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💰Unfamiliar Perspectives: The NWMP and Canada’s Colonial Project ExhibitThe Confluence Historic Site & Parklands, 750 9 Avenue Southeast, CalgaryDT·All weekend·Free›

An exhibit titled Unfamiliar Perspectives: The NWMP and Canada’s Colonial Project opens Sept. 9 at The Confluence. Built around archival photographs, sketches, newspaper pages, personal journals and ...

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🛍️Farmers and Makers MarketcSPACE Marda Loop , 1721 29 AVE SW, CalgarySW·All weekend·Free›

Experience the vibrant atmosphere of a community gathering where local talent, passion, and creativity come to life. Discover over 50 farms, food artisans, craft vendors, and food trucks ...

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💰CTV Country Music Hall and Alberta SlimBankers Hall, 315 8th Avenue SW, CalgarySW·All weekend·Free›

Experience Canada’s musical history at VinylCentric with two exciting new exhibits. Meet Alberta Slim, a talented musician whose legacy reached far beyond the stage. Known for ...

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🎨Depixelating HistoryThe New GalleryDT·All weekend·Free›

Depixelating Historyby Chun Hua Catherine Dong, Ryan Park and Linda Zhang examines the intersection of technology and tradition in the Asian diaspora, deciphering how popular culture and heritage preservation converge in contemporary life

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🎨Samantha Walrod: Off The Beaten PathNewzones Gallery of Contemporary ArtSW·All weekend·Free›

“Off the Beaten Path” considers how humans view and interact with wildlife in the Canadian wilderness from a “close” distance. Motorists and hikers observe animals from cars and trails while the animals watch in return. Bears, elk, and wolves are depicted on the edge of the wilderness,

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🎨Yvonne Mullock & Lindsay Montgomery: SoothSayersNorberg HallSE·All weekend·Free›

Opening Reception: Sept 3, 4-7 pm (performance 5:30 pm), Artist Talk Sept 5 from 2-3 pm

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🎨He Was Taken Up Into The Sky by Samantha HarrisonAlberta Society of Artists GallerySE·All weekend·Free›

He Was Taken Up Into the Sky speaks of the potential for perceiving divinity within the human form, and the ways in which people – even when flawed – can be powerful, impactful, and immensely beautiful beings. Most of the portraits are a part of a large body of work depicting individuals as

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🎨Rupture(d): Constructing a Point of View in the Expanded NarrativeAlberta Society of Artists GallerySE·All weekend·Free›

The Alberta Society of Artists is pleased to present the solo exhibition Rupture(d): Constructing a Point of View in the Expanded Narrative, featuring the 360° photographic works of Alberta artist Don Sucha

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🎨A World Without BarriersDT·All weekend·Free›

40 Years Later, Still In Motion Forty years ago, Rick Hansen was on the homestretch of the Man In Motion World Tour. The dream that propelled him: A World Without Barriers for people with disabilities. That journey sparked a movement. Today, Rick and the Rick Hansen Foundation continue to remove barriers in the places we live, work,...

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🎨Carl White: 21 MeditationsChristine Klassen GallerySE·All weekend·Free›

What is love? Where do our dreams take us? What does it mean simply to be? In 21 Meditations, Calgary artist Carl White turns these enduring questions into a compelling new exhibition of paintings and sculptural works

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🎨40th Anniversary ExhibitionWallace GalleriesSW·All weekend·Free›

Wallace Galleries, one of the region’s most established and respected contemporary art galleries, celebrates its 40th anniversary this year. Over a forty-year legacy, Wallace Galleries has championed the careers of Canadian artists, cultivated passionate collectors, and shaped how contemporary

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🎨Elaine Cameron-Weir: BookendsAlberta University of the ArtsNW·All weekend·Free›

Bookends marks the first major solo exhibition in Canada by New York-based sculptor and AUArts alumna Elaine Cameron-Weir (BFA 2007), bringing together a body of work that reflects both her artistic evolution and a broader cultural diagnosis concerning the entanglement of technology, systems of

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🎨Arboreal Intuitions & Oooooo (sing together and you will make a perfect circle)EMMEDIASW·All weekend·Free›

Oooooo (sing together and you will make a perfect circle) reveals the connection between harmony, mathematics, and the human body. It consists of a CRT TV and two microphones. The title of the work invites pairs of people to sing into the microphones. The signals are directly mapped onto the TV

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🎨Bárbara Wagner & Benjamin de Burca: “Swinguerra”Esker FoundationSE·All weekend·Free›

For over a decade, Bárbara Wagner & Benjamin de Burca have developed a collaborative practice across cinema, visual arts and performance. Their videos and installations are created in dialogue with diverse artists and collectives, combining documentary strategies with narrative layers of

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🎨Stillness: Natalie GerberAlberta Craft Gallery + Shop - CalgaryDT·All weekend·Free›

A ceramics exhibition showcasing new, experimental work created by Natalie Gerber during her Medalta residency in Medicine Hat. Our Spotlight exhibit highlights work by new Alberta Craft members and members producing experimental work

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💰Haunted Historic InglewoodVarious Locations, Inglewood, CalgaryDT·All weekend·Free›

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, ...

