Do
Celebrate the Grey Cup’s return to Calgary
November 11 to 15
The Grey Cup is coming back to Calgary for the first time since 2019, and you can party it up at the Cenovus Energy 2026 Grey Cup Festival at Stampede Park. Over the course of four days leading up to the 113th annual Grey Cup game on November 15, experience live music, fan meetups and a massive tailgate party. Celebrate with football fans from across the country.
Race in a charity fun run
December 5
Lace up and don your Santa hat for the 2026 Calgary edition of The Salvation Army’s Santa Shuffle Fun Run and Elf Walk. What started as a single race in Edmonton more than 35 years ago has grown into an annual, countrywide, holiday fundraising celebration. All race participants receive a personalized race bib, a finisher’s medal and a Christmas tree ornament. Those who fundraise have the chance to get even more cool swag, like toques and hoodies. While the prizes are a great bonus, the Santa Shuffle is all about spreading holiday cheer to those in need.
See
Sing along with a magical musical
November 10 to 15
A beloved children’s animated film comes to the Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium stage with Broadway Across Canada’s Disney’s Beauty and the Beast. Experience the magic and romance of the classic tale, complete with the iconic Oscar-winning score from the film, including fan favourites like Be Our Guest and Beauty and the Beast.
Watch cutting-edge documentaries
November 18 to 22
For those with a passion for learning, the 14th CUFF.Docs Documentary Film Festival at the Globe Cinema is the place to be. Hosted by the Calgary Underground Film Festival, CUFF.Docs features exceptional non-fiction films, all chosen for their ability to “confirm and challenge beliefs, promoting a sense of wonder and a healthy skepticism.”
calgaryundergroundfilm.org/cuffdocs
Listen
Hear the best of Canadian jazz
November 3 to 8
Maybe you’ve attended JazzYYC’s summer festival, but did you know there’s one in November, too? Check out JazzYYC’s Canadian Festival, which brings together local jazz musicians with those from
across the country for a few days of jazz magic. Concerts are held in all-ages venues primarily in Inglewood. Don’t miss the Sunday JazzWalk, where free concerts pop up all along the “Music Mile” on 9th Avenue S.E.
jazzyyc.com/canadian-jazz-fest
Relive a childhood favourite in concert
November 27 and 28
Let the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra get you into the holiday spirit with Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas live-to-film concert. Experience Jim Carrey’s iconic performance as the Grinch while the Calgary Phil plays the energetic score. This event takes your Christmas movie viewing to the next level. The live film score makes it a fun and memorable experience that both kids and kids-at-heart are sure to love.