Calgary Attractions

Beetlejuice - Films at the Fort
2023-10-14 14:30 - 16:30 UTC | Fort Calgary
Beetlejuice – Films at the Fort
Our next Films at the Fort series is all about fall Thrills and Chills! Each movie features classic horror films and family Halloween classics.
Every ticket includes popcorn and admission to the interpretive centre. Beverages and additional snacks available for purchase.
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BEETLEJUICE
(Rated PG). Adam and Barbara are a normal couple…who happen to be dead. They have given their precious time to decorate their house and make it their own, but unfortunately a family is moving in, and not quietly. Adam and Barbara try to scare them out, but end up becoming the main attraction to the money making family. They call upon Beetlejuice to help, but Beetlejuice has more in mind than just helping.
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Director
Tim Burton
Writers
Michael McDowell | Larry Wilson | Warren Skaaren
Actors
Alec Baldwin | Geena Davis | Michael Keaton

Ghost Tea
2023-10-14 12:45 - 15:30 | Heritage Park Historical Village, 1900 Heritage Dr. S.W., Calgary, Alberta, T2V 2X3, Canada
Join us for a spooky edition of our Famous 5 afternoon teas! Begin with a 60-minute family-friendly ghost tour through the park’s haunted sites, unraveling tales of unexplained happenings and ghostly sightings. Then, savour tea and treats, creating a truly unforgettable and chilling experience.
TICKET PRICES

Ages 12+: $46.95 plus GST
Ages 3-11: $34.95 plus GST

Dates: Oct. 14, 15, 21, 22
Sittings: 1:45pm, 2:00pm, 3:00pm, 3:30pm
Location: Famous 5 Centre of Canadian Women
Escape Annual Members and Heritage Club Members receive a 10% discount on Ghost Teas!
Ghost Tea Menu
Petit Frightful Finger Sandwiches
House made ghostly gravlax pinwheel with lemon dill cream cheese
Haunted black forest ham with caramelized onion jam and swiss cheese
Terrifying smoked turkey breast with tomato jam
Raspberry jack- o- lantern jam pinwheel

Mummy Wrappings
Petit French Pastries
Oreo cheese cake mouse bites
Menacing monster cookies
Vampire’s kiss chocolate raspberry mousse
Mysterious mini lemon méringue pies
Beastly butter pecan tarts
Dracula’s Delights
Buttermilk and white chocolate skeleton bone scone
Mini boo-nana bread loafs
Heritage Park spread and preserves
Scary seasonal berries
Witches Brew
Freshly brewed tea or Lemonade

Wolf Willow Jewelry Workshop
2023-10-14 10:00 - 15:00 | Fort Calgary
For centuries, Indigenous peoples have used the Wolf Willow for jewelry, medicine, and food. In this workshop, Métis artisan Janis Laboucane will teach you the history, uses, and preparation of the wolf willow bead while you make your own wolf willow bracelet and earrings!
All materials are supplied and yours to take home if you don’t finish your pieces during the workshop.
Bring your own lunch with you or add Spolumbo’s lunch to your ticket purchase for an additional $17 and we’ll deliver it.
Date: Saturday, October 14 | 10 am – 3 pm
Cost: $100
Recommended for: Ages 16 and up
Parking: Paid parking available on site

Spark After Dark: Fear (+18)
2023-10-13 18:00 - 2023-10-14 00:00 | TELUS Spark Science Centre, 220 St. George's Drive NE, Calgary, Alberta, T2E 5T2, Canada
Come to the dark side, there is science over here!
Ever wonder what happens at Spark After Dark? This adult-only event series is filled with evenings of science-tastic programming! Spark After Dark is here with the food, the drinks, the ice cream, the music, and of course, the science! What can you expect from an 18+ night at the science centre?

The entire science centre is open for an adults-only evening of fun!
Enjoy full bar service and sip on a specialty-themed cocktails.
Indulge with in delicious snacks and treats provided by the Spark Eatery, and partners.
Dying to try Astronaut Ice Cream? There’s no better time than the present!
Catch a show in the newly renovated Infinity Dome.

