Festivals in Calgary

Calgary ski shop Fresh Skis takes over the Globe Cinema for two nights of the year's new ski films: Matchstick Productions' The Way Out on Friday and Teton Gravity Research's Actually, It Is Rocket Science on Saturday. The 7:20 PM shows are sold out.

ScreamFest is Calgary's big Halloween scare park: six haunted houses you walk through outdoors, an optional Zombie Outbreak house where actors are allowed to touch you, carnival games and rides like the Slingshot. ScreamFest rates it PG-13 and suggests ages 12 and up.

Wordfest's Imaginairium, Calgary's fall festival of live author conversations, wraps up this weekend at Memorial Park Library and the DJD Dance Centre. Most shows are $25, several have sold out, and two Sunday afternoon conversations are free.

Calgary Meals on Wheels' pizza competition ends Sunday. About 21 restaurants each serve one original pizza, from a Bánh Mizza to a duck confit pie, and you rate them online to help pick the winners, with $1-$4 from every pizza going to the charity.

Fifteen teams came together to write, shoot, and edit a short film (2 – 5 minutes) on an anti-racism theme—in just 48 hours. The challenge was open to everyone, regardless of experience. Whether they were a seasoned filmmaker or picking up a camera or phone for the first time, they...

Fluid Fest 2026 is a celebration of dance, contemporary performance and connection unfolding across the city. Framed by the curatorial invitation: A Messy Gorgeous Love, we invite artists ... »

This fall, Calgary’s original main street comes alive with spirits, scares, and spine-tingling fun. Haunted Historic Inglewood is a month-long celebration of Halloween featuring eerie pop-ups, ... »

The Crypt & The Crow — Halloween Pop-Up at Tops Pizza South Calgary’s most immersive Halloween experience has arrived!! This October, Tops Pizza South transforms into The ... »

Michaels invites your kids to come and create a fun, free craft! This Saturday, it’s Lil Witching Hours: Halloween Fest.

Puptoberfest is a celebration of all things fall and dogs in East Village. So grab your pooch and enjoy an afternoon of live music, Instagram-worthy moments, fall ... »

Bison Survival Story Robe recalls the history of the bison as a story of both slaughter and survivance. Once numbering in the millions, bison herds were driven ... »

Tattoo artists from across the country set up shop for live tattooing, art, and entertainment over the weekend at BMO Centre. Friday is Adult Night starting 4 PM.

Have you heard the ghost stories of Inglewood? Or the tales of spirits said to linger where the Bow and Elbow rivers meet? This October, join us ... »

Dokkaebi ~ legendary, nature-linked spirits from Korean mythology and folklore, often translated as “Korean ogres”. This is Roots Collective’s Annual Halloween KPOP Rave EVENT! 💼 WHAT TO EXPECT 💼 😈 ... »

Field of Screams is turning Cobb’s Adventure Park into a terrifying, thrilling and spine-tingling terror show. Brought to you by Screamworks Inc. the mastermind creators of ... »

Fluid Fest 2026 is a celebration of dance, contemporary performance and connection unfolding across the city. Framed by the curatorial invitation: This Messy Gorgeous Love, we invite artists and audiences into the unpredictable brilliance of bodies in motion, where uncertainty and precision share...

Gather your friends and family for a spine-chilling twist on Heritage Park’s Famous 5 Afternoon Teas! Start with a 60-minute, family-friendly ghost tour through the Park’s ... »

Paint your own Halloween glass candle holder in our workshop.

Think you know all of Calgary’s most frightening stories? Go beyond ghosts and hauntings and delve into the real, chilling tales of murder, executions and the ... »

Fall farm fun is back at Butterfield Acres, and it’s time to pick your perfect October adventure. Come stroll the farmyard, visit your favourite animals, snap ... »

The Imaginairium, Canada’s Liveliest Literary Festival, returns Oct. 13 to 18, 2026, featuring 30+ shows and a stellar international lineup of 50+ authors. The authors appearing at the 2026 Imaginairium: Superstars personify the dazzling range of Canadian storytelling!

Lila has made a huge scientific discovery of a strange creature that craves destruction and chaos yet loves to sing and dance to… Elvis music? This strange ... »

Join GHA for a paranormal investigation in Calgary at The Shriner's club.

Are you looking for a unique and fun way to spend an evening with your special someone? Come to Pottery 123 for a relaxing and creative date night! ... »

More time, more indulgence. Craft a flavour together, take home 8 pints, and make it a fun, hands-on date night to remember.

