SnowDays in Banff

Explore giant snow sculptures throughout downtown Banff, stop by the SnowDays Play Zone in the high school field, or test specialty menus at various local restaurants during this annual celebration of winter in Banff. Visit banfflakelouise.com/SnowDays for further event details.

SnowDays will affect vehicular traffic on multiple streets .Learn the specifics at banff.ca/RoadClosure.

Try cross-country skiing

Sunday, January 30, 1 – 2:30 p.m.
Join the expert team from Trail Sports and have some fun on cross-country skis! In this introductory cross-country ski session your instructor will teach you basic techniques like gliding and stopping on the Tunnel Mountain trail's flat terrain. Open to all abilities. Registration is required, and equipment is provided. Visit banff.ca/Register or call 403.762.1251 to register.

Newcomer town walking tour

Wednesdays, February 2 & March 2, 12:30 – 1:30 p.m.
Permanent or temporary Banff residents aged 18 – 30 are invited to join in a walking tour to learn key insights about living in Banff. You will learn about essential services, local history and more. Every participant on this tour will receive a BanffLIFE welcome pack full of community resources. Register for this free program online at banff.ca/BanffLife.

Library of Things bundles

Enter to win an experience bundle from the Library of Things at the Banff Public Library. This months featured item is the Homemade Pasta Night Bundle, which includes borrowing the pasta maker and cook book plus supplementary goodies and supplies to complete the experience. Visit banfflibrary.ab.ca to enter today.

Fenlands outdoor rink

The Fenlands is home to a 16,000 sq. ft. public outdoor ice skating rink in the beautiful meadow. The rink is open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily. The ice-skating rink is located behind the curling facility through the walking path next to the overflow parking lot. An additional rink is currently being built at the Train Station, and will be opening in the coming weeks.

Community art classes

Interested in art? There are a variety of art classes happening at The Fenlands this winter. Find all the courses and register at banff.ca/Register.

Outdoor rinks

Public outdoor rinks are open at The Fenlands and the Train Station. The Fenlands rink is open 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. and the Train Station rink is open 10 a.m. – 9 p.m.

Help Prevent the Spread. Book your vaccination.

Health Canada has approved vaccines for anyone 5 years old and older. Vaccinations for ages 5 – 11 must be booked through Alberta Health Services. Third doses are available for those 18+ who had their second dose at least 5 months ago. To book an appointment, call 8-1-1 or visit alberta.ca/vaccine.

Visit banff.ca/COVIDhelp for booking a vaccine shot and info on support services. The Banff Community Health Centre and local pharmacies are distributing rapid tests as supplies become available. Email help@banff.ca for questions about support services.

Be Kind. Be Safe.

The Government of Alberta requires masks to be worn in all indoor public spaces and workplaces, including shops and restaurants.
Call 8-1-1 if you have questions about isolation requirements, vaccines or testing.

Visit banff.ca/COVID for daily updates on Banff's case counts, vaccination rates and restrictions. Sign up for emergency alerts at banff.ca/Emergency. Visit banff.ca/CovidHelp for information on COVID support services. Services include grocery delivery, mental health support, vaccination information, and more.

Meetings

Service Review and Budget Debate:
November 29 – January 26
Visit banff.ca/ServiceReview for schedule.

Council: Monday, January 24, 2 p.m.

View the live meeting at banff.ca/Live.
Visit banff.ca/AgendaCent re or subscribe to meeting agendas at banff.ca/Notify.