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Canmore All Events
• A WorldWeb.com Travel Guide to All Events in Canmore, Alberta.
Friday Night Backyard Rail Jam Series + My Favorites Mar 05 Rail Jam series held at Mt Norquay's terrain park "The Backyard."
Different age categories Skiers & Boarders Plenty of prizes
5:30pm - 6:30pm Registration
$10 Entry. (Free entry for anyone dressing up for the Friday the 13th rail jam)
Bib deposit and lift ticket required
Ski Norquay Address: Mt Norquay Rd, N of Hwy 1, Banff AB CAN
Masters Series Ski Racing + My Favorites Mar 03, Mar 10, Mar 17 Come along and try ski racing in a fun and friendly atmosphere. The competition is for anyone, from first timers through to old pro's.
Ski Norquay Address: Mt Norquay Rd, N of Hwy 1, Banff AB CAN
Biathlon National Championships More Info
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+ My Favorites Mar 01 to Mar 05, Mar 07 Sports enthusiasts in Canmore and fans of the biathlon can take in the Canadian National Championships of the event at the beginning of March. The championships run over seven days and are held at the Canmore Nordic Centre.
Grab A Slab + My Favorites
TBA Grab A Slab is an annual ice carving competition held during the Canmore Winterfest. The event is open to everyone and is free admission. Address: Canmore, AB Tel: 1 403 678-1878
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Bruno Englar Vetrans Ski Race + My Favorites Mar 27 The annual Bruno Engler Memorial Veterans' ski race is the longest consecutively running ski race in Canada.
Prizes for the fastest competitor in six age categories including prizes for oldest competitor, best family combined time and best costume. The event features lunch and a buffet dinner award night.
Ski Norquay Address: Mt Norquay Rd, N of Hwy 1, Banff AB CAN
Sharkfest More Info
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+ My Favorites Mar 27 to Mar 28 Held over two days at the end of March, Sharkfest is organized by the Rocky Mountain Racers ski club and takes place on Mount Shark's racing trails in Kanaskis Country.
You Look Good Riders Cup More Info
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+ My Favorites Apr 03 to Apr 04 Over the past years with the support from the snowboarding industry, athletes, spectators and sponsors, the YLGRC series has grown to become the most successful, and talked about snowboard series in Canada.
Ski Norquay Address: Mt Norquay Rd, N of Hwy 1, Banff AB CAN
Annual Bike Swap More Info
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TBA Organized by the Rundle Mountain Cycling Club, the Annual Bike Swap is a great way to get a set of new wheels for the riding season. Bike drop off starts in the morning and the bike sale runs through the afternoon.
Canmore Crossing Address: 1120 Railway Avenue Canmore AB CAN T1W 1P4
Dummy Downhill + My Favorites
TBA Ski Norquays 1st Annual Dummy Downhill. Build your own dummy and launch it off our huge jump. Dummies will be scored for creativity and style.
Entry to the downhill entitles participants to discount lift tickets($20 day tickets, up to four per entry)
And don't forget that all midweek passes are valid for Norquays Last weekend.
Art Gallery Grand Opening! + My Favorites May 01 Grand Opening Virginia Ann Hemingson Art Gallery Open House Event 11am - 7pm Music Refreshments Art Glacier Rock Lodge Spring Creek Mountain Village Canmore, Alberta
ALICE SALTIEL: Wild! More Info
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TBA Alice Saltiel opens the spring season with dynamic images of the big cats: lions, tigers, leopards. These extraordinary portraits capture the elegant power of the exotic animals. Opening Reception Saturday, April 26th, 1:00-4:00 pm. Artist in attendance.
Canmore Children's Festival More Info
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+ My Favorites May 22 An array of performances for children of all ages are offered at this annual event, which kicks off with a family pancake breakfast and capped by a gala event for the entire family. Music, theater, culture and comedy are just a few of the performance events provided. Address: Canmore Collegiate High School Canmore AB
artSPeak Arts Festival More Info
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+ My Favorites Jun 18 to Jun 21 Canmore ArtSPeak Arts Festival is a festive weekend long event celebrating all things creative and artistic in the mountains. With many free and colorful events happening, there is sure to be something for people of all ages to participate in. Roaming street performers, an artFair, workshops, a community mural project, artWalks, artDrives, concerts, book readings, film screenings and much more are all part of this festive event for the whole town. Address: 7th Ave Canmore AB
ArtsPeak + My Favorites
TBA The Edge Gallery is one of the participants in ArtsPeak this year presenting "New York to Canmore". Abstract, colorfield works from New York artists (eg. Jules Olitski, John Adams Griefen) to Canadian artists (eg. Jonathan Forrest, David Foxcroft, Paul Kuhn). ArtsPeak is Canmore's annual mountain arts festival, with art walks, studio art tours, street performances, musical performances and the "Best of the Banff film festival" productions.