Jubilations Dinner Theatre presents… Rock Around the Clock With Elvis and Friends! One, Two, Three O’clock, Four O’clock Rock!” In the 1950’s anytime was a ... »

Canada’s only moving haunted house is back with a vengeance! Do you have someone to join you or will you brave it alone? Your evening begins ... »

The Under $100 Art Show is coming to Calgary December 3-6 & December 10-13. Art of all kinds- paintings, photography, textiles, mixed media, ceramics, handmade accessories, and so much more! Don’t miss your chance to discover amazing local art and one-of-a-kind finds!Important Details:Our...

This show is part of Wordfest’s Imaginairium festival. Connect with 50+ of the world’s most arresting writers, thinkers, activators, and inspirers, gathered just for you.

Join us for a unique Calgary brunch experience in the heart of Destination Africa. You can enjoy both gourmet and comfort breakfast foods, including a free-flowing chocolate ... »

Wildlife Park for Kids at CF Market Mall

It’s time to pull on your coziest sweater and head to the farm! For over 40 years, Butterfield Acres has been part of Calgary family memories, and Harvest Pumpkin Fest is bringing that real farm magic to life. Plus, Mom and Dad can check out the Harvest Pumpkin Fest Date Night on Saturday!

This October, Flummunity Fest 2026 will take place on one evening, across four Fluevog stores — Chicago, New Orleans, Calgary, and Montréal.

Get ready to rock for a cause at the 9th Annual edition of Canada’s largest annual fundraiser in memory of Gordon Edgar Downie. GEDfest is a ... »

Bring out your Mad Scientist & mix up some monster slime!

This show is part of Wordfest’s Imaginairium festival. Connect with 50+ of the world’s most arresting writers, thinkers, activators, and inspirers, gathered just for you.

Creative night out in Rocky View at Fionn MacCools Crossiron. Everything's provided, beginner-friendly. Leave with something you made

Skip small talk. Join a moderated discussion on life’s big questions. No prep required, just real conversation and community.

The annual Bearspaw Fall Harvest Market is back! Join us at the Bearspaw Lifestyle Centre from October 23rd to 25th, 10:00 AM – 6:00

Flourish Festival of Letters & Art isn’t just for calligraphers. It’s for anyone who makes anything. The world’s most sought-after lettering artists and calligraphers are descending on Calgary for a multi-day festival — teachers who are knighted, internationally collected,...

A multi-day, in-person calligraphy festival featuring expert instructors, focused workshops, and a vibrant international community.

Join us to celebrate ICAI’s 7th Year Anniversary – a night to look back on how far we’ve come and look forward to what’s next. Expect performances that’ll move you, an exhibition, exclusive merch, food that’ll fill you up, music that’ll get you dancing, and...

Join one of Alberta’s favorite harvest markets! Enjoy 50+ vendors, seasonal eats, live entertainment, and family fun. See you there!

We’re bringing a Brazilian / Latin energy to TROPICAL YYC for one massive University HALLOWEEN PARTY!

Get ready for three nights of Halloween fun at Heritage Park! From October 23–25, Ghouls’ Night Out transforms the Historical Village into a Halloween wonderland.

Create a spooky beaded spider in this fun Halloween craft workshop! Choose your colors, get creative, and make a unique decoration.

Paint your own Halloween pumpkin in our workshop.

Versals Create Your Own Eye-Catching Illuminated Letters 9:30 – 11:30 AM | $45 Turn a simple capital letter into a tiny work of art. Inspired by the spectacular illuminated capitals of the Saint John’s Bible, this playful two-hour workshop with Renate Worthington invites you to discover the colour, pattern and sheer pleasure of decorated letters. And no, you do not need beautiful handwriting to join us. Versals are bold, decorative capital letters created slowly, layer by layer, using shape, colour, pattern and ornament. Rather than writing a letter in a single stroke, you’ll build one, embellish it and make it entirely your own. Renate will guide you through the process from the first shape to the finishing details, including ways to add pattern, colour, flourishes and touches of gold. Come curious. Play with colour. Make something beautiful. By the end of the workshop, you’ll have your own hand-illuminated Versal letters to take home and, perhaps more importantly, the confidence to keep making more. You’ll Leave With • Your own hand-illuminated Versal letters• An understanding of how decorated capitals are built, layer by layer• Simple techniques for adding colour, pattern and gold accents• Ideas you can use for cards, names, quotes, journals and other creative projects• A joyful introduction to the world of illuminated lettering Perfect for complete beginners, curious creatives and experienced calligraphers who simply want to play. Two hours. One beautiful letter at a time. And absolutely no previous calligraphy experience required.