EventOn now
May 15 – Oct 12
Indigenous Voices
Cave and Basin National Historic Site is honored to present a collection of artworks, exhibits and programs from vibrant Indigenous communities with traditional and...
Banff
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EventOn now
Jul 6 – Jan 3
One arc in colour, another in time
To mark its 50th year, Walter Phillips Gallery invites past artists to return a postcard with a memory, creating a growing archive for visitors to experience.
Banff Centre
EventOn now
Jul 18 – Dec 13
Diane Borsato: A Clean Place to Swim
Learn more about Diane Borsato’s artistic engagement with water during this pair of exhibition tours.
Banff Centre
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EventOn now
May 15 – Oct 12
Indigenous Voices
Cave and Basin National Historic Site is honored to present a collection of artworks, exhibits and programs from vibrant Indigenous communities with traditional and...
Banff
EventOn now
Jul 6 – Jan 3
One arc in colour, another in time
To mark its 50th year, Walter Phillips Gallery invites past artists to return a postcard with a memory, creating a growing archive for visitors to experience.
Banff Centre
EventOn now
Jul 18 – Dec 13
Diane Borsato: A Clean Place to Swim
Learn more about Diane Borsato’s artistic engagement with water during this pair of exhibition tours.
Banff Centre
Outdoor
Open seasonally
Banff Canoe Club
Canoe, kayak, and SUP rentals from the Bow River docks.
Downtown Banff
Event
Open seasonally
Banff Centre events
Concerts, talks, screenings, exhibitions, and arts programming at Banff Centre.
Banff Centre
Outdoor
Open seasonally
Banff Upper Hot Springs
Historic outdoor hot springs pool with mountain views.
Sulphur Mountain
Indoor
Open seasonally
Cave and Basin
National historic site, cave, basin, and interpretive exhibits.
Cave and Basin area
Event
Open seasonally
Hello Sunshine karaoke
Private karaoke rooms inside Hello Sunshine.
Wolf St
Indoor
Open seasonally
High Rollers
Bowling, beer hall, pizza, and late-night energy in downtown Banff.
Banff Ave
Winter
Open seasonally
Mt Norquay
Banff's close-in ski hill with winter and summer activities.
Elsewhere in the park
Indoor
Open seasonally
Red Earth Spa
Full-service spa at Banff Caribou Lodge.
Banff Ave
Event
Open seasonally
Rose & Crown live music
Regular live music and pub nights on Banff Ave.
Banff Ave
Winter
Open seasonally
Sunshine Village
Banff Sunshine Village ski and snowboard resort.
Elsewhere in the park
Outdoor
Open seasonally
Tunnel Mountain
Short town-adjacent summit hike with Banff and valley views.
Elsewhere in the park
Indoor
Open seasonally
Whyte Museum
Art and history museum in central Banff.
Downtown Banff
Deal
Daily · 3pm – 5pm
Cocktail Happy Hour @ Park
Officially listed cocktail happy hour. Food specials and exact terms can change, so check Park before building a night around it.
Banff Ave
Deal
Mon–Thu · 10pm – close
Late-Night Happy Hour @ High Rollers
Late-night bowling and drink happy hour. Better for a spontaneous night out than a food plan.
Banff Ave
Late Night
4pm – 2am
Magpie & Stump
Mexican-ish comfort food, tacos, and strong Banff-night-out energy with walls full of sticker history.
Caribou St
Late Night
10pm – 2am
The Dusty Boot
Late-night dance floor and live music that doesn't quit until 2am. No judgement.
Banff Ave
Event
Wed · 10am – 6pm · seasonal
Banff Farmers Market
Seasonal Wednesday market for food, makers, music, and an easy low-cost wander.
Central Park
Outdoor
Open seasonally
Banff Gondola
Scenic gondola ride to the Sulphur Mountain summit area.
Sulphur Mountain
Indoor
Open seasonally
Banff Park Museum
Historic museum featuring natural history displays.
Downtown Banff
Deal
Mon–Fri · 4pm – 6pm
Bison Happy Hour
Often promoted as an early-evening happy hour. Check venue for current terms.
Bear St
Indoor
Open seasonally
Buffalo Nations Museum
Museum focused on Indigenous culture and history near downtown Banff.
Downtown Banff
Indoor
Open seasonally
Fairmont Spa
Full-service spa at Fairmont Banff Springs.
Downtown Banff
Outdoor
Open seasonally
Johnston Canyon
Popular canyon walk with catwalks, waterfalls, and easy-to-moderate extensions.
Elsewhere in the park
Winter
Open seasonally
Lake Louise Ski Resort
Lake Louise ski resort and summer gondola base.
Lake Louise Village
Outdoor
Open seasonally
Lake Minnewanka Cruise
Seasonal boat cruise across Lake Minnewanka with big mountain views.
Elsewhere in the park
Winter
Open seasonally
Norquay Tube Park
Winter tubing park at Mt. Norquay.
Elsewhere in the park
Event
Wed · 9pm
Open Mic @ Elk & Oarsman
Locals, ski bums, and the occasional touring act. Always a vibe.
Banff Ave
Winter
Open seasonally
Snowy Owl Dog Sledding
Bow Valley dog sledding operator based in Canmore.
Elsewhere in the park
Deal
Wed · 5pm – 10pm
Wine Wednesday @ Nourish
Often promoted as a wine-focused midweek special. Check before planning around this.
Bear St
Reference
5 ongoingRecurring & seasonal
Always-on programmes and seasonal anchors — kept here as a reference list so they don’t crowd the live feed above.
- This WeekendWeekend live music rotationTypical Fri–Sat nights
Multiple Banff bars (varies) · Banff Ave
- OutdoorSeasonal outdoor programmingSeason-dependent windows
Town and park-adjacent spaces · Banff town + nearby
- EventCommunity night activitiesRecurring weekday/evening slots
Local venues (varies) · Downtown Banff
- OutdoorBanff Farmers Market seasonSeasonal recurring Wednesdays
Banff Central Park · Banff town centre
- EventVenue trivia rotationTypical midweek evenings
Multiple pub venues (varies) · Downtown Banff