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🎉Haunted Historic Inglewood9 Avenue SE, InglewoodSE·All weekend·Free›

Calgary's oldest neighbourhood turns haunted for all of October: a month of ghost tours, workshops, a psychic fair, zombie walks, storefront ghosts, murder mysteries and trick-or-treating while exploring local businesses and historic streets in Inglewood (150+ years of history). Program includes paid sub-experiences; see dated listings.

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💰The Crypt & The CrowTOPS Pizza South, 9919 Fairmount Drive SE, CalgarySE·All weekend·Free›

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 ...

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💰Indigo Kids Hourly StorytimesParticipating Indigo locationsDT·Sat·Free›

Participating Indigo locations host hourly storytimes this Saturday; no reservation required.

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🛍️Maple & Makers: A Fall Market – CalgaryWinston Heights-Mountview Community Centre, 520 27th Ave NE, CalgaryNE·Sat·Free›

It’s time to embrace sweater weather, crisp autumn air, and shopping local! Join us for Maple & Makers: A Fall Market – Calgary, hosted by Elevated Events ...

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💰Paulaner Official Oktoberfest 2026Century Downs Racetrack and Casino, 260 Century Downs Drive, Rocky View CountyOutside city·Sat·Free›

Celebrate autumn in style with high-stakes horse racing and authentic Bavarian culture! Join us for the Paulaner Official Oktoberfest featuring the prestigious CTHS Alberta Sales Stakes. Experience ...

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👨‍👩‍👧The Colossal Carve: Heart of the HarvestCalgary Farmers' Market Locations, CalgaryDT·All weekend·Free›

Calgary’s only live GIANT pumpkin carving event is back at Calgary Farmers’ Market this Oct. 3 and 4! Watch champion carver Yann Blanchard transform enormous, award-winning pumpkins into ...

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🛍️The Group Art Society of Calgary Fall Show and SaleParkdale United Church, 2919-8 Ave NW, CalgaryNW·Sat·Free›

The Group Art Society of Calgary presents their Fall Show and Sale. We have 7 new guest artists for this show. Come out for a day of art ...

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💰Historic Union Cemetery TourUnion Cemetery, Erlton St & 32 Ave SW, CalgarySW·All weekend·Free›

Mounties and ministers, cowboys and cooks, prohibitionists and politicians. Join volunteer tour guides on a walk through time to learn about the people, personalities and events that ...

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💰Michaels Kids Club Halloween CraftingMichaels storesDT·Sat·Free›

Michaels invites kids generally ages 4 and up to create a fun, free Halloween-themed craft on select October Saturdays.

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🎨Beacon Original Art Annual Fall Exhibition & SaleBridgeland Riverside Community AssociationNE·Sat·Free›

Beacon Original Art's Annual Fall Exhibition & Sale of original artwork runs October 17-18, 2026 at the Bridgeland Riverside Community Association with free admission.

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🎨Beacon Original Art Annual Fall Exhibition & SaleBridgeland Riverside Community AssociationNE·Sun·Free›

Beacon Original Art's Annual Fall Exhibition & Sale of original artwork runs October 17-18, 2026 at the Bridgeland Riverside Community Association with free admission.

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🎨Palette Fine Art Show & SaleTriwood Community HallNW·Fri·Free›

Palette Fine Art Show & Sale runs October 23-24, 2026 at Triwood Community Hall with free admission.

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🎨Palette Fine Art Show & SaleTriwood Community HallNW·Sat·Free›

Palette Fine Art Show & Sale runs October 23-24, 2026 at Triwood Community Hall with free admission.

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🛍️The Halloween Market by The Barn Artisan Market224 Shawmeadows Dr SWSW·Sun·Free›

The Barn Artisan Market's Halloween Market runs October 25, 2026 at 224 Shawmeadows Drive SW with free admission.

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🎭The Others: An Interactive MovieThe Ironwood Stage & Grill, InglewoodSE·All weekend·Free›

A free screening of spooky thriller classic The Others with an interactive twist: actors deliver jump scares throughout the movie at the Ironwood Stage & Grill.

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💰Ready Set Halloween at Calgary Police Discovery CentreCalgary Police Discovery CentreDT·Sat·Free›

Start Halloween early at the Calgary Police Discovery Centre: come in costume for trick-or-treating with activities, safety tips and treats — a daytime Halloween activity for all ages.

