5 things to do in Calgary today: Thursday, October 18

Oct 18 2018, 1:17 am

The week is quickly drawing to an end, which means that all the fun of the weekend is about to begin!

Get a jump start on the celebrations by heading out into the city this Thursday and checking out any one of these great events.

Fluid Fest

What: Come celebrate the vast spectrum of what dance can truly be! With performances, workshops, artist talks and happenings, you will surely leave inspired to connect, be curious, and be fluid.

When: October 18 to November 3

Time: Various times

Where: Various locations around the city

Tickets: Online, $125 Festival Pass

Witches Wine and Paint

What: This Adults-only event is the perfect way to get you amped up about Halloween! Enjoy a glass of wine (it’s BYOB, BTW) and paint yourself something awesome.

When: Thursday, October 18

Time: 6 pm

Where: Color Me Mine (Kensington) — 334 14th Street NW

Tickets: Available online, $15

Get lost in a corn maze

What: There is no better way to welcome fall then by heading out to one of Calgary’s many corn mazes and enjoying a fun-filled farm adventure. You can’t miss the “Outback Adventure” design at Cobbs Adventure park, along with the Kangaroo Petting Zoo, tractor rides, rope course, and more.

Where: Cobb’s Adventure Park and Calgary Corn Maze and Fun Farm

Queen Extravaganza Performing Queen’s Greatest Hits

What: Enjoy Queen music live in concert with this amazing cover band!

When: Thursday, October 18

Time: 8 pm

Where: Grey Eagle Event Centre –3777 Grey Eagle Drive SW

Tickets: Ticketmaster, 50+

Participate in the 16th Eric Francis Pizza Pigout

What: Join in on devouring over 600 pizzas from various Calgary pizza shops all in the name of the KidsSport Calgary and You Can Play foundations.

When: Thursday, October 18

Time: 5 pm

Where: Cowboys Calgary — 421 12th Avenue SE

Tickets: Available online, $50 for general admission, $100 for VIP

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