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September 3 to 13

September 3, 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 3 to 7; Windwood Music Festival. Mark your calendars for the Windwood Music Festival in Airdrie (with some events happening in Calgary, Strathmore and Banff) this September. The event brings classical and contemporary music to the community. Learn more at windwoodfestival.com.

September 4 to 5; How To Train Your Dragon 2 in Concert. How To Train Your Dragon 2 In Concert features this spectacular sequel presented in HD with composer John Powell’s thrilling score performed live to picture by your Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra in an awe-inspiring experience for the whole family at Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium. Learn more at calgaryphil.com.

September 4 to 6; Canmore Highland Games. Come check out all kinds of great activities celebrating Celtic culture in this gorgeous mountain setting. Learn more at canmorehighlandgames.ca.

September 4 to 6; BBQ on the Bow. A free, fun, family-oriented annual culinary festival featuring one of Canada’s oldest sanctioned BBQ competitions at Calgary Shrine Stables. Learn more at bbqonthebow.com.

September 4 to 7; Cochrane Lions Club Rodeo. Visit the Lions Club Rodeo Grounds for rodeo competitions, great food, a kids’ zone, live music, and various vendors. Learn more at cochranerodeo.com.

September 4 to 7; Fiesta Filipino. Four days of food, music, culture, performances, vendors, and community vibes all in one place – Eau Claire Plaza.

Fridays, September 4 to 11, 5 to 10pm; Inglewood Night Market. The Inglewood Night Market is back for the 2026 summer season at 10th avenue and 10th Street SE. Learn more at inglewoodnightmarket.ca.

Fridays, September 4 to 18; Free Soccer Friday. Free Soccer Fridays 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.

Until September 5; Rosebud Theatre Presents: Anne of Green Gables. Based on the novel by L.M. Montgomery, Anne of Green Gables is a musical story of love and belonging for all ages. Learn more at rosebudtheatre.com.

Saturdays, Sundays and Thanksgiving Monday, September 5 to October 12; Calaway Park Halloweekends. Enjoy fall and celebrate Halloween early at Halloweekends. It’s costume-filled, family-friendly fun with rides, games, food, and more. Learn more at calawaypark.com/halloweekends.

September 5, 10am to 2pm; Alberta Craft Gallery + Shop: Free Workshop. Join Alberta Craft Gallery + Shop for a free craft activity. Get crafty with a Make and Take Paper Fish. Learn more at albertacraft.ab.ca.

September 5; Landmark Cinemas Sensory Friendly Movies: Paw Patrol: The Dino Movie. The lights will be up a bit, and the sound will be down. It will be a relaxed environment where you can enjoy a great movie. Learn more at landmarkcinemas.com.

September 5, 12 to 5pm; Calgary VegFest. There will be educational speakers, interactive booths, hands-on-learning, live music, family-friendly activities, and lots of delicious plant-based food and products at Sunalta Community Hall and Hub. Learn more at calgaryvegansociety.com.

September 5 to 6, 10:30am to 4:30pm; Alberta Culture Days: Family Music Celebration. Step into the National Music Centre’s newest exhibit, PlayLab, for a full weekend of live music, rhythm games, sound effects, and singalongs for all ages. Learn more at studiobell.ca.

September 5 to 6; Hangar Flight Museum Open Aircraft Days. Choose to come based on your favorite plane, or the date you’re available for a visit, or sit in all five planes this summer. Learn more at thehangarmuseum.ca.

September 5 to 6; Afro-Caribbean Festival. The Afro-Caribbean Festival is a vibrant celebration of African and Caribbean heritage, showcasing cultural diversity through a flag-raising parade, music, dance, and cuisine at Lot 6. Learn more at africanival.or.

September 5; Studio Bell PlayLab: DIY Sound Factory. Through play and experimentation, kids ages five to nine explore ideas like vibration, rhythm, and volume while turning ordinary materials into instruments they can use right away. Learn more at studiobell.ca.

Until September 6; Storybook Theatre Presents: Hadestown: Teen Edition. Blending ancient myth with a modern, folk- and jazz-inspired score, Hadestown: Teen Edition invites audiences into a haunting, hopeful world where love is tested, power is questioned, and belief can change everything. Learn more at storybooktheatre.org.

