September in Calgary is packed full of awesome things to do! Celebrate Calgary Pride, play with art & science at Beakerhead, and grab your popcorn for the Calgary International Film Festival; it’s all happening this September 2024 in Calgary.

September Events

Labour Day Classic: Stampeders vs Elks

Cheer on the Calgary Stampeders vs the Edmonton Elks at McMahon Stadium with exciting CFL action in Calgary.

Where: McMahon Stadium
When: September 2

Kings of Leon: Can We Please Have Fun Tour

Get ready for an electrifying night of rock as Kings of Leon take the stage at the Scotiabank Saddledome in Calgary on September 3rd. Prepare to be swept away by their anthemic hits, powerful performances, and infectious energy as one of the biggest alt-rock bands in the world lights up the stage. 

Where: Scotiabank Saddledome
When: September 3

Spruce Meadows ‘Masters’

Top riders and horses from around the globe compete at the Spruce Meadows ‘Masters’ in Calgary. All seating is general admission and can be purchased in advance.

Where: Spruce Meadows
When: September 4-8

Blue Jay Sessions: 5th Anniversary Spectacular

Broadway production and live music come together at the Blue Jay Sessions: 5th Anniversary Spectacular. Each evening will feature 12+ Blue Jay Sessions alumni taking the stage to perform a mix of original songs and covers backed by a band and a string section.

Where: Mamdani Opera Centre
When: September 5 & 6

Honens Festival

The Honens Festival returns with a celebration of live music. The piano takes centre stage with performances by international musicians and popular events like 176 Keys, Bison Noir, and Open Air.

Where: Various locations
When: September 5-8

Halloweekends at Calaway Park

Join the Boo Crew at Calaway Park this Fall! Stroll through Hallotown… if you dare! Is it scary? No, it’s friendly! Dress up as your favourite family friendly character and enjoy a day of Fall fun! It’s a spooktacular good time for the whole family! Open Saturdays, Sundays, and Thanksgiving Monday from 11am to 5pm.

Where: Calaway Park
When: September 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22, 28, 29

DandyFest

Celebrate all things Dandy at DandyFest, including food, music, art, and craft beer. Taste different beers and treats from over 20 breweries, distilleries, and cideries across North America.

Where: Dandy Brewing Company
When: September 7

WWE Monday Night RAW

WWE Monday Night RAW returns to Calgary for the first time in 11 years! Don’t miss this globally televised event live from Scotiabank Saddledome. See your favorite WWE Superstars including “The American Nightmare” Cody Rhodes, Seth “Freakin” Rollins, Sami Zayn, The Judgment Day, Becky Lynch, Drew McIntyre, Calgary’s own Natalya and many more!

Where: Scotiabank Saddledome
When: September 9

Railway Days at Heritage Park

Heritage Park’s extraordinary rail collection takes centre stage during Railway Days, including hands-on activities, exhibits, and a rare glimpse of the turntable in action and the double-headed steam engine.

Where: Heritage Park
When: September 14-15

Wordfest Presents Daniel J. Levitin

Best-selling neuroscientist, musician, and author Daniel J. Levitin returns to Calgary with I Heard There Was a Secret Cord: Music as Medicine. The event, hosted by Calgary musician and arts advocate Erin Thrall, features a book signing and an audience Q&A.

Where: Patricia A. Whelan Performance Hall, Central Library
When: September 10

Wordfest Presents Becka Mack

TikTok sensation and bestselling author Becka Mack celebrates the release of Fall with Me, the latest in her "Playing for Keeps" hockey romance series. Hosted by Slow Burn Book's Nicola MacNaughton, the event includes a conversation and book signing.

Where: Patricia A. Whelan Performance Hall, Central Library
When: September 12

Bryan Martin Live in Concert

Hailing from the oil fields of Louisiana, Bryan Martin lives the stories he writes and country fans are listening. His real-life emotions are inseparable from his songs, as is clearly shown in his breakout hit "We Ride.” See Bryan Martin Live in Concert at Ranchmans Calgary, Calgary's Only True Honky-Tonk.

