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10 things to do in Calgary this weekend

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George Fisher's '67 Chevelle "Big Red Buffalo" is seen at the 2020 World of Wheels in Chicago. (X/@HotRodShows)
George Fisher's '67 Chevelle "Big Red Buffalo" is seen at the 2020 World of Wheels in Chicago. (X/@HotRodShows)

There are plenty of local events and activities you can check out in Calgary this weekend.

Here’s a look at just 10 things happening around the city:

World of Wheels

  • What: The 57th annual World of Wheels hits the BMO Centre this weekend, featuring an appearance from 80s rock legend Dee Snider of Twisted Sister fame on Sunday from 1 to 4 p.m.
  • When: Friday March 28 to Sunday, March 30, 2025.
  • Where: BMO Centre, 1912 Flores Ladue Parade S.E.

Outdoor Adventure and Bike Show

  • What: The Outdoor Adventure and Bike Show is Alberta’s largest showcase of outdoor gear and adventure travel experiences.
  • When: Saturday, March 29 and Sunday, March 30, 2025.
  • Where: BMO Centre, 1912 Flores Ladue Parade S.E.

Kane Brown

  • What: Kane Brown performs at the ‘Dome as part of his The High Road tour, with special guests Scotty McCreery and Dasha.
  • When: Saturday, March 29, 2025.
  • Where: Scotiabank Saddledome, 555 Saddledome Rise S.E.

Wild After Hours: Giraffes and Zebras

  • What: Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo presents Wild After Hours: Giraffes and Zebras, an 18+ event that gives guests exclusive viewing of the animals after the zoo closes.
  • When: Saturday, March 29 from 5 to 9 p.m.
  • Where: The Calgary Zoo, 210 St. George’s Drive N.E.

YYC Food & Drink Experience

  • What: Calgary’s premier culinary festival returns! The YYC Food & Drink Experience sees venues throughout the city offer up special three or five-course meals for a nominal fee.
  • When: Until March 30, 2025.
  • Where: Various restaurants across Calgary.

Calgary International Salsa Congress

  • What: The Calgary International Salsa Congress brings local, national and international dancers together for a weekend of performances, workshops and social dancing.
  • When: March 27 to March 30, 2025.
  • Where: Hyatt Regency Calgary, 700 Centre St. South.

Reel Rock 19

  • What: Watch the world premiere of three climbing films at Reel Rock 19, presented by The Calgary Mountain Film Festival, including Death of Villains, The Cobra and The Heart and Riders of the Storm.
  • When: March 27 to 29, 2025.
  • Where: Globe Cinema, 617 Eighth Ave. S.W.

A Killing at La Cucina

  • What: Vertigo Theatre Presents A Killing at La Cucina – a Lucia Dante mystery. The play tells the tale of a food critic who does after dinner at a five-star restaurant.
  • When: Until April 13, 2025.
  • Where: Vertigo Theatre, 115 9 Ave. S.E.

Jukebox Heaven: Legends Live Forever

  • What: Jubilations Dinner Theatre Calgary presents Jukebox Heaven: Legends Live Forever, looking at some of the world’s most beloved artists who have passed away, and the impact they had.
  • When: March 29 to May 31, 2025.
  • Where: Jubilations Dinner Theatre, 1002 37 St. S.W.

Too Many Cooks

  • What: Stage West Calgary presents Too Many Cooks, a comedy set in Niagara Falls in 1932, when rum running was at its peak.
  • When: Until April 13, 2025.
  • Where: Stage West Theatre Restaurant, 727 42 Ave. S.E.