What’s Up This Week?

October 6 to 8

October 5 to 6; A Cultural Trilogy, a multi-cultural expression featuring art and cultural presentations from local artists and community groups at Central Library downtown. It showcases spontaneous acts as well as curated musical and theatrical performances focusing on different aspects of artistic styles of expression by groups and individual artists. Learn more at culturedays.ca.

October 6 to 9; Autumn Gold Curling Classic, thirty-two elite women’s teams from around the world are competing and you can come watch some of the world’s best curlers at various locations across the city. Learn more at autumngoldcurlingclassic.com.

Saturdays until October 7; Millarville Farmers’ Market, the people behind the tables at the Millarville Farmers’ Market are the real deal. They are the growers, farmers, makers, bakers, and artists. Ask them about their farm, their art, their love of what they do. Learn more at millarvilleracetrack.com.

Until October7; A Comedy of Tenors at The Pumphouse Theatre, it’s 1930s Paris and the stage is set for the concert of the century – as long as producer Henry Saunders can keep Italian superstar Tito Merelli and his hot-blooded wife, Maria, from causing runaway chaos. Prepare for an uproarious ride, full of mistaken identities, bedroom hijinks, and madcap delight. Learn more at pumphousetheatre.ca.

October 7, 10am to 3pm; Calgary Toy Show & Sale, Calgary’s family-friendly collectible toy sale is back for Thanksgiving at Edgemont Community Centre. Seventy-five tables with thousands of vintage and modern collectible toys: Hot Wheels and other diecast vehicles, action figures, Barbie and other dolls, Star Wars, Disney, Transformers, Funko Pops, LEGO sets and Minifigures, stuffed toys, Pokémon cards and figures, and more. Learn more at calgarytoyshow.com.

October 7, 10am to 4pm; The Group Art Society of Calgary’s Fall Show and Sale, a day of art and meeting the artists at St. Peter’s Anglican Church. Original paintings in a variety of styles, mediums, sizes and prices. Learn more at facebook.com.

October 7, 11am; Cineplex Family Favourites: Ruby Gillman, Teenage Kraken, visit participating Cineplex theatres near you and watch a favorite family film each week for only $2.99. Learn more at cineplex.com.

October 7, 11am to 3pm; Pumpkin Fest at Blue Grass Garden Centre, an annual celebration of family, fun, and giving back. At Pumpkin Fest, there’s something for everyone in the family to enjoy. From epic scarecrow competitions to pumpkin carving, hayrides, delightful pony rides, and so much more, the day is packed with exciting activities. Kids can have their faces painted, explore a giant straw maze, and participate in engaging games. Learn more at bluegrassnursery.com.

October 7, 11am and 6pm; Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra Presents: Disney + Pixar’s Up in Concert, the unforgettable animated classic returns to the big screen with Michael Giacchino’s Academy Award-winning score performed live by the Calgary Phil. Follow the unlikely duo of Carl, a curmudgeonly 78-year-old balloon salesman, and Russell, an eight-year-old stowaway, on this hilarious, heartwarming journey to a lost world filled with danger and surprises. Learn more at calgaryphil.com.

October 7, 12pm to 6pm; HARVEST Art Show and Studio Sale, your opportunity to browse a collection of nature inspired paintings in a casual home setting and meet a local Alberta artist at Cindy Bouwers Art Studio. In addition to larger paintings you will find a good selection of unique and affordable smaller and unframed paintings that make lasting and memorable gifts. Learn more at gallerieswest.ca.

October 7, 3pm; Cavalry FC vs. Pacific FC, the last day of the regular season will see both remaining matches kick off simultaneously with plenty still to be decided in the final two matches at Spruce Meadows. Learn more at cavalryfc.canpl.ca.

October 7, 5 to 7pm; Harvest Pumpkin Fest Date Night at Butterfield Acres, come prepared to cruise the farmyard looking for your perfect pumpkins to take home. Get up close with the animals at our horse brushing and bunny holding stations. Take a ride through Scarecrow Alley on a big wagon behind the tractor. Learn more at butterfieldacres.com.

October 7, 6 to 8:30pm; The Vibe-Out, VibeTribeYYC presents The Vibe-Out: their inaugural hip hop showcase event. The show will include many pieces from their Performance Crew: live performance and music videos, as well as a special performance from community members and The Tomorrows. Learn more at cardeltheatre.com.