Where: Ranchmans Calgary
When: September 12

4th Street Night Market

Check out Calgary's 4th Street Night Market located in the heart of the Beltline and enjoy food, fun, local finds, and friends.

Where: Central Memorial Park
When: September 14

Monster Jam Calgary

Monster Jam is rolling back into Calgary from September 14-15 at GMC Stadium, bringing together world-class athletes and commanding 12,000-pound trucks in a spectacular showcase of speed, skill, and gravity-defying stunts. This return not only marks a significant moment for motorsports enthusiasts but also reignites a beloved family entertainment tradition for the city.

Where: GMC Stadium
When: September 14-15

Cavalry FC vs. Atlético Ottawa

Catch the action at ATCO Field as Cavalry FC takes on Atlético Ottawa in their fourth meeting of the season!

Where: ATCO Field at Spruce Meadows
When: September 15

Wordfest Presents Carol Off + Festival Preview

Wordfest invites you to a conversation with acclaimed Canadian journalist Carol Off to Calgary to discuss A Loss for Words: Conversation in an Age of Rage. This event will be hosted by Shelley Youngblut with an exclusive preview of Wordfest’s 2024 Imaginairium. Owl’s Nest Books will have copies of Off’s new book and backlist, as well as a tasty selection of titles by festival authors.

Where: Memorial Park Library, 2nd Floor
When: September 16

A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie: Better Off Alone Tour

A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie lights up the stage at the Scotiabank Saddledome on September 17th. Prepare for an unforgettable night of hip-hop and R&B as one of the hottest names in the music industry delivers a high-energy performance filled with chart-topping hits and infectious beats.

Where: Scotiabank Saddledome
When: September 17

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 19-29

Avril Lavigne: The Greatest Hits

Get ready to rock out with Avril Lavigne as she takes her Greatest Hits tour to the stage at the Scotiabank Saddledome on September 18th. Prepare for a high-energy performance filled with anthemic pop-punk hits, powerful vocals, and infectious energy as the queen of punk rock returns to the spotlight.

Where: Scotiabank Saddledome
When: September 18

Sam Hunt: Locked Up Tour 

Get ready to groove to the country-infused beats of Sam Hunt as he brings his Locked Up Tour to the Scotiabank Saddledome in Calgary on September 20th. Prepare for an electrifying night of music as Sam Hunt takes the stage, blending elements of country, pop, and R&B to create a one-of-a-kind sound that's sure to get you dancing.

Where: Scotiabank Saddledome
When: September 20

Beakerhead

Beakerhead is throwing a steam powered party for the ultimate smash-up of art, science, and engineering in Calgary. Experience inspired programming, artists, art installations, talks, food, and of course, fire!

Where: TELUS Spark Science Centre
When: September 20-22

Fahr Oktoberfest 2023

Fahr Brewery presents Calgary's only authentic Oktoberfest at the Grey Eagle Event Center featuring traditional German music, food, and brews for a weekend of lively festivities celebrating German culture.

Where: Grey Eagle Event Center
When: September 20-21

Wordfest Presents Alex Sarian

Wordfest is thrilled to showcase Alex Sarian, President & CEO of Arts Commons, and his new book The Audacity of Relevance: Critical Conversations on the Future of Arts and Culture. The conversation about the endless possibilities for reinvention at a time of crisis for the cultural sector, hosted by Wordfest's Shelley Youngblut.

Where: Patricia A. Whelan Performance Hall, Central Library
When: September 25

The Great Cochrane Outhouse Races

Watch as teams from local Cochrane businesses and organizations compete in the Great Cochrane Outhouse Races in the historic downtown Cochrane.

Where: Main Street, Cochrane, Alberta
When: September 22

2024 Curling Canada Pointsbet Invitational

Gear up for the excitement of the 2024 Curling Canada Pointsbet Invitational! From September 25 - 29th, the WinSport Event Centre will come alive as sixteen men’s and sixteen women’s teams from Canada will vie for victory in a thrilling sudden-death single-knockout format.

