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10 things to do in and around Calgary this week (Sept. 8-12)

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There’s a distinct chill in the air, and autumn has definitely arrived in Calgary. With the leaves turning golden red and kids back in school, there are plenty of fun-filled ways to celebrate autumn here in Cowtown.

Whether you’re looking for a slice of the season or want to get your groove on at a live show, we’ve compiled the ultimate to-do list for a jam-packed agenda of activities. From Halloween-themed carnivals to punk and comedy shows, here are 10 things to do this week in and around Calgary.

Cirque du Soleil ECHO

The world-renowned acrobatics group will perform at the Big Top for the opening night of its new show, ECHO, with bold new visuals, surprising twists and never-before-seen acrobatic feats.

When: Saturday, Aug. 30 to Sunday, Oct. 19, 2025
Where: Big Top, Stampede Park – 650 25th Ave. SE
Cost: $89+

Hairy Situation: A Comedy Show By ALOK

Internationally acclaimed poet, comedian, public speaker and queer icon ALOK is coming to the Bella Concert Hall for a captivating comedy show.

When: Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2025
Time: 7 p.m.
Where: Bella Concert Hall – 4825 Mt. Royal Gate SW
Cost: $48+

Public Enemy at Grey Eagle Event Centre

You definitely won’t want to miss Public Enemy’s legacy performance at Grey Eagle, which is bound to be a night dedicated to the ongoing resilience of hip-hop and the group’s importance to the culture.

When: Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2025
Time: 8 p.m.
Where: Grey Eagle Event Centre — 3777 Grey Eagle Dr.
Cost: $100+

Descendents at Mac Hall

These major players in the Southern California Punk movement aren’t slowing down anytime soon. Be ready to hurl spit at their Mac Hall show on Sept. 11.

When: Thursday, Sept. 11, 2025
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Where: MacEwan Hall — 402 Collegiate Blvd. NW
Cost: $62

Alberta Ballet presents: Once Upon a Time – A Thousand Tales

Step into an enchanting fairy tale storybook with characters from children’s classics like Sleeping Beauty, Snow White and Swan Lake.

When: Thursday, Sept. 11 to Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025
Where: Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium — 1415 14th Ave. NW
Cost: $75+

The Confluence After Hours

Experience the evening light of The Confluence at this after-hours summer party. The cultural centre’s opening hours will be extended as the twilight looms, giving you the rare opportunity to enjoy the site and its exhibits under the cover of darkness.

When: Friday, Sept. 12, 2025
Time: 5 to 9 p.m.
Where: The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland — 750 9th Ave. SE
Cost: $15

Chinatown Lantern Festival

Celebrate Chinese cultural heritage with exquisite light and lantern displays, food trucks and local vendors.

When: Friday, Sept. 12, 2025
Time: 4 to 11 p.m.
Location: Daqing Square — 2nd Ave. SW
Cost: Free

Midway and a Movie: Zombieland

Get ready to kick some serious zombie behind in this comedic take on the classic Dawn of the Dead. You’ll enjoy everyone’s favourite zombie flick in Celebration Field as the big screen lights up the prairie sky. Beforehand, load up on mini donuts, frozen lemonade and hot dogs. Don’t forget to take a spin on the Ferris Wheel!

When: Friday, Sept. 12, 2025
Time: 7 p.m. to midnight
Where: Heritage Park — 1900 Heritage Dr. SW
Cost: $25

Fall at Calgary Farmyard

Brighten up the end of autumn with this celebration of the best of the season at the Calgary Farmyard. The entire farm will be open and lit up with bright lights, plus its legendary corn maze will be open until 9 p.m.

When: Friday, Sept. 12 to Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025
Time: 5 to 9:30 p.m.
Location: Calgary Farmyard — 284022 Township Rd. 224, Rocky View County, Alta.
Cost: $25+

We’re getting all our favourite fall sweaters out for the season. See you out there!