If you are looking for things to do in Calgary this weekend, this is your shortlist. From food truck festivals and underground disco parties to country concerts and circus spectacles, these are the events actually worth leaving the house for between May 21 and 24.
We update this guide weekly with the best weekend events in Calgary. No filler. No outdated listings. Just what we would genuinely add to our own calendar.
Editor’s Pick: Best Calgary Event This Weekend
Taste of Calgary
Quonset at Crossroads | Saturday May 23 | Free entry
A one-day food truck takeover bringing some of Calgary’s favourite street food vendors together for an indoor-outdoor night market experience. Starts as a casual afternoon food crawl and turns into a full night out once the music and lights kick in.
Best for groups, food lovers, and anyone looking for an easy Saturday plan.
Big Weekend Events in Calgary
Royal Canadian International Circus
CrossIron Mills | May 22 to June 1 | $35–$60
A modern circus production with acrobatics, aerial performances, lighting effects, and full family spectacle energy under the big top.
Best for families and a classic weekend outing.
East Town Get Down
International Avenue | Saturday May 23 | $40+
Forty artists, ten venues, one night. A music crawl through International Avenue with live performances, $5 food plates, and one of the strongest local music lineups of the month.
Best for live music fans and a more local alternative to big festivals.
Deep Space Disco
Waterfront Park | Saturday May 23 | $70+
A full outdoor disco and electronic music experience with immersive staging, performers, food vendors, and cosmic-themed production.
Best for nightlife and festival crowds.
Tim Hicks
The Palace Theatre | Friday May 22 | $50+
One of Canada’s biggest country acts brings his Going Somewhere Tour to Calgary with a high-energy live show and a packed country crowd expected.
Best for country fans and a Friday night out.
Free Things to Do in Calgary This Weekend
Airdrie Children’s Festival
Nose Creek Regional Park | May 23 to 24 | Free
A full weekend of kids entertainment, play zones, creativity stations, and family programming focused on learning and imagination.
Dog Days Festival
Various Restaurants | Begins May 23 | Cost of food
Calgary’s first hot dog festival with special creations across participating restaurants and proceeds supporting local animal charities.
Sweet & Furious 3: Tokyo Drift
Sweet Loretta | Thursday May 21 | Free
A Y2K-inspired late-night party with DJs, themed fits, and full Tokyo Drift energy across two floors.
Also Happening
Rooftop Sneak-a-Peek | Thursday May 21 | Connie & John’s Rooftop Patio | Free | Summer kickoff party with rooftop views, DJs, happy hour specials, and free samples. Details here.
Drew Lynch | May 22 to 23 | The Laugh Shop Calgary | $35+ | America’s Got Talent finalist and touring comedian brings his latest live stand-up set to Calgary. Get tickets here.
InglewooDIY Festival | May 22 to 31 | Various Inglewood locations | Free & ticketed events | Art installations, workshops, and creative pop-ups spread throughout the neighbourhood. Details here.
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About This Calgary Weekend Guide
This page is updated weekly with the most current Calgary events, concerts, theatre productions, festivals and family activities. Whether you are looking for live music, date night ideas, free events or major weekend experiences, this is where to start when planning your weekend in Calgary.
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