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🌟 What's On Canmore - Events, Activities, Live Music & Good News! 😊
Jill Jones
June 19, 2025
Hey Canmore! Here's What’s Happening This Week
The helicopters are gone, the checkpoints are being dismantled, and peace has (mostly) returned to the valley. But there’s still plenty to keep an eye on – especially if you’re hiking near Ole Buck Mountain, where multiple cougar sightings have been reported.
In brighter news, the Canada Strong Pass is now active, giving free park entry and special rates for young adventurers. There’s also a packed weekend of live music, outdoor fun, and volunteer opportunities if you’re looking to lend a hand this Canada Day.
Want more local updates between issues? Follow our Facebook page for event alerts, behind-the-scenes stories, and timely news from around Canmore.
📅 And exciting news! Our events calendar is now fully live.
It's your go-to source for local music, festivals, and everything happening around town. Check it out and send us your feedback - we’d love to hear what you think!
Scroll down for everything coming up this week.
The G7 is finally over.
Are you glad it’s done? Let us know your thoughts!
Are you glad the G7 Summit has finally left Banff, Canmore, and Kananaskis? |
Download trail maps and use offline GPS tracking - perfect for the Rockies no-signal zones. AllTrails makes it easy to stay safe and on track while discovering the area’s most stunning hikes. |  |
🏔️ Canmore in Brief - Headlines this Week 📰
🗺️ Free Access to Banff National Park Starts This Week
As part of the Canada Strong Pass, Banff National Park waives admission fees from June 20, and significant discounts are also available for children and young adults. Read on
🐾 Cougar Warning Issued for Ole Buck Mountain Trails
Several cougar sightings have prompted a warning in the Sibbald Lake area, advising hikers to exercise extra caution and remain vigilant. Story here
🐶 Travelling with a Furry Friend? These Canmore Hotels Welcome Pets
From cozy lodges to modern suites, these top-rated pet-friendly hotels make it easy to explore Canmore without leaving your dog behind. Check them out.
🍻 Summer Brings Changes to Canmore's Happy Hours
As the busy season kicks in, some happy hours are getting shorter and prices are edging up - but there are still plenty of great deals to be found if you know where to look.
🐻 Bear Closures and Warnings Across Peter Lougheed Park
Multiple areas in the park, including campgrounds and trails, are under bear warnings or closures due to recent sightings of black and grizzly bears. See details
🗺️ Tour Highlights: 🏰 Behind the Scenes Tour • 🍲 Four-Courses in Four Locations • 🍷 Wine & Cocktail Pairings • 👨🍳 Meet the Culinary Team • |  |
🥁 Volunteer to Help Make Canada Day in Canmore Unforgettable
The Town of Canmore is calling for energetic volunteers to help run this year’s Canada Day Parade - spots are limited, so don’t miss your chance! More
🚓 Crews Begin Dismantling G7 Security Setup in Kananaskis
With the summit over, the RCMP are pulling back equipment and patrols, but access restrictions are still in place for now. See details
🪧 Protesters in Banff Confront G7 Leaders on Climate, Human Rights, and More
Dozens of groups turned out to send a message to world leaders on issues from climate to global conflict. Full story
🧘 Japanese Monk Walks to Banff with a Plea for World Peace
Toyoshige Sekiguchi walked from Calgary to Banff carrying a hand-painted banner and a bold request for G7 leaders: sign a nuclear test ban treaty. More
Readers' Choice: Most Visited Links from the Last Issue
📬 Community Classifieds 🏘️
🐎 Banff Bow River Horseback Ride – 1 Hour of Scenic Bliss. Saddle up for a peaceful ride through pine forests and along glacier-fed waters. Learn more.
🥾 Enjoy Canmore’s Best Hikes with AllTrails - Download maps, use offline GPS, and explore top-rated trails even without cell service. Sign up for free! 🌲
🚴 The Local Banff Explorer E-Bike Tour - Cruise to lakes, waterfalls, and wildlife with a local guide on a scenic 2-hour ride near Banff. Book Now 🏞️
🍷 Fairmont Banff Springs Culinary Tour - A 2.5-hour tasting tour of Alberta cuisine with behind-the-scenes access and a meet-the-chef at the iconic hotel. View Details 🏰
🚁 Helicopter Flight & Alpine Hike in the Rockies. Soar above glaciers, then touch down for a guided hike through untouched alpine wilderness near Jasper. Take flight.
