Here are the events that will be happening this week in Calgary. Check out the fun and interesting events for January 2026. Every month we spend hours searching for the best Calgary local and fun events for the whole family so that you don’t have to!
Thursday, January 1
+ The Calgary Phil Presents Salute to Vienna New Year’s Concert @ Jack Singer Concert Hall at 2.30pm, Phone: 4035710849; Tickets: $69 to $130
Friday, January 2
+ Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring – In Concert @ Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium, 1415 14 Ave. NW at 7.30pm; Tickets: $86 & up
+MURMUR THEATRE COMPANY LAUNCH (Woyzeck) @ Haus of SpanicArts, 131 6 Ave SW from 8pm – 10pm; Tickets: $19.99CAD-$29.99CAD
Saturday, January 3
+ Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring – In Concert @ Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium, 1415 14 Ave. NW at 1pm and 7pm; Tickets: $86 & up
Sunday, January 4
+Twilight In Concert @ Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium, 1415 14 Ave. NW at 1pm; Tickets :$60 & up
Thursday, January 8
+ Stand up comedy @ Limber Hollow, 4034 4 St SE at 7.30pm, Phone: 4036691608; Tickets : $15 online $20 at the door
+ Paint Nite: Crisp Winter Lake @ Mugs Pub 1330 15th Ave SW from 7pm – 9pm; Tickets: $45
Friday, January 9
+ Candlelight: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons @ Grace Presbyterian Church at 8.30pm; Tickets start from $40
+ Candlelight: Featuring Vivaldi’s Four Seasons & More @ Lantern Community Church at 8.30pm; Tickets start from $38.50
+ CG5: Too Many Songs Canada Tour @ MacEwan Ballroom, 2500 University Drive NW at 6pm; Tickets: $55.95 & up
+ Labyrinth | Movie Nights at The GRAND @ 608 1ST ST SW from 7pm – 8.45pm; Tickets: $15
Saturday, January 10
+ Candlelight : Tribute to Queen and The Beatles @ Grace Presbyterian Church at 8.30pm; Tickets start from $39
+ Candlelight: Tribute to Metallica @ Calgary Central Library at 8.30pm; Tickets start from $49
+ Candlelight : Best of Metal @ Grace Presbyterian Church at 6.30pm; Tickets start from $40
+ Candlelight: The Best of Hans Zimmer @ Calgary Central Library at 6.30pm; Tickets start from $49
+ Southwood Winterfest @ Southwood Community Hall, 11 Sackville Drive SW from 1pm – 4pm, Phone: 4037974739; Free
+ Printmaking Samples Workshop @ Alberta Printmakers, 460 42 Ave SE from 10am – 5pm, Phone: 403-287-1056; Tickets: $135 for an individual
+ Puppet Pop Up – Sock Puppets @ Parkhill Community Centre, 4013 Stanley Rd SW from 1pm – 3pm; Tickets : $5 -$10
+ Whimsical Dreams @ MRU Conservatory and Land’s End Ensemble Presents Whimsical Dreams. Bella Concert Hall, 18 Mt Royal Circle SW at 7.30pm, Phone: 403.440.7770; Tickets : $15 – $30+fees
+ Paint Nite: Winter Cabin Sunrise @ The Canadian Brewhouse – Mahogany 7 Mahogany Plaza SE700 from 2pm – 4pm; Tickets: $45
Sunday, January 11
+ Busch Trio @ Eckhardt-Gramatté Hall, 206 University Ct NW at 7pm, Phone: 403-244-8277; Tickets: $38 to $48
+ Paint Nite: Colorful Soul @ WXYZ Lounge at Aloft Hotel 2359 Banff Trail NW Unit 337 from 6pm – 8pm: Tickets: $45
Tuesday, January 13
+ Ten Minute Play Festival @ Martha Cohen Theatre, 215 8 Ave SE at 7.30pm, Phone: 403-294-9494; Tickets: $25 – $49+fees
Thursday, January 15
+ Men I Trust – Equus Tour @ Men I Trust, a Canadian indie band formed in 2014, has quietly but profoundly left its mark on the music scene. Grey Eagle Event Centre at 8pm; Tickets: $42.85 (Plus applicable taxes & fees)
+ Sofia Kourtesis @ Common/UNDRGRD, 731 10 Ave SW at 9pm; Tickets: $46.68 & up
Friday, January 16
+Candlelight: Tribute to Adele @ Calgary Central Library at 6.30pm; Tickets start from $47