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🎨Heritage Weavers and Spinners Annual Fall SaleParkdale Nifty FiftiesNW·Fri·Free›

Heritage Weavers and Spinners' Annual Fall Sale runs November 6-7, 2026 at Parkdale Nifty Fifties with free admission.

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🎨Heritage Weavers and Spinners Annual Fall SaleParkdale Nifty FiftiesNW·Sat·Free›

Heritage Weavers and Spinners' Annual Fall Sale runs November 6-7, 2026 at Parkdale Nifty Fifties with free admission.

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🛍️Auburn House Christmas Craft & MarketplaceAuburn HouseSE·Sat·Free›

Auburn House Christmas Craft & Marketplace runs November 14, 2026 at 200 Auburn Bay Boulevard SE with free admission.

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🛍️Bowness Holiday Craft FairBowness Community Association Main HallNW·Sat·Free›

Bowness Holiday Craft Fair runs November 14-15, 2026 in the Bowness Community Association main hall with free admission.

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🛍️Bowness Holiday Craft FairBowness Community Association Main HallNW·Sun·Free›

Bowness Holiday Craft Fair runs November 14-15, 2026 in the Bowness Community Association main hall with free admission.

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🎃Halloween On 17th - A Carnival of CuriositiesTomkins ParkSW·All weekend·Free›

The 17 Avenue BIA's free all-ages Halloween takeover of Tomkins Park: classic Halloween film screenings under the stars, live entertainment with fire performers and fortune tellers, organized trick-or-treating with free candy, photo booths, costume contests, and immersive glowing art installations. Multi-day, no tickets or registration required.

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💰Songsmith Sundays with Carter FelkerKing Eddy, National Music CentreSE·Sun·Free›

Every week, country-folk singer-songwriter Carter Felker presents a chill weekend set with a rotating cast of guests. This family-friendly show is best paired with King Eddy’s delicious Sunday brunch!

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🧵Introduction to Textiles (Free curator tour at Nickle Galleries)Curator brings vault textiles out for close looksNickle Galleries, Taylor Family Digital Library, University of CalgaryNW·Fri·12pm·Free›

Curator and textile scholar Michele Hardy takes a small group into the Nickle Galleries vault to look at collection textiles up close, from cotton, wool and silk to woven, knitted and felted pieces. It's free, but the group is capped at 20, so register ahead.

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🎨TOUR – Introduction to Textiles: Materials, Processes, and Nickle GalleriesTaylor Family Digital LibraryNW·Fri, Oct 2·12pm·Free›

Are you textile curious? Want to know the difference between cotton, wool, and silk fibres or how weaving, knitting, and felting create different textiles? Whether you are looking to enhance your technical knowledge, seek creative inspirati

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👨‍👩‍👧TOUR – Introduction to Textiles: Materials, Processes, and Nickle GalleriesTaylor Family Digital LibraryNW·Fri, Oct 2·12pm·Free›

Are you textile curious? Want to know the difference between cotton, wool, and silk fibres or how weaving, knitting, and felting create different textiles? Whether you are looking to enhance your technical knowledge, seek creative inspiration, or want to know

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💰TOUR – Introduction to Textiles: Materials, Processes, and Nickle GalleriesTaylor Family Digital LibraryNW·Fri, Oct 2·12pm·Free›

Join curator and textile scholar, Michele Hardy for an interactive look at textiles and textile structures using samples drawn from Nickle Galleries’ rich collection.

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🎨TOUR – Introduction to Textiles: Materials, Processes, and Nickle GalleriesTaylor Family Digital LibraryNW·Fri, Oct 2·12pm·Free›

Join curator and textile scholar, Michele Hardy for an interactive look at textiles and textile structures using samples drawn from Nickle Galleries’ rich collection.

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🔹2026 General Admission - OctoberThe Military MuseumsSW·Fri, Oct 2·10am·Free›

2026 General Admission - October at The Military Museums, Calgary.

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🎨TOUR – Introduction to Textiles: Materials, Processes, and Nickle GalleriesTaylor Family Digital LibraryNW·Fri, Oct 2·12pm·Free›

Join curator and textile scholar, Michele Hardy for an interactive look at textiles and textile structures using samples drawn from Nickle Galleries’ rich collection.

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💰WorkABility Career Connections Inclusive Hiring Event - FREE EVENT1133 7 Ave SWSW·Fri·9am·Free›

Connect with inclusive employers at the WorkABility Hiring Event. Explore opportunities, and take the next step in your career!

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🛍️Calgary Farmers' Market South weekend marketCalgary Farmers' Market SouthSE·Fri·9am·Free›

Year-round Calgary Farmers' Market South weekend market at 510 77 Ave SE; open Thursday-Sunday 9 AM-5 PM with local vendors, food stalls and specialty shopping.

