Things To Do in CALGARY THIS WEEK, Nov 27 - Dec 3

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Things to Do This Week

• Christmas Lights Calgary - Holiday Wonder (Nov 31 - Jan 3) Holiday Wonder is Calgary’s newest holiday tradition — an indoor, immersive Christmas festival that brings the season to life like never before.

• LIL Things Market (Nov 27) Join us at the MacEwan Student Centre for a day filled with all your favourite things. Explore a variety of vendors selling unique anime merchandise, adorable art pieces, and cute trinkets.

• Shawn Desman at Jubilee (Nov 27) Shawn Desman is one of Canada’s most iconic pop and R&B artists, with a Platinum-selling album, five Platinum-certified singles, and multiple number one radio hits.

• Winter Local Market at The District (Nov 27) Join Biz Collective YYC and The District at Beltline for a mixed indoor and outdoor night market, bringing together Calgary's local makers and small business supporters! 

• Art Bar Happiness Hour at Canopy Studios (Nov 27) Spend Happiness Hour every Thursday in our cozy art gallery—sip drinks, create for fun, and connect with friends at Canopy Studios. 

• SAIT Movie Fundraiser for the Calgary Humane Society (Back to the Future) (Nov 27) Come join us at The Plaza Theatre for a night of fun and fundraising! We're hosting a movie night to support the Calgary Humane Society.

• Winter Wonderland Paint Along with Lisa Roberts (Nov 27) Join Lisa for a cozy 3-hour paint-along workshop and create your very own winter scene! In this class, you’ll learn how to paint beautiful fir trees and capture the magic of the northern lights in the background. 

• Holiday Succulent Tree Workshop with YYC Plant & Delivery (Nov 27) Get into the festive spirit and design your very own Holiday Succulent Tree! Using a beautiful selection of succulents, you’ll craft a tabletop tree that’s unique to your style.

• ArtistSpeak* – GRIEF (Nov 27) Join us for an evening of conversation, performance, and shared reflection as we explore how creativity can hold space for grief — how art can connect, comfort, and help us process what it means to move forward.

• Gnocchi Masterclass (Nov 27) Learn how to make pillowy ricotta gnocchi with us! Learn the secrets of making light and fluffy Ricotta Gnocchi in this interactive class. 

• Calgary Cinematheque & NMC Present — 100th Anniversary Screening: The Phantom of the Opera (1925) with Live Score (Nov 27) Celebrate the 100th anniversary of the classic 1925 film The Phantom of the Opera, brought to life with a live score performed by Chris Maric on the National Music Centre's Allen Theatre Organ.

• Banff Christmas Market (Nov 28 - 30) is a magical holiday experience that blends the charm of the European market with the breathtaking beauty of the Canadian Rocky Mountains.

• Bearspaw Christmas Market (Nov 28 - 30) Get ready to experience the magic of the season at our Annual Bearspaw Christmas Market! Whether you’re interested in becoming a part of the experience, sponsoring an event, or showcasing your talents, there’s something for everyone.

• International Christmas Market (Nov 28 - 30) Step into a festive wonderland filled with sparkling seasonal décor—perfect for finding unique gifts, savouring holiday cheer, and enjoying the charm of both cozy indoor settings and magical outdoor spaces.

• Home Alone in Concert: Calgary Phil @ Winsport (Nov 28) Kickstart your holiday season with the beloved comedy classic Home Alone, now 35 years young! Featuring renowned composer John Williams' delightful score performed live by your Calgary Phil.

• Inglewood Holiday Night Market (Nov 28 & 29) The Holiday 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! 

• Cozy Community Night Esker Foundation (Nov 28) Hello friends and families! Drop in for an evening of family-focused exhibition tours, fun art-making activities for kids, youth, and adults, free refreshments, and a special one-night-only 15% Community Discount at The Bookshop at Esker. 

• A Christmas Carol kicks off at Theatre Calgary (Nov 28 - Dec 31) On Christmas Eve, Ebenezer Scrooge is taken on a spirited journey into his past, present, and future to show him the errors of his ways, with a chance to be a better man. A beloved family holiday tradition in Calgary, A Christmas Carol is not to be missed. 

• Live Nation Presents: Serena Ryder (Nov 28) Toronto-based vocal powerhouse Serena Ryder is a platinum-selling artist adored by fans, peers and critics alike, in part due to her raw and earnest songwriting, and beautifully electric live performances. 

• Papa Roach at Saddledome (Nov 28) Papa Roach is an American rock band from Vacaville, California. Formed in 1993, they would release two EPs (Potatoes for Christmas and Caca Bonita) and a self-produced album (Old Friends from Young Years) before getting signed to a major label. 

• Black Friday Holiday Art Sip & Shop (Nov 28) Enjoy a cozy shopping experience featuring discounted DIY art kits, a free all-ages Art Buffet, holiday treats, and creative cheer.

• The Strumbellas at The Palace (Nov 28) The Strumbellas bring the Into Dust Tour to The Palace.

• Sailesh the Hypnotist (Nov 28) Come see Sailesh the Hypnotist live and be prepared to be amazed by his mind-bending tricks and hilarious antics! 

• Converge (EDM Concert) (Nov 29) Step inside a night where walls shake, lights ignite, and the crowd moves as one. This is more than a festival—it’s a collision of passion and power, where the pulse of hard dance commands the night and every drop hits harder than the last. 

