The neighboring area is synonymous with wonderful festivals and cultural events that welcome both local residents and visitors throughout the year.

Canmore’s festivals and events not only enrich the lives of those living here, but also attract thousands of visitors attracted by everything from intimate live performance to emerging visual arts talents to exploring the area’s rich history.

Some of the festivals and events that take place throughout the year in nearby Canmore include:

• Canmore's Winter Carnival www.canmore.ca
• Mountain Cabin Quilters’ Guild Annual Quilt Show
• Pine Tree Players theatre productions www.pinetreeplayers.ca
• CAAG Visual Arts Exhibits at Canmore Library Gallery www.caag.ca
• Canmore’s Canada Day Parade & Celebration www.canmore.ca
• Canmore Highland Games www.canmorehighlandgames.ca
• Canmore Folk Music Festival www.canmorefolkfestival.com
• artsPeak:: Canmore’s Arts Festival www.artspeakcanmore.com
• Festival of the Eagles www.canmore.ca
• The Vic Lewis Band Festival click here
• Live on 7th Performing Arts Series click here
• Canmore Children's Festival www.canmorechildrensfestival.com

Some of the festivals and events that take place throughout the year in nearby Banff include:

• Banff Film Festival
• Banff Wine and Food Festival
• Bike Fest
• Dragon Boat Festival
• Winterstart
• Ice Magic
• And much more...