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September 18 to 28

September 18 to 21; Kids Fair Consignment Sale. Shop a massive selection of high-quality, gently used, and brand-new items for kids, from newborn to pre-teen online from September 18 to 21. Enjoy the convenience of a single, local pick-up at The Croatian Canadian Cultural Club (on October 2 from 8am to 8pm). Learn more at kidsfair.ca.

September 18 to 28; Calgary International Film Festival. Calgary International Film Festival is the largest film festival in Alberta and among the largest in Canada. Check out one of the many events around the city. Learn more at ciffcalgary.ca.

Thursdays, September 18 until December 18; NMC Jam Club. Jam Club is a free after-school drop-in program for teens looking to practice their skills and explore their creative potential, all the while making new friends at Studio Bell. Youth ages 13 to 19 are invited to jam for free. Learn more at studiobell.ca/jam-club.

Until September 19; Free Soccer Fridays. Sponsored by Servus Credit Union, this event invites kids to a free, unstructured, drop-in soccer opportunity. This is a chance for youth of all ages and abilities to play and enjoy the sport. Learn more at calgaryminorsoccer.com.

September 19, 4:30 to 8:30pm; Kensington Night Market. Entertainment, local vendors and so much more. Shop the market then experience and enjoy Kensington. Learn more at thedowntownmarkets.ca.

September 19, 6 to 9pm; Pop Up in the Park – Music and Puppet Jam. Wrap up summer in style and with community. This is an all-ages, free community event, wonderful for one and all. Live music by local talent and two live shows by WP Puppets at Capitol Hill Community Association. Learn more at capitolhill.getcommunal.com.

September 19 to 20, 7:30pm; The Music of Sting + The Police. Rock out with your Calgary Phil as the orchestra performs with Jeans ‘n Classics in a fabulous show combining the best of Sting and The Police at Jack Singer Concert Hall. Learn more at calgaryphil.com.

September 19 to 20; Franco Festival. This festival celebrates the many Francophone cultures, from Africa to Europe, through Asia and the Americas. Head to Prince’s Island Park for live music, food, art, and a free outdoor movie. Learn more at francofestcalgary.com.

September 19, 20, 21 & 26, 27, 28; River Hall. A new seasonal gathering space from the City of Calgary, in collaboration with Aire Commune. Every weekend, River Hall is a vibrant hub for food, music, and community. It’s a family- and dog-friendly event with local vendors and live entertainment at CPA Lot 6, by the Bow River. Learn more at linktr.ee/riverhallyyc.

September 19 to 29; Cirque Italia Water Circus. Prepare to be amazed as performers entertain you on a stage that holds 35,000 gallons of water at CrossIron Mills Mall. Learn more at platinum.cirqueitalia.com.

September 19 to October 25; Rosebud Theatre Presents: The Green House. In this bold new play, Susanne unravels a long-buried family mystery filled with foreboding dreams, a sole survivor, and a harrowing escape. Learn more at rosebudttheatre.com.

September 20, 9am to 3pm; Holy Spirit Church Used Book Sale. All books are only $1 so stock up on gently used books at Holy Spirit Church. The money raised will go towards scholarships and support educational programs. Learn more at calgarycwl.ca.

September 20, 10am to 1:30pm; Alberta Craft Gallery + Shop — Free Workshop. Unleash your creativity and connect with nature in an inspiring and hands-on workshop. Dive into the world of natural art with Chantel, where you’ll transform vibrant flowers and lush leaves from the garden into a breathtaking textile wall hanging at Calgary cSPACE. Learn more at albertacraft.ab.ca.

September 20, 10am to 2pm; Strathcona-Tweedsmuir School Open House. Connect with the STS community, tour their state-of-the-art facilities on a 220-acre campus, enjoy food and games, and more. Learn more at strathconatweedsmuir.com.

September 20, 10am to 4pm; Alberta Biodiversity Festival Wrap Up Event. This community celebration at Bow Habitat Station brings you immersive exhibits, experiences, and events to connect you to Alberta’s unique biodiversity. Learn more at bowhabitat.alberta.ca.

September 20, 10am to 4pm; Radio Park Grand Opening. Enjoy a day of festivities in West District’s new award-winning, 8.5-acre public park! With live entertainment, family-friendly activities, sport demos, food trucks and give-aways. Learn more at hellowestdistrict.com/radio-park.