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🛍️Calgary Farmers' Market West weekend marketCalgary Farmers' Market WestNW·Fri·9am·Free›

Year-round Calgary Farmers' Market West weekend market at 25 Greenbriar Dr NW; open Wednesday-Saturday 9 AM-7 PM with local vendors, food stalls and specialty shopping.

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🛍️Crossroads Market weekend marketCrossroads MarketSE·Fri·9am·Free›

'The People's Market since 1987' — indoor year-round weekend market open Friday-Sunday 9 AM-5 PM at 1235 26 Ave SE in Inglewood/Ramsay with vendors, a food hall and seasonal events.

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🎨Exhibition - Held. Together.Nickle Galleries, Taylor Family Digital LibraryNW·Fri·9am·Free›

Held. Together. is a group exhibition featuring Glenna Cardinal, seth cardinal dodginghorse, Dwayne Martineau, and Amanda McCavour with contributions from Holly Anghel in the Window Gallery.

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🎨TOUR – Introduction to Textiles: Materials, Processes, and Nickle GalleriesTaylor Family Digital LibraryNW·Fri·12pm·Free›

Join curator and textile scholar, Michele Hardy for an interactive look at textiles and textile structures using samples drawn from Nickle Galleries’ rich collection.

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🍷MechtoberFestUnison at Kerby CentreDT·Fri·7:30pm·Free›

GUTEN TAG! Get ready for a fun filled night with toonie bar, free beer and games!

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🍷YYC Pizza Fest 2026Participating Calgary restaurantsDT·Fri, Oct 2·2026-10-02·Free to attend; pizzas priced per restaurant; $1-$4 per pizza supports Calgary Meals on Wheels›

Restaurants across Calgary create original contest pizzas Oct 2-18; diners sample during business hours and vote for awards like Top Rated Pizza. Each pizza sold donates $1-$4 to Calgary Meals on Wheels.

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🎃The Colossal Carve 2026 (Live giant-pumpkin carving)Calgary Farmers' Market West (Saturday) and Calgary Farmers' Market South (Sunday)NW·Sat·11am·Free›

Yann Blanchard, the market's ice-carving champion, trades ice for two giant competition pumpkins grown in Taber and carves one live at each Calgary Farmers' Market. Kids hunt for prize gourds and decorate pumpkins at the Little Gourd Studio, and anyone can guess the giants' weight to win a Thanksgiving market basket.

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🍁Maple & Makers: A Fall Market (Free makers market)Alberta artisans, bakers and handmade giftsWinston Heights-Mountview Community CentreNE·Sat·10am·Free›

Alberta makers, bakers and small shops fill a community hall with candles, knits, jewellery, original art and fresh baking, pitched for Thanksgiving hosting and early holiday gifts. Entry is free.

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🎨Group Art Society of Calgary Fall Show and Sale (Free art show)Meet local painters, buy originals, free entryParkdale United ChurchNW·Sat·10am·Free›

Local painters hang original work in many styles and sizes and sell it directly, with seven new guest artists this year and a door-prize draw for an original acrylic by Colin Bell.

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🎉PlayLab: Rhythm PlaygroundStudio BellSE·Sat, Oct 3·Free›

Step into PlayLab and explore rhythm through hands-on, high-energy music making.

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🎓2026 Marguerite Schumacher Memorial Alumni LectureRanchmen’s ClubSW·Sat, Oct 3·6:30pm·Free›

Join us for UCalgary Nursing’s biggest event of the year on Saturday, Oct. 4! This lecture, presented by Dr. Fadumo Robinson, DN’26, explores what it means to pursue doctoral education later in a leadership career and how continued learning can support effecti

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🎓2026 Marguerite Schumacher Memorial Alumni LectureRanchmen’s ClubSW·Sat, Oct 3·6:30pm·Free›

Join us for the 2026 Marguerite Schumacher Memorial Alumni Lecture where Dr. Fadumo Robinson, DN’26 will explore leadership, lifelong learning, and navigating complexity in today’s changing healthcare system.

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🎓2026 Marguerite Schumacher Memorial Alumni LectureRanchmen’s ClubSW·Sat, Oct 3·6:30pm·Free›

Join us for the 2026 Marguerite Schumacher Memorial Alumni Lecture where Dr. Fadumo Robinson, DN’26 will explore leadership, lifelong learning, and navigating complexity in today’s changing healthcare system.

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🔹2026 General Admission - OctoberThe Military MuseumsSW·Sat, Oct 3·10am·Free›

2026 General Admission - October at The Military Museums, Calgary.

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🎨Historical Village and Gasoline Alley Museum Admission1900 Heritage Dr SWSW·Sat, Oct 3·10am·Free›

Heritage Park is one of Canada’s leading living history museums. With more than 200 exhibits and attractions spread over 127 acres of lush parkland, Heritage Park has a lot to offer both the history buff and the pleasure seeker. It balances historical fact with adventure, discovery and family fun. Experience Western Canadian history as you hop aboard an antique steam train, set sail aboard Calgary's only paddle wheeler and visit the farm animals at the ranch.

