Calgary events in December 2024. 🇨🇦 Festivals, concerts, fun things to do, Christmas events, Christmas lights, Boxing Day, New Year's Eve parties

Are you looking for something to do in Calgary? December 2024 events, concerts, fairs, festivals, and best things to do in Calgary

Dec 22 2024

Sun

Canmore Rotary Festival of Trees

Come wander through the magical forest of trees and wreaths inside the Malcolm Hotel. Many locals have made it a tradition to bring their families and visitors to view the spectacularly decorated trees adorning the hotel's main floor hallways.

Calgary | Malcolm Hotel | 6:06 am to 11:59 pm | Family / Kids | Free

Once Upon A Christmas Breakfast Buffet

Ho, ho, ho! Are you ready for a festive feast? Calgarian’s favourite holiday tradition, Once Upon a Christmas Breakfast Buffet, is back and bursting with holiday cheer and flavour!

Calgary | Heritage Park | 9:00 am to 3:00 pm | Food / Drink

Festive Brunch at Safari Lodge

Enjoy a holiday-themed brunch with all the trimmings, including special seasonal décor, festive dishes, delicious desserts, and fun crafts for kids!

Calgary | Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo | 9:00 am to 4:00 pm | Food / Drink

Heritage Park and Bison – A Travelling Exhibit

Experience the Captivating Story of the Bison

Calgary | Gasoline Alley Museum | 10:00 am to 4:00 pm | Family / Kids

Once Upon A Christmas at Heritage Park

Calgary’s Favourite Family Tradition! Step into a winter wonderland and experience the enchanting magic of Christmas at Heritage Park!

Calgary | Heritage Park | 10:00 am to 4:00 pm | Family / Kids

Jubilations Dinner Theatre Junior — Beauty and the Grinch

A production written for kids, and a meal designed with kids in mind! Join us for a fun-filled morning of laughter, music and food!

Calgary | Jubilations Dinner Theatre | 11:00 am to 2:00 pm | Theatre

In Search of Christmas Spirit. Banff’s Christmas Lighting Trail

Discover the wonder of Christmas in Banff National Park this holiday season with In Search of Christmas Spirit

Calgary | Cascade of Time Garden | 4:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Family / Kids | Free

ZOOLIGHTS. Cool nights, warm lights

ZOOLIGHTS, presented by Olympia Trust Company, is set to be BIGGER, BRIGHTER, and BOLDER than ever before!

Calgary | Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo | 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Family / Kids

ZOOLIGHTS. Carve ‘N’ Go

ZOOLIGHTS, presented by Olympia Trust Company, is always a magical night, but you can make it even more memorable with a combo ticket that includes admission and a delicious dinner!

Calgary | Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo | 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Food / Drink

Christmas Lights at Spruce Meadows

Bring the whole family down to Spruce Meadows on weekends, starting December 6, 2024, for their amazing Christmas light display, free for you to enjoy

Calgary | Spruce Meadows | 5:00 pm to 11:00 pm | Family / Kids | Free

Welcome to Lighten UP Calgary

The Best Residential Christmas Light Displays in and around Calgary

Calgary | 5:00 pm to 11:59 pm | Family / Kids | Free

ZOOLIGHTS. Snow Globes

Enjoy your private oasis surrounded by twinkling lights at this one-of-a-kind experience. Snow. Glow. Whoa.

Calgary | Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo, | 5:30 pm to 0:00 am | Family / Kids

38th Annual Lions Festival of Lights

Mayor Gondek will brighten the lights! The Lions’ Festival of Lights is normally the largest free drive-by Christmas light showcase in Calgary

Calgary | Confederation Park | 5:30 pm to 11:59 pm | Family / Kids

Airdrie Festival of Lights

Head out to Airdrie for the city’s annual festival of lights

Calgary | Nose Creek Park, Airdrie, AB | 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Family / Kids | Free

Dec 23 2024

Mon

Canmore Rotary Festival of Trees

Come wander through the magical forest of trees and wreaths inside the Malcolm Hotel. Many locals have made it a tradition to bring their families and visitors to view the spectacularly decorated trees adorning the hotel's main floor hallways.

