Not sure what to do to celebrate All Hallow’s Eve? Here are a few options for adults and kids, including movie marathons, ghost tours, haunted houses, jack-o’-lantern displays and more.
Black Lagoon Pop-up
Dates: Until November 1, 2024
Times: 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
The team behind Blind Tiger is bringing a special Halloween cocktail pop-up experience to The District at Beltline this year. Along with Halloween-themed cocktails, expect decorations, actors dressed up in costumes and plenty of metal music.
The Lounge at The District at Beltline, 227 11 Ave. S.W., thedistrictbeltline.com
Calgary Ghost Tours
Dates: Various dates until November 1, 2024
Cost: Tickets from $25
Times: Times vary
Walking through some of Calgary’s oldest neighbourhoods and hearing ghost stories from the experts is possibly one of the scariest ways to spend an evening this Halloween season. Calgary Ghost Tours will walk you through Inglewood, downtown or Kensington on Fridays, Saturdays and some Sunday evenings. This year, October 31 is set aside for tours of Inglewood starting at Rosso Coffee.
Various locations, calgaryghostwalks.com
Haunted Mini Golf
Dates: Thursdays to Sundays from September 19 to October 31, 2024
Cost: $10 to $15
Times: 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. on weekdays, 1 p.m. to 9 p.m. on weekends
Enjoy a round of family-friendly mini-golf at WinSport’s 18-hole outdoor course. The course will be transformed into a Halloween-inspired set-up, and guests of all ages are encouraged to dress in their favourite costume. Tee times are on a walk-in basis, no need for pre-booking. The course takes around 60 minutes depending on skill level.
WinSport, 88 Canada Olympic Rd. S.W., 403-247-5452, winsport.ca
Pumpkins After Dark
Dates: Thursdays to Sundays until October 27, and October 29 to 31, 2024
Cost: $17.50 for youth, $22 for adults. Tickets must be pre-purchased online
Times: Entrance times vary between 6:30 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Featuring more than 10,000 hand-carved pumpkins, this family friendly, self-paced walk displays classic Halloween characters, pop culture icons, dinosaurs and more. Witness amazing pumpkin sculptures come to life, or grab some hot chocolate and watch a pumpkin carving demonstration.
WinSport, 88 Canada Olympic Rd. S.W., 403-247-5452, pumpkinsafterdark.com
ScreamFest
Dates: October 11, 12, 18, 19 and 24, 2024; Adult nights October 25, 26, 27, 30 and 31, 2024
Cost: Starting at $30 to $40
Times: 7 p.m. to midnight
At ScreamFest, be ready for a few scares as you walk through each of the six haunted houses, try your hand at carnival games or axe throwing (games use “Killer Cash,” which can be bought on-site or with your ticket online), or check out some of the food trucks that will be parked outside. The final five nights of ScreamFest are adults only.
GMC Stadium, Stampede Park, 2200 Stampede Trail S.E., screamfest.ca
Field of Screams
Dates: October 11, 12, 17, 18, 19, 25 and 26, 2024
Cost: $26 online or $30 at the door
Times: 6 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Dare to roam 20 acres of Cobb’s Adventure Park at night during this Halloween-inspired outdoor event from Screamworks Inc., the makers of ScreamFest. Visit six themed haunted houses or join in on activities like archery tag or blacklight mini-golf. Expect rides, games and more for the whole family. October 17th is a scarier night for adults only.
Cobb’s Adventure Park, 1500 84 St. N.E., 403-210-2676, fieldofscreams.ca
Haunted Calgary Presents: Hell Night at Heritage Park
Dates: October 19, November 1 and 2, 2024
Cost: Buy your tickets in advance online for $60
Times: Various ticket times starting at 5 p.m.
Haunted Calgary has been scaring Calgarians for more than 30 years. Every year is a unique attraction design — this year, don’t miss your chance to experience “Hell Night at Heritage Park,” one of Haunted Calgary’s 2024 attractions, where you try to survive an undead invasion in this immersive experience. Strategize to outwit your opponents, or risk being turned into a zombie. This game is recommended for those ages 12 years and up.
Heritage Park, 1900 Heritage Dr. S.W., 403-268-8500, hauntedcalgary.org
Ghouls Night Out
Dates: October 24 to 27, 2024
Cost: $16 to $22
Times: 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. from October 24 to 26; 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. on October 27, 2024
This year, Ghouls Night Out is teaming up with Haunted Calgary for a Halloween experience like no other. This event will feature Haunted Calgary’s Scare Zones separated into three categories ranging from lighthearted Halloween activities for the young ones, all the way up to intense jump scares for those seeking more of an adrenaline rush. There will also be plenty of other activities to check out on Heritage Park’s grounds.
