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🎉The Best of Canmore This Weekend - Don’t Miss Out!🏔️
📍 Everything happening in Canmore, all in one place! 🎶🍽️🏕️
Jill Jones
March 20, 2025
Hello Canmore!
It's almost time to shake off the workweek and dive into a fun-filled weekend! 🍻 With the Nordiq ski event still in full swing, it's the perfect chance to catch some exciting races. We also have a great lineup of live events, happy hour specials, and community activities to keep you entertained. Plus, early bird tickets for the Canmore Folk Festival are now on sale - check out the spotlight section below for all the details!
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CANMORE FOLK FESTIVAL - EARLY BIRD PASSES ON SALE NOW!
Canmore’s long-running music festival is making a return this summer, and fans won’t want to miss it! The Canmore Folk Music Festival, now in its 48th year, will take over Centennial Park from August 2-4, 2025, bringing three days of incredible live music amid stunning mountain scenery.
What to Expect This Year
While the full artist lineup is still under wraps, past festivals have featured a diverse mix of folk, roots, blues, and world music artists from across Canada and beyond. Festival-goers can expect multiple stages, artisan markets, food vendors serving delicious bites from across the Bow Valley, and family-friendly activities.
Early Bird Tickets Available Now
Early bird full-weekend passes are now on sale for those eager to secure their spot! These discounted passes offer a great deal for attendees who plan to experience the full weekend of music and festivities.
🎟️ Early Bird Weekend Pass: Available now for a limited time
🎟️ Single-Day Tickets: To be released closer to the event
This year’s lineup, evening schedule, and details of single-day passes will be announced soon! For more details and to grab your early-bird passes, visit CanmoreFolkFestival.com.
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📅 Next Open House: March 22 View Listing & Details
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📅 Next Open House: March 22 View Listing & Details
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📅 Friday, March 21
10:00 🚶♂️ 2025 Nordiq Canada Ski Nationals 📍 Canmore Nordic Centre
The 97th Nordiq Canada Ski Nationals will take place from March 17-23 More
13:00 🎲 Teen Dragon Club 📍 Canmore Public Library
A fantasy-themed gaming club for teens featuring the campaign Chains of Asmodeus. More
15:00 📚 Spring Book Sale 📍 Canmore Public Library
Browse thousands of books at amazing prices! Open to the general public from March 21-23. More
17:00 ♟️ Chess Night 📍 Canmore Public Library
Drop-in chess night for all ages and skill levels. Chess sets provided, or bring your own. More
17:30 ☘️ CSA St. Patrick's Party Night 📍 Canmore Seniors Association
Celebrate with live music, surprises, and a two-course Irish meal. Tickets: $35 (members), $40 (guests). Cash bar available. More
19:00 🎟️ Friday Night Bingo 📍 Canmore Legion
A popular weekly bingo night with great food from Avi’s Kitchen. Arrive early for preferred seating! More
19:30 🤣 Friday Night Comedy: Myles Morrison with Matt Donlevy 📍 ArtsPlace
A stand-up comedy night featuring Myles Morrison, a Just for Laughs and Amazon Prime comedy special performer, along with Matt Donlevy. More
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📅 Saturday, March 22
08:30 💃 The b. class® 📍 830 8th Street, Canmore
A unique fitness class combining movement, music, and mindfulness. Drop-in: $21. More
10:00 📚 Spring Book Sale 📍 Canmore Public Library
Browse thousands of books at incredible prices. Open to the public from March 21-23. Bring your own bag! More
12:00 ✍️ Author Signings 📍 Café Books, Canmore
Meet authors, hear their stories, and take home signed editions. A great opportunity for book lovers! More
13:15 🥃 Saturday Distillery Tour 📍 Wild Life Distillery
Get an inside look at the craft of spirit production followed by a complimentary cocktail. Tickets: $29. More
16:30 🎭 The Volunteers - Public Screening, Q&A & Reception 📍 ArtsPlace
A free documentary screening followed by a Q&A session and reception. RSVP required. More
📅 Sunday, March 23
10:00 📚 Spring Book Sale 📍 Canmore Public Library
Last day of the sale! Special $10 fill-a-bag deal available. More
14:30 🧩 Speed Puzzling Competition 📍 Canmore Legion
Compete solo or in teams to complete a puzzle as fast as possible! Pre-registration required. More
20:00 🎶 Music Bingo with Sam 📍 Tavern 1883
A fun twist on traditional bingo - listen to songs, match them on your card, and win prizes! More
📅 Friday, March 21
17:00 🎶 Brad Bischoff @ Community Fridays 📍 Canmore Brewing Company