+ The Charms @ Rosedale Community Association Hall, 901 – 11th Ave NW from 7.30pm – 10pm; Tickets: $33.40
+ The Music of Hans Zimmer @ Jack Singer Concert Hall at 7.30pm, Phone: 403-571-0849; Tickets : $32.00 – $105.00
+ TD AMPLIFY Episode 1 @ Unapologetic. Unruly. Alive. Engineered Air Theatre, 234 9 Ave SE at 8pm, Phone: 403-294-7455; Tickets : $10.00
+ Magic After Nightfall @ Prepare to say, “How did he DO that?” at Magic After Nightfall on Friday, January 16. Capitol Hill Community Association is thrilled to host a one-of-a-kind, all-ages illusions and magic spectacular featuring Calgary performer Robert Wong. Capitol Hill Community Association, 1531 21 Ave NW from 6pm – 10pm; Tickets : Tickets are free but required in advance
Saturday, January 17
+Candlelight: A Tribute to Coldplay @ The Lantern Community Church at 6.30pm; Tickets start from $40.50
+ The Music of Hans Zimmer @ Jack Singer Concert Hall at 2.30pm and 7.30pm, Phone: 403-571-0849; Tickets : $32.00 – $105.00
+ The End Of The World Cabaret @ Engineered Air Theatre, 234 9 Ave SE at 7.30pm, Phone: 403-294-7455; Tickets: $25.00 – $49.01
+ Alberta Ballet’s Winter Gala @ Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium, 1415 14 Ave at 7.30pm; Tickets: $56 & up
Sunday, January 18
+ Vivaldi’s Ring of Mystery @ Jack Singer Concert Hall, 205 8 Ave SE at 3pm, Phone: 403-571-0849; Tickets : $40.00 – $45.00
+ Paint with Kittens @ Colour Cafe Kensington, 1414 Kensington Rd NW from 1pm – 3pm, Phone: 403-249-4386; Tickets: $15 + price of chosen pottery
+ Ranchmans The Gift- Ian Tyson Tribute Dinner and Show @ Ranchmans, 9615 Macleod Trail S. Dinner from 5.30pm – 7pm. Show at 7pm; Tickets : $40 – 65
+ Sin & Gin Soiree Cabaret – ‘Cosmic Catastrophe!’ @ Gulbar, 636 10 Ave SW from 7.30pm – 9.30pm, Phone: 4034023296; Tickets : $10-$20
Monday, January 19
+Calgary Flames vs. New Jersey Devils@ Scotiabank Saddledome at 7pm; Tickets: $45 & up
Tuesday, January 20
+Gateway Events Presents Men Without Hats@ Bella Concert Hall at 8pm, Phone: 403.440.7770; Tickets: $66.88
+Jade LeMac – It’s Always At Night Tour@ Commonwealth Bar & Stage, 731 10 AveSW at 7pm; Tickets: $30 & up
+Gateway Events Presents Men Without Hats @ Bella Concert Hall at 8pm, Phone: 403.440.7770 ; Tickets : $66.88
Thursday, January 22
+Dean Lewis: The Epilogue World Tour @ Grey Eagle Event Centre at 7.30pm; Tickets: $49.50 & up+fees
+Shoresy Winter Classic @ Scotiabank Saddledome at 7pm; Tickets: $40 & up
Friday, January 23
+Robbie Burns Day Celebration & Dinner @ Heritage Park Historical Village from 6pm -10pm, Phone: 4036130759; Tickets: $150 – $200 + GST
+Burns Bash Whisky Festival @ Kensington Wine Market, 1257 Kensington Road NW from 7pm -9pm; Tickets : $60
+Candlelight: Tribute to linkin Park @ The Lantern Community Church at 8.30pm; Tickets start from $38.50
+Candlelight: Tribute to Fairuz @ Calgary Central Library at 6.30pm; Tickets start from $42.50
Saturday, January 24
+Flaysher: One More Light@ 438 9 Ave SE from 8.30pm – 10.30pm; Tickets: $30.18
+Miles Zurawell @ The Irish Cultural Society of Calgary, 6452 35 Ave NW at 7.30pm; Tickets: $20 to $25+fees
+Burns Night @ Cornerstone Music Cafe, 139-14919 Deer Ridge Dr SE from 7pm – 9pm; Tickets :$85 per person +fees
+Sarah Jane Scouten @ Crescent Heights Community Hall, 1101 2nd St. N.W. from 7.30pm -11pm, Phone: 844-307-7469; Tickets : $32.09
+Behind The Cut: Wish You Were Here @ Studio Bell, 850 4 Str SE at 1pm, Phone: 4035435115; Tickets start from $16.50
+Miss Rita’s Lucha VaVoom @ WinSport Event Centre, 88 Canada Olympic Road SW at 7.30pm; Tickets: $58 & up
+Blackfoot Fireside Stories with Elder Francis Wolfleg @ The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland, 750 9 Ave SE from 11am -12pm, Phone: 587-288-1406; Tickets: $25 per ticket
