November 14 to 17; Art Market Craft Sale. This sale showcases and celebrates Canadian artists and crafters from across Canada at TELUS Convention Centre. Learn more at artmarketcraftsale.com.
Friday, Saturday, Sunday, November 14 to December 8; Banff Christmas Market. With more than 80 artisanal vendors, live music, an outdoor fire lounge, Santa’s House and Reindeer Stables, Christmas treats and warm drinks, there is something for the whole family at Warner Stables. Learn more at banffchristmasmarket.com.
November 15, 11am to 4pm; Revealing Riel. In honour of Alberta Métis Week, visit The Confluence for an intimate one-day exhibition that offers a glimpse into the personal life of Louis Riel through authentic letters and diaries. Learn more at theconfluence.ca.
November 15, 4:30 to 6:30pm; Free Soccer Fridays. Free Soccer Friday invites kids to a free, unstructured, drop-in soccer opportunity. This is a chance for youth of all ages and abilities to play and enjoy the sport. Learn more at calgaryminorsoccer.com.
November 15, 6 to 10pm; Hip Hop Night - Beast Machine. Hip hop and ya don't stop! Capitol Hill will host a free and funky hip hop night with performances by Beast Machine. Pulse Studio's Beast Machine Crew will delight audience members young and old. Learn more at capitolhill.getcommunal.com.
November 15 to 16; Alberta University of the Arts Students’ Association Show + Sale Winter Market. Visit the AUArts campus for a market filled with great art, fun demos, and community spirit. With hundreds of unique artworks created by talented AUArts students, you will find extra special gifts for your loved ones at Show + Sale Winter Market. Best of all, your purchase directly supports students studying at the school. Learn more at showandsale.ca.
November 15 to 16; Citadel Christmas Market. Come to the Citadel community to support your local artisans, crafters, bakers and services at the Citadel Community Association. Learn more at citadelca.ab.ca.
November 15 to 16; Nicolas Namoradze plays Rachmaninoff. Let the Calgary Phil envelop you in sumptuous orchestral sound with the passionate drama of Rachmaninoff’s Second Piano Concerto, starring 2018 Honens Prize Laureate Nicholas Namoradze. Learn more at calgaryphil.com.
November 15 to 16; Alberta Potters’ Association Winter Pottery Sale. Invite your friends and family to this special winter sale, just in time for the holidays at Marda Loop Community Association. Learn more at albertapottersassociation.org.
November 15 to 16; Balzac Christmas Market. The popular Balzac Christmas Market, at 292120 Wagon Wheel Boulevard, features over 70 vendors with locally made and curated products. Get your Christmas decor, woodworking, apparel, baking, knitting/crochet, jewelry, accessories, pet products, candles, bath/body products and much more!
November 15 to 16; Thorncliffe Greenview Community Association Craft Fair. Every year in Thorncliffe and Greenview the unofficial start to the holidays is the TGCA Craft Fair, and this year they’ve got some great event highlights to get you into the spirit. Learn more at tgcacalgary.com.
November 15 to 16; Varsity Christmas Craft Sale. More than 45 creative and innovative vendors with a wide selection of unique and hand-crafted items at Varsity Community Association. Learn more at varsitycommunityassociation.ca.
November 15 to 16; Okotoks Christmas Market. Kick off your Christmas shopping at the annual Okotoks Christmas Market at the Foothills Centennial Centre. Learn more at themarketsquare.ca.
November 15 to 16, 10am to 3pm; Union Station Kids’ Clothing Sale. This not-for-profit thrift store has thousands of items for kids of all ages (size newborn to 16) at incredible prices. Learn more at unionstationchurch.com.
November 15 to 17; Acadia Christmas Market. There’s always a variety of vendor wares to shop from at the Acadia Recreation Complex. Come out and support your community vendors while you shop for those unique gifts. Learn more at acadiacraftexpo.com.
November 15 to 27; Bragg Creek Artisans Christmas Sale. This sale provides attendees with an opportunity to discover unique crafts, decorations, gifts and original artwork by local artisans as they exhibit their handcrafted work at the Bragg Creek Community Centre. Learn more at braggcreekca.com.
November 15 to 30, 4 to 9pm; Inglewood Holiday Night Market. Check out great vendors, seasonal fun and more at The Quonset at the Crossroads Market. Learn more at inglewoodnightmarket.ca.
November 15 to December 1; Spruce Meadows International Christmas Market. The market boasts an enviable line-up of exquisite gifts and treats for the whole family. With more than 200 independent local businesses, the market prides itself on a unique shopping experience. Begin the festive season by enjoying a day out with family and friends, shop exquisite gift ideas, purchase artisan food, and stroll through the winter wonderland of Spruce Meadows. Learn more at sprucemeadows.com.
November 15 to December 31; In Search of Christmas Spirit in Banff. Discover the wonder of Christmas in Banff National Park this holiday season. Bundle up for a walk through the Cascade of Time Garden, where you’ll witness a live Christmas story told by the animals of Banff National Park. Learn more at banfflakelouise.com.