The Edge Gallery Address: 612 Spring Creek Drive Canmore AB T1W 0C7
Mozart on the Mountain More Info
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TBA The Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra performs the music of Mozart at this outdoor concert. Bus transportation is available from Calgary.
Mozart on the Mountain will not be part of the line-up for 2008.
Rafter Six Ranch Resort Address: 15 min E of Canmore, S of Hwy 1 at Rafter Six Ranch exit, Canmore AB
Canada Day Celebrations + My Favorites
TBA Canmore's Canada Day celebrations kick off at 7:30am with a free breakfast in Centennial Park, followed by a parade down main street at noon, a marching band performances in Centennial Park at 1:30pm, and wrap up with fireworks at 10:30pm. Address: Main Street Canmore AB
Canmore Triathlon More Info
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+ My Favorites Jul 04 Nestled in the spectacular Rocky Mountains, this racecourse is comprised of a competitive swim in Quarry Lake, a bike course along the magnificent Three Sisters Parkway and a run through paved tree-lined pathways surrounding the Nordic Center. An array of modified race offerings are available for beginner to advanced triathletes.
Canmore Miner's Day More Info
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+ My Favorites Jul 10 Miner's Day commemorates the history of Canmore miners with a parade, speeches and a luncheon for the area's former miners and their families.
24 Hours of Adrenaline More Info
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TBA The World Solo 24 Hour Championship mountain-biking event is held in Canmore during July. The race includes a figure eight course at the Canmore Nordic Centre which can be well viewed along the way by cheering spectators. This much-anticipated event attracts 1,400 athletes, competing in teams, and about 3,000 spectators.
Canmore Folk Music Festival More Info
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+ My Favorites Jul 31 to Aug 02 The Canmore Folk Music Festival is Alberta's longest-running folk festival. Held on the Heritage Day long weekend (Saturday through Monday the first weekend in August), the festival has become one of the most successful "happenings" in Canmore's annual calendar. Address: Box 8098 Canmore Tel: 1 403 678-2524
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Canmore Highland Games More Info
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+ My Favorites Sep 05 Occurring annually on the Sunday of Labor Day weekend, this festival showcases Celtic culture through a wide variety of events, including piping and drumming competitions, highland dancing, heavy sports contests and sheep dog demos. The events are capped off with a traditional Scottish ceilidh, complete with food, dancing and live entertainment.
Canmore Rocky Mountain Half Marathon More Info
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TBA Proceeds of the Canmore Rocky Mountain Half Marathon will go towards CAUSE Canada-Canadians Challenging Global Poverty. Participants will race along the Bow River and other trails, offering views of the mountain scenery.
Address: Canmore, AB Tel: 1 403 678-3332
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CAUSE Canadian Rocky Mountain Half Marathon More Info
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+ My Favorites Sep 12 This annual half marathon is arguably one of Canada's most scenic race routes and raises funds for the CAUSE, a local non-profit international relief and development organization. The race is held every September and is run along the Bow River and through the Three Sisters Mountain Village.
Festival of Eagles + My Favorites
TBA Every mid-October, the town of Canmore celebrates the migration of the golden eagle in the Canadian Rockies. Participate in guided nature hikes and learn more about these birds of prey.
Address: Canmore, AB Tel: 1 403 678-1878
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Vic Lewis International Band Festival More Info
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TBA The Vic Lewis International Band Festival is a non-competitive music festival that welcomes school bands from Alberta to come out and perform and attend workshops. Festivities will be held at Canmore Collegiate High and the Canmore Recreation Centre. Evening gala performances will be held at the Oh Canada, Eh?! Theatre.
Canmore Life Fest More Info
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+ My Favorites Nov 13 to Nov 14 An interactive exposition showcasing healthy and active living solutions, this annual exhibition features a wide selection of booths, keynote speakers and seminars. On-site child care is also provided. Address: Canmore Collegiate High School Canmore AB
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