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.
Cochrane Made Artisan Christmas Market.
Every Sunday, Saturday, Nov 16, 2024 - Dec 1, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Cochrane’s favorite annual Made Artisan Christmas Market offers holiday shoppers a back-to-back three-weekend tour of outstanding artisans and makers. Each weekend showcases 50 different local retailers featuring oodles of “made with love” treasures at Lions Event Centre.
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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Free Online Coding Workshop for Grade 1-12 Students.
Everyday from Jan 1, 1970 - Dec 31, 2024 at 12:00 am - 7:00 pm
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
| Location: | Online/Virtual
Link - https://cdg.al/iVf5P |
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| Category: | Drop in & Ongoing Activities, Free Events, Fun for Kids, Holiday Fun, Talks, Workshops & Seminars |
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| Link: | https://cdg.al/iVf5P |
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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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In Search of Christmas Spirit in Banff.
Everyday from Nov 15, 2024 - Dec 31, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Discover the wonder of Christmas in Banff National Park this holiday season. Bundle up for a walk through the Cascade of Time Garden, where you’ll witness a live Christmas story told by the animals of Banff National Park.
Disney’s The Muppet Christmas Carol in Concert Live-to-Film.
Everyday from Nov 22, 2024 - Nov 23, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
The Calgary Phil and Glatz Concerts present Disney’s The Muppet Christmas Carol in Concert Live-to-Film featuring a screening of the complete film with the musical score performed live to the film!
| Location: | Jack Singer Concert Hall |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Holiday Fun, Music, Theatre & Performances |
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| Link: | http://calgaryphil.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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Lions Festival of Lights.
Everyday from Nov 23, 2024 - Jan 8, 2025 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
For many Calgary families, the visit to the Lions' annual light display marks the beginning of the Christmas season. Located on the east side of the Confederation Golf Course, you'll find thousands of glowing lights displayed in beautiful Christmas themes at Confederation Park.
YYC Wonderland Christmas Festival + YYC Foodies Festival.
Everyday from Nov 23, 2024 - Nov 24, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Satisfy all your needs and must-haves for all your holiday entertaining and gift-giving in one outing with two events in one! Get your photos with Santa, check items off your list, eat, drink, and be merry!
YMCA Winter Market.
> Saturday Nov 23, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Shop local and support small businesses with Winter Markets, back for another year at Brookfield Residential YMCA at Seton.
| Location: | YMCA at Seton |
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| Category: | Community Sales & Markets, Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Holiday Fun |
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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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Calgary Farmers’ Market Christmas.
Everyday from Nov 22, 2024 - Nov 24, 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. Learn more at calgaryfarmersmarket.ca.
| 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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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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Contextural Fibre Arts Sale.
Everyday from Nov 22, 2024 - Nov 23, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
See original textile work and meet the artists. Contextural is a group of professional artists who meet to support each of our fibre practices at Alexandra Centre Dance Hall at Alberta Foundation for the Arts.
| Location: | Alexandra Centre Dance Hall at Alberta Foundation for the Arts |
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| Category: | Community Sales & Markets |
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| Link: | http://affta.ab.ca |
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Bragg Creek Artisans Christmas Sale.
Everyday from Nov 15, 2024 - Nov 27, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
This sale provides attendees with an opportunity to discover unique crafts, decorations, gifts and original artwork by local artisans as they exhibit their handcrafted work at the Bragg Creek Community Centre.
| Location: | Bragg Creek Community Centre |
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| Category: | Community Sales & Markets, Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Holiday Fun |
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| Link: | http://braggcreekca.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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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.
Countryside Holiday Market.
Everyday from Nov 8, 2024 - Dec 15, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Shop local vendors in a unique retail space throughout the holiday season at Countryside Tree Farms & Landscaping.
| Location: | Countryside Tree Farms & Landscaping |
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| Category: | Community Sales & Markets |
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| Link: | http://eventbrite.com |
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Festive Foothills Art Sale at Leighton Art Centre.
Everyday from Nov 9, 2024 - Dec 20, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Fine craft and artworks by local artists will be featured in the galleries of the historic Leighton home.
Kirks Alpaca Farm Photos with Santa.
Everyday from Nov 9, 2024 - Dec 15, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Select dates from November 9 to December 15.
Looking for unique Santa photos this year? Why not include an alpaca? Cost is $30/person and includes access to the farm, the opportunity to feed the animals, hot chocolate and one digital photo. Learn more at kirksalpacafarm.ca.
| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Holiday Fun |
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Cabela’s and Bass Pro Santa Claus.
Everyday from Nov 13, 2024 - Dec 24, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Enjoy a visit with Santa Claus at BassPro Shops or Cabela’s in a Christmas wonderland. Registration required.
| Location: | Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s locations |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Holiday Fun |
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| Link: | http://basspro.com |
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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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Loose Moose Theatre Presents: Rapunzel.
Everyday from Nov 2, 2024 - Nov 24, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
The Loose Moose Theatre Company makes going to the theatre an experience that is truly magical for children four to ten years old, as well as fun and entertaining for parents.
| Location: | Loose Moose Theatre |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances |
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| Link: | http://loosemoose.com |
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Dalhousie Christmas Craft Market.