Heritage Park, 1900 Heritage Dr. S.W., 403-268-8500, heritagepark.ca
The Rocky Horror Picture Show at Plaza Theatre
Date: October 25 to 31, 2024
Cost: $17, or $30 for “Dr. Frank-N-Furters Big Package,” which includes admission and a prop bag
Times: Various showtimes
Leading up to Halloween, catch one of the multiple Plaza Theatre screenings of The Rocky Horror Picture Show, a classic flick that has developed a cult following. Audience participation is strongly recommended, so dress up for an evening of RHPS fun, or purchase “Dr. Frank-N-Furters Big Package” that comes with a prop bag to participate in the show from the audience.
Plaza Theatre, 1133 Kensington Rd. N.W., 403-283-2222, theplaza.ca
Ricardo’s Nightmare Before Christmas Pop-Up
Dates: October 25 to November 3, 2024
Times: 5 p.m. to 12 a.m. from Sunday to Thursday; 5 p.m. to 1 a.m. on Fridays and Saturdays
If you’ve ever visited the fun and festive Sippin’ Santa holiday pop-up bar at Ricardo’s Hideaway before, you’ll be happy to hear the local restaurant is now launching a Halloween-themed pop-up bar experience as well. Ricardo’s Nightmare Before Christmas pop-up promises plenty of Halloween decor to enjoy while sipping on inventive cocktails like the Smoking Cauldron.
Ricardo’s Hideaway, 1530 5 St. S.W., ricardoshideaway.ca
The Dash of Doom
Dates: October 26, 2024
Cost: Register online; starting at $45, and $20 for the kids race
Times: Events beginning at 3 p.m.
This year’s family- and pet-friendly Halloween race offers something for everyone, with a one-kilometre kids race, five-kilometre walk/run and 10-kilometre run. This run supports the Alberta Animal Rescue Crew Society, a charity that raises funds to improve the lives of abandoned or abused animals.
North Glenmore Park, Crowchild Trail S.W., runyyc.ca
12-Hour Halloween Horror Movie Marathon
Dates: October 26, 2024
Cost: $25, $23 for members and students
Times: 7 p.m. to 7 a.m.
Calgary Underground Film Festival is one of the best at curating horror classics. This Halloween, it’s pulling another all-nighter with 12 hours of back-to-back scary movies. The marathon starts at 7 p.m. and goes until 7 a.m.
Globe Cinema, 617 8 Ave. S.W., calgaryundergroundfilm.org
Halloween Brunch at the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo
Dates: October 26 and 27, 2024
Cost: Children three years to 15 years, $44; general 16 years to 59 years, $70; seniors, $68; prices include zoo admission
Times: First seating from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.; Second seating from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.; Third seating from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
There are no tricks, just treats, at this Halloween brunch at the Calgary Zoo. The buffet features Halloween-themed breakfast and desserts at the Safari Lodge in Destination Africa. Afterwards, wander the grounds for ZooBoo, with treat stations set up around the grounds.
Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo, 210 St. George’s Dr. N.E., calgaryzoo.com
ZooBoo
Dates: October 26 and 27, 2024
Cost: Children three years to 15 years, $25; general 16 years to 59 years, $35; seniors, $32
Times: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily
Kids will especially enjoy this event. Dress up early and trick-or-treat at the treat stations set up around the grounds (only children will receive treats). For membership holders, there will also be a scavenger hunt, tasking you with finding pumpkins hidden around the grounds.
Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo, 210 St. George’s Dr. N.E., calgaryzoo.com
Trick or Trivia Night at The Lougheed House
Dates: October 30, 2024
Cost: Free
Times: 7 p.m.
Stop by The Lougheed House to keep your mind sharp with a spot of Halloween-themed trivia. Test yourself in three rounds of trivia, with questions ranging from historic true crimes to modern tales.
The Lougheed House, 707 13 Ave. S.W., 403-244-6333, lougheedhouse.com
Candlelight Orchestra: Halloween Special
Dates: October 30, 2024
Cost: Starting at $40
Times: 6:45 p.m. and 9 p.m.
This special concert is a unique experience. Watch the Listeso String Quartet play a lineup of Halloween-esque classical music, surrounded by candles. This concert has vibes that are perfect for the Halloween season.
Grace Presbyterian Church, 1009 15 Ave. S.W., feverup.com
Ghosts and Gourmet
Dates: October 30 and 31, and November 1 and 2, 2024
Cost: $86 per person
Times: 6 p.m.
This annual Halloween event at Heritage Park mixes good food with a few ghost stories and a ghost tour. You’ll start the evening with a three-course dinner at the Wainwright Hotel interspersed with ghost stories. After dinner, there’s an outdoor ghost tour around Heritage Park. The tour is led by a guide and stories are based on personal experiences and encounters staff have had.
Heritage Park,1900 Heritage Dr. S.W., 403-268-8500, heritagepark.ca
