This year's winter events lineup has something for everyone!
Whether you’re an event spectator or participant, you're guaranteed to have a great time in one of the most beautiful, exciting and family friendly places on earth! Come out and take part in the festivities this winter.
*Event participants/competitors can register online here on skilouise.com prior to individual event days (usually 3-4 weeks before the event).
Click on a event below for full details:
The Lake Louise Ski club are hosting the first U16 ski races of the season.
The top 15 and 16 year ski racers in the province will be competing in GS on Friday and Saturday and Slalom Sunday. The race will be held on Upper Wiwaxy and the challenging Men’s Downhill pitch. The women’s first run will start around 10:00 each morning with the men following at around 11:00.
The Lake Louise Ski club are hosting the first U16 ski races of the season.
The top 15 and 16 year ski racers in the province will be competing in GS on Friday and Saturday and Slalom Sunday. The race will be held on Upper Wiwaxy and the challenging Men’s Downhill pitch. The women’s first run will start around 10:00 each morning with the men following at around 11:00.
Get Ready, Get Set, Snow Days! - It is always a 'snow day' in Banff National Park
Banff National Park is the cool place to be this winter – in more ways than one! Celebrate the wonders of this exciting season with SnowDays, a fun-filled month of heart pumping, mid-week activities and weekend festivals jam-packed with adventures of all kinds.
Ninety-six years ago, Banff hosted its first Banff Winter Carnival, which saw enthusiastic participants hit the ice on the Bow River for some curling, and strap on their skis and snowshoes for fun in the snow. Nearly a century later, a full slate of festivals and activities bring those traditions to life: ice climbing, outdoor skating, hockey, ice carving, curling, snow sculptures, and more!
For more information about the exciting activities happening around Banff and Lake Louise, please follow this link to the Banff Lake Louise Tourism website.
The Lake Louise Ski club are hosting the first U16 ski races of the season.
The top 15 and 16 year ski racers in the province will be competing in GS on Friday and Saturday and Slalom Sunday. The race will be held on Upper Wiwaxy and the challenging Men’s Downhill pitch. The women’s first run will start around 10:00 each morning with the men following at around 11:00.
Get Ready, Get Set, Snow Days! - It is always a 'snow day' in Banff National Park
Banff National Park is the cool place to be this winter – in more ways than one! Celebrate the wonders of this exciting season with SnowDays, a fun-filled month of heart pumping, mid-week activities and weekend festivals jam-packed with adventures of all kinds.
Ninety-six years ago, Banff hosted its first Banff Winter Carnival, which saw enthusiastic participants hit the ice on the Bow River for some curling, and strap on their skis and snowshoes for fun in the snow. Nearly a century later, a full slate of festivals and activities bring those traditions to life: ice climbing, outdoor skating, hockey, ice carving, curling, snow sculptures, and more!
For more information about the exciting activities happening around Banff and Lake Louise, please follow this link to the Banff Lake Louise Tourism website.
Get Ready, Get Set, Snow Days! - It is always a 'snow day' in Banff National Park
Banff National Park is the cool place to be this winter – in more ways than one! Celebrate the wonders of this exciting season with SnowDays, a fun-filled month of heart pumping, mid-week activities and weekend festivals jam-packed with adventures of all kinds.
Ninety-six years ago, Banff hosted its first Banff Winter Carnival, which saw enthusiastic participants hit the ice on the Bow River for some curling, and strap on their skis and snowshoes for fun in the snow. Nearly a century later, a full slate of festivals and activities bring those traditions to life: ice climbing, outdoor skating, hockey, ice carving, curling, snow sculptures, and more!
For more information about the exciting activities happening around Banff and Lake Louise, please follow this link to the Banff Lake Louise Tourism website.
Get Ready, Get Set, Snow Days! - It is always a 'snow day' in Banff National Park
Banff National Park is the cool place to be this winter – in more ways than one! Celebrate the wonders of this exciting season with SnowDays, a fun-filled month of heart pumping, mid-week activities and weekend festivals jam-packed with adventures of all kinds.
