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SnowDays Festival

Every January, Banff and Lake Louise comes alive with the vibrant SnowDays celebration. The streets of downtown Banff transform into a winter wonderland, showcasing larger-than-life snow sculptures, while Lake Louise dazzles with its stunning ice sculptures during Ice Magic. The thrill of skijoring electrifies the atmosphere, with excited onlookers lining Banff Avenue to catch the action. Don’t miss the lively Play Zone, Bear Street Hub and evenings at SnowNights where even more exciting experiences await .

Book your stay to join in on the magic and immerse yourself in this spectacular winter festival!

SnowDays Events Accommodation

Event Overview

When
Returning Jan. 2026
Time
Multiple events
Location
Multiple Locations

SnowDays Events

SkijoringSkijoring

Skijoring

Events & Festivals
Date
Returning Jan. 2026
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Giant Snow Sculptures on Bear Street during SnowDays Festival.Giant Snow Sculptures on Bear Street during SnowDays Festival.

Snow Sculptures

Events & Festivals
Date
Returning Jan. 2026
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A couple exploring Bear Street in the evening during SnowDaysA couple exploring Bear Street in the evening during SnowDays

SnowNights

Events & Festivals
Date
Returning Jan. 2026
See details about SnowNights
Weekend of WonderWeekend of Wonder

Weekend of Wonder

Events & Festivals
Date
Returning Jan. 2026
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An ice sculpture on display at Lake Louise with the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise in the background.An ice sculpture on display at Lake Louise with the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise in the background.

Ice Magic

Events & Festivals
Date
TBC
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Entertainment on Bear Street in BanffEntertainment on Bear Street in Banff

Bear Street Hub

Events & Festivals
Date
Returning Jan. 2026
See details about Bear Street Hub
A family enjoying the snow in Central Park during the SnowDays FestivalA family enjoying the snow in Central Park during the SnowDays Festival

SnowDays Play Zone

Events & Festivals
Date
Returning Jan. 2026
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Celebrate winter at SnowDays

How will you indulge your sense of adventure on your SnowDays holiday? Our three world-class ski resorts are waiting to welcome you, fluffy pow at the ready. The cross-country skiing and snowshoe trails of the park are more picturesque than ever, and the iconic Lake Louise ice rink invites you to skate and play in the quintessential Canadian experience.

Continue your SnowDays adventure with an unforgettable dog-sled or horse drawn sleigh ride through a snow-covered valley or feel the exhilaration as you whizz down the slopes at the Norquay or Lake Louise tube parks. Have the greatest winter days ever during SnowDays in Banff and Lake Louise.

SnowDays Activities

Group of people on a guided snowshoeing tour in the Lake Louise areaGroup of people on a guided snowshoeing tour in the Lake Louise area

Guided Snowshoeing Tour

Duration
3-6 hrs
See details about Guided Snowshoeing Tour
People enjoying a dog sled ride on a snowy trail in Lake Louise with Kingmik Dog Sled ToursPeople enjoying a dog sled ride on a snowy trail in Lake Louise with Kingmik Dog Sled Tours

Dog Sledding in Lake Louise

Duration
1-3 hrs
See details about Dog Sledding in Lake Louise
Ski & Snowboard LessonsSki & Snowboard Lessons

Ski & Snowboard Lessons

Duration
1-3 hrs
See details about Ski & Snowboard Lessons
Group of people on a guided icewalk tour in Johnston CanyonGroup of people on a guided icewalk tour in Johnston Canyon

Guided Ice Walk Tour

Duration
3-6 hrs
See details about Guided Ice Walk Tour
A couple skating on Lake Louise in the winter in Banff National ParkA couple skating on Lake Louise in the winter in Banff National Park

Ice Skating on Lake Louise

Duration
< 1hr
See details about Ice Skating on Lake Louise
Tubing at Mt. NorquayTubing at Mt. Norquay

Tubing at Mt. Norquay

Duration
1-3 hrs
See details about Tubing at Mt. Norquay
Guided E-fat Biking TourGuided E-fat Biking Tour

Guided E-fat Biking Tour

Duration
1-3 hrs
See details about Guided E-fat Biking Tour
Sleigh Ride in BanffSleigh Ride in Banff

Sleigh Ride in Banff

Duration
1-3 hrs
See details about Sleigh Ride in Banff
More Winter Activities

Event Schedule

DatesActivityLocationPrice
Returning Jan. 2026Daily and illuminated in the evening
Snow SculpturesMultiple LocationsFree Event
Returning Jan. 2026Multiple events
SnowNightsMultiple LocationsPrices vary
Returning Jan. 2026TBC
SnowDays Play ZoneNEW: Banff Central ParkFree event
Returning Jan. 2026TBC
Bear Street HubBear StreetFree Event
Returning Jan. 2026TBC
Skijoring200 Block, Banff AvenueFree Event
Returning Jan. 2026TBC
Weekend of WonderBear StreetFree event, some components ticketed
TBCTBC
Ice MagicLake LouiseTickets Required

Event Location

A horse pulls a trick skier over a snow jump in a Skijoring event on Banff Ave in Banff, Canada.A horse pulls a trick skier over a snow jump in a Skijoring event on Banff Ave in Banff, Canada.A horse pulls a trick skier over a snow jump in a Skijoring event on Banff Ave in Banff, Canada.

Featured Stories

Why You Need to see Skijoring on Banff Ave

Horses, skiers, tricks, and jumps are all a part of Skijoring during Banff SnowDays

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