Rosebud Dinner Theatre Presents: Christmas on the Air.
Everyday from Nov 8, 2024 - Dec 22, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
A 1940s family-run radio station is moments from going live with their annual Christmas Eve broadcast full of familiar holiday carols and yuletide stories.
Banff Christmas Market.
Every Sunday, Friday, Saturday, Nov 14, 2024 - Dec 8, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
With more than 80 artisanal vendors, live music, an outdoor fire lounge, Santa’s House and Reindeer Stables, Christmas treats and warm drinks, there is something for the whole family at Warner Stables.
| Location: | Warner Stables |
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| Category: | Community Sales & Markets, Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Holiday Fun, Music, Theatre & Performances |
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| Link: | http://banffchristmasmarket.com |
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Spruce Meadows International Christmas Market.
Everyday from Nov 15, 2024 - Dec 1, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
The market boasts an enviable line-up of exquisite gifts and treats for the whole family. With more than 200 independent local businesses, the market prides itself on a unique shopping experience. Begin the festive season by enjoying a day out with family and friends, shop exquisite gift ideas, purchase artisan food, and stroll through the winter wonderland of Spruce Meadows.
| Location: | Spruce Meadows |
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| Category: | Community Sales & Markets, Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Holiday Fun, Music, Theatre & Performances |
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| Link: | http://sprucemeadows.com |
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Stage West Theatre Presents: Girls Just Want to Have Fun!.
Everyday from Nov 15, 2024 - Feb 2, 2025 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Step aside, boy bands! The era of the girl groups has arrived! From the stylish swingin’ sounds of the Andrews Sisters in the 1940’s to the pop perfection of the Spice Girls in the 1990’s, female vocal groups have brought harmony, hip shaking, and hit after hit.
| Location: | Stage West Dinner Theatre |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances, Parent's Night Out, Youth Activities |
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| Link: | http://stagewestcalgary.com |
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Vertigo Theatre Presents: Murder on the Links.
Everyday from Nov 16, 2024 - Dec 15, 2024 at 7:30 pm - 12:00 am
A cast of six actors play over 30 roles in the Canadian premiere of this exhilarating and spirited adaptation of Christie’s classic mystery with her greatest and most beloved detective Hercule Poirot! The perfect holiday treat.
Broadway Across Canada Presents: Book of Mormon.
Everyday from Nov 16, 2024 - Dec 1, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
It's The Book of Mormon, the nine-time Tony Award® winning Best Musical.
| Location: | Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Music, Theatre & Performances, Parent's Night Out |
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| Link: | http://calgary.broadway.com |
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Banff Gondola Mountaintop Christmas.
Everyday from Nov 16, 2024 - Jan 1, 2025 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
‘Tis the season of magic and wonder in Banff. The Banff Gondola transforms into a magical winter wonderland complete with opportunity to take a photo with Santa and other Christmas delights.
Polar Express Train.
Everyday from Nov 22, 2024 - Dec 24, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
This Christmas, take your family on a journey that they will never forget. Step into the magic of the holiday season aboard the Polar Express at Aspen Crossing. A fun-filled adventure, directly inspired by the hit movie. The train ride is one-hour long and includes your golden train ticket, hot chocolate in a ceramic Polar Express collector’s mug, a delicious cookie, as well as your first gift of Christmas, a silver bell.
| Location: | Aspen Crossing |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Holiday Fun, Music, Theatre & Performances |
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| Link: | http://aspencrossing.com |
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Storybook Theatre Presents: Beauty & the Beast.
Everyday from Nov 22, 2024 - Dec 29, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Step into the enchanted world of Broadway's classic, Disney's Beauty and the Beast, an international sensation that has been produced in 37 countries worldwide. Based on the Academy Award-winning animated feature, the stage version includes all of the wonderful songs.
| Location: | Beddington Theatre Arts Centre |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances |
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| Link: | http://storybooktheatre.org |
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Stagewest for Kids Presents: Have Your Elf A Merry Little Christmas.
Everyday from Nov 23, 2024 - Dec 24, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
It’s Christmas at the North Pole once again and everything is going as planned. But when Mrs. Claus sends one of the elves on a special assignment to the human world, they find themselves unexpectedly cast as a contestant in a Christmas bake-off competition. Filled with festive holiday cheer and Christmas mayhem, this musical comedy for the whole family will remind us all of the true spirit of Christmas.
| Location: | Stage West Dinner Theatre |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Holiday Fun, Music, Theatre & Performances |
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| Link: | http://stagewestcalgary.com |
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Alberta Theatre Projects Presents: Charlotte’s Web.
