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On October 21, 2025 by Calgary's Child

October 23 to November 2

October 23, 6:30pm; Thriving with the ADHD Child: Empowering Families and Educators Through Understanding and Strategy. An engaging session to help parents, teachers, and staff support children with ADHD at home and in the classroom. Resident expert Les Redick brings his professional insight and personal understanding to the topic at North Point School for Boys.

October 23 to 26; Ghoul’s Night Out at Heritage Park. Ghouls’ Night Out fills Heritage Park with dazzling lights, classic Halloween characters, frightfully fun games, hands-on crafts, live entertainment and plenty of seasonal magic. It’s the beloved family-friendly night out you look forward to every year — where fun is lurking around every corner. Learn more at heritagepark.ca.

October 24, 5 to 10pm; TELUS Spark Indigenous Science Night. This event brings together teachings from Indigenous, Land-based, and Global science, a chance for everyone to reconnect with the depth of teachings we are gifted from Ancestor Rocks. Learn more at sparkscience.ca.

October 24, 5:30 to 9:30pm; Mystery at the Museums 2025. The Military Museums Foundation invites you to attend their fifth annual Mystery at the Museums event. Compete with your team in a series of challenges designed to put your detective skills to the test and solve the case of a murder most foul. Learn more at tmmf.nationbuilder.com/mystery_at_the_museums_2025.

October 24, 6pm; Bowness Halloween: Jellybean Dance. Wear a costume and bring your best dance moves to the Bowness Community Association. Learn more at mybowness.com.

October 24 to 26; Bearspaw Fall Harvest Market. Join as the Bearspaw Fall Harvest Market showcases more than 75 vendors selling handmade wares. Learn more at bearspawcommunityassociation.com.

October 24 to 26; Calgary New and Used Ski Sale. You’ll find new and used downhill skis, snowboards, cross-country skis, gear, and clothing, all bargain-priced and safety-inspected at Max Bell Centre. Learn more at skisale.ca.

October 24 to 26, 7 to 8pm; Halloween on 17th – A Carnival of Curiosities. Halloween on 17th returns to transform the avenue into a world where magic, mischief, and mystery intertwine. A Carnival of Curiosities descends and 17th Ave becomes a living stage of the strange and spectacular. Strange oddities, roaming performers, luminous spectacles and trick-or-treaters bring the weekend to life. From Little Monsters Ball to the final Mystic Farewell, every moment is a chance to step into the extraordinary. Learn more at 17thave.ca.

Saturdays Until October 25; Spooky Saturdays at YouthLink Calgary Police Interpretive Centre. This family-friendly event is designed for kids under 10 with a rotating line up of playful and spooky Halloween-themed activities and crafts each week. Learn more at youthlinkcalgary.com.

Until October 25; Cobb’s Adventure Park: Pumpkin Palooza. You can celebrate fall and enjoy pumpkin-themed fun with Pumpkin Palooza. Pick a pumpkin to carve and get your amazing fall photos on Saturdays and Sundays in October. Learn more at cobbsadventurepark.com.

Until 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.

October 25, 10am to 2pm; 2025 Electronics Recycling Drive. Support a sustainable future through recycling. Donate your old electronics at the Electronics Recycling Drive at Southcentre Mall. Learn more at southcentremall.com.

October 25, 10am to 3pm; Dalhousie Harvest Market. The Harvest Market will have over 28 vendors that make, bake or grow their products in Alberta at the Dalhousie Community Association. Learn more at dalhousiecalgary.ca.

October 25, 10am to 4pm; The Hangar Flight Museum: Haunted Pumpkin Hunt. The whole family will enjoy the day, with special activities designed for kids ages three to ten. Check out the themed scavenger hunt, BINGO, and a flying craft featuring bats, ghosts, and witches. Learn more at thehangarmuseum.ca/upcoming-events.

October 25, 11am to 1pm; Cineplex Family Favourites: The Corpse Bride 20^th Anniversary. Visit participating Cineplex theatres near you and watch a favorite family film each week for only $3.99. Learn more at cineplex.com.

October 25, 11am to 2pm; Scarboro United Church Fall Faire. Browse through all sorts of goodies, do some super early holiday shopping, enjoy some refreshments, and have fun supporting this much-loved community event and important fundraiser. Learn more at scarborounited.org.