Ninety-six years ago, Banff hosted its first Banff Winter Carnival, which saw enthusiastic participants hit the ice on the Bow River for some curling, and strap on their skis and snowshoes for fun in the snow. Nearly a century later, a full slate of festivals and activities bring those traditions to life: ice climbing, outdoor skating, hockey, ice carving, curling, snow sculptures, and more!
For more information about the exciting activities happening around Banff and Lake Louise, please follow this link to the Banff Lake Louise Tourism website.
Get Ready, Get Set, Snow Days! - It is always a 'snow day' in Banff National Park
Banff National Park is the cool place to be this winter – in more ways than one! Celebrate the wonders of this exciting season with SnowDays, a fun-filled month of heart pumping, mid-week activities and weekend festivals jam-packed with adventures of all kinds.
Ninety-six years ago, Banff hosted its first Banff Winter Carnival, which saw enthusiastic participants hit the ice on the Bow River for some curling, and strap on their skis and snowshoes for fun in the snow. Nearly a century later, a full slate of festivals and activities bring those traditions to life: ice climbing, outdoor skating, hockey, ice carving, curling, snow sculptures, and more!
For more information about the exciting activities happening around Banff and Lake Louise, please follow this link to the Banff Lake Louise Tourism website.
Get Ready, Get Set, Snow Days! - It is always a 'snow day' in Banff National Park
Banff National Park is the cool place to be this winter – in more ways than one! Celebrate the wonders of this exciting season with SnowDays, a fun-filled month of heart pumping, mid-week activities and weekend festivals jam-packed with adventures of all kinds.
Ninety-six years ago, Banff hosted its first Banff Winter Carnival, which saw enthusiastic participants hit the ice on the Bow River for some curling, and strap on their skis and snowshoes for fun in the snow. Nearly a century later, a full slate of festivals and activities bring those traditions to life: ice climbing, outdoor skating, hockey, ice carving, curling, snow sculptures, and more!
For more information about the exciting activities happening around Banff and Lake Louise, please follow this link to the Banff Lake Louise Tourism website.
Get Ready, Get Set, Snow Days! - It is always a 'snow day' in Banff National Park
Banff National Park is the cool place to be this winter – in more ways than one! Celebrate the wonders of this exciting season with SnowDays, a fun-filled month of heart pumping, mid-week activities and weekend festivals jam-packed with adventures of all kinds.
Ninety-six years ago, Banff hosted its first Banff Winter Carnival, which saw enthusiastic participants hit the ice on the Bow River for some curling, and strap on their skis and snowshoes for fun in the snow. Nearly a century later, a full slate of festivals and activities bring those traditions to life: ice climbing, outdoor skating, hockey, ice carving, curling, snow sculptures, and more!
For more information about the exciting activities happening around Banff and Lake Louise, please follow this link to the Banff Lake Louise Tourism website.
Now in its 19th year, this Banff National Park classic is more popular than ever. Experience Lake Louise at its winter finest during the Ice Magic Festival. Centerpiece to SnowDays, a month-long celebration of winter in Banff National Park.
Park & Ride!
Avoid the hassle and take advantage of theFREEshuttle running from the Samson Mall to The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, return every 20 mins: Saturday & Sunday January 19 & 20 and 26 & 27 from 10:30am – 5:30pm.
International Ice Carving Competition Weekend - January 18 - 20
Hosted by The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, this 34- hour competition is the most anticipated spectacle of the Festival. 24 internationally recognized professional ice carvers work in teams of two to sculpt towering one-of-a-kind works of art from imposing blocks of solid ice on the shores of Lake Louise. With each ice block weighing a daunting 300lbs, this exceptional art form involves grueling physical labour in a delicate balancing act with precision artistry. The carving theme for 2013 is "Carve a Song". This weekend also hosts the One Carver, One Hour, One Block speed carving event at the Lake Louise Inn, interpretive ice carving demonstrations by Ice Magic's Lead Judge Dan Rebholtz, horse drawn wagon rides, ice skating on Lake Louise beneath the towering gaze of the Victoria Glacier and much more.
