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A family watches christmas themed stilt walkers in Banff for the Santa Claus Celebration of Lights
Christmas in Banff and Lake Louise

Santa Claus Celebration of Lights

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.

Stay the night for the ultimate Christmas weekend and experience Storytime with Santa on Sunday where Santa and his elves will host a cozy Christmas morning.

Storytime With Santa tickets will be available at 10 am on November 4, 2024. No tickets are required for any other Santa Clause Celebration activities.

Storytime With Santa TicketsEvent Details

Event Overview

When
TBC
Time
TBC
Location
Banff Avenue, Caribou Street & Bear Street

Event Details

Please note: In the event of extreme weather conditions, the Santa Claus Celebration of Lights may be modified or cancelled. Join the Facebook event for the most up to date messaging.

Event Location

Walking

The event is centrally located in downtown Banff and is within easy walking distance from many hotels.

Public Transit

Use Roam Public Transit Route 1 or 2 for easy access to downtown Banff from many hotels.

Parking

The Banff Train Station has free 9-hour parking and is only a 5-10 minute walk from many of the event sites. Paid parking is in effect for downtown parking.

Santa Claus Celebration of Lights is made possible with our partners at Mountain Event Rentals and PM Gigs and local participating businesses; Banff Doghouse, Park Distillery Restaurant, Discover Banff Tours, Open Top Touring, Snowy Owl Sled Dog Tours, Sunshine Village, Big Bear Trading Co., Herschel, Roam Public Transit, Brewster Mountain Lodge, Whitebark Cafe, Wild Flour and Little Wild..