
Not only is Banff the perfect destination to experience the great outdoors at its best, it also plays host to a number of world class, family fun and 'uniquely Banff' events and festivals.
Below is a calendar of popular events within the town of Banff and Banff National Park.
May 2010
24th: May Long Weekend & Slush Cup
To celebrate the end of another great ski season in the Rockies, Sunshine Village hosts its annual Slush Cup. Voted one of the best spring events in North America, Slush Cup features wild and crazy individuals brave enough to ski or ride into a pool of ice cold,slush water, wearing their craziest and most original outfits.
June 2010
17th & 20th: Banff Bike Festival.
Banff National Park Bike Fest features five challenging road races and two family friendly events taking place throughout Banff and Lake Louise.
(More info and Packages available.)
July 2010
1st: Canada Day Celebrations.
Enjoy the parade down Banff Ave before heading to Central Park for the spectacular fireworks display.
26th: RCMP Musical Ride
One of Canada's most recognized icons, the RCMP Musical Ride will perform two shows and a parade in downtown Banff.
August 2010
14th & 15th: Dragon Boat Festival.
It's not something you see in Banff National Park everyday. Twenty-two souls, backs and arms straining to paddle a mythical Chinese dragon boat - where a split-second difference in timing and cadence can throw off perfectly intense synchronicity.
(More info and Packages available.)
September 2010
11th: Subaru Banff Triathlon.
Spectate or compete in what many consider one of the most spectacular triathlon events in the world.
(More info and Packages available.)
24th: Melissa's Road Race.
The ever popular Melissa's 10Km & 22Km Road race is entering its 31st year.
October 2010
22nd & 23rd: Q107 Rockin in the Rockies.
Time to dress up, get down and rock on. It's Q107's Rockin' Halloween party weekend hosted by the Banff Caribou Lodge & Spa.
November 2010
6th: Winterstart 5 Miler.
The Banff Caribou Lodge & Spa is home to the Banff Winterstart 5 Mile Night Run. The very popular event is sure to be another sell out and always a great time to be had by all.
(More info and Packages available.)
19th & 20th: C105 Country in the Rockies.
Pull on your boots and put your head in a hat as Country 105 presents the biggest country party in the Mountains, hosted at the Banff Caribou Lodge & Spa.
December 2010
5th: Santa Claus Parade of Lights.
Led by Santa Claus, creative and festive floats will parade down Banff Ave, highlighting the Christmas spirit of the Banff National Park.
January 2011
21st & 23rd: Ice Magic Festival.
In the shadow of the glacier clad Mt. Victoria witness teams of professional carvers as they compete in the prestigious International Ice
Carving Competition held each year at The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise.
February 2011
19th & 21st: Family Day Long Weekend.
Coinciding with Presidents Day in the US, this is one of the busiest weekends of the year for the town of Banff. Be sure to book your accommodation early as we sell out every year.