Creepy Tales & Cocktails
2023-10-12 19:00 - 21:00 | Fort Calgary
Have you heard about the murders in Inglewood? Ring in the scary season with a signature cocktail and terrifying tales on a twilight tour through Fort Calgary and surrounding area!
CREEPY TALES & COCKTAILS
When: Thursday, Oct. 12
Time: 7 – 9 pm
Price: $50 (plus online ticketing fees)
Ages: 18+
Enjoy a special signature cocktail to steel your nerves for the scary stories ahead! Tour guides and lovers of creepy tales Natalie Heaton and Zack Beer will guide you through a two-hour walking tour of Fort Calgary and the surrounding land while telling tales of executions, ghosts, and murders. Tickets include the tour and two drinks (both alcoholic and non-alcoholic options are available). Doors open at 6:30 pm.
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Scream - Films at the Fort
2023-10-07 18:30 - 20:30 | Fort Calgary
Scream – Films at the Fort
Our next Films at the Fort series is all about fall Thrills and Chills! Each movie features classic horror films and family Halloween favourites.
Doors open at 6:00 pm, and every ticket includes popcorn and after-hours admission to the interpretive centre.
There will be alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages and snacks available for purchase.
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SCREAM
(Rated R) The sleepy little town of Woodsboro just woke up screaming. There’s a killer in their midst who’s seen a few too many scary movies. Suddenly nobody is safe, as the psychopath stalks victims, taunts them with trivia questions, then rips them to bloody shreds. It could be anybody…
Watch the trailer below:

Director
Wes Craven
Writers
Kevin Williamson
Actors
Neve Campbell | Courteney Cox | David Arquette

Bones of Crows - Films at the Fort
2023-09-30 14:00 - 17:00 | Fort Calgary
Bones of Crows – Films at the Fort
Bones of Crows is our final film in our Films at the Fort: Indigenous Films series. Each movie features Indigenous actors and themes, and are created by Canadian filmmakers.
Every ticket includes popcorn and admission to the interpretive centre. There will be beverages and snacks available for purchase.
As part of our programming for Orange Shirt Day, this screening is free! However, we encourage you to register in advance, as space is limited.
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BONES OF CROWS
(Rated 18A). This psychological drama is told through the eyes of Cree code talker Aline Spears as she survives Canada’s residential school system to continue her family’s generational fight in the face of systemic starvation, racism, and sexual abuse.
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Director
Marie Clements
Writers
Marie Clements
Actors
Grace Dove | Phillip Forest Lewitski | Rémy Girard

Orange Shirt Day at Fort Calgary
2023-09-30 10:00 - 17:00 | Fort Calgary
September 30th is National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day. Both days are intended to honour the children who never returned home and Survivors of residential schools, as well as to recognize the inter-generational impacts of residential schools on individuals, families, and communities.
As part of our ongoing mission of reconciliation and decolonization, Fort Calgary will be offering a variety of free programming all day, including:

Free museum admission
Two walking tours
Family-friendly crafts
An after-hours screening of the film Bones of Crows with guest speaker Michelle Thrush

We highly encourage visitors to our site on this day to come wearing an orange shirt or other orange clothing items, such as scarves, hats, buttons, etc. If you are in need of an orange shirt, we recommend purchasing from the Orange Shirt Society, a non-profit organization that aims to create awareness of the generational impacts of Residential Schools through Orange Shirt Day activities. You can purchase a shirt from their website here.

Kayak to Klemtu - Films at the Fort
2023-09-24 14:00 - 16:00 | Fort Calgary
Kayak to Klemtu – Films at the Fort
Our next Films at the Fort series is focused on Indigenous Films! Each movie features Indigenous actors and themes, and are created by Canadian filmmakers.
Every ticket includes popcorn and after-hours admission to the interpretive centre.
There will be beverages and additional snacks available for purchase.
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KAYAK TO KLEMTU
(Rated PG). 14-year-old Ella is determined to travel the Inside Passage by kayak to testify against a proposed oil pipeline that would bring oil tanker traffic through her homeland waters. Wildlife, weather, the water, and the limitations of her gear are all challenges she’s prepared to face. The biggest challenge is bringing her dysfunctional family along with her.
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Director
Zoe Leigh Hopkins
Writers
Michael Sparaga | Scooter Corkle | Zoe Leigh Hopkins
Actors
Ta’kaiya Blaney | Sonja Bennett | Lorne Cardinal

