Archive for the ‘Events’ Category

Bikinis & Boardshorts – Ski & Ride for Cancer

Thursday, March 22nd, 2012

Sunshine Village Ski & Snowboard Resort is delighted to announce our 4th Annual fundraiser, Bikinis & Boardshorts taking place on May 20th 2012. This year we have added a new and exciting element to our event, the guys can also get involved. Not only will we be raising funds for the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation, we will be supporting Prostate Cancer Canada as well.

Men and women will personally raise a minimum donation of $150 as an individual or $500 as a team of 3 in order to participate, with all money raised going directly to the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation and Prostate Cancer Canada. The event will see people of all ages and nationalities skiing, snowboarding or riding the Strawberry Express quad chair in their snow pants and bikinis or boardshorts. This is a great team event for all involved and highlights the need for local communities to stick together and fight for a cause.

FOR MORE INFORMATION: http://www.skibanff.com/bikinisandboardshorts/

Spring Concert Series

Thursday, March 22nd, 2012

The series of performances this spring, an event with an impressive track record, will kick off April 28th and 29th with perennial favorite George Canyon. All the live, outdoor concerts take place in the village and are FREE to anyone with a lift ticket, gondola only ticket or season’s pass.

  • George Canyon – April 28th & 29th
  • ODDS – May 5th & 6th
  • New Moon – May 12th & 13th
  • BC/DC – May 19th, 20th & 21st

Easter Celebrations at Sunshine Village

Thursday, March 22nd, 2012

Non denominational Easter service, Easter egg hunts, skiing Easter bunnies and more! Easter service at top of Strawberry Chair on April 8th.

Extended Spring Hours

Thursday, March 22nd, 2012

Sunshine Village extends its lift operating hours for the spring season! Chairs run to 4:30pm, Jackrabbit to 5pm.

Ice Magic Festival

Tuesday, January 3rd, 2012

Now in its 18th year, this Banff National Park classic is more popular than ever. Experience Lake Louise at its winter finest during the Ice Magic Festival. Centerpiece to SnowDays, a new month-long celebration of winter in Banff National Park.

January 20 – 22 , International Ice Carving Competition Weekend
Hosted by The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, this 34- hour competition is the most anticipated spectacle of the Festival. 24 internationally recognized professional ice carvers work in teams of two to sculpt towering one-of-a-kind works of art from imposing blocks of solid ice on the shores of Lake Louise. With each ice block weighing a daunting 300lbs, this exceptional art form involves grueling physical labour in a delicate balancing act with precision artistry.

This years carving theme is “WordPlay: Where language comes out to play”.

January 28 & 29 , Little Chippers Weekend
Join us as we celebrate the young and young at heart. Not only can you marvel at the finished ice carvings from the previous competition weekend, this weekend is filled with activities and experiences that are focused on family fun.

The “NEW” Ice Playground is where your kids – and you – can learn the art and science of ice carving first-hand, play ice mini golf, crawl through an ice tunnel and cruise down an ice slide. You can skate with the Ice Queen on Lake Louise, witness the 10-block ice carving event and spend time in the Cozy Corner Kids Indoor Activity Centre. All kids activities are free!

Ice Magic Comes to The Lake Louise Ski Area!
Ice Carving Demo – Sunday, January 22, 2012 @ 11:00AM – 12:30PM

Two Ice Magic judges will meet head-to-head in this exciting display of ice sculpting talent.

Interpretive Snowshoe Evening

Wednesday, December 21st, 2011

Weekly, starting December 17. A one-hour snowshoe hike begins outside the lodge lobby and winds its way up the mountain to offer spectacular views of the village below. Then gather round a bonfire to hear tidbits of history, facts and folklore. Snowshoes provided. December 17 (6:00pm) December 24 (5:00pm) with hot chocolate and bonfire.

Mt. Norquay Community Ski Day

Monday, December 5th, 2011

These annual days in December give residents of the Bow Valley, Alberta a chance to ski at a discounted rate while also raising money for great local causes. All ticket revenue is donated to the community.

Please note: ID and proof of local residence will be required to purchase a discounted Lift Ticket. Tickets for Mt. Norquay Community Ski Day are $20.

BoZo Cup

Monday, December 5th, 2011

More details coming soon.

Spring Series FIS Ski Races

Monday, December 5th, 2011

More details coming soon.

Banked GS Snowboard Event

Monday, December 5th, 2011

More details coming soon.