The essential guide to Calgary's most exciting fall food and drink festivals
Fall officially kicks off on Sept. 22. With falling leaves, darker nights, and colder temperatures on the way, luckily, there are also some noteworthy food and drink festivals taking place in Calgary to carry us through.
If you’re looking to get your calendar organized for the months ahead, here is your essential guide to the best food and drink festivals heading to YYC over the fall season.
YYC Pizza Fest
Calgary’s annual celebration of all things pizza is returning to the city this fall. Throughout the 17-day event, local eateries and pizzerias will create unique pies to compete in categories, including the Top Rated Pizza and Most Innovative Pizza.
Up to $4 from each pizza sold will also go to Calgary Meals on Wheels.
When: Friday, Sept. 26 to Monday, Oct. 13, 2025
Where:Â Various locations across Calgary
Feast on Fourth
This budget-friendly food festival has dozens of great eats and sips for just $10 apiece. Everything from pizza to ice cream and fall beverages will be available, and there are plenty of dine-in and take-out options.
When: Wednesday, Sept. 24 to Sunday, Sept. 28, 2025
Where:Â Various locations on 4th Street SW
Rocky Mountain Food and Wine Festival
One of Alberta’s largest food and drink festivals is returning to the city once again. Guests will be able to sample various fine wines, premium spirits and craft beers. Local chefs will also be on hand, serving up delicious fare to enjoy with your beverages.
When: Friday, Oct. 17 and Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025
Where: BMO Centre – 1912 Flores LaDue Parade SE, Calgary
Price: From $25 per person; tickets available on the Rocky Mountain Food and Wine Festival website
Banff Craft Beer Festival
At this enormous event, beers from dozens of different breweries will be ready and waiting to be tasted. In addition to plenty of beer, you’ll be able to get your hands on eats from local vendors and check out some live music.
When: Thursday, Oct. 23 to Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025
Where: Cave and Basin — 311 Cave Ave., Banff
Price: From $69.99 per person; buy tickets on the Banff Craft Beer festival website
YYC Noodle Festival
Calgary’s biggest celebration of noodles is back for another year. The festival, which is co-organized by Hung’s Noodle Factory and Roots Collective, will see restaurants all over the city come together to showcase the very best in Asian cuisine in support of the Leftovers Foundation. Diners will be able to rate their favourite dishes.
When: Thursday, Nov. 6 to Sunday, Nov. 16, 2025
Where: Various locations across Calgary