Winters-on-the-way
Lake Louise Ski ...
Mt. Norquay
News
SkiBig3
Banff Sunshine
Thu, 07 Sep 2023

Winter's on its way at Banff and Lake Louise

Hold onto your hats! Winter is officially on the way at Banff and Lake Louise. Two resorts at SkiBig3 received their first fairy dust sprinkling in Banff National Park this week.

Thanks to the high elevation, both Banff Sunshine and Lake Louise Ski Resort received their first snowfall for the winter season. With opening day just two months away, the resorts are starting to make headlines as everyone starts to get excited for the upcoming winter. Take a look at the first snowfall of the season below:

 

Lake Louise

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

View this post on Instagram

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

A post shared by Lake Louise Ski Resort & Summer Gondola (@skilouise)

 

 

 

 

Sunshine Village

 

 

Tentative opening dates

As we begin to get closer to dusting off those skis, breaking in the snowboard boots, and pulling out your winter gear from under the bed you can start to get ready for the below-tentatively scheduled opening dates:

 

 

 

 

  • Banff Sunshine: November 10, 2023

 

 

  • Lake Louise Ski Resort: November 10, 2023

 

 

  • Mt. Norquay: November 4, 2023

 

 

 

 

Please note that all resort opening dates are tentative and weather permitting. Keep up to date with all the latest weather updates by following @SkiBig3 on Instagram or keep an eye on our webcams too!

 

Are you dreaming of your winter vacation?

 

Banff and Lake Louise is a truly magical destination for your winter getaway. With three breathtaking resorts, it's the perfect place to book a winter ski vacation. To help you plan your dream vacation, our Reservations Team is always happy to assist you. You can take a look at our Ski & Stay Packages or give us a call at 1-844-754-2243 to make those winter dreams come true.

Other blog posts

100 Years of Mt. Norquay media release
Mt. Norquay
Events
Fri, 20 Mar 2026

Celebrating 100 Years of Mt. Norquay

2026 marks a historic milestone for Mt. Norquay as it celebrates 100 years of operation. As the Canadian Rockies’ first ski resort and the oldest in the SkiBig3 collective, Mt. Norquay has introduced generations of Albertans to skiing and snowboarding.
Spring Events Cover
Events
Spring Skiing
Mon, 16 Mar 2026

Spring Events at SkiBig3 in 2026

Spring skiing in Banff National Park has arrived, and that can only mean one thing: longer days, bluebird skies, patio après and the return of classic SkiBig3 spring events. This guide is your one-stop shop for everything happening this spring at Banff Sunshine, Lake Louise Ski Resort and Mt. Norquay.
S B3 2024 Mt Norquay Reuben Krabbe 09
Tips
Activities & Exp...
Wed, 11 Mar 2026

10-day ski trip itinerary to Banff and Lake Louise from Australia

Get ready for an epic adventure swapping sunny beaches and the summer heat for the snow-covered mountains of the Canadian Rockies on a thrilling 10-day ski trip to SkiBig3!
 Cover Why April Is the Season’s Best Kept Secret Rueben Krabbe
Spring Skiing
Mon, 09 Mar 2026

Spring Skiing in Banff National Park: Why April is the Season’s Best Kept Secret

Skiing and snowboarding in Banff National Park in April can only mean one thing: spring skiing has arrived. If you’re thinking the ski season is winding down, think again. Locals know it’s one of the best-kept secrets of the ski season.
 Cover Centennial Celebrations Whyte Museum
Mt. Norquay
Events
Fri, 06 Mar 2026

Celebrating 100 Years of Mt. Norquay – Centennial Celebrations

This year, Mt. Norquay turns 100, and for a resort that has taught generations of Alberta locals how to ski and snowboard, that calls for a proper, mountain-sized celebration. On May 28, Norquay is hosting a centenary “Day of Nostalgia,” bringing the community together to celebrate a century of history, heart, and that unmistakable locals’ hill vibe.