Live Music, Easter Fun & Big Laughs - Your Canmore Weekend Guide!

Hey Canmore! This weekend is packed with things to do, from family fun to late-night beats. Start with Thursday's jazz fundraiser at the Legion, then roll into a weekend of live music, comedy, and community.

Saturday's got something for everyone - Easter fun at The Malcolm, author meet-and-greets, brewery tours, and a full lineup of concerts across town.

Want something more chill? Catch the Simon & Garfunkel tribute at Carter-Ryan or explore Canmore's past on a guided history walk. Dive into the full list below and make the most of every minute! 🎤🍺🎨

🚍 Plan ahead for Lake Louise and Moraine Lake visits
With Moraine Lake Road closed to cars, Parks Canada shuttles, Roam Transit, and Super Pass options are the only way to guarantee lake access. More

🎸 AmpFest IV drops 14-band lineup for Canmore metal & punk festival
Cabrakaän headlines the all-ages show at artsPlace on July 20, joined by 13 acts including Regal Foul, Toxic Fem, and The Petty Larceneers. More

🍬 How Olde Tyme Candy Shoppe got its sweet start
In 1997, Kevin sold his house to open a 400-square-foot candy shop on Canmore's Main Street - and it's been delighting sweet tooths ever since. More

🎟️ Liberal candidate questions party's free parks entry plan
Michael Fark warns that waiving Banff National Park fees this summer could hurt services unless funding is replaced. More

🏘️ The curious story of Canmore's North and South
A detailed look at how polling stations, coal mines, and rail depots shaped Canmore's original neighbourhood names - and why only one stuck. More

📅 Thurs, 17th Apr

16:00 🎷 Jazz, Pop & Blues Fundraiser, Canmore Legion
Live jazz, pop, and blues with Exit 91 in support of Bow Valley Connections Centre. Donations enter you to win a wine basket. More

📅 Fri, 18th Apr

14:00 🗳️ All Candidates Forum - CanGOLF
Liberal, NDP, and Conservative candidates in a public Q&A and mingle.

17:00 ♟️ Chess Night - Canmore Library
Drop-in chess for all ages. Sets provided or bring your own.

17:00 🎶 Sof and Ben - Canmore Brewing Company
Live music with $6 Happy Hour pints (14:00-19:00).

19:30 😂 Tim Nutt Comedy - ArtsPlace
Stand-up comedy from veteran comic Tim Nutt.

19:30 🍷 Drinking Habits - Miners' Union Hall
A comedy play presented by Pine Tree Players.

19:30 🎶 Hazy Shade of Winter - Carter-Ryan Theatre
Tribute concert featuring Simon & Garfunkel hits.

21:00 🎵 Dr.Z Duo - Tavern 1883
Weekend live music session.

21:00 🎶 Greg Doucette - The Rose and Crown
Originals and covers in a live set.

22:00 🎧 DJ TENAX - The Rose and Crown
Late-night DJ set from 10 PM to 2 AM.

22:00 🎤 Friday Live - The Drake Inn
Weekly live band performance.

📅 Sat, 19th Apr

10:00 🐣 Easter Egg Hunt - The Malcolm Hotel
Free Easter hunt for kids. Runs until 11:30 AM.

12:00 ✍️ Book Signing with Elinor Florence - Café Books
Meet the author of Finding Flora. Signing runs until 4 PM.

13:00 🥾 History Walk - Canmore Museum
Guided outdoor tour through downtown Canmore.

13:00 💦 WIBIT Obstacle Course - Elevation Place
Inflatable course fun until 7 PM. Ages 6+.

13:15 🍸 Distillery Tour - Wildlife Distillery
1-hour tour plus cocktail. $29.

13:30 🍺 Brewery Tour & Tasting - Canmore Brewing Company
Includes four tasters and a guided tour. $20 per person.

18:30 🎤 wiL and Company - Spring Creek Opera House
Live show featuring new single Pieces.

19:00 🎶 Elk Run & Riot, Sully’s Garage & Jeremy Petroff - Canmore Legion
Triple bill of live music. Tickets online.

19:30 🎶 Hazy Shade of Winter - Carter-Ryan Theatre
Simon & Garfunkel tribute concert.

19:30 🍷 Drinking Habits - Miners' Union Hall
A comedy play by Pine Tree Players.

21:00 🎵 Dr.Z Duo - Tavern 1883
Live music from 9 PM to midnight.

21:00 🎸 Reed Alton - The Rose and Crown
Rock and soulful melodies live until midnight.

22:00 🎤 Saturday Live - The Drake Inn
Weekly live band performance.

📅 Sun, 20th Apr

10:00 🎨 Family Sunday artsPlay - ArtsPlace
Free visual arts workshops for families. Sessions at 10:00 & 11:15.

