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Hey Friends! Here's What’s Happening This Week!

Ready for a weekend packed with change, charm, and cheers? There's a new view on the horizon - quite literally - as the famous Banff sign makes its move to a scenic new perch near the Train Station. Locals and visitors alike will love the fresh backdrop for those iconic mountain selfies.

And if you're craving something magical, the Banff Springs Hotel will be glowing on Friday night for a special Candlelight Concert featuring classical and Coldplay-inspired performances. Add a little flicker to your Friday and soak up the music in one of the Rockies' most enchanting venues.

Meanwhile, festival season officially kicks off with the Banff Craft Beer Festival and Taste for Adventure rolling out across town. From trail-inspired tastings to frosty glasses and mountain views, it's shaping up to be one unforgettable weekend.

Oh - and if you're up for a new way to explore, try e-fat biking around Banff's trails. Effortless fun, big smiles, and epic scenery await. Check out the full lineup below and make this week one to remember!

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• Banff in December: What to Expect in the Heart of Winter!

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🏕️ From Banff to Jasper - How Much Do You Know?

Yesterday’s answer.

What is a standard safety precaution for hikers in bear country in the Canadian Rockies?
✅ Answer: C) Carrying bear spray and making noise while hiking (31 from 90 - 34% correct). The most popular answer, with 32 votes, was D) Feeding the bears to keep them calm.

If you didn't get this question correct, read this post as a matter of urgency.

🌤️ Weather Watch (Wed 6 PM)

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🏞️ Your Questions Answered!

1. 🥾 How challenging is the Three Sisters Viewpoint Trail? It's short, easy, and perfect for all ages, just 1.1 km round-trip. See what to expect on the walk.

2. 🚌 What’s the easiest way to get to Lake Louise? The stress-free way is by shuttle or tour - no parking hassles, just views. See all options in our guide.

3. 🚶‍♀️ Can you walk to the Tunnel Mountain trailhead from town? Yes - it’s just a short 15-minute walk from downtown Banff. Get directions in our hike overview.

🏔️ Banff in Brief - Headlines this Week

📸 A new view for Banff’s iconic sign! The human-sized Banff letters are being relocated from Norquay Road to a scenic new hill beside the Train Station, complete with trails, seating, and selfie-perfect angles. Unveiling in time for the Banff Christmas Market! See the update here.

🏞️ Want to Wake Up to Moraine Lake? If this iconic spot is on your bucket list, the best way to experience it is by staying right there. Moraine Lake Lodge offers lakeside views, exclusive sunrise access, and the stillness that makes it unforgettable.

🎬 Reel Time returns to Banff this November! Banff Centre’s signature film series is back at Lux Cinema, bringing top picks from TIFF, including DJ Ahmet, Once Upon My Mother, and Sentimental Value. Three powerful stories, one stunning mountain screen. See what’s playing first.

🎉 I love this festival - and it starts today! The Banff Craft Beer Festival brings together everything I adore: local brews, mountain vibes, and that unbeatable Banff buzz. Every sip feels like a celebration in the Rockies. Here’s why I can’t get enough of it.

👻 Ghost stories whisper through Jasper Park Lodge. From the cigar-scented Point Cabin to a dancing phantom couple and a mysterious lady captured in an empty room, the Fairmont’s haunted legends live on in true mountain style. Dare to read them all here.

🎻 Which will you choose - Halloween Classics or Coldplay? Candlelight Concerts return to the Banff Springs Hotel this Friday, October 24, filling its grand halls with spine-tingling strings and flickering candlelight. Still time to book - a few seats left! Pick your perfect night here.

🍻 Two weeks off to recover from Beerfest? Fair play! Banff Ave Brewing is taking a post-party breather, closing October 27 and reopening two weeks later - refreshed, recharged, and ready to pour again. Check their cheeky update here.

🏷️ Today’s Best Deals

🏔️ Winter Wonders from Banff. Discover Alberta's frozen lakes and waterfalls, including Abraham Lake's famous ice bubbles. Now $80 (was $129) - a massive discount while it lasts. Book now to lock in the deal.

⛷️ Want mountain mornings and fireside evenings? Check in at Fairmont Banff Springs for a winter retreat with breakfast included and ski resort access. The Ski & Stay offer lets you save 30% on luxury lodging when you stay for at least five nights. See reviews from recent guests.

🏔️ Jasper’s recovery story inspires the Rockies. After a lightning-sparked inferno destroyed homes and forests, the community’s resilience shines through. Rebuilding efforts are transforming lessons into lasting change. Explore Jasper’s road to renewal.

🚵 Break your Banff routine. Forget the bus tours and icy sidewalks - jump on an electric fat bike instead. Effortless, scenic, and surprisingly peaceful, it's the kind of adventure that sticks - try it here.

🍽️🏔️ Taste for Adventure starts today in Banff. Two delicious weeks of prix-fixe menus, brunch-and-bubbles, and Rocky Mountain flavours hit Banff and Lake Louise. Score $39-$55 deals, mountaintop dinners with gondola access, and big value at local favourites. Tables are going fast. See the best picks and tips.

⭐ Readers’ Choice: Top Links from Last Issue

• 🎭 A Christmas Carol returns to Banff Springs

• 🌠 Orionid meteor shower lights up Banff, Canmore, and Jasper

• 🍽️ Not sure where to eat in Banff?

🔔 Quick Reminders

♨️ Banff Upper Hot Springs maintenance. Banff Upper Hot Springs will remain closed for maintenance and upgrades until December 2025.

🚧 Highwood Pass annual closure. Highway 40 between Peter Lougheed Park and Highwood House will close to vehicles Dec 1-June 20.

🐻 Bear season reminder. October is still an active time for bears as they prepare for hibernation. Stay alert, carry bear spray and stay safe while hiking.

🔧 Banff Gondola annual closure. The Banff Gondola will be closed from Nov 10-21, 2025, for its annual maintenance period, reopening on Nov 22.

⚠️ Sundance Canyon update. The Loop section is closed for bridge repairs, with an estimated reopening in mid-November 2025. The main trail is still accessible.

🎸Events, Activities & Live Music

📅 Today’s Events are listed below. To view future events, visit our website.

BANFF EVENTS | CANMORE EVENTS | JASPER EVENTS

📅 To view all future events, visit our website.

BANFF EVENTS | CANMORE EVENTS | JASPER EVENTS

🍺 Happy Hours & Food Specials

Our Happy Hours listings have moved. To view a complete list of this week's happy hours, visit our Happy Hour pages.  BANFF HAPPY HOURS | CANMORE HAPPY HOURS

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