What to do in Banff in winter

Santa Claus Parade of Lights

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The beautiful Banff town comes alive with Christmas carols in November, with the Santa Claus Parade of Lights. The parade happens at Banff Avenue.

XMAS Market

Visit the Banff Christmas markets for that traditional European style Christmas market. The markets are set up at 100 Sundance Rd, end of November each year.

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Banff Gondola

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Every year in December, you can meet Santa Claus and get treats from him at the Banff Gondola. The gondola summit also has an interactive centre (Santa’s workshop) from the North Pole.

Go ice skating in Lake Louise

Lake Louise transforms into a skater’s paradise with snowy mountains in winter.

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Go on winter hikes

Enjoy winter hikes in and around Banff town and Lake Louise.

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Admire wildlife

Banff is home to a wide variety of wild animals and birds. The most common animals include coyotes, grizzly bears, elk, deer, bighorn sheep, moose, etc.

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