September 20, 10am to 5pm; East Side Studio Crawl. Explore and tour the individual studios of artists working in a variety of mediums such as painting, sculpture, fiber, silk, textiles, and jewelry at Burns Visual Arts Society. Learn more at burnsvisualarts.com.

September 20, 11am; Cineplex Family Favourites: Paddington in Peru. Visit participating Cineplex theatres near you and watch a favorite family film each week for only $3.99. Learn more at cineplex.com.

September 20, 11am and 1pm; IndigoKids Weekend Events: Build Your Dream School. Kick off the school year with a Pete the Cat storytime, then bring your dream school to life with MAGNA-TILES®. Learn more at ticketscene.ca.

September 20, 11am to 6pm; Change Makers Collective Eco-Friendly Autumn Market. A curated selection of eco-conscious vendors, vintage clothing, handmade goods, autumn crafts, ethically sourced treats, and fall family fun at Renfrew Community Association. Learn more at changemakerscollective.ca.

September 20, 12 to 1pm; National Music Centre Studio Bell Opera 101. Explore everything from storylines, languages, and characters to the power of the human voice. Enjoy live musical examples and discover why opera has captivated audiences for centuries. Learn more at studiobell.ca.

September 20, 2 to 3pm; Fall Bouquet, Garden Harvest Workshop. Blue Grass Garden Centre for an enchanting workshop where you can design a stunning fall flower arrangement, perfect for your Thanksgiving table. The in-house floral expert will guide you step-by-step in creating a beautiful bouquet that captures the vivid and vibrant colors of the autumn season. Learn more at bluegrassnursery.com.

September 20, 5 to 9pm; Wild After Hours: Tapirs (18+). Step into the secret world of Malayan tapirs at this adults-only event that explores the fascinating lives of these unique and mysterious creatures. Begin your evening with an exclusive, after-hours viewing of our two tapirs in their lush PETRONAS Gateway to Asia habitat, then head to Safari Lodge for a delicious four-course meal. Learn more at calgaryzoo.com.

September 20, 5 to 10pm; 4th Street Night Market. Back for its fifth summer, you can expect to see vendors selling everything from handmade jewelry and home decor items to food, apparel, planters and more at the 4th Street Night Market. Learn more at 4thstreetnightmarket.ca.

September 20 to 21; Mini Makers Market at Cherry Tree Lane Toys. Talented artists age four to 15 sell their wares and creations from crochet to photography, jewelry to pet rocks. Learn more at cherrytreelane.ca.

September 20 to October 12; Granary Road Harvest Fair. The Granary Road Harvest Fair is a family-friendly event that features the popular Pumpkin Hunt. Each ticket includes admission, a scenic tractor ride, and a pumpkin to take home. Learn more at granaryroad.com.

September 21, 11am to 2pm; Toozli Quest: The Whispering Grove. The Whispering Grove is Toozli’s very first live quest, a free flagship adventure for young explorers and families ready to see the world with curious eyes at Weaselhead Flats. Learn more at toozli.com. 

September 21, 11am to 4pm; The Barn Artisan Market. An evening of local vendors, music, food, drinks and fun at Shawnessy Barn. Enjoy two floors of unique, hand-crafted and made in Alberta products, food trucks, live music, and more. Learn more at thebarnartisanmarket.ca.

September 21, 3pm; Symphony Sundays for Kids: The Gruffalo. Take a trip into the deep, dark wood with the orchestra and Conductor Monica Chen! Based on the beloved books, The Gruffalo and The Gruffalo’s Child tell the tales of a clever little mouse and his encounters with a fearsome monster at Jack Singer Concert Hall. Learn more at calgaryphil.com.

September 22, 23, 25 & 29, 6 to 7:15pm; Free Wrestling Try It Classes. Join at the SLS Center for a fun and exciting introduction to wrestling. Jump into a practice, meet our friendly coaches and see how wrestling can be both empowering and fun. Learn more at links.cowboyswrestling.ca.

Tuesdays, until September 23; Community Nature Walks. Join staff from Calgary Parks and learn about the local plants and wildlife in our communities. Through a guided walk and activities, you will explore one of the many neighborhood greenspaces within Calgary and discover the wild right in your backyard. Learn more at calgary.ca.