Where: WinSport Event Centre
When: September 25-29

Night Light Festival

Night Light is Calgary’s newest festival, and a new event in the Culture + Entertainment District. A 3-night celebration of curated light, art, and performance that transforms the Victoria Park community into an incredible art display.

Where: Victoria Park
When: September 26-28

Cavalry FC vs. Vancouver FC

Don’t miss out on the action as Cavalry FC takes on Vancouver FC at ATCO Field for their second last home match of the season!

Where: ATCO Field at Spruce Meadows
When: September 28

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

The Fabric of Our Stories

Participate in a morning of conversation and T-shirt design at the Women's Centre, recognizing Orange Shirt Day. This workshop will explore the impact of residential schools and discuss ways to contribute towards reconciliation.

Where: Women’s Centre
When: Friday, September 27, 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

All My Relations Healing Powwow

Back for a second year, the All My Relations Healing Powwow is set to be bigger than ever at the new BMO Centre! This Healing Pow Wow is Presented by Closer to Home, Calgary Police Service, and Simon House Recovery Centre.

Where: BMO Centre on Stampede Park; Hall A2
When: September 28

Calgary Public Library and University of Calgary Presents: “Bones of Crows”

Experience a screening of "Bones of Crows," a powerful multigenerational epic told through the eyes of Cree matriarch Aline Spears. Follow Aline and her siblings as they navigate the trauma of Canada's residential school system and fight for justice across a century. 

Where: Central Library
When: September 29

Orange Shirt Day at The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland

Join the community for a meaningful event at The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland (previously Fort Calgary) to honour the children who didn't return from residential schools. Presentations will include speeches from the Mayor, Indigenous Elders, and school board representatives. An Elder will start the event with a blessing, followed by performances by Indigenous dancers. All attendees are encouraged to wear orange as a symbol of support.

Where: The Confluence
When: Monday, September 30, 9:00 – 10:30 a.m.

University of Calgary Presents: Michelle Good 

Join Michelle Good, Cree writer and member of the Red Pheasant Cree Nation, for a keynote presentation at the University of Calgary. Good, author of the award-winning novel Five Little Indians, will discuss her work and advocacy for residential school survivors. The event will feature special remarks from UCalgary President Dr. Ed McCauley and Calgary Public Library CEO Sarah Meilleur. Piikani Elder Reg Crowshoe will open and close the event.

Where: Eckhardt-Gramatte Hall, University of Calgary, and live streamed
When: September 30

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation at Arts Commons

Join Arts Commons for a day of reflection and cultural engagement on September 30, 2024. Start with the Indigenous Makers Market, followed by gallery tours led by Sanja Lukač, Senior Curator of Visual & Media Arts. Hear from artists featured in the Building Bridges and ReconciliACTION exhibit. End the day with the Elders Story Project, where Indigenous Elders share their experiences from residential schools.

• Indigenous Makers Market: Jack Singer Concert Hall Lobby, 12:00 – 5:30 p.m.
• Gallery Tours & Artist Talks: The Galleries at Arts Commons, 2:00 p.m. & 4:00 p.m.
• The Elders Story Project: Jack Singer Concert Hall, 6:30 p.m.

Pokaiks – ‘The Children’ Commemorative Walk & Gathering 2024

Join this year’s Pokaiks – ‘The Children’ Commemorative Walk at Eau Claire Park (South side of the Peace Bridge). The walk concludes at Contemporary Calgary, where there will be indoor activities including storytelling, performances, an artisan market, and family activities.

Where: Eau Claire Park to Contemporary Calgary
When: September 30

NMC x Canmore Folk Festival Present: Elisapie

Join National Music Centre for a special concert on the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation featuring Inuk artist and activist Elisapie, known for bringing awareness to the culture, language, and realities of the Northern Arctic Inuit through her music.

Where: Studio Bell, Home of the National Music Centre
When: September 30