5 Cool Calgary Festivals in October 2014

Calgaryism's Top 5 Calgary Festivals in October of 2014

The onset of the fall season doesn’t have to be dull - like its weather often is - as Calgary’s burgeoning cultural scene provides a full list of exciting festivals for all of us to enjoy.

Here are Calgaryism’s top festival picks for October 2014:

Autumn Pumpkin Festival

• When - October 4^th, 5^th, 11^th, 12^th, 13^th, 18^th, 19^th from 10:00am to 5:00pm

• Where – Calgary Corn Maze – 284022 Township Road 224, Rockyview, AB

• Cost - $13.50 per person (aged 3 and over)

• Contact – info@calgarycornmaze.com, 403-648-2719

The Autumn Pumpkin Festival has become an annual tradition for many local families looking to have some pure unadulterated family fun.

One of the most exciting events is the PUMPKIN DESTRUCTION ZONE where kids will get to smash, stomp and destroy pumpkins however they like.

Not all pumpkins will get destroyed though, as pumpkin decoration is another popular activity among the imaginative kids at the Autumn Pumpkin Festival. Other activities include:

• Arts and crafts
• Cornstalk scarecrow making
• Giant corn mazes
• Jumping pillows
• Pig races
• Mini-golf

Also be sure to check out the unique set of pre-carved jack-o-lanterns on display and for sale which also present an opportunity for some awesome family photos!

Fluid Festival

• When – October 14^th – 26^th, 2014, various times

• Where – Various locations

• Cost – Various ticket prices

• Contact – springboardperformance.com, 403-265-3230

Showcasing talent from around the globe, the Fluid Festival will take you on an intriguing journey into the arts of dance and music.

National and International talents include:

• L-E-V from Tel Aviv
• Winnipeg’s Contemporary Dancers
• Sore for Punching You from Toronto
• Tentacle Tribe from Montreal
• Katie Ward from Montreal

Plus a number of local artists from Calgary:

• Dancing Monkey Lab
• Tony Tran
• Tara Wilson
• Pamela Tzeng
• Catherine Hayward & Shane Johnson

There will also be a number of workshops run by most of these artists as well as times to get up close and personal with them at various times and locations during the festival.

For more information on the event of your choice, be sure to check out the website at springboardperformance.com today!

Calgary Rocky Mountain Wine and Food Festival

• When – October 17^th – 18^th, 2014, various times

• Where – Stampede Park BMO Centre – 20 Roundup Way SE

• Cost – From $18.00 to $37.50 each

• Contact – 403-228-0777

As the name implies, the Calgary Rocky Mountain Wine and Food Festival is a celebration of food and wine in the shadow of the beautiful Rockies.

Inside of the BMO Centre will be the “The Grand Tasting Hall” where visitors can find a massive array of sampling stations – more than 200 – showcasing a diverse collection of wines, beers, alcohols and cuisines from all over the globe.

Alberta’s largest celebration of food and wine is waiting for you! Oh, and one quick reminder, this event is for adults only.

The Calgary Tattoo & Arts Festival

• When – October 17^th – 19^th, 2014, 17^th – Adults Only and Picture ID required

• Where – Stampede Grounds BMO Centre – 20 Roundup Way SE

• Cost - $25.00 to $50.00

• Contact – tickets@canwestproductions.com, 403-242-0859

Good news for all the tattoo buffs and artists out there… the 11^th annual Calgary Tattoo and Arts Festival is almost here! Join a large group of international artists, television tattoo celebrities and other industry in celebration of body ink, piercings and other related arts during the three day event, including:

• Chris Nunez from hit TV series Ink Master
• Theo Rossi or “Juice” from Sons of Anarchy
• Kim Coates or “Tig” from Sons of Anarchy

Who knows; maybe you’ll end up being inspired and get your very own tattoo while at the show, or, at least get an idea of what kind of tattoo you might want later on…

The New Earth Expo

• When – October 3^rd – 5^th, 2014, various times

• Where – Stampede Grounds Big Four Building – 1410 Olympic Way SE

• Cost – From $7.00 to $12.00 each

• Contact – 1-888-589-7777

Are spiritual growth and healthy living on the top of your priority list? Even if they aren’t, The New Earth Expo will expose you to some of the latest and greatest new aged spiritual ideas and health concepts.

From live-speaker presentations and eco-friendly projects to psychic readings and workshops, there’s always something new to discover at The New Earth Expo. Get your tickets today!

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