Sunshine in the Forecast, Fun on the Calendar!

Hey Banff! The snow's still here - but with sunnier days ahead, it’s the perfect time to enjoy the best of both worlds. ☀️🎿

This weekend is shaping up to be full of sunshine and community fun. Mount Norquay’s 57th Bruno Memorial Race hits the slopes on Saturday, celebrating a great ski tradition.

As always, the local music and nightlife scene is buzzing. From mellow afternoon sets at Three Bears to late-night DJs and dinner shows, there’s something happening every night.

👇 Scroll down to see what’s on and make the most of this sunny stretch!

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🥚 Easter Fun on the Slopes at Norquay & Sunshine!

Spring might be around the corner, but the snow's still sticking around in the mountains - so why not celebrate Easter slope-side? On April 20, both Mount Norquay and Sunshine Village are hosting fun-filled Easter events for families, kids, and chocolate lovers alike.

At Norquay, thousands of eggs will be hidden across the snow for one giant Easter egg hunt. Space is limited to 200 participants, so registering early is a must. A minimum $5 donation is required to join, with proceeds going to Banff Food Rescue. It's a great chance to give back while having a blast with the kids.

Over at Sunshine, the Easter Bunny will be handing out chocolate and posing for pics. After a non-denominational service at 11 a.m., kids can head to the top of Strawberry for an egg hunt, followed by a resort-wide photo challenge to spot hidden eggs.

You can post your finds on Instagram for a chance to win a prize! Bonus: Creekside will be serving Nutella Pizza and Gummy Bear Margaritas all day. More

📅 Fri, 4th Apr

13:30 🎨 Imagination Station 📍 Banff Library
Unleash your creativity with crafts, LEGO, building blocks, and more at this fun drop-in maker space. For Grades K-8 (children under 10 must be with a caregiver aged 13+). More

19:00 🏀 Get Out 📍 Banff Elementary School
Drop-in non-competitive sports and hangout for Grades 7-10. Snacks, drinks, and small giveaways included. Meet at the Big Horn Street entrance. More

19:30 💃 Balkan Greek Night 📍 Balkan
A lively dinner show with belly dancing, plate smashing, and Greek dancing. Free show with full a la carte menu. All ages welcome. More

📅 Sat, 5th Apr

09:00 💪 EMPOW|HER 📍 Moose Hotel (AM) & Summit Lifestyle & Performance (PM), Banff
A one-day wellness experience combining food freedom and strength training for women. Includes workshops, a group lift session, and lunch. Designed to help you build confidence and ditch diet culture. More

09:30 📚 Once Upon An Alphabet 📍 Banff Library
Interactive Storytime for ages 0-6 with rhymes, songs, and stories. Includes crafts, sensory bins, and refreshments. Please bring a reusable mug. More

09:30 🎨 Super Saturdays 📍 Banff Library
Drop-in fun for Grades K-4 with crafts, games, and hands-on activities. A great option for siblings attending Storytime too! More

12:00 🎿 57th Bruno Memorial Race 📍 Mt. Norquay, #2 Norquay Road
Canada’s longest-running ski race returns! Includes a 2-run GS and a family race with trophies, photos, and fun for all ages. More

16:00 🥩 Meat Draw 📍 Banff Legion
Join Larry Olson for music, mingling, and the chance to win at the weekly meat draw. A relaxed and friendly afternoon out. More

19:30 💃 Balkan Greek Night 📍 Balkan
Belly dancing, Greek dancing, and plate smashing highlight this all-ages dinner show. A festive evening with great food and atmosphere. More

📅 Sun, 6th Apr

19:00 👠 Reduction 📍 Banff Ave Brew Pub, 110 Banff Ave
An unforgettable night of drag and cabaret featuring Rocky MountHim, Stormie Hails, and more. Expect games, prizes, and fabulous performances-all supporting a great cause. Doors at 7 PM, show at 8 PM. More

📅 Fri, 4th Apr

15:00 🎶 Live Music 📍 Three Bears
Relax with an afternoon of live music and mountain vibes at Three Bears Brewery. More

21:00 🎉 Friday Night Dance Party 📍 Dancing Sasquatch
Celebrate the weekend at this energetic dance party. Free guest list-arrive before 10 PM to skip the cover charge. More

22:00 🎧 Friday Night Live DJ & Happy Hour 📍 High Rollers, Banff
Start the weekend with a DJ spinning live from 10 PM and Happy Hour deals from 11 PM till late. More

22:00 🎸 Peach Panic 📍 The Rose & Crown, Banff
Indie rock vibes with Peach Panic. Show starts at 10 PM, $5 cover at the door. More

