What’s On Now
Learn more about what's new at Heritage Park. Check this page weekly for new and upcoming activities, featured exhibitions, family-friendly events, fundraisers and more! History fun for everyone.
Visit Us Year-Round
Gasoline Alley Museum & Heritage Plaza Shops are Open Year Round!
The Historical Village is closed until spring 2026, but open for Once Upon a Christmas.
Gasoline Alley Museum, The Selkirk, Railway Cafe and Heritage Plaza remain open year-round!
Heritage Park also continues to host special events and welcomes event and private bookings throughout the year!
Hours of Operation until May. 15, 2026
- Historical Village: Closed until spring 2026, except for special events, including Once Upon a Christmas.
- Gasoline Alley Museum: Open Tuesdays – Sundays and holiday Mondays 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
- Heritage Plaza: Open Tuesdays – Sundays
Events and Things to Do at the Park
The Springtime Express at Heritage Park
Dates: March 15, 22, 29
Times: 9:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m., 3:30 p.m.
Grab a Ticket to Ride the Springtime Express for a unique opportunity to experience Heritage Park completely by rail. Think Rocky Mountaineer, but Edwardian.
Guests hop aboard the new 1951 diesel-electric locomotive and journey through the Historical Village, with a scheduled stop at the Wainwright Hotel for a spot of tea, tasty treats and a theatrical performance.
Spring Ghost Tours
Mar. 18, 25
Apr. 1, 8, 15, 22
Step into the shadows and explore the eerie side of history with Heritage Park’s spine-chilling Calgary Ghost Tours. As night falls, the Park’s historic streets come alive with tales of haunted buildings, mysterious apparitions and unexplained phenomena. Guided by our knowledgeable storytellers, you’ll uncover the darker side of the past and hear true stories that have been passed down through generations of Park goers.
Powwow Drumming Ballroom
Mar. 21, 2026
Blending Indigenous dances with historic influences like the Waltz and Foxtrot, each celebration invites you to watch dancers compete, then step into the circle yourself — because these living traditions are meant to be shared.
Murder at the Park: Death on the Dancefloor
Mar. 20, 21
Apr. 10, 11, 17, 18, 25
May. 22, 23, 30
Grab your dancing shoes, those detective instincts and the whole gang, it’s time to crack another case during Murder at the Park. In Death on the Dancefloor, a murder interrupts a lively dance at the Wainwright Hotel, and the lead investigator needs your help to uncover the truth.
Women Making History in Alberta Awards
Nominations Close: March 15, 2026.
Event Date: Friday, June 5, 2026
At Heritage Park, we are proud to recognize the women who are not just part of history, but are actively shaping it through their bold and transformative contributions.
If you know a woman who is making history in her own right, we encourage you to nominate her today and help us continue this important recognition of those shaping the future.
Easter Tea
Apr. 3, 4, 5
Join us for an elegant Easter tradition filled with delicious flavours, history and charm at Heritage Park’s annual Easter Tea. Delight in petit finger sandwiches, your favourite treats from Alberta Bakery, buttermilk scones and a freshly brewed cup of tea, all served in the beautiful Famous 5 Centre of Canadian Women.
Easter Brunch
Apr. 5
Celebrate Easter with a festive brunch at Heritage Park, where spring flavours and time-honoured favourites come together in one unforgettable buffet. From Alberta Bakery pastries and fresh fruit to chef-carved roast beef, classic Eggs Benedict and decadent desserts, there’s something for everyone at the table.
March Break in Calgary
March. 23-27
From March 21–29, kids are out of school, but there’s still plenty to keep them busy at Heritage Park. Explore the activities below or sign the kids up for PD Day Camps running all week long.
Spring at Heritage Park
Spring Events & Things to Do in Calgary
Looking for things to do in Calgary this spring? Discover something truly unique at Heritage Park. From family adventures to one-of-a-kind nights out, spring at Heritage Park offers experiences you won’t find anywhere else in Calgary. Explore the events below and start planning your visit.
Culturally Speaking
October 2025 – April 2026
Next Events:
- Decoding Bias in Artificial Intelligence Technologies – Apr. 8
Discover new stories at Heritage Park! Held the second Wednesday of each month, Culturally Speaking is a free speaker series that explores the diverse cultures, histories and communities of Calgary and Southern Alberta. From Dark Tourism and ghost stories to local legends and contemporary voices, each talk offers fresh insights and connections. Come curious, leave inspired — and join us month after month for more.
Current and Upcoming Exhibits
Kids Celebrate!
Open in Gasoline Alley Museum
Get ready to party all year long with Heritage Park’s newest exhibition, Kids Celebrate!
This thrilling exhibition, created by the Canadian Museum of History, invites kids (and grown-ups too) to explore how different cultures celebrate all around the world. From birthday candles and fireworks to family feasts and festivals of light, discover how Canadian families mark special moments across cultures and seasons.
Educational Programs
School Programs
Heritage Park offers Southern Alberta educators some of the most innovative, interactive and memorable field trip experiences available connected to the Program of Studies.
Our school programming takes you right into our heritage homes and buildings to introduce you to the captivating and intriguing lives of Western Canada’s pioneers. With a wide variety of role-playing, discovery opportunities and curriculum-based school programs, there’s a program that will pique the interest of students attending kindergarten through grade 9 and beyond.
Event Calendar
Our events tend to sell out quickly! Browse all events and get your tickets early to avoid disappointment.
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