The Saver - Films at the Fort
2023-09-23 14:00 - 17:00 | Fort Calgary
The Saver – Films at the Fort
Our next Films at the Fort series is focused on Indigenous Films! Each movie features Indigenous actors and themes, and are created by Canadian filmmakers.
Tickets are $12 and includes popcorn and admission to the interpretive centre.
There will be alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages and snacks available for purchase.
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THE SAVER
(Rated 14A). Based on a novel by Edeet Ravel, teenager Fern is determined to assert her independence and avoid following in her mother’s footsteps after her death. While taking over her mother’s work as a house cleaner, Fern finds a book on how to be a millionaire, and decides to follow it’s promise: ‘All you need to do is save’.
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Director
Wiebke von Carolsfeld
Writers
Wiebke von Carolsfeld
Actors
Imajyn Cardinal | Pascale Bussières | Brandon Oakes

Indigenous Science Night: Braiding Science and Community
2023-09-22 18:00 - 23:00 | TELUS Spark Science Centre, 220 St. George's Drive NE, Calgary, Alberta, T2E 5T2, Canada
Come together for Indigenous Science Night: Braiding Science and Community!
On September 22, all ages are invited to another family-friendly Indigenous Science Night at Spark that centres on the craft and science of braiding, and braiding as a teaching method of inclusivity, interweaving of ways of knowing and the strength found in community.
What to expect at this Indigenous Science Night:

Join Elders and Knowledge Keepers to learn and hear stories about braiding and its cultural significance, from hair to sweetgrass, to rope and more.
Learn the basics of Métis finger weaving techniques and start your own woven bracelet.
Enjoy a rope making demonstration from a Blackfoot craftsman.
Hear the unique sounds of Métis fiddle music to get the community in a dancing mood!
Try a taco in a bag from the Spark Eatery!
Jump into family-friendly activities like the Human Knot Challenge and a Hair Braiding Station with fun clip-in colours.
Explore the history of this Land by following the buffalo, human, dog, wolf, and Sasquatch footprints from the entrance to the Brainasium. Along this journey you will encounter artwork from Blackfoot artists Sikapinakii Low Horn, Brendon Many Bears, and Joey Big Snake.
Explore the entire science centre, including the Infinity Dome, the Brainasium Outdoor Park and more.
Learn why there is a hero inside of all of us in Sacred Defenders of the Universe, in the Digital Immersion Gallery.

Orange Shirt Beaded Pin Workshop
2023-09-17 10:00 - 17:00 | Fort Calgary
Orange Shirt Day is an Indigenous-led grassroots commemorative day intended to raise awareness of the individual, family and community inter-generational impacts of residential schools, and to promote the concept of “Every Child Matters” (Orange Shirt Day). Join Métis artisan Janis Laboucane to learn the basics in beading and create your very own Orange Shirt Beaded Pin. All materials are supplied and yours to take home if you don’t finish the pin during the workshop.
Bring your own lunch with you or add Spolumbo’s lunch to your ticket purchase for an additional $17 and we’ll deliver it.
Date: Sunday, September 17 | 10 am – 5 pm
Cost: $100
Recommended for: Ages 16 and up
Parking: Paid parking is available

Boo Crew Costume Party at Calaway Park!
2023-09-16 11:00 - 17:00 | Calaway Park, Calaway Park, 245033 Range Road 33, Calgary, Alberta, T3Z 2E9, Canada
The Boo Crew invites you and your family to the Boo Crew Costume Party! Come dressed to impress in a family friendly costume. Activities and prizes all day long! It is a Halloweekends Boonanza! Open 11am to 5pm on September 16th and 17th. Included with admission to Calaway Park.

