Top Christmas Events in Calgary 2025
Discover all the family fun things to do in Calgary for Christmas 2025
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Get in the holiday spirit with Calgary classics and new ways to celebrate the season. From classic holiday music with the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra to ZOOLIGHTS at the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo and Once Upon a Christmas at Heritage Park, there is so much to do in Calgary this holiday season.
Note: These events and activities are no longer up-to-date. Check out What to Do in Calgary This Week for more great things to see and do in Calgary.
Things to Do in Calgary for Christmas 2025
Warm up the holiday season with these festivities in Calgary:
Miracle on First Street at Proof Cocktail Bar | November 15 - December 31
Sippin' Santa at Ricardo's Hideaway | November 18 - December 31
Home Alone at Eighty-Eight Brewing Co. | November 19 - December 31
Red Nose at Frenchie Wine Bar | November 22 - December 23
Theatre Calgary: A Christmas Carol | November 29 - December 29
Traditional Christmas with the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra | December 10-12
The Nutcracker by Alberta Ballet | December 13-24 Holiday Tea at Heritage Park | December 27, 28, 29
Christmas Events & Entertainment
Once Upon a Christmas at Heritage Park | November 30, December 1, 7, 8, 14, 15
ZOOLIGHTS at Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo | November 15, 2024 - January 5, 2025
Christmas Events Beyond Calgary
Rosebud Theatre Presents - Christmas on the Air | November 8 - December 2
The Polar Express at Alberta Prairie Railway | Until December 23
Christmas in Banff & Lake Louise | Until December 31
Photos with Santa in Calgary
Millarville Christmas Market | November 7-10, 14-17
Granary Road Christmas Market | November 30 - December 1, 7, 8, 14, 15
Once Upon a Christmas at Heritage Park | December 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22
Enchanted Forest at Southcentre Mall | November 14 - December 24
Visits with Santa at CF Chinook Centre | November 15 - December 24
Visits with Santa at CF Market Mall | November 15 - December 24
Visits with Santa at Deerfoot City | November 21 - December 24
Where to See Christmas Lights in Calgary
Tour holiday light displays from the comfort of your car or explore the attractions and neighbourhoods that are lighting up this holiday season. Bundle up and embrace the holiday spirit with Christmas lights in and around Calgary.
Christmas Gift Ideas in Calgary
Shop local this holiday season with great gift ideas in Calgary.
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Best Christmas Markets Around Calgary
Get a head start on your holiday shopping and discover great local gift ideas with festive food trucks, music, entertainment, and photos with Santa.
More Holiday Shopping
Find all your favourite stores in one place with great holiday shopping destinations or shop local with stores and brands you can only find in Calgary.