Enjoy an evening of folk, roots, and western music with Brad Bischoff. More
21:00 🎶 Dr.Z Duo 📍 Tavern 1883
Live music every weekend at Tavern 1883 - come and enjoy an evening of great tunes! More
21:00 🎸 Live Music with LifzGood Acoustic 📍 Canmore Rose & Crown
Doug Taylor performs a mix of classics from The Beatles to Coldplay, using his 6 or 12-string guitar. More
22:00 🎸 Shots Fired - Live Music 📍 The Drake
Enjoy an energetic live performance by Shots Fired at The Drake. More
📅 Saturday, March 22
21:00 🎶 Dr.Z Duo 📍 Tavern 1883
Enjoy live music every weekend at Tavern 1883! More
22:00 🎸 Shots Fired - Live Music 📍 The Drake
Experience an energetic live music performance from Shots Fired. More
🍺 Blake Brewhouse & Distillery
🕒 Happy Hour (2PM-5PM, Mon-Fri) More
🍽️ 25% off all starters, dumplings, BLAKE beer, RTDs, and signature cocktails
🍕 Bridgette Bar
🕒 Happy Hour (2PM-5PM, Daily) More
🍹 50% off all beverages and pizzas
🎯 Cangolf
🕒 Reverse Happy Hour (8PM-Close, Thurs-Sun) More
🍺 $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
🍻 $6 pints
🍕 Crazyweed Kitchen
🕒 Happy Hour (2PM-5PM, Daily) More
🍸 50% off doughs and drinks
🍷 Fergus & Bix
🕒 Happy Hour (2:30PM-5:30PM & 9PM-Close, Daily) More
🍺 Beer $5.50, Wine $6/$9, Prosecco $8, Caesars $7, Discounted appetizers
🍽️ Kain Tayo
🕒 Happy Hour (3PM-5PM, Daily) More
🍷 25% off all appetizers, $2 off beer & cider, 25% off wine by the glass
🍷 Murrieta's
🕒 Happy Hour (2PM-5PM, Fri & Sat) More
🍕 Select half-priced appetizers; $7 select draft beer, wine, and highballs
🍺 Rhythm & Howl
🕒 Happy Hour (4PM-6PM, Sun-Thur; 3PM-6PM, Fri & Sat)
🍽️ Enjoy drinks starting at $6; discounts on selected food items More
🍻 Rose & Crown Restaurant & Pub
🕒 Happy Hour (2PM-6PM, Mon-Fri) More
🍺 20oz Pints $7, Domestic Bottles $5.25, Highballs $5.25, Wine $6
🍕 Tank310
🕒 Happy Hour (2PM-5PM, Sun-Fri) More
🍺 Pizza & a pint $25, 16oz draught $6
🍺 Tavern 1883
🕒 Happy Hour (2PM-5PM, Daily) More
🍹 40% off all food and drink
🍻 The Drake Pub
🕒 Happy Hour (2PM-7PM, Sun-Fri) More
🍺 $5 selected beers, highballs, wine
🍺 The Grizzly Paw Brewing Co.
🕒 Happy Hour (3PM-6PM, Mon-Fri) More
🍕 $6 pints, $15 Pork Belly, Tacos, Poutine, or Fungi Feast Flatbread
🍸 The Mineshaft Tavern
🕒 Happy Hour (2PM-6PM, daily) More
🥃 Selected drinks $6
🍹 Where the Buffalo Roam
🕒 Happy Hour (2PM-5PM, Mon-Fri) More
🍸 $10 feature cocktails; 20% off selected items
🍸 Wild Life Distillery
🕒 Happy Hour (6PM-8PM, Mon-Fri) More
🍹 $8 cocktails and $5 canned cocktails
📅 Daily (Until April 30th)
09:00 🚶♂️ Icefields Parkway & Abraham Lake Ice Bubbles 📍 Banff Train Station
Embark on a journey to witness Abraham Lake's mesmerizing ice bubbles, enjoy a snowy trek to Peyto Lake's breathtaking viewpoint, and uncover hidden wonders along the Icefields Parkway. More
📅 Daily
08:00 🚶♂️ Emerald Lake, Moraine, Louise, Johnston Canyon & Banff Town 📍 Calgary, Canmore & Banff
Visit the pristine waters of Emerald Lake, the iconic Lake Louise, and the dramatic scenery of Moraine Lake. Explore Johnston Canyon’s striking rock formations and waterfalls. The journey concludes with a visit to Banff. More
📅 Daily (Until April 12th)
08:20 & 13:20 🚶♂️ Lake Louise Winterland Tour 📍 Mount Royal Hotel Banff
Experience a magical winter wonderland at Lake Louise. This guided tour provides ample time to explore the picturesque lake and engage in classic Canadian winter activities. More
📅 Daily (From April 2nd)
11:30 🚶♂️ Banff: Wagon Ride with Cowboy Cookout BBQ 📍 Banff Trail Riders Stables, Banff
Enjoy a rustic adventure with a wagon ride along the scenic Bow River and the base of Sulphur Mountain. This tour features a cowboy cookout BBQ, where guests can savour delicious grilled dishes. More
📅 Daily
08:30 🚶♂️ Banff: Wildlife and Sightseeing Minibus Tour 📍 Mount Royal Hotel Banff
This 3 to 3.5-hour minibus tour provides an excellent introduction to Banff National Park's wildlife and landmarks. Visit scenic viewpoints, historic sites, and natural habitats while searching for wildlife such as elk, deer, and bighorn sheep. More
📅 Daily
Multiple Time Slots 🚁 Canmore: 25-Minute Three Sisters Helicopter Tour 📍 Alpine Helicopters, 91 Bow Valley Trail, Canmore
Experience the breathtaking beauty of the iconic Three Sisters Peaks in the Canadian Rockies on this thrilling 25-minute helicopter tour. This aerial adventure offers stunning panoramic views of rugged mountain landscapes, snow-capped peaks, and deep valleys. More
That’s your weekend guide, Canmore! 🍁 Whether you're sipping a handcrafted cocktail, dancing to live tunes, or scoring a great deal at happy hour, make the most of it! We hope you have an amazing weekend! 🎉 Jill & Kevin |  |
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