Alberta Biodiversity Festival
2023-09-16 10:00 - 16:00 | Bow Habitat Station, 1440-17A Street SE, Calgary, Alberta, T2G 4t9, Canada
Alberta Biodiversity Festival

It’s in our nature
Date: Saturday, September 16, 2023 | Time: 10 AM to 4 PM
From the rainbow trout to burrowing owls and whooping cranes, Alberta’s landscape is filled with rich flora and fauna. Developed in partnership with the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo, Alberta Biodiversity Festival highlights the biodiversity in our province and the actions we can take to protect our diverse ecosystems.
Saturday, September 16, Bow Habitat Station will kick-off the Alberta Biodiversity Festival with a splash of interactive, hands-on games and activities, fish feeding and much more. Featuring 12 special event exhibitors and our event partners at the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo, this community celebration will leave you feeling more connected than ever to Alberta’s unique biodiversity.

Bow Habitat Station will be at the Wilder Institute Calgary Zoo to continue the three-day festival September 22-24.

Featured Activities

Peer into a microscope and zoom your way into the world of mites, aquatic invertebrates, moss, and lichens.
Step into the bat box and create a flappy bat craft to take home!
How do you measure up against the roots of a native prairie plant? Stand tall and see if you can outgrow various prairie plant roots.
Wings, bugs and deer antlers! Run your hands along the pelts, skulls and furs of various Albertan species to challenge your mind-body connection.
Embark on an outdoors scavenger hunt in search of local biodiversity and get involved with citizen-science through iNaturalist.
How can you protect the quality and quantity of our bodies of water? Design a pledge pin – then wear your custom-created symbolic piece with pride!
Collect cool prizes and giveaways including wildflower seeds, native wildflower guides, westslope cutthroat trout pins and much more!

Carnivàle
2023-09-15 19:00 - 23:00 | Alberta
Experience the enchantment of Carnivàle at Calgary’s Heritage Park! As the sun sets, the Park will come alive with mesmerizing street performances by Le Cirque de la Nuit, mystifying fortune tellers and exciting games of attraction. Whether you’re on a romantic date or enjoying a night out with friends, immerse yourself in a whimsical world of thrilling entertainment, nostalgic antique midway rides, gourmet treats and imaginative drinks. And prepare to stay late as this magical night ends with a jaw-dropping grand finale that’s sure to leave you breathless. Get ready for an unforgettable evening under the sparkling lights of Heritage Park!

Calgary Ghost Tours
2023-09-13 19:00 - 20:30 | Heritage Park Historical Village, 1900 Heritage Dr. S.W., Calgary, Alberta, T2V 2X3, Canada
The normally alive and bustling Historical Village becomes eerily quiet and deserted after dark. Enter the gates, if you dare, for Calgary ghost tours through the Park’s darkened streets to discover the ghostly stories that lie within the rich history of its century-old buildings.
TICKET PRICES
$23.95 Plus GST
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Dates
Sept. 13, 20, 27, 28
Oct. 4, 5, 11, 12, 18
Times
7 – 8:30 pm
7:30 – 9 pm
Fall Ghost Tours Additional Information
Meet up spot is outside at the Gazebo at the Engineered Air Plaza in Heritage Plaza, located in front of Gasoline Alley Museum.
Calgary ghost tours take place throughout the Historical Village.
Participants must be 16+ years old to go on ghost tours.
Each ghost tour is 90 minutes long.
On Calgary ghost tours of haunted places in Heritage Park, you’ll get an exclusive opportunity to walk through the Livingstone House after-hours.
All tickets to Calgary ghost tours come with a 10% discount to The Selkirk, so come early for dinner before embarking on your tour to uncover haunted places in Calgary at Heritage Park and stories of otherworldly encounters, spine-tingling history and some memorable manifestations! The discount is valid for the night of the event only.
Calgary Ghost Tours Frequently Asked Questions
Where do I park, and is it included?
Please park in our main parking lot. Parking is $3 in the evening. Parking kiosks are located in the middle of the parking lot and in Heritage Town Square. If you’re an Escape Annual Membership holder, parking at Heritage Park is free!
Are tickets final sale?
All tickets to ghost tours are final sale.
Can I combine the 10% Selkirk discount with any other discounts or coupons?
The 10% discount to the Selkirk offered with ghost tours cannot be combined with any other offers.
What should I wear on the tour?
Please wear comfortable walking shoes and dress for the weather, as the tours are 90 minutes long and cover a wide variety of terrain within the Historical Village, including gravel roads and boardwalks.
How does purchasing a ticket support Heritage Park?
As a registered charity, all proceeds from ghost tours will allow Heritage Park to continue engaging audiences with immersive experiences and shared stories of Western Canada’s diverse culture and heritage. To donate to Heritage Park, click here.