• Weihnachtsmarkt Christmas Market (Nov 29 - 30) Wander through the beautifully decorated barns and shop from over 130 local artisans and vendors, featuring handmade crafts, baked goods, art, jewelry, home decor, fabric and yarn creations. 

• Changemakers Collective Market (Nov 29) Visit with Santa and his elves from 12-3, get your face painted, and enjoy some festive cheer while shopping the 30+ local, eco-conscious vendors!

• Cosmic Heat at The Grand (Nov 29) COSMIC HEAT is a heels-forward, sci-fi–inspired dance showcase set inside the final broadcast of a fictional reality show from deep space. For one night only, The Grand transforms into the galaxy’s hottest stage—bursting with flair, cosmic attitude, and star-level spectacle. 

• Folsom Prison Revisited at Jubilee (Nov 29) It’s a concert considered to be one of the greatest in music history — Johnny Cash Live At Folsom Prison. 

• MGK Lost Americana Tour at Saddledome (Nov 29) Colson Baker (born April 22, 1990), known professionally as MGK (stylized in all lowercase) and formerly Machine Gun Kelly, is an American rapper, singer, songwriter, producer and actor. The stage name "Machine Gun Kelly" is derived from the nickname of Prohibition-era gangster George Kelly Barnes. 

• Mountain Made Market ~ Holiday Edition - Canmore! (Nov 29) Join us for a festive day with over 50 artists and makers, local food and coffee, and live music from young local talents. Shop jewelry, pottery, candles, skincare, artwork, kids’ art, clothing, and more — all handcrafted in our community. 

• Otie Bakes Home Alone Gingerbread Bakeoff (Nov 29) On November 29, Otie Bakes is hosting a Home Alone Gingerbread House Bake Off in our taproom. You make your best Home-Alone-inspired Gingerbread House and bring it to the taproom on November 29 for a chance to win prizes, including a Panettone Cooking Class with Otie Bakes.

• The District at Beltline's Santa's Jolly Brunch Bash (Nov 29) Start your day with a delightful brunch curated by our six exceptional restaurants, offering a full family-friendly breakfast buffet + hot chocolate bar and chocolate fountain!

• The Tea Party, Headstones & Finger 11: Live In Concert (Nov 29) Three iconic 90's rock bands, one epic rock night! 

• Vend Urban Holiday Market (Nov 29) Over 60 vendors lining the mall, holiday surprises, festive activities for the kiddos, + all the good holiday vibes a market brings! 

• Play With Clay (Nov 29) Come and explore clay as both material and metaphor in spaces of early childhood, discovering it as a medium for reflection and research.

• Winter Market presented by The Historic Firehall (Nov 29) Celebrate the holiday season with a cozy, creative experience where everyone can come together to craft and decorate 3D Christmas figures and ornaments.

• TAZA Under the Stars (Nov 29 - 30) This winter, Taza comes alive with two unique holiday events — each bringing something special to the table. From photos with Santa to workshops, facepainting, a hot chocolate station, and letters to Santa, there’s a little sparkle waiting for everyone.

• The Honky Tonk Market (Nov 29) You're invited to join us for a day of shopping, sipping, and good ol' honky tonk fun with the best local vendors, unique vintage finds, handmade creations, and delicious food and drinks. 

• Punch Needle Workshop (Nov 29) Create your very own mini rug, using the punch needle tool, in this beginner's punch needle workshop. Learn how to set up your space, design your piece, use a punch needling tool, gain tips on punch needling, and complete your piece.

• Secret Impro Show (Nov 29) Improvised comedy shows every Saturday evening!

• Rastafest Showcase Calgary (Nov 29) Join us for the Rastafest Showcase in Calgary! An evening of live music performances celebrating the rhythms and culture of reggae. Experience talented artists bringing vibrant sounds and positive energy to the stage at King Solomon’s Kitchen. Come enjoy great music, good vibes, and a true taste of Caribbean spirit in Calgary. 

• The Barn Market (Nov 30) The Barn Artisan Market has two Christmas Markets taking place on November 30th and December 7th. Come join us at the historic Shawnessy Barn and check out two floors of local vendors, with a brand-new lineup each week! It's twice the holiday shopping, twice the fun!

• Santa Photos at Country Hills Village Shopping Centre (Nov 30) 

  Santa photos are back at Country Hills Village! Join us for digital Santa photos. The man in red will be making a very special appearance for a limited time only.

• WINGS FOR WELLNESS (Nov 30) Two back-to-back spin classes will bring together 200 riders, community leaders, local celebrities and businesses at the Event Centre at Grey Eagle Resort & Casino, raising critical funds for the Mental Health Initiative for Stress and Trauma (MIST) at the University of Calgary. 

• Laugh Loft Stand Up Comedy (Nov 30) Calgary’s favourite curated Sunday night stand-up show, featuring professional comics with TV-quality material and a strict no hate-speech policy.

• Italian Cooking Class: Pizza and Tiramisu Night (Dec 1) Calgary’s most delicious night out! Make pizza & tiramisu from scratch at this Italian cooking class with YDN + Stirring it Up. 

• Wordfest: Wordfestivus (Book Market) (Dec 1) A Book Lover's Holiday Market. 

• Dave Chappelle at Saddledome (Dec 2) Dave Chappelle is an American comedian and actor who was best known for co-creating, writing, and starring in the groundbreaking television sketch comedy program Chappelle’s Show. 

• Giving Tuesday (Dec 2) Join the GivingTuesday movement and reimagine a world built upon shared humanity and generosity.