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Events, Happy Hours, Meal Deals and More! Feb 23rd
📍 Everything happening in Banff, all in one place! 🎶🍽️🏕️
Kevin J
February 23, 2025
Ready for another epic week in Banff?
From live bands to trivia nights and outdoor adventures, there’s always something fun happening around town. So grab your friends, pick an event (or two), and make the most of your time in the mountains.
What to Expect from What’s On Banff
What’s On Banff brings you the latest on events, live entertainment, food & drink, and outdoor activities.
We update twice a week so you’re always in the know:
📆 Sundays: Covers Monday – Thursday
📆 Thursdays: Covers Friday – Sunday
🎉 Extra editions for big events and holidays
Stay connected and make the most of every moment in Banff!
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🏃♀️ Melissa’s Road Race – Time to Start Training! 🏃♂️
🏃♀️ Melissa’s Road Race – Time to Start Training! 🏃♂️
The days are getting longer, the weather’s warming up, and it’s the perfect time to start training for Melissa’s Road Race on September 27! Whether you're aiming for the 5K, 10K, or Half Marathon, now’s your chance to get outside and build up those miles in the fresh mountain air.
Why Join?
🎶 Live music & cheer stations to keep you going
🍻 Post-race beer gardens & festival vibes
👕 Exclusive race shirts for all participants
🎉 Volunteer & be part of the action!
Spots are limited, so start training, rally your running crew, and get ready for an unforgettable race day!
📍 Register now: melissasroadrace.com
Upcoming Events in Banff
📅 Monday, February 24 – 14:00
🏛️ Council Meeting 📍 Banff Town Hall, Banff, AB
Regular meeting of Banff Town Council. Open to the public. More info
📅 Monday, February 24 – 14:00
🍪 Cookie Kitchen 📍 Pioneer Room, Catharine Robb Whyte Building, Banff, AB
Come bake cookies! Open to Banff residents – no registration required. Arrive at 2 p.m. to start; space is limited. $3 includes ingredients, tea, and coffee. More info
📅 Monday, February 24 – 16:00
🎭 Visual Arts Open Lecture Series: Sean Lee 📍 107 Tunnel Mountain Drive, Banff, AB
Artist and curator Sean Lee shares insights into their innovative practice and approaches to disability art. More info
📅 Monday, February 24 – 19:15
🎲 Banff Clocktower Club - February 📍 Banff Public Library
Join the monthly game night at the library! RSVP to secure your spot. Looking for additional hosts to expand the event. More info
📅 Tuesday, February 25 – 16:30
🗣️ Workplace Communication - Active Listening, Speaking & Talking 📍 203-111 Banff Avenue, Banff, AB
A facilitated class on communication skills, active listening, and public speaking in the workplace. Includes peer discussions and role-playing. More info
📅 Tuesday, February 25 – 18:00
📚 Schooling in Canada Series: Moving from Grade to Grade 📍 TBA
For immigrant parents of children in Kindergarten to Grade 12. Learn about Alberta’s grading system, graduation requirements, and ELL support. Free pizza dinner provided. More info
📅 Tuesday, February 25 – 18:30
🔥 Wildfire Panel Discussion 📍 Banff Park Lodge, Banff, AB
Meet experts from the Bow Valley Interagency Wildfire Committee and learn about wildfire risk reduction efforts. Audience Q&A follows the panel. More info
📅 Wednesday, February 26 – 17:00
🔥 BanffLIFE Hot Cocoa and Smores Meetup 📍 Recreation Grounds Pavilion, Banff
Stay warm with hot cocoa and roasted s’mores around the fire! A free social event for Banff residents ages 18-30. Bring a mug! More info
📅 Thursday, February 27 – 11:30
🐺 Bow Valley Howl Experience 📍 Banff Ave, Banff
A day for Bow Valley youth (ages 17-35) to engage in cultural learning with Stoney Nakoda Elders, explore reconciliation in action, and connect with the community. Includes a tour of the Cave and Basin National Historic Site and an evening event in Canmore. More info