Everyday from Nov 26, 2024 - Dec 29, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
One of the most popular productions in ATP’s history, E.B. White’s heartwarming classic about the unlikely friendship between a pig named Wilbur and a spider called Charlotte is returning to the Martha Cohen stage.
Calgary Opera Presents: The Witty Squirrel.
Everyday from Nov 29, 2024 - Dec 8, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
The Witty Squirrel is a one-act family opera with a timeless story about facing challenges, embracing talents, and making wise choices. It provides a charming entry point for children into the world of opera at Mamdani Opera Centre.
| Location: | Mamdani Opera Centre |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Music, Theatre & Performances, Parent's Night Out |
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| Link: | http://calgaryopera.com |
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Calgary Farmers’ Market Christmas.
Everyday from Nov 29, 2024 - Dec 1, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
The Calgary Farmers’ Market has transformed into the Calgary Christmas Market, just in time to get everything you need for ‘on the table and under the tree’ and have fun doing it! Check out their west or south locations for shopping and special events, including photos with Santa.
| Location: | calgary Farmers Market West and South |
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| Category: | Community Sales & Markets, Family Fun, Free Events, Fun for Kids, Holiday Fun, Music, Theatre & Performances |
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| Link: | http://www.calgaryfarmersmarket.ca/ |
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Theatre Calgary Presents: A Christmas Carol.
Everyday from Nov 29, 2024 - Dec 29, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
On Christmas Eve, Ebenezer Scrooge is visited by three spirits, who take him on a journey into his past, present, and future to show him the errors of his ways. Dickens’ classic holiday tale comes alive on the Theatre Calgary stage, with stunning sets and costumes and the return of Doug McKeag as Scrooge. See why A Christmas Carol has become a holiday tradition for so many Calgarians.
| Location: | Max Bell Theatre (Arts Commons) |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Music, Theatre & Performances, Parent's Night Out |
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| Link: | http://theatrecalgary.com |
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Granary Road Christmas Market.
Everyday from Nov 30, 2024 - Dec 15, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Experience the magic of the holidays with the Christmas Market at Granary Road. Shop local vendors in the beautiful surroundings of the Foothills located between Okotoks and South Calgary.
| Location: | Granary Road |
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| Category: | Community Sales & Markets, Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Holiday Fun, Music, Theatre & Performances |
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| Link: | http://granaryroad.com |
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AZURIDGE Magic+ Merry Christmas Market.
Everyday from Nov 30, 2024 - Dec 1, 2024 at 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
With a theme of Magic and Merry, this event will bring the joy of Christmas back to our city. There will be something for everyone at this festive market, including Santa and his reindeer, and sleigh rides.
| Location: | AZURIDGE Ridge Hotel, Priddis |
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| Category: | Community Sales & Markets, Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances |
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| Link: | http://azuridgehotel.com |
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Airdrie Festival of Lights.
Everyday from Dec 1, 2024 - Dec 31, 2024 at 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Located in Airdrie’s Nose Creek Park, the Airdrie Festival of Lights is a beautiful, outdoor walk-through lights experience. Visit Santa’s Gift Shop near the entrance to find high-quality and whimsical gifts for yourself, your family and your friends.
| Location: | Nose Creek Park in Airdrie |
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| Category: | Community Sales & Markets, Family Fun, Free Events, Fun for Kids, Holiday Fun, Music, Theatre & Performances |
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| Link: | http://airdrielights.com |
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Winter Wonderland at Calgary Public Library.
Everyday from Dec 1, 2024 - Dec 31, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
The weather outside may be frightful, but the library is still delightful! The library's annual Winter Wonderland will feature seasonal fun during the month of December at the Memorial Park and Central locations. Come check out movie screenings, sing-a-longs, time with special guests, and more.
Fire Exit Theatre Presents: The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe.
Everyday from Dec 4, 2024 - Dec 15, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
In this intimate and imaginative adaptation, Peter and Lucy Pevensie return as adults to the country house where their childhood adventures began. Looking for a return to magic, they theatrically recreate and relive their fantastical journey through Narnia.
| Location: | Engineered Air Theatre |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances |
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| Link: | http://fireexit.ca |
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Jeunesse Classique Ballet Society Presents The Nutcracker.
Everyday from Dec 6, 2024 - Dec 8, 2024 at 2:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Join us for an enchanting journey as The Nutcracker battles the Mouse King and Clara discovers a magical land of sweets. Do not miss this timeless holiday classic on tour in Lethbridge (November 22-24) and Calgary (December 6-8).
Market Collective’s Holiday Series.
Every Sunday, Friday, Saturday, Dec 6, 2024 - Dec 15, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Enjoy live music, interactive workshops, galleries, more than 150 local vendors and special surprises at the BMO Centre.
| Location: | BMO Centre |
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| Category: | Community Sales & Markets, Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Holiday Fun, Music, Theatre & Performances, Talks, Workshops & Seminars |
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| Link: | http://marketcollective.ca |
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Nutcracker (in a Nutshell). .
