10 things to do in Calgary this weekend

Charity Eden stars in 'The Story of Taylor Swift,' a show featuring her hit songs and telling the stories behind them. (jubileeauditorium.com)

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:

Calgary Home and Garden Show

• What: Check out exhibits from hundreds of vendors at the 44th annual Calgary Home and Garden Show, featuring an appearance by Bryan Bauemler.
• When: Feb. 27 to March 2, 2025.
• Where: BMO Centre at Stampede Park, 1912 Flores Ladue Parade S.E.

The Story of Taylor Swift

• What: Learn more about Taylor Swift’s rise to global stardom in The Story of Taylor Swift, starring recording artist – and Swiftie – Charity Eden. The show features Swift hits and tells the stories behind her songs.
• When: Saturday, March 1 at 7:30 p.m.
• Where: Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium, 1415 14 Ave. N.W.

Jay Pharoah

• What: American stand-up comedian and actor Jay Pharoah, a Saturday Night Live cast member from 2010 to 2016, performs three shows at The Laugh Shop.
• When: Friday, Feb. 28 to Sunday, March 2, 2025.
• Where: The Laugh Shop, 5940 Blackfoot Tr. S.E.

Wranglers vs. Canucks

• What: The Calgary Wranglers take on the Abbotsford Canucks in back-to-back games this weekend.
• When: Friday, Feb. 28 at 7 p.m. and Saturday, March 1 at 6 p.m.
• Where: Scotiabank Saddledome, 555 Saddledome Rise S.E.

Hitmen vs. Rockets

• What: The Calgary Hitmen take on the Kelowna Rockets at the Saddledome.
• When: Sunday, March 2 at 2 p.m.
• Where: Scotiabank Saddledome, 555 Saddledome Rise S.E.

Beerfest at Bottlescrew Bill’s

• What: Bottlescrew Bill’s Pub hosts its 30th annual Beerfest on Saturday. The event features more than 80 beers from more than 30 breweries. Tickets are $50 each, which includes 15 beer sample tickets. Proceeds from the event go to The Mustard Seed.
• When: Saturday, March 1 from 2 – 5 p.m.
• Where: Bottlescrew Bill’s Pub, 140 10 Ave. S.W.

YYC Hot Chocolate Fest

• What: Friday marks the final day to enjoy dozens of specialty hot chocolates sold throughout Calgary as part of YYC Hot Chocolate Fest, a charitable competition that sees a portion of sales donated to Calgary Meals on Wheels.
• When: Until Feb. 28, 2025.
• Where: Various locations throughout Calgary.

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.

The Big Bang Parody: A Musical

• What: Jubilations Dinner Theatre Calgary presents The Big Bang Parody: A Musical. Join Sheldon and the gang as they navigate the ups and downs of life, love and the pursuit of cosmic understanding.
• When: Until March 22, 2025.
• Where: Jubilations Dinner Theatre, 1002 37 St. S.W.

Spiderboy: The Musical Spiderverse

• What: Jubilations Dinner Theatre Calgary presents Spiderboy: The Musical Spiderverse as part of Jubilations Junior. Watch as Spiderboy fights with the Green Goblin, while also getting to know the new girl at school.
• When: Until March 22, 2025.
• Where: Jubilations Dinner Theatre, 1002 37 St. S.W.