October 25, 11am to 6pm; Change Makers Collective Eco-Friendly Harvest Market. Just in time for spooky season and cozy weather, the Harvest Market is your go-to Calgary stop for handmade fall goods, artisan treats, vintage fashion, decor, and Halloween family fun at Renfrew Community Association. Learn more at changemakerscollective.ca.

October 25, 12 to 3pm; Seton Haunted Harvest. Celebrate the opening of the Seton Show Home Parade with an afternoon of fall fun, live entertainment, and a first look at the newest homes. Learn more at brookfieldresidential.com.

October 25, 1:30 to 4pm; Mainstreet Bowness BOO-FEST. Get ready for a frightfully fun day in the heart of Bowness. Bring the whole family (and your pets) for a community Halloween celebration filled with spooky surprises and delicious treats. Learn more at mainstreetbowness.com.

October 25, 2 to 3pm; Trunk or Treat. Dress up in your best costume and enjoy an afternoon with trick-or-treating, games, prizes, hot drinks, and plenty of festive fun for the whole family at 7015 Macleod Trail SW. Learn more at calgarycp.org.

October 25, 2:30 to 4:30pm; BLOX Arts Centre Halloween Howler. Find games and your trick-or-treat map, and then head out into the community. Learn more at bloxartscentre.ca.

October 25, 4 to 6:30pm; Grace Presbyterian Church Trunk or Treat. Dress up, bring your friends, and enjoy trick-or-treating in a safe, fun environment with decorated car trunks, treats, and games. Learn more at gracechurchcalgary.com.

October 25, 5 to 8pm; Spray Lake Sawmills Centre Truck or Treat. Trunk or Treat is a fun and safe alternative to traditional trick or treating. Trunk or Treaters will visit each station that has a fun and spooky decorated vehicle for Halloween treats. Learn more at allevents.in/cochrane.

October 25, 5 to 10pm; Creepshow Jellybean Dance Party. DJ and lightshow, freaky pumpkin carving, contests, all-ages crafts and activities, Live professional performers, contests, food truck and canteen – all you need is your free tickets to Calgary’s coolest (and creepiest) Halloween dance party. Learn more at capitolhillcommunity.ca.

October 25; Trellis Society Soirée. You’ll be treated to an unforgettable night of live music, dancing, and connection, with opportunities to bid on incredible silent and live auction items and raffle packages. Learn more at growwithtrellis.ca/soiree.

October 25; Lougheed House Murder Mystery Dinner. A three-course dinner in the historic Lougheed House, while the mystery plays out around you and you get a chance to discover the murderer for yourself. Learn more at lougheedhouse.com.

October 25, 7pm; Calgary’s Ultimate Halloween Party: Menagerie Halloween. If you love Halloween and are way past the bar scene, this event is for you. Don’t miss the costume contest, Halloween games, a scavenger hunt, a silent auction, and hits from the ’70s, ’80s and ’90s at 4825 Mount Royal Gate SW. Learn more at menagerieyyc.ca/Halloween.

October 25, 7 to 9pm; New West Symphony and Chorus Concert. Enjoy a variety of choral and orchestral pieces with this excellent Calgary choir at Oak Park Church of Christ. Learn more at newwestsociety.com.

October 25 to 26; 10am to 4pm; Heritage Treasures Fall Market. The Heritage Centre’s Heritage Treasures Craft and Artisan Markets are the perfect place to find local artisans, crafters, and tasty treats at Heritage Centre Big Red Barn. Learn more at mvetheheritagecentre.com.

October 25 to 26, 11am to 5pm; The Confluence Artisan Market. A cozy autumn weekend of discovering some of the best makers our city has to offer at The Confluence Historic Site. From unique gifts and handmade crafts to delectable treats and eats, enjoy browsing over 70 incredible vendors and discover your next great find. Learn more at theconfluence.ca.

