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Taps on. Pucks dropping. Cream puffs ready. 🥐
Here's what's happening in Calgary this week.
From Calgary
April 06, 2026
Calgary's taps are back on, the World Cup of Hockey is coming to town, and Expo season is almost here. Plus a French bakery in Marda Loop worth getting out of bed for, a Flames season winding down with one eye already on the future, and a packed week of happenings to close out April 6–12. Let's get into it.
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💧 Calgary, You Did It: Water Restrictions Lifted Ahead of Schedule
After nearly four weeks of shorter showers and skipped laundry loads, Calgarians can turn the taps back on. Crews completed repairs to nine damaged sections of the Bearspaw South Feeder Main a few days ahead of schedule, and the city lifted all water restrictions Thursday morning. Mayor Jeromy Farkas summed up the mood at a morning press conference: "Calgary, you did it. We did it." The Bearspaw carries roughly 60% of the city's drinking water, and a full replacement pipe is on track to be completed by December. Well done, neighbours.
🏒 Alberta Lands the World Cup of Hockey 2028
Big news for hockey fans: Calgary and Edmonton beat out more than two dozen cities across North America and Europe to jointly host the 2028 World Cup of Hockey, with Prague serving as the European co-host. Calgary's Scotia Place will host seven games, while the semifinals and final head to Rogers Place in Edmonton. The tournament is projected to generate $375 million in economic impact for Alberta, supporting over 43,000 jobs and filling nearly 172,000 hotel rooms. Mark your calendars for February 2028.
🎉 Calgary Expo (Comics & Entertainment) Is Three Weeks Away and the Lineup Is Stacked
One of the biggest pop culture events in North America is almost here. The Calgary Comics and Entertainment Expo runs April 23 to 26 at Stampede Park, drawing nearly 100,000 fans to celebrate comics, sci-fi, gaming, fantasy, horror, and more. This year's celebrity roster is a nostalgia goldmine: the full Fellowship is reuniting, with Elijah Wood, Sean Astin, Dominic Monaghan, and Billy Boyd all appearing, and Goonies fans will find Corey Feldman, Martha Plimpton, Joe Pantoliano, and more on hand. Cary Elwes from The Princess Bride and Anthony Daniels, the original C-3PO, round out an already incredible guest list. Bring the kids, dust off your cosplay, and get your tickets before they're gone.
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🍽️ Choux & C
Location: #121, 2215 33rd Ave. SW (Marda Loop)
Vibe: French Bakery & Café
Choux & C opened its doors in Marda Loop in early March, and its specialty is something Calgary hasn't really had before: choux à la crème, classic French cream puffs made in rotating flavours like crème brûlée, coconut, passion fruit, and macchiato. Alongside the cream puffs, there are traditional French pastries and carefully crafted coffee drinks to round things out. It's the kind of neighbourhood spot that's equally good for a quiet weekday morning or a weekend treat with the kids. Get there early, as these tend to sell out.
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CALGARY FLAMES
The Flames are sitting 7th in the Pacific and mathematically out of the playoff picture. It's been a tale of two extremes: after a rough stretch through February and early March, the team actually showed some life with a nice run in late March, rattling off wins over St. Louis, Florida, Tampa Bay, LA, and Vancouver before the wheels came off again to close things out. The rebuild is clearly underway, with youth getting a long look down the stretch and veterans like Nazem Kadri traded away for future assets. Eight games remain to finish the season, but the real story now is the offseason. Draft capital, prospect development, and a busy summer ahead. The future in Calgary is being built, even if the present is a little painful.
Apr 12 vs Utah Mammoth at 7:00 PM - SOLD OUT
Apr 14 vs Colorado Avalanche at 7:00 PM - SOLD OUT
Apr 16 vs Los Angeles Kings at 7:00 PM - SOLD OUT
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Grey Eagle Event Centre – Prof x Yelawolf x That Mexican OT at 7pm. Three powerhouse rap acts on one stage. Tickets
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Bella Concert Hall – Bruce McCulloch: The Dark Purple Slice Tour at 8pm. The Kids in the Hall legend brings his one-man show blending stand-up, storytelling, and live music to Calgary. tickets
The Palace Theatre – Prozzak: FML Tour at 7pm. Yes, that Prozzak. Simon and Momo are back. Tickets
Grey Eagle Event Centre – Celtic Woman at 8pm. Sweeping vocals, stunning visuals, Irish tradition. Tickets
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Jack Singer Concert Hall – Calgary Philharmonic: La Vida Loca — Latin Pop Hits at 7:30pm. Ricky Martin, Jennifer Lopez, Gloria Estefan, Enrique Iglesias, and more with a full orchestra. Tickets
Scotiabank Saddledome – Calgary Wranglers vs. Abbotsford Canucks — Blasty's Birthday! at 6pm. Tickets
Grey Eagle Event Centre – Dirty Dancing in Concert at 8pm. The iconic film on the big screen with a full live orchestra performing the soundtrack in real time. Nobody puts Baby in a corner. Tickets
BMO Centre – National Women's Show: hundreds of vendors, speakers, demos, and giveaways across fashion, wellness, food, and lifestyle. Runs April 11–12. Details
SUNDAY 12th
F3 Calgary FREE Men's Workout – 6:30-7:30 AM at 2019 Chicoutimi Dr NW.
Scotiabank Saddledome – Calgary Flames vs. Utah Mammoth at 7pm. Call / text 403-975-5515 for tickets
ATCO Field at Spruce Meadows – Cavalry FC vs. Atlético Ottawa at 2pm. The home opener! Tickets
BMO Centre – National Women's Show continues. Details
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