Rosie - Films at the Fort
2023-09-10 14:00 - 16:00 | Fort Calgary
Rosie – Films at the Fort
Our next Films at the Fort series is focused on Indigenous Films! Each movie features Indigenous actors and themes, and are created by Canadian filmmakers.
Every ticket includes popcorn and after-hours admission to the interpretive centre.
There will be beverages and additional snacks available for purchase.
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ROSIE
(Rated PG). After her mother’s sudden death leaves her orphaned, a young Indigenous girl named Rosie is forced to live with her reluctant, street-smart, Francophone Aunty Fred and learns about the value of chosen family from Fred and her two-spirit friends.
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Director
Gail Maurice
Writers
Gail Maurice
Actors
Melanie Bray | Keris Hope Hill | Constant Bernard

Night Raiders - Films at the Fort
2023-09-09 18:30 - 20:30 | Fort Calgary
Night Raiders- Films at the Fort
Our next Films at the Fort series is focused on Indigenous Films! Each movie features Indigenous actors and themes, and are created by Canadian filmmakers.
Doors open at 6:00 pm, and every ticket includes popcorn and after-hours admission to the interpretive centre.
There will be alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages and snacks available for purchase.
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NIGHT RAIDERS
(Rated 14A). Set in a dystopian version of Canada in the year 2044, a Cree woman named Niska joins a resistance movement against the military government in order to save her daughter from a state-run institution.
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Director
Danis Goulet
Writers
Danis Goulet
Actors
Elle-Máijá Tailfeathers | Brooklyn Letexier-Hart | Alex Tarrant

Queer History Walking Tour
2023-09-09 14:00 - 15:00 | Fort Calgary
In honour of Pride Month, we’re excited to be running a fantastic walking tour on the beautiful Fort Calgary grounds.
QUEER HISTORY WALKING TOUR
When: Saturday, September 9
Time: 2–3 pm
Price: $10 (walking tour only – access to the museum requires additional admission)
Ages: 16 and up due to discussion of mature topics
Description: How was gender and sexuality constructed in early Calgary and Canada? This one-hour outdoor walking tour explores the impact of militarism and cowboys on gender and sexuality, and highlights those who broke the boundaries of society to explore their own path. The walk will run rain or shine, so come dressed for the weather.
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Halloweekends at Calaway Park
2023-09-09 11:00 - 17:00 | Calaway Park, Calaway Park, 245033 Range Road 33, Calgary, Alberta, T3Z 2E9, Canada
Join the Boo Crew at Calaway Park this Fall! Stroll through Hallotown… if you dare! Is it scary? No, it’s friendly! Dress up as your favorite family friendly character and enjoy a day of Fall fun! It’s a spooktacular good time for the whole family! Open Saturdays, Sundays, and Holiday Monday from 11am to 5pm from September 9th to October 9th.

Railway Days
2023-09-09 10:00 - 17:00 | Heritage Park Historical Village, 1900 Heritage Dr. S.W., Calgary, Alberta, T2V 2X3, Canada
All aboard for Railway Days! This is your chance to see trains, ride trains, and discover everything you wanted to know about trains! Experience the thrill of riding authentic steam train, explore fascinating exhibits, and embark on interactive adventures for the whole family. Get ready for the ultimate railway extravaganza!
Railway Days is the perfect outing for families, friends, and train enthusiasts alike. It’s a chance to immerse yourself in the world of trains, witness the grandeur of these majestic machines up close, and create lasting memories with your loved ones.
So mark your calendars and get ready for the ultimate railway extravaganza! Whether you have a passion for trains or are simply looking for an exciting and educational outing, Railway Days is an event not to be missed. All aboard for an unforgettable journey into the fascinating world of trains!