October 25 to 26; ZooBOO. Turn trick-or-treating with the kids into a wild adventure at ZooBOO with the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo. Enjoy a day packed with ‘ghoulishly’ good fun as kids grab their ZooBOO Safari Card, set off to explore the zoo grounds, and collect stamps along the way. They can then settle in to enjoy the ‘terror-ific’ tunes and performances of the Wilder Bunch. Returning this year, the monster mural invites children to show off their creativity by coloring a ‘fang-tastic’ design in the Brawn Family Foundation River Lodge. Of course, Halloween would not be complete without trick-or-treating. To mark the occasion, treat stations across the zoo will have staff and volunteers ready to hand out snacks. Whichever ZooBOO day you choose, be sure to dress up and enjoy a hauntingly good time! Learn more at calgaryzoo.com.

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.

October 26, 10am to 5pm; SPOTLIGHT YSC! 40 Years of Inspiring Performers. Youth Singers of Calgary is turning 40 and you’re invited to the party! SPOTLIGHT YSC is a full-day celebration of creativity, community, and the thousands of performers who’ve made YSC what it is today at Studio Bell. Learn more at youthsingers.org.

October 26, 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.

October 26, 1 to 3pm; St David’s United Church Trunk or Treat. Dress in your favorite costume and come for a fun afternoon of treats and games. Learn more at stdavidsunitedchurch.ca.

October 26, 2 and 3:30pm; Christopher Cool Halloween Magic Show. Come enjoy a Halloween Magic Show with Christopher Cool at Dalhousie Community Association. Tickets are $20 per family. Learn more at christophercool.com.

October 26, 2 to 4pm; Michaels MakeBreak: Beaded Eyeball Plant. Create a creepy Beaded Eyeball Plant. All you need to do is purchase the clay pot and Michaels will provide the rest. Learn more at canada.michaels.com.

October 26, 4 to 6pm; Trunk or Treat. This is a neurodiversity-affirming and disability-friendly event. There will be sensory-friendly trunks, a quiet “take a break” space, accessible trick or treating as well as food and non-food treats so every child can enjoy Halloween comfortably at Abbeydale Community Association.

October 26, 5 to 7:30pm; Southview Church Trunk or Treat. Trick-or-treat from decorated trunks, a fun and easy way to trick or treat all in one spot. There will be hot chocolate, a photo booth, and voting on the best trunk. Learn more a southviewchurch.com.

October 26, 7 to 9:30pm; Calgary Jazz Orchestra: The Music of Alicia Keys and Celebrating 90 years of Al Muirhead. The music of Alicia Keys reimagined, with the CJO and guest singers. The event will celebrate and feature Al Muirhead, one of the founding members, on his 90th birthday at Bella Concert Hall. Learn more at calgaryjazzorchestra.com.

Until 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.

October 28; Landmark Cinemas Park the Stroller: Mortal Kombat 2. For “grown-up” movie lovers who want to get their fix of the latest blockbusters or indie films in a baby-friendly environment. Baby talk and other parenting requirements are encouraged plus stroller parking is available and latecomers are welcomed. Learn more at landmarkcinemas.com.

October 29, 30 and November 1; Unsettled Fright Night at Heritage Park. When the sun goes down, the Settlement transforms into Unsettled — an intense Red Zone scare experience created in partnership with Haunted Calgary. Step into a haunted historic village filled with terrifying scenes, unsettling encounters, and scare actors lurking around every corner. Learn more at heritagepark.ca.

October 30, 5 to 8pm; Creatures of cSPACE Halloween Showcase. This October, the halls of cSPACE Marda Loop come alive! Wander through four imaginative floors—each home to a mysterious “Creature” born from the spirit of the building itself: Creativity, Collaboration, Change, and Community. Learn more at cspacemardaloop.com.

October 30 to 31; House of Skate: Halloween. Two nights, twice the terror. Come get your groove on with three different DJs during these spooky nights on wheels. Learn more at houseofskate.ca.

October 30 to November 2; Festival Of Crafts Handmade Market. Calgary’s favorite curated craft sale returns to the BMO Centre in Stampede Park with handmade gems from more than 140 Canadian craftspeople. Sip, sample and shop quality goods you won’t find at the mall: from home decor, woodcraft, gourmet food and craft spirits, to jewellery, candles, body care, and fall fashions. Learn more at festivalofcrafts.com.