22:00 🎛️ PHIBES 📍 Melissa's Missteak, Banff
Massive night of Drum & Bass from UK legends PHIBES. Expect high energy, heavy basslines, and packed dance floors. Early booking recommended. More

📅 Sat, 5th Apr

15:00 🎶 Live Music 📍 Three Bears
Enjoy a mellow afternoon set at Three Bears Brewery with mountain views and local tunes. More

21:00 🎉 Saturdays at Sas! 📍 Dancing Sasquatch
Another epic Saturday night in Banff! Free guest list before 10 PM, then it’s party mode until late. More

22:00 🎧 Saturdays with DJ Palf 📍 High Rollers, Banff
Join DJ Palf for a night of danceable beats and good vibes starting at 10 PM. More

22:00 🎸 Peach Panic 📍 The Rose & Crown, Banff
Saturday night indie rock with Peach Panic returns! $5 cover, show starts at 10 PM. More

📅 Sun, 6th Apr

21:00 🎳 Banff's Best Party - Sunday Funday 📍 High Rollers, Banff
DJs LT & Raven spin from 10 PM. Enjoy $3.75 hiballs, half-off bowling, free pool, and more. Sunday just got a lot better. More

21:00 🎉 Sunday Funday 📍 Dancing Sasquatch
Wrap up the weekend with music and drink specials including $9 Time Machines, $5 Coronas, and $4 Shafts. Arrive before 11 PM. More

22:00 🎸 Brent Lee 📍 The Rose & Crown, Banff
Country rock from Brent Lee closes out the weekend with a bang. No cover, just great music from 10 PM. More

🍺 Banff Ave Brewing Co. (110 Banff Ave)
🕒 Late Night (9PM+) More info
🍻 Shafts $4, Highballs $5, Ninjas (3oz) $10!

🍺 Banff Legion (92 Banff Ave.)
🕒 Happy Hour (4:30-6PM)
🎖️ Highballs, house wine & house beer for $4.75. Everyday Specials: $6 Margaritas & $5 Shafts! More Info

🍺 Beaver (433 Banff Ave)
🕒 Happy Hour (4-6PM Nightly) More info
🍟 $4 select tap beers, $9 poutine, $6 waffle sticks!

🍺 Bluebird (218 Lynx St.)
🕒 Fondue Happy Hour (4-5PM Daily) More info
🫕 Indulge in warm, melty goodness!

🍺 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!

🍺 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!

🍺 High Rollers (110 Banff Ave)
🕒 Happy Hour (3-5PM & 10PM-Close) More info
🎳 $5.00 pints, food specials, half-price Shafts & bowling!

🍺 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!

🍺 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!

🍺 Park Distillery (219 Banff Ave)
🕒 Cocktail Happy Hour (3-5PM Daily) More info
🍸 50% off Park cocktails & $7 footlong hotdogs!

🍺 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!

🍺 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!

🍺 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!

🍺 Three Bears Brewery (205 Bear St.)
🕒 Happy Hour (3-5PM Daily) More info
🐻 $6.99 pints of 3 Bears Beer, Food and Cocktails Specials

🍺 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!

📅 Daily (Until Mon, 21st Apr)
08:30 & 13:30 ❄️ Morning Johnston Canyon Icewalk 📍 138 Banff Ave, Banff
Explore frozen waterfalls and dramatic canyon landscapes on this 4-hour guided winter hike. Includes gear, expert insights, hot chocolate, and maple cookies. Small groups and scenic views guaranteed. More

📅 Daily
08:30 🦌 Wildlife & Sightseeing Minibus Tour 📍 Mount Royal Hotel, Banff
Discover Banff's stunning views and spot native wildlife on this 3 to 3.5-hour guided tour. Includes scenic stops and expert narration. More

📅 Daily
09:10 🏞️ Lake Louise, Emerald Lake & Johnston Canyon Tour 📍 Banff National Park
A full-day guided journey through three iconic Rocky Mountain locations. Perfect for photographers, hikers, and nature lovers. More

📅 Daily
Multiple Time Slots 🚶 Banff Town Walking Tour with Snack 📍 214 Bear St, Banff
Uncover Banff's heritage on this guided walk featuring historical stories and a sweet local treat. More

📅 Mon, 14th Apr
20:00 🎶 Brett Young 📍 Grey Eagle Resort & Casino, Calgary
Country star Brett Young brings his heartfelt ballads and smooth vocals to Calgary for one night only. Expect fan favourites like "Mercy" and "In Case You Didn’t Know". More

📅 Sun, 18th May
20:00 🎤 Queen - It's A Kinda Magic 📍 Grey Eagle Resort & Casino, Calgary
Experience Queen's iconic concert atmosphere in this tribute featuring powerful vocals, dazzling costumes, and rock anthems. More

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