Calgary | Malcolm Hotel | 6:06 am to 11:59 pm | Family / Kids | Free

Heritage Park and Bison – A Travelling Exhibit

Experience the Captivating Story of the Bison

Calgary | Gasoline Alley Museum | 10:00 am to 4:00 pm | Family / Kids

Jubilations Dinner Theatre Junior — Beauty and the Grinch

A production written for kids, and a meal designed with kids in mind! Join us for a fun-filled morning of laughter, music and food!

Calgary | Jubilations Dinner Theatre | 11:00 am to 2:00 pm | Theatre

In Search of Christmas Spirit. Banff’s Christmas Lighting Trail

Discover the wonder of Christmas in Banff National Park this holiday season with In Search of Christmas Spirit

Calgary | Cascade of Time Garden | 4:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Family / Kids | Free

ZOOLIGHTS. Cool nights, warm lights

ZOOLIGHTS, presented by Olympia Trust Company, is set to be BIGGER, BRIGHTER, and BOLDER than ever before!

Calgary | Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo | 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Family / Kids

ZOOLIGHTS. Carve ‘N’ Go

ZOOLIGHTS, presented by Olympia Trust Company, is always a magical night, but you can make it even more memorable with a combo ticket that includes admission and a delicious dinner!

Calgary | Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo | 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Food / Drink

Christmas Lights at Spruce Meadows

Bring the whole family down to Spruce Meadows on weekends, starting December 6, 2024, for their amazing Christmas light display, free for you to enjoy

Calgary | Spruce Meadows | 5:00 pm to 11:00 pm | Family / Kids | Free

Welcome to Lighten UP Calgary

The Best Residential Christmas Light Displays in and around Calgary

Calgary | 5:00 pm to 11:59 pm | Family / Kids | Free

ZOOLIGHTS. Snow Globes

Enjoy your private oasis surrounded by twinkling lights at this one-of-a-kind experience. Snow. Glow. Whoa.

Calgary | Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo, | 5:30 pm to 0:00 am | Family / Kids

38th Annual Lions Festival of Lights

Mayor Gondek will brighten the lights! The Lions’ Festival of Lights is normally the largest free drive-by Christmas light showcase in Calgary

Calgary | Confederation Park | 5:30 pm to 11:59 pm | Family / Kids

Airdrie Festival of Lights

Head out to Airdrie for the city’s annual festival of lights

Calgary | Nose Creek Park, Airdrie, AB | 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Family / Kids | Free

Dec 24 2024

Tue

Canmore Rotary Festival of Trees

Come wander through the magical forest of trees and wreaths inside the Malcolm Hotel. Many locals have made it a tradition to bring their families and visitors to view the spectacularly decorated trees adorning the hotel's main floor hallways.

Calgary | Malcolm Hotel | 6:06 am to 11:59 pm | Family / Kids | Free

Heritage Park and Bison – A Travelling Exhibit

Experience the Captivating Story of the Bison

Calgary | Gasoline Alley Museum | 10:00 am to 4:00 pm | Family / Kids

In Search of Christmas Spirit. Banff’s Christmas Lighting Trail

Discover the wonder of Christmas in Banff National Park this holiday season with In Search of Christmas Spirit

Calgary | Cascade of Time Garden | 4:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Family / Kids | Free

ZOOLIGHTS. Cool nights, warm lights

ZOOLIGHTS, presented by Olympia Trust Company, is set to be BIGGER, BRIGHTER, and BOLDER than ever before!

Calgary | Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo | 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Family / Kids

ZOOLIGHTS. Carve ‘N’ Go

ZOOLIGHTS, presented by Olympia Trust Company, is always a magical night, but you can make it even more memorable with a combo ticket that includes admission and a delicious dinner!

