Sun, 17 Nov 2024 - Fri, 14 Mar 2025

Astronomical Events at Nightrise

Astronomical Events at Nightrise

Come to the summit of Sulphur Mountain for celestial celebrations throughout the season, with stargazing, marshmallow roasting and cocktails at our rooftop Nightrise Bar.*

November 17 – 18: Leonids Meteor Shower

December 7: Jupiter at Opposition

December 13 – 14: Geminid Meteor Shower

December 21 – 22: Ursids Meteor Shower

January 3 – 4: Quadrantids Meteor Shower

January 13: Full Moon

January 16: Mars at Opposition

February 12: Full Moon

March 14: Total Lunar Eclipse

*Weather dependent

Other events

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 - Sun, 08 Feb 2026

Snow Days Festival

SnowDays returns to Banff in 2026 with giant snow sculptures, live entertainment, skating, and the thrill of skijoring down Banff Avenue. Choose your favourite events and celebrate winter in the heart of the Canadian Rockies.

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 - Sun, 14 Dec 2025

Banff Christmas Market

Held at the Banff Heritage Train Station, the Banff Christmas Market transforms the space into a charming festive market venue. Inspired by the old world and influenced by the new, it captures all the tradition, heritage, and romance of European Holiday Markets with a mountain twist.

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 - Wed, 31 Dec 2025

Hot Chocolate Trail

This holiday season, embark on a flavourful adventure through town, sampling an array of hot chocolates that range from traditional classics to creatively spirited concoctions. Banff and Lake Louise’s Hot Chocolate Trail is a treasure map of more than 20 restaurants and cafes each offering a limited-time festive-themed hot chocolate.

Sat, 01 Nov 2025

Banff Sunshine Village Opening Day

Banff Sunshine is aiming to open in early November. Stay tuned for resort updates!

Sat, 01 Nov 2025

Lake Louise Ski Resort Opening Day

Lake Louise Ski Resort is aiming to open in early November. Stay tuned for resort updates!