Until September 6; Calgary Pride. One of the most vibrant events in Calgary at Prince’s Island Park. From a parade to inspirational speakers, parties and more, there will be tons of incredible things happening in celebration of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community this summer. Learn more at calgarypride.ca.

Until September 7; Canada Strong Pass. Discover a wide range of experiences – from majestic parks and captivating museums to inspiring historic sites and unforgettable train journeys for free. The Canada Strong Pass makes exploring our country more accessible than ever. Learn more at canada.ca.

Until September 7; The Royal Duck Bounce Park Activation at Marlborough Mall. Quack into family fun before it’s gone! The Royal Duck Bounce Park is at Marlborough Mall now through to September 7. Don’t miss your chance to waddle over and experience this immersive duck-themed adventure before we fly away on September 7!  Learn more at royalduck.ca.

September 8, 7pm; Twilight Symphony in Central Park. New Calgary Phil Resident Conductor Ilan Kumaranayake Mendel makes his debut with the Orchestra in the community of Alpine Park for another Twilight Symphony in Central Park. Learn more at calgaryphil.com.

September 9, 5 to 8pm; Free House Dance Try It Free. Don’t miss this chance for kids to try something new and see if they love it! Be sure to register to reserve your spot. Learn more at freehousedance.com.

September 9, 5:30 to 9:30pm; Equi-Plex Shopping & Barn Party Kick Off. More than 120 local vendors and artists will join the Spruce Meadows ‘Masters’, and they’re kicking off the week with the third annual Shopping & Barn Party. Start at the Fine Art Show (with a welcome drink in hand) and continue into the stunning ambiance of the Equi-Plex Shops and Spirits for a fun evening of shopping, live music and mouthwatering BBQ. Learn more at showpass.com.

September 9 to 13; Spruce Meadows Masters. All tournament tickets include access to sport, entertainment, and our weekend activities throughout the grounds—plus complimentary parking. Learn more at sprucemeadows.com.

Thursdays until September 10; containR Commons Events. Meet containR Commons—our weekly free family friendly series from 3 to 5pm on Thursdays. Activities include sing-alongs, guided crafts, family dance parties, gymnastic performances, and more. Learn more at springboardperformance.com.

September 11, 4 to 7pm; Carya Village Commons Community Market. Enjoy live music, discover local makers and artists, and stock up on fresh bread and affordable produce. Learn more at caryacalgary.ca.

September 11, 4 to 11pm; Mid-Autumn Lantern Festival. Stroll beneath hundreds of beautiful lanterns hanging throughout the neighbourhood and experience Chinatown transformed into a vibrant celebration of light. Learn more at calgarychinatown.com.

September 11, 6 to 10pm; Fairview Movie in the Park: Hoppers. A super fun evening, in what has been a community tradition for over 20 years! There will be bouncy houses, games, popcorn, ice cream, and concessions, with the movie starting at 8pm. Learn more at facebook.com.

September 11, 7 to 10pm; Sunalta Movie in the Park. Bring your blankets and chairs and join Sunalta and Scarboro Community Associations for their Royal Sunalta Park Annual Movie in the Park. Learn more at sunalta.net.

September 11, 7:15pm; Coach Hill/Patterson Heights Movie in the Park: The Goonies. Get dinner at a food truck, bring your lawn chairs, and enjoy the evening at Prominence Park. Learn more at chph.ca.

September 11, 7:30pm; Dolly Parton’s Threads: My Songs in Symphony. Featuring Dolly’s songs and the stories behind them in an innovative multimedia symphonic experience featuring Dolly on screen at Jack Singer Concert Hall. This performance leads audiences in a visual-musical journey of her songs, her life, and her stories. Learn more at calgaryphil.com.

September 11 to 12; Franco Festival. Franco Festival Calgary, hosted by the Portail de l’Immigrant Association, is Calgary’s first cultural celebration showcasing the rich diversity of Francophone communities from around the world at Prince’s Island Park. Learn more at travelalberta.com.

September 11 to 13; Alberta Biodiversity Festival. Celebrate the rich biodiversity in our province and learn about how you can help protect these diverse ecosystems. On September 19, check out the Alberta Biodiversity Festival finale event at Bow Habitat Station. Learn more at calgaryzoo.com.