14:00 🍷 Drinking Habits - Miners' Union Hall
Relaxed, accessible performance of the comedy play.

15:00 🎶 Hazy Shade of Winter - Carter-Ryan Theatre
Simon & Garfunkel tribute concert.

19:00 🎱 Bingo Night - Canmore Legion
Weekly bingo with food from Avi's Kitchen.

19:00 🎶 WiL & Co Live - Canmore Brewing Company
Indie folk rock concert. Doors at 18:00.

20:00 🎵 Music Bingo with Sam - Tavern 1883
Bingo night with a musical twist.

📅Future Events

📅 Fri, 9th May
20:00 🎤 Dean Lewis 📍 Grey Eagle Resort & Casino
Live performance by Australian singer-songwriter Dean Lewis. more

📅 Sat, 5th Jul
19:30 🎤 Shania Twain 📍 Scotiabank Saddledome
Canadian country-pop star performs iconic hits live. more

📅 Fri, 12th Sep
18:30 🎤 Keith Urban 📍 Scotiabank Saddledome
Global country star live with chart-topping hits and a high-energy show. more

Kananaskis 100 Mile Relay Returns June 21st, 2025

Get ready to lace up and hit the highs - literally! The legendary Kananaskis 100 Mile Relay is back on Saturday, June 21, 2025, and it’s promising an epic day.

Starting bright and early at 6:00 a.m. in Longview, Alberta, this iconic race sends teams of ten runners on a journey through some of the most jaw-dropping scenery in the Rockies.

The course follows Highway 541, crosses the Highwood Pass - the highest paved highway in all of Canada - and winds down into the Kananaskis Valley, finishing at the stunning Kananaskis Village.

The event is capped at 60 teams, so if you're even thinking about joining, don’t wait. Registration is first-come, first-served, and only the team captain is needed to lock in your spot.

This isn’t your average relay. Make no mistake - it’s a tough, high-altitude 100-mile race through rugged terrain. Be There Races

🍺 Blake Brewhouse & Distillery (14:00-17:00, Mon-Fri)
25% off all starters, dumplings, BLAKE beer, RTDs, and signature cocktails

🍕 Bridgette Bar (14:00-17:00, Daily)
50% off all beverages and pizzas

🎯 Cangolf (20:00-close, Thurs-Sun)
$5 house wine, pints, and highballs; $10 happy hour food menu; $40/hour simulator bookings

🍕 Crazyweed Kitchen (14:00-17:00, Daily)
50% off doughs and drinks

🍷 Fergus & Bix (14:30-17:30 & 21:00-close, Daily)
Beer $5.50, Wine $6/$9, Prosecco $8, Caesars $7, Discounted appetizers

🍽️ Kain Tayo (15:00-17:00, Daily)
25% off all appetizers, $2 off beer & cider, 25% off wine by the glass

🍷 Murrieta's (14:00-17:00, Mon-Fri)
Select half-priced appetizers; $7 select draft beer, wine, and highballs

🍺 Rhythm & Howl (16:00-18:00, Sun-Thu; 15:00-18:00, Fri & Sat)
Enjoy drinks starting at $6; discounts on selected food items

🍻 Rose & Crown Restaurant & Pub (14:00-18:00, Mon-Fri)
20oz Pints $7, Domestic Bottles $5.25, Highballs $5.25, Wine $6

🍷 Stirling Dining Room and Lounge (Malcolm Hotel) (12:00-17:00, Daily)
25% off all beverages; select dishes for $13

🍕 Stoney's Grill at Silvertip Resort (14:00-18:00, Daily)
1/2 price pizzas (Four Cheese, Lady Mac, Neapolitan, Silvertip Forno); $7 beer, wine, or highballs

🍕 Tank310 (14:00-17:00, Sun-Fri)
Pizzas & a pint are $25, and a 16oz draught is $6

🍻 The Drake Pub (14:00-19:00, Sun-Fri)
$5 selected beers, highballs, and wine

🦞 The Drunken Lobster Oyster Bar (16:00-17:00, Wed-Sun)
$2 oysters; fish tacos (3 for $16); mussels ($18); mini lobster roll & chips ($16); 40% off wine, beer, cocktails, and highballs; $4 Screech shots

🍺 The Grizzly Paw Brewing Co. (15:00-18:00, Mon-Fri)
$6 pints, $15 Pork Belly, Tacos, Poutine, or Fungi Feast Flatbread

🍸 The Mineshaft Tavern (14:00-18:00, Daily)
Selected drinks $6

🍹 Where the Buffalo Roam (14:00-17:00, Mon-Fri)
$10 feature cocktails; 20% off selected items

🍸 Wild Life Distillery (18:00-20:00, Mon-Fri)
$8 cocktails and $5 canned cocktails

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