Family Fun and Spooktacular Events for Halloween in Calgary
October 31st is creeping up, and Halloween in Calgary is filled with spooky, fun, and family-friendly events that everyone can enjoy! From gentle Halloween activities for the littlest ghouls to spooky adventures for older kids, there’s something for everyone this year. Here’s a list of some of the best family-friendly Halloween events happening around Calgary in 2024.
Family-Friendly Fun for Halloween in Calgary
Pumpkins After Dark
Where: Husky Gardens at WinSport, 88 Canada Olympic Road SW
When: Until Thursday October 31st
Pumpkins After Dark is a magical outdoor Halloween event where over 6,000 hand-carved pumpkins light up the night in stunning displays. Walk through a glowing trail of pumpkin sculptures featuring iconic characters, mythical creatures, and spooky scenes. This family-friendly event also features food trucks, photo opportunities, and live carving demonstrations, making it the perfect Halloween outing for kids of all ages.
Ghouls’ Night Out at Heritage Park
Where: Heritage Park Historical Village, 1900 Heritage Drive SW
When: Thursday Oct. 24 – Sunday Oct. 27
Ghouls’ Night Out at Heritage Park is a not-so-scary Halloween event perfect for families with young children. Kids are invited to come in costume and explore the park’s historic village while enjoying ghost stories, Halloween crafts, and trick-or-treating. There are also spooky performances, sing-alongs, and wagon rides for a fun evening of family-friendly thrills.
ZooBOO
Where: Calgary Zoo, 210 St. George’s Drive NE
When: Saturday October 26–Sunday October 27
Head to the Calgary Zoo for ZooBOO, a Halloween event filled with trick-or-treating stations, spooky-themed games, and interactive animal experiences. Kids are encouraged to wear their costumes as they explore the zoo’s exhibits, learn about the animals, and participate in Halloween activities. It’s a fun and educational way to combine wildlife with Halloween!
ScreamFest at The Grandstand, Stampede Park
Where: Stampede Park, 3 Street SE
When: 10 nights in October from Friday Oct. 11 – Thursday Oct. 31
ScreamFest is Calgary’s largest Halloween event, and it’s packed with haunted houses and creepy attractions. Families with older kids (12+) and teens can explore the milder haunted attractions and enjoy the spooky atmosphere. They say right on the website, “kids who aren’t keen to be scared should NOT attend ScreamFest, even with their favourite Nanna along for support.”
Spooktacular Mini Golf at Monster Mini Golf
Where: Monster Mini Golf, 2020 32 Avenue NE
When: year ’round
Looking for a unique Halloween experience? Head to Monster Mini Golf for a spooktacular mini golf, where kids can play 18 holes of glow-in-the-dark golf surrounded by ghouls, monsters, and spooky decorations. It’s a fun and lighthearted way to celebrate Halloween with the whole family, and there are plenty of arcade games and prizes to enjoy as well. And not just during the spooky season!
Halloween Family Skate
Where: Olympic Oval, University of Calgary, 2500 University Drive NW
When: Sunday Oct. 27
Heads up, Fang-tastic Ghouls and Dreadful Draculas! Glide over to the Oval for an afternoon of skating, fun, and activities that are too cute to spook! Skate on the “Spookiest Ice in the World” from 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m., walk through the Trembling Tunnel to the ice surface, and collect stamps on your scream-worthy stamp card from all the monsters, ghouls, and ghosts on-site. Grab a devilishly delicious bag of treats and enjoy spooky videos and music throughout the day!
Calgary is bursting with Halloween excitement this year, with plenty of spooky and fun-filled events to suit every family’s taste. Whether you’re visiting a pumpkin patch, carving pumpkins, or exploring haunted houses, there’s something for every little (and big!) goblin. So grab your costumes and get ready for a spook-tacular time in Calgary this Halloween season!
