Catch a Film at CUFF
If you’re looking for the best in independent cinema, be sure to check out the Calgary Underground Film Festival from April 17 to 27. You’ll have 11 days to take part in Western Canada’s biggest genre film festival.
Listen in concert to Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back
On April 25 and 26, listen to John Williams’ epic movie score performed by the Calgary Philharmonic as they tackle the fifth episode of the Star Wars saga, when Luke Skywalker learns the ways of the force from Jedi Master Yoda.
Attend the Comic Expo
An essential part of Calgary’s robust spring-festival season is Calgary Expo, which runs April 24 to 27. Enthusiasts of comics, sci-fi, horror, anime, gaming or cosplay can meet celebrities, attend panel discussions, and mix and mingle with like-minded superfans.
Shop at Calgary’s Largest Cheese Shop
After 35 years, Springbank Cheese Co. has moved to a new storefront in Mount Pleasant, making it Calgary’s largest cheese shop. With more than 400 cheeses, plus accompaniments like olives, pates, oils and vinegars, salsas and jams, there’s something for everyone. Bonus: free parking.