11 cute fall dates I want my partner to take me on in Calgary
There’s just under one month left of summer, but with temperatures dropping, we’re thinking about all the ways to get cozy on romantic fall dates in Calgary.
There are tons of fun things to do outdoors, but if you prefer staying warm, we’ve also got some great seasonal date ideas! So get your calendar and start locking in these great date ideas in Calgary soon.
See a show at the theatre
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With temperatures dropping outside, there’s nothing quite like a theatre to cozy up in! This fall, various theatres across Calgary are hosting a bunch of great productions.
For a seasonally relevant showing, Dial M for Murder is running throughout the season at the Max Bell Theatre. There’s nothing like a scary story to make you feel like cuddling up with your special person.
Get lost in a corn maze
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There are tons of corn mazes to enjoy in Alberta, and the Calgary Farmyard is no exception. It boasts more than 35 attractions, but nothing trumps exploring its massive corn maze. Spread out across 11 acres, itāll definitely test your navigational skills, as it is the largest corn maze in southern Alberta.
Enjoy the return of hockey with the Calgary Flames
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You know fall is beginning when the NHL season begins for another year, and whether it’s preseason action or regular season, date night at a Flames game is always a good play. You can check out the team’s schedule online to pick a game (or two) you’d like to take in.
Try new eats at a food festival
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There are so many food festivals happening this fall that would make the perfect date opportunity. The Rocky Mountain Wine and Food Festival is returning this year in October (because what’s more romantic than wine and cheese?!), but we also have our eyes on classics like Oktoberfest in September.
If you want to try something more permanent, we also have a list of the coziest restaurants in YYC here.
Visit a cute bookstore
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Visiting a bookstore can make for a great date! If you haven’t known each other for long, finding out their favourite reads is a great way to get to know your potential person. If you have been dating for a while, you’re probably pretty comfortable sitting together in silence, which makes this the perfect relaxing date idea!
There are a ton of great bookstores around Calgary, but one of our favourites is Slow Burn Books in Marda Loop — it’s a romance-themed bookstore, so it doesn’t get any more date-y than that!
Take a workshop at Plant
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It’s long been discussed that doing new things together can strengthen your bond with your partner. What better way to test out that theory than trying a fun plant-themed workshop together? This is a bonus if you live together because you’ll get some cute new home decor out of it that you’ll (hopefully) both agree on. Perfect for the fall, you can even try a broom-making workshop this year!
Go for a fall walk and brunch
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There are a bunch of great places to go for a fall walk in Calgary, but if you’re looking for a place that will not disappoint, you’ll want to head to Bow Valley Ranche in Fish Creek. It’s always stunning this time of year, and there’s a picturesque pathway lined with old Victorian-style lamps.
If you’re really looking for a treat, the brunch menu is also to die for.
Go somewhere spooky
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Once October rolls around, there will be so many spooky events to choose from. We have a list of the biggest ones that return to the city every year here, including favourites like the Train of Terror and Pumpkins After Dark. Screamfest has already confirmed it will be returning to Calgary this fall with seven haunted houses to explore!
Cuddle some kitties
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Every season is a great season to pet some cats, but there’s something about the cool fall air that makes cuddling with some furry felines even more appealing. It could also be the perfect opportunity to expand your family with a lovable new furball.
The Regal Cat Cafe is the perfect spot to visit, and they make some pretty awesome lattes.
Go on a ghost walk
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An evening stroll is a great date idea, but you can make it even better by throwing in a local ghost walk tour. Hold hands and lean in while listening to all the terrifying history you probably didn’t know about in Calgary.
There are a bunch of ghost walks offered around Calgary, including some free ones by Walk the YYC. You can also check out what is available through Calgary Ghost Walks.
Carve some pumpkins
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Thereās nothing more classic than carving a pumpkin during the lead-up to and especially on Halloween night, is there? Itās equal parts romantic and horror vibes. Will Michael Meyers show up and give you a scare? Letās hope not. So run to the store and grab those pumpkins, throw on a horror movie and get to carving. What a lovely night!