Events Around Calgary: April 2015

Lifestyle & Design

Spring Sparktacular | Telus Spark

Hop on down to the Spring Sparktacular event at TELUS Spark on April third and fourth! Enjoy spring themed activities with the whole family, including Bunnybotville, dinosaur eggs from the Royal Tyrrell Museum, atrium actives and more. Plus, the Cococo Chocolatiers Easter bunny will be stopping by with some delicious treats! For all the details, visit: http://www.sparkscience.ca/events/special-events-2/spring-sparktacular/.

Source: Telus Spark

Becky’s New Car | Alberta Theatre Projects

Alberta Theatre Projects presents Becky’s New Car,beginning April seventh. This comedy is part of ATP’s 215-216 season. Roll the top down, turn on the radio and buckle up for this laugh-out-loud ride through the bumps and twists of one women’s midlife U-turn. For a full list of dates and to purchase tickets, visit: http://www.atplive.com/214-215-Season/Beckys-New-Car/index.html

Source: Alberta Theatre Projects

Adults Only Night | Telus Spark

On the second Thursday of every month, Telus Spark hosts an Adult’s Only themed night. No kids allowed, and open late, the theme April 9th is ‘Science of Science Fiction’. With insights from science that produces your favorite special effects, and a behind-the-scenes look at what make’s sci-fi so fascinating, you'll walk away with tons of knowledge! As always, there will be bar service and music throughout the night! Skip the line, and purchase your tickets: http://www.sparkscience.ca/events/adults-only-nights/.

Source: Telus Spark

Light it Up Calgary

Gather your family, friends and coworkers on Saturday, April 11th at 8:pm for Light It Up Calgary! Join the fun by walking or running the course along the Bow River pathway in support of Wellspring Calgary. All participants wear headlamps to light up the course! Plus, you’ll be treated to yummy food and beverages, and v the opportunity to win one of many outstanding prizes! On-line registration is now open. Sign up here: http://lightitupcalgary.ca/.

Source: Light it Up Calgary

Aggie Days

Having trouble waiting till July for the Calgary Stampede? Don’t worry – Aggie Days is happening April 11th and 12th at Stampede Park, BMO Centre. With free admission, the whole family will enjoy many interactive agriculture activities, including sheep shearing, cow milking, corn maze, livestock auctioneering and much more! For a complete list of event details and activates, check out: http://ag.calgarystampede.com/events/aggie-days/.

Source: Calgary Stampede

Calgary Comic & Entertainment Expo

It’s time to pull out your favorite costume and join your fellow fans at the Calgary Comic & Entertainment Expo from April 16th – 19th. Head to the Stampede Grounds for Canada’s second largest pop culture convention. This event features the very best in science fiction, fantasy, comic books, animation and so much more! For ticket and event info, visit: http://www.calgaryexpo.com/.

Source: Calgary Expo

Calgary’s Poutine Week

Yes – you read that right. A whole week dedicated to poutine is happening in Calgary from April 18th to 25th! Not that you need an excuse to eat poutine, but for every featured poutine sold a person in need receives a meal thanks to Mealshare! For a full list of participating restaurants, and to start planning your own Poutine Crawl, check out: http://calgarypoutine.com/poutine-week/.

Source: Calgary Poutine