Plan your trip around an event or find out what’s going on while you’re here. In the Bow Valley, we like to keep our calendar full so your days and nights are, too. In the mood for a wine festival, winter carnival, biathlon? From outdoor races to folk music and even a rousing Highland Games, there’s more to Canmore than just blue skies and big mountains.
We would love to host you and share those experiences with you!
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Special Events Happening in the Bow Valley
January
Who said winter wasn’t fun? Here in Banff and Lake Louise, we love to dress the streets as an Ice village. Not believable? You have to come and see it from your own eyes!
February
Wrap you up and get ready to get blown away. The family loves it, a pure Canadian experience with local attractions.
You can now book with us Snowy Owl Sled Dog Tours for a discount.
March
The creative hub of Canmore offers local art workshops, concerts, movies and even more.
April
The award-winning food & drink festival is HERE, featuring a new look reflective of the times we live in, but still promising 15 days of the best dining that the Rockies has to offer (plus some other really cool stuff)!
May
The market is a summer tradition for over twenty-five years operating every Thursday from May to October. Visitors and locals are treated to an excellent selection of locally and regionally produced items including fresh fruits and vegetables, meats, jams and coffee. The market also offers unique crafts, art, clothing, jewelry and other artisanal products.
June
National Indigenous People Day
Canadians celebrate National Aboriginal History Month, which is an opportunity to honour the heritage, contributions and cultures of First Nation, Inuit and Métis communities across Canada.
TransRockies Race Series properties range from mountain bike events to trail running races, outdoor symphonies to gala dinners. they take great pride in providing a second-to-none experience for their participants and a rewarding and seamless partnership with their clients. The team at TransRockies Race Series strives to build lasting and successful events with services that cover event creation through execution and analysis
July
Canada’s most popular event is here with us in Canmore! Festivities often include a parade, live music, a pancake breakfast and fireworks.
MUST DO in Canada! A ten-day-long festival including the world’s richest tournament-style rodeo, two world-class events in one evening show and every day at Calgary Stamped is guaranteed to be a fun time with attractions, music and even more.
August
The Canmore Folk Music Festival is the longest-running folk music festival in Alberta and one of its finest. Adhering to a philosophy and legacy of folk, world, blues and roots music, the festival since 1978 has attracted up to 21,000 music fans annually from across southern Alberta, western Canada, the northwestern USA and indeed the world.
September
All about the Scottish heritage! One of our favourite events in the Bow Valley!
“The Highland Games have become an integral part of our community identity over the years – and a well-loved event at the end of the summer. ” says Mayor John Borrowman, “As well, the games continue to bring visitors here to enjoy our beautiful mountain town, and add to the sustainability of many small businesses.”
October
The Banff Mountain Film and Book Festival takes place each fall in Banff, Alberta. A nine-day festival that is going to take you to places you never think about before. Sit tight, watch and travel with incredible artists.
November
Based in Lake Louise, the alpine ski world cup hosts the fastest downhill skiers from around the world.
December
Another year passed by, come and party with us to celebrate it.
Now you are ready to plan your trip with us! Book an incredible Mountain house and enjoy the local events!