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🎃The Colossal Carve 2026Calgary Farmers' Market WestNW·Sat, Oct 3·11am·Free›

Champion carver Yann Blanchard transforms enormous pumpkins into art live, alongside the Great Gourd Guess, a Golden Gourd Hunt for kids, the Little Gourd Studio decorating station, live music and fall décor.

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🎓2026 Marguerite Schumacher Memorial Alumni LectureRanchmen’s ClubSW·Sat, Oct 3·6:30pm·Free›

Join us for the 2026 Marguerite Schumacher Memorial Alumni Lecture where Dr. Fadumo Robinson, DN’26 will explore leadership, lifelong learning, and navigating complexity in today’s changing healthcare system.

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🔹Hairitage - CalgaryThe Palace TheatreSW·Sat, Oct 3·9pm·Free›

Hairitage - Calgary at The Palace Theatre, Calgary.

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💰YOUTH MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID TRAININGThe Genesis CentreDT·Sat·9am·Free›

Learn to recognize, respond, and support! FREE Youth Mental Health First Aid training for ages 14–20 . Limited spots—apply now!

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🛍️Calgary Farmers' Market South weekend marketCalgary Farmers' Market SouthSE·Sat·9am·Free›

Year-round Calgary Farmers' Market South weekend market at 510 77 Ave SE; open Thursday-Sunday 9 AM-5 PM with local vendors, food stalls and specialty shopping.

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🛍️Calgary Farmers' Market West weekend marketCalgary Farmers' Market WestNW·Sat·9am·Free›

Year-round Calgary Farmers' Market West weekend market at 25 Greenbriar Dr NW; open Wednesday-Saturday 9 AM-7 PM with local vendors, food stalls and specialty shopping.

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🛍️Crossroads Market weekend marketCrossroads MarketSE·Sat·9am·Free›

'The People's Market since 1987' — indoor year-round weekend market open Friday-Sunday 9 AM-5 PM at 1235 26 Ave SE in Inglewood/Ramsay with vendors, a food hall and seasonal events.

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🎓Bow Valley College Fall Open House 2026Bow Valley College, South CampusDT·Sat·10am·Free›

Tour campus, explore 50+ career-focused programs, get your questions answered, and enjoy Open House perks — like FREE applications.

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🎃The Colossal Carve 2026Calgary Farmers' Market WestNW·Sat·11am·Free›

Calgary's only live giant pumpkin carving event: champion carver Yann Blanchard (Cold Cut Canadian Ice Carving Championship winner) carves enormous award-winning pumpkins from Taber's Johnson Fresh Farms, with the Great Gourd Guess weight contest, the Golden Gourd Hunt prize hunt, the Little Gourd Studio pumpkin-decorating station, free live music and fall-chic Thanksgiving shopping. Saturday, October 3 session runs at CFM West, 11 AM-3 PM.

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🎉Senior & Youth Community Art MuralOkotoks & District Seniors ClubDT·Sat·1pm·Free›

Join us to paint, chat, and create a vibrant mural that shows off our awesome community! This event is free and open to the community.

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🍷Free Fall Dinner1009 Prominence Way SWSW·Sat·5:30pm·Free›

Join us for the Free Fall Dinner—good food, good company and a good time all around!

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🎓2026 Marguerite Schumacher Memorial Alumni LectureRanchmen’s ClubSW·Sat·6:30pm·Free›

Join us for the 2026 Marguerite Schumacher Memorial Alumni Lecture where Dr. Fadumo Robinson, DN’26 will explore leadership, lifelong learning, and navigating complexity in today’s changing healthcare system.

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🎸Calgary: BP's Shawnessy - Taylor Swift Name That Tune - Oct 3, 8pmBoston PizzaDT·Sat·8pm·Free›

✨ Join us for Taylor Swift Name That Tune at Boston Pizza Shawnessy! Free entry, prizes, and all your favorite Swift hits. Arrive early!

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🎧HairitageThe Palace TheatreSW·Sat, Oct 3·9pm·Free before 10:30 PM / from $28.55›

Hairitage plays the Palace with free admission before 10:30 PM.

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🎸HairitageThe Palace TheatreSW·Sat, Oct 3·9pm·Free before 10:30 PM with RSVP; from $28.55 after›

Hairitage plays The Palace Saturday, October 3 with free entry before 10:30 PM.