Calgary | Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo | 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Food / Drink

Christmas Lights at Spruce Meadows

Bring the whole family down to Spruce Meadows on weekends, starting December 6, 2024, for their amazing Christmas light display, free for you to enjoy

Calgary | Spruce Meadows | 5:00 pm to 11:00 pm | Family / Kids | Free

Welcome to Lighten UP Calgary

The Best Residential Christmas Light Displays in and around Calgary

Calgary | 5:00 pm to 11:59 pm | Family / Kids | Free

ZOOLIGHTS. Snow Globes

Enjoy your private oasis surrounded by twinkling lights at this one-of-a-kind experience. Snow. Glow. Whoa.

Calgary | Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo, | 5:30 pm to 0:00 am | Family / Kids

38th Annual Lions Festival of Lights

Mayor Gondek will brighten the lights! The Lions’ Festival of Lights is normally the largest free drive-by Christmas light showcase in Calgary

Calgary | Confederation Park | 5:30 pm to 11:59 pm | Family / Kids

Airdrie Festival of Lights

Head out to Airdrie for the city’s annual festival of lights

Calgary | Nose Creek Park, Airdrie, AB | 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Family / Kids | Free

Dec 26 2024

Thu

Canmore Rotary Festival of Trees

Come wander through the magical forest of trees and wreaths inside the Malcolm Hotel. Many locals have made it a tradition to bring their families and visitors to view the spectacularly decorated trees adorning the hotel's main floor hallways.

Calgary | Malcolm Hotel | 6:06 am to 11:59 pm | Family / Kids | Free

Heritage Park and Bison – A Travelling Exhibit

Experience the Captivating Story of the Bison

Calgary | Gasoline Alley Museum | 10:00 am to 4:00 pm | Family / Kids

In Search of Christmas Spirit. Banff’s Christmas Lighting Trail

Discover the wonder of Christmas in Banff National Park this holiday season with In Search of Christmas Spirit

Calgary | Cascade of Time Garden | 4:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Family / Kids | Free

ZOOLIGHTS. Cool nights, warm lights

ZOOLIGHTS, presented by Olympia Trust Company, is set to be BIGGER, BRIGHTER, and BOLDER than ever before!

Calgary | Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo | 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Family / Kids

ZOOLIGHTS. Carve ‘N’ Go

ZOOLIGHTS, presented by Olympia Trust Company, is always a magical night, but you can make it even more memorable with a combo ticket that includes admission and a delicious dinner!

Calgary | Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo | 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Food / Drink

Welcome to Lighten UP Calgary

The Best Residential Christmas Light Displays in and around Calgary

Calgary | 5:00 pm to 11:59 pm | Family / Kids | Free

ZOOLIGHTS. Snow Globes

Enjoy your private oasis surrounded by twinkling lights at this one-of-a-kind experience. Snow. Glow. Whoa.

Calgary | Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo, | 5:30 pm to 0:00 am | Family / Kids

38th Annual Lions Festival of Lights

Mayor Gondek will brighten the lights! The Lions’ Festival of Lights is normally the largest free drive-by Christmas light showcase in Calgary

Calgary | Confederation Park | 5:30 pm to 11:59 pm | Family / Kids

Airdrie Festival of Lights

Head out to Airdrie for the city’s annual festival of lights

Calgary | Nose Creek Park, Airdrie, AB | 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Family / Kids | Free

Dec 27 2024

Fri

Canmore Rotary Festival of Trees

Come wander through the magical forest of trees and wreaths inside the Malcolm Hotel. Many locals have made it a tradition to bring their families and visitors to view the spectacularly decorated trees adorning the hotel's main floor hallways.