+Studio Ghibli inspired Clay Workshop @ Colour Cafe Kensington, 1414 Kensington Rd NW at 7pm, Phone: 403-249-4386; Tickets: $9.95
+Candlelight: Tribute to Metallica @ Calgary Central Library at 8.30pm; Tickets start from $40
+Candlelight: Featuring Mozart, Bach, and Timeless Composers @ Calgary Central Library at 6.30pm; Tickets start from $53
Sunday, January 25
+Intro to Herbal Medicine Workshop @ The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland, 750 9 Ave SE from 1pm -4pm, Phone: 587-288-1406; Tickets : $65
+The Kings Head: Country Jam Night Launch Party @ The Kings Head, 9116 Macleod Trail S from 4.30pm -8.30pm; Free
+The Barn Artisan Market January @ Shawnessy Barn, 224 Shawmeadows Rd SW from 11am -4pm; Free
+Resin Charcuterie Board @Create your own unique masterpiece and enjoy a creative adventure ! Cedar Art, 3130 16 St SW from 4.30pm -6.30pm, Phone: 5878975166; Tickets : $49
What’s Happening this Month in Calgary
+Bob-Sled @ The Palomino Smokehouse and Social Club, 109 7th AVE SW, January 21 -24; Tickets: Festival wristbands provide access to all shows for only $88! Individual shows are $26 each.
+RIBSTONE @ Vertigo Theatre, , 115-9th Ave SE, January 21 -25, Phone: 403-265-4292; Tickets: $30.00 – $37.00
+Calgary RV Adventure Sale & Show @ BMO Centre, 20 Roundup Way SE, January 22 -25; Tickets: $10.00 – $16.00
+It Takes Two: A Symphonic Collaboration @ Jack Singer Concert Hall, January 23 -24, Phone: 403-571-0270 /403-571-0849; Tickets: $35.00 – $100.00
+ 3-Hour Street Art Tour of Calgary with Craft Beer Tastings @ 151 8 Ave SW, January 13- July 11; Tickets: $89.99
+ Lake Louise Moraine Lake JohnstonCanyon fromCalgary/Canmore/Banff @ 209 4 Ave SE, January 12 – July 11; Tickets: $79
+ Yamnuska Wolfdog Sanctuary @ 263156 Range Road 53, Cochrane, T0M 2E0, January 12 – March 7; Tickets start from $23.10
+ High Performance Rodeo @ Celebrating our 40th year, the High Performance Rodeo is an annual festival featuring theatre, dance, comedy, music and so much more. Various Locations, Calgary, January 13 – 31; Tickets : Varies by show
+ Dream Machine @ Through evocative light, hypnotic songs and boundary-bending storytelling, this production transcends traditional theatre and invites you to experience the electric energy and visionary pulse of a cultural revolution. Big Secret Theatre, 225 8 Ave SE at 7.30pm, January 14 – 24, Phone: 403-294-7455; Tickets : $25.00 – $49.01
+ Rare Beauties @ Rare Beauties is a highly theatrical dance piece exploring extreme emotional states and transformation. DJD Dance Centre, 111 12 Ave SE, January 15 – 25, Phone: 4032288185; Tickets : $30-70
+ SWAN? @ Get ready for a wild ride with a raunchy twist on the classic ballet story! Vertigo Studio Theatre, 115 – 9th Ave SE, January 15- 18 at 7.30pm, Phone: 403-294-9494; Tickets : $25.00 – $49.00
+ DOT @ DOT is a surrealist puppet show that takes you on a journey from the molecular to galactic. Contemporary Calgary, 701, 11th Str SW, January 15 – 17 at 7.30pm, Phone: 403-294-7455; Tickets : $25.00 – $49.00
+ Banff Snow Days @ Various Venues, Banff, January 16 – February 8, Free
+ Let It Be Beatles @ Jubilations Dinner Theatre, 1002 37 Str SW, January 17 – March 21, Wednesdays – Saturdays at 6.30 pm. Bonus Shows at 10.15: Tuesday, February 10, and March 10, Phone: 403-249-7799; Tickets : $48.95 – $85.95
+ Monstress @ Vertigo Theatre, 161, 115 – 9th Ave SE, January 17 – February 15, Tuesdays – Fridays at 7.30pm, Saturdays at 2pm & 7.30pm, Sundays at 2pm, Phone: 403-221-3707, 403-221-3708; Tickets: $32.00 – $74.00
+ Shadowlands Exhibition and Opening @ Ambrose University, 150 Ambrose Circle SW, January 17 – May 30, Phone: 587-315-6034; Free
