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Well Calgary, another weekend is nearly here and it’s going to be a good one! From festivals and sporting events to fun autumn activities there are a ton of exciting things happening that will get you out and about! Not sure what’s going on? Here are 10 things to do in and around the city over the next few days!
Love live music? With special guests Tia Wood and Slim Krusty, Ruby Waters will take Calgary’s Palace Theatres on the 4th of October Tickets are still available! Don’t miss it.
When: Friday, October 4th, 2024
Where: The Palace Theatre – 219 8th Avenue SW, Calgary
Time: 7 pm
Cost: $38+
It’s October and it’s scare, or be scared! This weekend, check out one of the year’s freakiest events—Aspen Crossing’s Train Of Terror, a haunted house on wheels.
When: Various dates between Thursday, October 3rd and November 2nd, 2024
Where: Box 30 Mossleigh, AB
Time: See times here
Cost: $66+
Calling all fashion lovers! The Calgary Health Foundation and Mercedes Benz are teaming up again for the Calgary NICU Charity Fashion Show. This year’s theme is ’To the Moon and Back’ and it’s going to be bigger and better than ever. There will be food, drinks, and a fashion show featuring designs from some of Calgary’s finest designers. All proceeds go to the NICU to help at-risk infants and their families
When: Saturday, October 5th
Where: Mercedes-Benz Country Hills Showroom, 2450 Country Hills Blvd NE Calgary
Cost: $75-$175
It’s a pizza party and there’s one last chance to enjoy it! YYC Pizza Fest is back and this weekend you check out the city’s best thin-crust, deep-dish, topping-heavy bites all over the city.
When: Until October 6th, 2024
If you still believe in myths like EVs not being able to handle Alberta winters and endless road trip adventures, well, think again! EVs are quickly becoming a top contender in the automobile game, with incredible features to make it your dream ride. And if common misconceptions about things like cold-weather performance and maintenance costs are holding you back, don’t worry- we partnered with Nissan Canada, the OGs of the mass-market EV game, to debunk the top 5 myths about electric cars in this article.
Better yet, you can check out Nissan Canada’s ARIYA and LEAF EV models online and book a test drive to try them for yourself.
Where: click here to find your local dealership
Get scary competitive! This weekend, bring your friends and family and check out a spooky 18-hole mini golf course at Calgary’s Winsport. Enjoy!
When: Until October 31st, 2023
Where: 168 Canada Olympic Rd SW, Calgary
Cost: $15+
Heck, while you’re in the area, check out Pumpkins After Dark! Featuring gourds, ghouls, music, fun, and fresh air you won’t miss this family-friendly event.
When: Until October 31st, 2024
Where: 88 Canada Olympic Rd SW, Calgary
Time: See times above
Cost: $27+
Good gourd! This weekend, check out Smoky Lake’s most unique festival! This year enjoy the harvest celebration, a perogy eating, and pumpkin carving showcase, live entertainment, and more!
When: Friday, October 4th-6th, 2024
Where: Smoky Lake, Alberta – Directions here
Cost: $22+
More after-dark fun! October is here and so are Harvest Lights at the Calgary Farmyard, a vibrant after-dark event, that will give you even more time to explore their park!
When: Fridays and Saturdays
Where: 284022 Township Rd 224, Rocky Mountain County
Time: Until 9:30 pm
Cost: $21 +
This weekend, check out The Dorian Hotel for a charming collaboration with Le Petit Chef. This six-centimetre master of the culinary arts offers one of the most incredible food journeys of the year. Get your tickets ASAP
When: Various dates
Where: 525 5 Ave SW, Calgary, AB
Cost: $129 +
This Sunday, you can watch as the Calgary Hitmen take on the Vancouver Giants at the Scotiabank Saddledome. Get your tickets now and enjoy!
When: Sunday, October 6th, 2024
Where: 555 Saddledome Rise SE, Calgary
Cost: $18+
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