News Releases

Aug 6 - Media Advisory - June 13, 2026: Banff pilot showcases rewards-based approach to responsible visitor behaviour

Banff & Lake Louise Tourism is launching a first-of-its-kind pilot activation in Canada to test how rewarding responsible travel behaviours can help reduce congestion and emissions in Banff National Park.

Jan 7 - SnowDays Returns to Banff and Lake Louise on Jan. 17 – Feb. 2

A season of frozen fun awaits as popular events return, new experiences added

Nov 12 - Banff and Lake Louise Launch Seven Weeks of Festivities to Ignite the Holiday Spirit

Family activities, culinary journeys and more await visitors in a real-life wintery snowglobe.

Sep 5 - Celebrate Diversity in the Canadian Rockies at Banff Pride on Oct. 4-14

• Banff Pride unveils 10 days of divas, disco and drag, shines a light on 2SLGBTQA+ culture and community

Aug 1 - Banff and Lake Louise Open and Continue to Welcome Visitors for Summer

Wildfires are not threatening public safety in Banff National Park currently

Apr 18 - New 'Banff Borrows' Initiative to Combat Single-Use Waste

12 businesses commit to Banff's first reusable cup program ahead of Earth Day

Jan 4 - Ice Magic Returns to Banff National Park’s SnowDays Festival

A winter wonderland extravaganza is extended by five days of frozen fun

Nov 8 - Banff and Lake Louise Unveil Six Weeks of Programming to Ignite the Holiday Spirit

- Festive family activities, culinary journeys and more await visitors in a mountain winter wonderland -

Mar 9 - Banff & Lake Louise Tourism Launches First Sustainability Initiative of its Kind for Business Events

The Community Impact Program, a new innovative initiative enhancing business events, is designed to help improve the long-term economic and social sustainability of Canada’s first and most visited national park.

Jan 24 - 10-Year Vision for Tourism in Banff and Lake Louise launched Lead Tourism For Good

10-Year Vision for Tourism in Banff and Lake Louise has been adopted by Banff & Lake Louise Tourism and the Town of Banff, with support from Parks Canada. Informed by extensive community engagement, The Vision will be a guiding document for the future of sustainable tourism in Banff National Park.

Jan 5 - Skijoring Returns to Banff National Park’s SnowDays Festival

To celebrate the beauty and majesty of the winter season, the annual SnowDays festival is returning to Banff National Park with new enhancements to programming and the visitor experience, giving winter enthusiasts more reasons to attend.

Oct 21 - Sample cuisine at 23 Banff restaurants during Taste for Adventure

With 11 new restaurants since November 2020, Banff and Lake Louise are gaining momentum as foodie destinations, offering a smorgasbord of choices.

May 19 - Calgarians Visiting Banff National Park Encouraged To Take Transit This Summer

As the Banff and Lake Louise area readies itself to welcome visitors throughout the busy summer season, Calgarians are encouraged to help offset the impact of personal vehicle use on wildlife and the environment by taking transit.