+ Broadway Across Canada Presents Moulin Rouge! The Musical @ Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium, 1415 14th Ave NW, January 6 – 11 | 7.30pm – 10pm, January 10 – 11 | 2pm – 4.30pm; Tickets: $82 & up
+ Calgary Renovation Show @ BMO Centre, Stampede Park, January 9 – 11 at 10am and 12pm; Tickets start from $6.50
+ The Harlem Globetrotters 100 Year Tour @ WinSport Event Centre, 88 Canada Olympic Road SW, January 9th – 7pm. January 10th – 1pm and 6pm; Tickets : $36.75 – $157.50+fees
+ Somnium: The Improvised Dream @ Inspired by a conversation with the audience, this improvised montage goes to places usually only dreams will go. BLOX Arts Centre , 834 11 Ave SW, January 9 – 30; Tickets: Tickets : $10-$15
+ Dirty Rotten Scoundrels @ Pumphouse Theatre, 2140 Pumphouse Ave SW, January 9 – 24 at 2pm and 7.30pm, Phone: 403-294-9494; Tickets : $27.00 – $30.00
+ Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo – Penguin Walk @ Calgary Zoo, January 10 – March 15 at 10.30am; Tickets start from $19.50
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January 1, 2026 – Salute to Vienna New Year’s Concert – at {Jack Singer Concert Hall} This 30th-anniversary performance brings European singers, dancers, and a full orchestra together for a morning of Strauss waltzes and operetta. It’s a bright, elegant way to kick off the new year with a dash of Old World charm. Ticket prices typically range from $50 to $110.
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January 2–3, 2026 – Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring in Concert – at {Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium} Watch the first installment of the epic trilogy on a massive screen while the FILMharmonique Orchestra and Choir perform Howard Shore’s iconic score live. It is an immersive cinematic and musical experience for fans of all ages. Tickets generally start around $60 and go up to $150+.
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January 2, 23, & 30, 2026 – Airdrie Techmation Thunder Hockey – at {Ron Ebbesen Arena, Airdrie} Catch local Junior B hockey action as the Thunder take on rivals like the Okotoks Bisons and Sylvan Lake Wranglers. These games are a staple of community spirit and offer a fast-paced, affordable sporting atmosphere. Admission is usually $10 for adults and $5 for students/seniors.
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January 6–11, 2026 – Moulin Rouge! The Musical – at {Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium} Broadway Across Canada brings the 10-time Tony Award-winning musical to Calgary, featuring a world of glitz, grandeur, and “spectacular spectacular” romance. The show is famous for its mash-ups of over 70 popular songs. Ticket prices vary by seating, typically ranging from $65 to over $200.
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January 13–31, 2026 – High Performance Rodeo (HPR) – at {Various Locations, Downtown Calgary} Calgary’s International Festival of the Arts features bold, avant-garde theatre, dance, comedy, and music across multiple downtown venues. It’s the city’s largest festival of its kind and often includes the popular “10-Minute Play Festival” on Jan 13. Prices vary by show, ranging from $25 to $50 per ticket.
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January 15–25, 2026 – Rare Beauties by Decidedly Jazz Danceworks – at {DJD Dance Centre} Part of the High Performance Rodeo, this theatrical dance piece explores emotion and transformation through powerful jazz choreography and live music. It is a stunning visual and rhythmic performance in an intimate venue. Tickets are generally priced between $30 and $55.
