8 of the best fall things to do in Calgary for under $30
Changing leaves, pumpkin patches, and crisp autumn air all make fall in Calgary magical, and you don’t have to spend a fortune to enjoy it.
Here are eight ways to enjoy fall this year, all for less than $30.
Butterfield Acres Pumpkin Fest
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What: Take a walk through the farmyard and find the perfect pumpkin at Butterfield Acres. Pumpkin Fest will include visiting the farm animals, fall photo ops, pony rides, tractor-pulled wagon rides, seasonal food and beverages, and the star of the show, pumpkins! You can walk through the pumpkin patch and pick out a pumpkin to purchase.
When: Weekends in October
Where: 254077 Rocky Ridge Rd.
Cost: $19.99 + GST
Granary Road’s Annual Harvest Fair & Pumpkin Hunt
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What: Celebrate the changing of the seasons at Granary Road’s Annual Harvest Fair & Pumpkin Hunt. Your ticket will include an all-access pass, a tractor ride, and your very own pumpkin to take home. There will also be pony rides, a farmer’s market, and seasonal goodies available.Â
When: Sept. 20, 21, 27, 28 and Oct. 4, 5, 11, 12, 2025
Where: 226066 112 St. W – Foothills County
Cost: $27.95
Ghoul’s Night Out at Heritage Park
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What: If you’re in the mood for something spooky, head to Heritage Park for their Ghoul’s Night Out. This event is a family-friendly day at the park with a state-of-the-art light show, classic Halloween characters, kids’ crafts, games, and live entertainment. Something new is coming to the park this year in partnership with Haunted Calgary, the scare zone.Â
When: Oct. 23 to 26, 2025
Where: Heritage Park – 1900 Heritage Dr SW
Cost: $24.95 + GST
Fall Days at Calgary Farmyard
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What: Carve pumpkins, go through the corn maze, pose at the fall-themed photo ops, and enjoy the farm’s regular activities like the petting zoo or the train rides. Seasonal food and beverages will be available for purchase as well. Pumpkins can be purchased for carving.Â
When: Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays starting Sept. 12, 2025
Where: Calgary Farmyard — 284022 Township Rd. 224, Rocky View County
Cost: $24.38 + GST online, or $28.50 at the door
Harvest Lights
What: Calgary Farmyard isn’t just bringing their Fall Days back, because starting on Sept. 12, you can enjoy Calgary Farmyard under the evening sky, illuminated with thousands of lights. You can access all of the regular attractions, making for a mesmerizing, relaxing evening. Take on the corn maze in the dark for the ultimate challenge.
When: Friday and Saturday evenings starting Sept. 12
Where: Calgary Farmyard – 284022 Township Rd. 224, Rocky View County
Cost: $24.38 + GST online, or $28.50 at the door
Pumpkins After Dark
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What: A Calgary favourite, Pumpkins After Dark, returns this year with over 6,000 hand-carved pumpkins. Enjoy lit pumpkin sculptures, fall treats, and the option to buy your own pumpkin.Â
When: Sept. 19 to Oct. 31, 2025
Where: WinSport – 88 Canada Olympic Rd. SW
Cost: $21.59 to $24.68
Take a fall stroll
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What: Wander through Calgary’s parks to catch the leaves changing colours. The city has some incredible parks with lots of green space that turn into a sea of reds, yellows, and oranges every fall. Here’s a list of some of the best locations to go on a walk and take in the beauty of the season changing
Join a ghost tour
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What: You might know that Calgary has some pretty incredible (and spooky) history, and there are a bunch of ghost tours around where you can learn all about it! They are also pretty affordable, and there are even some free tours in the city! So bundle up in your coziest blanket scarf and head out for a chilling evening through some of Calgary’s haunted streets.
When: Various schedules throughout the fall
Where: Various locations around Calgary – you can view the full fall schedule here
Price: $26 – prices can vary depending on the tour
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