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Canmore, let's make it a weekend to remember! 🎶 Live music is everywhere, with performances at The Drake, Tavern 1883, and ArtsPlace. 🍷 Plus, Canmore Uncorked is just around the corner, so now's the time to start planning which restaurants and special events to hit!

Want to stay active? The Nordiq Canada Ski Nationals kicks off, plus plenty of outdoor fun is waiting at the Canmore Nordic Centre. Dive into the full lineup of events below and get ready for an exciting weekend!

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🍷 Canmore Uncorked - A Feast for Food Lovers! 🍽️

Canmore Uncorked, the town’s first-ever food festival, is set to take place from April 3-12, celebrating Canmore’s thriving culinary scene with 10 days of special menus, events, and unique experiences. Over 26 restaurants will offer set-price 3-course meals at $19, $29, or $39, making it the perfect time to explore Canmore’s diverse dining options.

Beyond the dining experiences, the festival will feature eight exclusive food and wine events, including cooking courses and a long table dinner. Foodies can also participate in the Progressive Wine Tasting event at the Georgetown Inn on April 6 (5:00 p.m.) and April 10 (7:00 p.m.), where they’ll enjoy an educational tasting session paired with live Celtic music from The Last Order. Tickets are $20, and advance booking is recommended.

To add to the excitement, diners will receive a festival passport stamp when they eat at participating venues. Collecting stamps grants access to the Grand Prize Draw, featuring over $4,000 in prizes!

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📅 Friday, March 14

10:00 🛍️ Full Moon Swap - Goose Moon 📍 Friends Program Room, Canmore Library
A community-driven exchange event where you can swap, donate, or pick up household goods, gardening supplies, and more. More

17:00 ♟️ Chess Night 📍 Canmore Public Library
A drop-in chess night for all ages and skill levels. Chess sets available, but participants are welcome to bring their own. More

19:00 🎱 Friday Night Bingo 📍 Canmore Legion
Weekly Bingo at the Canmore Legion! Arrive early for preferred seating and enjoy delicious food from Avi’s kitchen. More

20:00 💃 Salsa Socials - Latin Dance Class + Party 📍 ArtsPlace
Join the Bow Valley’s favourite Latin Dance Party! Start with a dance class at 8 PM, then enjoy a night of DJ music, social dancing, and snacks. More

📅 Saturday, March 15

10:55 🎭 Fidelio by L.V. Beethoven - Live Screening in HD 📍 ArtsPlace
Soprano Lise Davidsen stars as Leonore in Beethoven’s only opera, a gripping tale of love and courage. More

13:00 🐶 Spring Dog Day Open House 📍 Bow Valley SPCA
Meet adoptable dogs at this special open house! For anyone looking to adopt or just wanting to spend time with some friendly pups. More

13:15 🥃 Saturday Distillery Tour 📍 Wildlife Distillery
Go behind the scenes at Wildlife Distillery and discover the craft of spirit production. More

13:30 ✍️ Valery Petrich - Author Signing 📍 Café Books
Join author Valery Petrich for a signing of Om Canada: An Intimate Glimpse at Yoga’s Firsts. More

17:00 🛍️ Full Moon Swap - Goose Moon 📍 Friends Program Room, Canmore Library
A community-driven exchange event where you can swap, donate, or pick up household goods, gardening supplies, and more. More

19:00 🎬 REEL ROCK 19 📍 ArtsPlace
ENTER THE REEL ROCK! A thrilling screening showcasing some of the best climbing and adventure films of the year. More

📅 Sunday, March 16

10:00 🎿 2025 Nordiq Canada Ski Nationals 📍 Canmore Nordic Centre
The 97th Nordiq Canada Ski Nationals take place from March 17-23, featuring elite skiers in a Tier 1 FIS-sanctioned event. More

10:30 🎿 Cross-country Skiing 📍 Canmore Olympic Nordic Centre
Join this cross-country skiing activity covering 5km of tracks at the Nordic Centre. More