November 15 to January 5; ZOOLIGHTS. ZOOLIGHTS is set to be bigger, birghter, and bolder than ever. Back for its 28th season, the city’s favorite sparkling spectacle is sure to ignite your festive spirit as the zoo transforms into a magical winter wonderland. Learn more at calgaryzoo.com,
November 15 to February 2; Stage West Theatre Presents: Girls Just Want to Have Fun! Step aside, boy bands! The era of the girl groups has arrived! From the stylish swingin’ sounds of the Andrews Sisters in the 1940’s to the pop perfection of the Spice Girls in the 1990’s, female vocal groups have brought harmony, hip shaking, and hit after hit. Learn more at stagewestcalgary.com.
Until November 16; Pumphouse Theatre Presents: Into the Woods. The Brothers Grimm hit the stage with an epic fairytale about wishes, family, and the choices we make. Learn more at pumphousetheatre.ca.
November 16, 10am to 2pm; Go ENG Girl. Join at this free annual event for Grade 7 to 10 students in underrepresented groups and experience an exciting introduction to the world of engineering at Schulich School of Engineering. With events hosted at most of Canada’s top universities Go ENG Girl offers girls and non-binary youth in grades 7-11 the chance to learn more about engineering through a series of fun hands-on activities and exhibits. Learn more at discover.ucalgary.ca/register/go-eng-girl-2024.
November 16, 10am to 3pm; Auburn House Christmas Craft & Marketplace. A great opportunity to purchase amazing gifts just in time for the holidays all while supporting local artisans, crafters, and home-based business owners. With a variety of exhibitors selling everything from unique and custom-crafted handmade products to all those products and services you love from popular multi-level marketing home-based businesses. Learn more at auburnbayra.ca.
November 16, 10am to 3pm; Edgemont Community Association Winter Market. Get into the holiday spirit at the Edgemont Winter Market, where you'll discover a delightful selection of vendors offering a variety of goods, from handmade crafts to unique products perfect for your holiday shopping. Whether you're looking for a one-of-a-kind gift or simply want to enjoy the festive atmosphere, there’s something for everyone! Learn more at edgemont.ab.ca.
November 16, 10am to 3pm; Holy Spirit Catholic Women’s League Craft Sale. Shop a wide selection of local, hand-crafted gifts at Holy Spirit Catholic Church. Learn more at calgarycwl.ca.
November 16, 10am to 3pm; Canyon Meadows Community Association Christmas Market. Plenty of new vendors at this year’s market as well as some favorite vendors from previous years, providing a wonderful selection of gift-giving ideas for everyone on your list. Learn more at cmca.ca.
November 16, 10am to 3pm; Silver Springs Christmas Craft Market. Start your Christmas shopping with unique, one-of-a-kind, handcrafted items. There will be knitting, crocheting, pebble art, barnwood crafts, quilting, upcycled goods, art cards, sewing, original artwork, pet items, and much more! Learn more at silverspringscommunity.ca.
November 16, 10am to 3pm; Westminster Christmas Market. Celebrate Christmas past, Christmas present, and Christmas yet-to-be at the annual Christmas market. There will be vendors with great crafts, Christmas baking, and a chance to sit down to enjoy some Christmas lunch or goodies. Learn more at wpchurch.net.
November 16, 10am to 3pm; Marlborough Park Winter Market. Come out and support your local artists and crafters with 70 tables of unique one-of-a-kind items at Marlborough Park Community Centre. Learn more at marlpark.ca.
November 16, 10am to 4pm; St. Benedict’s Merry Christmas Market. Stroll through the selection of talented vendors. Venture over to get mini photo sessions for the whole family. Experience the free ski jumping simulator. Plus, over 30 raffles with your entry ticket, cotton candy and a craft room for the kids. Learn more at stbenedict.cssd.ab.ca.
November 16, 10am to 4pm; Grand South Christmas Market. This isn’t just any holiday market—it’s a vibrant fusion of Calgary’s cherished southern communities, from Mahogany to Mackenzie Towne, Cranston, New Brighton, and Auburn Bay. At the heart of it all, the Mahogany Beach Club stands proudly as a central hub, showcasing over 75 exceptional local vendors. Learn more at mahoganyhoa.com.
November 16, 10am to 4pm; Northern Hills Community Association Christmas Market. Come by Vivo for Healthier Generations and pick out a one-of-a-kind gift for your loved ones or a little something special for yourself. Learn more at nhca.ca.
November 16, 10am to 5pm; St. Margaret School Christmas Market. Get ready to explore a variety of unique gifts and holiday treasures from talented vendors, enjoy delicious food, and take part in fun activities for the whole family.
November 16, 11am; Cineplex Family Favourites: Paddington 2. Visit participating Cineplex theatres near you and watch a favorite family film each week for only $3.99. Learn more at cineplex.com.
November 16, 11am; Shawnessy Christmas Craft Fair. Two floors of hand-crafted items and a limited number of direct sellers at the Shawnessy Barn. Learn more by following @shawnessycraftfair on Facebook.
November 16, 6:30 to 9:30pm; The Confluence Movie Screening: Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan. The Burnswest Theatre at The Confluence is a cozy indie theatre perfect for a fun day out with the family or date night with a special someone. With film screenings of cult classics, family favorites and hidden gems happening every month, check back regularly to see what’s playing. Learn more at theconfluence.ca.
November 16 to 17, 10am to 3pm; Lake Bonavista Christmas Craft Fair. Purchase unique, artisan gifts from local vendors, try a variety of delicious food and tasty treats, and visit booths from multi-level marketing Calgarian businesses. Learn more at thelbca.ca.
November 16 to 17, 10am to 4pm; Canmore Christmas Artisans’ Market. More than 50 artisans and makers of hand-crafted items showcase their wares at the Canmore Recreation Centre in support of the Preschool Society. Learn more at canmoreartisansmarket.com.
November 16 to 17, 10am to 4pm; The Hangar Flight Museum 49th Anniversary. Join The Hangar to celebrate their 49th anniversary. They will have 15-minute presentations throughout the day, an artifact handling station, and a 1.5-hour presentation on the development of the aviation community in Calgary. Learn more at thehangarmuseum.ca.
November 16 to 17, 10am to 5pm; Kananaskis Christmas Market. Visit beautiful Redwood Meadows for the annual Kananaskis Christmas Market.
November 16 to 17; Aspen Crossing Christmas Market. Discover a treasure trove of uniquely and locally handcrafted items from talented vendors at Aspen Crossing. Learn more at aspencrossing.com.
November 16 to 17; Bowness Holiday Craft Fair. This fair held at the Bowness Community Association has a wide selection of unique, hand-crafted items. Get your shopping done early and support local. Learn more at mybowness.com.
November 16 to 17, 23 to 24, 30 to December 1; Cochrane Made Artisan Christmas Market. Cochrane’s favorite annual Made Artisan Christmas Market offers holiday shoppers a back-to-back three-weekend tour of outstanding artisans and makers. Each weekend showcases 50 different local retailers featuring oodles of “made with love” treasures at Lions Event Centre. Learn more at opulencealliance.com.
November 16 to December 1; Broadway Across Canada Presents: Book of Mormon. It's The Book of Mormon, the nine-time Tony Award® winning Best Musical at the Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium. Learn more at calgary.broadway.com.
November 16 to December 15; Vertigo Theatre Presents: Murder on the Links. A cast of six actors play over 30 roles in the Canadian premiere of this exhilarating and spirited adaptation of Christie’s classic mystery with her greatest and most beloved detective Hercule Poirot! The perfect holiday treat. Learn more at tickets.vertigotheatre.com.
November 16 to January 1; Banff Gondola Mountaintop Christmas. ‘Tis the season of magic and wonder in Banff. The Banff Gondola transforms into a magical winter wonderland complete with opportunity to take a photo with Santa and other Christmas delights. Learn more at banffjaspercollection.com.
November 16 to March 31; Nightrise. Suphur Mountain’s summit is transformed through four digital art installations. Vibrant lighting, multimedia effects, video projections, and music bring the mountaintop to life in a new and unexpected way. Learn more at banffjaspercollection.com.
Thursday to Sunday until November 17; Millarville Christmas Market. This market is one of the premier craft shows in Alberta. You’ll enjoy food trucks, music, reindeer viewing, photos with Santa and more at Millarville Racetrack. Learn more at millarvilleracetrack.com.
Until November 17; Lunchbox Theatre: Jake's Gift. On the shores of Juno Beach, a precocious 10-year-old helps a WWII veteran confront ghosts from his past at Vertigo Theatre. Learn more at lunchboxtheatre.com.
November 17, 9am to 2pm; Banff Santa Claus Celebration of Lights. Christmas in Banff is magical and you can enjoy a festive day of holiday fun. Enjoy performers on the main stage, kids’ crafts, Christmas activities, and storytime with Santa on Banff Avenue. Learn more at banfflakelouise.com.
November 17, 10am to 3pm; 18th Calgary Scout Christmas Market. They have a wide variety of local vendors at Calgary 18th Scout Hall, and all proceeds from the event go to supporting the Scouts trip to Japan in summer 2026.
November 17, 10am to 4pm; Fairview Studios Fall Pottery Sale. Join for Calgary's largest annual fall pottery sale. With more than 50 potters and ceramic artists offering their wares at Acadia Recreation Complex.
November 17, 12 to 6pm; Holiday Gift Market. The Holiday Gift Market at Genesis Centre celebrates the talent and craftmanship of the local community while providing a platform for artisans to display and sell their handmade good. Whether you are looking for jewelry, textiles, ceramics, artwork, or delicious food and beverages, there is something for everyone. Learn more at genesis-centre.ca.
November 17, 2:30 to 7:30pm; Junior Miss Alberta Pageant. A heartwarming event celebrating young talent, confidence, and individuality at Triwood Community Centre. Perfect for families and friends, this pageant showcases girls ages five to 12 as they shine on stage, sharing their unique personalities, poise, and skills. Learn more at juniormissalberta.com.
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