Photo via Calgary Farmyard
Is fall the best season? I sure think so. With the return of sweater weather, changing leaves, and a bit of pumpkin spice, autumn in Calgary is filled to the brim with everything nice.
From important dates to fun activities, here’s everything you need to know about the impending season.
Don’t let any yellow leaves fool you — we’re still technically in summer until the Autumnal Equinox on Monday, Sept. 22, 2025. Days have already been getting shorter since the summer solstice back in June, but after nearly equal hours of day and night on the equinox, you can expect more darkness than light in the coming months.
Daylight Saving Time Ends on Sunday, Nov. 2, 2025, when clocks are turned back one hour at 2 a.m. Sunrise and sunset will be about an hour earlier than the day before, which means you can expect more light in the morning and less in the evening. It may be a bit of an adjustment, but that extra hour of sleep sure is nice.
Fun fact: Saskatchewan, Yukon, and certain regions of B.C., Quebec, Ontario, and Nunavut don’t acknowledge Daylight Saving Time and keep their clocks the same year-round. Something to keep in mind for any long-distance correspondence!
The Old Farmers’ Almanac predicts a generally warm September, with an average temperature of 12°C – one degree above the seasonal average. Good news: winter is expected to be warmer than normal, with above-normal precipitation and below-normal snowfall. Bad news: the weather in Calgary can change at the drop of a hat, so it’s best not to take too hang too much hope on long-term forecasts.
There’s no shortage of fun fall festivities happening in Calgary over the next few months. Here are a few to put on your radar!
Is there a more iconic duo than fall and football? Grab a beer and a bite while cheering the Calgary Stampeders to victory at McMahon Stadium this season.
When: Varies
Where: 1817 Crowchild Trl. NW, Calgary
Head down to the Calgary Farmyard on Friday and Saturday evenings for a stunning, one-of-a-kind, after-dark event. Enjoy a petting zoo, corn maze, delicious eats, and more under thousands of twinkling lights.
When: Friday and Saturday evenings starting Friday, Sept. 12
Where: 284022 Township Rd. 224, Rocky Mountain County
Time: 5:30 to 9 p.m.
Cost: $25.43
It’s baaaack. Once again, Pumpkins After Dark is bringing its 10,000+ glowing pumpkins to Calgary for a unique and stunning walkthrough experience.
When: Friday, Sept. 19 to Friday, Oct. 31
Where: 88 Canada Olympic Rd. SW, Calgary
Time: 7 to 11 p.m.
Cost: $21+
I scream, you scream, we all scream for Screamfest. Calgary’s scariest Halloween event is a fan-favourite for freaks, frights, and fun. Will you manage to make it through all six haunted houses?
When: Select dates in October
Where: 2200 Stampede Trl. SE, Calgary
Time: 7 p.m. to midnight
Cost: $30+
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