What to do this weekend in Calgary: Flames, Oktoberfest and …

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This weekend is the first in October, and Calgary has a full lineup of autumn events. From pumpkin patches to corn mazes, the city has something for everyone.

For those in the Halloween spirit, the city is host to a horror movie trivia night, ghost tours and Pumpkins After Dark, though there are plenty of events for anyone not quite ready for spooky season.

Here is what’s on in Calgary this weekend.

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The Calgary Flames play their final preseason game this weekend, taking on the Winnipeg Jets. The team kicks off the season in Vancouver on Oct. 9 before returning to Calgary on Oct. 12 for the home opener against Philadelphia.

Where: Scotiabank Saddledome

When: Friday: 7 p.m.

Cost: $36+

Horror movie trivia night

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The Confluence is welcoming the first weekend in October with a horror movie trivia night. Questions will range from classics to moderns, testing years of scary movie knowledge. Teams are competing for the chance to win a private film screening at the Burnswest Theatre at the Confluence.

Where: The Confluence Historic Site and Parkland

When: Friday: 6:30 p.m.

Cost: $25 per team of 4 to 6 people

Oktoberfest at Century Downs Casino

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Paulaner Brewery’s Oktoberfest celebrations are taking place at Century Downs Casino this weekend. There will be competitions for yodelling and stein holding, and a prizes for the best dressed guests. A ticket to Oktoberfest comes with a souvenir beer stein.

Where: Century Downs Racetrack and Casino, Rocky View County

When: Friday: 6 p.m.

Cost: $35+

Calgary ghost walk

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Halloween ghost walks begin in Calgary this weekend and run until Oct. 31. Tour options include Inglewood, downtown and Kensington, with guides sharing local ghost stories, history and pointing out Calgary’s haunted buildings. Tours are suitable for children.

Where: Various venues

When: Visit the website for the schedule

Cost: $15+

CIBC Run for the Cure

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The annual CIBC Run for the Cure takes place in Calgary this weekend, with donations being used to support Canadians affected by breast cancer. Participants can choose between a 1 kilometre or 5 kilometre run, and there will be a marketplace on-site, with artists selling bracelets, necklaces and anklets.

Where: Southcentre Mall, 100 Anderson Rd S.E.

When: Sunday: 7:30 a.m.

Cost: By donation

For more local events, check out the Calgary Herald events calendar here.

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