November in Calgary
Pack your calendar with markets, musicals, and all the game-day excitement at the Dome.
Scotiabank Saddledome (Credit: Tourism Calgary/Colin Way)
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ZOOLIGHTS: Wildly Aglow for 30 Years
Thirty years. Millions of memories. And a whole lot of glow. ZOOLIGHTS, presented by Olympia Trust Company, is back to light up the season with dazzling displays, festive favourites and wild surprises around every corner. Rediscover the magic, make new memories, and celebrate the traditions that bring Calgary together. Whether it’s your first ZOOLIGHTS or your 30th, there’s always something new to see, share and celebrate.
Spruce Meadows International Christmas Market
Step into Christmas at Spruce Meadows! The International Christmas Market returns for its biggest year yet, now spanning four festive weekends from November 13 to December 6. Wander through twinkling lights and European-inspired market spaces, shop 330+ businesses and vendors, sip something festive, savour seasonal favourites and catch live entertainment along the way. With one-of-a-kind gifts, Christmas traditions and plenty to discover, this is one Calgary holiday experience you won’t want to miss.
Fluid Fest 2026
Experience a citywide celebration of dance, contemporary performance, and connection at Fluid Fest.
Where: Contemporary Calgary
When: Until November 7
Evil Dead The Musical
Watch a cabin getaway turn into demonic chaos as five college students unleash an evil force at Alberta Theatre Projects’ Evil Dead The Musical.
Where: Martha Cohen Theatre
When: Until November 14
Calgary Hitmen Home Games
Get into the fun with Calgary Hitmen home games as they take to the ice this month.
Where: Scotiabank Saddledome
When: November 1, 10, 20, 22, 25
JazzYYC Canadian Festival
Discover homegrown jazz at JazzYYC Canadian Festival, featuring established artists and rising stars who celebrate Canada’s jazz roots and shape its sound today.
Where: Various locations
When: November 3-8
Burwood Distillery Craft Experience
Discover the art and flavour behind one of the cocktail world’s most essential ingredients at Burwood Distillery.
Where: 2566 Flanders Ave SW Ste 100
When: November 5 & 19
Calgary Justice Film Festival
Discover three days of free, justice-focused films and thought-provoking stories bringing music, spoken word, art, and storytelling to the Calgary Justice Film Festival.
Where: The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland
When: November 5-7
Millarville Christmas Market
Browse returning favourites and new seasonal makers at the Millarville Christmas Market while enjoying food trucks, live music, photos with Santa, and face painting.
Where: Millarville Racing & Agricultural Society
When: November 5-7 & 12-15
YYC Noodle Festival
Discover authentic noodle dishes from Calgary’s local restaurants at YYC Noodle Festival, celebrating Asian cuisines and supporting local businesses with every bite.
Where: Participating restaurants across Calgary
When: November 5-15
Calgary Flames Home Games
Check out the Calgary Flames play their last and final season at the iconic Scotiabank Saddledome.
Where: Scotiabank Saddledome
When: November 6, 8, 11, 19, 21
History Keepers Tour
Step beyond the familiar and discover a different side of Heritage Park with The History Keepers Tour — an exclusive experience that most guests never get to see.
Where: Heritage Park
When: November 7 & 21
Authentically Curated Holiday Market
Shop unique gifts from 40+ local First Nations, Métis, and Inuit artists representing over 30 Nations at the Authentically Curated Holiday Market.
Where: Kerby Centre
When: November 7 & 8
Broadway Across Canada: Beauty & The Beast
Step into Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, a beloved musical filled with romance and grandeur, where the timeless tale is brought to life with spectacular sets and dazzling costumes.
Where: Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium
When: November 10-15
Remembrance Day
Remembrance Day at The Military Museums
Join The Military Museums for their annual ceremony including a moment of silence, Last Post, Revielle and remarks from special guests.
Where: 4520 Crowchild Trl SW
When: November 11
Remembrance Day at The Hangar Flight Museum
Attend the annual outdoor Remembrance Day service at The Hangar Flight Museum, followed by museum access with admission by donation.
Where: 4629 McCall Way NE
When: November 11
Cenovus Energy 2026 Grey Cup Festival and 113th Grey Cup
Experience Canada's ultimate sporting event and celebration in Calgary!
An Idiot's Guide to Wine
Sample 5 different wine varietals from around the world while enjoying a hilarious stand-up show using material written by Merrick Watts at An Idiot's Guide to Wine.
Where: Winsport Event Centre
When: November 12, 13, 20
Inglewood Holiday Market
Shop 60+ local vendors for handmade gifts and enjoy three festive weekends of delicious food and live local music at the Inglewood Holiday Night Market.
Where: Crossroads Market
When: November 13, 14, 20, 21, 27, 28
Spruce Meadows International Christmas Market
Discover unique gifts at Spruce Meadows’ International Christmas Market as you wander through European-inspired stalls, savour seasonal treats, and soak up the festive atmosphere.
Where: 18011 Spruce Meadows Way SW
When: November 13-15, 20-22, 27-29
Synth Soundbath
Explore the science and sensory power of sound through music history, synthesizer technology and an immersive hour-long Synth Soundbath, a unique Calgary Blue Sky Experience.
Where: Studio Bell, Home of the National Music Centre
When: November 14
ZOOLIGHTS
Explore a glowing winter wonderland as ZOOLIGHTS returns for its 29th year. Discover new light installations and returning favourites that celebrate the magic of the season.
Where: Wilder Institute’s Calgary Zoo
When: November 14 – January 4, 2027
Calgary Wranglers Home Games
Watch the Calgary Wranglers at back-to-back games on their home ground.
Where: Scotiabank Saddledome
When: November 17, 18, 28, 29
Calgary Winter Market
Gather with loved ones and soak up the festive charm of a European-inspired holiday experience at the Calgary Winter Market.
Where: Eau Claire Plaza
When: Thursday to Sunday, November 19 – December 13
The Jury Experience
Step into a thrilling courtroom drama where the audience is the jury at The Jury Experience. Listen to testimonies, analyze evidence, and ultimately decide… guilty or not guilty?
Where: The GRAND
When: November 20
The Polar Express™ at Aspen Crossing
Hop aboard the Polar Express™ for a family adventure inspired by the movie where you enjoy a magical journey to the North Pole filled with holiday cheer.
Where: Aspen Crossing
When: November 20 – December 24
A Christmas Carol
Celebrate a cherished Calgary holiday tradition as Geoffrey Simon Brown’s adaptation of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol returns to the Theatre Calgary stage.
Where: Max Bell Theatre
When: November 26 – December 27
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