Calgary events in December 2024
Explore December concerts, holiday events, light displays, markets, and New Year's Eve celebrations in Calgary.
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
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 12:00 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
Airdrie Festival Of Lights. Family Fun Night!
Head out to Airdrie for the city’s annual Festival of Lights. A favourite family tradition returns!
Calgary | Nose Creek Park, Airdrie, AB | 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Family / Kids | Free