September in Calgary
Plan your September in Calgary and make the most of the crisp air and fall weather.
Kensington (Credit: GoCanada/Taylor Burk)
Fill your September with Calgary fun! Cheer on the Stampeders at the Labour Day Classic, immerse yourself at Victoria Park’s Night Light, and grab some popcorn for the Calgary International Film Festival.
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Inglewood Night Market
Visit the heart of Inglewood for a night market filled with community, local artisans, food, and live entertainment.
Where: 10th Ave & 10th St SE
When: September 4 & 11
Labour Day Tea
Enjoy Labour Day tea, a relaxing afternoon with carefully brewed teas and refreshing lemonades, paired with finger sandwiches, scones, and sweet pastries.
Where: Heritage Park
When: September 7
Calgary Stampeders Home Games
Catch the Calgary Stampeders at the Labour Day Classic against Edmonton Elks and the Indigenous Celebration against the Ottawa Redblacks.
Where: McMahon Stadium
When: September 7 & 19
Chinatown Lantern Festival
Join the Chinatown Lantern Festival for an unforgettable evening featuring stunning lantern displays, vibrant local vendors, and delicious eats from the best food trucks around.
Where: Chinatown
When: September 12
Calgary Wild FC Home Games
Watch the Calgary Wild FC take on Halifax Tides and Vancouver Rise at their home games.
Where: McMahon Stadium
When: September 12 & 27
Phil in the Park
Bring a blanket and enjoy a free outdoor concert with the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra, featuring classical hits and songs from stage and screen.
Where: Prince's Island Park
When: September 13
Rocky Mountain Wine & Food Festival
Sip and savour culinary delights at the Rocky Mountain Wine & Food Festival, which brings together an incredible selection of drinks and gourmet food samples.
Where: Spruce Meadows
When: September 18 & 19
Calgary Police Classic
Choose from a Kids Race, 8 km or Half Marathon distance and participate in Run Calgary’s Calgary Police Classic.
Where: Cowboys Park
When: September 19
Alberta Biodiversity Festival
Celebrate Alberta’s rich biodiversity at the Alberta Biodiversity Festival that brings together community exhibitors, interactive displays, giveaways, prize draws, and activities for all.
Where: Bow Habitat Station
When: September 19
Cavalry FC Home Games
Catch the Cavalry FC play on home grounds against Hamilton’s Forge FC and Supra du Québec respectively.
Where: ATCO Field
When: September 19 & 25
Night Light
Immerse yourself into a glowing playground of art, technology, and community and explore a walkable district of wonder at Night Light.
Where: Victoria Park
When: September 24-26
Harvest Haus Calgary
Enjoy Calgary’s own Oktoberfest‑style harvest celebration, Harvest Haus, with craft beer, wines, spirits, hearty cuisine, live oompah bands, DJs, and full Lederhosen flair.
Where: Big Four Roadhouse
When: September 25 & 26
Where’s My Horse?
Step into Calgary’s western culture with CalgaryWalks & Bus Tours and embark on an unforgettable journey through the stories, traditions, and people that shaped the West.
Where: The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland
When: Until September 29
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