Thanksgiving weekend is almost here, and there is plenty happening around Calgary over the next few days to fill your time. According to Environment and Climate Change Canada, we could also see some snow this weekend, but with so many fall activities on the calendar, there’s still lots to get out and enjoy.
To help you decide what to do, we’ve rounded up 10 things happening in and around Calgary this weekend, from fall markets and pumpkin festival to live theatre and a Thanksgiving dinner you don’t have to cook yourself.
Without further ado, let’s take a look at everything going down this weekend.
If you haven’t checked out Pumpkins After Dark yet, this weekend is a great time to go. The experience features thousands of hand-carved pumpkins, live carving, spooky mazes, and carnival games.
When: Friday, Oct. 9 to Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026; select evenings
Time: Varies based on date
Where: WinSport Event Centre (Canada Olympic Park) – 88 Canada Olympic Rd. SW, Calgary, Alta.
Cost: General Admission (18+): Starting at $17.01 plus fees; Youth (4 to 17): Starting at $11.46 plus fees; Youth (3 and under): Free; Family Pack: Starting at $13.31 plus fees
Storybook Theatre’s A Concrete Jungle Book puts a modern spin on the classic story and follows Mowgli as he navigates a city full of new challenges.
When: Friday, Oct. 9 to Monday, Oct. 12, 2026
Time: 7 p.m.
Where: The Storybook Theatre – 375 Bermuda Dr. NW, Calgary, Alta.
Cost: Starting at $28 per person
Head over to the Saddledome to cheer on the Calgary Wranglers as they take on the Bakersfield Condors in an exciting matchup.
When: Friday, Oct. 9, 2026
Time: 7 p.m.
Where: Scotiabank Saddledome — 555 Saddledome Rise SE, Calgary, Alta.
Cost: Starting at $42.55 per person
Gin, Jail, and Justice is an adults-only event at the Confluence, where you’ll explore the stories of prisoners held there between 1875 and 1914. The night begins with specialty cocktails, then a twilight walking tour around the park.
When: Friday, Oct. 9, 2026
Time: 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Where: The Confluence Historic Site and Parkland — 750 9th Ave. SE, Calgary, Alta.
Cost: $55 plus fees
TELUS Spark is hosting another Spark After Dark this Friday, and this one focuses on the paranormal. The adults-only night will feature drag performances, live music, science experiments, and séances.
When: Friday, Oct. 9, 2026
Time: 6 p.m. to midnight
Where: TELUS Spark — 220 St. George’s Dr. NE, Calgary, Alta.
Cost: General Admission: $36.95, Spark Member: $15, Students and Seniors: $29.95, Forging Fortunes Workshop: $75
It’s the last weekend to visit the Millarville Farmers’ Market for the season. Head out on Saturday for one final day to browse local vendors and pick up fresh produce before it wraps up for the year.
When: Saturday, Oct. 10, 2026
Time: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Millarville Racing and Agricultural Society — 306097 192nd St. W, Millarville, Alta.
Cost: Free to visit
Looking to catch some live theatre this week? The Jubilations Dinner Theatre is putting on How to Train Your Stitch!, bringing Stitch and Toothless together for a morning of songs, laughs, and brunch.
When: Saturday, Oct. 10, 2026
Time: 11 a.m. to 2:15 p.m.
Where: Jubilations Dinner Theatre – 1002 37th St. SW, Calgary, Alta.
Cost: Starting at $43.95
Blue Grass Nursery is hosting its annual Pumpkin Fest this Saturday, with pumpkin carving, a giant hay maze, horse rides and fun for the whole family.
When: Saturday, Oct. 10, 2026
Time: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Blue Grass Nursery – 26013B Writing Creek Crescent, Rocky View County, Alta.
Cost: Free to visit
The Rocky Horror Picture Show plays at The Grand this weekend, following newly engaged Brad and Janet after their car breaks down and they end up at Dr. Frank-N-Furter’s strange home.
When: Saturday, Oct. 10, 2026
Time: Screenings at 7 p.m. and 10 p.m.
Where: The Grand — 608 1st St. SW, Calgary, Alta.
Cost: $15 per person
Not in the mood to cook Thanksgiving dinner? The Calgary Zoo is hosting a Fall Harvest Dinner at the Safari Lodge, featuring a four-course meal with seasonal dishes and a dessert to finish.
When: Sunday, Oct. 11, 2026
Time: 6 to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Calgary Zoo — 210 St. George’s Dr. NE, Calgary, Alta.
Cost: Starting at $43.95 per person
Have a great Thanksgiving, Calgary!
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