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10 things to do in and around Calgary this week (Oct. 27-31)

Halloween is finally here! It’s giving spooky, scary skeletons and sending shivers straight down our spine — let’s get up to some fun, Calgary.

For a complete roundup of things going on Halloween night on Oct. 31, don’t forget to check out our list of ghoulish events happening throughout the city.

There’s plenty to do leading up to All Hallows Eve this Oct. 27-31 week in Calgary. Here are a few more things to add to your agenda.

The Haunting Side of Homicide: True Crime and the Paranormal

Join a retired homicide detective at this live brewery speaker series and hear about real investigations where evidence meets the unexplained.

When: Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2025
Time: 1 p.m.
Where: 1414 Kensington Rd. NW
Tickets: $26+

Sponsored pick: Halloween at the Castle – A Dark Fairytale

On All Hallows’ Eve, the Castle at Fairmont Banff Springs turns mysterious. Rundle Bar transforms into a moody fairytale forest by interior designer Cory Christopher, inspired by the Castle’s lore. Forest florals, flickering candlelight, and mischievous hosts set the scene for a night of live DJ sets, immersive experiences, and spine-tingling glamour. Costumes are encouraged — your story begins at the door!

When: Friday, Oct. 31, 2025
Time: 9 p.m. to late
Where: Rundle Bar at Fairmont Banff Springs — 405 Spray Ave., Banff, Alta.
Tickets: $75+

The Beaches: No Hard Feelings Tour

Toronto-based femme-fronted rock band the Beaches are known for a hard-hitting, great-sounding live set. They’re bringing their No Hard Feelings Tour to the Grey Eagle Event Centre, and it’s a show you won’t want to miss.

When: Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2025
Time: 8 p.m.
Where: Grey Eagle Event Centre — 3777 Grey Eagle Dr., Calgary, Alta.
Tickets: $62

Ghosts and Gourmet

Start your evening with a three-course dinner inside the Historic Wainwright Hotel, then head out on one of Calgary’s most talked-about ghost tours.

When: Monday, Oct. 27 to Thursday, Oct. 30, 2025
Time: 6 to 9:30 p.m.
Where: Heritage Park — 1900 Heritage Dr. SW
Cost: Varies by menu

Okotoks Ghost Walks

Join a haunted walking tour with the Okotoks Museum and Archives, alongside the Okotoks and District Historical Society.

When: Tuesday, Oct. 28 to Thursday, Oct. 30, 2025
Time: 6:30 to 9 p.m.
Where: Okotoks Museum and Archives — 49 N. Railway St., Okotoks, Alta.
Tickets: $7

Creatures of cSPACE: October Showcase

Creatures roam the halls of cSPACE at this Halloween celebration, with free arts activities available on each floor.

When: Thursday, Oct. 30, 2025
Time: 5 to 8 p.m.
Where: cSPACE Marda Loop — 1721 29th Ave. SW
Cost: Free

Halloween Sleepover at TELUS Spark

Enjoy an exclusive Halloween sleepover full of creepy science, freaky findings and eerie experiments at Spark!

When: Friday, Oct. 31, 2025
Time: 6 p.m. to 9 a.m.
Where: TELUS Spark Science Centre — 220 Saint George’s Drive NE
Tickets: $90

Diwali Masquerade

Join the celebration for the Hindu festival of lights in Halloween masquerade fashion.

When: Friday, Oct. 31, 2025
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Where: Empire Banquet Hall — 4826 11th St. NE
Cost: $89

Steve Hackman’s Skull + Bones at Jack Singer Concert Hall

Get spooky with the Calgary Phil this Halloween as visionary conductor Steve Hackman leads the Orchestra in classic showpieces.

When: Friday, Oct. 31, 2025
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Where: Jack Singer Concert Hall — 225 8th Ave. SE
Tickets: $35+

The Descent with Canmore Cave Tours (18+)

Do you have the spine to survive a cave tour inspired by the iconic 2005 horror film?

When: Friday, Oct. 31 to Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025
Where: Canmore Cave Tours — 129 Bow Meadows Crescent, Canmore, Alta.
Cost: $179

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