Calgary 
September Long Weekend Activities in Calgary – September 4 to 7, 2026
Highlights include Fiesta Filipino, Calgary Pride Festival, Calgary Stampeders Labour Day Classic and more!
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I. Family & Kids Activities
How To Train Your Dragon 2 In Concert
September 4 & 5, 2026
Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium, 1415 14 Ave. NW, Calgary
$35 & up
Fiesta Filipino Calgary
Fiesta Filipino celebrates 12 years of showcasing the vibrant Filipino culture through cuisine, entertainment, and community spirit. What to Expect? Over 300 Local Artists: Experience the talents of more than 300 local artists performing throughout the festival, and Youth Got Talent competition. Culinary Delights: Savor authentic Filipino cuisine from 15+ food vendors. Each vendor is tasked to create a menu specifically for Fiesta Filipino. Cultural Exhibits: Explore dozens of exhibitors showcasing Filipino heritage and traditions. Details
September 4 to 7, 2026
Eau Claire Park, Calgary
Free
Family Music Celebration
Step into the National Music Centre’s newest exhibit, PlayLab, for a full weekend of live music, rhythm games, sound effects, and singalongs for all ages! About PlayLab PlayLab is a hands-on sound playground where young visitors can discover how music works. With interactive stations that feature strings, wind, percussion, and electronic instruments, kids experiment with the building blocks of sound—pitch, volume, timbre, and vibration. Pluck a string, strike a drum, blow into an organ, or Details
September 5-6, 2026 | 10:30 am to 4:30 pm
Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre, 850 4 Street SE, Calgary
Free
PlayLab: DIY Sound Factory
In PlayLab, young participants become sound scientists as they create simple DIY instruments like shakers and “sound sandwiches” using everyday materials. Through play and experimentation, kids explore ideas like vibration, rhythm, and volume while turning ordinary materials into instruments they can use right away. Designed for ages 5-9, DIY Sound Factory is all about curiosity, creativity, and discovering how music can be made from almost anything. Details
Saturday, September 5 | 11:30 am to 2:30 pm
Studio Bell, 850 4 Street SE, Calgary
Free
Halloweekends
Join Billy, Roxy and the Boo Crew at Calaway Park this Fall! Take a stroll down Hallo-Street… if you dare! It is a spooktacular good time for the whole family! Details
September 5 to 7, 2026
Calaway Park, 245033 Range Rd. 33, Calgary
Regular Admission
Preview to the ‘Masters’
Labour Day at the ‘Masters’ is your exclusive sneak peek at tournament week! Watch the Lord Strathcona’s Horse (Royal Canadians) Mounted Troop, cheer on the fan-favourite Corgi Races, enjoy the Spruce Meadows Prairie Dogs agility team, watch the Hobby Horse Challenge, and enjoy more performances and demonstrations for all ages. The Kids’ Zone at Spruce Meadows is packed with fun for children of all ages! Enjoy pony rides, arcade games, train rides, bouncy castles, and a chance to meet friendly mini cows and goats. Details
Monday, September 7, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 04:00 PM
Spruce Meadows, 18011 Spruce Meadows Way SW, Calgary
$5.40 +fees
Cochrane Labour Day Parade
Cochrane’s long-standing tradition kicks off the final day of the Cochrane Lions Rodeo Weekend with a Parade. Grab your lawn chairs, claim your spot and enjoy pre-parade entertainment starting at 9am. The parade follows at 10am with a variety of businesses & groups strutting their stuff with eye-catching floats down 1st Street and Railway Street. Details
Monday, September 7th, 2026| Parade starts at 10:00 AM
1st Street and Railway Street., Cochrane
Parade is free
Free and Discounted Admission at Lougheed House
Lougheed House National & Provincial Historic Site (707 13 Ave SW) is the only museum in Calgary to offer the Canada Strong Pass this summer. From June 19 to September 7, children 17 and under enjoy free admission, and young adults aged 18 to 24 receive a 50% discount, making cultural experiences like Lougheed House more accessible than ever. Details
Until September 7, 2026
Lougheed House, 707 13 Ave SW, Calgary
Free to $4.50
Sue: The T.Rex Experience
Meet SUE and step into the world of a T. rex, 67 million years ago. SUE the T. rex is the most complete, best-preserved Tyrannosaurus rex ever found. And this summer, SUE is coming to Calgary. This fearsome fossil is ready to eat, er, meet you. Stand beside SUE’s massive 40-foot skeleton, hear the rumble of a T. rex growl, step into immersive prehistoric worlds, and explore the science of SUE through sight, sound, smell, and touch. This isn’t just a dinosaur exhibition. Details