Ice Magic Judges Carve-Off at the Lake Louise Ski Area
Sunday January 20th
10:30am - 11:30am
FREE!
2 professional ice carvers go head to head
Little Chippers Weekend - January 26 & 27
Join us as we celebrate the young and young at heart. Not only can you marvel at the finished ice carvings from the previous competition weekend, this weekend is filled with activities and experiences that are focused on family fun.
The Ice Playground is where your kids - and you - can learn the art and science of ice carving first-hand, play ice mini golf, crawl through an ice tunnel and cruise down an ice slide. You can skate with the Ice Queen on Lake Louise, witness the 10-block ice carving event and spend time in the Cozy Corner Kids Indoor Activity Centre
Snow Days
January 12 to February 10
Get Ready, Get Set, Snow Days! - It is always a 'snow day' in Banff National Park
Banff National Park is the cool place to be this winter – in more ways than one! Celebrate the wonders of this exciting season with SnowDays, a fun-filled month of heart pumping, mid-week activities and weekend festivals jam-packed with adventures of all kinds.
Ninety-six years ago, Banff hosted its first Banff Winter Carnival, which saw enthusiastic participants hit the ice on the Bow River for some curling, and strap on their skis and snowshoes for fun in the snow. Nearly a century later, a full slate of festivals and activities bring those traditions to life: ice climbing, outdoor skating, hockey, ice carving, curling, snow sculptures, and more!
For more information about the exciting activities happening around Banff and Lake Louise, please follow this link to the Banff Lake Louise Tourism website.
Now in its 19th year, this Banff National Park classic is more popular than ever. Experience Lake Louise at its winter finest during the Ice Magic Festival. Centerpiece to SnowDays, a month-long celebration of winter in Banff National Park.
Park & Ride!
Avoid the hassle and take advantage of theFREEshuttle running from the Samson Mall to The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, return every 20 mins: Saturday & Sunday January 19 & 20 and 26 & 27 from 10:30am – 5:30pm.
International Ice Carving Competition Weekend - January 18 - 20
Hosted by The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, this 34- hour competition is the most anticipated spectacle of the Festival. 24 internationally recognized professional ice carvers work in teams of two to sculpt towering one-of-a-kind works of art from imposing blocks of solid ice on the shores of Lake Louise. With each ice block weighing a daunting 300lbs, this exceptional art form involves grueling physical labour in a delicate balancing act with precision artistry. The carving theme for 2013 is "Carve a Song". This weekend also hosts the One Carver, One Hour, One Block speed carving event at the Lake Louise Inn, interpretive ice carving demonstrations by Ice Magic's Lead Judge Dan Rebholtz, horse drawn wagon rides, ice skating on Lake Louise beneath the towering gaze of the Victoria Glacier and much more.
Ice Magic Judges Carve-Off at the Lake Louise Ski Area
Sunday January 20th
10:30am - 11:30am
FREE!
2 professional ice carvers go head to head
Little Chippers Weekend - January 26 & 27
Join us as we celebrate the young and young at heart. Not only can you marvel at the finished ice carvings from the previous competition weekend, this weekend is filled with activities and experiences that are focused on family fun.
The Ice Playground is where your kids - and you - can learn the art and science of ice carving first-hand, play ice mini golf, crawl through an ice tunnel and cruise down an ice slide. You can skate with the Ice Queen on Lake Louise, witness the 10-block ice carving event and spend time in the Cozy Corner Kids Indoor Activity Centre
Avalanche Awareness Days
January 19 - 20
The Lake Louise Ski Area is committed to championing safe and responsible outdoor pursuits. As one of the 40+ communities that take part in Avalanche Awareness Days, Lake Louise has plenty of exciting and educational activities planned. Our Avalanche Safety professionals will be on hand at various locations throughout the weekend to provide general and Lake Louise specific information on avalanche safety.
