Events

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Banff  Christmas Market

Nov 17 – 19th

Held at Warner Stables, the Banff Christmas Market transforms the space into a charming festive market venue. Inspired by the old world and influenced by the new, it captures all the tradition, heritage, and romance of European Holiday Markets with a mountain twist.

Look for a special gift for someone or find a keepsake for yourself while you shop booths of unique, artisanal gifts. Featuring goods inspired by Rocky Mountain culture, you’re bound to find one-of-a-kind treasures. Festive entertainment and culinary delights will put you in the mood for the holidays and jumpstart your Christmas season.

Sunsets & Star Gazing Walking Tour 
Enjoy the natural beauty of Banff on a guided group tour. Marvel at sunset views and take advantage of star gazing opportunities. Spot more with the included headlamps and lanterns.

Take an evening sunset walk and watch the stars come out while experiencing nature at remote trail locations. Watch a stunning mountain sunset and feel the awe of seeing the first stars appear.

Explore Banff National Park like never before and see nature by night. Be escorted by professional mountain guides and see more of the area with the use of headlamps and lanterns. Hike along local trails around Banff and take the unique opportunity to watch the nocturnal world come to life.

Duration 2 hours

Banff Gondola

  • Relax and enjoy a 8-minute Gondola ride to the summit of Sulphur Mountain
  • Learn about the local area in the Above Banff Interpretive Center
  • Stroll the Sulphur Mountain Boardwalk to reach Sanson’s Peak and the Sulphur Mountain Cosmic Ray Station
  • View the town of Banff from 7,486 feet (2281 meters) above
  • Enjoy 360-degree views from the mountain

Climb aboard this iconic 4-person gondola cabin with large windows and relax. During the 8-minute ride to the summit of Sulphur Mountain, take in the views of the town of Banff, Bow Valley, and six different mountain ranges. While on the mountain’s peak, be amazed by 360-degree views.

Banff Craft Beer Festival

Nov 23-25th

The Banff Craft Beer Festival returns to the Cave & Basin National Historic Site for 2023. As the only craft beer festival featuring exclusively Alberta craft brewers, treat your taste buds to delicious samples of of food and drink from over 40 vendors from across the province, share stories with local brewmasters, enjoy live entertainment and discover Banff’s amazing food and craft drink scene!