Every Sunday, Friday, Saturday, Dec 6, 2024 - Dec 15, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
An engaging and fun performance for the whole family. This watch-and-play performance takes children through the classical ballet in just 30 minutes. After the "fuss-friendly" performance, children are invited to join the performers to dance, play and more. Watch the show and enjoy the fun that follows at Rocky Ridge YMCA on December 6 to 8 and Seton YMCA December 13 to 15.
| Location: | YMCA Rocky Ridge and YMCA Seton |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances |
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| Link: | http://ymcacalgary.org |
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Jeunesse Classique Ballet Presents: The Nutcracker.
Everyday from Dec 6, 2024 - Dec 8, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
A breathtaking experience filled with intricate choreography, elaborate costumes, and Tchaikovsky’s enchanting score. Audiences will be transported into Clara’s magical world, where snowflakes dance and the Sugarplum Fairy reigns. The dancers of JCBS bring this classic story to life with grace, energy, and a passion for the art form, making The Nutcracker a must-see for families and ballet lovers alike.
| Location: | University of Calgary Theatre |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances |
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| Link: | http://jcbs.ca/ |
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Once Upon a Christmas at Heritage Park.
Everyday from Dec 7, 2024 - Dec 22, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Visit Heritage Park for outdoor and indoor family activities, Christmas carolers, visits with Santa, and a Christmas market.
| Location: | Heritage Park |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Festivals & Fairs, Fun for Kids, Holiday Fun, Music, Theatre & Performances |
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| Link: | http;//heritagepark.ca |
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Movie Screening at The Confluence: Home Alone .
> Sunday Dec 8, 2024 at 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
The Burnswest Theatre at The Confluence is a cozy indie theatre perfect for a fun day out with the family or date night with a special someone.
Calgary Girls Choir Concert: Joyful Voices Sound.
> Sunday Dec 8, 2024 at 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
A magical concert filled with festive melodies, joy, and holiday cheer at Knox United Church.
The Calgary Civic Symphony Presents: Christmas and Neujahrskonzert with The Divas.
> Sunday Dec 8, 2024 at 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Celebrate the holidays with Calgary Civic Symphony as they present holiday cheer and festive favourites with Christmas and Neujahrskonzert. There will be something for everyone, from A Charlie Brown Christmas to Josh Groban and Mannheim Steamroller at Jack Singer Concert Hall.
Light of Lights.
> Sunday Dec 8, 2024 at 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm
This holiday season, join Cum Vino Cantus for an afternoon of music, warmth, and celebration at Light of Lights, a choral concert that captures the spirit of the holidays with shimmering voices.
Tickets are $20 (general admission) / $10 (kids under 10).
From the radiant glow of candlelight to the sparkling hope of the starry night, Light of Lights will fill your heart with peace and wonder. Experience beloved holiday favourites, heart-lifting choral arrangements, and a special selection of songs that celebrate the themes of light, joy, and the bright promise of a new season.
| Cost: | $20.00 |
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| Location: | McDougall United Church |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances |
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| Link: | http://www.cumvinocantus.ca/ |
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Holiday Brass by the Rocky Mountain Symphony Orchestra.
> Sunday Dec 8, 2024 at 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Join for a spectacular holiday concert featuring the vibrant brass and percussion sections of the Rocky Mountain Symphony! Experience the magic of the season as they bring to life festive classics and joyful melodies.
Alberta Ballet Presents: The Nutcracker.
Everyday from Dec 13, 2024 - Dec 24, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
It’s Christmas Eve and Klara has received a magical gift from her eccentric Uncle Drosselmeyer: a handsome nutcracker doll. Little does she know as she falls asleep that her new toy is about to spark her imagination and take her on a dreamy adventure to the Land of Sweets.
| Location: | Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances, Parent's Night Out |
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| Link: | http://albertaballet.com |
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The Calgary Fiddlers Present: Fiddle Fantasia.
> Sunday Dec 15, 2024 at 3:00 pm - 5:30 pm
The Calgary Fiddlers and Bow Valley Fiddlers will toe-tap their way into your hearts and leave you humming Christmas favorites for the rest of the holiday season.
| Location: | Bella Concert Hall |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Holiday Fun, Music, Theatre & Performances |
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| Link: | http://calgaryfiddlers.com |
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Movie Screening at The Confluence: A Christmas Carol.
> Sunday Dec 15, 2024 at 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
The Burnswest Theatre at The Confluence is a cozy indie theatre perfect for a fun day out with the family or date night with a special someone.
