Stagewest Dinner Theatre Presents: Death Trap.
Everyday from Sep 6, 2024 - Nov 10, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Sidney Bruhl is a successful writer of Broadway mystery plays. Unfortunately, Bruhl is now struggling to live up to his own reputation, suffering through a series of consecutive flops.
Storybook Theatre Presents: Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Musical.
Everyday from Oct 11, 2024 - Nov 2, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Jeff Kinney’s popular character takes centre stage as Greg’s cartoon diary becomes a hilarious and heartfelt musical. Grab a hall pass and don’t be late for an adventure familiar to anyone who actually survived middle school.
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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Alberta Theatre Projects Presents: The Seafarer.
Everyday from Oct 15, 2024 - Nov 10, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
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.
Casa Mexico Presents: Day of the Dead.
Everyday from Oct 15, 2024 - Nov 2, 2024 at 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
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
Calgary Young People’s Theatre Presents: The Frozen Deep.
Everyday from Oct 24, 2024 - Nov 2, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
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.
Location: | West Village Theatre |
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Category: | Music, Theatre & Performances, Parent's Night Out |
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Link: | http://cypt.ca |
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Lunchbox Theatre: Jake's Gift.
Everyday from Oct 30, 2024 - Nov 17, 2024 at 12:00 pm - 2:30 pm
On the shores of Juno Beach, a precocious 10-year-old helps a WWII veteran confront ghosts from his past.
Pumphouse Theatre Presents: Into the Woods.
> Friday Nov 1, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
The Brothers Grimm hit the stage with an epic fairytale about wishes, family, and the choices we make.
Ravel's Piano Concerto.
> Friday Nov 1, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Get cozy with your Calgary Phil as acclaimed pianist and conductor Jeffrey Kahane does double duty in Maurice Ravel’s sparkling Piano Concerto in G Major.
Location: | Jack Singer Concert Hall |
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Category: | Music, Theatre & Performances, Parent's Night Out |
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Link: | http://calgaryphil.com |
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Ronald McDonald House Christmas Extravaganza.
Everyday from Nov 8, 2024 - Nov 9, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Whether you're planning a girls’ night out or a family outing, this event has something for everyone, including a tattoo artist at the Big Four Roadhouse.
Location: | Big Four Roadhouse |
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Category: | Community Sales & Markets, Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances |
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Link: | http://allevents.in |
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Snow White by Greg Banks.
Everyday from Nov 8, 2024 - Nov 9, 2024 at 6:30 pm - 2:30 pm
When the rest of the cast fails to appear, two performers are left to tell the classic tale. Creative staging, music and imagination are woven together to present this innovative storytelling adventure proving that anyone can tell any story.
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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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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Nicolas Namoradze plays Rachmaninoff.
Everyday from Nov 15, 2024 - Nov 16, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Let the Calgary Phil envelop you in sumptuous orchestral sound with the passionate drama of Rachmaninoff’s Second Piano Concerto, starring 2018 Honens Prize Laureate Nicholas Namoradze.
Location: | Jack Singer Concert Hall |
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Category: | Music, Theatre & Performances, Parent's Night Out |
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Link: | http://calgaryphil.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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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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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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Candy Cane Gala.
> Friday Nov 29, 2024 at 6:00 pm - 10:30 pm
Kick off your holiday season at Candy Cane Gala, a family-friendly, black-tie event in support of the kids and families who rely on care at the Alberta Children’s Hospital.
This incredible evening is filled with activities, entertainment, and inspiration for every generation — from toddlers to grandparents. Explore tons of fun and engaging activations in the renowned KidZone, browse and bid on exceptional silent auction items, graze your way through a variety of mouth-watering food stations and dance the night away with friends and family.
Location: | BMO Centre - Stampede Park20 Round Up Way SE, Calgary, AB T2G 2W1 |
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Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Holiday Fun, Music, Theatre & Performances, Parent's Night Out |
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Link: | http://candycanegala.com |
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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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Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland.
> Friday Nov 29, 2024 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Catch the elegant marvels displayed by the stunning Cirque Musica at WinSport. Backed full symphony orchestra, expect to hear your favorite holiday hits alongside the breathtaking magic of cirque.
Calgary Philharmonic Presents: A Choral Christmas.
> Friday Dec 6, 2024 at 7:30 pm - 12:00 am
Two-time Juno nominated Soprano Miriam Khalil joins the Orchestra, the Calgary Philharmonic Chorus, and Cantaré Children’s Choir for a selection of Christmas favorites that will be sure to get your holidays started on the right note.
Location: | Jack Singer Concert Hall |
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Category: | Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Holiday Fun, Music, Theatre & Performances, Parent's Night Out |
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Link: | http://calgaryphil.com |
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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).
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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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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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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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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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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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.
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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Unplugged: Nirvana Reimagined.
> Friday Jan 31, 2025 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
The musicians of the Calgary Phil and guest vocalists bring their grit to this re-creation of Nirvana’s celebrated live album MTV Unplugged in New York at Jack Singer Concert Hall. Throw yourself back to the ‘90s when grunge music reigned supreme and rock out to the band’s hits.
Location: | Jack Singer Concert Hall |
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Category: | Music, Theatre & Performances, Parent's Night Out, Youth Activities |
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Link: | http://calgaryphil.com |
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