📅 Thursday, February 27 – 16:00
🏆 Try Squash for Youth 📍 Banff Rocky Mountain Resort 1029 Banff Ave, Banff
A fun introduction to squash for children and youth (ages 6-18). No experience necessary. Transportation, equipment, and instruction provided. More info
📅 Thursday, February 27 – 17:00
🛂 Information for Ukrainians: Becoming a Permanent Resident 📍 Online (Zoom)
Presented by a Registered Immigration Consultant and interpreted in Ukrainian. Register to join, submit questions in advance, and get live answers. More info
📅 Thursday, February 27 – 17:30
🏆 Try Squash for Adults 📍 Banff Rocky Mountain Resort 1029 Banff Ave, Banff
A fun introduction to squash for beginners. Open to Permanent Residents of Canada, Refugees, and Ukrainians (CUAET). Equipment, instruction, and transportation provided. More info
📅 Thursday, February 27 – 18:00
🧘♀️ Women’s Circle: Yoga 📍 YWCA Banff, 102 Spray Ave, Banff
A free, inclusive yoga session for cis and trans women as well as gender-diverse folks. Yoga mats available (limited supply), and light refreshments provided. Free childcare available. More info
📅 Thursday, February 27 – 19:00
✍️ Craft Night: Embroidery & Patch-Making Workshop 📍 Banff Canmore Foundation
A monthly craft night hosted by Banff Pride! Learn basic embroidery and patch-making in a fun, inclusive space. No experience necessary. More info
📅 Thursday, February 27 – 19:00
📖 Environmental Literary Journalism: Faculty Reading 📍 Bentley Chamber Music Studio, Banff Centre
An evening of storytelling with journalists Denise Balkissoon and Steph Kwetásel’wet Wood. Explore identity and environmental storytelling. Books available for purchase. More info
📅 Monday, February 24 – 22:00
🎸 Brent Lee 📍 Rose & Crown, Banff
Country rock performance by Brent Lee. Free entry. More info
📅 Monday, February 24 – 22:00
🎶 Mondays 2DJs 📍 High Rollers, Banff
DJs B8GEO and DJ Corn performing live every Monday from 10 PM. Skip the line by arriving before 11 PM! More info
📅 Tuesday, February 25 – 22:00
🎸 Andy Loops 📍 Rose & Crown, Banff
Bow Valley guitar legend Andy Loops live in concert. No cover charge. More info
📅 Tuesday, February 25 – 22:00
🎶 Tuesday Night with DJ Styler Nazo 📍 High Rollers, Banff
DJ Styler Nazo brings electrifying energy to Tuesday nights. Skip the line by arriving before 11 PM! More info
📅 Wednesday, February 26 – 22:00
🎧 DJ Tenax 📍 Rose & Crown, Banff
Party beats with DJ Tenax. Free entry. More info
📅 Wednesday, February 26 – 22:00
🎶 DJ Hops 📍 High Rollers, Banff
DJ Hops takes over every Wednesday night with high-energy mixes and a great party vibe. Skip the line by arriving before 11 PM! More info
📅 Wednesday, February 26 – 22:00
💃 Latin Fiesta @ Melissa's MisSteak 📍 Melissa's MisSteak, Banff
A sizzling Latin dance night featuring DJ Zorrow and DJ Rankeado! Limbo contest at 11:30 PM. Tickets: $7 via Eventbrite or e-transfer. $10 at the door. More info
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📅 Thursday, February 27 – 21:00
🎶 Live Music with Acoustic Arm & Mike Webb 📍 High Rollers, Banff
Enjoy live acoustic music with Arm & Mike Webb every Thursday night. Special deals: ½ price pizza & $10 fishbowls. Skip the line by arriving before 11 PM! More info
📅 Thursday, February 27 – 21:00
🎧 Local’s Night @ Dancing Sasquatch 📍 Dancing Sasquatch, Banff
Local DJs spinning weekly! $3 drinks all night long. Free entry—get on the guest list and arrive early! More info
📅 Thursday, February 27 – 22:00
🎸 Darryl Anderson 📍 Rose & Crown, Banff
Live country rock with Darryl Anderson. No cover charge. More info
📅 Thursday, February 27 – 22:00
🎶 Brent Lee LIVE 📍 St. James' Gate, Banff
Join Brent Lee for live music, laughs, and cold beer. More info
🍺 Tommy’s (120 Banff Ave)
🕒 Happy Hour (3-6PM & 10PM-Close) More info
⏰ Pil cans, Miller High Life & hiballs $4.25. Daily Steak Sandwich: $13.95! Daily Lunch Special (till 4PM): $12.95!
