April Skiing in Banff: Longer Season, Great Snow, Fewer Crowds
April is one of the best times to visit SkiBig3 - with best deals, soft snow, and even fewer crowds across Banff Sunshine, Lake Louise Ski Resort, and Mt. Norquay. Thanks to our extended ski season (often running into late May!), you can enjoy powdery morning turns followed by sunny spring après.
What's Going on at SkiBig3 in April?
April also brings a lineup of fun, family-friendly spring events and après fun:
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ShredAbility – Banff Sunshine Village, April 11, 2026
Teams take on adaptive and inclusive ski, snowboard, and scavenger challenges, celebrating athletes of all abilities. -
Spring Fling – Lake Louise Ski Resort, April 12, 2026
Wrap up the weekend with giveaways, live music, and all the best spring park vibes at Lake Louise. -
Mt. Norquay – BoZo & Kinder Cup, April 19–20, 2026
Celebrate the Annual Rob Bosinger Memorial Weekend at Norquay—a cherished event bringing together generations of the alpine ski racing community. -
Live Music & Après Events at the Resorts
Spring patio parties, live DJs, local bands, and sunny après vibes across all three resorts throughout April and May.
Whether you’re chasing fresh snow, sunshine laps, or mountain fun, April in Banff National Park offers the perfect mix of great skiing, festive events, and a relaxed spring atmosphere.
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Banff National Park is located in the heart of the Canadian Rockies just 1.5 hours from the Calgary, Alberta. The Town of Banff & Village of Lake Louise, both situated within the boundaries of the park, serve as a hub for for skiers & riders to explore the three resorts of Banff Sunshine, Lake Louise Ski Resort and Mt Norquay.
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More About April Ski & Stay
Spring has officially arrived in the Canadian Rockies, with lighter mornings and longer evenings there is an atmosphere of excitement across Banff and Lake Louise.
Spring has officially arrived in the Canadian Rockies, with lighter mornings and longer evenings there is an atmosphere of excitement across Banff and Lake Louise.
With longer days and temperatures warming up, we are sensing that spring is on its way! While other nearing resorts are finishing their season, here at SkiBig3, we are only ramping up our spring festivities.
Here we go again! Once again, we are nearing up to one of the most fun filled, exciting periods of the ski season.
