Despite that chill in the air, we hope you’ve had a great weekend – but now it’s time to get back into the swing of things. Luckily, in addition to work, you’ll have a ton of fun and exciting activities to enjoy this time around. Halloween is nearly here and so are the events! Not sure what’s happening? Here are 10 things to do this week in Calgary.
SCREAM YOUR WAY THROUGH HAUNTED CALGARY
It’s nearly that time again! This week, check out Haunted Calgary, a terrifying haunted house set up in the parking garage of Horizon Mall in Balzac… if you dare!
When: Until November 4th, 2022
Where: 260300 Writing Creek Cres, Balzac
Time: 6 pm – 10 pm
Cost: $10+
CHECK OUT TELUS SPARK’S ORANGE CRUSH EVENT
Featuring a human claw machine, pumpkins and creepy crawlers, Curious Calgarians can check out Telus Spark’s Orange Crush event. It’s fun for the whole family! Don’t miss it!
When: All October long
Where: 220 Saint George’s Drive Northeast
Cost: $26
GRAB A BITE AT PASTA LA FEASTA
There’s nothing like a big bowl of pasta to round out the fall season. This week, get a mouthful of Pasta La Feasta, a tasty event celebrating the tastiest contributors to Calgary’s growing carb scene.
When: Until October 31st, 2022
Where: Various locations
Cost: Prices vary
GO LAST-MINUTE COSTUME SHOPPING
Last chance, Calgary! Halloween 2022 is a week away and time is running out to get your fangs, capes and prosthetics. Not sure where to go? Check out the list above for some of the best costume shops in the city.
HAVE A PAR-TEE AT WINSPORT
Feeling competitive? This week, we challenge you to check out Winsport’s Hunted Mini golf, an adorable 18-hole course of frights and fun, decorated for the spookiest season. Good luck and enjoy.
When: Until October 31st, 2022
Where: 168 Canada Olympic Rd SW, Calgary
Cost: $50/per 5 people
OR SCREAMFEST
Got something to prove? This Thursday, hit Screamfest 2022 for a night of spooks, frights, freaks and fun! First-person to cover their eyes has to buy the drinks afterward. Good luck, folks!
When: Thursday, October 27th: (ADULT NIGHT) – 29th and 31st, 2022
Where: Grandstand, Stampede Park, 3rd St SE, Calgary
Time: 7 pm – 12 pm
Cost: $22.12+
LOSE YOURSELF IN THE TUNNEL OF TERROR
Get ready, because Calgary’s Tunnel of Terror is back! Described as a haunted house/carwash hybrid – this wild event will raise hairs and scare the unsuspecting all in the name of good, clean fun. Check it out this Friday!
When: Friday, October 28th, 2022
Where: 5421 Dufferin Blvd SE, Calgary
Time: 7 pm – 10 pm
Cost: $22.23
ROCK ON WITH THE ARKELLS
This week, there will be no better place to warm up than the Scotiabank Saddledome, where the Arkells will hit the stage for their pre-Halloween show. For more information check out the link above and enjoy!
When: Friday, October 28th, 2022
Where: Scotiabank Saddledome – 555 Saddledome Rise SE, Calgary
Time: 7:30 pm
Cost: $47+
WANDER PUMPKINS AFTER DARK
Are you a night owl? This week, grab a coat, some mittens and the hand of someone special then check out Pumpkins After Dark, an event that sees over 6,000 professionally carved and displayed throughout Winsport. It’s going to be lit!
When: Until October 31st, 2022
Where: 88 Canada Olympic Rd SW, Calgary
Time: See times above
Cost: $21.05
CHECK OUT A NEW RESTAURANT
Calgary is spoiled for choice when it comes to eateries, taprooms cafes and bars – but the more the merrier, right? From fusion food to sister locations, this fall will see some incredibly tasty spots and we challenge you to try all of them! Check out the list above for just a few you can hit this week.
And that’s it, friends! 10 things to do this week in Calgary! Looks pretty dang good, doesn’t it? Enjoy, have fun and be safe out there, friends!
