Theatre Calgary’s A Christmas Carol 2026: Dates, Tickets & Tips

Theatre Calgary’s A Christmas Carol is the longest-running holiday tradition on a Calgary stage. Geoffrey Simon Brown’s adaptation of the Dickens classic fills the Max Bell Theatre with snow, carols, a terrifying Marley and a Scrooge who finds his heart just in time for Christmas morning.

The 2026 run is November 26 to December 27, 2026 at the Max Bell Theatre in the Werklund Centre (formerly Arts Commons), downtown.

More holiday shows are in our holiday theatre in Calgary guide.

A Christmas Carol 2026: Quick Facts

Tickets

Book through Theatre Calgary’s website or box office. Prices vary by date and seat; weekend evenings and the week before Christmas sell out first, so midweek shows in late November and early December are the easiest to get.

Is It Good for Kids?

Yes, for most school-age kids. It’s a family tradition for a lot of Calgarians, though the ghosts can be spooky for very young children. At two hours with an intermission, it works best for kids around 6 and up.

Getting There and Parking

The Werklund Centre is on Olympic Plaza in the downtown core. The City Hall and Centre Street CTrain stations are a few minutes’ walk away. Nearby parkades fill before evening shows, so leave extra time if you’re driving.

Another Christmas Carol

Want something different? Lunchbox Theatre’s A Christmas Carol Radio Play Live runs December 1 to 24, 2026, at cSPACE in Marda Loop, a shorter take staged as a live 1940s-style radio broadcast.

Make a Night of It

• Market before the show: the Calgary Winter Market at Eau Claire Plaza is a 15-minute walk away.
• Another classic: Alberta Ballet’s The Nutcracker runs December 11 to 24.
• More music: see our Christmas concerts in Calgary.

For the whole season, start with the Calgary Christmas Guide 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is A Christmas Carol at Theatre Calgary in 2026?

November 26 to December 27, 2026.

Where is it?

At the Max Bell Theatre in the Werklund Centre, downtown Calgary.

How long is it?

About two hours, including intermission.

Is it suitable for children?

Yes for most school-age kids, though some scenes may scare very young children.

How do I get tickets?

Through Theatre Calgary’s website or box office.

Related: The Nutcracker in Calgary, Christmas concerts.

Part of: Calgary Christmas Guide 2026 › Holiday Theatre in Calgary 2026