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🛍️First Canadian Collectors Club Show and SaleThorncliffe Greenview Community CentreDT·Sat, Oct 3·9:30am·$5 admission; kids 12 and under free›

Antiques, collectibles, mid-century modern gems, rustic decor, advertising memorabilia and vintage toys on October 3; $5 admission, kids 12 and under free.

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🧺The Mercantile on 9th (Free Inglewood makers market)Thirty makers, vintage, ceramics and fresh bakingAlexandra Centre (The Mercantile on 9th), InglewoodSE·Sun·10am·Free›

The Mercantile on 9th's Harvest market brings 30 independent vendors, from potters and vintage clothing sellers to bakers and jam makers, inside and outside the Alexandra Centre. Leashed dogs are welcome.

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🍂Union Cemetery Tour (Free guided history walk)Volunteer guides share stories of early CalgariansUnion Cemetery (meet at Galloway House)SE·Sun·2pm·Free›

City volunteer guides lead a 90-minute walk through Union Cemetery, one of Calgary's oldest, telling the stories of Mounties, ranchers and the families who shaped the early city. Register ahead, though a few walk-up spots are kept.

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🛍️The Mercantile on 9th - Sustainable MarketThe Mercantile on 9th (9 Avenue SE)SE·Sun, Oct 4·10am·Free›

A seasonal street market of friendly, eco-minded local artisans, artists, and makers in Inglewood, run as a neighbourly block market on 9 Avenue SE from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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🎸Contemporary Kids: Flute Toot-torialContemporary Calgary Arts SocietySW·Sun, Oct 4·1pm·Free›

Join us for a special flute workshop with Jiajia Li. For its simplicity, flute is one of the oldest instruments since the dawn of civilization. In this workshop, award-winning flutist Jiajia Li will guide us on how to make a DIY “flute”, teach some basic playing techniques, and show the beauty of the instruments connecting different cultures. No experience required—just bring your curiosity! This workshop is led by the artist and will run for 75 minutes.

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🔹2026 General Admission - OctoberThe Military MuseumsSW·Sun, Oct 4·10am·Free›

2026 General Admission - October at The Military Museums, Calgary.

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🎨Historical Village and Gasoline Alley Museum Admission1900 Heritage Dr SWSW·Sun, Oct 4·10am·Free›

Heritage Park is one of Canada’s leading living history museums. With more than 200 exhibits and attractions spread over 127 acres of lush parkland, Heritage Park has a lot to offer both the history buff and the pleasure seeker. It balances historical fact with adventure, discovery and family fun. Experience Western Canadian history as you hop aboard an antique steam train, set sail aboard Calgary's only paddle wheeler and visit the farm animals at the ranch.

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🛍️The Mercantile on 9th - Sustainable MarketAlexandra Centre (The Mercantile on 9th), InglewoodSE·Sun, Oct 4·10am·Free›

Curated market of sustainable local artisans, artists and makers at the Alexandra Centre in Inglewood — one-of-a-kind pieces from independent small businesses.

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🎃The Colossal Carve 2026Calgary Farmers' Market SouthSE·Sun, Oct 4·11am·Free›

Champion carver Yann Blanchard transforms enormous pumpkins into art live, alongside the Great Gourd Guess, a Golden Gourd Hunt for kids, the Little Gourd Studio decorating station, live music and fall décor.

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🎸Contemporary Kids: Flute Toot-torialContemporary Calgary Arts SocietySW·Sun, Oct 4·1pm·Free›

Join us for a special flute workshop with Jiajia Li. For its simplicity, flute is one of the oldest instruments since the dawn of civilization. In this workshop, award-winning flutist Jiajia Li will guide us on how to make a DIY “flute”, teach some basic playing techniques, and show the beauty of the instruments connecting different cultures. No experience required—just bring your curiosity! This workshop is led by the artist and will run for 75 minutes.

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🛍️Calgary Farmers' Market South weekend marketCalgary Farmers' Market SouthSE·Sun·9am·Free›

Year-round Calgary Farmers' Market South weekend market at 510 77 Ave SE; open Thursday-Sunday 9 AM-5 PM with local vendors, food stalls and specialty shopping.

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🛍️Calgary Farmers' Market West weekend marketCalgary Farmers' Market WestNW·Sun·9am·Free›

Year-round Calgary Farmers' Market West weekend market at 25 Greenbriar Dr NW; Sunday hours 9 AM-5 PM with local vendors, food stalls and specialty shopping.

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🛍️Crossroads Market weekend marketCrossroads MarketSE·Sun·9am·Free›

'The People's Market since 1987' — indoor year-round weekend market open Friday-Sunday 9 AM-5 PM at 1235 26 Ave SE in Inglewood/Ramsay with vendors, a food hall and seasonal events.