Christmas at The Grand: The Nutcracker Presented by Cirque En L’air.
> Sunday Dec 15, 2024 at 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Cirque En L'air presents its second rendition of the classic story The Nutcracker. We invite you to join our dancers and circus artists as they take you on a magical adventure through the lands of season and the land of sweets.
| Location: | The GRAND Theatre |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Holiday Fun, Music, Theatre & Performances |
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| Link: | http://thegrandyyc.ca |
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Bert Church Live Theatre Presents: The Christmas Skates with DIY Theatre.
Everyday from Dec 20, 2024 - Dec 22, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
When a young boy's wish comes true in an early Christmas gift, he heads to the ice rink only to find his skates are second best. With spirits dashed, he decides to get a job to get himself better skates. Along the way he finds lessons of gratitude when he meets a friend who must work to help his family survive. Unlace the true meaning of the holidays and create a seasonal theatre tradition with this family-friendly performance.
| Location: | Bert Church Theatre in Airdrie |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances |
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| Link: | http://airdrie.ca |
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Bugs Bunny at the Symphony.
Everyday from Jan 4, 2025 - Jan 12, 2025 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
This brand-new edition of Warner Bros. presents Bugs Bunny at the Symphony features beloved classics like "What's Opera, Doc?" and "The Rabbit of Seville", new additions such as Coyote Falls and Rabid Rider. Don't miss these, plus many more favorites at the Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium.
Broadway Across Canada Presents: Beetlejuice.
Everyday from Jan 7, 2025 - Jan 12, 2025 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Based on Tim Burton’s dearly beloved film, this hilarious musical tells the story of Lydia Deetz, a strange and unusual teenager whose whole life changes when she meets a recently deceased couple and a demon with a thing for stripes. Check it out at the Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium.
| Location: | Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances, Parent's Night Out |
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| Link: | http://calgary.broadway.com |
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High Performance Rodeo.
Everyday from Jan 14, 2025 - Feb 2, 2025 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Calgary’s International Festival of the Arts is where the action is. It’s a chance to watch touring performances from across Canada, acclaimed international shows, and new experimental work from artists in Calgary.
| Location: | Various Locations |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Music, Theatre & Performances, Parent's Night Out |
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| Link: | http://oyr.org/hprodeo |
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Banff SnowDays.
Everyday from Jan 17, 2025 - Feb 2, 2025 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Visit Banff for a celebration of all things winter. There will be snow sculptures, SnowDays play zone, and skijoring on Banff Avenue.
| Location: | Downtown Banff |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Festivals & Fairs, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances |
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| Link: | http://banff.ca |
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Footloose The Musical .
Everyday from Jan 17, 2025 - Jan 26, 2025 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Kick off your Sunday shoes with Footloose the Musical, presented by 42nd Street Productions. Join for a high-energy performance featuring live music, dynamic dance routines, and a heartwarming story.
Symphony Sundays for Kids: The Hockey Sweater.
> Sunday Jan 19, 2025 at 3:00 pm - 12:00 am
Roch Carrier’s timeless classic The Hockey Sweater, narrated by Olympian Cassie Campbell-Pascall, comes to life in vivid orchestral scope at Jack Singer Concert Hall.
| Location: | Jack Singer Concert Hall |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances |
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| Link: | http://calgaryphil.com |
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Chinook Blast.
Everyday from Jan 31, 2025 - Feb 17, 2025 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Chinook Blast warms up our city with a celebration of community, culture, and civic pride, where the best of Calgary’s art, music, theatre, sport and recreation will be on display.
| Location: | Various Locations |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Festivals & Fairs, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances, Parent's Night Out |
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| Link: | http://chinookblast.ca |
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Vertigo Theatre Presents: Deadly Murder.
Everyday from Feb 1, 2025 - Mar 2, 2025 at 7:30 pm - 12:00 am
Full of bluffs and double bluffs, crosses and double-crosses, this intensely intricate psychological thriller will be one step ahead of you until the very end!
Vertigo Theatre Presents: A Killing at La Cucina.
Everyday from Mar 15, 2025 - Apr 13, 2025 at 7:30 pm - 12:00 am
This World Premiere of a new Canadian play is a delicious whodunnit of the highest order that introduces a new legend of crime solving in a fast paced and intense mystery.
Vertigo Theatre Presents: The Da Vinci Code.
Everyday from May 10, 2025 - Jun 8, 2025 at 7:30 pm - 12:00 am
Based on Dan Brown’s bestselling novel that sold nearly 100 million copies and was made into a major Hollywood hit film, this new stage adaptation takes audiences on a treasure hunt adventure that will leave them breathless!
