🎉Your Canmore Event Guide: What’s Happening This Weekend!🏔️

Hello Canmore!

The weekend is almost here, and with the weather warming up, it’s the perfect time to get out and enjoy everything happening around town!

Whether you’re in the mood for live music, creative workshops, or just a fun night out with friends, we have plenty of great ways to spend your time!

📅 Upcoming events
🍻 Where to eat & drink
🎭 Entertainment & nightlife
🏔️ Outdoor activities

Check out what’s on this weekend! ⬇️

What to expect from What’s On Canmore

Looking for something fun to do in Canmore? What’s On Canmore brings you the latest on events, live entertainment, food & drink, and outdoor activities.

We update twice a week so you’re always in the know:
📆 Sundays cover Monday – Thursday
📆 Thursdays cover Friday – Sunday
🎉 Extra editions for big events and holidays

Stay connected and make the most of every moment in Canmore!

🔥 From festivals to quiz nights and epic outdoor activities – here’s what’s happening!

📅 Friday, 21st February – 08:45
🧸 Sensory-Friendly Toys Together 📍 Family Connection Centre
A drop-in child development program designed for caregivers and children (0-6) who benefit from a low-sensory environment. More info

📅 Friday, 21st February – 09:30
🧸 Toys Together+ 📍 Family Connection Centre
An engaging drop-in program for caregivers and children (0-6), encouraging play, creativity, and socialization. Each session concludes with circle time featuring songs and stories. More info

📅 Friday, 21st February – 17:00
♟️ Chess Night at the Canmore Library 📍 Canmore Public Library
Enjoy a game of chess, connect with fellow players, and improve your skills! Open to all ages and experience levels. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. More info

📅 Friday, 21st February – 19:00
🎟️ Friday Night Bingo at the Canmore Legion 📍 The Canmore Legion
Weekly bingo night with great food from Avi’s kitchen. Arrive early to secure a seat—this event gets busy in winter! More info

📅 Friday, 21st February – 20:00
🕺 Ecstatic Dance @ The Yoga Lounge 📍 The Yoga Lounge
A night of free movement and community connection featuring a live DJ set by Lethargica. The event concludes with a calming Nidra Soundbath. More info

📅 Saturday, 22nd February – 08:45
🧸 Sensory-Friendly Toys Together 📍 Family Connection Centre
Another chance to join this wonderful sensory-friendly play session for little ones and their caregivers. More info

📅 Saturday, 22nd February – 09:30
🧸 Toys Together+ 📍 Family Connection Centre
A drop-in program for caregivers and children (0-6), promoting play, creativity, and socialization. Each session concludes with circle time featuring songs and stories. More info

📅 Saturday, 22nd February – 10:00
🚴 CAMBAPalooza 📍 Canmore Nordic Centre Provincial Park
A family-friendly winter festival featuring fat bike races, skills sessions, guided rides, a winter expo, hot chocolate, and more! More info

📅 Saturday, 22nd February – 13:00
🎭 Calgary Opera: The Witty Squirrel - FREE 📍 artsPlace Canmore
A delightful family-friendly opera about a squirrel who promises to prepare a feast for the King in exchange for golden teeth—what could go wrong? More info

📅 Saturday, 22nd February – 13:00
✍️ New Indigenous Workshops! 📍 Studio 209: Dawn Saunders Dahl
Explore Indigenous art and culture in this creative workshop. More info

📅 Saturday, 22nd February – 16:00
🚶‍♂️ Walk to Combat Homelessness 📍 Canmore
Support the local community by walking and raising awareness for homelessness. More info

📅 Saturday, 22nd February – 18:00
🧗 Queer and Trans Climb at CCG 📍 Canmore Climbing Gym
A welcoming, drop-in climbing event for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community and allies. Free for CCG members, reduced drop-in fees for non-members. More info

📅 Sunday, 23rd February – 10:00
🎭 FREE WORKSHOP - How to Audition: Preparing to Read Sides 📍 Canmore Miners' Union Hall
A hands-on workshop for aspiring actors looking to perfect their audition skills. Learn scene analysis, character choices, and how to deliver a confident performance. More info

📅 Sunday, 23rd February – 11:00
✍️ Gardeners Chronicle Workshop 📍 Bow Valley Garden Centre
Create a beautiful, personalized garden journal with Kathy Tippe from Wild Geese Expressive Arts. More info

📅 Sunday, 23rd February – 13:00
🎨 CLASS - Adventure Sketching 📍 artsPlace Canmore
Discover how to create quick, vibrant sketches using watercolour, pen, and ink. Learn to assemble a lightweight sketching kit for travel and adventure. More info

📅 Sunday, 23rd February – 13:30
🎭 Meet the Directors - Canmore Summer Theatre Festival 📍 Canmore Miners' Union Hall
Get to know the directors behind The Wizard of Oz and Treasure Island. Learn about the festival, ask questions, and enjoy tea, coffee, and cookies. More info

📅 Sunday, 23rd February – 14:00
🧘 Breathwork for Athletes 📍 Canmore Hot Yoga
Enhance lung capacity, endurance, and energy levels with science-backed breathwork techniques. Suitable for all fitness levels. More info

📅 Sunday, 23rd February – 20:00
🎶 Music Bingo with Sam 📍 Tavern 1883
Enjoy a fun night of music-themed bingo with friends! A great way to test your song knowledge while winning prizes. More info

🎸 Concerts, DJ sets, live bands, and all the best places to let loose!

