Things to do in Calgary

149 upcoming events in Calgary. Most are Dance and Theatre & stand-up. 12 are free. The next one is Bailamos Nights Dance Social – Salsa and Bachata in Calgary on Sat 7 Nov 2026, 22:00. 12 places to go: venues, activities and spots worth a visit.

What's on

Places in Calgary

  • The Confluence Historic Site and Parkland (formerly Fort Calgary)
    Attraction · Calgary
    A historic site in Calgary telling the early history of the city, with a reconstructed fort and picnic spots by the Bow River.
  • Vertigo Theatre
    Venue · Calgary
    Canada's only professional theatre dedicated to the mystery genre.
  • Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre
    Venue · Calgary
    A five-floor music memorabilia space telling the story of music in Canada.
  • Calgary Zoo
    Attraction · Calgary
    Visit the Calgary Zoo, a popular family excursion with over 4,000 animals across more than 100 species.
  • TELUS Spark Science Centre
    Attraction · Calgary
    An interactive science centre in Calgary with hands-on exhibits, a planetarium and a digital dome theatre.
  • The Shawnessy Barn
    Venue · Calgary
    A venue hosting the Halloween Artisan Market event.
  • Max Bell Theatre, Werklund Centre
    Venue · Calgary
    Max Bell Theatre at Werklund Centre, hosting Theatre Calgary's Little Shop of Horrors final weekend.
  • Jubilations Dinner Theatre
    Venue · Calgary
    An interactive musical comedy venue with shows served with a four-course dinner.
  • The GRAND
    Venue · Calgary
    Calgary's culture house for contemporary live arts including theatre, dance and music.
  • Theatre Calgary
    Venue · Calgary
    A theatre venue bringing Canadian and international plays to life since 1940s.
  • Heritage Park Historical Village
    Attraction · Calgary
    A 1910 pioneer town replica in Calgary with vintage rides, a steam train and paddlewheel ferry for a historic visit.
  • North Glenmore Park
    Venue · Calgary
    A pet-friendly park hosting Run Calgary's Halloween race with a 5 km, 10 km and kids' race plus a dog costume parade.

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