Programming

Double-Headed Steam Train: marvel at the impressive sight of not one but two powerful steam locomotives working together to pull historic passenger cars through the park’s scenic railway tracks.
Turntable Demonstration: catch a rare glimpse of the turntable in action.
Engine Cab Tours
Steam Crane Interpretation: discover how steam-powered cranes were utilized in railway yards for lifting heavy loads with precision and efficiency.
Speeder Demonstration (weather permitting)
Handcar Rides (weather permitting): hop on a handcar and experience the unique sensation of manually operating this historic railway maintenance vehicle.
Taking on Water at the Water Tower Demonstration: Learn about the process of replenishing the steam locomotive’s water supply at the water tower, a fundamental task in the era of steam trains.
Rail Pavilion Featuring Model Train Displays
Kid’s Railway Challenge: engage your children in interactive activities designed just for them, providing an exciting and educational experience. They even have the chance to win a special prize pack!
Hobo Camp
CPKC RailSense Booth
Telegraphy Demonstrations: step into the world of communication before smartphones and experience the magic of sending telegrams from station to station.

Labour Day Tea
2023-09-04 11:30 - 15:30 | Heritage Park Historical Village, 1900 Heritage Dr. S.W., Calgary, Alberta, T2V 2X3, Canada
Join us for a charming celebration of tradition and flavors, where timeless elegance meets culinary excellence at Heritage Park’s Labour Day Tea. Come and enjoy petit finger sandwiches, our favourite treats from the Alberta Bakery and buttermilk scones with your freshly brewed cup of tea!

TICKET PRICES
Ages 12+: $45.95 plus GST
Ages 3-11: $28.95 plus GST
To book your seat, call Guest Services at 403.268.8500

Sittings: 11:30 am, 12pm, 1:15pm, 1:45pm, 3pm and 3:30 pm
Location: Famous 5 Centre of Canadian Women

Important Additional Information
Admission to the Historical Village is included with tickets.
Escape Annual Members and Heritage Club Members receive a 10% discount on Labour Day Tea!

Labour Day Tea Menu
Petit Finger Sandwiches
Smoked turkey breast with pear chutney
Montreal smoked meat with honey Dijon spread
Fleur de latte mousse with smoked olive tapenade
Prosciutto pinwheel with basil cream cheese

Petit Pastries
Mini apple cinnamon pie
Crème fraiche cheese cake mousse
Lemon short bread, Petit four

Buttermilk and Current Scones
Clotted cream and preserves
Fresh berries

Drinks
Freshly Brewed Tea
Lemonade

Prey - Screening & Talk
2023-08-26 19:00 - 22:30 | Fort Calgary
Prey – Films at the Fort
This summer, we’re showing our Shot in Alberta film series that offers a modern take on the western genre. Prey is the last film in the Shot in Alberta series, but we will have more Films at the Fort in store in the future!
Doors open at 6:30 pm, and the screening kicks off with a brief talk from an expert relating to the film’s subject matter. Every ticket includes popcorn and after-hours admission to the interpretive centre.
There will be alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages and snacks available for purchase.
PREY
In this highly-acclaimed prequel to the first four Predator films, a Comanche warrior named Naru sets out to defend her people from the alien Predator threatening her camp. This film has made history by being the first film dubbed in Comanche and the first time a film has premiered in a Native language alongside the English version. The screening of Prey at Fort Calgary is also one of the first times it has ever been shown in theatres!
Director
Dan Trachtenberg
Writers
Patrick Aison | Dan Trachtenberg | Jim Thomas
Actors
Amber Midthunder | Dakota Beavers | Dane DiLiegro
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Paint the Night Pink (18+)
2023-08-25 18:00 - 2023-08-26 00:00 | TELUS Spark Science Centre, 220 St. George's Drive NE, Calgary, Alberta, T2E 5T2, Canada
Feel the glamour and Paint the Night Pink (18+)!
On August 25, Spark is getting fabulous to celebrate all things pink pink isn’t just a colour, it’s a way of life! Dress in your best #barbiecore inspired outfit to play and learn in the newest exhibition at Spark called Barbie: A Cultural Icon. Plus, dance the night away, sip on themed cocktails, get your hair done at the Blow Out Bar, sing your heart out during diva karaoke, cheer on your favourite local drag performers, explore the science centre and so much more!
Here’s what you can expect while living the dream during Paint the Night Pink:

