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10 things to do in Calgary this weekend (Oct. 24-26)

The weekend is almost here, and we can’t wait! It’s the final one before Halloween, and we’ve got plenty of spooktacular events to help you set the mood.

From a 12-hour horror movie marathon to paint nights with puppies, there’s something for everyone to ring in the season right.

Here are all the fun things you should get up to this Oct. 24 to 26 weekend in Calgary.

Calgary New & Used Ski Sale

Canada’s largest ski and gear sale will bring three days of deals to the Max Bell Centre. Get geared up to hit Canada’s best snow.

When: Friday, Oct. 24 to Sunday, Oct. 26, 2025
Where: Max Bell Centre — 1001 Barlow Trl. SE
Tickets: $10

Annual Bearspaw Fall Market

Embrace the cozy charm of autumn at the 42nd Annual Bearspaw Fall Harvest Market.

When: Friday, Oct. 24 to Sunday, Oct. 26, 2025
Where: Bearspaw Lifestyle Centre — 253220 Bearspaw Rd.
Tickets: $3

Halloween Jelly Bean Dance Party

Are you ready, ghouls and goblins? Enjoy all-ages crafts and Halloween fun at Capitol Hill Community Association’s annual jelly bean dance.

When: Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025
Time: 5 to 9 p.m.
Where: Capitol Hill Community Association — 1531 21st Ave. NW
Tickets: $5+

Paint with Puppies

Join the Color Cafe for a cute and cuddly date night with adorable mini puppies.

When: Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025
Time: 1 p.m.
Where: 1414 Kensington Rd. NW
Tickets: $15

Halloween Afternoon Tea

What truths lie at the bottom of your teacup? Enjoy a Halloween-themed afternoon tea in the chilling Victorian Lougheed House, and have your tea leaves read by a psychic.

When: Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025
Time: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: 707 13th Ave. SW
Tickets: $75

Calgary’s Ultimate Halloween Party – Menagerie Halloween

If you love Halloween and are past the bar scene, this event is for you, with costume contests, fortune telling and burlesque performances.

When: Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025
Time: 7 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Where: Wyckham House — 4825 Mount Royal Gate SW
Tickets: $55

Dash of Doom

This family-friendly and pet-friendly race is a beloved Halloween tradition. For its 10th anniversary, there will be a pre-race Halloween festival to enjoy, alongside plenty of cute pups in costume.

When: Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025
Time: 2 p.m. to 5:15 p.m.
Where: North Glenmore Parking Lot
Tickets: Free

12-Hour Halloween Movie Marathon

Challenge yourself to survive a 12-hour horror movie marathon at Globe Cinema. It’s a Calgary Underground Film Festival (CUFF) tradition that’s been going on strong for years.

When: Saturday, Oct. 25 to Sunday, Oct. 26, 2025
Time: 7 p.m. to 7 a.m.
Where: Globe Cinema — 617 8th Ave. SW
Tickets: $23+

The Confluence Artisan Market

Celebrate local at the place where the two rivers meet. Bring a non-perishable food donation for entry to this cozy autumn artist market with some of the city’s best makers.

When: Saturday, Oct. 25 to Sunday, Oct. 26, 2025
Time: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland 750 — 9th Ave. SE
Tickets: Free, food bank donations encouraged

Spotlight Youth Singers of Calgary

Youth Singers of Calgary is turning 40 — and you’re invited to the free celebration at the National Music Centre.

When: Sunday, Oct. 26, 2025
Time: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre — 850 4th St. SE
Tickets: Free

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