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Banff’s Free Christmas Light Trail Brings Wildlife Sculptures and Festive Storytelling to the Rockies

Explore snow-laden Cascade Gardens filled with artistic lighted displays and enjoy a Christmas tale at the Banff National Park this holiday season.

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Mumford & Sons Coming to Calgary Stampede 2027: Ticket Details

Mumford & Sons are heading to Calgary next summer, with a concert confirmed for the 2027 Calgary Stampede. The Grammy-winning British folk-rock band will perform at the… Read more »

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Living Wage 2026: How Much Albertans Need to Earn Per Hour to Make Ends Meet

The Alberta Living Wage Network has released its 2026 living wage rates, showing how much workers need to earn per hour to cover basic expenses in 20… Read more »

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Things to Do This Weekend in Calgary – Nov 13 to 15, 2026

A weekly digest of What’s On in and around Calgary this weekend including free, fun family & kids’ activities, live music, theatre & performing arts, sports and exhibitions.

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Events & Festivals This Week in Calgary

A look at what’s on this week in Calgary – Things to do this week in Calgary. — November 9 to 15, 2026.

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2026 Christmas and Holiday Concerts in Calgary

From intimate choral gatherings to grand festive performances, here’s a list of enchanting Christmas carols and concerts in and around Calgary that promise to fill your holiday with harmony and cheer.

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Alberta’s New Moraine Lake Licence Plate Arrives November 9: Here’s What It Costs to Switch

Alberta drivers will soon have a new option for their vehicles. Starting November 9, the province’s new official licence plate, featuring Moraine Lake and the words “Strong… Read more »

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Christmas Events, Santa Claus Parades & Holiday Theatre in Calgary

A list of Santa Claus Parades, Ballets, Theatre & other Christmas/Holiday-related events happening in & around Calgary.

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Christmas Lights in Alberta 2026: Places to See Spectacular Holiday Displays

Come Christmas, enchanting holiday lights starts to glow all over Alberta. Although every village, town, city, and community has at least one or two house or buildings worth stopping to check out, the following light shows are definitely worth travelling to see.

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2026 Remembrance Day In Calgary – Events & Ceremonies; What is Open/Closed on Nov 11th

A list of ceremonies, events and activities happening in & around Calgary to honour and remember our veterans.

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Where to See the Best Christmas and Holiday Light Displays in and Around Calgary – Guide 2026

Enjoy the best time of the year in all its glory with your Family. A list of places to enjoy Christmas and holiday light displays in Calgary.

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Big Valley Jamboree Reveals Full 2027 Lineup; Adds Dallas Smith, Scotty McCreery, Meghan Patrick and More

Big Valley Jamboree has revealed its expanded 2027 artist lineup, adding several familiar country music names to the four-day festival returning to Camrose, Alberta, from July 29… Read more »

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Country Thunder Alberta Will Not Return to Calgary in 2027

Country Thunder Alberta will not return to Calgary in 2027, bringing an end to the festival’s decade-long run in the city. The announcement follows the cancellation of… Read more »

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Enchanting Drive-Through Christmas & Holiday Light Displays in Alberta – 2026

Add a little bit of light and magic to your holiday plans. Alberta’s cities and towns transform over December with a variety of holiday light displays and… Read more »

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Things to Do This November in Calgary

A list of events to attend and activities to do in Calgary in November 2025.

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Free Fun Things to Do in Calgary in November – 2026

A list of free fun events in the Calgary Area during November.

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Places to Go For Polar Express and Santa Trains in Alberta – 2026

Relive the magical story of the motion picture THE POLAR EXPRESS™ or enjoy a visit from Santa as you and your loved ones ride on the Christmas… Read more »

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Megan Moroney Is Coming to Calgary Stampede 2027: Here’s When Tickets Go on Sale

Country music fans have another concert to mark on their calendars for next summer. Megan Moroney, known for hits including Tennessee Orange and Am I Okay?, is… Read more »

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80+ Christmas Markets and Holiday Craft Fairs in Calgary – 2026

A list of 80+ Christmas markets, fairs and art and craft markets in Calgary for the year 2026 to help you get something unique for everyone on your list!. Enjoy the best time of the year in all its glory with your family and get something unique for everyone on your list!

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Angine de Poitrine Announces 2027 Canadian Tour With Eight Concerts Across Five Cities – Presale Registration Now Open

Quebec’s polka-dotted experimental rock duo Angine de Poitrine is heading out on a world tour in 2027, with Canadian performances scheduled in five cities. The newly announced… Read more »

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Where to Shop for Halloween Costumes, Props and Decorations in Calgary: 2026 Guide

Whether you’re dressing up for a Halloween party, getting the kids ready for trick-or-treating, or turning your front yard into a haunted house, Calgary has plenty of… Read more »

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Halloween in Calgary 2026 – Haunted Houses, Family Events & Adult Parties

Things to do during Halloween in Calgary, Banff, and Airdrie in 2026: Events include Fright Nights, Ghost Tours, Paranormal Investigations and more!

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Two Iconic Alberta Hotels Win Global Honours, Including World’s Best Historic Resort

Two of Alberta’s best-known Rocky Mountain hotels have earned international recognition, with Fairmont Banff Springs and Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge winning honours at the 2026 Historic Hotels… Read more »

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What’s New at Spruce Meadows Christmas Market in 2026: Adults-Only Evenings, New Pavilion and More Shopping

A Christmas market where you can shop for handmade gifts, sip festive cocktails, warm up beside outdoor fires and possibly encounter real reindeer is getting considerably bigger… Read more »