Calgary Events This Month

Here’s everything happening in Calgary this month, from concerts and markets to food events, workshops and free things to do. The list below updates on its own, so whatever day you land here, you’re seeing what’s still ahead.

October 2026

Pup Crawl

Kensington is getting into the Halloween spirit with its annual Pup Crawl on Sunday, October 25, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Dress your furry friend in their spookiest costume and head to Kensington for an afternoon of trick-or-treating at participating businesses. Along the way, stop by the outdoor plaza along Kensington Road for a […]
25 Oct
1:00 pm
Kensington Calgary
Kensington Rd NW & 10 St NW
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How this list works

Events are sorted by date, starting today and running to the end of the month. Past events drop off automatically. We pick what goes on the calendar: local shows, markets, pop-ups, classes and festivals within about 90 minutes of the city. We leave off networking nights and sales pitches dressed up as workshops.

Want our picks instead of the full list?

The calendar shows everything. If you’d rather have the short version, our monthly guide narrows it down to the things worth planning around.

What Calgary looks like, month by month

January: The quiet month. Expect indoor markets, comedy, theatre openings and outdoor skating once the rinks are cold enough.
February: Chinook Blast lights up downtown with free winter art and events, and Family Day weekend fills up fast.
March: YYC Food & Drink Experience turns the month into prix fixe season, and the spring home and garden shows arrive.
April: Calgary Expo takes over Stampede Park, and patios start testing their luck.
May: Patio season for real, plus the first outdoor markets and long-weekend events.
June: The Lilac Festival kicks off summer on 4th Street, and Sled Island brings indie music to venues across the city.
July: Stampede runs the first half of the month. Folk Fest takes over Prince’s Island later on.
August: GlobalFest fireworks, Taste of Calgary, and the last full stretch of patio weather.
September: The Calgary International Film Festival, harvest events and the start of the arts season.
October: Haunted houses, pumpkin patches, Halloween events and the first fall markets.
November: Christmas markets open, holiday lights go up, and indoor events take over the calendar.
December: Peak market season, light displays, holiday shows and New Year’s Eve plans.

FAQ

What’s happening in Calgary this month?
The calendar at the top of this page lists every event on the Calgary Locale calendar from today to the end of the month. It updates automatically, so it always shows what’s still coming up.

Where can I find free events in Calgary this month?
Visit our page of Free & Cheap events. Those are free or $20 and under. Our free things to do page also covers year-round options like free museum nights and parks.

How often is this page updated?
New events are added to the calendar every week, and the list on this page refreshes on its own. Past events disappear as soon as they’re over.

What’s the difference between this page and your monthly guide?
This page is the full list. The monthly guide is our edit of the events and openings worth planning around, with details on why each one made the cut.

Can I submit an event?
Yes. Visit calgarylocale.com/submit-event to add your event for free.

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