Calgary Events: October 17-23

Halloween events, comedy, used clothes sales, and more

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Krista Sylvester
October 17, 2023

Happy Tuesday, friends. Welcome to this week’s edition of TWIC.

Even though it’s almost Halloween, there’s still so much to do and we love being your personal tour guide for fun events. Don’t forget to let us know what you think of the newsletter in our poll at the bottom. Enjoy!

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On our radar

🏈 Calgary Stampeders game: Cheer on the Calgary Stampeders as they wrap up their regular season at home this month at McMahon Stadium on Oct 27.

🎃 Heritage Park’s Ghouls’ Night Out: On Thursday, Oct 26, enjoy an adult-only night complete with spooky cocktails and a chilling wagon ride through the park.

🎭 Hadestown: This Broadway Across Canada winner of eight 2019 Tony Awards is coming to the city Nov 21-26. Hadestown invites audiences on a hell-raising journey to the underworld and back.

🎄 Glow Calgary: From Dec 7 to 31 at the Nutrien Western Event Centre, enjoy festive attractions and an indoor light garden illuminated by millions of twinkling bulbs.

🇨🇦 Stand Up For Vets Comedy Show: A great night of comedy, with four comedians, supporting those who have stood on guard for us. Oct 21 at 8pm.*

*Sponsored listing

Happening this week and weekend

Thursday until Oct 28 | Various times | Various locations

Fluid Fest is just that: a cascading change in shape, experience, and perspective. Embrace change. Be fluid!

Friday to Sunday | 10am-6pm except Sunday to 5pm | Bearspaw Lifestyle Centre

Check out the 41st annual fall harvest market this weekend with loads of local vendors to visit. Only $2 in advance or $3 at the door.

Saturday | 7:30pm | Saddledome

Dermot Kennedy’s latest album, Sonder, resonates deeply with the artist as he embraces the concept of realizing the complexity of each individual’s life.

Pixels and Pints | Tuesday | 5-9pm

Hosted at Bottlescrew Bills, the purpose of Pixels and Pints is simple: provide a venue for web developers and digital creatives to sit down, relax, and talk shop. [Free to attend, food/drinks for purchase]

Canstruction structure display | Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday | Check times

There are just a couple of days left to check out the Halloween-themed structures for the Calgary Food Bank’s popular Canstruction fundraiser on display at Eau Claire Tower until Oct. 19. [Free, but bring food donations!]

Kids Fair Consignment Sale | Thursday to Sunday | 8am-8pm

Calgary’s Only Online Children's Pop-up Consignment Store is a "one-stop shop" to buy and sell brand new and high quality gently used items for your children. [Free]

Calgary New & Used Ski Sale | Friday to Sunday | 10am-1pm

Most items are brand new with 20,000 items at $2 million in value: skis, ski boots, bindings, snowboards, snowboard boots, winter clothing, accessories, gloves, hats, goggles, poles, and packs. [$8]

Calgary’s largest baby-to-teenager used clothing sale at the Genesis Family Centre. [Free]

Hosted by Karla Marx with guest performers Smokey Waters, El Rey Del Sol, Laye Lowe, Jackal Morose, Lola Jett, Tangerine Dream, and Comerade Yulia Borscht. [$16]

Enjoy the Halloween classic, The Addams Family as part of the Films at the Fort: Thrills and Chills series. Tickets come with popcorn and admission to the interactive centre. [$12]

The Mochas and Marshmallows is a fun run for kids under the age of 14. Each participant will receive a medal, hot chocolate, and a treat after they cross the finish line. [$40]

Inglewood Halloween Walk | Saturday | 9-11pm

Don't miss out on the Inglewood Halloween Walk, taking place at Rosso Coffee in Calgary. Enjoy a spooky and entertaining evening filled with Halloween vibes. [$28]

Crocodile Rock: The Legend of Elton John | Until Saturday | Various times

It’s the last few days of Jubilations Dinner Theatre’s twist on the Rocketman. Enjoy the show and a three-course dinner. [Various prices]

Think you know Calgary’s most scandalous tales? Go beyond ghosts and hauntings to the “immoral” stories that shook our city at Fort Calgary. [$15]

Calgary Hitmen Game | Sunday | 2pm

Experience unforgettable family fun at Sunday Funday with the Calgary Hitmen as they take on the Lethbridge Hurricanes. [Various prices]

Concert for Humanity | Sunday | 2:30pm

Outstanding Ukrainian and Canadian artists showcase selections of Ukrainian repertoire and join forces in Beethoven's 9th Symphony, a monumental work of hope and unbreakable unity [$19-$28]

He appeared as a sports reporter in Nike commercials with NBA star Chris Paul. Morrissey was a TV Sports Anchor for ABC prior to his career in comedy. [$15]

Ongoing

The Dark Lady at Lunchbox Theatre | Until Oct 29 | Various times

The Dark Lady is a witty and sensual duet that reclaims the story of a fascinating woman who was almost lost to history—Emilia Bassano. [Various prices]

Southcentre Mall’s Magical Wishing Tree | Until Oct 31 | Various times 

The larger-than-life Magical Wishing Tree in the mall’s centre court features a variety of enchanting family fun all in the name of helping Make-A-Wish Canada grant 165 wishes to local families.

Haunted Mini Golf at Winsport | Thursdays to Sundays until Oct 31 | Various times

Dress up for family fun and play some mini golf with spooktacular haunted mini golf. [$10+]

Train of Terror | Until Nov 4 | Various times

Aspen Crossing’s annual Halloween event, journey through a menacing maze of horror and then board a moving train on what’s sure to be the scariest haunting you will ever come across. [Various prices]

Stage West’s An Evening With Groucho | Until Nov 12 | Various times

Award-winning actor and director Frank Ferrante brings his acclaimed portrayal of legendary comedian Groucho Marx to Stage West in this fast-paced production. Enjoy the buffet before the show! [Various prices]

That’s it!

Thanks for checking in this week. Hope you found something good to add to your calendar. If not, reply back and let us know what you’re looking for. Consider us your concierge to good times.

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