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🌟 What's On Canmore - Events, Activities, Live Music & Good News! 😊
Jill Jones
June 01, 2025
Hey Canmore! Here’s What’s Happening This Week!
Canmore’s housing market is heating up again, with million-dollar listings moving quickly and inventory tighter than ever🏡. We’ve got the latest on what’s driving the surge.
Also in the mix: a stunning opportunity to win a luxury 6-day horseback adventure through Banff’s backcountry🐎. Think mountain views, chef-prepared meals, and cozy lodge nights- if you're a content creator, this one’s for you.
And yes, it’s still calving season, so please keep your distance from elk on the trails🦌. Safety tips are just a click away if you need a refresher.
Scroll down for events, live music, and food specials across town 👇
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🏔️ Canmore in Brief - Headlines this Week 📰
🦌 Elk Are the New Bears in Banff & Canmore - And They're Angry
This spring, Banff and Canmore are experiencing a surge in elk aggression, particularly during calving season. Parks Canada is urging visitors to keep at least 30 metres away - or risk a sudden charge, especially if you’ve got a dog. My embarrassing personal encounter makes it clear: elk mean business. Read the complete survival guide
🏡 Canmore housing prices surge as demand heats up
With limited inventory and high-net-worth buyers returning, this mountain town's million-dollar homes aren’t cooling down anytime soon. See details
😪😴 G7 Update - Yawn💤💤💤
The G7 is bringing traffic, closures, and cameras to Banff - but don’t worry, your favourite trails are still open. Full update
🚌 Lake Louise and Moraine Lake: Don't even think about driving there
Personal vehicles are prohibited at Moraine Lake, and parking at Lake Louise fills up before sunrise. To visit, reserve a shuttle now and avoid missing out. Learn more.
🔥 Wildfire burning out of control in Kootenay National Park
Lightning sparked the blaze near Dog Lake, with Parks Canada crews and helicopters working quickly to contain it. No public threat has been reported yet. More
🐎 Ride into the Rockies on a Hosted Backcountry Adventure
Banff Trail Riders is inviting influencers to apply for a luxury 6-day horseback trip through Banff's remote backcountry - complete with chef-prepared meals, alpine climbs, and cozy lodge stays. From glacier-fed lakes to lantern-lit dinners, it's the ultimate content-worthy escape. Open to creators with 10k+ followers, the July 17-22, 2025 trip is valued at over $6,000. Apply here if you're ready to saddle up.
🐻 After last week’s lull, bear sightings spike across Bow Valley
From Canmore to Johnson Canyon, grizzlies and black bears are on the move. Stay bear aware and give them space. Full story
Banff’s Castle in the Rockies
Go behind the scenes on this exclusive food tour through the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel. Over 2.5 indulgent hours, you’ll explore hidden corners of the castle, dine in four unique spaces, and enjoy a curated tasting menu with wine and cocktail pairings. Discover the hotel’s secrets, its award-winning dishes, and experience the castle like never before. 🥂
🗺️ Tour Highlights: 🏰 Behind the Scenes Tour • 🍲 Four-Courses in Four Locations • 🍷 Wine & Cocktail Pairings • 👨🍳 Meet the Culinary Team •
Book now and make it a meal to remember!!
🚴 Crash, chaos and courage at Canmore’s crit race weekend
A high-speed cycling event delivered spills and thrills as elite riders dodged pavement and pedalled through tight corners. Read on
🥪 Mustard made with love (and lemons!) at Canmore Mountain Market
Born from a family recipe and elevated by local ingredients, Cian's Mustard is the bold new flavour you didn’t know your sandwich needed. More
🎉 Sheepdog turns 6 - and the birthday bash is ON
On June 14, join the Sheepdog Brewing crew in Canmore for beer, live music by The Bulldogs, Red Rock Pizza, and some serious community vibes. Read more
🍸 Craft cocktails, live music, and mountain healing at WLD fundraiser
Wild Life Distillery hosts an intimate night on June 6 with Amelie Patterson, featuring a signature cocktail that supports Mountain Muskox, a local mental health charity. Full story
🎨 Summer art camps and creative workshops for kids at artsPlace
From wood burning to clay club, these hands-on camps offer something for every young artist this June and July in Canmore. See details
Readers' Choice: Most Visited Links from the Last Issue
🎟️Events, Activities & Live Music 🎸
We keep it short here - head to OUR NEW EVENTS PAGE for full descriptions and links.
