Calgary Events: Nov. 6-12

Taboo sex show, Price is Right, Christmas Market, and Remembrance Day

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Krista Sylvester
November 06, 2024

Dear readers, it’s just a random Wednesday in November. Nothing to report (slight sarcasm) other than all of the events down below. Scroll down and see what the city has in store for you this week.

Editor’s note: We do our best to provide the most updated information but we encourage you to check ahead of time in case there have been changes to the event details.

A quick peek at the next couple of weeks

🎅 The Andy Kim Christmas: The legendary Andy Kim leads a star-studded lineup of Canadian musicians in support of NMC's charitable initiatives, with all proceeds benefiting music and education programs. Dec 13 at the National Music Centre.

🍋 Lemon Light Up fundraiser: The Westley Hotel and the Love for Lewiston Foundation is hosting the third annual Lemon Light Up event to raise money to purchase equipment for a child with Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). Nov 14 at the Westley Hotel.

🎸 Girls Just Wanna Have Fun: The girls are all here; the Andrews Sisters in the ’40s, the Spice Girls, The Supremes, The Pointer Sisters and more, Stage West’s latest puts the spotlight on the women who changed music. Nov 15 to Feb 2 at Stage West.

💡 Zoolights: Yes, believe it or not this beloved Christmas holiday tradition at the zoo is just around the corner. Bigger, brighter, and bolder with over one million lights and close to 250 light figures. Nov 15 to Jan 5 at the Calgary Zoo/Wilder Institute.

Later this month

🎥 CUFF.Docs Documentary Film Festival: This year’s edition of the festival boasts 16 features and nine shorts over five days. The lineup has just been unveiled so check out the list here and our picks. Nov 20-24 at the Globe.

Happening this week and weekend

Thursday-Sunday | Millarville | Various times

It’s the first weekend of two that you can capture the magic of Christmas with food trucks, music, photos with Santa, face painting and so many new and popular seasonal vendors.

Friday-Sunday | BMO | Various times

An upscale adult playground dedicated to enhancing lifestyles, encouraging romance, personal betterment and all things taboo. Enjoy entertainment, provocative and educational seminars, unique shopping, fashion shows, and more.

Saturday | Grey Eagle Resort and Casino | 1pm and 8pm

Whether you’re a long-time fan or new to the show, this is your chance to be a part of the action and win incredible prizes. Alongside a celebrity host, randomly-selected contestants play games like Plinko, Cliffhangers, The Big Wheel, and even the Showcase.

YYC Canadian Jazz Festival  | Now until Sunday | 5:30-9:30pm

Some of the finest Canadian musicians playing at various live music venues in Calgary bring you the jazz you have been needing in your life.

The European Film Festival | Now until Sunday | Various times

The 13th edition brings you films to various locations and there’s even a dance competition.

Visit the memorial and participate in daily sunrise and sunset ceremonies and a special Night of Lights tribute ceremony on the evening of Nov 10 and a Remembrance Day service on Nov 11. The Field of Crosses is open to the public 24/7 during that time.

Dumpling Festival | Wednesday | 5:30-9:30pm

Experience different restaurants and tastes that may include Italian gnocchi, Japanese gyoza, Mexican empanadas, Nepalese momos to Ukrainian dumplings, and more.

Noodle Festival | Thursday-Nov 17

Every noodle counts at this unique celebration of noodles, culture, and community. Not just another restaurant festival, it’s all about showcasing the best of Asian cuisine.

Calgary’s Largest Garage Sale | Saturday | 10am-4pm

Just as the description says, there is no shortage of treasure and troves at this massive garage sale so check out the hidden gems at Thorncliffe Greenview Community Centre.

Cavalry soccer playoff game | Saturday | 1pm

Calgary’s professional soccer team is in the playoff final so you better head to Spruce Meadows to cheer them on in their most important game of the season.

Mode Made | Saturday | 7pm

This all-ages event features more than 15 international modelling agents flying in from Milan, Paris, New York, Madrid and London to see Mode's next generation of talent for the first time in our city.

Cool Choir performance | Saturday | 8:15pm

Head to the Bethany Chapel of Calgary where Cool Choir is going to premiere its original song honouring the Royal Canadian Air Force Centenary.

Challenge yourself and put those tidbits of random knowledge to use in a fun filled afternoon packed with random draw prizes, gift cards, and a trophy for the winning team! Free with purchase.

Remembrance Day events | Monday | Various times

There are so many ways to honour Remembrance Day that we wanted to share this round up of options from Avenue, so take a look and choose what is best for you.

Carly Pearce | Tuesday | 7pm

This country sensation is bringing her Hummingbird World Tour to Calgary for a special performance packed with heartfelt songs at the Palace Theatre.

Ongoing

Death Trap | Until Nov 10 | Stage West dinner theatre

Sidney Bruhl is a successful writer of Broadway mystery plays but is struggling to live up to his own reputation. A possible break in his fortunes occurs when he receives a script from a student and he hatches a sinister plan. What Sidney doesn’t know, is his student has some surprise plot points of his own up his sleeve.

Fly through a technicolour nebula, kick up dust on the moon, and witness Saturn’s rings up close in this out-of-this-world immersive experience. Explore the galaxy through the James Webb telescope with this unique space exploration encounter.

From Me to You: The Beatles in Canada 1964-1966 | Until Jan 5 | National Music Centre

A nostalgic tribute to the band's transformative years upon arriving in Canada for the first time, this display captures the cultural landscape of Canada in the 1960s, and the frenzied excitement of Beatlemania that swept across the country.

All Those Rolling Stones | Until Jan 11 | Jubilations

Step into the tumultuous world of All Those Rolling Stones, where the rhythms of an iconic rock band, the ink-stained pages of a revolutionary magazine, and the pulse of a generation converge. Brace yourself for a rollercoaster ride through the ’60s and ’70s while you enjoy a three-course dinner.

That’s it!

Thanks for checking in this week. Hope you found something good to add to your calendar. Thanks for letting us be your tour guide! See you next week? Same time, same place.

✌️ TWIC (from the Calgary Citizen team)

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