October 7, 6:30am; Scream – Films at the Fort, this film is screening in Fort Calgary’s Burnswest Theatre as part of Films at the Fort: Thrills and Chills series. Each movie features classic horror films and family Halloween favorites. Learn more at fortcalgary.com.

October 7 and 8, 9am to 5pm; Pumpkin Festival at Barney’s Adventure Park, take great photos, pick your pumpkin, and enjoy Barney’s Adventure Park’s unique entertainment. Visit Barney’s Adventure Park, located on Highway 838 West in Drumheller Valley, just five minutes west of the Royal Tyrrell Museum. Learn more at barneysdrumheller.com.

October 7 to 9; Thanksgiving Weekend at Heritage Park, explore Heritage Park under a canopy of warm fall colors, enjoy a traditional Thanksgiving meal, at the park or at home, and savour the sights and aromas of Thanksgiving on the prairies as traditional dishes are prepared in our historic homes. Enjoy one more spin on the antique steam train and midway rides as this is the final weekend the park is open for the 2023 fall season. Learn more at heritagepark.ca.

Until October 8; Cirque Du Soleil’s KOOZA, KOOZA is a return to the origins of Cirque du Soleil that combines two circus traditions — acrobatic performance and the art of clowning. The show highlights the physical demands of human performance in all its splendor and fragility, presented in a colorful mélange that emphasizes bold slapstick humor at Stampede Park. Learn more at cirquedusoleil.com.

Until October 8; Theatre Calgary Presents The Mousetrap, on a dark and snowy night, seven strangers find themselves trapped in a remote guesthouse. The next morning, the snowed-in guests are joined by a police sergeant who brings news of a grisly murder in London. To the guests’ horror, he reveals that the killer may be in their midst. Can you put the pieces together and solve the murder before the final curtain? Learn more at theatrecalgary.com.

October 8, 10am to 12pm; Alzheimer Walk & Run, take strides for dementia in Prince’s Island Park as a powerful expression of unity, shared experience, compassion, and the collective determination to support local families who have been impacted by the disease. Learn more at alzheimercalgary.ca.

October 8, 11am to 4:30pm; The Allstate Soccer Show at BMO Centre, this jam-packed event offers a full day of player meet and greets and panels with interviews, a soccer Fun Zone, lots of prizes and more. Learn more at soccershow.ca.

October 8, 1pm; CIBC Community Showcase: Gisela Romero’s MEXICANA, in honor of Latin American Heritage Month, National Music Centre at Studio Bell is elated to present the live album presentation of Gisela Romero’s MEXICANA as part of the CIBC Community Showcase series. Learn more at studiobell.ca.

October 8, 8pm; An Evening with Dariush, Dariush will return to Calgary’s Jack Singer Concert Hall to perform mega hits and timeless classics from his highly celebrated career. He is set to create memorable and enriching evenings of solidarity, echoing the yearning of a nation. Learn more at artscommons.ca.

Ongoing

Until Mid-October; The Witness Blanket at Calgary Public Library, a large-scale art installation created by master carver Carey Newman or Hayalthkin’geme (Ha-yalth-kingeme). The Witness Blanket — a symbol of resilience and Reconciliation — is inspired by the motifs in woven blankets and made up of hundreds of items reclaimed from Residential Schools, churches, government buildings, and traditional and cultural structures from across Canada. Learn more at calgarylibrary.ca.

Until October 15; Banff Pride Festival, the annual Banff Pride Festival program is live, serving an extraordinary lineup of performance, music, all-ages programming, and a healthy dose of outdoor adventure. Banff National Park will be home to 11 consecutive days of events and activities. Learn more at banffpride.ca.

September 30 to October 8, 11am to 6pm; From Exclusion to Inclusion Photo Exhibit, take a journey with this historical photo exhibit showcasing 100 years of Chinese in Canada at the Chinese Cultural Centre. Learn more at calgarychinatown.com.

Until October 9; Halloweekends at Calaway Park, 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! It’s a spooktacular good time for the whole family. Learn more at calawaypark.com.

Until October 14; Art Exhibition | Anda Kubis “Languorous,” Newzones Gallery is pleased to present “Languorous”; a solo exhibition of work by Canadian contemporary painter Anda Kubis. Learn more at gallerieswest.ca.

