Special Events
UNFORGETTABLE
SPECIAL EVENTS
From festive musical performances to Christmas Classics performed on our theatre stage, we're planning a variety of festive events to make this the most unforgettable & magical Christmas yet! All events are complimentary for hotel guests to attend. See a preview of the Special Events we have planned down below!
Our festive Resort Activities are now available to book via our Guest Experience Platform. Prior to your arrival at Fairmont Banff Springs, you'll receive an e-mail with access to your personalized Guest Experience Portal to help you plan your stay.
* Times and locations below are subject to change. Please refer to the schedule in your Guest Experience Portal for up-to-date event details.
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In Search of Christmas Spirit
Connect with our Concierge team for tickets exclusive to our guests for any sold out Saturdays or for early access tickets on all other dates.
DATE: Saturdays, Nov 16 - Dec 7, & Dec 24
TIME: 4:30, 5:00, 5:30pm, 8:30pm, 9:00pm
Festive CP Mini Train
The highlight of the experience? A special visit from Santa himself! Kids of all ages can share their holiday wishes and capture the magic of the season in this beautiful setting. Staging will be outside the Adventure Centre at the Gatehouse.
DATE: Nov 15
TIME: 3:30pm - 5:00pm
LOCATION: Gatehouse
Tree Lighting Ceremony
Celebrate the launch of our annual 'Christmas at the Castle' at Fairmont Banff Springs. Non-hotel guests can purchase tickets for this experience here. Guests staying at the hotel can book this experience via our Guest Experience Platform.
DATE: Nov 23
TIME: 7:30pm - 8:30pm
LOCATION: Mount Stephen Hall
Santa Meet & Greet
Come meet Santa at our stunning Riverview Lounge.
No reservations, walk in only.
DATE: Nov 23, & 30, Dec 1, 7, 8, 13, 14
TIME: 9:00am - 10:30am
LOCATION: Riverview Lounge
A Christmas Carol
Do not miss this timeless, heart warming live show that is the perfect entertainment for your family performed at Fairmont Banff Springs. Connect with concierge team for discounted tickets exclusive to our hotel guests.
Tickets can be booked through Eventbrite.
DATE: Dec 5 - 29, for showtimes please visit the Eventbrite booking link.
LOCATION: Theatre
Guided Hot Chocolate Trail
As you sip your way through this sweet adventure, your ambassador will walk you downtown while sharing stories about the hotel’s rich history, the local culture, and its magical holiday traditions at the castle.
Registration required, register through your Guest Experience Platform Link.
DATE: Dec 17, 24, 25, 26, 31, Jan 1, 2025
TIME: 10:15am - 12:00pm
LOCATION: Adventure Centre
Carter Ryan Carolers
Enjoy your festive favorites live from our roaming carolers!
DATE: Dec 6 - 21
TIME: 4:00pm - 5:00pm
LOCATION: Roaming
Bow Valley Carolers
Enjoy your festive favorites live from our roaming carolers!
DATE: Dec 20 & 21
TIME: 10:30am - 11:30pm
LOCATION: Roaming
Journey to the North Pole
Tour the lavishly decorated Castle in the Rockies with Santa as your guide. Non-hotel guests can purchase tickets for this experience here. Guests staying at the hotel can book this experience via our Guest Experience Platform.
DATE: Dec 15 - 17
TIME: 3:30pm - 4:15pm
LOCATION: Meet in Gatehouse Living Room
Bow Valley Carolers
Enjoy your festive favorites live from our roaming carolers!
DATE: Dec 15 - 24
TIME: 4:00pm - 5:00pm
LOCATION: Roaming
Festive Welcome Reception
Come join us in Mount Stephen Hall for our annual Festive Welcome Reception
Registration required, register through your Guest Experience Platform Link.
DATE: Dec 21
TIME: 4:00pm - 5:15pm
LOCATION: Mount Stephen Hall
Cirque Du Fairmont
Join us for a whimsical evening of Cirque Du Fairmont at the Fairmont Banff Springs, featuring a festive Grinch theme
Registration required, register through your Guest Experience Platform Link.
DATE: Dec 21
TIME: 8:00pm - 9:00pm
LOCATION: Cascade Ballroom
Christmas Carols with Bow Valley Chorus
Join our Castle Carolers for an evening of music in Mt. Stephen Hall. Sing along to your favourite festive classics with the family!
DATE: Dec 23 & 24
TIME: 8:00pm - 9:00pm
LOCATION: Mount Stephen Hall
Magic of Colby - Master Mentalist
Step into the extraordinary world of mind-reading marvels with Coby, the 'James Bond' of magic.
Registration required, register through your Guest Experience Platform Link.
DATE: Dec 26
TIME: 8:00pm - 9:00pm
LOCATION: Cascade Ballroom
Rocketman Revisited
Don't miss out on the chance to experience a night of musical nostalgia and pure entertainment with "Rocketman Revisited"!
Registration required, register through your Guest Experience Platform Link.
DATE: Dec 27
TIME: 8:00pm - 9:00pm
LOCATION: Cascade Ballroom
The ABBA-solutely Fabulous Holiday Show
Do not miss this 90 minute musical love letter to ABBA this holiday! Grab your platforms, toss on the sequins & get ready to raise the roof! Connect with concierge team for discounted tickets exclusive to our hotel guests.
Blue Suede Shoes
Prepare to be transported back to the golden age of rock 'n' roll with our Elvis Tribute Show!
Registration required, register through your Guest Experience Platform Link.
DATE: Dec 28
TIME: 8:00pm - 9:00pm
LOCATION: Cascade Ballroom
Kids NYE Party
Have the little ones ring in the New Year at our own Kids New Years Eve Party!
Registration required, register through your Guest Experience Platform Link.
DATE: Dec 31
TIME: 7:30pm - 11:30pm
LOCATION: Alhambra Room
Ice Magic
Experience a breathtaking winter wonderland at the renowned Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise for the
much-anticipated return of Ice Magic in 2025.
For more information, please visit the Banff & Lake Louise Tourism website here.
DATE: Jan 29 - Feb 2
TIME: 10:00am - 9:00pm
LOCATION: Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise