October in Calgary

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Things to Do

October in Calgary

Things to do in Calgary this October 2023

Embrace autumn with the return of seasonal favourites like ScreamFest, Pumpkins After Dark, Ghouls’ Night Out, and Harvest Lights at Calgary Farmyard, all happening this October in Calgary. 



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The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde

Where: Vertigo Theatre 

When: September 30 - October 29

 

Calgary Hitmen Home Games 

Get into the fun and excitement of the WHL with Calgary Hitmen home games at the Scotiabank Saddledome as the Hitmen take on the Saskatoon Blades, Seattle Thunderbirds, Lethbridge Hurricanes, Red Deer Rebels, and Portland Winterhawks.  

Where: Scotiabank Saddledome 

When: October 1, 20, 22, 28, 29 

 

Calgary Flames Home Games 

Experience the thrill of NHL action with Calgary Flames Home Games at the Scotiabank Saddledome as the Flames take on the Colorado Avalanche, Vegas Golden Knights, Buffalo Sabers, Carolina Hurricanes, Pittsburgh Penguins, and Edmonton Oilers this October. 

Where: Scotiabank Saddledome 

When: October 2, 11, 24, 26 

 

Train of Terror at Aspen Crossing

All aboard the Train of Terror! Experience haunted railway cars, disturbing entertainment, and FEAR! If you make it through the fright cars alive, you will find areas to calm your nerves with food and drinks for purchase!

Where: Aspen Crossing 

When: October 6 - November 4

 

ScreamFest 

ScreamFest is coming back to haunt Calgary for the largest Halloween event in the city. Get ready to scream with a new haunted house, thrills, rides, carnival games, and more. 

Where: Stampede Park 

When: October 6-31  

 

The Dark Lady at Lunchbox Theatre

Who is the “Dark Lady” that Shakespeare describes in his sonnets? Lunchbox Theatre and The Shakespeare Company aim to explore just that in their co-production of The Dark Lady by Jessica B. Hill.

Where: Vertigo Theatre

When: October 10-29

 

Alberta Ballet in The Sleeping Beauty 

The spell is cast! Alberta Ballet eagerly anticipates the return of The Sleeping Beauty! This classic fairy tale is destined to enchant ballet-goers of all ages. Since 2018, The Sleeping Beauty has been a crown jewel in the company’s repertoire, offering a quintessential classical ballet experience. 

Where: Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium 

When: October 26-28 

 

Night of the Living Dead presented by The GRAND

This halloween weekend visit The GRAND for a night of popcorn, drinks, BRAINS, and enjoy George A. Romero's 1968, cult classic, Night of the Living Dead!

Where: The GRAND - Flanagan Theatre

When: October 27

 

TOOL in Concert 

TOOL return to the road this Fall, expanding on their recently announced festival appearances (Power Trip, Aftershock and Louder Than Life) with a six-week, North American tour that mark TOOL’s first Canadian shows since 2019. 

Where: Scotiabank Saddledome 

When: October 27 

 

Ghouls' Night Out 

Pick your costume and get your family together for Ghouls’ Night Out at Heritage Park for this wildly popular, safe, and fun-filled Halloween event for all ages. 

Where: Heritage Park 

When: October 27 

 

12-Hour Halloween Horror Movie Marathon 2023

An annual CUFF tradition! This Halloween, the Calgary Underground Film Festival returns to Globe Cinema for our annual 12-Hour Horror Movie Marathon. 7 movies from 7pm until 7am the next morning, including a costume contest, and other surprises throughout the night.

Where: Globe Cinema 

When: October 28

 

Films at the Fort: Thrills and Chills series - The Shining

See Halloween movie favourites on the big screen at the October Films at the Fort series at Fort Calgary. Playing tonight: The Shining!

Where: Fort Calgary's Burnswest Theatre 

When: October 28

 

ZooBOO at Wilder Institute/ Calgary Zoo

ZooBOO is a chance for your kids to dress up early, trick-or-treat at the zoo, and enjoy seeing their favourite animals. The best part? Your kids get to have fun while supporting wildlife conservation!

Where: Wilder Institute/ Calgary Zoo

When: October 28-29 

 

Calgary Wranglers vs Colorado Eagles 

The Calgary Wranglers kick off their first season in Calgary vs the Colorado Eagles on October 28 and October 29 for exciting AHL (American Hockey League) action at the Scotiabank Saddledome. 

Where: Scotiabank Saddledome 

When: October 28-29 

 

Jubilations Dinner Theatre presents Top Gunn: A Maverick Musical

Jubilations Dinner Theatre takes a ride on the Highway to the Danger Zone with their parody spin on the fighter jet franchise. Two classic movies made 30 years apart featuring a movie star that somehow looks like he hasn’t aged a single day… it’s just a musical theatre spoof waiting to happen!

Where: Jubilations Dinner Theatre

When: October 28 - January 13

 

Haunted History at The GRAND

Since opening in 1912, The GRAND has become Western Canada's oldest theatre and after 111 years it is safe to say "YES, The GRAND is very likely haunted". Proudly presented in partnership with Calgary Ghost Walks, The GRAND welcomes you on October 30th, after the sun sets; for a special walking ghost tour of The GRAND!

Where: The GRAND

When: October 30

 

Mac Hall Concerts presents Eric Nam

The multifaceted musician, actor, and television personality Eric Nam is one of the most successful Korean-American figures of recent times. Mac Hall Concerts presents Eric Nam, House on a Hill, North America tour, with special guest Jamie Miller.

Where:  MacEwan Hall

When: October 30

 

WinSport Pumpkins After Dark 

Pumpkins After Dark features over 6,000 hand-carved pumpkins coming to life during this nighttime family-friendly walk-through experience. Enjoy lit pumpkin sculptures and displays plus pumpkin sales, fall treats and sweets. 

Where: WinSport 

When: Until October 31

 

Harvest Lights 

Enjoy thousands of lights under the evening sky with Harvest Lights at Calgary Farmyard. All attractions are open with pumpkins available for photos and purchase. The corn maze remains dark for an extra fun challenge too. 

Where: Calgary Farmyard 

When: Open until October 31 

 

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 “an Evening with Groucho” in this fast paced 90 minutes of hilarity. 

Where: Stage West Theatre Restaurants 

When: Until November 12 

 

 

Past events

 

Calgary International Film Festival 

The Calgary International Film Festival showcases over 175 multi-genre feature and short films from Canada and around the world at the largest film festival in Alberta. Browse the films and get your ticket bundles now. 

Where: Various locations 

When: September 21 - October 1 

 

Calgary Fall Home Show 

Shop for home-related products and services, experience inspiring home displays, connect with industry experts, and enjoy informative presentations from renowned local and international home professionals at the 2023 Calgary Fall Home Show. 

Where: BMO Centre 

When: September 29 - October 1 

 

Daniel Caesar Presents Superpowers World Tour 

Multi-platinum GRAMMY Award-winning singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer Daniel Caesar, makes a stop in Calgary on the second leg of his Superpowers World Tour. 

Where: Scotiabank Saddledome 

When: October 3 

 

Films at the Fort: Thrills and Chills series - Scream

See Halloween movie favourites on the big screen at the October Films at the Fort series at Fort Calgary. Playing tonight: Scream!

Where: Fort Calgary's Burnswest Theatre

When: October 7

 

Disney + Pixar’s UP in Concert with Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra

Experience movie magic with the animated classic, Disney + Pixar's UP, live in concert with the Calgary Philharmonic. Join Carl and Russell on their heartwarming adventure to a lost world.

Where: Jack Singer Concert Hall 

When: October 7

 

Cirque Du Soleil: Kooza 

Experience KOOZA Under the Big Top at Stampede Park! This show highlights the physical demands of human performance in all its splendor and fragility, presented in a colorful mélange that emphasizes bold slapstick humor. 

Where: Under the Big Top at Stampede Park  

When: Until October 8 

 

Imaginarium 

Wordfest presents Imaginarium with over 50 of the world’s most generous writers, thinkers, activators, and inspirers in Calgary’s Beltline and Victoria Park neighbourhoods. 

Where: Various locations 

When: October 11-15 

 

Oktoberfest at Spruce Meadows 

Spruce Meadows hosts Oktoberfest I with horses and riders competing in the indoor Equi-Plex with free admission and food concession available. 

Where: Spruce Meadows 

When: October 11-15 

 

Godsmack North American Tour 

Multi-platinum Grammy-nominated hard rock band GODSMACK takes the stage at the Scotiabank Saddledome on their 2023 North American tour in support of their eighth studio album Lighting Up The Sky. 

Where: Scotiabank Saddledome 

When: October 13 

 

Wild After Hours: ZooDunnit (18+)

Gather clues, engage with a shady cast of characters and enjoy food and drinks throughout the zoo at Wild After Hours: ZooDunnit. This adults only night will have your team of detectives on your toes as you discover who is ‘lion’. 

Where: Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo

When: October 13 

 

Spark After Dark: Fear 

What is the science behind fear? What causes humans to be scared of things like ghosts, bugs, heights, and more? Look behind the curtain of fear during this fang-tastic Spark After Dark. 

Where: TELUS Spark Science Centre 

When: October 13 

 

Rocky Mountain Food and Wine Festival 

Celebrating over 25 years as Alberta’s premier food and food event, the Rocky Mountain Food and Wine Festival brings together hundreds of exhibitors and over 25,000 guests from across Western Canada to enjoy delicious fare paired with the best in beverages. 

Where: BMO Centre 

When: October 13-14 

 

Wu-Tang Clan & Nas: NY State Of Mind Tour 

Hip Hop icons Wu-Tang Clan and Nas have announced the 2023 co-headline run of their N.Y. State of Mind Tour, which will be hitting the Scotiabank Saddledome stage October 14. 

Where: Scotiabank Saddledome 

When: October 14 

 

Films at the Fort: Thrills and Chills series - Beetlejuice

See Halloween movie favourites on the big screen at the October Films at the Fort series at Fort Calgary. Playing tonight: Beetlejuice!

Where: Fort Calgary's Burnswest Theatre 

When: October 14

 

Dinner and a Movie at the Selkirk - Mean Girls

Put on your best pink outfit and grab your friends for Dinner and a Movie at the Selkirk featuring the 2004 classic, Mean Girls! Enjoy a meal inspired by the film, as well as popcorn and drinks.

Where: Selkirk Heritage Park

When: October 17

 

The Marriage of Figaro

Don’t miss The Marriage of Figaro, an operatic whirlwind of mistaken identities, awkward situations, and comedic antics that occur on a single chaotic day – the wedding day of household servants Figaro and Susanna.

Where: Jubilee Auditorium

When: October 14, 18, and 20

 

Ghost Tea at Heritage Park 

Check out this spooky edition of the Heritage Park Famous 5 afternoon teas! Begin with a 60-minute family-friendly ghost tour through the park’s haunted sites, unravelling tales of unexplained happenings and ghostly sightings. Then, savour tea and treats, creating a truly unforgettable and chilling experience. 

Where: Heritage Park 

When: October 14, 15, 21, 22  

 

Wild After Hours: Red Pandas (18+)

Calling all red panda enthusiasts! Wild After Hours: Red Pandas will be an evening of inspired conversation, a delicious four course dinner, and an exclusive guided viewing of the red pandas.

Where: Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo

When: October 21 

 

Crocodile Rock: The Legend of Elton John 

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! 

Where: Jubilations Dinner Theatre 

When: Until October 21 

 

Films at the Fort: Thrills and Chills series - The Addams Family

See Halloween movie favourites on the big screen at the October Films at the Fort series at Fort Calgary. Playing tonight: The Addams Family!

Where: Fort Calgary's Burnswest Theatre

When: October 21

 

Magic Lies: An evening with W.O. Mitchell 

Rosebud Theatre presents Magic Lies: An evening with W.O. Mitchell. W.O. Mitchell, known as Canada’s Mark Twain, stampedes onto the Opera House stage to regale us with his telltale ramble of stories, characters and impressions in this World Premiere written by his son and daughter-in-law. 

Where: Rosebud Theatre 

When: Until October 21 

 

The Doobie Brothers 50th Anniversary tour 

The Doobie Brothers’ collection of timeless hits will once again be played by the artists who wrote them, providing fans the rare opportunity to see these Rock and Roll legends performing their full catalogue of songs on stage. 

Where: Scotiabank Saddledome 

When: October 25 


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