Wed, 14 Jan 2026
6 Reasons February is the Best Time to Ski in Banff and Lake Louise
February combines bumper snow conditions with ski town charm and smaller crowds, making it one of the best times to ski in Banff and Lake Louise.
Wed, 31 Mar 2021
Dad Jokes to Break the Ice on a Chairlift - Part 2
Nothing puts a smile on the face of your chairlift buddies like a good 'ole dad joke to break the ice. It's the perfect way to spread a little laughter and positivity at the SkiBig3 resorts. Keep these tried and true zingers in your back pocket next time you're out exploring the slopes at Banff Sunshine Village, Lake Louise Ski Resort, and Mt. Norquay. (And for even more dad jokes, check out Part 1!)
Photo by Sarah Magyar at Lake Louise Ski Resort.
What concert costs just 45 cents? 50 cent featuring Nickelback!
Why do melons have weddings? Because they cantaloupe!
How does Moses make his coffee? Hebrews it!
What rock group has four men that don't sing? Mount Rushmore.
What happens when you go to the bathroom in France? European.
Why do dogs float in water? Because they are good buoys.
Why couldn't the green pepper practice archery? Because it didn't habanero.
What do you call a sad cup of coffee? Depresso.
Did you hear about the Italian chef who died? He pasta way!
Have you heard about those new corduroy pillows? They're making headlines.
Why do trees seem suspicious on sunny days? They just seem a little shady!
What do scholars eat when they're hungry? Academia nuts.
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Tell us your best family-friendly Dad jokes in the comments below and we can add them to the list!
Ready to test out some of your own classic Dad jokes with your friends and family? Call our in-Banff SkiBig3 Vacation Planners today at 1-844-754-2443 or plan your next Canadian Rockies ski vacation online. Great Ski & Stay Packages available now.
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Mon, 12 Jan 2026
Professional Skier and Indigenous Ski Activist, Connor Ryan, on Finding Belonging in the Mountains
This past December, SkiBig3 hosted Connor Ryan, also known as @sacredstoke, for a few days of early-season powder in Banff National Park. A proud Hunkpapa Lakota skier raised at the foot of Colorado’s Rocky Mountains, Connor brings intention, and respect for the land into every turn he makes as he explores the mountains.
Fri, 09 Jan 2026
2026 Banff Skijoring Weekend Guide: Events, Après & Skiing
Banff’s Skijor weekend is fast upon us. This January 17-18, Banff Avenue will transform into an action packed western après festival filled with fur, fringe, flips and plenty of horse-powered tricks and stunts. This guide brings together all the best viewpoints, restaurants, bars and festivities to make the most of this Skijoring weekend.
Fri, 09 Jan 2026
Snow Alert! Record-breaking Snowfall in Banff and Lake Louise
The 2025 and 2026 ski and snowboard season has kicked off with an absolute bang at SkiBig3. As of December 31, SkiBig3s three ski resorts, Banff Sunshine, Lake Louise Ski Resort and Mt. Norquay, have already shattered historic snowfall records, setting the stage for a truly unforgettable winter season.
