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November 28, 2025
Home Alone in Concert
Kickstart your holiday season with the beloved comedy classic Home Alone, now 35 years young! A holiday favourite, this beloved comedy classic features renowned composer John Williams’ charming and delightful score performed live to picture by the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra. Get your tickets, here. Where: Winsport Arena When: Nov 28 & 29

November 28, 2025
A Christmas Carol
Dickens’ classic holiday tale comes alive in this annual favourite from Theatre Calgary. A beloved family holiday tradition in Calgary, A Christmas Carol is not to be missed! Get your tickets, here. Where: Max Bell Theatre When: Nov 28 – Dec 31

October 10, 2025
Spark After Dark: Gore
From the Saw franchise to Evil Dead, its obvious people are obsessed with the freaky and grotesque… we just can’t look away! From the twisted side of psychology to iconic horror moments in pop culture—and a whole lot of squishy biology in between—this event is diving straight into the weird, wild, and wonderful world of gore. This is […]

December 12, 2025
Spark After Dark: Greatest Hits
Get hyped for the Greatest Hits of every Spark After Dark on December 12, 2025! Indulge in guilt-free pleasures, explore the brain chemistry behind cravings, play with food, and celebrate your colourful identity. Rock out to sick beats and dive into horror-inspired science. Science lovers and curious adults, this is your holiday party. This is […]

November 18, 2025
MJ: The Musical
He is one of the greatest entertainers of all time. Now, Michael Jackson’s unique and unparalleled artistry is on tour in MJ, the multiple Tony Award®-winning musical centred around the making of the 1992 Dangerous World Tour. MJ: The Musical makes its Calgary premiere at the Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium with 8 performances from November 18 to 25, 2025. […]

October 10, 2025
The Princess Bride in Concert
Fencing, fighting, torture, revenge, giants, monsters, true love, miracles… experience one of the most beloved films of all time as never before with the power of the Calgary Phil performing the entire musical score live-to-picture! Get your tickets, here. Where: Jack Singer Concert Hall When: Oct 10 – 11

October 16, 2025
Nijinsky
The daring triple-bill tribute honours Vaslav Nijinsky’s revolutionary impact on ballet, refreshingly envisioned by acclaimed Canadian choreographers. Get details and tickets, here. Where: Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium When: Oct 16 – 18

December 3, 2025
The Nutcracker
A beloved holiday tradition returns in grand style with the annual presentation of The Nutcracker — and this year, it’s brand-new. Alberta Ballet unveils an all-new Nutcracker, reinvented by Artistic Director Francesco Ventriglia. This December, rediscover the magic with fresh choreography, stunning new sets and costumes, and a renewed sense of enchantment. Get details and tickets, here. Where: […]

February 19, 2026
Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince in Concert
With this film, based on the sixth installment of the classic saga, fans of all ages can now experience the thrilling tale of Harry’s obsession with a mysterious potions book accompanied by the music of a live symphony orchestra as Harry soars across the big screen in HD! Get your tickets, here. Where: Southern Alberta […]

December 21, 2025
Soweto Gospel Choir: Peace
The spectacular and colourful three-time GRAMMY Award-winning Soweto Gospel Choir comes to Calgary this holiday season with Peace. Expect to hear South African freedom songs as well as the music of Aretha Franklin, Harry Belafonte, Mahlia Jackson and others combined with traditional African gospel music and spirituals. Get details and tickets, here. Where: Jack Singer Concert […]

October 25, 2025
How True is a True Story?: The Conjuring (2013)
Movies “based on a true story” captivate audiences with the intrigue of history and the wonderment of how the film’s events could have transpired in real life. The reality is that these films love to blur the lines between fact and fiction in favour of cinematic storytelling. Have you ever wondered, “how much of this […]

November 15, 2025
How True is a True Story?: The Greatest Showman (2017)
Movies “based on a true story” captivate audiences with the intrigue of history and the wonderment of how the film’s events could have transpired in real life. The reality is that these films love to blur the lines between fact and fiction in favour of cinematic storytelling. Have you ever wondered, “how much of this […]

February 14, 2026
The Tale of the Gifted Prince
In a kingdom on the edge of rebellion, Prince Ren must save his father’s throne. Armed with five humble gifts, he embarks on a quest to enlist the aid of a reclusive shaman. Join Theatre Calgary for this world premiere musical you will never forget! Get your tickets, here. Where: Max Bell Theatre When: Feb […]

April 7, 2026
A Doll’s House
An ordinary family. A perfect marriage. A wife with a secret. Henrik Ibsen’s theatrical giant of a play still shocks and exhilarates audiences to this day. Join Theatre Calgary for the Canadian premiere of Amy Herzog’s fresh, compact, and devastatingly contemporary adaptation that took Broadway by storm. Get your tickets, here. Where: Max Bell Theatre […]

May 26, 2026
Come From Away
When an unexpected disaster halts air travel around the world, the people of Gander, Newfoundland come together to welcome those who have been stranded in their town. This all-new production of the award-winning musical tells a story of resilience, kindness, and unexpected friendships in a time of crisis. Get your tickets, here. Where: Max Bell […]

October 26, 2025
WILD EYE: A Life in Photographs with Beverly and Dereck Joubert
Join Werklund Centre for a National Geographic Special Presentation with acclaimed filmmakers and conservationists Beverley and Dereck Joubert. Journey into the heart of wild Africa and discover how their award-winning films, photography, and conservation efforts are inspiring global action for the planet’s most iconic animals. Get details and tickets, here. Where: Jack Singer Concert Hall […]

October 24, 2025
Indigenous Science Night: Ancestor Rocks
Join TELUS Spark for an evening of Indigenous Science and the Wisdom of Ancestor Rocks. This event brings together teachings from Indigenous, Land-based, and Global science. It’s a chance to reconnect with the depth of teachings we are gifted from Ancestor Rocks. As our oldest teachers, they have taught humans knowledge of connection through ceremony, […]

November 19, 2025
Wordfest presents Alan Doyle
Alan Doyle is returning to Wordfest with perhaps his most personal book yet, The Smiling Land: All Around the Circle in My Newfoundland and Labrador. This event includes a conversation, audience Q&A and book signing. BONUS: Your ticket includes a pre-signed copy of The Smiling Land. Get all the details, here. Where: Patricia A. Whelan Theatre, Central Library […]

October 17, 2025
Rocky Mountain Wine & Food Festival
The Rocky Mountain Wine & Food Festival is a fantastic experience filled with incredible food and drink from Alberta and around the world. Discover new beverages, delicious cuisine, and non-alcoholic options too—something for everyone! It’s the perfect setting for a date night or group outing. This year, the celebration will feature over 25 restaurants, 320+ […]