Hi Everyone! Here's What’s Happening This Week!
A Pursuit vehicle rolled off the road on the Columbia Icefield on Tuesday morning. One staff member was on board, carrying out a maintenance check, with no guests aboard. He was taken to Jasper, and glacier trips were cancelled on 1 and 2 September, with refunds and rebooking offered to anyone caught by it.
Closer to home, a vehicle stopped beneath the crossing arm on Norquay Road on 29 August and was hit by an eastbound train. Both occupants walked away. The road reopened about 85 minutes later.
If you’d rather leave the driving to someone else, the open-top double-decker runs hourly between Lake Louise and Moraine Lake, and Lake Louise parking is included in the fare.
For the opposite of a busy week, Storm Mountain Lodge has no wifi, no fridge and no television - a wood fire, a porch, and elk or smoked duck waiting at the restaurant. It books up, so plan ahead.
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This open-top double-decker runs hourly between Moraine Lake and Lake Louise, with Lake Louise Parking included.
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Ha Ling Peak from the Bow River, Canmore
🚗 Car and Freight Train Collide. A vehicle stopped beneath the crossing arm on Norquay Road was hit by an eastbound train on Aug. 29. Both occupants walked away, and the road reopened about 85 minutes later.
🚐 Mechanic Hurt on Columbia Icefield. A tour vehicle stalled on the glacier in Jasper National Park and rolled down an embankment, seriously injuring the mechanic on board. Pursuit cancelled all glacier tours for two days.
🚆 Canmore Wants a Rail Stop. Council is pushing for a station on the proposed Calgary-to-Banff line. The province's rail plan puts the line on a 30-year horizon and hasn't decided whether Canmore is on it.
🎻 Symphony Returns to Lac Beauvert. The Edmonton Symphony Orchestra brings Symphony Under the Stars back to Jasper this October, played outdoors as part of the Dark Sky Festival. Dress for a mountain lakeshore after sunset.
🥁 Highland Games Return to Canmore. Centennial Park hosts two days of dancing, piping and heavy sports from September 4-6, with three evening events in the Spring Creek tent - including the Hooley, new this year.
🌤️ A back-and-forth week ahead, swinging between showers and sun - Thursday brings a few showers and a thunderstorm risk, cooling to 16°C; The showers continue Friday and Saturday, with temperatures of 16°C and 15°C. Full Forecast Here
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🐴 A wagon ride to a backcountry steak dinner. Trade the usual bus tour for a horse-drawn wagon along the Bow River, ending at a fireside cookout with steak grilled to order. Departures are limited each summer evening - reserve your spot before they fill up.
🚣Activities You Might Enjoy
🚤 Maligne Lake Cruise and Wildlife Tour - Six hours through the Maligne Valley with a stop at Medicine Lake, then a 90-minute cruise out to Spirit Island. Pickup from Jasper hotels, and bring lunch as food isn't provided.
🚌 Banff Hop-On-Hop-Off Bus - Yellow school buses run from the Moose Hotel and the train station to Johnston Canyon, Lake Louise and Moraine Lake. Take the 07:45 departure to fit everything in.
🌊 Kananaskis River Rafting - An afternoon on the water 45 minutes from Banff, with up to two hours paddling Class 2 and 3 rapids. Wetsuits, photos and a hot drink are included, and it needs eight bookings to run.
❓Your Questions Answered
🥾 Where are the best places to see the larches in Banff? From alpine hikes to scenic drives, there are options for every fitness level - you do not need to be an experienced hiker to enjoy the golden display.
🎟️ Do I need a park pass to visit Banff in 2026? Yes, unless your trip falls in the free admission window from June 19 to September 7 - there is more to know before you go.
📸 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.
No wifi to speak of, no fridge, no television, just a wood fire and your own porch in the forest. Then a gourmet dinner of elk, bison or smoked duck waiting at the restaurant. Book ahead; it fills up.
🏕️ Quiz
Which iconic peak in the Canadian Rockies is shown in this photo?
Yesterday’s Question: Statistically, which animal is considered the most dangerous to humans in Banff National Park?
✅Answer: 1) Elk - 60% Correct
While predators are often more feared, elk cause more injuries to visitors each year. Find out how to stay safe.
🎸Events, Activities & Live Music
📅 Featured events for today are listed below. Visit our website for a complete list.
FULL EVENT CALENDAR | BANFF & LAKE LOUISE | CANMORE | JASPER NP
BANFF HAPPY HOURS | CANMORE HAPPY HOURS
Thursday, September 3
10:00 | Canmore Mountain Market | Elevation Place | Canmore
11:00 | Local Art Show and Sale | Elevation Place | Canmore
16:00 | Steph O'Dette | The Bison | Banff
18:00 | Sunset Festival @ Banff Gondola | Banff Gondola | Banff
19:00 | Poker Night | Canmore Legion | Canmore
19:00 | Trivia Night | The Drake | Canmore
19:00 | Andrew Staygold | Rose and Crown Canmore | Canmore
19:30 | Balkan Greek Dinner Show | Balkan Restaurant | Banff
19:30 | Afiara Quartet & Friends | The Banff Centre | Banff
19:30 | OH, ANNE! | Canmore Collegiate High School | Canmore
19:30 | Free Range Country | Carter-Ryan Theatre | Canmore
19:30 | Jasper Historical Tour | Jasper Town | Jasper
22:00 | ENVY | Rose and Crown Banff | Banff
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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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