Check-out the star of the night Barbie: A Cultural Icon Exhibition created by the doll giant’s themselves, Mattel!
Snap your next viral pic in one of the many themed photo-ops featuring gigantic props, to really make you feel like a doll.
Get a dry-hair blow-out by the girlies from Painted Pretty.
Then, strut your stuff down the runway and show off your #barbiecore inspired look for the evening, you could even win tickets to the next Spark After Dark!
Cheer on the real life dolls during the Drag Show with artists like Queen Valerie Hunt, Misty Meadows and more.
Dance the night away under the neon lights to the tunes of DJ Sonidef.
Party it up with performers from Cirque de la Nuit and some real life Barbies!
Learn from industry experts on topics like body positivity and why imaginative play is important.
Sip and snack on themed cocktails and snacks, and yes, they are real.
Plus so much more pink-tastic fun, you won’t want to miss!

Date: August 25, 2023
Time: 6:00 PM to midnight
Tickets: General Admission is $35
This event is not included with a Spark Membership.

Drag Dinner
2023-08-25 18:00 - 22:00 | Wilder Institute’s Calgary Zoo, 210 St. George’s Drive NE, Calgary, Alberta, T2E 7V6, Canada
A dinner extravaganza at the zoo
Get ready to unleash your inner diva and sashay your way to a night of unforgettable fun. Drag your crew or your hot date to the wildest dining experience in town, where tasty treats and fierce performances collide.
Show your pride and enjoy a drag show hosted by the talented Nada Nuff. You’ll enjoy a delicious spread from the zoo’s award-winning culinary team and performances from talent at HireHeelsYYC. But hold onto your feathered boas – your ticket also includes admission starting at 1:00 p.m. so you can enjoy a whole day of fun.
There are a limited number of VIP tickets available. VIP guests will enjoy seating that gives an up close and personal experience with the glamour and glitz, and a complimentary cocktail or mocktail.
Hosted by: Nada Nuff
Performances by: Farrah Nuff, King Neptune, Just Ella and Tangerine Dream

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Honey Bee Hive Tours
2023-08-21 18:00 - 20:00 | Heritage Park Historical Village, 1900 Heritage Dr. S.W., Calgary, Alberta, T2V 2X3, Canada
Don your beekeeping suit and venture into a live beehive in the Historical Village to explore the colours and textures of fresh honeycombs, uncover the captivating lives of honey bees and take home your own honeycomb piece as a unique souvenir. Get your tickets today and come experience Calgary’s best hive tour!
Where: Millarville Ranchers’ Hall and outdoor pen adjacent to the Livingstone House
Important Additional Booking Information

All tickets are final sale unless the event is cancelled by Heritage Park.
For ages 10 and up, minors must be accompanied by an adult. For every two minors, one adult must accompany them.
Dress in comfortable closed-toe walking shoes, long pants and wear a hat. Please bring a water bottle.
Beekeeping suits will be provided.
Parking will be in parking lot beside Millarville Ranchers’ Hall.