June 27 – November 29, 2026
Telus Spark, 220 St. George’s Drive NE, Calgary
Regular Admission
The Royal Duck Bounce House
Get ready to bounce into summer. The Royal Duck Bounce Park is bringing giant inflatables, slides, and family fun for all ages. Whether you’re making memories, burning off energy, or planning a fun day out together, this summer adventure is made for kids, families, and anyone ready to play. Important: Anti-slip socks are mandatory to participate. You are welcome to bring your own from home, or you can purchase a pair of our super cute, custom duck socks on-site. Details
July 25 – September 7, 2026
Marlborough Mall -3800 Memorial Dr, Calgary
$28.99/person
Jubilations Junior: How to Train Your Stitch
Lila has made a huge scientific discovery of a strange creature that craves destruction and chaos yet loves to sing and dance to… Elvis music? This strange creature seems uncontrollable, ruining everything for her and getting her in trouble. Can Lila teach the beast how to stop wrecking everything in its path and save herself from getting kicked out? Find out if the creature can be tamed during this wild musical designed especially for kids and families. Details
Saturdays at 11 am
Jubilations Dinner Theatre, 1002 37 Street SW, Calgary
$43.95-46.95
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II. Live Music
GBÈDU: An Afro-Jazz Orchestral Experience
Friday, September 4, 2026 | 7:30 PM
Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre, 850 4 Street SE, Calgary
$45-60
Sonu Nigam
Sonu Nigam is an acclaimed Indian playback singer, composer and performer renowned for his expressive voice, range and versatility across Hindi, Kannada and other languages. Beginning as a child performer, he became one of Bollywood’s defining voices through songs such as “Kal Ho Naa Ho” and “Abhi Mujh Mein Kahin.” His honours include a National Film Award and Padma Shri. Details
Friday, September 04, 2026 | 8:00 PM
WinSport Event Centre, 88 Canada Olympic Road SW, Calgary,
$125 & up
Audien
Audien, the stage name of Connecticut-born producer Nate Rathbun, is a Grammy-nominated electronic artist celebrated for uplifting, melody-driven progressive house. He gained international attention with his remix of Bastille’s “Pompeii” and has released music through leading dance labels. His second album, First Love, blends nostalgia, emotional songwriting and euphoric production while reaffirming his enduring devotion to melodic dance music today. Details
Friday, September 04, 2026 | 9:00 PM
The Palace Theatre, 219 – 8th Ave SW, Calgary
$42.28 & up
Satin Jackets
Satin Jackets is the electronic project of German producer Tim Bernhardt, celebrated for polished nu-disco, Balearic house and sunlit melodies. Launched in 2012, the project gained worldwide attention with “You Make Me Feel Good” before releasing acclaimed albums including Panorama Pacifico and Solar Nights. Bernhardt’s masked performances, elegant production and collaborations create a sophisticated, warmly nostalgic dance-floor experience worldwide today. Details
Friday, September 04, 2026 | 10:00 PM
Common/UNDRGRD, 731 10 Avenue SW, Calgary
$33.36 & up
WayneStock
Nestled in the heart of the Badlands, this little festival bursts with magical musical energy, unforgettable performances, and the kind of atmosphere you can only find in Wayne.
This family-friendly, all-ages festival brings together a mix of music lovers for a laid–back weekend filled with incredible live performances, friendly faces, and unforgettable moments. Details
September 4 to 6, 2026
Last Chance Saloon, 555 Jewell Street, Wayne
$40.95 & up
BRENN! – AMATEUR AT BEST WORLD TOUR
Brenn!, born Brennan Keller, is a Tuscaloosa, Alabama singer-songwriter whose sound mixes folk-pop, Americana and heartland rock with candid coming-of-age storytelling. After gaining attention with “4Runner,” he built a fast-growing, loyal online audience through emotionally direct songs and live performances. In 2026, Brenn! released his 12-track debut album, Amateur at Best, before launching the accompanying Amateur at Best World Tour. Details
Saturday, September 05, 2026 | 6:00 PM
Commonwealth Bar & Stage, 731 10 Avenue SW, Calgary
$36.25 & up
UNDERTALE: The Determination Symphony
UNDERTALE: The Determination Symphony is an unforgettable concert experience featuring the most memorable themes from the hit indie game, newly arranged and performed live by a 25- piece orchestra. With gameplay footage displayed on a screen above the stage, audiences will be fully immersed in the world of UNDERTALE, experiencing its story and music like never before. From the Ruins and Snowdin to Waterfall, Hotland, and finally New Home, the concert brings iconic characters, battles, and emotional moments vividly to life through music. Details
