🎉Canmore’s Week Ahead: Openings, Events & Local Highlights 🏔️

Bonjour, Canmore! This week, we're raising a glass to Chez Francois as they celebrate 35 years of serving up delicious French and Québécois cuisine in the Bow Valley. Plus, there's a new specialty market in town and plenty of exciting events in the week ahead. Read on for all the details!

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🥂 Chez Francois Celebrates 35 Years in Canmore!

Chez Francois, a beloved Canmore restaurant, is marking 35 years of serving the Bow Valley community. Founded in 1990 by Jean and Sylvie Francois, the restaurant brings a taste of traditional French and Québécois cuisine to the Rockies. The couple, originally from Montreal, settled in Canmore with a dream of creating an inviting space for locals and visitors to enjoy classic dishes. Over the years, Chez Francois has become a staple for hearty breakfasts, French-inspired lunches, and warm hospitality. Whether you're a longtime patron or a first-time visitor, now is the perfect time to celebrate this milestone with them!
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🛍️ New Market in Town: The Spring Creek Market by Rusticana

Canmore’s shopping scene just got a delicious upgrade! The Spring Creek Market by Rusticana officially opened this week, offering a mix of deli items and locally sourced gourmet products. The grand opening event on March 8 featured face painting, food tastings, and family-friendly fun. This new specialty market is set to become a go-to for quality local goods.
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Looking for a new home in Canmore? Check out these stunning properties with upcoming open houses. Don’t miss the chance to see them in person!

🏡 511 Larch Place, Canmore
💰 $1,475,000
🛏️ 2+2 Bedrooms - 3 Bathrooms - 1,267 Sq. Ft.
📅 Next Open House: March 9, 2-5 PM | View Listing & Details

🏡 148, 200 Prospect Heights, Canmore
💰 $1,250,000
🛏️ 1+1 Bedrooms - 3 Bathrooms - 1,421 Sq. Ft.
📅 Next Open House: March 9, 2-4 PM | View Listing & Details

🏡 308 Canyon Close, Canmore
💰 $1,495,000
🛏️ 2+2 Bedrooms - 3 Bathrooms - 2,089 Sq. Ft.
📅 Next Open House: March 9, 1-2 PM | View Listing & Details

🔎 Looking for more open houses in Canmore?
Check out all upcoming open houses here: Click for a complete list

📅 Monday, March 10

14:00 ✨ Things You Need to Know From The IT World 📍 Canmore Seniors Association
Learn about online storage, secure access, and AI integration in this free tech session. More info

📅 Tuesday, March 11

09:00 ✨ The Beautiful Gospel Gathering 📍 Canmore Opera House
An immersive, interactive experience exploring the Gospel with inspiring speakers. More info

18:00 🎲 Game Night 📍 Tavern 1883
Join us for a fun game night - bring your own or play from our collection. More info

18:00 ✍️ Library Studio: Beginner Latin Lesson 📍 Canmore Library
Learn Latin basics, pronunciation, and history in this interactive beginner-friendly lesson. More info

19:00 ❓ Trivia Tuesday 📍 Canmore Rose & Crown
Test your knowledge, win prizes, and enjoy food and drink specials at Trivia Night. More info

19:00 🎬 Reel Rock 19 📍 artsPlace
A second listing for Reel Rock 19, featuring another exciting screening of climbing films. More info

📅 Wednesday, March 12

08:00 🎿 Women's Local Ski Day 📍 4C 906 Bow Valley Trail, Canmore
A backcountry ski session for women with ACMG Guide Erica Roles to refine skills and build confidence. More info

08:00 ☕ Canmore Coffee Connector 📍 Float Canmore
A networking event for professionals and business owners with complimentary coffee. More info

14:00 💻 Tech Tips & Tutoring 📍 Canmore Library
Drop in for free tech support on files, social media, new devices, and more. More info

18:00 🥗 Nutrition & Inflammation 📍 Banff (Exact Location TBD)
Learn about food choices to reduce inflammation in this free session with a registered dietitian. More info

18:15 📖 Spring Business Book Club 📍 Canmore Library
Discuss "Likeable Badass" with fellow business professionals in this networking book club. More info

19:00 🎨 Make & Mingle 📍 CanMore Together
A casual creative space for 2SLGBTQIA+ community members to craft, connect, and play games. More info

20:30 ❓ Trivia with Awale 📍 Tavern 1883
$2 per person entry with prizes every round, plus food and drink specials. More info

📅 Thursday, March 13

18:30 🎨 Grand Creative Clay - Pinch Pots 📍 artsPlace
A special ceramics workshop for grandparents and grandchildren to create together. More info

19:00 ♠️ Thursday Night Poker 📍 Canmore Legion
Join a fun group of regulars for poker night with great food and drinks. New players welcome. More info

19:00 🎬 REEL ROCK 19 📍 artsPlace
Experience another screening of Reel Rock 19, featuring thrilling climbing films. More info

19:00 ❓ Trivia Thursdays 📍 The Drake Inn, Canmore
Test your knowledge at Trivia Night while enjoying food and drink specials. More info

19:00 🍸 Lucky Cocktail-Making Class 📍 Wildlife Distillery
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a hands-on cocktail class led by mixologist Cyan. More info

📅 Monday, March 10

🎤 Karaoke Night 📍 The Drake Inn, Canmore
Sing your heart out or enjoy a fun-filled night of music and laughter. More info

📅 Tuesday, March 11

19:00 🎶 BTU - Bentall Taylor Ulrich 📍 Eclipse Coffee Roasters
Experience an intimate evening of music and storytelling with BTU at Eclipse. More info

📅 Wednesday, March 12

19:00 🎤 Open Mic Night 📍 The Local Canmore
Showcase your musical talent at this fun and supportive open mic event. More info

19:30 🎶 Folk & Roots: Lucy MacNeil 📍 artsPlace
Experience the enchanting music of Cape Breton’s Lucy MacNeil live in concert. More info

21:00 🎸 Jam/Open Mic Night 📍 Canmore Rose & Crown
Bring your talent and join the weekly open mic night with instruments and a P.A. system provided. More info

📅 Thursday, March 13

21:00 🎸 Pickle Juice + AHRF Live 📍 The Drake Inn, Canmore
Catch Pickle Juice and AHRF for an electrifying night of live music. $10 entry fee. More info

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

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

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

🍺 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 (Canmore)
🕒 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 from $6

🍹 Where the Buffalo Roam (Canmore)
🕒 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

⛰️🎶 Canmore Folk Festival Update - Get Ready for 2025!

The countdown to the 48th Canmore Folk Festival is on! Set for August 2-4, 2025, this year's event promises another incredible weekend of live music and community spirit in the heart of the Rockies. The lineup and day passes will be released at the end of this month, so there's still time to grab early bird passes before prices go up! Don't miss your chance to secure your spot at one of the best weekends of the summer. Get Your Passes

📢 Folk Festival Annual General Meeting - March 19

Join the Canmore Folk Music Festival Society's AGM on March 19 from 7:00-9:00 PM to reflect on the festival's 2024 accomplishments and financial results. Non-voting members can tune in online. RSVP for the link at [email protected].

🎸 Join the Canmore Folk Festival Board of Directors

Passionate about live music and community events? The Canmore Folk Music Festival is looking for volunteer Board of Directors candidates! Ideal applicants have experience in governance, law, finance, HR, or fundraising and can commit to about 10 board meetings per year, plus involvement in festival planning. [email protected].

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