5 Wild Halloween Nights in Calgary You Can’t Miss

Forget staying in — Calgary’s about to get loud, freaky, and gloriously over-the-top. Whether you’re into cult horror, face-melting metal, or late-night beats, the city’s Halloween lineup is pure chaos in the best way. Here’s your guide to surviving (and thriving) this wicked weekend.

👻 1. The Exorcist at The Grand — October 30 & 31

If your Halloween vibe is classic terror with cocktails, The Grand has your ticket to the abyss. They’re screening The Exorcist — the horror masterpiece that terrified generations — inside Calgary’s storied downtown venue.
Before the lights go out, grab Waffles & Chix eats, themed cocktails, and maybe a haunted tour if you’re brave. This one’s all about style, screams, and cinematic nostalgia.

🕰 When: October 30–31
📍 Where: The Grand
💀 Vibe: Retro horror meets haunted glamour

🤘 2. GWAR: Return of Gor Gor Tour — October 31 at MacEwan Hall

Blood. Chaos. Latex armor. Yes, GWAR is back — and they’re turning MacEwan Hall into a post-apocalyptic metal inferno. The legendary shock-rockers are bringing their Return of Gor Gor Tour to Calgary for Halloween night. Expect maximum volume, intergalactic gore, and a pit that’s basically performance art.

They’ll be joined by Helmet, The Dwarves, and Blood Vultures — so don’t bother showing up unless you’re ready to rage.

🕰 When: October 31
📍 Where: MacEwan Hall
🔥 Vibe: Heavy metal mayhem meets theatre of blood

🎤 3. Night of the Living Raps — October 31 at Palomino Smokehouse

Down in the Palomino basement, the beats rise from the dead.
YYC Hip Daily and Namoki Entertainment are hosting Night of the Living Raps, an all-local showcase where Calgary’s best rappers go bar-for-bar with live bands.

Come in costume, stay for the flow — it’s underground, sweaty, and Halloween AF.

🕰 When: October 31
📍 Where: Palomino Smokehouse
🎭 Vibe: Hip-hop cyphers, live jams, and Halloween energy

💄 4. Bottlescrew Bill’s 80s Halloween — Oct 31–Nov 1

Time-warp to the neon decade at Bottlescrew Bill’s two-night 80s Halloween bash. Think glitter, teased hair, and drinks that glow like your eyeliner.
The pub’s serving $5 WildRose drafts, a spooky cocktail menu, and staff decked out in full 80s glam.

Order a Corpse Reviver or Zombie, hit the dance floor, and toast to Halloween nostalgia done right.

🕰 When: October 31–November 1
📍 Where: Bottlescrew Bill’s
🪩 Vibe: Booze, bops, and big hair

🪄 5. Harry Potter and the Halloween Rave — November 1 at The Palace Theatre

The Chamber of Bass has opened.
Make Parties Fun Again and The Palace Theatre are conjuring a Harry Potter Halloween Rave, complete with neon spells, wizard robes, and EDM magic.

Entry’s free with RSVP before 9:15 PM, but spots vanish faster than a golden snitch — so get on that list, grab your glowsticks, and prepare to dance like you just downed Felix Felicis.

🕰 When: November 1
📍 Where: Palace Theatre
✨ Vibe: Hogwarts goes full rave mode

🧛 Final Word: Trick, Treat, and Thrash

Halloween weekend in Calgary isn’t just about candy — it’s about culture, chaos, and killer lineups. Whether you’re moshing with GWAR, vibing with local rappers, or sipping potions under the disco ball, this city’s got a haunt for every flavor of freak.

Stay spooky, YYC. 🖤