Halloween is just around the corner, and whether Calgarians are looking for something family friendly or spooky, there is a lot of events to choose from this year.
From ballet to costume contests, to accessible trick or treating, and even horror movie marathons, there is something for everyone this Halloween in Calgary.
Halloween Events in Calgary
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Lantern Events presents Pumpkins After Dark, at Winsport
September 21, 2024 - October 31, 2024, Multiple Times
Pumpkins After Dark is Canada’s award-winning outdoor Halloween event. Featuring over 10,000+ hand-carved pumpkins, this one-of-a-kind walk-through experience is the must-see event of the fall season. 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 – […]
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Alcove Centre for the Arts presents Pumpkin Carving Workshop, at Alcove Centre for the Arts
October 16, 2024, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Levels beginner to advanced. This is an advanced level of sculpting, however it is geared to any level as we will set it up in a way that you can take your pumpkin to whatever level you’d like! The idea is to try your hand at subtractive 3d sculpting. We will mainly be doing portraiture […]
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Wit and Wizardry presents Wit and Wizardry: Spooky Thrills Await!, at Theatre 1308
October 16, 2024, 7:30 pm
This monthly menagerie of magic is hosted by magician Ryan Pilling, known internationally as a creative inventor of original tricks, and for uncovering forgotten secrets from the history of magic. That’s right, you’ll see both the newest and oldest tricks in the book… in the same show! Each month Ryan invites wonderfully talented friends who […]
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Alberta Ballet presents Alberta Ballet’s GRIMM, at Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium
October 17, 2024 - October 19, 2024, Multiple Times
The tales from the Brothers Grimm have been children’s classics for generations, but these classics, collected from oral folklore traditions, have origins in a darker realm. Alberta Ballet has commissioned a world premiere from rising choreographic star Stefania Ballone of Milan’s Teatro alla Scala. With an extensive background working in contemporary and classical ballet, Stefania […]
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Treat Accessibility presents 2024 Treat Accessibility Village, at 10A Street NW – Kensington
October 19, 2024, 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Treat Accessibly Halloween Villages are intended for children with disabilities and their families, allowing them to experience curb-side and accessible trick-or-treating with each other and with local neighbourhood kids. Local media and government officials are also be invited to help us spread the message of Accessible Trick-or-Treating on October 31st. Our goal is to create […]
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17 Avenue BIA presents Halloween on 17th Avenue, at Tomkins Park
October 25, 2024 - October 26, 2024, Multiple Times
Enjoy a weekend full of classic Halloween movies, live entertainment, Trick-or-Treating, and of course, FREE candy. It’s going to be frightfully fun—you won’t want to miss it! October 25 Hip Image Photo Booth from 4 – 8 PM Haunted Mansion from 4 PM The Sugar Cube Candy Truck from 6 – 10 PM Lost Boys […]
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Jayme Minor presents SOBERWEEN, at Ranchman’s Cookhouse and Dancehall
October 26, 2024, 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Welcome to SOBERWEEN! Get ready for a spooktacular time at Ranchman’s Cookhouse & Dancehall on Sat, Oct 26, 2024, at 1:00 PM. Join us for an afternoon of fun, dancing, and good vibes—all without the need for alcohol Mocktails and Food Available – Sip on delicious mocktails while enjoying tasty treats. Live DJ – Our […]
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Bow River Brewing presents Halloween Pumpkin Carving Contest, at Bow River Brewing
October 27, 2024, 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Come join us on Sun, Oct 27, 2024 starting at 2 p.m. at Bow River Brewing for a spooktacular event! Bring your creativity and carving skills to compete against others in carving the best pumpkin. Get ready to show off your carving techniques and design a pumpkin masterpiece. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned […]
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Sundog Storytellers presents Spooktacular Tales: A Family Friendly Comedy Show, at Theatre 1308
October 27, 2024 - October 30, 2024, 6:00 pm
Join us and meet our motley crew: A ghost in therapy, a zombie starting a new job, and a social justice warrior who confesses to a murder. Come join us at Theatre 1308 for a spooktacular evening filled with laughter and fun for the whole family. Our talented performers will have you howling with laughter […]
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The Lennox Irish Pub presents Pumpkin Paint Night, at The Lennox Irish Pub
October 29, 2024, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Join us at The Lennox Irish Pub on October 29th, from 6-9pm. For just $25, dive into a world of creativity as we take care of everything – from setting up, offering inspiration, and handling all the clean-up. All you need to do is show up and craft a beautiful Fall AF pumpkin. Oh, and […]
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Calgary Public Library presents Mayor’s Halloween Storytime, at Central Library
October 31, 2024, 10:00 am - 10:30 am
Join us for a frightfully fun Halloween Storytime with Library Staff and Mayor Jyoti Gondek. Get yourself in the trick-or-treating spirit and wear your costume to enjoy Halloween-themed stories, songs, and rhymes. After the storytime stick around for other activities, like a chance to come face to face some with cold blooded critters if you […]
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Calgary Public Library presents Babies Go Boo!, at Crowfoot Library
October 31, 2024, 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Dress up your baby and celebrate Halloween with stories, rhymes, and songs at the Crowfoot Library. A caregiver is required for this in-person programming, for children between the ages of 6 and 23 months of age.
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Calgary Public Library presents Pumpkin Patch Babies, at Shawnessy Library
October 31, 2024, 11:00 am - 11:30 am
Fall into a cozy, autumn-themed storytime with lots of songs, rhymes, and stories. Costumes are welcome. Program for children aged 6 to 23 months of age. Caregiver is required for participation.
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Funnyfest Calgary presents FunnyFest Calgary Halloween Comedy Extravaganza, at Dog and Duck Pub
October 31, 2024, 7:00 pm
Laugh, eat, drink with three comedians, and try to win $5,000 in costume prizes. Audience favourite and award winning comedians Stu Hughes and Joe King are joined by special guest comedians. Get home safe with free overnight parking.
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Weaselhead Preservation Society presents Halloween Night Hike at the Weaselhead Natural Area, at Weaselhead Natural Area Parking
October 31, 2024, 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Learn about and seek out nocturnal creatures that call Calgary home, such as bats, owls, flying squirrels and more! Hike will be about 4-5km in length- partly on paved pathways, and partly on uneven hiking trails. Please wear appropriate footwear. Bring a headlamp or flashlight. We recommend one with a red light (or putting red […]
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Cold Garden Brewery presents Cold Garden’s Murder Mystery: Mothman Murders!, at Cold Garden Brewery
October 31, 2024, 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Cold Garden was about to unveil it’s latest top-secret brew, but something mysterious was brewing behind the scenes… The legendary Mothman has been spotted, and it’s not alone! Conspiracies and chaos reign as a bunch of monsters and shadowy figures gather in the brewery’s darkest corners. The truth? It’s out there… somewhere. But wait! Mayhem […]
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