A slice of ancient Egypt is heading to Alberta this winter. Beyond King Tut: The Immersive Experience opens in Calgary on December 12, 2026, and runs through February 7, 2027, taking over the former Canada Sports Hall of Fame building at Canada Olympic Park.
The show is a multi-sensory retelling of Tutankhamun's story built around large-scale projections, recreated artefacts and sound. Plan for roughly an hour inside, though you can linger longer if it's not busy. It's aimed at all ages, from babies to seniors, but bear in mind the artefacts on display are replicas — this is about atmosphere and storytelling, not seeing the boy king's actual treasures.
Opening hours run 10 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. daily, with the last entry at 6 p.m. Tickets go through Showpass, and you'll pick a 15-minute arrival window when booking. Show up within 15 minutes of your slot; late entry isn't guaranteed when it's busy. Pricing (all plus fees) breaks down like this: adults aged 16 to 64 pay around $42.53, seniors 65+ pay $36.23, and children aged 3 to 15 pay $25.19. Infants under two get in free with a paying adult. Families have two bundle options — two adults plus two children for $112.86, or one adult plus three children for $95. Tickets can't be refunded, but you can swap them for a different time up to 24 hours before your visit.
Getting there is straightforward if you're driving: free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis at the park. The venue is fully wheelchair accessible, with a lift reaching all areas. Strollers aren't allowed inside, but there's a designated spot to leave them.
A few practicalities worth knowing before you go. The experience is mostly standing, with limited seating, and features bright lights, loud audio and moving visuals — anyone prone to dizziness or motion sickness should factor that in. Large bags and backpacks stay in the car. Non-flash photos are fine in designated zones, though flash, tripods, selfie sticks and video may be restricted in parts of the exhibit. There's an on-site café for light snacks (no food or drink inside the show) and a cashless gift shop selling souvenirs including art prints.
For anyone in Alberta or the wider region with an Egypt itch, this is a low-effort way to scratch it — no long-haul flight to Cairo, no museum queues in another country. It's an easy family outing, a date-night option, or a reason to pair a winter city break in Calgary with something a bit different. Just book a time slot early for weekends, dress for a Calgary winter between the car and the door, and keep an eye on the entry rules so nothing gets turned away at the gate.
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