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Spooky season is upon us and were welcome toads, spiders, snakes and more to help us celebrate in Capitol Hill. The Radical Reptile Showdown includes live music, food truck eats from Snack Hut, a canteen serving alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, spooky games and prizes.

How well do you know the things that go bump in the night? Join The Confluence for a spectre-tacular night of trivia this October! Unearth your knowledge of famous ghost stories, legendary haunted locations, and the true (or not-so-true) stories behind our favourite paranormal movies. Grab your gaggle of ghouls and compete to win one of two boo-tiful Confluence prize packs!

This uplifting holiday classic comes to life as a high-energy radio play, blending 1940s retro charm with hilarious theatrical hijinks, as five multi-talented actors portray dozens of characters with live sound effects and lovable Christmas spirit. 

Has anyone asked what happens if, on Christmas Eve, Santa disappears? Will all the presents get delivered before Christmas morning? Will they have to cancel Christmas? Find out with this festive family-friendly production. 

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.

The Wilder Institute's Calgary Zoo is celebrating 30 years of ZOOLIGHTS, presented by Olympia Trust Company. From November 13 to January 3, the zoo will be wildly aglow with twinkling lights, fire pits, tasty treats, a brand-new kid's maze, and much more. 

Celebrate the holiday season surrounded by alpacas, festive activities, and cozy winter cheer at Kirk’s Alpaca Farm.http://kirksalpacafarm.ca/">

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. 

Step into a dazzling, high-voltage journey through the decades and celebrate the iconic voices that didn’t just top the charts – they defined entire generations. 

A magical event happening throughout the month of December in the Malcolm Hotel in Canmore. Imagine an indoor forest of Christmas trees decorated and twinkling all in one place, all created and donated by local businesses. 

With the score performed live-to-film by the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra, Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas is the perfect way to get into the holiday spirit at the Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium. 

Step into the fairytale magic of Candy Cane Gala – a family-friendly, black-tie event in support of innovative research and care at the Alberta Children’s Hospital held at BMO Centre. 

Celebrate the magic of the season at the annual Celebration of Lights Christmas Park. Now entering its 19th year, this beloved holiday tradition brings the community together with a festive display of twinkling lights, holiday scenes, and family-friendly cheer. 

Set to Tchaikovsky’s iconic music and narrated by a friendly elf, this condensed 30-minute rendition of the beloved tale is an ideal opportunity to introduce young children to live theatre without the hassles of long drives, parking troubles, or pricey tickets. Runs December 4 to 6 at Shane Homes YMCA at Rocky Ridge and December 11 to 13 at Brookfield Residential YMCA at Seton. 

Ring in the holidays as Geoffrey Paterson leads the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra, Chorus, and a festive ensemble of soloists for Sergei Rachmaninoff's choral masterpiece, The Bells – named by the composer as one of his two personal favorite works. Check it out at Jack Singer Concert Hall. 

Based on the classic film by Frank Capra, It’s a Wonderful Life has been delighting audiences on the silver screen and in theatres since it debuted in 1943. December just doesn’t seem complete without a trip to Bedford Falls and the story of George Bailey, a man who believes in building community and helping your neighbors. 

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. Take in this iconic show at the Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium. 

Hallelujah! A full performance of Messiah conducted by Claude Lapalme with Rosa Barocca at Knox United Church.