Calgary | Malcolm Hotel | 6:06 am to 11:59 pm | Family / Kids | Free

Heritage Park and Bison – A Travelling Exhibit

Experience the Captivating Story of the Bison

Calgary | Gasoline Alley Museum | 10:00 am to 4:00 pm | Family / Kids

In Search of Christmas Spirit. Banff’s Christmas Lighting Trail

Discover the wonder of Christmas in Banff National Park this holiday season with In Search of Christmas Spirit

Calgary | Cascade of Time Garden | 4:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Family / Kids | Free

ZOOLIGHTS. Cool nights, warm lights

ZOOLIGHTS, presented by Olympia Trust Company, is set to be BIGGER, BRIGHTER, and BOLDER than ever before!

Calgary | Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo | 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Family / Kids

ZOOLIGHTS. Carve ‘N’ Go

ZOOLIGHTS, presented by Olympia Trust Company, is always a magical night, but you can make it even more memorable with a combo ticket that includes admission and a delicious dinner!

Calgary | Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo | 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Food / Drink

Christmas Lights at Spruce Meadows

Bring the whole family down to Spruce Meadows on weekends, starting December 6, 2024, for their amazing Christmas light display, free for you to enjoy

Calgary | Spruce Meadows | 5:00 pm to 11:00 pm | Family / Kids | Free

Welcome to Lighten UP Calgary

The Best Residential Christmas Light Displays in and around Calgary

Calgary | 5:00 pm to 11:59 pm | Family / Kids | Free

ZOOLIGHTS. Snow Globes

Enjoy your private oasis surrounded by twinkling lights at this one-of-a-kind experience. Snow. Glow. Whoa.

Calgary | Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo, | 5:30 pm to 0:00 am | Family / Kids

38th Annual Lions Festival of Lights

Mayor Gondek will brighten the lights! The Lions’ Festival of Lights is normally the largest free drive-by Christmas light showcase in Calgary

Calgary | Confederation Park | 5:30 pm to 11:59 pm | Family / Kids

Airdrie Festival of Lights

Head out to Airdrie for the city’s annual festival of lights

Calgary | Nose Creek Park, Airdrie, AB | 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Family / Kids | Free

Dec 28 2024

Sat

Canmore Rotary Festival of Trees

Come wander through the magical forest of trees and wreaths inside the Malcolm Hotel. Many locals have made it a tradition to bring their families and visitors to view the spectacularly decorated trees adorning the hotel's main floor hallways.

Calgary | Malcolm Hotel | 6:06 am to 11:59 pm | Family / Kids | Free

Heritage Park and Bison – A Travelling Exhibit

Experience the Captivating Story of the Bison

Calgary | Gasoline Alley Museum | 10:00 am to 4:00 pm | Family / Kids

Jubilations Dinner Theatre Junior — Beauty and the Grinch

A production written for kids, and a meal designed with kids in mind! Join us for a fun-filled morning of laughter, music and food!

Calgary | Jubilations Dinner Theatre | 11:00 am to 2:00 pm | Theatre

In Search of Christmas Spirit. Banff’s Christmas Lighting Trail

Discover the wonder of Christmas in Banff National Park this holiday season with In Search of Christmas Spirit

Calgary | Cascade of Time Garden | 4:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Family / Kids | Free

ZOOLIGHTS. Cool nights, warm lights

ZOOLIGHTS, presented by Olympia Trust Company, is set to be BIGGER, BRIGHTER, and BOLDER than ever before!

Calgary | Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo | 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Family / Kids

ZOOLIGHTS. Carve ‘N’ Go

ZOOLIGHTS, presented by Olympia Trust Company, is always a magical night, but you can make it even more memorable with a combo ticket that includes admission and a delicious dinner!

Calgary | Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo | 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Food / Drink

Christmas Lights at Spruce Meadows

Bring the whole family down to Spruce Meadows on weekends, starting December 6, 2024, for their amazing Christmas light display, free for you to enjoy

Calgary | Spruce Meadows | 5:00 pm to 11:00 pm | Family / Kids | Free

Welcome to Lighten UP Calgary

The Best Residential Christmas Light Displays in and around Calgary

Calgary | 5:00 pm to 11:59 pm | Family / Kids | Free

ZOOLIGHTS. Snow Globes

Enjoy your private oasis surrounded by twinkling lights at this one-of-a-kind experience. Snow. Glow. Whoa.

