The Coats on Finlay initiative will help those who need a winter coat. Ondrej Miksovsky/Dreamstime.com

By Eli J. Ridder

WHAT'S ON

Here is what’s on this weekend in Medicine Hat and area: Oct. 25-27

Oct 25, 2024 | 9:46 AM

It will be a warm spell amid some chilly fall temperatures.

For everything Halloween in Medicine Hat, visit the Spook Tracker.

Here is what’s on during the weekend of Oct. 25-27 in Medicine Hat and area:

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The annual Coats on Finlay initiative is running from noon on Saturday until 8 a.m. on Sunday.

Anyone can pick up a coact at the downtown bridge during that time.

Those who want to donate a coat can visit Finlay Bridge Saturday afternoon.

Coats that are leftover will be donated to the Caring Coats program at the Salvation Army.

READ: Have a used coat to spare?

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🐅 Tigers play Rebels, Pats

The Medicine Hat Tigers take on the Rebels in Red Deer on Friday evening.

The Tigers return to Co-op Place to play the Regina Pats at home on Saturday.

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📺 Entertainment expo

Medicine Hat’s very own comic-con type event is running on Saturday.

The Gas City Entertainment Expo runs from 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. at the Medicine Hat Exhibition and Stampede grounds.

Tickets are $10 at the door.

More information is available on the event page.

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👻 Silver Buckle haunted house

The Silver Buckle is running a haunted house starting Friday night until Halloween.

It opens for adults Friday and Saturday from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

All-age hours for families and children will be on offer from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday.

More information is available in an event post.

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🎙 Tall Boys open mic

An open mic hosted by the Tall Boys runs Friday night starting at 7 p.m.

It promises an enjoyable night of singing with friends.

Attendees are asked to bring their instrument and their voice.

It kicks off at Travois Ale Works at 7 p.m.

More information is available on the event page.

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🎃 Pumpkin smash

Saturday, 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

The Great Pumpkin Smash is on at the Esplanade Arts and Heritage Centre.

It’s a family-friendly free event with live music, treats, hands-on activities and pumpkin smashing.

Pumpkin supply for the smashing is limited to 500.

More information is available on the event page.

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🌲 Forest of Fear

Saturday, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Something is strange in the enchanted forest, say organizers of the Forest of Fear haunted forest walk at Police Point Park.

Tickets for the walk can be purchased in-person at the Nature Centre for $20. They will not be available at the door.

The walk is meant for teenagers and adults. Minors must be accompanied by an adult.

More information is available on the event page.

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🍴 Pumpkin carving

Saturday, 6 p.m.

MT Nest Cafe and Market is hosting its Pumpkin Carving Party on Saturday evening.

Attendees should bring their own pumpkin and the carving tools will be provided.

Goulish-themed snacks and drinks will be available.

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If you have an event taking place this weekend or next that we have not listed here, please email CHATNews@pattisonmedia.com to potentially get your event added.