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It’s Christmas Eve and Sharky has returned to Dublin to look after his irascible, ageing brother who’s recently gone blind. Old drinking buddies Ivan and Nicky are holed up at the house too, hoping to play some cards. But with the arrival of a stranger from the distant past, the stakes are raised ever higher. In fact, Sharky may be playing for his very soul.

. ScreamFest is Canada’s largest and scariest Halloween event. At ScreamFest you will experience haunted houses, Halloween-themed carnival games, creepy and disturbing entertainment, and fear at GMC Stadium.

Free Online Coding Workshop for Grade 1-12 Students Daily starts at 18 PM Dive into the magical world of coding with personalized guidance from expert mentors! What Will You Learn? Game Development Animation Website Development App Development Book a free coding session: https://cdg.al/iVf5P Session Highlight: 1:1 live online session Hands-on, learning with an expert mentor STEM.org-accredited certification for participation

Devised from the Wilkie Collins melodrama The Frozen Deep, this new CYPT adaptation will dive into the icy past to find a solution to a mystery fraught with betrayal, hope, murder and worse. Using songs, true accounts and the wishful thinking of Franklin’s contemporaries, we seek to tell a tale of what may have happened before Sir John Franklin’s expedition vanished on the ice.

A vendor pumpkin carving competition, children’s crafts, magic shows, and trick or treating are just some of the exciting fun these events at both the West and South markets offer.

Dare to take a stroll down to Scary Tree Lane at Cherry Tree Lane Toys for ghoulish games, creepy crafts, sneaky snacks, and a mini photo booth.

Explore the gross side of science this October at Spark with HallowSTEAM! Explore the whole science centre, head to a show in the Infinity Dome, explore the Digital Immersion Gallery and of course for kids either years old and younger, the Creative Kids Museum if full of fun things to do.

Canada's largest Halloween Festival includes all new pumpkin displays, live pumpkin carving demonstrations, treats and sweets and photo ops.

October is National Pasta Month, so Pasta La Feasta is bringing together a group of Calgary restaurants to offer a signature pasta dish in support of The Alex Community Food Centre.

This fall, all ghouls, goblins, and ghosts can enjoy spooktacular fun with Mini Golf at WinSport.

Join for an evening of ghostly entertainment. Locals and visitors will be fascinated by these glimpses into the mischief, mayhem, and murders of Calgary.

You and your friends will journey through a hands-on, menacing maze of horror. If you are one of the brave ones who are able to escape, you are then invited onboard our moving train where you can grab your choice of liquid courage before embarking on what’s sure to be the scariest haunting you will ever come across.

Throughout the month of October, 9th Avenue and the surrounding are will transform into a festive Fall and Halloween wonderland. Local shops, restuarants, and entertainment venues come alive with seasonal treats, haunting displays, and thrilling activities.

Calgary’s favorite craft sale is just around the corner. Sip on drinks and shop handmade treasures from more than 130 Canadian artists, makers, and designers – all under one roof. Find quality goods that will last a lifetime: from curated textiles, jewellery, skincare and candles, to ceramics, wall art, home decor, and gourmet foods.

The Trico Centre for Family Wellness invites your little pumpkins to a preschool Halloween Party with games, a bouncy house, crafts, face painting, and more.

Get ready for a Spooktacular time at Monster Bash. A fun-filled Halloween party perfect for your little ones aged two to five. Dress up in your cutest costume and come ready for games, treats, and boo-tiful time.

Kicking off on October 15th, join us at Southcentre Mall for an unforgettable celebration of Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead), a vibrant Mexican holiday that brings families together to honour and remember loved ones who have passed. Our exciting schedule of events will showcase the richness of Latin American culture through art, music, dance, and more. This year’s event is presented in collaboration with Casa Mexico Foundation as part of Latin American Heritage Month in Canada. From October 15-November 2, experience a special display in Southcentre's Centre Court, including a Dia de los Muertos altar, special info walls, and artwork from local artists. Crafted by the talented duo Faby and Oscar Rios, The Afterparty is a lively folk art piece made from papier-mâché. This Dia de los Muertos-themed artwork celebrates the belief that joy extends beyond life. It depicts a vibrant scene with a couple dancing to a mariachi band, embracing the spirit of life even in death. The colorful piece beautifully captures the essence of Mexican traditions and the enduring nature of celebration. Event Schedule: Tuesday, October 15th Launch and Alebrije Workshop at 10AM Sunday, October 27th (before mall hours) Sensory Halloween (advance registration required) Thursday, October 31st Halloween Papel Picado workshop from 3PM-4PM Trick or Treating from 4:30PM-6:30PM Saturday, November 2nd Day of the Dead 11:30 am: Mexican Music 2:30 pm: Viva la Danza 5:30 pm: Mariachi 12pm-3pm: Makeup artists

Join Mayor Jyoti Gondek for a frightfully fun Halloween Storytime...if you dare! Get in the trick-or-treating spirit with stories, rhymes, and songs with some special guests. Costumes are encouraged — what do you think Mayor Gondek will be dressed up as this year?

On the shores of Juno Beach, a precocious 10-year-old helps a WWII veteran confront ghosts from his past.