Calgary | Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo, | 5:30 pm to 0:00 am | Family / Kids

38th Annual Lions Festival of Lights

Mayor Gondek will brighten the lights! The Lions’ Festival of Lights is normally the largest free drive-by Christmas light showcase in Calgary

Calgary | Confederation Park | 5:30 pm to 11:59 pm | Family / Kids

Airdrie Festival of Lights

Head out to Airdrie for the city’s annual festival of lights

Calgary | Nose Creek Park, Airdrie, AB | 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Family / Kids | Free

Dec 29 2024

Sun

Canmore Rotary Festival of Trees

Come wander through the magical forest of trees and wreaths inside the Malcolm Hotel. Many locals have made it a tradition to bring their families and visitors to view the spectacularly decorated trees adorning the hotel's main floor hallways.

Calgary | Malcolm Hotel | 6:06 am to 11:59 pm | Family / Kids | Free

Festive Brunch at Safari Lodge

Enjoy a holiday-themed brunch with all the trimmings, including special seasonal décor, festive dishes, delicious desserts, and fun crafts for kids!

Calgary | Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo | 9:00 am to 4:00 pm | Food / Drink

Heritage Park and Bison – A Travelling Exhibit

Experience the Captivating Story of the Bison

Calgary | Gasoline Alley Museum | 10:00 am to 4:00 pm | Family / Kids

Jubilations Dinner Theatre Junior — Beauty and the Grinch

A production written for kids, and a meal designed with kids in mind! Join us for a fun-filled morning of laughter, music and food!

Calgary | Jubilations Dinner Theatre | 11:00 am to 2:00 pm | Theatre

In Search of Christmas Spirit. Banff’s Christmas Lighting Trail

Discover the wonder of Christmas in Banff National Park this holiday season with In Search of Christmas Spirit

Calgary | Cascade of Time Garden | 4:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Family / Kids | Free

ZOOLIGHTS. Cool nights, warm lights

ZOOLIGHTS, presented by Olympia Trust Company, is set to be BIGGER, BRIGHTER, and BOLDER than ever before!

Calgary | Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo | 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Family / Kids

ZOOLIGHTS. Carve ‘N’ Go

ZOOLIGHTS, presented by Olympia Trust Company, is always a magical night, but you can make it even more memorable with a combo ticket that includes admission and a delicious dinner!

Calgary | Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo | 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Food / Drink

Christmas Lights at Spruce Meadows

Bring the whole family down to Spruce Meadows on weekends, starting December 6, 2024, for their amazing Christmas light display, free for you to enjoy

Calgary | Spruce Meadows | 5:00 pm to 11:00 pm | Family / Kids | Free

Welcome to Lighten UP Calgary

The Best Residential Christmas Light Displays in and around Calgary

Calgary | 5:00 pm to 11:59 pm | Family / Kids | Free

ZOOLIGHTS. Snow Globes

Enjoy your private oasis surrounded by twinkling lights at this one-of-a-kind experience. Snow. Glow. Whoa.

Calgary | Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo, | 5:30 pm to 0:00 am | Family / Kids

38th Annual Lions Festival of Lights

Mayor Gondek will brighten the lights! The Lions’ Festival of Lights is normally the largest free drive-by Christmas light showcase in Calgary

Calgary | Confederation Park | 5:30 pm to 11:59 pm | Family / Kids

Airdrie Festival of Lights

Head out to Airdrie for the city’s annual festival of lights

Calgary | Nose Creek Park, Airdrie, AB | 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Family / Kids | Free

Dec 30 2024

Mon

Canmore Rotary Festival of Trees

Come wander through the magical forest of trees and wreaths inside the Malcolm Hotel. Many locals have made it a tradition to bring their families and visitors to view the spectacularly decorated trees adorning the hotel's main floor hallways.