Mon, 2nd June
09:15 🏊 SENIORS' WEEK: Aquafit - Elevation Place - Canmore
13:30 🍎 Nutrition for Health Aging - Canmore Recreation Centre - Canmore
18:00 🎨 Rustic Style & Florals Paint Night! - BLAKE Brewhouse & Distillery - Canmore
18:00 🎭 Silver Charm *NEW - artsPlace Canmore - Canmore
22:00 🎤 Karaoke Night - The Drake Inn - Canmore
Tue, 3rd June
10:30 🧘 Mobility & Strength for Seniors - Elevation Place - Canmore
11:30 👣 Father’s Day: Baby Prints on Pottery - Crock A Doodle - Canmore
14:00 💻 SENIORS' WEEK: Tech Tips - Canmore Public Library - Canmore
15:00 🦬 Ways of the Bison Day - Biosphere Institute of the Bow Valley - Canmore
18:00 🎲 Game Night - Tavern 1883 - Canmore
18:30 🔥 Wood Burning Mountain Coasters - artsPlace Canmore - Canmore
19:00 🧠 Trivia Tuesday - Canmore Rose & Crown - Canmore
19:00 🏒 Youth Hockey Info Night - Canmore Rec Centre - Canmore
19:30 🎸 Colin Linden - artsPlace Canmore - Canmore
Wed, 4th June
10:00 🧗 SENIORS' WEEK: Intro to Climbing - Elevation Place - Canmore
12:00 🍽️ SENIORS' WEEK: Lunch & Conversation - Canmore Miner's Union Hall - Canmore
14:00 💡 Tech Tips & Tutoring - Canmore Public Library - Canmore
18:00 🚵 Wednesday MTB Ride - Canmore Brewing Company - Canmore
18:00 🖼️ Opening Reception: Indigenous Perspectives - Elevation Place - Canmore
19:00 🎤 Open Mic Night at The Local - The Local - Eatery & Bar - Canmore
20:30 ❓ Trivia Night With Awale - Tavern 1883 - Canmore
21:00 🎶 Jam/open Mic Night - Canmore Rose & Crown - Canmore
Thu, 5th June
09:30 🚴 SENIORS' WEEK: Spin & Stretch - Canmore Recreation Centre - Canmore
10:00 🛍️ Canmore Mountain Market - Elevation Place - Canmore
10:45 👶 Stroller Strides: Walk & Connect - Elevation Place - Canmore
13:00 🏛️ SENIORS' WEEK: Free Museum Tour - Canmore Museum - Canmore
14:00 🍦 Ice Cream Social Seniors Week Celebration - Canmore Public Library - Canmore
14:00 🍦 SENIORS: Ice Cream Social & Resource Fair - Canmore Civic Centre - Canmore
18:30 🧱 Clay Box *NEW - artsPlace Canmore - Canmore
18:30 👩💼 Women Who Lead Speaker Series - Communitea Café - Canmore
19:00 ❓ Trivia Thursdays at the Drake - The Drake - Canmore
19:00 🎬 Trail Running Film Festival 2025 - artsPlace Canmore - Canmore
19:00 🃏 Thursday Night Poker - Canmore Legion - Canmore
19:00 🎤 Karaoke Thursdays - 1890 Smokehouse - Canmore
Future Events
🎉 Want to see what’s coming up? OUR NEW EVENTS PAGE features a growing list of upcoming events, complete with descriptions and links.
📬 Community Classifieds 🏘️
🚴 Canmore Culinary Cycling Tour with Chef Tastings - A 4-hour food-focused bike tour with three chef-curated stops and behind-the-scenes experiences. Join the Ride 🍽️
🍬 Canmore History & Treats Walking Tour - Enjoy a 2-hour guided stroll with local stories, a sweet treat, and a refreshing drink. Starts at the Big Head. Learn More 🍭
🛶 VIP Bow River Float Tour in Canmore - Relax on a 1.5-hour scenic float through Canmore in a small group setting. Peaceful and intimate. Reserve Spot 🌲
🤠 Canmore Cowboys & Coal Miners Walking Tour - A 1.5-hour guided walk through Canmore’s past, with pioneer stories and a 3–5 km trail, small group. Join the Walk 🥾
⛏️ Lost Canmore Mining Towns Hike - Explore Canmore’s abandoned mining sites and wagon roads on a 3-hour guided hike. 5 km route with 240 metres. Start Exploring 🚶
🔨Work Local: Jobs Around Town💼
🐶 Bow Valley SPCA is hiring animal lovers
If you're not afraid to get your hands dirty and love spending time with furry friends, this could be your dream job - apply for part-time and casual roles today. See details
⛳ CanGOLF is looking for kitchen and event pros
Join the CanGOLF team in Canmore with two exciting full-time opportunities and enjoy perks like simulator discounts and great vibes. More
🌿 Biosphere Institute seeks a summer team member.
Love conservation and education? Apply now for a paid full-time role with Bow Valley WildSmart running from July 2 to August 29. Apply here
🍺 Happy Hours & Food Specials 🍽️
Below are brief details of all the happy hours we could find in Canmore. For more information (including links to the venues), visit our dedicated Happy Hour Page.
🍕 Bridgette Bar (14:00-17:00, Daily)
🎯 Cangolf (20:00-Close, Thurs-Sun)
🍕 Crazyweed Kitchen (14:00-17:00, Daily)
🍷 Fergus & Bix (14:30-17:30 & 21:00-Close, Daily)
🍽️ Kain Tayo (15:00-17:00, Daily)
🍷 Murrieta’s (14:00-17:00, Mon-Fri)
🍺 Rhythm & Howl (16:00-18:00, Sun-Thur; 15:00-18:00, Fri & Sat)
🍺 Sheepdog Brewing (15:00-17:00, Mon-Fri)
🍷 Stirling Dining Room and Lounge (Malcolm Hotel) (12:00-17:00, Daily)
🍕 Tank310 (14:00-17:00, Sun-Fri)
🍺 Tavern 1883 (14:00-17:00, Daily)
🍻 The Drake Pub (14:00-19:00, Sun-Fri)
🦞 The Drunken Lobster Oyster Bar (16:00-17:00, Wed-Sun)
🍺 The Grizzly Paw Brewing Co. (15:00-18:00, Mon-Fri)
🍸 The Mineshaft Tavern (14:00-18:00, Daily)
🍹 Where the Buffalo Roam (14:00-17:00, Mon-Fri)
🍸 Wild Life Distillery (18:00-20:00, Mon-Fri)
👋 That’s All For Now 🎬
Cheers for reading What’s On Canmore! Jill | Editor | What’s On Canmore |  |
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