, short films, live panel discussions, snacks and an invite to the awards dinner on the final day
Glenbow at The Edison: The Living Sea | glenbow.org
Where: The Glenbow Museum’s temporary location at The Edison
When: Saturday May 11 – Tuesday May 21
Cost: Free
Gather your family to explore the Glenbow’s captivating new exhibition, “The Living Sea,” Prepare to be mesmerized by a collection of breathtaking photographs that highlight the splendor of marine life and raise awareness about the importance of environmental stewardship. You’ll leave your experience with a better understanding of environmental issues like pollution and the need to preserve biodiversity and protect our oceans.
Stars on Ice | starsonice.ca
Where:Â Scotiabank Saddledome
When:Â May 14
Cost: Show Admission: Starting at $24; Meet and Greet Pass: $125
Marvel Studios Presents Black Panther in Concert | artscommons.ca
Where:Â Jubilee Auditorium
When: May 18 & 19
Cost: $24-$89
Fans of the Marvel Black Panther Franchise are guaranteed to be in awe of The Calgary Philharmonic’s live performance of Ludwig Göransson’s Oscar®-winning score along with the film.
Otafest | otafest.com
Where:Â Calgary TELUS Convention Centre
When: Friday May 10 – Sunday May 12
Cost:Â General Day Pass $48.20; Weekend Pass $63.94; Youth Weekend Pass (6-12) $16.73; Children 0-5 are Free!
Calgary’s Japanese anime and pop culture community comes to life at Otafest. The festival features anime screenings, an exhibitor hall, community panels, cosplay contests, live music, photo ops, voice actors, and more. Head to the Sketch Drive to have your portrait drawn in your favourite anime style for a good cause, visit the gaming hall to join in casual gaming or check out a tournament, show off your stuff in the Pokémon League, take a quiet moment in the Manga Library, and don’t miss a trip to the Charity Auction where you can pick up some special souvenirs in support of a local charity. There’s so much to see and experience at Otafest!
Royal Canadian International Circus Calgary | royalcanadiancircus.ca
Where:Â CrossIron Mills
When: Friday May 24 – Sunday June 2
Cost: General Admission (Chair and Bench seating) $35; VIP Seating (First rows of chair seating immediately behind the walkway and Ringside) $40;Â Ringside Seating (Plush chairs right on the Circus Ring) $60
The all-new Royal Canadian International Circus has thrills of all kinds for spectators to experience. Prepare to be amazed by classic circus entertainment, including high-flying acrobatics, death-defying tricks, feats of strength and more, as well as daredevil tricks like the Wheel of Destiny, the Motorcycle Globe of Death, the Human Cannonball, and Guerrero’s High Wire Troupe, among others.
Polar Bear Breakfast | calgaryzoo.ca
Where: Calgary Zoo
When:Â Select weekends from May to August
Cost: General (16+): $79.00 +GST; Child (3-15): $61.00 + GST;Â Infants (2 and under) are free but do require a ticket
Which events is your family most excited to take part in Calgary in May? Are there any great ones we missed? Let us know in the comments!
