There’s just under one month left of summer, but with temperatures dropping, we’re thinking about all the ways to get cozy on romantic fall dates in Calgary.
There are tons of fun things to do outdoors, but if you prefer staying warm, we’ve also got some great seasonal date ideas! So get your calendar and start locking in these great date ideas in Calgary soon.
See a show at the theatre
With temperatures dropping outside, there’s nothing quite like a theatre to cozy up in! This fall, various theatres across Calgary are hosting a bunch of great productions.
Come From Away tells the incredible true story of 7,000 stranded passengers and the small town in Newfoundland that welcomed them. A Broadway Across Canada production, it will be playing at the Southern Jubilee Auditorium from September 17 to 22.
For a more seasonally relevant showing, The Woman in Black and Murder on the Links is running throughout the season at Vertigo Theatre. There’s nothing like a scary story to make you feel like cuddling up with your special person.
Beakerhead
Beakerhead has become a seasonal favourite for many in Calgary. It’s hard to imagine the brisk September weather rolling in without all the fun science and technology-themed displays popping up around the city. This year, Calgarians can look forward to a new show at Telus Spark’s Dome all about the role of Fungi in our world and the return of the BeakerBar!
Try new eats at a food festival
There are so many food festivals happening this fall that would make the perfect date opportunity. The Rocky Mountain Wine and Food Festival is returning this year in October (because what’s more romantic than wine and cheese?!), but we also have our eyes on classics like Oktoberfest in September.
If you want to try something more permanent, we also have a list of the coziest restaurants in YYC here.
Visit a cute bookstore
Visiting a bookstore can make for a great date! If you haven’t known each other for long, finding out their favourite reads is a great way to get to know your possible person. If you have been dating for a while, you’re probably pretty comfortable sitting together in silence, which makes this the perfect relaxing date idea!
There are a ton of great bookstores around Calgary, but one of our favourites is Slow Burn Books in Marda Loop — it’s a romance-themed bookstore, so it doesn’t get any more date-y than that!
Take a workshop at Plant
It’s long been discussed that doing new things together can strengthen your bond with your partner. What better way to test out that theory than trying a fun plant-themed workshop together? This is a bonus if you live together because you’ll get some cute new home decor out of it that you’ll (hopefully) both agree on. Perfect for the fall, you can even try a broom-making workshop this year!
Go for a fall walk and brunch
There are a bunch of great places to go for a fall walk in Calgary, but if you’re looking for a place that will not disappoint, you’ll want to head to Bow Valley Ranche in Fish Creek. It’s always stunning this time of year, and there’s a picturesque pathway lined with old Victorian-style lamps.
If you’re really looking for a treat, the brunch menu is also to die for.
Go somewhere spooky
Once October rolls around, there will be so many spooky events to choose from. We have a list of the biggest ones that return to the city every year here, including favourites like the Train of Terror and Pumpkins After Dark. Screamfest has already confirmed it will be returning to Calgary this fall with seven haunted houses to explore!
Cuddle some kitties
Every season is a great season to pet some cats, but there’s something about the cool fall air that makes cuddling with some furry felines even more appealing. It could also be the perfect opportunity to expand your family with a lovable new fur ball.
The Regal Cat Cafe is the perfect spot to visit, and they make some pretty awesome lattes.
Go on a ghost walk
An evening stroll is a great date idea, but you can make it even better by throwing in a local ghost walk tour. Hold hands and lean in while listening to all the terrifying history you probably didn’t know about in Calgary.
There are a bunch of ghost walks offered around Calgary, including some free ones by Walk the YYC. You can also check out what is available through Calgary Ghost Walks.