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Quick – what do you prefer?! Lizards or lambs? Movies or Minions? Crafts or cowboys? You don’t really have to decide, because this weekend, we have all this, and more! There’s so much to do in Calgary as the weather warms up. Looking for something else? As always, the Family Fun Calgary weekend guide is filled with the best weekend events in Calgary, but youāll find even more ideas on our calendar.
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Keep reading for the best weekend events in Calgary for April 17 – 19.
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š¦ Western Canadian Reptile Expo | April 18 – 19
šAcadia Recreation Centre
For the love of all things cold-blooded, head to the Western Canadian Reptile Expo this weekend! This unique show brings you reptiles (of course!), as well as reptile supplies, plants, and bioactive enclosures.
š¤ Aggie Days | April 18 – 19
šNutrien Western Event Centre
It’s time for Aggie Days! The farm comes to the city with this fun-filled, educational experience thatās perfect for all ages. Find hands-on activities, live demonstrations, and interactive displays, plus exciting animal competitions and family-friendly fun.
š Butterfield Acres Spring Babies Festival | April 18 – 19
šButterfield Acres
Spring is in the air, and thereās no better way to celebrate than a visit to the Butterfield Acres Spring Babies Festival! But this weekend is your last chance!
š Canmore Bear Day | April 18
šCanmore Nordic Centre
Head to the Canmore Nordic Centre for Bear Day. This free, family-friendly event will refresh your bear safety skills, and it includes demonstrations, a hike, activities, and a storytime.
š Jubilations Junior | April 18
šJubilations Dinner Theatre
Embrace the ridiculous this spring!Ā Jubilations Junior presents Despicable Minionz, for a lively outing that all ages will enjoy, eating yummy food and laughing together.
š¬ Cineplex Family Favourites | April 18
šCineplex 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 Despicable Me.
š Michaels Kids Club | April 19
šMichaels Stores
Head to Michaels for a crafty Kids Club this weekend. The kids will be making Clay Pencil & Paintbrush Pals.
š„ Rosebud Theatre Hurry Hard | April 17 – 18
šRosebud Dinner Theatre
If you need a date night, then make it a special one with the Rosebud Dinner Theatre! Hurry Hard is a funny, heartwarming story about āLove on the Rocks & Overcoming Impossible Odds.ā Note that it’s not a kid’s show, with some off-colour jokes, but it’s a great choice for a night of laughter with your partner!
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For the love of all things cold-blooded, mark your calendars for the Western Canadian Reptile Expo! This unique show brings you reptiles (of course!), but also reptile supplies, plants, and bioactive enclosures. You can meet ambassador animals and enjoy interactive displays and experiences, too. But itās not just about reptiles! You can meet a porcupine, wallaby and kangaroo, or even a sloth! Get your picture with a Burmese Python and show some love for a snapping turtle. The interactive experiences have limited tickets, though, so make sure you donāt miss out.
This Reptile Expo takes place at the Acadia Recreation Centre from April 18 ā 19, 2026. A VIP ticket will get you in an hour before the public on Saturday, so you can shop early and enjoy the special VIP deals from the vendors. Visit the displays, talk to breeders, and discover everything you never knew about reptiles.
Add something unique to your spring, and get your tickets today. Itās time to step into a tropical paradise and the world of reptilian wonders!