11:00 🎿 Sortie Ski de Fond 📍 Canmore Nordic Centre Provincial Park
Join Calgary Accueil for a cross-country skiing outing at Canmore Nordic Centre! Open to all skill levels. More

15:00 🐶 Essential Life Skills Class 📍 Outdoors at The Carla Cumming Sojonky Adoption Centre
This 5-week course helps your dog develop obedience, manners, and leash training in a structured environment. More

📅 Friday, March 14

17:00 🎶 Carlyn Patricia Reilly @ Community Fridays 📍 Canmore Brewing Company
Enjoy an intimate and engaging live performance by Carlyn Patricia Reilly! More

20:00 🎸 Powerhouze - Live at The Drake 📍 The Drake Inn
An electrifying weekend with Powerhouze! This high-energy band will deliver two nights of unforgettable live music. More

21:00 🎸 40 Watts 📍 Tavern 1883
Live music every weekend at Tavern 1883 - don't miss 40 Watts bringing the energy! More

21:00 🎶 Live Music - Greg Doucette 📍 Canmore Rose & Crown
Enjoy an evening of great music and vibrant energy as Greg Doucette brings his unique acoustic style to the stage. More

📅 Saturday, March 15

19:30 🎶 Men of the Mountains - Down by the Riverside 📍 Silvertip Resort
Experience a spectacular choral performance by the Men of the Mountains. More

20:00 🎸 Powerhouze - Live at The Drake 📍 The Drake Inn
An electrifying weekend with Powerhouze! This high-energy band will deliver two nights of unforgettable live music. More

21:00 🎶 RETROGRADE | Unconditional Wub 📍 Canmore Hotel
Join us for the first RETROGRADE show of 2025! Featuring special guests KHAOSDUBZ, BUNNY HOPS, and LETHARGICA. More

21:00 🎶 Phil Nugent @ Tavern 1883 📍 Tavern 1883
Live music every weekend at Tavern 1883 - don’t miss Phil Nugent bringing the vibes! More

21:00 🎶 Live Music - Mike Burns 📍 Canmore Rose & Crown
Enjoy a night of live music with Mike Burns at Canmore Rose & Crown. Expect a lively atmosphere and great tunes at one of Canmore’s favorite live music venues. More

📅 Sunday, March 16

19:30 🎶 Classical: Prairie Sons 📍 ArtsPlace
Award-winning musicians David Liam Roberts (cellist) and Godwin Friesen (pianist) bring the spirit of the Canadian Prairies to life. More

20:00 🎶 Music Bingo with Sam 📍 Tavern 1883
Grab your friends and join the fun for a night of music-themed bingo! A great way to test your music knowledge while enjoying a lively atmosphere. More

🍺 Blake Brewhouse & Distillery 
🕒 Happy Hour (Mon-Fri, 2PM-5PM) More info
🍽️ 25% off all starters, dumplings, BLAKE beer, RTDs, and signature cocktails

🍕 Bridgette Bar
🕒 Happy Hour (2PM-5PM, Daily) More info
🍹 50% off all beverages and pizzas

🎯 Cangolf 
🕒 Reverse Happy Hour (Thurs-Sun, 8PM-Close) More info
🍺 $5 house wine, pints, and well highballs; $10 happy hour food menu; $40/hour simulator bookings

🍺 Canmore Brewing Co
🕒 Happy Hour (Fri: 4PM-7PM, Mon, Wed, Thu: 7PM-9PM, Sun: 6PM-8PM) More info
🍻 $6 pints

🍕 Crazyweed Kitchen 
🕒 Happy Hour (2PM-5PM, Daily) More info
🍸 50% off doughs and drinks

🍷 Fergus & Bix 
🕒 Happy Hour (2:30PM-5:30PM, Daily) More info
🍺 Beer $5.50, Wine $6/$9, Prosecco $8, Caesars $7, Discounted appetizers