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🏃The b.class® | Sundays @ 10am with Bronwyn - North Glenmore ParkNorth Glenmore Park Community AssociationDT·Sun·10am·Free›

Join me on Sunday mornings at 10:00am for a judgement free, soulful, empowering, all women's fitness dance class!

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🎃The Colossal Carve 2026Calgary Farmers' Market SouthSE·Sun·11am·Free›

Calgary's only live giant pumpkin carving event: champion carver Yann Blanchard (Cold Cut Canadian Ice Carving Championship winner) carves enormous award-winning pumpkins from Taber's Johnson Fresh Farms, with the Great Gourd Guess weight contest, the Golden Gourd Hunt prize hunt, the Little Gourd Studio pumpkin-decorating station, free live music and fall-chic Thanksgiving shopping. Sunday, October 4 session runs at CFM South, 11 AM-3 PM.

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🍷Sundae School (Calgary)Made by Marcus- InglewoodDT·Sun·12pm·Free›

Join your kid for a hands-on ice-cream science adventure where you mix, freeze, taste, and finish with an over-the-top sundae.

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🍷Contemporary Kids: Flute Toot-torialContemporary Calgary Arts SocietySW·Sun·1pm·Free›

Join us for a special flute workshop with Jiajia Li. For its simplicity, flute is one of the oldest instruments since the dawn of civilization.

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🎓Free Educational Seminar about First Time Home BuyersThe Real Estate DistrictDT·Sun·3:30pm·Free›

Join us in person to get the scoop on buying your first home—tips, tricks, and answers all in one spot!

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🛍️Bearspaw Lions Farmers Market — Sunday Oct 4Bearspaw Lions Farmers MarketOutside city·Sun, Oct 4·10am·Free entry / paid shopping›

Bearspaw Lions' farmers market (running since 1992) with 110+ vendors, brunch in the Lions Hall from 9:30am, and food trucks. Open 10am-2pm. Final 2026 market date (first Sunday in October); retained through Oct 25.

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🎸Roger Admiral and the Edmonton Saxophone QuartetEckhardt-Gramatté Hall, Rozsa CentreNW·Mon, Oct 5·12pm·Free›

Camrose pianist Roger Admiral joins forces with the Edmonton Saxophone Quartet for a performance that sits at the thrilling intersection of funk, jazz, and classical mastery. Experience a bold new quintet by Alberta composer Howard Bashaw,

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🎸Roger Admiral and the Edmonton Saxophone QuartetEckhardt-Gramatté Hall, Rozsa CentreNW·Mon, Oct 5·12pm·Free›

Camrose pianist Roger Admiral joins forces with the Edmonton Saxophone Quartet for a performance that sits at the thrilling intersection of funk, jazz, and classical mastery. Experience a bold new quintet by Alberta composer Howard Bashaw, specifically compose

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🎸Roger Admiral and the Edmonton Saxophone QuartetEckhardt-Gramatté HallNW·Mon, Oct 5·12pm·Free›

Camrose pianist Roger Admiral joins forces with the Edmonton Saxophone Quartet for a performance that sits at the thrilling intersection of funk, jazz, and classical mastery. 

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🎸Roger Admiral and the Edmonton Saxophone QuartetEckhardt-Gramatté Hall, Rozsa CentreNW·Mon, Oct 5·12pm·Free›

Camrose pianist Roger Admiral joins forces with the Edmonton Saxophone Quartet for a performance that sits at the thrilling intersection of funk, jazz, and classical mastery.

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🎓Mini Medical School - Pulmonary Fibrosis: When Healing Goes Too FarUCalgary Foothills Campus, HSC Theater 4 & ZoomNW·Mon, Oct 5·6:30pm·Free›

Join us on October 5th for an eye-opening hybrid public lecture that explores how lungs repair, scar, and lose their ability to function.

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🔹2026 General Admission - OctoberThe Military MuseumsSW·Mon, Oct 5·10am·Free›

2026 General Admission - October at The Military Museums, Calgary.

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🎸Roger Admiral and the Edmonton Saxophone QuartetEckhardt-Gramatté Hall, Rozsa CentreNW·Mon, Oct 5·12pm·Free›

Camrose pianist Roger Admiral joins forces with the Edmonton Saxophone Quartet for a performance that sits at the thrilling intersection of funk, jazz, and classical mastery.

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🎓Mini Medical School - Pulmonary Fibrosis: When Healing Goes Too FarUCalgary Foothills Campus, HSC Theater 4 & ZoomNW·Mon, Oct 5·6:30pm·Free›

Join us on October 5th for an eye-opening hybrid public lecture that explores how lungs repair, scar, and lose their ability to function.

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🍷Gluten-Free Money$aver Monday1081 2 Ave NWNW·Mon, Oct 5·7am·Free›

Money$aver Monday, which means you can enjoy 30% OFF selected items while quantities last!