Sunday, September 06, 2026 | 8:00 PM
Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium, 1415 14 Ave. NW, Calgary
$99 & up
Inside the Rolling Stones Mobile Studio — ‘Sticky Fingers’
Liner Notes: Inside the Rolling Stones Mobile Studio is part storytelling tour, part listening session, exploring the legendary albums recorded in the “Sistine Chapel of rock ‘n’ roll.” Step back in time and experience Sticky Fingers as it was recorded through the RSM. Guided by one of the National Music Centre’s talented musician-educators, each tour will highlight a different landmark record from Deep Purple, Fleetwood Mac, The Rolling Stones, Led Zeppelin, and more. Hear the music on vintage equipment, uncover the stories behind the recordings, and enjoy a live interpretation by your guide.Details
Sunday, September 6, 2026 | 2:00 pm
King Eddy, 438 9 Ave SE, Calgary
$45
Deep Dark Woods
With one foot in old school tradition, nearly two decades into their life as one of Canada’s finest folk-roots ensembles, that tradition is now one they’ve invented. A master of subtlety, founding member Ryan Boldt’s highly emotive, nuanced singing has an elegant, relaxed precision that seems effortless, a perfect vehicle for the band’s particular brand of updated folk music Fellow travellers keyboard whiz Geoff Hilhorst, veteran drummer Mike Silverman, and Evan Cheadle round out the Deep Dark Woods unit, often assisted by like-minded roots singer/songwriters. Details
Monday, September 7, 2026 | 8 PM – 11 PM
Festival Hall, 1215 10 Avenue SE, Calgary
$36.60 & up
III. Theatre & Performing Arts
Hadestown: Teen Edition
August 14 to September 6, 2026
Beddington Theatre Arts Centre, 375 Bermuda Drive NW, Calgary
$28 to $38
Rock Around The Clock With Elvis And Friends
Jubilations Dinner Theatre presents… Rock Around the Clock With Elvis and Friends! One, Two, Three O’clock, Four O’clock Rock!” In the 1950’s anytime was a good time for the kids to rock. It is hard now to imagine a time when rock and roll was brand new. When a teenager had a friend who first said, “Hey, listen to this!”. Rock and roll was the most exciting sound that young people had ever heard. It was rowdy, fresh and even a little bit dangerous, according to your parents. Let us take you back there one more time. To the time of Elvis and Buddy Holly… Details
August 15 – October 17, 2026
Jubilations Dinner Theatre, 1002 37 Street SW, Calgary
$48.95-$ 85.95
Jessica Kirson
Jessica’s comedy journey began in the clubs of New York City, where her distinctive voice and unfiltered humour quickly made her an audience favourite. Kirson has since performed on some of the biggest stages in comedy, including multiple appearances on The Tonight Show, The View, HBO’s “Crashing,” and “Kevin Can Wait.” Jessica produced FX’s “Hysterical,” a feature-length documentary exploring the changing landscape of women in stand-up comedy, as well as serving as consultant, producer, and onscreen talent in Robert DeNiro’s “The Comedian.” Details
Friday, September 04, 2026 | 8:00 PM
Grey Eagle Event Centre, 3775 Grey Eagle Drive, Calgary
$39.99 – $69.99 + fees
Unnecessary Farce
Two cops. Three crooks. Eight doors. Go. In a cheap motel room, an embezzling mayor is supposed to meet with his female accountant, while in the room next door, two undercover cops wait to catch the meeting on videotape. In this riotous farce, there’s some confusion as to who’s in which room, who’s being videotaped, who has the money, who hired a hit man and why the accountant keeps taking off her clothes. A laugh-out-loud cocktail of misunderstandings, revelations and unexpected arrivals, Unnecessary Farce creates a crime caper where the long arm of the law will have you rolling in Details
September 4 – November 8, 2026
Stage West Calgary, 727 – 42 Avenue SE, Calgary
$80.95 & up
IV. Sports & Related Events
Cochrane Rodeo
September 4 to 7, 2026
Lions Club Rodeo Grounds, 109 5th ave west – Cochrane
Free – $30
Labour Day Classic: Calgary Stampeders vs. Edmonton Elks
It’s not just a game – it’s the tradition we wait all season for! The tradition. The flyover. The rivalry. Of course, an exciting match on the gridiron is just part of the fun. Brace yourself for a low-altitude flyover by CF-18 Hornet fighter jets. It’s the only event in the city that lets you experience this heart-stirring phenomenon.
We’ll also be saluting the Canadian Armed Forces with pre-game ceremonies. And there’ll be no shortage of tasty eats as you sway to the sound of live music performed by local artists.