Until October 21; Jubilations Dinner Theatre Presents Crocodile Rock: The Legend Of Elton John, he’s one of the all-time great rock legends, with hit after hit all across the world. And now the story of the Rocketman is getting the Jubilations Dinner Theatre twist. Learn more at jubilations.ca.

Until October 21; Jubilations Junior Dinner Theatre Presents The Secret Life of Trolls, Melanie’s apartment seems like a normal place to live, but when she’s gone to work, the Trolls come out to play! While the Trolls are having a fun day full of music, a mysterious package gets dropped in the living room… that’s moving on its own? What’s in the package? Will their secret life be exposed? Will Melanie’s cat threaten their very existence? Learn more at jubilations.ca.

Until October 26; Unmoored by Vivian Smith, a collection of experimental body prints that explore the themes of disconnection, uncertainty, and the ensuing growth borne out of such psychological states. Using contrasting positive and negative spaces, the artworks depict the sensation of a body in limbo, shifting between phases, always in search of stability. See it at Prospect Studio C. Learn more at studiocprospect.ca.

Until October 29; Pumpkin Palooza at Cobb’s Adventure Park, walk through the pumpkin patch, take beautiful photos and pick your favorite pumpkins to buy for Halloween carving. Learn more at cobbsadventurepark.com.

Until October 30; Dr Giggles House of Pain, Dr. Giggles House of Pain is upping the ante this year with Theatre of Pain Volume 3, the scariest haunt you will ever experience at Chestermere Rec Centre. The Theatre of Pain is a fully immersive, private haunted house experience which brings you right into your favorite horror movies. Learn more at drgiggleshouseofpain.com.

Until October 31; Pumpkins After Dark, explore the magical pathway of lit pumpkin sculptures and displays, with music, sounds and special effects. 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 at Winsport. Learn more at calgary.pumpkinsafterdark.com.

Until October 31; Banff Ghost Walk, spend a spooktacular evening unearthing ghastly ghosts, ghouls and mysterious events lurking in the shadows of Banff’s historic streets. From haunted hotels to ghost towns, Banff is full of things that go bump in the night. Learn more at banfftours.com.

Until October 31; ICAI Exhibition ‘Natural Beauty of Alberta’, Zahra Entezari is a painter, photographer, and art instructor based in Calgary, originally from Shiraz, Iran. With a wealth of over 25 years of experience, Zahra has worked with various mediums. Come hang out, hear from the artist and network with arts lovers at Calgary Central Library. Learn more at affta.ab.ca.

Until October 31; Spooky Studio, original art installations designed and created by local artist, Patrick O’Neill at nvrlnd. arts foundation. Spooky Studio is not a typical haunted house, they believe Halloween is for everyone. There are no actors, no blood and guts, and no jump scares — just immersive spooky scenes to spark your imagination and get lost in. Learn more at nvrlnd.ca.

Until October 31; WinSport Spooktacular Mini Golf, enjoy a safe, spooktacular family-friendly round of mini golf at WinSport! The fun, intermediate 18-hole outdoor mini-golf course will transform into a Halloween extravaganza. The course will be well-lit and challenge all ages and abilities while offering a safe Halloween activity. Dress up and get into the Halloween spirit. Learn more at winsport.ca.

Until November 4; Train of Terror, your evening begins when you check-in at the train station at Aspen Crossing. You and your friends will first journey through a menacing maze of horror. If you are one of the brave ones that are able to escape you are then invited onboard our moving train where you can grab your choice of liquid courage before embarking on what’s sure to be the scariest haunting you will ever come across. Learn more at trainofterror.com.

Until November 12; Frank Ferrante In An Evening With Groucho, award-winning actor and director Frank Ferrante ignites his PBS, New York and London acclaimed portrayal of legendary comedian Groucho Marx in this fast paced 90 minutes of hilarity. The two-act comedy consists of the funniest Groucho one-liners, anecdotes and songs including “Hooray for Captain Spalding,” and “Lydia, the Tattooed Lady.” The audience literally becomes part of the show as Ferrante ad-libs his way throughout the performance in grand Groucho style at Stage West (727 42 Avenue SE). Learn more at eveningwithgroucho.com.