September 11 to 13; Monster Jam Tour. Enjoy big-time family fun at Monster Jam, where the world’s best drivers and their 12,000-pound monster trucks tear up the dirt in wide-open competitions of speed and skill at GMC Stadium. Learn more at monsterjamcanada.ca.

September 11 to 14; Cinema on 17th. Enjoy outdoor movies in Tomkins Park, featuring live performances and immersive moments that make this more than your typical movie night. Learn more at 17thave.ca.

Fridays to Sundays, September 11 to October 25, 9:30am to 5pm; Fall Days at Calgary Farmyard. Enjoy fun activities like exploring a corn maze, finding the perfect pumpkin, and ziplining. Learn more at calgaryfarmyard.com.

Fridays and Saturdays, September 11 to October 24; Calgary Farmyard Harvest Lights. The lights come on at sundown. The only area left unlit will be the giant corn maze, so you can bring your flashlight and have some fun. Learn more at calgaryfarmyard.com.

Until September 12; Surge Basketball Clinics. Free basketball clinics every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday from June through September, hosted at the Century Gardens Basketball Courts. Learn more at calgarysurge.ca.

Until September 12; Markets in the Plaza at Heritage Park. Shop local vendors, explore the shops in the Plaza, grab a bite to eat and be entertained at Markets in the Plaza. Learn more at heritagepark.ca.

September 12; Home Depot Kids’ Workshop: Build a Go Kart. 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.

September 12, 9am to 4pm; Chestermere Country Fair. Check out produce, baking, and crafts, and enjoy a parade, pancake breakfast, and farmers market at Chestermere Recreation Centre. Enjoy the mutton busting, an indoor marketplace, a kids’ zone, and more. Learn more at rvcagsociety.ca.

September 12, 9 am to 5pm; The Saskatoon Farm Harvest Market. This market features indoor and outdoor vendors, farm-grown fresh produce, local performances, and activities for the whole family. Learn more at saskatoonfarm.com.

September 12, 10 to 11am; Yoga in the Rockies. Find your flow among the peaks with Yoga in the Rockies at Banff Sunshine Village. This one-hour outdoor yoga session takes place on the Centennial Day Lodge deck in the Village, surrounded by breathtaking alpine views. Following the class, guests are invited to join an optional social hike through the stunning Alpine Meadows. Learn more at skibanff.com.

September 12, 10am to 4pm; Springbank Old Tyme Fall Fair. Families can celebrate the area’s agricultural roots and community spirit at Springbank Park for All Seasons. Free entry and fun activities including a kid zone, vendors, food trucks, and more. Learn more at springbankpark.com.

September 12, 3 to 8pm; Rattle the Bones at Dino Park – A Festival Celebration. Get ready to Rattle the Bones at Dino Park. Bouncy castles! Food trucks! Beer garden! Groovy mainstage music all event long! Children’s performers! Calgary Library Book Truck! Fairy Hut Facepainting! Magic show spectacular! Roaming alpacas in the park and much, much more! Learn more at capitolhill.getcommunal.com.

September 12, 12 to 3pm; Hindu Heritage Society’s Cultural Showcase. Welcome to Calgary’s cultural showcase, where we explore the sacred craft of Indigenous dream catchers and the geometric beauty of Sanatani Warli tribal paintings. Enjoy folk music, cultural showcases, photo booths, lantern making, arts, crafts, snacks and more. Learn more at hhs-alberta.org.

September 12, 11am to 1pm; Studio Bell PlayLab: Feet to the Beat. Turn up the music and shake it out! Join the PlayLab and get moving and grooving to a new style of dance. Learn more at studiobell.ca.

September 12, 11am to 4pm; airdrieFEST.  A free outdoor street festival that celebrates the local community. You can visit local businesses, non-profits, sports teams, artisans, and enjoy live music, entertainment, vendors, and family activities. Learn more at airdrie.ca.

September 12, 12 to 5pm; Something Wondrous — Southern Alberta’s Indigenous Music Festival. This year’s festival brings together a curated lineup of Indigenous musicians, a fashion showcase, an expanded artisan market, food trucks, traditional games and a Tsuut’ina-led workshop at Taza Park Sales & Marketing Centre. Learn more at taza.ca.