Activity Times
Information Booth:10:00am – 3:00pm Inside the Lodge of the Ten Peaks
Beacon Practice: 10:00am – 12:00pm and 1:00pm – 3:00pm Beacon Plot on Pika
Snow Profile Talks: 10:00am – 12:00pm & 1:00pm – 3:00pm Beacon Plot on Pika
Avalanche Dog Demo: 10:00am – 3:00pm (Sunday Only) Outside the Lodge of the Ten Peaks
Avalanche Gun Giveaway: 1:00pm – 3:00pm Outside the Lodge of the Ten Peaks
FIS World Snow Day
January 19 - 20
The Lake Louise Ski Area wants to get YOU on snow. Come out to the Lake Louise Ski Area and make this THE BIGGEST WEEKEND ON SNOW, ALL YEAR!
Kids Ski Free!
Children under 12 years old ski FREE January 19 & 20.
*2 Free Child Tickets per 1 Adult Ticket purchased, including Louise Plus Card and any other Lake Louise day ticket
*2 Free Child Tickets per 1 Adult Lake Louise Season Pass holder
Sightseeing Gondola
Don't ski or snowboard (yet)? You can still experience one of Banff National Park's most spectacular views atop the Grizzly Gondola.
*Special 2 for 1 offer on Gondola foot passenger tickets. 2 tickets for only $20.95 +gst
Snowshoeing
Tour the Ptarmigan Ridge by snowshoe with the beginner's introduction to snowshoeing.
*For only $59 +gst you receive snowshoe rentals, gondola ride, and 1-hour guided snowshoe tour.
To reserve your spot, call 1-403-522-1333.
Great Divide Lodge
*Special offer of 15% off all rooms during the FIS World Snow Day weekend.
*Receive 20% off Level 1 & 2 Lesson packages if you mention FIS World Snow Day at the time off booking.
To book your lesson, call 1-403-522-1333.
For more information on FIS World Snow Day celebrations taking place all over the world, visit the FIS World Snow Day Website.
Evolve Lake Louise Open Snowboard Cross Competition
January 19 - 20
Evolve/Lake Louise Open SBX Event
Evolve Ski & Snowboard Club and Lake Louise will host an open Snowboardcross (SBX) event on January 19 and 20, 2013 at the Lake Louise Ski Area on the Cross course. This event will be open to everyone (ASA membership required) and is geared towards giving people a chance to experience this fun and exciting event. The race will be split into age categories (14 and under, 15-17, 18 plus) and run in the Last Chance Qualifier (LCQ) format, guaranteeing 2 runs per competitor at the minimum.
Come learn to jump, spin and jib with The Women's Snowboard Federation at Lake Louise! The WSF is hosting an 8 week park specific snowboard camp for girls. Designed for all ages from beginner to advanced park riders. Separate groups for separate ability levels, Canada's top coaches and gifts from Roxy!
The camp runs for 8 weeks, every weekend starting on Saturday January 19th, 2013. Girls can sign up for the 1 or 2 day program.
To register for the camp and find out more please visit the WSF website:
Come along to the Lake Louise Ski Area and test out some great equipment from great ski and snowboard companies. There will be a number of companies and shops on hand to give you all the information you need about their products.
More Details To Come
Snow Days
January 12 to February 10
Get Ready, Get Set, Snow Days! - It is always a 'snow day' in Banff National Park
Banff National Park is the cool place to be this winter – in more ways than one! Celebrate the wonders of this exciting season with SnowDays, a fun-filled month of heart pumping, mid-week activities and weekend festivals jam-packed with adventures of all kinds.
Ninety-six years ago, Banff hosted its first Banff Winter Carnival, which saw enthusiastic participants hit the ice on the Bow River for some curling, and strap on their skis and snowshoes for fun in the snow. Nearly a century later, a full slate of festivals and activities bring those traditions to life: ice climbing, outdoor skating, hockey, ice carving, curling, snow sculptures, and more!
For more information about the exciting activities happening around Banff and Lake Louise, please follow this link to the Banff Lake Louise Tourism website.
Now in its 19th year, this Banff National Park classic is more popular than ever. Experience Lake Louise at its winter finest during the Ice Magic Festival. Centerpiece to SnowDays, a month-long celebration of winter in Banff National Park.