Calgary | Malcolm Hotel | 6:06 am to 11:59 pm | Family / Kids | Free

Jubilations Dinner Theatre Junior — Beauty and the Grinch

A production written for kids, and a meal designed with kids in mind! Join us for a fun-filled morning of laughter, music and food!

Calgary | Jubilations Dinner Theatre | 11:00 am to 2:00 pm | Theatre

In Search of Christmas Spirit. Banff’s Christmas Lighting Trail

Discover the wonder of Christmas in Banff National Park this holiday season with In Search of Christmas Spirit

Calgary | Cascade of Time Garden | 4:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Family / Kids | Free

ZOOLIGHTS. Cool nights, warm lights

ZOOLIGHTS, presented by Olympia Trust Company, is set to be BIGGER, BRIGHTER, and BOLDER than ever before!

Calgary | Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo | 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Family / Kids

ZOOLIGHTS. Carve ‘N’ Go

ZOOLIGHTS, presented by Olympia Trust Company, is always a magical night, but you can make it even more memorable with a combo ticket that includes admission and a delicious dinner!

Calgary | Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo | 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Food / Drink

Welcome to Lighten UP Calgary

The Best Residential Christmas Light Displays in and around Calgary

Calgary | 5:00 pm to 11:59 pm | Family / Kids | Free

ZOOLIGHTS. Snow Globes

Enjoy your private oasis surrounded by twinkling lights at this one-of-a-kind experience. Snow. Glow. Whoa.

Calgary | Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo, | 5:30 pm to 0:00 am | Family / Kids

38th Annual Lions Festival of Lights

Mayor Gondek will brighten the lights! The Lions’ Festival of Lights is normally the largest free drive-by Christmas light showcase in Calgary

Calgary | Confederation Park | 5:30 pm to 11:59 pm | Family / Kids

Airdrie Festival of Lights

Head out to Airdrie for the city’s annual festival of lights

Calgary | Nose Creek Park, Airdrie, AB | 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Family / Kids | Free

Dec 31 2024

Tue

Canmore Rotary Festival of Trees

Come wander through the magical forest of trees and wreaths inside the Malcolm Hotel. Many locals have made it a tradition to bring their families and visitors to view the spectacularly decorated trees adorning the hotel's main floor hallways.

Calgary | Malcolm Hotel | 6:06 am to 11:59 pm | Family / Kids | Free

In Search of Christmas Spirit. Banff’s Christmas Lighting Trail

Discover the wonder of Christmas in Banff National Park this holiday season with In Search of Christmas Spirit

Calgary | Cascade of Time Garden | 4:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Family / Kids | Free

ZOOLIGHTS. Cool nights, warm lights

ZOOLIGHTS, presented by Olympia Trust Company, is set to be BIGGER, BRIGHTER, and BOLDER than ever before!

Calgary | Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo | 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Family / Kids

Welcome to Lighten UP Calgary

The Best Residential Christmas Light Displays in and around Calgary

Calgary | 5:00 pm to 11:59 pm | Family / Kids | Free

38th Annual Lions Festival of Lights

Mayor Gondek will brighten the lights! The Lions’ Festival of Lights is normally the largest free drive-by Christmas light showcase in Calgary

Calgary | Confederation Park | 5:30 pm to 11:59 pm | Family / Kids

Airdrie Festival of Lights

Head out to Airdrie for the city’s annual festival of lights

Calgary | Nose Creek Park, Airdrie, AB | 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Family / Kids | Free

Airdrie Festival Of Lights. Family Skate Night!

Join us from 6 pm - 9 pm, along with your skates, or visit the Skate Shack onsite for free rentals

Calgary | Nose Creek Park, Airdrie, AB | 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Family / Kids | Free