September 12, 2 to 3:45pm; Banff Sunshine Village: Stoney Nakoda Watäga Dancers and Singers. Experience the traditions of the Stoney Nakoda First Nation with the Watäga Dancers and Singers at Banff Sunshine Village. Through traditional song, dance and storytelling, guests can learn more about Stoney Nakoda culture. Learn more at skibanff.com.

September 12, 5 to 9pm; Symons Valley Movie in the Park. There will be food trucks and pre-show fun before the movie. Then, at 7:30pm, settle in for Minions and Monsters at Symons Valley Park. Learn more at facebook.com.

September 12, 5 to 10pm; Marda Loop Night Market. Visit this trendy neighbourhood to shop the latest in handmade, vintage, and one-of-a-kind goods; with food trucks and live music too! Learn more at mardaloopnightmarket.ca.

September 12, 6:30 to 9pm; How True Is a True Story?: Goodfellas (1990). Have you ever wanted to know the real story behind movies based on true events? The reality is that these films often blur the lines between fact and fiction. Before the film, there will be a 15-minute presentation about the true events that inspired it. You may be surprised to learn what is accurate and what is pure Hollywood. Spoiler alert: the truth is often stranger than fiction. Learn more at theconfluence.ca.

September 12 to 13; Calgary Cat Festival and Market. This family-friendly event brings together cat lovers, rescue organizations, and local businesses for two fun-filled days at Contemporary Calgary. Learn more at calgarycatfest.com.

September 12 to 13; Cochrane Culture Days. Experience Cochrane’s rich cultural diversity at this free family event. Learn more at cochraneartsociety.com.

September 12 to 13; Honens Festival for Families. A series of relaxed, sensory-friendly classical music concerts and child-friendly events held at various locations during the annual Honens Festival. Learn more at honens.com.

September 12 to 13; City of Calgary Curbside Treasure Hunt. Place your used items in good condition on your property (next to the sidewalk or curb) for others to take. This initiative gives useable items a new life while keeping them out of the landfill. Learn more at calgary.ca.

September 12 to 13; Enchanted Okotoks. Begin your heroic journey as downtown Okotoks transforms into an interactive fantasy adventure. Learn more at fantasybynumbers.ca/enchanted-okotoks.

September 13, 8:30am; RBC Race for the Kids 2026. Celebrating its 10th year in Calgary, the RBC Race for the Kids is a family-friendly day that includes a six-km run or walk along the Glenmore Reservoir, a pancake breakfast, and a full day of family fun at Heritage Park. Learn more at my.childrenshospital.ab.ca.

September 13, 11:30am to 12:30pm; Outdoor Scavenger Hunt Competition. Turn the city into your own personal gameboard! Travel through Calgary’s history and explore hidden artistic gems on this outdoor scavenger hunt at The Confluence. Learn more at theconfluence.ca.

September 13, 1 to 4pm; University District Block Party. Come out and see what’s been happening in U/D and meet the newest retailers and connect as Retail Main Street comes to life. Learn more at myuniversitydistrict.ca/blockparty.

September 13, 2pm; Phil in the Park. Grab your blankets and picnic baskets as we once again welcome all of Calgary to join us at Prince’s Island Park for a free community concert! Performing an eclectic mix of classical favourites, show tunes, and pops, the Orchestra and conductor Juliane Gallant provide the perfect soundtrack to a fun-filled afternoon in the beautiful heart of the city. Learn more at calgaryphil.com

September 13 to 27; The Royal Duck Bounce Park Activation at CrossIron Mills. Calgary families, get ready to duck into fun! The Royal Duck Bounce Park invasion is coming to CrossIron Mills for a limited-time pop-up! Join us for a quack-tastic, interactive family adventure packed with share-worthy moments and memories for all ages. Book your tickets early before they fly away! Learn more at royalduck.ca.