Park & Ride!
Avoid the hassle and take advantage of theFREEshuttle running from the Samson Mall to The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, return every 20 mins: Saturday & Sunday January 19 & 20 and 26 & 27 from 10:30am – 5:30pm.
International Ice Carving Competition Weekend - January 18 - 20
Hosted by The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, this 34- hour competition is the most anticipated spectacle of the Festival. 24 internationally recognized professional ice carvers work in teams of two to sculpt towering one-of-a-kind works of art from imposing blocks of solid ice on the shores of Lake Louise. With each ice block weighing a daunting 300lbs, this exceptional art form involves grueling physical labour in a delicate balancing act with precision artistry. The carving theme for 2013 is "Carve a Song". This weekend also hosts the One Carver, One Hour, One Block speed carving event at the Lake Louise Inn, interpretive ice carving demonstrations by Ice Magic's Lead Judge Dan Rebholtz, horse drawn wagon rides, ice skating on Lake Louise beneath the towering gaze of the Victoria Glacier and much more.
Ice Magic Judges Carve-Off at the Lake Louise Ski Area
Sunday January 20th
10:30am - 11:30am
FREE!
2 professional ice carvers go head to head
Little Chippers Weekend - January 26 & 27
Join us as we celebrate the young and young at heart. Not only can you marvel at the finished ice carvings from the previous competition weekend, this weekend is filled with activities and experiences that are focused on family fun.
The Ice Playground is where your kids - and you - can learn the art and science of ice carving first-hand, play ice mini golf, crawl through an ice tunnel and cruise down an ice slide. You can skate with the Ice Queen on Lake Louise, witness the 10-block ice carving event and spend time in the Cozy Corner Kids Indoor Activity Centre
Avalanche Awareness Days
January 19 - 20
The Lake Louise Ski Area is committed to championing safe and responsible outdoor pursuits. As one of the 40+ communities that take part in Avalanche Awareness Days, Lake Louise has plenty of exciting and educational activities planned. Our Avalanche Safety professionals will be on hand at various locations throughout the weekend to provide general and Lake Louise specific information on avalanche safety.
Activity Times
Information Booth:10:00am – 3:00pm Inside the Lodge of the Ten Peaks
Beacon Practice: 10:00am – 12:00pm and 1:00pm – 3:00pm Beacon Plot on Pika
Snow Profile Talks: 10:00am – 12:00pm & 1:00pm – 3:00pm Beacon Plot on Pika
Avalanche Dog Demo: 10:00am – 3:00pm (Sunday Only) Outside the Lodge of the Ten Peaks
Avalanche Gun Giveaway: 1:00pm – 3:00pm Outside the Lodge of the Ten Peaks
FIS World Snow Day
January 19 - 20
The Lake Louise Ski Area wants to get YOU on snow. Come out to the Lake Louise Ski Area and make this THE BIGGEST WEEKEND ON SNOW, ALL YEAR!
Kids Ski Free!
Children under 12 years old ski FREE January 19 & 20.
*2 Free Child Tickets per 1 Adult Ticket purchased, including Louise Plus Card and any other Lake Louise day ticket
*2 Free Child Tickets per 1 Adult Lake Louise Season Pass holder
Sightseeing Gondola
Don't ski or snowboard (yet)? You can still experience one of Banff National Park's most spectacular views atop the Grizzly Gondola.
*Special 2 for 1 offer on Gondola foot passenger tickets. 2 tickets for only $20.95 +gst
Snowshoeing
Tour the Ptarmigan Ridge by snowshoe with the beginner's introduction to snowshoeing.
*For only $59 +gst you receive snowshoe rentals, gondola ride, and 1-hour guided snowshoe tour.
To reserve your spot, call 1-403-522-1333.
Great Divide Lodge
*Special offer of 15% off all rooms during the FIS World Snow Day weekend.
*Receive 20% off Level 1 & 2 Lesson packages if you mention FIS World Snow Day at the time off booking.
To book your lesson, call 1-403-522-1333.
