October? Hmmm, more like Spooktober! If you enjoy Halloween as much as I do, you better check out these events to satisfy or spark your Halloween spirit.
Calgary Corn Maze (Pumpkin Festival)
When: Saturdays & Sundays (10:00 AM – 5:00 PM)
Where: Calgary Corn Maze 284022 Township Road 224 Rockyview, AB T1X 0J6
Cost: $16.95+gst admission, pumpkins range from $1 – $13 or more
Sure, it is easy to go to a grocery store and buy one of their pumpkins to crave; but, have you ever visited a farm for pumpkin picking? If not, you are totally missing out on this experience. The Calgary Corn Maze offers a family friendly event that allows individuals to visit and buy a pumpkin of their choosing. Pumpkins are reasonably priced and range in size, colour, and purpose. Admission is required to purchase a pumpkin however, it also gives you access to festival activities and the maze’s regular attractions.
Calgary Corn Maze (Flashlight Nights)
When: Fridays & Saturdays (6:00 PM – 9:00 PM)
Where: Calgary Corn Maze 284022 Township Road 224 Rockyview, AB T1X oJ6
Cost: $15.95+gst for adults, $14.95+gst for children and seniors
Grab your friends, family, significant other, or any other individual(s) that you would not mind dragging into a corn maze and getting lost with. Your goal is to attempt to navigate through the maze at night with only the light of your flashlight and sense of direction guiding you.
Calgary Ghost Tours
: various dates (tour schedule)
Where: depends on the scheduled tour
Cost: $20 for adults and walk-ins, $15 for children (ages 6 – 12)
Do you know about the ghost stories that take place in Calgary? If not, Calgary Ghost Tours allows you to learn about local history and folklore surrounding the mischief, mayhem, and even murders that take place here in our beloved city. It is recommended that children who are prone to nightmares should not attend this event.
Train of Terror (Teen Night)
When: October 20 & 27 (5:00 PM departure)
Where: Aspen Crossing Railway Highway 24, Mossleigh, AB T0L 1P0
Cost: $66.6+gst (ages 12+)
For those who crave and love the thrill of being scared the Train of Terror is perfect for you! The Train of Terror is NOT a relaxing railway tour. This train ride is designed to provide you with horrors that will chill you to the bone and keep you up for days. It is important to note that October 20 & 27 are the only dates that allow teens to board the train. Additionally, minors are required to have waivers signed by adult guardians in order to participate in the event. The Train of Terror is EXTREMELY not recommended for individuals faint of heart, claustrophobic, or uncomfortable with props or actors coming into contact with them.
Screamfest
When: October 19 – 21 and October 26 – 31
Where: The Grandstand Building, Stampede Park 20 Roundup Way SE
Cost: $30 general admission
Obviously, you knew that Screamfest would make it onto this list; however, are you aware that this is the 13th and FINAL year of Screamfest. Let me repeat that again, it is the FINAL year of Screamfest! If you have yet to experience this event this is your last chance to do so. Screamfest is filled with frights that are sure to make you scream (hence the name). This event is rated PG- 13, so sorry to you youngsters out there. Individuals who are faint of heart are also recommended to not attend Screamfest.
