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October 30 to November 9

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 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 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; The Military Museums Free Entry with Costume. Dress up + show up = free admission (ages four to 17). Take part in the scavenger hunt and earn a free BOGO pass for next time. Learn more at themilitarymuseums.ca.

October 31, 10am to 12pm; ‘Lil Pumpkins Preschool Halloween. 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, 3pm to 8pm; Halloween at Sunridge Shopping Centre. The fun starts festive and gets progressively spookier as the night goes on. Take part in trick-or-treating, a free haunted house photo for every group and contests. Learn more at sunridgeshopping.com.

October 31, 5 to 11pm; Village Ice Cream Free Kids Scoop. Make Village a trick-or-treat stop this Halloween! Get dressed up and make your way to a scoop shop near you for a free kids scoop in a regular cone or cup. Learn more at villageicecream.com.

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 2pm; Calgary Christian School Community Fall Fair. Enjoy browsing the Maker’s Market, play games, sip coffee, share delicious food, and experience the joy of community together. Learn more at facebook.com.

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, 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 2, 5 and 7; 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 11; Calgary’s Field of Crosses. At the Field of Crosses, you can honour those who have fallen for our country. Each of the 3,500 crosses erected on the north side of the Bow River – along Memorial Drive – is inscribed with the name, rank, regiment, and date of death of a Southern Alberta soldier killed in action. Learn more at fieldofcrosses.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.

November 3, 3 to 6pm; Crafts, Snacks & Connection at the Calgary West Family Resource Centre (Children’s Cottage). You’re invited to join Children’s Cottage Society for an afternoon of fun at the Calgary West Family Resource Centre. Explore free programs and supports for your family, meet the friendly team, and connect with community partners. Learn more at childrenscottage.ab.ca.

November 4, 7:30 to 9:45pm; The Fretless with the Calgary Youth Orchestra. Juno award winning Canadian foursome, The Fretless, will be joining the Calgary Youth Orchestra for a diverse energetic program of folk and classical melodies. Learn more at tickets.mru.ca.

November 5, 5 to 7pm; Kids’ Events at Staples: National Geographic Dig Event. These monthly activities and crafts feature popular kids’ brands like Crayola, LEGO, Staedler, and more. Learn more at eventbrite.com.

November 6, 5 to 8pm; Jingle & Mingle Event. A festive community gathering – Celebrate the magic of the season at Jingle & Mingle – a cozy, community centred event full of fun, festivities, and giving back. Entry is by donation to the Airdrie Food Bank. Learn more at bluegrassnursery.com.

November 6 to 9 and 13 to 16; Millarville Christmas Market. This market is one of the premier craft shows in Alberta. You’ll enjoy food trucks, music, reindeer viewing, photos with Santa, and more at Millarville Racetrack. Learn more at millarvilleracetrack.com.

November 7, 4:30 to 5:45pm; Free Soccer Fridays. 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.

November 7 to 8; Okotoks Christmas Market. Kick off your Christmas shopping at the annual Okotoks Christmas Market at the Foothills Centennial Centre. Learn more at themarketsquare.ca.

November 7 to 8; Unicorn Collective – The War Brides Are Coming. The Unicorn Collective is proud to celebrate the arrival of the War Brides by presenting their production of “The War Brides Are Coming”, a play based on the arrival of two war brides about to start a whole new life in Canada. Check it out at Theatre 1308. Learn more at eventbrite.ca.

November 7 to 8; Crossfield Christmas Market. Don’t miss this Christmas Market that has five destinations and over 200 Alberta Vendors. Check out the festive fun at Crossfield Community Centre, Crossfield Elementary School, WG Murdoch School, Collicutt Siding Golf Club, Crossfield Playschool. The Kids Only Holiday Shop for ages three to 12 takes place at the play school. Learn more at facebook.com.

November 7 to 8; Taylor Markets Christmas at Rockpointe Church. Two days of Christmas fun to kick off the festive season at Christmas at RockPointe Church in Bearspaw. Learn more at taylormarkets.ca.

