Hi Everyone! Here's What’s Happening This Week!
Somewhere on the Icefields Parkway this week, six metres of snow landed on 250 metres of road, and nobody was particularly surprised. Parks Canada triggered the controlled avalanche on the Mount Hector slide path as part of scheduled control work - the deposit was a size 4, and it's the second time this season Mt Hector has reached the highway. A first in Parks Canada's records. Check Alberta511 before travelling 93N.
Less routine: a grizzly bear was found dead near Honey Coulee, south of Calgary, with a gunshot wound. Alberta Fish and Wildlife is investigating. Grizzly hunting has been banned in Alberta since 2006. Tips go to Report A Poacher.
The bald eagles are back at Medicine Lake, which is good news delivered with a $25,000 caveat - Parks Canada has closed a 200-metre radius around the nest until further notice. Worth checking the boundary before heading to Maligne Lake Road.
If all of this has you thinking a hotel room and a hot tub sounds better than another day on the road, The Malcolm Hotel in Canmore is worth a look - outdoor heated pool, views of the Three Sisters, and a short walk from downtown.
Everything else is below.
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 like the idea of a luxury mountain hotel but don’t love the prices that often come with staying in Banff, The Malcolm Hotel in Canmore is well worth considering. It sits in the Spring Creek area just a short walk from downtown, so you’re close to Canmore’s restaurants, shops, and galleries while still being an easy drive from Banff National Park.
One of the most popular features is the outdoor heated pool and hot tubs overlooking the Three Sisters Peaks. After a day hiking, sightseeing, or skiing in the Bow Valley, it’s a great place to unwind while taking in one of Canmore’s best mountain views.
🏔️ Fresh from the Rockies
Three Sisters Peaks from Canmore Engine Bridge
❄️ A mixed and slightly brighter stretch heading into next week. Saturday reaches 3°C with a chance of flurries through the day. Sunday brings 2°C with flurries or rain showers developing. Monday improves to 4°C with sunny skies and a clearer feel overall. Full forecast here.
🏔️ Parkway Buries Six Metres of Road. Parks Canada triggered a size 4 avalanche on the Mount Hector slide path during scheduled control - depositing six metres of snow across 250 metres of Highway 93N. Check Alberta511 before you travel. It's the second time this season the Mt Hector path has reached the road - a first in Parks Canada's records.
🐻 Grizzly Shot Near Honey Coulee. Alberta Fish and Wildlife is investigating after a grizzly bear was found dead with a gunshot wound near Honey Coulee, south of Calgary. Tips can be submitted through Report A Poacher. Grizzly hunting has been banned in Alberta since 2006.
🎬 Banff on the Big Screen. Reminders of Him, filmed partly in Banff National Park, opened to $18.2 million in North America across 3,402 theatres. The Alberta-made film grossed $28.2 million globally - on a $25 million budget.
🦅 Eagles Back, Stay 200 Metres Back. Bald eagles have returned to their nest at Medicine Lake, and Parks Canada has closed a 200-metre radius around it until further notice. Check the boundary before heading to Maligne Lake Road. The fine for entering is $25,000.
⭐ Most Popular Last Issue
🏔️ Glamping at Skyridge. Experience the perfect balance of mountain scenery and modern comfort in a private, quiet cabin. Enjoy a warm bathroom, cosy bed, and unhurried mornings. Book your peaceful escape here.
🧖 Soak, Steam & Surrender: The Bow Valley's Best Spa Hotels
Finding true relaxation in the Rockies is surprisingly difficult when half the continent has had the same idea, and the car park at every trailhead looks like a motorway services. These three hotels take the edge off - with spas you can actually reach without a shuttle odyssey, and wellness amenities that justify the room rate.