Locked Zoo: Deserts Decoded
2023-08-17 17:00 - 21:00 | Wilder Institute’s Calgary Zoo, 210 St. George’s Drive NE, Calgary, Alberta, T2E 7V6, Canada
Locked Zoo: Deserts Decoded (18+)
Get ready to embark on an epic adventure at Locked Zoo! This exhilarating two-hour escape game will take you on a wild journey through the zoo after hours. You’ll be challenged to use your wits, think creatively and work with your team to solve an intricate series of puzzles that bring animal conservation to life!
Your team will explore select areas of the zoo to find the clues, solve the puzzles and save the day. You’ll also see plenty of animals along the way, without all the crowds. Beverages (including adult ones) will be available for purchase, and you can pre-order a delicious dinner box closer to the event date. Best of all, there’s no need to rush – the challenge is not timed, so you can take your time and enjoy the experience at your own leisure.
Here’s what to expect for this massive escape experience:
When: Thursday, August 17, 2023
Time(s):The first timed ticket entry is from 5:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.; the last timed ticket entry is from 6:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. The game runs until 9:00 p.m.
Ticket Price: $45 + GST
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FOCUSED
2023-08-15 18:00 - 20:00 | Wilder Institute’s Calgary Zoo, 210 St. George’s Drive NE, Calgary, Alberta, T2E 7V6, Canada
Calling all photographers!
Shutterbugs (ages 16+) will have exclusive access to Destination Africa from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. to capture stunning photographs of iconic wildlife from lemurs to western lowland gorillas and everything in between. Capture striking photographs of the animals and the zoo grounds without the crowds.
Photographers of all skill levels are welcome. The zoo’s Animal Care, Health & Welfare team is excited to share their passion for the animals they love and care for with our FOCUSED ticket holders. They will be creating some special enrichment and feeding opportunities for you to photograph. Your ticket includes admission starting at 1:00 p.m. so feel free to explore the rest of the zoo grounds before your exclusive access to Destination Africa.
When: Tuesday, August 15th, 2023
Where: Destination Africa
Time: 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. (includes day admission starting at 1:00 p.m.)
Ticket Pricing:

Member Price*: $30 + GST (*Engage and Inspire members only)
Non-Member Price: $50 + GST (includes day admission)

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Unforgiven - Screening & Talk
2023-08-12 19:00 - 22:30 | Fort Calgary
Unforgiven – Films at the Fort
This summer, we’re showing our Shot in Alberta film series that offers a modern take on the western genre. Tickets for Prey, playing August 26 at 7 pm, are on sale now!
Doors open at 6:30 pm, and the screening kicks off with a brief talk from an expert relating to the film’s subject matter. Every ticket includes popcorn and after-hours admission to the interpretive centre.
There will be alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages and snacks available for purchase.
UNFORGIVEN
From acclaimed Academy Award-winning actor and director Clint Eastwood comes Unforgiven, a western film that shows us there’s no such thing as black-and-white in any time, only shades of grey. A retired gunslinger reluctantly takes on one last job with the help of his old partner and a young man, drawn in by the large bounty. When blood demands blood, the question is asked: who is the hero, and who is the villain?
Director
Clint Eastwood
Writer
David Webb Peoples
Actors
Clint Eastwood | Gene Hackman | Morgan Freeman | Richard Harris
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Spark After Dark: So Robot
2023-08-11 18:00 - 2023-08-12 00:00 | TELUS Spark Science Centre, 220 St. George's Drive NE, Calgary, Alberta, T2E 5T2, Canada
Get plugged into robots and technology at the hot-bot summer edition of Spark After Dark!
On August 11, Spark transforms into a super-robo adults-only party! From 6:00 PM to midnight, Spark is the place to plug-in, feel the electricity, get recharged and take a byte out of science! Experience technology at the best science party around, with a feature cocktail, tech-infused experiences, talks from industry experts and (of course) LOTS of robots.
What can you expect from an 18+ night at the science centre?

The entire science centre is open for adults only!
Get crazy with the Kilobots and watch the robotic competitors of the Kilobots Canadian National Championships.
Learn about technology, robotics and engineering from industry experts.
Feel the solar power with the University of Calgary Solar Car, as well dancing vehicles from Tesla.
Discover the possibilities of technology and watch a robot create art in the Creative Kids Museum.
Stand up to a life-size robot from the University of Calgary’s Robotarium Lab.
Feel all of those algo-rhythms on the dance floor with music from a live DJ.
Enjoy full-service bars, the night’s feature cocktail and out-of-this-world treats from Astronaut Ice Cream café.