Until October 31; HallowSTEAM at TELUS Spark. Every weekend in October and on Halloween – Spark will host Lady Buggy and her amazing bugs, beetles, and other wiggly friends. Daily from 10am to 2pm and Saturdays until 3pm, guests can even dissect a worm in Steven’s lab. On Halloween Day, costumes are welcome, make a mask and crafts, and join in a Halloween costume parade with candy at 2pm. Learn more at sparkscience.ca.

Until October 31; Pasta La Feasta. In honor of National Pasta Month, many of Calgary’s best restaurants have teamed up to give back to the community. For the entire month of October, each participating restaurant will feature a select pasta dish, with money from every dish sold going directly to The Alex Community Food Centre. Learn more at pastalafeasta.ca.

Thursdays to Sundays until October 31; Haunted Mini Golf at WinSport. Putt your way through eerie obstacles, spooky decorations, and plenty of Halloween surprises. It’s a lighthearted (and sometimes slightly spooky) way to get into the Halloween spirit. Learn more at winsport.ca.

Until October 31; Haunted Historic Inglewood. An annual month-long event in October that celebrates the Halloween season in Calgary’s oldest neighborhood, offering a variety of spooky activities like guided ghost tours and haunted business promotions. Learn more at inglewoodyyc.ca/haunted-historic-inglewood.

Until October 31, Pumpkins After Dark. Explore the magical pathway of lit pumpkin sculptures and displays, with music, sounds and special effects at WinSport. With classic Halloween characters, dinosaurs and dragons, movie and pop culture icons – this family friendly event has something for everyone. Make Pumpkins After Dark your new annual tradition! Learn more at calgary.pumpkinsafterdark.com.

Until October 31; Story City Spook & Stroll. Try to solve the mystery of Chinatown’s secret doors or go on imaginary dates with unforgettable characters to Calgary’s best date spots. Choose your adventure, don a costume, and download the free Story City app now! Learn more at about.storycity.app.

Saturdays and Sundays until October 31; Harvest Pumpkin Fest at Butterfield Acres. Stroll through the farmyard and find your perfect pumpkins at Butterfield Acres this year! Add in some great animal visits, fabulous fall photo-ops, pony rides, a ride through Scarecrow Alley in the back woodlands and you’ve got the must-do fall family fun day that is great for the entire family. Learn more at butterfieldacres.com.

October 31; Calgary Farmers’ Market Halloween Spooktacular. Head to the Calgary Farmers’ Market this Halloween for spooktacular fun! There will be crafts, a pumpkin carving competition, trick-or-treating, and more at both the West and South locations. Learn more at calgaryfarmersmarket.ca.

October 31, 10am to 12pm; Trico Centre Lil’ Pumpkins Halloween Party. This preschool Halloween party is a morning full of spooky-silly fun for little pumpkins, ghosts, and giggle monsters up to age five at Trico Centre for Family Wellness. Learn more at tricocentre.ca.

October 31, 2:30 to 5:30pm; House of Skate: Kids’ Halloween Skate Party. It’s a Halloween costume party on wheels at House of Skate, Calgary’s roller rink. Learn more at houseofskate.ca.

October 31; 6 to 11:30pm; Halloween with the King of Horror: Stephen King Double Feature. Get ready for an exciting double feature that takes you into the dark and mysterious world of Stephen King! This Halloween, prepare for an evening filled with intense psychological horror and supernatural suspense as The Confluence showcases two adaptations of his best-selling novels: The Shining and Doctor Sleep. Learn more at theconfluence.ca.

October 31, 6:30pm; Diwali Dinner and Dance. Mark your calendars for Calgary’s most stunning, classy, and elegant Diwali celebration – the 6th Annual DIWALI DHAMAAKA – Dinner & Dance at the gorgeous Empire Banquet Hall. Learn more at sparqproductions.com.

October 31, 7 to 11pm; Halloween Centre Halloween Teen Dance Party. Come check out DJ Troy, games, prizes and costumes at the Heritage Centre Big Red Barn. Learn more at eventbrite.ca.

October 31, 7:30pm; Steve Hackman’s Skull + Bones. Get spooky with your Calgary Phil this Halloween as visionary conductor Steve Hackman leads the Orchestra in classic spine-tingling showpieces like The Sorcerer’s Apprentice, Mars from The Planets, Danse Macabre, and more at Jack Singer Concert Hall. Learn more at calgaryphil.com.

