Hi Everyone! Here's What’s Happening This Week!

A snow drought across the western United States has pushed American skiers north in significant numbers this season, with Sunshine Village, Mount Norquay, and Lake Louise all reporting a 50% increase in U.S. visitors. Sunshine Village alone has recorded 948 centimetres of snowfall - the kind of number that travels. If you haven't booked your ski trip yet, the slopes are still in good shape.

Canmore council has added tourism to its new strategic plan - the first time it has appeared as a named priority. Visitors already spent an estimated $1 billion in the Canmore-Kananaskis area in 2025.

If Moraine Lake is on your list for the summer, note that Wednesday, the 15th, is Parks Canada shuttle booking day. 8.01 am on Wednesday will be too late. Book your ticket before you make any other plans. We walk you through what you need to do in this video.

The Legacy Trail between Banff and Canmore remains closed until mid-April at the earliest. Snow, ice, and snowplough debris are the listed reasons. It will open when it opens.

There is plenty happening this week. Dive into the event listings below, or check out the detailed events page on our website.

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If you’re travelling with family or a group, having space to spread out can make a big difference. Blackstone Mountain Lodge in Canmore offers one, two, and three-bedroom suites with full kitchens, making longer stays or family trips much easier. You can prepare simple meals, keep snacks on hand, and enjoy the extra space that comes with separate bedrooms and living areas.

The lodge is in Canmore, about 20 minutes from Banff and minutes from the gates of Banff National Park. You still get the same dramatic Rocky Mountain scenery, but in a town that feels a little more relaxed. It works well if you want easy access to the park while staying somewhere that feels more like a home than a hotel.

Book now and enjoy the space of a mountain suite.

🌨️ The mountains are serving up a classic spring rollercoaster - showers, snow, then sunshine, all in one weekend. Saturday brings a chance of showers with a high of 13°C. Sunday turns wintry with periods of snow and a cool high of 4°C. Monday bounces back with sunny skies and 12°C. Full Forecast Here.

🎿 Colorado's Loss, Banff's Gain. A snow drought across the western U.S. has pushed American skiers north, with Mount Norquay, Lake Louise and Sunshine Village reporting a 50% increase in U.S. visitors this season. Sunshine Village has recorded 948 centimetres of snowfall.

🏔️ Canmore Puts Tourism on the Map. Canmore council has added tourism to its new strategic plan - the first time it has been a named priority. Visitors already spent an estimated $1 billion in the Canmore-Kananaskis area in 2025.

🎿 Scavenger Hunt for Adaptive Sports. The 9th Annual ShredAbility fundraiser runs today, at Sunshine Village - teams of two to four ski or snowboard their way through an all-mountain scavenger hunt to raise money for Rocky Mountain Adaptive. The top prize for the highest-earning team is a 3-day CMH heli-hike trip for two.

🚲 Legacy Trail Still Closed for Winter. The 26.8 km paved path between Banff and Canmore remains closed until mid-April at the earliest. Snow, ice, and snowplough debris are all listed hazards - the trail runs alongside the Trans-Canada for much of its length.

🏳️‍🌈 Jasper Pride Returns to the Mountains. The 17th Annual Jasper Pride & Ski Festival runs April 10-19, with 10 days of events spread across Marmot Basin and downtown Jasper - from a flag parade skied down from the mid-mountain chalet to a Shawnee Kish concert on Connaught Drive. The Wonderland Pride Gala closes out the weekend in the Jasper Activity Centre's curling rink.

🚵 Bow Valley Trails Get a Race Day. Park to Pints 2026 returns for its third year on Saturday, October 3 - a 5K and 10K community run with all proceeds going to CAMBA for local trail maintenance. Races start at 5 pm, which leaves the rest of the evening available for curry and a beer garden.

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Tartan Day Comes to Canmore. The Canmore Highland Games Tartan Day Party is on Friday, April 11, at the Drake Screaming Retriever, with live music from Cabot's Crossing and a 50/50 draw supporting the Games.

🏔️ Skip Banff prices without skipping luxury. The Malcolm Hotel in Canmore features an outdoor heated pool and hot tubs overlooking the Three Sisters - perfect after a day on the trails or slopes. Reserve now to enjoy a luxury stay in the heart of Canmore.

🍽️ Eat the Castle - Banff Springs Food Experience - Five food and drink pairings across the Fairmont Banff Springs - Rundle Bar, wine cellar, main dining room - with behind-the-scenes kitchen access and a chef demo. Three hours, smart-casual dress, not one for vegans or under-14s.

🚡 Banff Gondola - Sulphur Mountain - Eight minutes up, 2,281 metres, six mountain ranges. The gondola gets you to the summit boardwalk without the four-hour hike. Bighorn sheep hang around the upper terminal - bring an extra layer, it's consistently colder up top than in town.

📸 Banff Private Photoshoot Experience - Two to three hours with a local licensed photographer, up to three locations, edited gallery included. Worth booking if you want decent photos of your trip rather than whatever your phone produces at arm's length.

🍂 Is October a good time to visit Banff? October is a shoulder-season sweet spot - crowds are thinner, trails are quieter, and autumn colour and early snow often share the same stage in the same week.

📸 What is the best time of day to visit the Three Sisters Viewpoint? Early morning or late afternoon gives the best light - low-angle sun deepens the reflections, and midday can be harsh on the iconic pond view.

🛁 What hotel spas are available in Banff and the surrounding area? Several hotels offer everything from rooftop mineral pools to full-service treatment rooms - Banff's hotel spa options cover a wide range of budgets and experiences.

Lake Louise draws enormous crowds for a reason, but driving in daily from Banff adds time, cost, and the genuine risk of getting turned away at the car park. These three properties put you on the right side of that equation.

🌲 Paradise Lodge & Bungalows - Spread across the forest not far from the lakeshore, this is the closest thing to a quiet retreat at one of the busiest sites in the Rockies. No shuttle, no early alarm to secure parking - just a short walk to the water before the day-trippers arrive. Read The Reviews And Book

🏨 Lake Louise Inn - A practical, well-run base right in the village that won't require you to sell a kidney. Multiple room types suit couples and families alike, and the location keeps you central to the lake, Moraine, and the ski area without the premium that comes with a lakeview postcode. Read The Reviews And Book

🌿 Moraine Lake Lodge - Moraine Lake road is closed to private vehicles during peak season, which means that if you're not staying here, you're queuing for a shuttle at an ungodly hour. Staying at the lodge solves that entirely - you're already there. Arguably the best-situated lodge in the entire national park. Read The Reviews And Book

Yesterday’s Question: What is the main reason for seasonal closures on parts of the Bow Valley Parkway?

✅Answer: 4) Wildlife protection - 44% Correct

Seasonal closures help protect wildlife during sensitive times of year. See how to plan your drive in our Bow Valley Parkway Guide.

The Banff Gondola is one of Banff’s most popular attractions. It offers an easy way to reach the summit of Sulphur Mountain without hiking. The short 8-minute ride leads to observation decks, a boardwalk, and an interpretive centre. For a special winter experience, head up at sunset and catch the Nightrise light show.

Book your ride for summit views without the hike!

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