🎟️Events, Activities & Live Music 🎸
We keep it short here - head to OUR NEW EVENTS PAGE for full descriptions and links.
Fri, 20th June
04:00 - 🌄 Moraine Lake Sunrise & Lake Louise - Banff or Canmore
09:00 - 🚌 Emerald Lake, Moraine Lake, Lake Louise, Johnston Canyon - Canmore
13:30 🧡 Indigenous Cultural Learning Workshop - artsPlace Canmore
18:00 🎶 Live Music: Mike Petroff - Wild Life Distillery - Canmore
19:00 🎱 Friday Bingo - Canmore Legion - Canmore
19:00 🎸 Live Music: Swanee & Charlie Butler - Mineshaft Tavern - Canmore
19:30 😂 Friday Night Comedy: Lori Ferguson Ford - artsPlace Canmore
19:30 🎭 Musical: Oh Anne! - Carter Ryan Theatre - Canmore
21:00 🎶 Live Music: Dr.Z Duo - Tavern 1883 - Canmore
22:00 🎤 Music: Live On Stage - The Drake Inn - Canmore
TBA 🎨 Indigenous Peoples Day: FREE Creative Kits Pick Up - artsPlace Canmore
04:00 - 🌄 Moraine Lake Sunrise & Lake Louise - Banff or Canmore
09:00 - 🚌 Emerald Lake, Moraine Lake, Lake Louise, Johnston Canyon - Canmore
10:00 🏓 Adult Drop-In Pickleball - Canmore Recreation Centre (Room 200)
13:15 🥃 Distillery Tour - Wild Life Distillery - Canmore
15:00 🎭 Musical: Oh Anne! - Carter Ryan Theatre - Canmore
15:00 🎶 Live Music: Calum & Park Show - Canmore Brewing - Canmore
18:00 🧗 Queer & Trans Climb - Canmore Climbing Gym - Canmore
19:30 🎬 National Indigenous Peoples Day - Film Night - artsPlace Canmore
19:30 🎭 Musical: Oh Anne! - Carter Ryan Theatre - Canmore
21:00 🎶 Live Music: Dr.Z Duo - Tavern 1883 - Canmore
22:00 🎤 Music: Live On Stage - The Drake Inn - Canmore
TBA 🎨 Indigenous Peoples Day: FREE Creative Kits Pick Up - artsPlace Canmore
Sun, 22nd June
04:00 - 🌄 Moraine Lake Sunrise & Lake Louise - Banff or Canmore
09:00 - 🚌 Emerald Lake, Moraine Lake, Lake Louise, Johnston Canyon - Canmore
09:30 🎨 Paint & Meditate - Listen Studios - Canmore
10:00 🎨 Family Sunday artsPlay - artsPlace Canmore - Canmore
11:00 🍔 Grizzly Paw Community BBQ - Grizzly Paw - Canmore
13:00 🥁 Drum Making Workshop - Listen Studios - Canmore
15:00 🎭 Musical: Oh Anne! - Carter Ryan Theatre - Canmore
18:00 🎶 Live Music: Tyler Wood - The Local - Canmore
19:00 🎵 Live Music @ Eclipse - Eclipse Coffee Roasters - Canmore
19:30 🎤 Live Music: Jeremy Fisher - artsPlace Canmore - Canmore
20:00 ❓ Music Bingo with Sam - Tavern 1883 - Canmore
TBA 🎨 Indigenous Peoples Day: FREE Creative Kits Pick Up - artsPlace 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.
🍺 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)
⛳ Canmore Golf & Curling Club (16:00-21:00, Daily)
🍸 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 (13:00-15:00, Mon-Fri)
🥂 Stirling Dining Room and Lounge (Malcolm Hotel) (12:00-17:00, Daily)
🍺 Tank310 (14:00-17:00, Sun-Fri)
🍹 Tavern 1883 (14:00-16:00, Sun-Fri)
🍔 The Bankhead Restaurant (14:00-17:00, Daily)
🍻 The Drake Pub (15:00-18:00, 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)
🍸 Wild Life Distillery (18:00-20:00, Mon-Fri)
👋 That’s All For Now 🎬
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