September 24, 5 to 9pm; U/D Night Market. Take in live entertainment, browse local artisan vendors and explore all that our Retail Main Street has to offer. Be sure to enjoy some of the other popular park amenities, including the splash pad, greenspace and fire features. Learn more at myuniversitydistrict.ca.

September 24 to 28; Heritage Inn International Hot Air Balloon Festival. This is a must-see, awe-inspiring event in High River. Watch these beautiful, and sometimes quirky, balloons rise into the air, propelled by hot air. Learn more at heritageinninternationalballoonfestival.com.

September 25 to 27, 6 to 11pm; Night Light Festival. A three-night celebration of curated light, art, and performance that transforms Victoria Park into a dazzling spectacle. With interactive installations, projection-mapped architecture, and live performances, this is an immersive experience that entertains while inspiring the next generation of artists. Learn more at nightlightvicpark.ca.

September 26, 7 to 9:30pm; Locked Library: Ghost Stories. Get your Scooby Gang together and prepare for an evening of exploring, sleuthing, and puzzle-solving in Calgary’s spooky Central Library. You’ll be hot on the trail of mystery in this Library-sized BOO-dunnit, with clues to follow and challenges to solve on every level. Learn more at libraryfoundation.ca.

September 26, 7:30 to 8:30pm; The Psychology of Cheating: Why People Betray and How to Respond. Join University of Calgary psychologists Dr. Susan Boon, Dr. Sara Salavati, and Brianna Davison for a thought-provoking TapTalk exploring why people betray, how partners cope, and what forgiveness or revenge really means in the aftermath of infidelity at Bow River Brewing. Learn more at taptalks.ca.

September 26 to 28; Calgary Fall Home Show. The Calgary Fall Home Show is the place to get home advice from trusted local experts at the BMO Centre. Check out the latest trends and learn about the technology opportunities within your home. Learn more at calgaryfallhomeshow.com.

September 26 to October 27; Vertigo Theatre Presents: The Brothers Paranormal. Max and Visarut’s new paranormal investigation business has not had a single case. Just as they are about to give up, their first customer finally arrives! As unexplained phenomenon start occurring, the brothers realize they’re in for more than they expected, and everyone begins to question what is real and what is imagined. Learn more at vertigotheatre.com.

September 26 to October 13; YYC Pizza Fest. YYC Pizza Fest is an annual event with charity, community, and pizza crusts in mind. Each year, local participating restaurants craft an original recipe in a competition to be lauded Calgary’s best pizza. Learn more at yycpizzafest.com.

September 27, 9am to 1pm; Samaritan Club of Calgary Semi-Annual Fall Super Thrift Sale. Great deals on household goods, clothing and shoes for all, fashion accessories, collectibles, art, books, toys, sporting goods and more. All proceeds will benefit Calgarians in need through our various programs. Learn more at samaritanclub.ca.

September 27, 10am to 2pm; TTMAC’s Used Kids’ Clothing Sale. You do not want to miss Calgary’s largest sale of quality used kids and young adult clothing, toys and gear at Genesis Centre. Learn more at ttmac.org/sale.

September 27, 11am; Cineplex Family Favourites: The Croods. Visit participating Cineplex theatres near you and watch a favorite family film each week for only $3.99. Learn more at cineplex.com.

September 27, 11am and 1pm; IndigoKids Weekend Events: LEGO® Make & Take. Build, play, and take it away — create a LEGO® game controller to bring home. Learn more at ticketscene.ca.

September 27, 1 to 3pm; Calgary Opera Serious Family Fun. Doors are wide open at the Mamdani Opera Centre for people of all ages to play, learn, and discover. Serious Family Fun brings together storytellers from different cultures, puppetry, and audience participation to create opera magic on the spot. Learn more at calgaryopera.com.

Ongoing

Until September 30; Alberta Culture Days. Alberta Culture Days is the province’s month-long celebration of arts, heritage, diversity and community spirit, hosted by community organizations. It is an opportunity for all Albertans to discover, experience and celebrate arts and culture by attending or hosting local events and activities across the province. Learn more at alberta.ca.

Until September 30; Spirit of Reconciliation Activation. Southcentre Mall is honored to present Spirit of Reconciliation in recognition of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. In partnership with GlobalFest, Calgary Arts Development, and Blackfoot Crossing Historical Park, this activation transforms Centre Court into a place of reflection, learning, and connection. Learn more at southcentremall.com.