⛰️ Rimrock Banff, Emblems Collection - Currently closed for a full renovation and reopening July 2026 as a brand-new thermal wellness destination on Sulphur Mountain, complete with an infinity pool, outdoor sauna, and mountain-view steam facilities. Worth a forward booking now - early reservations are offering up to 25% off summer stays, and this will be the most talked-about spa opening in the Rockies this year. Read The Reviews And Book
🌿 Everwild Canmore - Nordic Spa & Hotel - Twenty-five minutes from Banff town centre, but the trade-off is 40,000 square feet of Nordic thermal circuits, outdoor pools facing the Three Sisters, and guided sauna rituals that bear no resemblance to sitting in a box at your local leisure centre. Book a Stay & Spa package directly - third-party sites don't include spa access, and you'll want it included. Read The Reviews And Book
🦌 Banff Caribou Lodge & Spa - Right on Banff Avenue, which means you walk to dinner rather than waiting for a shuttle that may or may not arrive. The Red Earth Spa is a proper full-service operation - massages, facials, the lot - and the hot pool is genuinely useful after a day on the hill. Free underground parking and complimentary ROAM bus passes mean you can leave the car below and forget about it entirely. Read The Reviews And Book
❓Your Questions Answered
🏨 Can you visit the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel without staying overnight? Yes - day visitors can dine, book a spa treatment. Plan your day.
🏔️ What will I see at the Three Sisters Viewpoint in Canmore? A still pond mirrors the Three Sisters peaks - Faith, Hope, and Charity - on calm days. See the full guide
🐻 Are there bears in Banff? Yes - both grizzly and black bears live throughout the Banff and Canmore area. Encounters are rare but real, so every visitor should know the basics.
🚣Activities You Might Enjoy
🌉 Golden Skybridge, Emerald Lake & Takakkaw Falls Tour - A cracking full day out taking in Yoho's glacier-fed lakes and one of Canada's highest waterfalls, finishing up on Canada's highest suspension bridges above Golden.
🚌 Moraine Lake Double Decker Shuttle - The slickest way to reach Moraine Lake now that private cars are banned from the road. Hop on, grab a top-deck seat for the views, then explore at your own pace. Lake Louise is included, too.
🦇 Canmore Caving Adventure Tour - Rappel 18 metres into a wild, undeveloped cave system, scramble through hidden passages, and end up at an underground pool surrounded by stalactites. Amazing if you fancy something a bit different.
🏕️ Quiz
Which glacier is shown in this photo?
Yesterday’s Question: Which Banff-area ski resort is located closest to the town of Banff?
✅Answer: 3) Mount Norquay - 61% Correct
Banff has several ski areas to choose from, with options for all levels. See how they compare in our Banff Ski Resorts Guide.
Moraine Lake and Lake Louise are two of the most popular Banff destinations, but Moraine Lake has no private vehicle access, and parking at Lake Louise is extremely limited. This half-day tour removes those hurdles by including round-trip transport from Banff and handling access for you.
🎸Events, Activities & Live Music
📅 Today’s Events are listed below. To view future events, visit our website.
Sunday, March 22
15:00 | Live Music Afternoon | Three Bears | Banff
15:00 | Dolly: Here She Comes Again | Carter-Ryan Theatre | Canmore
19:30 | Terra Spencer | artsPlace Canmore | Canmore
21:00 | Sunday Funday (Party) | Melissa's Missteak | Banff
21:00 | Sunday Funday: Party | High Rollers | Banff
22:00 | Brent Lee: Live | Rose & Crown | Banff
Monday, March 23
13:00 | Anything But A Cup | Rose & Crown | Banff
14:00 | Cookie Kitchen | Pioneer Room Kitchen | Banff
19:00 | Film: Marty Supreme | artsPlace Canmore | Canmore
20:00 | Live Music Night | Three Bears | Banff
20:00 | Monday Trivia | High Rollers | Banff
20:00 | Comedy: March Madness | Lux Cinema | Banff
22:00 | DJ Set: With Tenax | High Rollers | Banff
22:00 | Brent Lee: Live | Rose & Crown | Banff
22:00 | Karaoke Night | The Drake | Canmore
Tuesday, March 24
19:00 | Trivia Tuesday | Rose & Crown | Canmore
19:30 | Moneka Arabic Jazz | artsPlace Canmore | Canmore
19:30 | Dolly: Here She Comes Again | Carter-Ryan Theatre | Canmore
21:00 | DJ Styler Nazo | High Rollers | Banff
22:00 | The Blue Mules | Rose & Crown | Banff
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👋 That’s All For Now 🎬
Another week of mountain magic awaits!
We're so glad you're here for the ride.
Keep exploring and sharing, and we'll see you in the next issue with another full lineup of Banff happenings.
Jill & Kevin | Editor | What’s On Banff
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