A little sunshine, probably rain, and the chance of flurries in the mountains … sounds like the May long weekend is here. We don’t care what the weather forecast says — it’s the first long weekend of summer! And even though you might be coping with all the busy things that spring brings, take a look at our weekend guide and plan something fun for the long weekend.
Looking for something else? As always, the Family Fun Calgary weekend guide is filled with the best weekend events in Calgary, but you’ll find even more ideas on our calendar.
Thinking of extracurricular spring fun? Check out our Classes for Kids Guide – Spring Edition! And if you need summer camps, check out our Summer Camp Guide.
Keep reading for the best weekend events in Calgary for May 15 – 18.
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🍃 Opening Weekend | May 16 – 18
📍Various Locations
It’s opening weekend for some of our favourite attractions! Check out our Opening Weekend Guide.
🪁 Granary Road Kite Fest | May 16 – 17
📍Granary Road
Harness the wind at the first-ever Granary Road Kite Fest! There will be amazing shows, kite building, flying lessons, and a flying area to try your creations.
🥁 Studio Bell PlayLab | May 16
📍Studio Bell
The National Music Centre (NMC) has opened a FREE, interactive, musical playground! PlayLab, located on the main floor of Studio Bell, is a place for families to explore and make music. Check it out this weekend for DIY Sound Factory.
🌸 Otafest | May 15 – 17
📍TELUS Convention Centre
Otafest, Calgary’s Anime Convention, celebrates Japanese art, culture, and media in the Canadian community. Check it out this weekend!
📚 Calgary Reads Big Book Sale | May 15 – 17
📍Calgary Curling Club
The Calgary Reads Big Book Sale is back this weekend. It’s time to stock up for summer reading!
🆓 Calgary Recreation FREE Swim or Skate | May 18
📍Select City of Calgary Pools and Arenas
Enjoy FREE activities this Victoria Day with Calgary Recreation! Find a slot to swim or skate.
🤠 High River Little Britches Rodeo | May 15 – 16
📍High River
Head to High River this weekend for the Little Britches Rodeo, including a parade on Saturday morning.
🎺 Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra | May 15 – 16
📍Jubilee Auditorium
The Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra is presenting Star Wars: Return of the Jedi in Concert.
🎬 Cineplex Family Favourites | May 16
📍Cineplex Theatres
Enjoy a movie with your family, without breaking the bank! Cineplex Family Favourites offers popular kids’ films at discounted prices. This week, they are playing Minions: The Rise of Gru.
🧑🦰 Stage West Presents Little Red Riding Hood | May 16
📍Stage West Dinner Theatre
Join Stage West for the children’s version of the dinner theatre at Little Red Riding Hood. Your whole family will have fun!
🍌 Jubilations Junior Despicable Minionz | May 16
📍Jubilations Dinner Theatre
Have you checked out Despicable Minionz at Jubilations Junior? You only have a few more weeks to catch this show, filled with family giggles.
But Wait … There’s More!
Want more ideas? Look at What’s Happening in May.
For a complete listing of all the best events around Calgary, click on our Calendar and stay tuned to all the best local family events through our Facebook and Instagram. Plus, we’re now on TikTok and Threads!
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