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🎸Roger Admiral and the Edmonton Saxophone QuartetEckhardt-Gramatté Hall, Rozsa CentreNW·Mon, Oct 5·12pm·Free›

Camrose pianist Roger Admiral joins forces with the Edmonton Saxophone Quartet for a performance that sits at the thrilling intersection of funk, jazz, and classical mastery.

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🍷New Fall 2026 Alberta Beverage Awards winners trade tasting and showcaseCalgary Italian Cultural CentreDT·Mon, Oct 5·1:30pm·Free›

For Alberta hospitality trade - a free drop-in tasting and product showcase of more than 150 award-winning and new products!

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🎓Mini Medical School - Pulmonary Fibrosis: When Healing Goes Too FarUCalgary Foothills Campus, HSC Theater 4 & ZoomNW·Mon, Oct 5·6:30pm·Free›

Join us on October 5th for an eye-opening hybrid public lecture that explores how lungs repair, scar, and lose their ability to function.

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🎨Heart Health for Her: Empowering Women at Every BeatSeton LibrarySE·Tue, Oct 6·6:30pm·Free›

Join us for Heart Health for Her: Empowering Women at Every Beat at Seton Library. This event brings women’s cardiovascular experts to the community! Cardiovascular disease is the No. 1 preventable, yet leading cause of death in women in Canada. For decades, w

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💰Heart Health for Her: Empowering Women at Every BeatSeton LibrarySE·Tue, Oct 6·6:30pm·Free›

Cardiovascular disease is the No. 1 preventable, yet leading cause of death in women in Canada. For decades, women have been critically underrepresented in cardiovascular research, which has resulted in women being under-recognized, underdiagnosed and undertreated. Although traditionally considered only a disease of older women, we know that cardiovascular risk...

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🔹2026 General Admission - OctoberThe Military MuseumsSW·Tue, Oct 6·10am·Free›

2026 General Admission - October at The Military Museums, Calgary.

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💰Elders on Campus with Evelyn Good StrikerPF 1239 (Professional Faculties Building)NW·Tue, Oct 6·11am·Free›

Gather in a warm, welcoming space

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💰Heart Health for Her: Empowering Women at Every BeatSeton LibrarySE·Tue, Oct 6·6:30pm·Free›

Cardiovascular disease is the No. 1 preventable, yet leading cause of death in women in Canada. For decades, women have been critically underrepresented in cardiovascular research, which has resulted in women being under-recognized, underdiagnosed and undertreated. Although traditionally considered only a disease of older women, we know that cardiovascular risk...

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💰Elders on Campus with Evelyn Good StrikerPF 1239 (Professional Faculties Building)NW·Tue, Oct 6·11am·Free›

Gather in a warm, welcoming space

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🎓Tech Start - Launch Night 2026ENGG Lounge - Schulich School of EngineeringDT·Tue, Oct 6·6:30pm·Free›

Kick off the year with Tech Start! Meet the exec team, see what we're building & connect with students into tech. Free food!

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💰Heart Health for Her: Empowering Women at Every BeatSeton LibrarySE·Tue, Oct 6·6:30pm·Free›

Cardiovascular disease is the No. 1 preventable, yet leading cause of death in women in Canada. For decades, women have been critically underrepresented in cardiovascular research, which has resulted in women being under-recognized, underdiagnosed and undertreated. Although traditionally considered only a disease of older women, we know that cardiovascular risk...

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🏃The b.class® - YYC | Tuesdays with KimVarsity Community AssociationNW·Tue, Oct 6·7:30pm·Free›

Join me on Tuesday evenings at Varsity for a judgement free, soulful, empowering, all women's fitness class!

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🎸Wind Ensemble & Symphonic BandEckhardt-Gramatté Hall, Rozsa CentreNW·Tue, Oct 6·7:30pm·$11 - $14›

Join the UCalgary Wind Ensemble and Symphonic Band for an evening of music with a rich and diverse program, ranging from classic symphonic masterpieces to contemporary wind ensemble compositions. Noted for their precision and dynamic spectr

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🎉Forever Young: Carolyn Harley TrioStudio BellSE·Wed, Oct 7·Free›

Join us for a special edition of Forever Young: Seniors' Wednesdays and celebrate lifelong connections to music with interactive experiences for all ages.

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🌿Mushrooms & Immune Defense: Nature’s Hidden AlliesCommunity Natural EventsDT·Wed, Oct 7·6pm·Free›

Our bodies are constantly working to find balance. The demands of everyday life—stress, busy schedules, poor sleep, environmental factors, and emotional demands—can gradually leave us feeling depleted. Let’s take a more holistic approach to wellness, looking at how mushrooms, adaptogenic herbs, plant-based nutrients, and other natural ingredients can work alongside…

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