Weekends until November 1; ScreamFest. Canada’s largest and scariest Halloween event. At ScreamFest you will experience haunted houses, Halloween-themed carnival games, creepy and disturbing entertainment, and fear at GMC Stadium. Learn more at screamfest.ca.

Until November 1; Calgary Young People’s Theatre Presents: Romeo & Juliet. Romeo & Juliet is co-produced by CYPT and The Shakespeare Company, and will feature four professional actors in the adult roles alongside CYPT teen performers.  All performances are held at West Village Theatre. Learn more at cypt.ca.

Until November 1; StoryBook Theatre Presents: School of Rock: The Musical. Based on the hit movie, Dewey Finn, an out-of-work musician, pretends to be a substitute teacher at a prestigious prep school. Despite his shortcomings, Finn inspires a group of conforming students to embrace their talent and individuality. Learn more at storybooktheatre.org.

November 1, 10am to 3pm; Good Shepherd Moravian Wonderful Winter Craft Fair. Explore 36 tables of unique items hand-crafted by local artisans. Learn more at goodshepherdmoravian.org.

November 1, 10am to 4pm; Brentwood Community Association Christmas Craft Market. Get everything you need for the holidays from baked goods to the perfect gifts for everyone on your list. Learn more at brentwoodcommunity.com.

November 1, 10am to 4pm; CRLC Christmas Artisan Fair. Gifting season is here and so is the chance to check out the talented and varied artistry of Calgary Rock and Lapidary Club members at Thorncliffe Community Hall. Learn more at crlc.ca.

November 1, 11am to 4pm; Silk Route Children’s Bazaar. A one-day marketplace for children to develop a brand, create a product or service, build a marketing strategy and then open for business. Learn more at silkroutechildrensbazaar.com.

November 1, 12 to 6pm; Sky Castle: Hallo-wheel Skate Party. The Sky Castle Roller Rink is rolling out a full day of spooky skating, games, contests, and treats for all ages. Learn more at skycastleroller.ca.

November 1 to 2; Calgary Opera Presents: Madama Butterfly. A young Japanese woman falls for an American naval officer who promises more than he plans to deliver. A transporting story with a gutting conclusion. Featuring the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra. Sung in Italian with English translations. Learn more at calgaryopera.com/madama-butterfly.

November 1 to 2, 10am to 4pm; Parkland Winter Market. Stroll and play in beautiful Park 96 and visit great artisans in the clubhouse. Pick up some great gifts and enjoy seasonal treats. Learn more at park96.com.

November 1 to 23; Loose Moose Theatre Presents: The 3 Mooseketeers. The Loose Moose Theatre Company makes going to the theatre an experience that is truly magical for children four to ten years old, as well as fun and entertaining for parents. Learn more at loosemoose.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.

November 2, 10am to 4pm; Mount Pleasant Potters’ Guild Fall Pottery Market. Join for the Annual Pottery Sale featuring 30 incredible local potters—all in one place at Triwood Community Association.  Learn more at calgarypottery.com.

November 2, 12 to 4pm; Day of the Dead Festival. A vibrant celebration of Mexican culture where love, art and history blend in a unique way at the Mamdani Opera Center. Learn more at dayofthedeadincalgary.ca.

November 2, 2 to 4pm; Michaels MakeBreak: Floral Ornament. Join in-store to create a floral filled ornament to help kick off the holiday season. All you need to do is purchase the empty ornament and Michaels will provide the rest. Learn more at canada.michaels.com.

Ongoing

Until November 9; Alberta Theatre Projects Presents: The Legend of Sleepy Hollow (12+). Brought to wildly imaginative life by the twisted genius of The Old Trout Puppet Workshop, this world premiere adaptation of The Legend of Sleepy Hollow breathes exciting new life into the enduring and haunting tale of the Headless Horseman at Martha Cohen Theatre- just in time for Halloween… Learn more at albertatheatreprojects.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.

Thursdays, 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 January 1; Light Art Projection. Each evening at dusk, the artistic responses of four Indigenous youth, who learned how to use projection mapping to project their artistic responses onto 3D objects such as trees, grass and tipis, will be displayed on the northwest corner of the Barracks building at The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland. Learn more at theconfluence.ca/150.

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.