Bears at the Gondola, a Party at Melissa’s, and a Deadly Trail Closure

Hey Banff! Nature's Wild, But the Nights Are Wilder 🎶

This week's roundup mixes outdoor adventures with after-dark energy. Melissa's MisSteak is back with another party - this time a Latin Fiesta with DJ sets, salsa lessons, and limbo contests. Meanwhile, the Lake Louise Gondola has become a hotspot for bear sightings, just as patio season kicks into full swing.

But take care on the trails - Bow Glacier Falls remains closed after a rockfall claimed two lives. Stay aware and enjoy the incredible landscapes safely.

Keep scrolling for the complete list of tours, trails, eats, and events this week!

📅 Our events calendar is now fully live.
It's your go-to source for local music, festivals, and everything happening around town. Check it out and send us your feedback - we’d love to hear what you think!

🏔️ Banff in Brief - Headlines this Week

🐻 Bear sightings up at Lake Louise Gondola
It's prime wildlife-viewing season from the gondola - plus, live music and patio dining make this a top summer pick. Full story

10 hilarious bear encounters

👻 Spooky strolls return with Banff & Canmore Ghost Walks
This summer, uncover the haunted tales and hidden history of the Rockies - plus, you get homework to keep the chills going after the tour! More

🎟️ Final days to grab Sunshine Village's lowest-priced ski pass
You can only lock in the best deal for the 2025/26 winter season until July 7 - don't miss your chance to save. Read on

🪨 The rockfall site at Bow Glacier Falls is still closed after two deaths
Two weeks after a deadly rockfall killed two hikers, a popular section of Banff National Park remains off-limits with no reopening date in sight. More

🏃 BanffLIFE hits the trails with a new running program
Their new "Intro to Trail Running" series has locals sprinting through Simpson and Healy Pass with expert guidance. Story here

💃 Melissa’s MisSteak hosts a sizzling Latin Fiesta on July 16
DJ Zorrow, Cristobal, and DJ Rankeado bring the beats, plus salsa lessons and a limbo contest - it’s Banff’s hottest Wednesday night. More

💰 MLA pushes for review of Kananaskis Conservation Pass fees
With Alberta's new Plan for Parks up for feedback, Banff-Kananaskis MLA Sarah Elmeligi wants to know if the $90 annual pass will be subject to public scrutiny. Full story

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🎟️Events, Activities & Live Music 🎸

We keep it short here - head to OUR NEW EVENTS PAGE for full descriptions and links.

Mon, 7th July
04:00 🌄 Moraine Lake Sunrise Tour - Banff & Canmore
09:00 🏞️ Moraine Lake, Lake Louise Tour - Banff
18:00 🌅 Banff Gondola Sunset Event - Banff Gondola - Banff
20:00 🎶 Live Music Night - Three Bears - Banff
21:00 🎤 Open Mike Night - The Beaver - Banff
22:00 🎧 DJ Set: Konstance in the House - High Rollers - Banff
22:00 🎸 Live Music: Brent Lee - Rose & Crown - Banff

Tue, 8th July
04:00 🌄 Moraine Lake Sunrise Tour - Banff & Canmore
09:00 🏞️ Moraine Lake, Lake Louise Tour - Banff
18:00 🌅 Banff Gondola Sunset Event - Banff Gondola - Banff
22:00 🎉 July First Party: DJ Styler Nazo - High Rollers - Banff
22:00 🎤 July Day Karaoke Night - Melissa's MisSteak - Banff
22:00 🎸 Live Music: Black Tie Flannel - Rose & Crown - Banff

Wed, 9th July
04:00 🌄 Moraine Lake Sunrise Tour - Banff & Canmore
09:00 🏞️ Moraine Lake, Lake Louise Tour - Banff
10:00 🥕 Banff Farmers Market - Central Park - Banff
15:00 🎶 Live Music Afternoon - Three Bears - Banff
18:00 🌅 Banff Gondola Sunset Event - Banff Gondola - Banff
19:00 🎤 Live Music: Mari Rosehill - Rimrock Larkspur Lounge - Banff
20:00 🍻 Beers for Queers - Banff Ave Brewery - Banff
22:00 🎤 Tommy's Open Mic - Tommy's Neighbourhood Pub - Banff
22:00 🎧 Music with DJ Hops - High Rollers - Banff
22:00 🎧 DJ Dougasaurus Decks - Rose & Crown - Banff
22:00 🎸 Live Music: Elevate 360 - Melissa's MisSteak - Banff

Thu, 10th July
04:00 🌄 Moraine Lake Sunrise Tour - Banff & Canmore
07:00 🧘 Yoga in the Park - Central Park - Banff
09:00 🏞️ Moraine Lake, Lake Louise Tour - Banff
09:00 🥾 Roots & Resilience Mental Health Hikes - Banff - Banff
11:00 📖 Garden Story Time - Luxton Home Museum - Banff
15:00 🍽️ Banff Food Tour, Eat the Castle - Banff Springs Hotel
16:00 🎸 Live Music: Steph O'Dette - The Bison - Banff
17:00 🏓 Pickleball - The Fenlands Banff Recreation Centre - Banff
18:00 🌅 Banff Gondola Sunset Event - Banff Gondola - Banff
19:00 🍻 Thirsty Thursday Party - Melissa's MisSteak - Banff
19:00 🍽️ Balkan Greek Night: Dinner Show - The Balkan - Banff
20:00 🎻 Irish Night: Live Music - St. James Gate - Banff
20:30 🎸 Live Music Thursdays - High Rollers - Banff
22:00 🎸 Live Music: Andrew Staygold - Rose & Crown - Banff

🎉 Want to see what’s coming up? OUR NEW EVENTS PAGE features a growing list of upcoming events, complete with descriptions and links.

🍺 Happy Hours & Food Specials 🍽️

Below are brief details of all the happy hours we could find in Banff. For more information, visit our dedicated Happy Hour Page.

🥩 Summer Specials at The Elk & Oarsman

Fuel your week with these sizzling deals from The Elk & Oarsman, running all summer long! Grab a $12 steak sandwich every Tuesday, and dig into ribs on Thursdays - just $17 for a half rack or $22 for a full. Tasty, hearty, and perfect after a day in the mountains.

🍻 Banff Ave Brewing Co (21:00+, Daily; 15:00-18:00, Fri)
🎖️ Banff Legion (15:00-17:00, Wed-Sat; 15:00-Close, Sun)
🫕 Bluebird (16:00-17:00, Daily)
🍕 Coyotes Southwestern Grill (16:30-18:00, Daily)
🍣 Hello Sunshine (15:00-16:00, Daily)
🎳 High Rollers (16:00-18:00, Daily)
🌮 Magpie & Stump & El Patio (15:00-17:00 & 22:00+, Daily)
🥩 Melissa's MisSteak (15:00-18:00, Daily; 22:00-02:00, Sun-Thurs)
🍸 Park Distillery (15:00-17:00, Daily)
🍺 Sheepdog Brewing (13:00-15:00, Mon-Fri)
🍔 The Eddie Burger + Bar (22:00-Close, Daily excl. holiday weekends)
🍷 The Fat Ox (14:00-16:00, Daily)
🍝 The Old Spaghetti Factory (14:00-17:00, Daily)
🐻 Three Bears Brewery (15:00-17:00, Daily)
⏰ Tommy's (15:00-18:00 & 22:00- Close, Daily)

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