Sundays until September 30; Family Fun Hour at The Confluence. Get ready to play, create, and explore together. Each week brings a new theme packed with hands-on activities for kids ages toddler to 11. There’s always something exciting to discover—come join the fun. Learn more at theconfluence.ca.

Until October 5; Loose Moose Theatre Presents: Ugly Duckling. The Loose Moose Theatre for Kids is a truly magical experience for children four to ten years old, as well as fun and entertaining for parents. Learn more at loosemoose.com.

Weekends until October 13; Calaway Park Halloweekends. Join the Boo Crew at Calaway Park this Fall! Stroll through Hallotown… if you dare! Is it scary? No, it’s friendly! Dress up as your favorite family friendly character and enjoy a day of fall fun. Learn more at calawaypark.com.

Until October 18; Jubilations Dinner Theatre Presents: Top Gunn 2: A Supersonic Spoof. Get ready to blast off again, down the highway to the danger zone. It’s an all new mission set to the greatest hit songs of the ‘80s. Learn more at jubilations.ca.

Until October 18; Jubilations Junior Presents: Top Gunn Barbie Ken Takes Flight. We all know Barbie can do anything, from being a pilot to a store clerk, teacher to rock star, party planner to… mermaid?! Barbie can do it all, but what about Ken? Learn more at jubilations.ca.

Until October 19; Cirque du Soleil ECHO. Cirque du Soleil brings modern and surprising twists with ECHO, a story of connection, intention, and the bond between humans and the animal kingdom at the Big Top at Stampede Park. Learn more at cirquedusoleil.com/echo.

Fridays to Sundays, until October 26; Fall Days at Calgary Farmyard. Enjoy seasonal activities like wagon rides, a corn maze, and hands-on fun with adorable farm animals. Don’t miss out on Harvest Lights, where entire farm will be open and lit up for Friday and Saturday evenings from 5 to 9:30pm. Learn more at calgaryfarmyard.com.

Until November 2; Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo – Safari Sunday Brunch. A unique Calgary brunch experience in the heart of Destination Africa. Learn more at calgaryzoo.com.

Until November 9; Stage West Dinner Theatre Presents: Shear Madness. It’s a day like any other at the Shear Madness Salon, when suddenly, the lady upstairs gets knocked off. Join the fun as the audience matches wits with the suspects to catch the killer at this wildly popular comedy that has audiences laughing around the world. Learn more at stagewestcalgary.com.

Mondays to Thursdays, 9am to 12pm; Active Toddlers at the Genesis Centre. Bring your little one for a delightful playtime adventure with our bouncy castle, toys, puzzles, and a lot more for free. Learn more at genesis-centre.ca.

Thursdays, 4 to 4:30pm; Storytime at Mastermind Toys. Mastermind Toys often has special events at their Calgary stores, including storytime. Check with your store to confirm details. Learn more at mastermindtoys.com.

Weekends; Asylum for Art Brunch. Asylum for Art hosts weekend brunch and live music at the WaffleHaus Saloon. Admission is by donation, and you can reserve a spot. Learn more at asylumforart.ca.

Monday and Wednesday from 10 to 11:30 am. The Beach YYC Drop-In Children’s Playtime. On Monday and Wednesday mornings take part in children’s play time at the beach. Learn more at thebeachyyc.ca.

Monday to Thursday, 9am; Parent + Tot Drop-In at Cavalry FC Regional Field House. Cavalry offers a variety of drop-in programs for parents to participate in with their children ages 18 months to three years old. Learn more at regionalfieldhouse.com.

Drop-In Programs at City of Calgary Recreation Centres. Don’t miss out on Active Play where you can bring your kiddo’s energy to an indoor play space. Learn more at calgary.ca.

Storytime at Calgary Public Library. Drop into various Calgary Public Library locations to enjoy stories, songs, and finger plays for the whole family at Family Storytime. Learn more at calgarylibrary.ca.

All winter; Monday Night Twoonie Skate at Olympic Oval. Lace up and hit The Fastest Ice in the World™ every Monday this season for the Monday Night Toonie Skate. From 6pm to 8pm, you can carve up the ice for $2. Learn more at oval.ucalgary.ca.