Monday, September 07, 2026 | 4:00 PM
McMahon Stadium, 1817 Crowchild Trail NW, Calgary
$37.50 & up
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V. Exhibitions, Festivals & Other Events
Calgary Pride
Join us for 2 days of free events and performances to celebrate our annual Calgary Pride Parade and Festival. The centerpiece of Calgary’s Pride festivities, the Calgary Pride Parade is an energetic celebration of love, acceptance, and inclusion! Snag a spot to see floral floats, music, dancers, and plenty of colour in this bursting display of unity. Details
September 5 & 6, 2026
Pride Parade – Sunday | 11 AM to 12 PM
Various Venues, Calgary
Free
Calgary Vegfest
Saturday, September 5, 2026 | noon to 7pm
Sunalta Community Hall and Hub, 1639 10 Avenue SW, Calgary
$0
Afro Caribbean Festival YYC
Afro Caribbean Festival YYC will showcase the diverse and vibrant cultural attire of people of African descent from various regions of Africa and the Caribbean. Attendees will experience traditional and contemporary outfits, such as Dashikis, Kente cloth, Boubous, Kangas, Djellabas, Madras fabric, and Carnival costumes, each reflecting unique heritage and artistic expression. Details
September 5 & 6, 2026| 10 AM to 8 PM
Lot 6, 311 8 St SW, Calgary
Free
Canmore Highland Games
Get ready to experience Celtic culture over the course of two full days instead of one as Canmore’s Highland Games celebrates its 34th year at Canmore’s Centennial Park. What better way to spend Labour Day weekend than in one of Canada’s most beautiful mountain towns? The Canmore Highland Games originated in 1991, armed with a mandate to foster and encourage its Celtic culture and tradition in all its forms – dance, music and sports – and to establish the Canmore Highland Games as an entertainment/cultural destination event. Details
September 4 to 6, 2026
Centennial Park, 5 Avenue, Canmore
$5 to $30+fees
FRANKENFEST 2026
Welcome to FrankenFest, where the local artists come out to perform a scary good set every night! Attractions are open, bands are killing it, food trucks, and everything else one could need or want, all located on one property. Don’t forget to bring tents or your camper units! This year, they will also have the annual Franken-Fueled Car show as well as a new Monster Motorcycle Mayhem! Sunday just got better! Watch the sky every night as a surprise will ignite the night sky! Fireworks are happening this year! Details
September 4 to 7, 2026
Creepy Hollow, 44046 AB-4, Warner
$5-75
Calgary Night Market
Come for an evening stroll with your friends and family or make it a date night . Chow down on local foods and shop local all night long. Details
Saturday, September 4, 2026 | 5 PM – 10 PM
Bridgeland Riverside Community Association, 917 Centre Ave NE, Calgary
Free
Inglewood Night Market 2026
The Inglewood Night Market is a modern market with locally sourced and handmade vendors selling diverse goods; from handmade crafts to vintage clothing, antiques & collectibles, artisan eats & more! Details
Friday, September 4, 2026 | 5:00 pm – 11:00 pm
10 Ave & 10 Street SE, Calgary
Free
Broken Bottle Resin Art Workshop
Join us for a hands-on, creative workshop where you will transform a broken alcohol bottle into a beautiful, durable piece of resin art. Perfect for preserving a sentimental bottle from a special celebration or simply creating a unique piece of home decor. What you will create: A custom resin art piece featuring shattered glass. A beatiful, glossy,glass-like finish using high quality epoxy resin. Details
Saturday, September 5, 2026 at 7 pm
Cedar Art, 7 Ave NW, Calgary
$64
Markets in the Plaza
Shop Local at Heritage Park’s Calgary Market Nights in the Plaza! Thousands of people come to shop at Heritage Park every year – and now we’re bringing the market to you! Come shop our local vendors, explore the shops in the Plaza, grab a bite to eat and be entertained at Markets in the Plaza! Markets in the Plaza is a pet-friendly event, so make sure you bring your fur baby along for the ride! Details
September 5 & 12 | 12 – 6 pm
Heritage Park Historical Village, 1900 Heritage Dr SW, Calgary
Free
East Village Public Art Experience
Discover the artistic gems of the East Village through a guided walking experience that brings public art to life. Explore a curated selection of vibrant works while uncovering the stories, meaning, and local context behind each piece. The experience concludes with a hands-on opportunity to create your own public art on The Confluence’s free graffiti wall, with all supplies provided. The walking tour covers approximately 3 to 4 km and takes 1.5 hours. Details
Saturday, September 5, 2026| 11 am – 1 pm
The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland, 750 9 Ave SE, Calgary