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January 29–31, 2026 – Raiders of the Lost Lemon Mine: Dinner Theatre – at {Twin Cities Saloon, Longview} Located just south of Okotoks, this local dinner theatre production offers a night of comedy and history centered around the legendary Alberta “Lemon Mine” mystery. It’s a great way to experience small-town hospitality and a hearty meal. Tickets usually include dinner and the show, priced around $50–$65.
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January 30 – Feb 16, 2026 – Chinook Blast – at {Eau Claire Plaza & Downtown Calgary} Calgary’s signature mid-winter festival celebrates the “best of the west” with light installations, night markets, outdoor sports, and cultural performances. Most of the outdoor art and light displays are Free, while specific concerts or indoor events within the festival may require paid tickets.
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January 31 – Feb 6, 2026 – Hansel and Gretel (Calgary Opera) – at {Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium} A collaboration between Calgary Opera and the Old Trout Puppet Workshop, this production features handcrafted puppets and soaring voices to tell the classic Grimm fairytale. It is a family-friendly opera with a whimsical, slightly dark visual style. Tickets typically range from $45 to $160.
Calgary Flames Home Games (Scotiabank Saddledome)
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January 3, 2026 – Calgary Flames vs. Nashville Predators – at {Scotiabank Saddledome} Join the “C of Red” for a weekend showdown against the Predators. It’s an excellent opportunity to catch high-intensity NHL action early in the new year. Ticket prices generally start around $32.
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January 5, 2026 – Calgary Flames vs. Seattle Kraken – at {Scotiabank Saddledome} The Flames take on their Pacific Division rivals from Seattle in this Monday night matchup. These games are known for being fast-paced as both teams fight for divisional standing. Tickets can be found for as low as $15.
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January 17, 2026 – Calgary Flames vs. New York Islanders – at {Scotiabank Saddledome} This Saturday afternoon game is perfect for families looking to enjoy a matinee at the rink. Watch the Flames defend home ice against the visiting Eastern Conference team. Tickets typically start at $28.
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January 19, 21, 23, & 25, 2026 – Flames Mid-Month Home Stand – at {Scotiabank Saddledome} The Flames host a series of games against the Devils (Jan 19), Penguins (Jan 21), Capitals (Jan 23), and Ducks (Jan 25). It’s a great stretch to see superstars like Sidney Crosby or Alex Ovechkin visit Calgary. Prices for these marquee matchups range from $16 to $36+.
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January 31, 2026 – Calgary Flames vs. San Jose Sharks – at {Scotiabank Saddledome} Close out the month with a Saturday afternoon tilt against the Sharks. This 2:00 PM start is another fan-favorite for those wanting to hit the Red Mile afterward. Tickets for this game start at approximately $32.
Surrounding Town Events (Cochrane, Canmore, & Okotoks)
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January 2 & 10, 2026 – Cochrane Generals Junior B Hockey – at {SLS Centre, Cochrane} Support local sports as the Generals face off against the Sylvan Lake Wranglers (Jan 2) and the Medicine Hat Cubs (Jan 10). It’s high-energy community hockey in a modern facility. Admission is affordable, usually $10 for adults and $5 for students.
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January 4, 2026 – Festive High Tea at The Malcolm – at {The Malcolm Hotel, Canmore} The final day of the holiday high tea service features delicate finger foods and locally sourced teas in a luxury mountain setting. It is a sophisticated way to wrap up the holiday season with a view of the Three Sisters. Tickets are $34 for adults and $15 for children.
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January 11, 2026 – The Companions in Concert – at {Canmore Brewing Company, Canmore} Enjoy an evening of roots, folk, and blues music featuring local Canmore talent in an intimate brewery setting. Only 70 tickets are available, ensuring a cozy and personal performance atmosphere. Tickets are approximately $18–$20.
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January 24, 2026 – Robbie Burns Dinner and Dance – at {Okotoks Public Library/Community Centre} Celebrate the life and poetry of the Scottish poet with a traditional supper, bagpipes, and highland dancing. This annual event is a staple for the local community to embrace heritage during the winter months. Ticket prices vary but usually range from $50 to $70 (includes dinner).
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January 28 – Feb 1, 2026 – Western Canadian Cross Country Championships – at {Canmore Nordic Centre} Watch top-tier athletes compete in this regional championship at one of the world’s premier Nordic skiing venues. Spectators can enjoy the crisp mountain air while cheering on skiers across various distance events. Attendance for spectators is generally Free, though park user fees may apply for those skiing.
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