The Polar Express train ride at Aspen Crossing near Mossleigh runs daily November 20 to December 24, 2026, about an hour from Calgary. What to expect and tips.
The Calgary Hitmen Teddy Bear Toss is listed for Sunday, December 6, 2026 at the Saddledome. In 2025, fans threw 26,828 plush toys for local kids.
Where to buy Christmas decorations in and around Calgary: garden centres’ Christmas shops, gift and card stores, the markets and a year-round Christmas shop in Banff.
The Calgary Christmas & Holiday Market opens at the BMO Centre on Friday, November 13, 2026. What to expect and other markets at Stampede Park.
The Airdrie Christmas Show is listed from November 6 to December 5, 2026. Dates, what to expect and other Christmas markets in and around Airdrie.
Where to get a real Christmas tree in Calgary: tree lots, u-cut farms near the city, cutting your own on public land with a permit, and tree recycling.
Celebrating Ukrainian Christmas in Calgary: Sviat Vechir, the January 7 and December 25 traditions, where to buy kutia and varenyky, and church services.
Hanukkah 2026 in Calgary begins at sundown on Friday, December 4. Public menorah lightings, community events and where to find latkes and sufganiyot.
The best Christmas day trips from Calgary for 2026: Banff’s market and light walk, Millarville, Okotoks, High River’s parade, Airdrie’s lights and Rosebud Theatre.
Where to have a festive afternoon tea in Calgary this Christmas, from historic Lougheed House to hotel high teas and family teas with Mrs. Claus.
Christmas train rides near Calgary: the Heritage Holiday Train, Airdrie’s miniature trains, Aspen Crossing’s Christmas train and the CPKC Holiday Train.
Where to take a horse-drawn sleigh or wagon ride near Calgary this Christmas, from Heritage Park’s wagon rides to sleigh rides at Lake Louise.
Where to ski over Christmas near Calgary: WinSport in the city, Nakiska in Kananaskis, and Norquay, Sunshine and Lake Louise in Banff National Park.
Where to go tobogganing in Calgary over the Christmas break: City-designated sledding hills, WinSport’s tube park, and safety tips for families.
Where to skate in Calgary at Christmas: Prince’s Island lagoon, Bowness Park, the Olympic Oval, Lake Louise and free community rinks, plus safety tips.