🍺 Banff Ave Brewing Co. (110 Banff Ave)
🕒 Late Night (9PM+) More info
🍻 Shafts $4, Highballs $5, Ninjas (3oz) $10!
🍺 Magpie & Stump & El Patio (203 Caribou St.)
🕒 El Happy Hour (3-5PM) / Late Night (10PM+) More info More info
🌮 Margaritas $6, tacos ½ price, Coronas $6, Bulldogs $12. Same great drink deals late night!
🍺 The Eddie Burger + Bar (137 Banff Ave)
🕒 Happy Hour (10PM-Close) More info
🍔 $12 Signature Trash Cans (3oz), hiballs $6, draft pints $7.
🍺 The Fat Ox (415 Banff Ave)
🕒 Aperitivo Happy Hour (2-6 PM daily) More info
🍷 Indulge in delicious food & drink specials from just $5!
🍺 St. James’ Gate (207 Wolf St.)
🕒 Happy Hour (Mon-Fri, 3-6 PM) More info
🍀 Pub classics from $13.50, beer from $7.50, plus whiskey flights at 25% off!
🍺 Park Distillery (219 Banff Ave)
🕒 Cocktail Happy Hour (3-5PM Daily) More info
🍸 50% off Park cocktails & $7 footlong hotdogs!
🍺 Melissa’s MisSteak (201 Banff Ave)
🕒 Happy Hour (3-6PM daily) More info
🥩 $4.50 highballs, $5.25 Mel’s lager, $1/oz house wine. Late Night Happy Hour (Sun-Thurs, 10PM-2AM): Same drink specials + $6 Pilsner Tall Boys!
🍺 The Old Spaghetti Factory (Cascade Shops, 2nd Floor)
🕒 Happy Hour (2-5PM Daily) More info
🍝 Draft beer $6, wine from $6, highballs $5. Appetizers (BamBam shrimp, tenders, calamari) just $8!
🍺 Chili’s (461 Banff Ave)
🕒 Morning Happy Hour (9-11AM) / Afternoon Happy Hour (3-5PM) More info
🌶️ Special drinks & grab-and-go items + après drink specials!
🍺 Bluebird (218 Lynx St.)
🕒 Fondue Happy Hour (4-5PM Daily) More info
🫕 Indulge in warm, melty goodness!
🍺 Beaver (433 Banff Ave)
🕒 Happy Hour (4-6PM Nightly) More info
🍟 $4 select tap beers, $9 poutine, $6 waffle sticks!
🍺 Three Bears Brewery (205 Bear St.)
🕒 Happy Hour (3-5PM Daily) More info
🐻 $6.99 pints of 3 Bears Beer, Food and Cocktails Specials
🍺 High Rollers (110 Banff Ave)
🕒 Happy Hour (3-5PM & 10PM-Close) More info
🎳 $5.00 pints, food specials, half-price Shafts & bowling!
🍺 Hello Sunshine (208 Wolf St.)
🕒 Happy Hour (4-5PM Daily) / Hello Ramen (5-6PM, Sun-Fri) More info
🎤 Draft beer $6.50, 2oz house cocktails $10, Japanese hot dogs $5 (till 10PM). Ramen for $10! Plus, free private karaoke!
🍺 Banff Legion (92 Banff Ave.)
🕒 Happy Hour (4:30-6PM)
🎖️ Highballs, house wine & house beer for $4.75. Everyday Specials: $6 Margaritas & $5 Shafts!
🌿 Renaissance Weekend | July 3-7
A unique blend of intellectual discussions and outdoor adventure in the heart of the Rockies! Join inspiring talks, panels, and workshops, then enjoy activities like hiking, horseback riding, and rafting. A perfect getaway for curious minds!
📍 Banff National Park | 🔗 More Info
🎭 Banff Centre Celebrates | July 18
An unforgettable night of art, live performances, and culinary delights at Banff Centre! Celebrate creativity and community while supporting the arts in a stunning setting.
📍 Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity | 🔗 More Info
🍂 Banff Harvest Festival | September
Celebrate the season with local produce, artisanal crafts, and delicious food at this family-friendly festival. Enjoy live music, workshops, and crisp autumn vibes in Banff!
📍 Banff | 🔗 More Info
With so much happening in Banff, the fun never stops! We’ll be back soon with more events, live music, and activities to keep your social calendar packed. Have an amazing time, and we’ll see you at the next event! J & K |  |
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