10 things to do in Calgary this weekend

Theatre Calgary presents 'A Christmas Carol' from Nov. 28 to Dec. 31, 2025. (Facebook/Theatre Calgary)

There are plenty of local events and activities to check out in Calgary this weekend.

Here’s a look at just 10 of the many amazing things happening around the city:

A Christmas Carol

• What: Take in the classic tale of Ebenezer Scrooge and his journey through time as Theatre Calgary presents A Christmas Carol.
• When: Nov. 28 to Dec. 31, 2025.
• Where: Theatre Calgary, 220 Ninth Ave. S.E.

Zoolights

• What: Zoolights is a family-friendly event that sees the Calgary Zoo decked out with thousands of sparkly holiday lights. Some days, the event may be cancelled due to cold weather, so be sure to check the Calgary Zoo’s social media before attending.
• When: Until Jan. 4, 2026.
• Where: Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo, 210 St. George’s Dr. N.E.

Spruce Meadows International Christmas Market

• What: Immerse yourself in a festive atmosphere with seasonal décor and shop for holiday gifts at the Spruce Meadows International Christmas Market, which has both indoor and outdoor spaces.
• When: Nov. 28 to 30, 2025.
• Where: Spruce Meadows, 18011 Spruce Meadows Way S.W.

Inglewood Holiday Night Market

• What: The Inglewood Holiday Night Market has dozens of vendors selling everything from handmade crafts and vintage clothing to antiques and collectibles.
• When: Nov. 28 and 29, 2025.
• Where: The Quonset at the Crossroads Market, 1235 26 Ave. S.E.

Hitmen vs. Rebels

• What: The Calgary Hitmen take on the Red Deer Rebels in WHL action at the Saddledome.
• When: 2 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 30, 2025.
• Where: Scotiabank Saddledome, 555 Saddledome Rise S.E.

The Tea Party, Headstones and Finger Eleven

• What: 90s nostalgia! Three iconic rock bands take the stage at the Grey Eagle.
• When: Saturday, Nov. 29 at 7 p.m.
• Where: Grey Eagle Resort and Casino, 3777 Grey Eagle Dr.

Papa Roach and The Used

• What: Papa Roach and The Used perform at the Saddledome.
• When: Friday, Nov. 28 at 7 p.m.
• Where: Scotiabank Saddledome, 555 Saddledome Rise S.E.

MGK

• What: MGK performs at the Saddledome as part of his Lost Americana tour, with special guest Julia Wolf.
• When: Saturday, Nov. 29 at 7 p.m.
• Where: Scotiabank Saddledome, 555 Saddledome Rise S.E.

Pirates of the River Saskatchewan

• What: Jubilations Dinner Theatre Calgary presents Pirates of the River Saskatchewan, a pirate-themed musical romp featuring laughs and adventure.
• When: Until Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026.
• Where: Jubilations Dinner Theatre, 1002 37 St. S.W.

Sister Act

• What: Stage West Calgary presents Sister Act, based on the 1992 Whoopi Goldberg movie, about a woman who, after witnessing a murder, is relocated by police and disguised as a nun.
• When: Until Feb. 1, 2026.
• Where: Stage West, 727 42 Ave. S.E.