$35
River Hall Summer Programming
Calgarians can enjoy free, family-friendly programming that brings the heart of the city alive with local flavours, live entertainment and inclusive vibes. Presented by The City of Calgary working with Aire Commune Productions, River Hall transforms a parking lot into a fully programmed urban destination. Ten signature shipping containers house local food and drink vendors offering craft beer, non-alcoholic beverages, cocktails, coffee, fried chicken, ice cream, and vegetarian options. The space features a community stage with live music, DJs, and performances; shaded picnic zones; family-friendly activities; and open sightlines to the Bow River. Details
Friday–Sunday | August 29 – September 28 | 5 – 10pm
River Hall, 311 8 Street S.W., Calgary
Free
Vhalam – Navratri 2026
Rhythm Entertainment proudly presents Vhalam – Navratri with Jigardan Gadhavi Live in Calgary, an unforgettable evening of music, culture, and celebration featuring one of Gujarat’s most loved voices, Jigardan Gadhavi, performing in Calgary for the very first time. At Rhythm Entertainment, our mission is simple: bring something new to Calgary every year. After delivering multiple successful large-scale cultural events attended by thousands across Alberta, we are excited to welcome Jigardan Gadhavi to Calgary for the very first time. Details
Friday, September 4, 2026 | 06:30 PM
Dera Banquet, 2728 Hopewell Pl NE, Calgary
$25
By The Bridge Pop-Up Market
Come shop By the Bridge in Inglewood! We will have 10+ vendors including vintage clothing, jewelry, pottery, home decor, handmade goods, and more! Details
Sunday, September 6th | 11:30AM – 5:00PM
Worn Studio, 915 9 Avenue SE, Calgary
Free
Labour Day Teas at Heritage Park
Treat yourself to a delicious afternoon featuring finger sandwiches, sweet pastries and classic scones—served with your choice of tea or lemonade. It’s the perfect way to enjoy the long weekend with family and friends. Steeped in history, served with a view. Details
Monday, September 7, 2026
11:30 a.m. | 12:00 p.m. | 1:15 p.m. | 1:45 p.m. | 3:00 p.m. | 3:30 p.m.
Heritage Park, 1900 Heritage Dr SW, Calgary
$24.95 – $54.95
Labour Day Fill the Van
Please join Calgary and District Labour Council with your donation and help us fill the van for the Food Banks! Details
Monday, September 7, 2026, from 10 AM to 2 PM
CDLC #321, 3132-26 St NE Calgary
Alberta Culture Days
Alberta Culture Days will feature hundreds of free, hands-on, interactive activities that invite the public to discover their inner artist, experience their heritage, and celebrate what it means to be Albertan. Details
September 1 to 30, 2026
Across Alberta
Free
Bowden SunMaze
Visit Worlds only Certified Organic Sunflower Maze. We are expecting a great selection of flowers along with potatoes, carrots, beets, onions, chard, kale, peas beans, cucumbers & zucchini when we open. Details
Daily until mid-September
The Bowden Sunmaze, 34530 Range Road 14, Bowden, Red Deer County
$8 to $17
Unfamiliar Perspectives: The NWMP and Canada’s Colonial Project Exhibit
Built around archival photographs, sketches, newspaper pages, personal journals and government records, the exhibit will highlight lesser-known stories about the North-West Mounted Police. Unfamiliar Perspectives will run until fall 2026, and will serve as the foundation for a permanent NWMP exhibit that will be developed for Phase 3 of The Confluence’s exhibit overhaul. Details
Until Friday October 9, 2026
The Confluence Historic Site & Parklands, 750 9 Avenue Southeast, Calgary
Free to $40
Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo – Safari Sunday Brunch
Join us for a unique Calgary brunch experience in the heart of Destination Africa. You can enjoy both gourmet and comfort breakfast foods, including a free-flowing chocolate fountain with fresh fruit, eggs benedict with Canadian bacon, a Belgian waffle bar, cooked to order omelettes, and much more! Details
Sundays until November 1, 2026 | 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Calgary Zoo, 210 St. George’s Drive NE, Calgary
$29.95 to $59.95
CTV Country Music Hall and Alberta Slim
Experience Canada’s musical history at VinylCentric with two exciting new exhibits. Meet Alberta Slim, a talented musician whose legacy reached far beyond the stage. Known for his unique career, Alberta Slim owned a circus, trained animals and had a successful business career. Explore the CTV Country Music Hall exhibit, where you will discover the iconic artists, unforgettable stories and defining moments that have helped shape Canadian country music. Details
July 8, 2026 to December 1, 2027
Bankers Hall, 315 8th Avenue SW, Calgary
Free
More To Do
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