📅 Friday, 21st February – 17:00
🎶 6 x 4 Blues @ Community Fridays 📍 Canmore Brewing
Enjoy an evening of blues, jazz, swing, and country with the dynamic duo Mike Shoemaker and Rhonda Shippy. More info

📅 Friday, 21st February – 19:30
🎭 Folk & Roots: Black Umfolosi 📍 artsPlace Canmore
Experience the stunning acapella harmonies and traditional dance of this Zimbabwean group, known for their mesmerizing imbube music. More info

📅 Friday, 21st February – 22:00
🎸 Three Hands In 📍 The Drake Pub
A high-energy cover band from Calgary, rocking the night with classic hits. More info

📅 Friday, 21st February – 21:00
🎶 Arn Smit 📍 Tavern 1883
Enjoy an intimate live performance from talented musician Arn Smit. More info

📅 Saturday, 22nd February – 19:00
🎶 Mitch Belot Live 📍 The Canmore Rose & Crown
Enjoy an evening with Mitch Belot, one of Alberta’s finest musicians. Great music, delicious food, and a lively atmosphere await! More info

📅 Saturday, 22nd February – 22:00
🎸 Three Hands In 📍 The Drake Pub
A high-energy cover band from Calgary bringing all your favourite rock hits. More info

📅 Saturday, 22nd February – 21:00
🎶 Music With Mr. Bird 📍 Tavern 1883
Enjoy an intimate and engaging live performance with Mr. Bird. More info

📅 Saturday, 22nd February – 22:00
🎧 DJ Tenax Live 📍 The Canmore Rose & Crown
Dance the night away with DJ Tenax spinning all your favourite tunes. Don’t forget your dancing shoes! More info

Dreaming of a mountain home? Check out this week’s real estate open houses!

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!

🏡 B, 288 Three Sisters Drive, Canmore
💰 $2,996,700
🛏️ 2+2 Bedrooms | 🛁 5 Bathrooms | 📏 2999 Sq. Ft.
📅 Next Open House: February 22
🔗 View Listing & Details

🏡 512 8th Avenue, Canmore
💰 $1,998,900
🛏️ 3 Bedrooms | 4 Bathrooms | 2,358 Sq. Ft.
📅 Next Open House: February 22
🔗 View Listing & Details

🏡 215 Miskow Close, Canmore
💰 $1,999,000
🛏️ 3+1 Bedrooms | 4 Bathrooms | 2,565 Sq. Ft.
📅 Next Open House: February 22
🔗 View Listing & Details

🔎 Looking for more open houses in Canmore?
Check out all upcoming open houses here: Click for Full List

🍻 Tasty bites, craft brews, and where to find the best happy hour deals in Canmore!

Happy Hours

🍺 Bridgette Bar – 50% off all beverages and pizzas | 2–5 PM, daily website
🍺 Canmore Brewing Company – $6 pints | 4–7 PM, Fri; 7–9 PM, Mon, Wed, Thu; 6–8 PM, Sun website
🍺 Crazyweed Kitchen – 50% off doughs and drinks | 2–5 PM, daily website
🍺 Fergus & Bix – House beers $5.50, House wine (6oz/9oz) $6/$9, Prosecco (5oz) $8, Caesars $7, Discounted appetizers | 2:30–5:30 PM, Daily website
🍺 Rose & Crown Restaurant & Pub – Domestic draught beer (20oz pint) $7.00, domestic bottles $5.25, highballs $5.25, wine $6.00 | 2–6 PM, Mon–Fri website
🍺 Tavern 1883 – 40% off all food and drink | 2–5 PM, daily website
🍺 The Drake Pub – $5.00 selected beers, highballs, wine; 50% off selected appetizers | 2–7 PM, Sun–Fri website
🍺 The Grizzly Paw Brewing Co. – $6 Pints, $15 Pork Belly, Tacos, Poutine, or Fungi Feast Flatbread | 3–6 PM, Mon–Fri website
🍺 The Mineshaft Tavern – Selected Drinks $6 | 2–6 PM website
🍺 Tank310 – Pizza & a Pint $25, 16oz Draught $6 | 2–5 PM, Sun–Fri website

🍺 Kain Tayo – 25% off all appetizers, $2 off beer & cider, 25% off wine by the glass | 3–5 PM, daily website

🚀 Plan ahead for major festivals and seasonal celebrations!

📅 Monday, 17 March – Sunday, 23 March
⛷️ Nordiq Canada Ski Nationals 📍 Canmore Nordic Centre
Canada’s top cross-country skiers compete in this prestigious national 7-day event, bringing elite athletes from across the country. More info

📅 Saturday, 2 August – Monday, 4 August
🎶 Canmore Folk Music Festival 📍 Canmore
Alberta's longest-running folk music festival, featuring over 30 acts across multiple stages, including workshop stages and a kids’ activity area. More info

📅 Saturday, 30 August – Sunday, 31 August
🎭 Canmore Highland Games 📍 Centennial Park, Canmore
A celebration of Celtic culture with highland dance competitions, piping and drumming, heavy sports, tug of war, sheepdog demonstrations, Celtic market, clan village, British car & motorcycle show, Scotch tasting, traditional food and beverages, and more. More info

Canmore is full of exciting things to do year-round, and we’re here to keep you updated on the latest events, activities, and insider tips. If you have an event coming up, we’d love to hear about it!

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