Picture this: snow-dusted trees, stunning decorations, and a market that’ll make you feel all warm and fuzzy. Step into a holiday wonderland at the Spruce Meadows International Christmas Market in Calgary, presented by TELUS – happening weekends this fall and winter (November 22-24, 29-December 1).
Every day during the International Christmas Market, you can indulge in a unique culinary experience with their romantic post-shopping meals or afternoon high tea – it’s no surprise that it’s a favourite tradition for locals in Calgary and beyond.
Here’s everything you can do that makes the perfect date night – It’s no wonder Spruce Meadows has been voted one of the top five Christmas markets in the world!
Long Table Dinners
Gallery on the Green Congress Hall | Friday Evenings; November 22, & 29 (18+)
After exploring the market, step into the elegant ambience of their Long Table Dinners, where stunning décor and warm lighting set the scene for a meal featuring global dishes and expertly paired fine wines. These are designed to bring you together!
Gather around the table with your date, family and friends to share special moments at the beautifully themed Long Table Dinners — Cozy in the Rockies (November 22), or Elegantly English Winter (November 29).
Get your tickets here for the Long Table Dinners!
Afternoon High Tea
Gallery on the Green Congress Hall | Saturday & Sunday Afternoons; November 23, 24, 30, & December 1
For a more refined experience, join Spruce Meadows for a Long Table Afternoon High Tea, where the stylish setting and tranquil atmosphere provide the perfect escape after a day of shopping.
Enjoy three-tier displays including regular coffee or a selection of tea, French baked scones, house-made preserves, marmalade and clotted cream, daily crafted tea, sandwiches and canapés, a selection of signature mini pastries, and assorted sweets.
Tea is served between 1-3pm. Get your tickets here!
Après Market
Gallery on the Green Congress Hall | Saturday Evenings; November 23 & 30 (18+)
For a cosy, festive vibe, unwind at the Après Market, sipping seasonal beverages surrounded by holiday cheer. They’ll have an International selection of flavours from French Onion Beef Dip Poutine, and Charcuterie, to Raclette, Chicken Pot Pie, a Bratwurst station, and Pork Ribs.
You can also savour Cocktails or Mocktails alongside small plate food stations at the Après Market!
Dinner is served between 5-8pm, with doors opening at 4:30pm. Get your tickets here!
Additionally, you can experience these market favourites during your time at the Spruce Meadows International Christmas Market like…
Festive Shopping
There are over 330 carefully curated local vendors you can stroll through and shop at for Christmas gifts! While you’re filling your bags with treats and local goods, make sure to take a look around at the endless photo opps to snap the perfect holiday pic with your date, friends, or family!
There’s nothing like strolling the vendors with a hot beverage in-hand (find their speciality hot chocolates, chai teas, mulled wines, coffee and more to warm you right up), and when your feet get tired, snuggle up beside the roaring fire pits.
Hungry? You don’t have to just shop for gifts, food shopping happens to be one of our favourites! There’s a huge range of food and drinks from around the world to sample and snack on at the market. New and popular this year including their Charming Chimney Cakes, Cheese Fondue Crusty Rolls, Giant Turkey Legs, and so many more – perfect for sharing!
Find these photo opps!
There’s more lighting and décor than ever before at Spruce Meadows International Christmas Market! Wander the vast grounds hand-in-hand to discover giant twinkling herds of horses, a glistening peacock, a butterfly, a family of bears, a sweet fox, and more – all of which make for some stunning selfies/photo ops.
Visit the Adorable Animals
The Spruce Meadows International Christmas Market has a number of adorable miniature animals to swoon over with your date – a particular hit this year and Comet and Dasher, a pair of fluffy Micro-Miniature Highland Cows that can be found in the Winter Wonderland, presented by Bantrel!
You can visit them along with some cute miniature goat friends, mini donkeys, and ponies in the petting zoo.
Santa, presented by ATCOenergy and Rümi
Santa’s back in Candy Cane Lane this year! Visit his cozy cabin and snap photos with the big guy for a $10 donation that goes 100% to Habitat For Humanity Southern Alberta.
MARKET INFO
November 15–17 | November 22–24 | November 29–December 1
FRIDAYS | 12 P.M.–8 P.M.
SATURDAYS | 10 A.M.–7 P.M.
SUNDAYS | 10 A.M.–6 P.M.
FREE PARKING included with your ticket! It’s easier and faster than ever to get to Sprue Meadows following completions to the Southwest Calgary Ring Road.
[Sponsored by Spruce Meadows]
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