Ongoing

Until September 20; Red Panda Breakfast at Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo. Get red-y to start your day with a hearty pancake breakfast, fresh fruit, and other buffet favourites while learning about our beloved red pandas. Your ticket includes exclusive early zoo access, a delicious breakfast, an engaging interpretive talk, and a private viewing of our red pandas in their newly redeveloped Asian Highlands habitat. Learn more at calgaryzoo.com/events/red-panda-breakfast.

Thursdays until September 25, 3:30 to 7:30pm; Bridgeland Riverside Farmers’ Market. An incredible selection of produce, baked goods, dinner options and treats at Bridgeland Riverside Community Association. Learn more at brcacalgary.org.

Until September 27; River Hall. A vibrant space where local culture, gastronomy, music, and community moments come together at Lot 6. Designed as an inclusive and accessible gathering place, River Hall celebrates neighborhood life through free, family-friendly programming. Learn more at airecommune.com/en/projects/river-hall.

Until September 30; Bow Habitat Station Trout Pond. The Kids Can Catch Trout Pond provides young anglers and their mentors a place to learn to fish right in the heart of Calgary. The Trout Pond is stocked with up to 200 rainbow trout from the Sam Livingston Fish Hatchery each fishing season. Learn more at bowhabitat.alberta.ca.

Until September 30; Alberta Culture Days. An opportunity to discover, experience and celebrate arts and culture through local events and activities, in person and online across the province. Learn more at culturedays.ca.

Saturdays until October, 9am to 2pm; Millarville Farmers’ Market. The Millarville Farmers’ Market is Southern Alberta’s largest outdoor market, featuring over 100 local vendors, food trucks, and artisans. Located at the Millarville Racetrack, it operates Saturdays from June to October. Learn more at millarvilleracetrack.com.

Thursdays until October 1, 3:30 to 7:30pm; Dalhousie Farmers’ Market. Browse a wide variety of vendors offering fresh, ready-to-eat, frozen, and handcrafted goods. In addition, enjoy live music each week and grab a bite from one of the food trucks. Learn more at dalhousiecalgary.ca.

Saturdays until October 4; Farmers & Makers Market at cSPACE Marda Loop. Held at cSPACE features more than 50 local farmers, food and craft artisan vendors, and food trucks. Learn more at cspacemardaloop.com.

Sundays until October 4; Bearspaw Lions Farmers’ Market. There are over 110 vendors in the market including returning vendors and new faces at 25240 Nagway Road. Learn more at bearspawlions.com.

Until October 9; Jubilations Junior Presents: How to Train Your Stitch. Can Lila teach the beast she has found how to stop wrecking everything in its path and save herself from getting into trouble? Find out if the creature can be tamed during this wild musical designed especially for kids and families. Learn more at jubilations.ca.

Sundays until October 11, 11am to 4pm; Iron Horse Park. This park in Airdrie is all about miniature trains that represent the Canadian Pacific Railway in the west. A 1/8‑scale locomotive will carry you along a scenic 1.6 km journey through tunnels, over trestles, and across prairie-inspired landscapes, for a one-of-a-kind railway adventure. Learn more at ironhorsepark.ca.

Until October 17; Jubilation Dinner Theatre Presents: Rock Around the Clock with Elvis and Friends. Go back the time of Elvis and Buddy Holly… to the sound of La Bamba and Wake Up Little Suzie. Pull on those bobby socks and Put Your Head on My Shoulder. Learn more at jubilations.ca.

Until November 29; SUE the T. rex Experience at TELUS Spark. SUE the T. rex is the most complete, best-preserved Tyrannosaurus rex ever found. Learn more at sparkscience.ca.

Sundays until December 20; Faith through Music and Story. Through the generosity of the David Ferguson Memorial Fund, Lake View United Church can offer an exciting and innovative children’s program that includes 30 minutes of music instruction provided by Forte Music Studio. A professionally trained instructor will inspire creativity through music education. About 20 minutes of crafts, dance, story or games, mirroring the theme of the day completes the program. There is no cost for this program and ages three to eight years old, are welcome. Learn more at lakeviewunitedchurch.

Until August 2027; TELUS Spark FREE Grade 7 Purple Galaxy Pass. Every Grade 7 student in Calgary and surrounding areas is eligible to receive a one-year pass for free admission at TELUS Spark. Register here: sparkscience.ca/purple-galaxy.

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.

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.