Banff Santa Claus Celebration of Lights 2024

A festive weekend of holiday activities and entertainment to kick off the quintessential Christmas season in downtown Banff. Expect a full-day of cheerful celebrations on Saturday. Enjoy talented local and Albertan artists performing on the Cascade Main Stage, whimsical performers found through the event site, the Kids Craft Cabin with crafts galore, and more magical activities for you and the whole family to enjoy.

Who is it for?

All ages

FREE (National Park Admission Applies)

Date & Time:

Saturday, November 16, 2024

• 12pm – 7pm @ 200 Block of Banff Avenue
  • Performances at Cascade Main Stage
    • 12pm – St. Timothy Jr/Sr High School
      1pm – Michela Sheedy
      2pm – Bow Valley Chorus
      2:45pm – Tyler Woods
      4pm – Elfie Andy
      4:30pm – McDonald Wilson Dance Academy
      4:45pm – Santa’s Grand Arrival
      5pm – LaBelle Sisters
      5:30pm – Marmalade Lights
      6:15pm – The Frontiers
• The Bears Den — 12pm – 4:30pm @ Bear Street – Enjoy low-stimulation entertainment, featuring soothing live music and captivating storytelling.
• Kids Craft Cabin — 12pm – 5pm @ 200 Block of Banff Avenuec
• More Christmas Activities — 12pm – 5pm @ Banff Avenue, Caribou Street, Bear Street

• • Take a selfie with a giant inflatable Santa, meet with local sled dogs, warm up with a hot chocolate and so much more.

Sunday, November 17, 2024 @ Bear Street

• Storytime with Santa — 9am – 2pm
• Festive Pooch Parade — 10:30am

Venue & Address :

Banff Avenue, Caribou Street & Bear Street, Banff

Road Closures:

• Bear Street Surface Parking Lot will be closed starting at 7 a.m. on Friday, November 15, with accessible parking available via the alley, until Sunday, November 17, at 9 p.m. (three days).
• Bear Street (200 block), between the Brewster Mountain Lodge and Bear Street Mall underground parking entrances, will be closed to vehicles on Saturday, November 16, at 6 a.m., until Sunday, November 17, at 9 p.m. (two days).
• Banff Avenue (200 block), between Caribou Street and Wolf Street will be closed to vehicles on Saturday, November 16, at 6 a.m., until Saturday at 10 p.m. (one day).
• Caribou Street from Banff Avenue to Bear Street will be closed to vehicles on Saturday, November 16, at 6 a.m., until Saturday at 10 p.m. (one day).

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