Things to do in Calgary this weekend

Things to do in Calgary this weekend

Friday, October 16 to Sunday, October 18, 2026

Calgary stacks its weekend with sound and drama this time around. From Friday, October 16 to Sunday, October 18, 2026, Candlelight: Vivaldi's Four Seasons & More lights up Grace Presbyterian Church with strings under candle glow, while Calgary Opera's Tosca brings full-blown tragedy to the Jubilee stage the same night. Catch your breath outdoors with Pacific FC at Calvary FC at Spruce Meadows on Saturday, a solid pick if you want fresh air between concerts. This is a music-heavy weekend with a side of sport, 11 dated outings in total covering opera, candlelight shows, soccer and more around the city.

If none of those dates line up with your schedule, the anytime section has you covered with Badlands day trips to Drumheller and scenic tours out to Lake Louise, Banff and Moraine Lake, all bookable whenever suits you. Plenty of shows, things to do and reasons to plan your Calgary weekend around this list. Scroll down and start picking.

Concerts

Theatre

SUN 18

Pumpkins After Dark at the WinSport Event Centre

WinSport Event Centre At Canada Olympic Park · Calgary, AB

Pumpkins After Dark is a one-kilometre outdoor walk lined with more than 10,000 hand-carved jack-o'-lanterns at WinSport, Canada Olympic Park in Calgary. Lit sculptures of dinosaurs, dragons and Halloween characters…

From 88.31 $ CAD See tickets →

Opera

FRI 16 · SUN 18

Calgary Opera - Tosca at the Jubilee Auditorium

Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium · Calgary, AB

Calgary Opera stages Puccini's Tosca at the Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium in Calgary. First performed in 1900, the Roman drama follows singer Floria Tosca, caught between her painter lover and the ruthless police…

From 379.61 $ CAD See tickets →

Sports

SAT 17

Pacific FC at Cavalry FC - Spruce Meadows

Spruce Meadows · Calgary, AB

Cavalry FC host Pacific FC on ATCO Field at Spruce Meadows, south of Calgary, in a Canadian Premier League match. The roughly 6,000-seat ground sits on the Spruce Meadows equestrian site, better known for its show…

From 42.81 $ CAD See tickets →

Experiences

FRI 16 · SAT 17 · SUN 18 In demand

Lake Louise, Moraine Lake & Johnston Canyon Day Trip from Calgary

Delta Hotels by Marriott Calgary Downtown · Calgary, AB

A full-day trip (8 to 11 hours) into Banff National Park, departing from downtown Calgary. The route links three of the Rockies' most famous spots: turquoise-watered Lake Louise, Moraine Lake in the Valley of the Ten…

From 75.00 $ CAD See tickets →
FRI 16 · SAT 17 · SUN 18

Studio Bell, Home of the National Music Centre, Calgary

Studio Bell - Home of the National Music Centre · Calgary, AB

A visit to Studio Bell museum in Calgary's East Village. Five floors of exhibits trace the story of music in Canada: over 2,000 instruments and artifacts, four Canadian halls of fame, Elton John's songwriting piano and…

From 24.50 $ CAD See tickets →
FRI 16 · SAT 17 · SUN 18

Calgary City Highlights Bike Tour (3 Hours)

Toonie Tours Calgary | City Tours, Bike & Scooter Rentals · Calgary, AB

Roughly three-hour guided bike tour with Toonie Tours, departing from 151 8 Avenue SW in Calgary. Roll along the Bow River and take in the city's main landmarks at an easy pace. E-bike upgrade available at booking.…

From 153.00 $ CAD See tickets →
FRI 16 · SAT 17 · SUN 18

3-Hour Street Art and Craft Beer Tour of Calgary

Toonie Tours Calgary | City Tours, Bike & Scooter Rentals · Calgary, AB

Guided 3-hour walking tour of Calgary's Beltline with Toonie Tours, starting at 151 8th Avenue SW. Kick off at Bottlescrew Bills with a flight of four 5oz beers and brewing chat, then hit the streets to take in the…

From 105.50 $ CAD See tickets →
SAT 17 · SUN 18

XploringCalgary City Tour with Gasoline Alley Admission

Heritage Park · Calgary, AB

A roughly 4.5-hour guided city tour of Calgary covering over 80 km through neighbourhoods and scenic viewpoints, with a photo stop and break at Heritage Park. Includes admission to the Gasoline Alley Museum, home to one…

From 71.40 $ CAD See tickets →
FRI 16 · SAT 17 · SUN 18

Calgary to Banff (Canmore) Shuttle

Scenic Acres Parade Parking # 1 · Calgary, AB

Public shuttle connecting Calgary International Airport to Banff and Canmore, in the heart of the Canadian Rockies. Leave the driving to a pro and take in the mountain scenery along the way. The ride to Canmore runs a…

From 27.00 $ CAD See tickets →
+ 2 more experiences this weekend →

Anytime activities

YEAR-ROUND

Moraine Lake & Louise & Banff Day Tour From Calgary-Canmore-Banff

The Westley Calgary Downtown, Tapestry Collection by Hilton · Calgary, AB

A day trip into the Rockies departing from Calgary, Canmore or Banff, letting you experience the mountains the way a local would. With small groups and special access to the most photographed lakes, Moraine Lake and…

From 88.00 $ CAD See tickets →
YEAR-ROUND

Columbia Icefield and Peyto Lake with Crowfoot Glacier

Banff Caribou Lodge & Spa · Calgary, AB

Your adventure gets going with a pickup from Calgary, Banff or Canmore. From the meeting point, you set out on a scenic drive through Banff and Jasper National Parks. You'll take in the vast expanse of the icefield; the…

From 140.00 $ CAD See tickets →

This weekend elsewhere in Canada

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