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October 3–4Free admission

Colossal Carve

Watch giant pumpkins become works of art, with pumpkin decorating, a Golden Gourd Hunt and live entertainment.

Time

11 AM–3 PM both days

Where

Calgary Farmers’ Market · West on Saturday, South on Sunday

Address

West: 25 Greenbriar Dr NW · South: 510 77 Ave SE

For

Family-friendly

Plan

No advance-registration instructions published; check organizer details

Helpful tip: Saturday is at the West market; Sunday is at the South market. Choose the correct location.

Official Colossal Carve details ↗

October 3Free admission on Level 1

PlayLab: Rhythm Playground

Make beats and explore patterns together using boomwhackers, djembes and wooden spoons.

Time

Drop in 11:30 AM–2:30 PM

Where

Studio Bell · Level 1

Address

850 4 St SE, Calgary

For

Designed for ages 4–12

Plan

Drop-in

Helpful tip: Come for a few minutes or stay awhile. Free admission applies to Level 1, not the entire museum.

Official PlayLab details ↗

October 3–4$45 + GST online, ages 3+ · ages 2 and under free

Calaway Park Halloweekends

Enjoy family-friendly Halloween decorations, characters and amusement-park rides.

Time

11 AM–5 PM

Where

Calaway Park

Address

245033 Range Road 33, Calgary

For

Friendly Halloween fun for families; ride restrictions apply

Plan

Purchase a 2026 admission ticket or use a valid season pass

Helpful tip: Costumes are welcome. The 3:30 PM parade runs Saturday, weather permitting; no parade on Sunday, October 4.

Official Halloweekends details ↗

Tickets & prices ↗

October 2–4$25.95 + GST online, ages 3+ · ages 2 and under free

Calgary Farmyard: Fall Days & Harvest Lights

Explore the corn maze and farm attractions by day, or visit for Harvest Lights on Friday and Saturday evenings.

Time

Fri–Sat 10 AM–9:30 PM · Sun 10 AM–5 PM

Where

Calgary Farmyard

Address

284022 Township Road 224, Rocky View County

For

Family activities; attraction restrictions apply

Plan

Buy a dated admission ticket; confirm availability at checkout

Helpful tip: Bring a flashlight for the maze after dark. Some activities, including mining, construction and paintball, cost extra.

Official Farmyard hours & prices ↗

Book tickets ↗

October 3Ages 16+: $60 · ages 3–15: $40 · under 3: free

Wild Walk at the Calgary Zoo

Join a conservation walk with animal enrichment moments, breakfast and an after-party. Full-day zoo admission is included.

Time

9 AM–noon · check-in from 8:30 AM

Where

Wilder Institute / Calgary Zoo · North Entrance

Address

210 St. George’s Dr NE, Calgary

For

All ages

Plan

Advance event registration required; register young children too

Helpful tip: Parking is $14 extra. Enter through the North Entrance and wear weather-appropriate layers and walking shoes.

Official Wild Walk details ↗

Registration & prices ↗

October 3Admission by donation · purchases extra

Millarville Farmers’ Market

Browse local produce, baking and artisan vendors at a Saturday market in the foothills.

Time

9 AM–2 PM

Where

Millarville Racing & Agricultural Society

Address

306097 192 St W, Millarville

For

No age guidance specified by organizer

Plan

Advance-registration requirement not published; check organizer details

Helpful tip: Bring reusable bags, a wagon and an umbrella. Dogs are not permitted in the market.

Official market dates & hours ↗

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Outdoor schedules can change because of weather. Confirm details with the organizer before leaving home.