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It’s officially Halloween week in Calgary, and the countdown to Oct.31 is on. The city is packed with ways to get into the spooky season, from haunted houses and horror movies to Halloween markets and murder mysteries. And if Halloween isn’t your thing, there are plenty of other ways to get out and enjoy the week, too.
To help you out, we’ve rounded up 10 of the best events happening in and around Calgary this week.
Let’s jump into it.
The Calgary Flames face off against the Toronto Maple Leafs this week, so if you’re looking for a night out, catch the two NHL teams going head-to-head at the Scotiabank Saddledome.
When: Monday, Oct. 26, 2026
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Where: Scotiabank Saddledome — 555 Saddledome Rise SE, Calgary, Alta.
Cost: Starting at $95.90
The 1987 cult classic Evil Dead II: Dead by Dawn is hitting the big screen at The GRAND just in time for Halloween. Follow Ash Williams as a weekend getaway turns into a nightmare when demonic forces take over a remote cabin, leaving him fighting to survive the night.
When: Monday, Oct. 26, 2026
Time: 7 p.m.
Where: The GRAND — 608 1st St. SW, Calgary, Alta.
Cost: $20.48
Have you been patiently waiting for the next A Court of Thorns and Roses book? Wild Rose Brewery is hosting a midnight release party for Sarah J. Maas’ highly anticipated sixth book, with themed crafts, pizza, cake, and more. Your ticket will also include a hardcover copy of the book!
When: Monday, Oct. 26 to Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2026
Time: 9 p.m. to midnight
Where: Wild Rose Brewery — 4580 Quesnay Wood Dr. SW, Calgary, Alta.
Cost: $100 plus fees
Colobri Art Studio is hosting a beginner-friendly glass painting workshop at Doma Studio in the Beltline, where you can create your own spooky, cute or colourful design. All materials are provided, along with step-by-step guidance, a drink, and a snack, so you can spend 2.5 hours getting creative even if you’ve never painted before.
When: Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2026
Time: 6:30 to 9 p.m.
Where: Doma Studio — 1212 1st St. SE, Calgary, Alta.
Cost: Starting at $47.68
This is your last chance to catch Pumpkins After Dark at WinSport! The walk-through experience features thousands of glowing pumpkins, themed displays, carnival games, food trucks and a spooky Halloween maze. The event runs until Oct. 31, so there’s still time to catch it before it’s gone.
When: Thursday, Oct. 29 to Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026
Time: Varies based on date
Where: WinSport Event Centre (Canada Olympic Park) – 88 Canada Olympic Rd. SW, Calgary, Alta.
Cost: General Admission (18+): Starting at $17.01 plus fees; Youth (4 to 17): Starting at $11.46 plus fees; Youth (3 and under): Free; Family Pack: Starting at $13.31 plus fees
It’s the last weekend to check out Heritage Park’s outdoor escape room, Where Dark Things Dwell. Head into the Historic Village after dark to solve puzzles, uncover clues, and work with your team to figure out what’s lurking in the shadows.
When: Thursday, Oct. 29 to Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026
Time: Games run at 8 and 10:30 p.m.
Where: Heritage Park – 1900 Heritage Dr. SW, Calgary, Alta.
Cost: $54.95 plus GST
Screamfest is back at the GMC Stadium for its final three nights of the season. You can make your way through six haunted houses, go on a monster truck ride, and test your limits at one of Calgary’s biggest Halloween attractions before it wraps up.
When: Thursday, Oct. 29 to Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026
Time: 7 p.m. to midnight
Where: GMC Stadium — 2200 Stampede Trl. SE, Calgary, Alta.
Cost: General Admission starts at $35.40; Killer Cash Combo starts at $44.94; SpeedPass starts at $55.43; General Admission plus Zombie House starts at $44.94; SpeedPass plus Zombie House starts at $64.97
Think you know your horror movies and books? Trick or Trivia Night is taking over the Lougheed House on Oct. 2, with Halloween trivia covering everything from iconic scary stories to historic Halloween traditions. Seating is first-come, first-served and costumes are encouraged.
When: Thursday, Oct. 29, 2026
Time: 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Where: The Lougheed House — 707 13th Ave. SW, Calgary, Alta.
Cost: Free
Spruce Meadows is serving up a murder mystery at the British House, where you can dig into a gourmet Halloween-inspired menu while trying to figure out whodunit.
When: Friday, Oct. 30 to Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026
Time: 6 p.m.
Where: Spruce Meadows — 18011 Spruce Meadows Way SW, Calgary, Alta.
Cost: $110 plus GST
Frights and Delights brings two days of spooky fun to The Confluence, starting with an adults-only night market featuring true crime tours, tarot readings, and horror movies. Admission is free, with extra costs for select activities.
When: Friday, Oct. 30 to Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026
Time: 6 p.m.
Where: The Confluence — 750 9th Ave. SE, Calgary, Alta.
Cost: Free
Have a great week!
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