November 8; Home Depot Kids Workshop: Build an Excavator. If you are looking for a fun activity to do with the family, Home Depot has a great workshop for kids that will teach them about building. Learn more at homedepot.ca.

November 8, 10am to 2pm; Go ENG Girl. A free annual event for Grade 7 to 10 for girls and non-binary youth to experience the exciting world of engineering through a series of fun hands-on activities and exhibits at Schulich School of Engineering. Learn more at schulich.ucalgary.ca.

November 8, 10am to 3pm; Canyon Meadows Community Association Christmas Market. A wonderful selection of gift-giving ideas for everyone on the list. Free entry with a donation to the Calgary Humane Society. Learn more at cmca.ca.

November 8, 10am to 4pm; Calgary’s Largest Garage Sale. A massive indoor event that spans 12,000 square feet, packed with treasures galore including vintage finds, tools, home decor, clothing, books, and toys at Thorncliffe Greenview Community Centre.

November 8, 10am to 4pm; Riverbend Community Fall Fair. A day of shopping locally made quality items in support of local businesses, as well as some fellowship and fun at Riverbend Community Centre. Learn more at riverbendcommunity.ca.

November 8, 10am to 5pm; Supermarche de l’Art. A unique event designed to make art accessible to everyone. Step into a creative marketplace where you can “shop” for original works—paintings, drawings, photographs, and illustrations—at affordable prices ranging from $30 to $300 at cSPACE Marda Loop. Learn more at cspacemardaloop.com.

November 8, 10:15am to 4:15pm; Local auditions for the Professional Ballet Program at Canada’s  National Ballet School. Take the leap and audition for Canada’s National Ballet School’s (NBS) Professional Ballet Program at at Decidedly Jazz Dance Works! As one of the only schools in North America to offer Olympic-calibre dance training, academic instruction and residence care all on one campus, NBS’ Professional Ballet-Academic Program is home to students in grades 6 to 12 from across Canada and around the world. Learn more at nbs-enb.ca.

November 8, 12 to 1:30pm; Make A One-of-A-Kind Snowglobe. Unleash your creativity and craft a unique snowglobe. Capture your favourite scene, season, or hobby -something that is totally you at Social Grounds. Learn more at eventbrite.ca.

November 8, 7:30pm; Nothing Compares: The Music of Prince. Prince fans, rejoice — this one’s for you! Celebrate the unparalleled talent and impact of the legendary artist as his timeless music is taken to the next level by your Calgary Phil at Jack Singer Concert Hall. Learn more at calgaryphil.com.

November 8 to 9; Calgary Reptile Expo. This is your opportunity to find your favorite local reptile, amphibian invertebrate and plant enthusiasts under one roof at Genesis Centre. Learn more at albertareptiles.ca.

November 8 to 9, 30 and December 7 and 13; Christmas With Santa and the Alpacas. Celebrate the holiday season surrounded by alpacas, festive activities and cozy winter cheer at Kirks Alpaca Farm. Learn more at kirksalpacafarm.ca.

November 8 to December 20; Leighton Art Centre Festive Foothills Art Sale. This beloved seasonal event features original artwork and fine craft from over 70 local artists, offering a wide range of pieces including paintings, pottery, jewelry, glass, textiles, and more.  Learn more at leightoncentre.org.

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.

November 9, 10:30am to 3pm; Scandinavian Christmas Bazaar & Craft Sale. Check out a wide variety of unique homemade baking, handmade crafts, toys, woodworking, knitting, and more at Scan Centre. Learn more at scancentre.ca.

November 9, 2 to 4pm; Michaels Kids’ Club: Snowman Ornament. Join us in-store to create a Snowman Ornament out of your fingers, perfect to gift or hang on your tree. Learn more at canada.michaels.com.

Ongoing

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.

Until January 10; Jubilations Dinner Theatre Presents: Pirates of the River Saskatchewan.  Cap’n Jack and his crew are ready to set sail from the port of Jubilations Dinner Theatre. The Cap’n is looking to recruit any and all who wish to join his gang and partake of this adventure. Great music and laughter surely await all who dare to climb aboard… and treasure of course, I meant music laughter and treasure! Learn more at jubilations.ca.

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.