🍽️ Kain Tayo
🕒 Happy Hour (3PM-5PM, Daily) More info
🍷 25% off all appetizers, $2 off beer & cider, 25% off wine by the glass

🍷 Murrieta's 
🕒 Happy Hour (Mon-Fri, 2PM-5PM) More info
🍕 Select half-priced appetizers; $7 select draft beer, wine, and highballs ​

🍻 Rose & Crown Restaurant & Pub
🕒 Happy Hour (2PM-6PM, Mon-Fri) More info
🍺 20oz Pints $7, Domestic Bottles $5.25, Highballs $5.25, Wine $6

🍕 Tank310 
🕒 Happy Hour (Sun-Fri, 2PM-5PM) More info
🍺 Pizza & a pint $25, 16oz draught $6

🍺 Tavern 1883
🕒 Happy Hour (2PM-5PM, Daily) More info
🍹 40% off all food and drink

🍻 The Drake Pub 
🕒 Happy Hour (2PM-7PM, Sun-Fri) More info
🍺 $5 selected beers, highballs, wine; 50% off selected appetizers

🍺 The Grizzly Paw Brewing Co.
🕒 Happy Hour (3PM-6PM, Mon-Fri) More info
🍕 $6 pints, $15 Pork Belly, Tacos, Poutine, or Fungi Feast Flatbread

🍸 The Mineshaft Tavern 
🕒 Happy Hour (2PM-6PM) More info
🥃 Selected drinks $6

🍹 Where the Buffalo Roam 
🕒 Happy Hour (Mon-Fri, 2PM-5PM) More info
🍸 $10 feature cocktails; 20% off selected items ​

🍸 Wild Life Distillery 
🕒 Happy Hour (Mon-Fri, 6PM-8PM) More info
🍹 $8 cocktails and $5 canned cocktails

Need a break from the usual? This week's Out and About is all about unique escapes beyond Banff! Take a moonlit icewalk through Johnston Canyon, journey to the summit for stargazing, or head to Calgary for NHL action and a legendary night of Irish folk music. Craving adventure, fine dining, or a change of scenery? There's something exciting waiting for you just outside town. 🚗✨

📅 Daily

🕖 18:00 & 19:00 🚶‍♂️ Johnston Canyon Evening Icewalk 📍 Mount Royal Hotel, Banff
Experience the magic of Johnston Canyon at night with a guided icewalk under the stars. Walk along frozen catwalks, admire cascading ice formations, and warm up with hot chocolate. Small group tour with a live guide. Free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance.

📅 Friday, March 14

🕒 3:00 PM 🍽️ Castle Food Experience 📍 Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel
Enjoy a premium tasting tour inside the historic Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel. This experience includes tastings of Alberta’s finest foods, a behind-the-scenes look at the hotel, and a private wine cellar pairing. Small group sizes ensure an exclusive experience. More

🕖 7:00 PM 🏒 Calgary Flames vs. Colorado Avalanche 📍 Scotiabank Saddledome, Calgary
Get ready for an intense NHL showdown as the Calgary Flames take on the Colorado Avalanche at the Saddledome. Whether you're a hardcore hockey fan or just looking for an exciting night out, expect fast-paced action, big hits, and an electric atmosphere. Make the trip from Banff and cheer on the Flames as they fight for a big win! More 

🕖 Various times 🚶‍♂️ Astronomical Events at Nightrise 📍 Banff Gondola, Sulphur Mountain
Head to the summit for a celestial celebration featuring stargazing, marshmallow roasting, and cocktails at the Nightrise Bar. Special event: Total Lunar Eclipse. Weather-dependent. More

📅 Saturday, March 15, 2025

🕗 8:00 PM 🎶 The Irish Rovers 📍 Grey Eagle Casino, Calgary
Legendary folk band The Irish Rovers are celebrating 60 years of music with a special tour stop in Calgary. Known for their timeless hits like The Unicorn and Wasn't That a Party, their mix of Celtic folk and singalong anthems guarantees a lively night. Doors open at 6:30 PM. More

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