> Saturday Nov 23, 2024 at 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Come out to the Christmas Craft Market at the Dalhousie Community Centre to find 60 amazing vendors that make, bake or grow their products. Food donations are accepted for the Veteran’s Food Bank and new toy donations are accepted for Inn From the Cold.
| Location: | Dalhousie Community Centre |
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| Category: | Community Sales & Markets, Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Holiday Fun |
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| Link: | http://dalhousiecalgary.ca |
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Legacy Christmas Bazaar and White Elephant Sale.
> Saturday Nov 23, 2024 at 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Shop for unique gifts and treasures while enjoying the festive holiday at Legacy 5000 Somerset Building, Main Floor.
| Location: | Legacy 5000 Somerset Building, Main Floor |
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| Category: | Community Sales & Markets, Family Fun, Holiday Fun |
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Glenbrook Community Association Holiday Market.
> Saturday Nov 23, 2024 at 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Check out a diverse selection of vendors and artisans from the area and get something for everyone on your list. Proceeds from table bookings will be donated to the Veterans Food Bank of Calgary.
Peace of Mind Santa Visits at Southcentre Mall.
Everyday from Nov 14, 2024 - Dec 24, 2024 at 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Peace of Mind visits with Santa give children and families living with sensory sensitivities, mobility issues, immune compromised and other disabilities an opportunity to participate in the holiday tradition.
To schedule an appointment, email
kidtasticphotos@gmail.com.
North Haven Christmas Makers Market.
> Saturday Nov 23, 2024 at 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Shop until you drop for handcrafted items at this holiday market.
| Location: | North Haven Community Association |
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| Category: | Community Sales & Markets, Holiday Fun |
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| Link: | http://northhavenyyc.ca |
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Santa's Enchanted Forest at Southcente Mall.
Everyday from Nov 14, 2024 - Dec 24, 2024 at 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Take part in one of the city’s favorite Santa experiences at the Enchanted Forest and explore the whimsical and thoughtful Santa-scape, that will take you on a journey through a magical, interactive forest to meet Mr. Claus. Registration required.
The Cookie Kitchen at Southcentre Mall.
Everyday from Nov 14, 2024 - Dec 24, 2024 at 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
The Southcentre Mall Cookie Kitchen is where every decorating adventure helps support families in our city. Unleash your creativity on a delicious cookie in exchange for a donation to Made By Momma. Let’s spread warmth and joy during the holidays.
Waldorf Faire & Artisan Market.
> Saturday Nov 23, 2024 at 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
The annual Waldorf Faire is a warm, festive, and family-oriented occasion. Adults will find a fabulous selection of unique artisans in the Artisan Market and for the children, they have heartwarming crafts and activities. Wholesome foods and baked goods are available to purchase in the cafe at Calgary Waldorf School.
| Location: | Calgary Waldorf School |
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| Category: | Community Sales & Markets, Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Holiday Fun |
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| Link: | http://calgarywaldorf.org |
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Homeschooler Session: Lizards as Pets!.
Everyday from Nov 20, 2024 - Nov 24, 2024 at 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Are your homeschoolers lizard obsessed? Thinking of adding a cold blooded friend to your home? Join for lizard pet Homeschool Sessions! Meet popular lizards like bearded dragons, leopard geckos. iguanas, uromastyx and more.
Guided Exhibit Tour of The Confluence.
Every Saturday, Nov 2, 2024 - Nov 30, 2024 at 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Delve into the complex and rich histories rooted in the lands at The Confluence in this one hour guided tour of the cultural centre.
Through stories, photographs and a tour through our permanent exhibition space, uncover the layered past of the confluence on this indoor tour, which includes a presentation in the beautiful Burnswest Theatre and a guided walk through the cultural centre. From a place of significance to Indigenous Peoples since time immemorial, to the establishment of Fort Calgary, to what the land is like today, this tour will leave you with a richer understanding of the history of the place where the Bow and Elbow rivers meet.
Inglewood Night Market.
Every Friday, Saturday, Nov 15, 2024 - Nov 30, 2024 at 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm
The Inglewood holiday market is right around the corner so mark your calendars for great vendors, seasonal fun and more.
Cochrane Light Up.
> Saturday Nov 23, 2024 at 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm
This event has evolved over the years to include a light show that remains lit and active nightly until early January 2025, and a grand finale that concludes the evening with a bang that will be sure to please.
| Location: | Downtown Cochrane |
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| Category: | Family Fun, Festivals & Fairs, Free Events, Fun for Kids, Holiday Fun, Music, Theatre & Performances |
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| Link: | http://cochranelightup.com |
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ZOOLIGHTS.
Everyday from Nov 15, 2024 - Jan 5, 2025 at 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
ZOOLIGHTS is set to be BIGGER, BRIGHTER, and BOLDER than ever. Back for its 28th season, the city’s favorite sparkling spectacle is sure to ignite your festive spirit as the zoo transforms into a magical winter wonderland.
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.