For more information on FIS World Snow Day celebrations taking place all over the world, visit the FIS World Snow Day Website.
Evolve Lake Louise Open Snowboard Cross Competition
January 19 - 20
Evolve/Lake Louise Open SBX Event
Evolve Ski & Snowboard Club and Lake Louise will host an open Snowboardcross (SBX) event on January 19 and 20, 2013 at the Lake Louise Ski Area on the Cross course. This event will be open to everyone (ASA membership required) and is geared towards giving people a chance to experience this fun and exciting event. The race will be split into age categories (14 and under, 15-17, 18 plus) and run in the Last Chance Qualifier (LCQ) format, guaranteeing 2 runs per competitor at the minimum.
Come learn to jump, spin and jib with The Women's Snowboard Federation at Lake Louise! The WSF is hosting an 8 week park specific snowboard camp for girls. Designed for all ages from beginner to advanced park riders. Separate groups for separate ability levels, Canada's top coaches and gifts from Roxy!
The camp runs for 8 weeks, every weekend starting on Saturday January 19th, 2013. Girls can sign up for the 1 or 2 day program.
To register for the camp and find out more please visit the WSF website:
Get Ready, Get Set, Snow Days! - It is always a 'snow day' in Banff National Park
Banff National Park is the cool place to be this winter – in more ways than one! Celebrate the wonders of this exciting season with SnowDays, a fun-filled month of heart pumping, mid-week activities and weekend festivals jam-packed with adventures of all kinds.
Ninety-six years ago, Banff hosted its first Banff Winter Carnival, which saw enthusiastic participants hit the ice on the Bow River for some curling, and strap on their skis and snowshoes for fun in the snow. Nearly a century later, a full slate of festivals and activities bring those traditions to life: ice climbing, outdoor skating, hockey, ice carving, curling, snow sculptures, and more!
For more information about the exciting activities happening around Banff and Lake Louise, please follow this link to the Banff Lake Louise Tourism website.
Now in its 19th year, this Banff National Park classic is more popular than ever. Experience Lake Louise at its winter finest during the Ice Magic Festival. Centerpiece to SnowDays, a month-long celebration of winter in Banff National Park.
Park & Ride!
Avoid the hassle and take advantage of theFREEshuttle running from the Samson Mall to The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, return every 20 mins: Saturday & Sunday January 19 & 20 and 26 & 27 from 10:30am – 5:30pm.
International Ice Carving Competition Weekend - January 18 - 20
Hosted by The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, this 34- hour competition is the most anticipated spectacle of the Festival. 24 internationally recognized professional ice carvers work in teams of two to sculpt towering one-of-a-kind works of art from imposing blocks of solid ice on the shores of Lake Louise. With each ice block weighing a daunting 300lbs, this exceptional art form involves grueling physical labour in a delicate balancing act with precision artistry. The carving theme for 2013 is "Carve a Song". This weekend also hosts the One Carver, One Hour, One Block speed carving event at the Lake Louise Inn, interpretive ice carving demonstrations by Ice Magic's Lead Judge Dan Rebholtz, horse drawn wagon rides, ice skating on Lake Louise beneath the towering gaze of the Victoria Glacier and much more.
Ice Magic Judges Carve-Off at the Lake Louise Ski Area
Sunday January 20th
10:30am - 11:30am
FREE!
2 professional ice carvers go head to head
Little Chippers Weekend - January 26 & 27
Join us as we celebrate the young and young at heart. Not only can you marvel at the finished ice carvings from the previous competition weekend, this weekend is filled with activities and experiences that are focused on family fun.
The Ice Playground is where your kids - and you - can learn the art and science of ice carving first-hand, play ice mini golf, crawl through an ice tunnel and cruise down an ice slide. You can skate with the Ice Queen on Lake Louise, witness the 10-block ice carving event and spend time in the Cozy Corner Kids Indoor Activity Centre
Snow Days
January 12 to February 10
Get Ready, Get Set, Snow Days! - It is always a 'snow day' in Banff National Park
Banff National Park is the cool place to be this winter – in more ways than one! Celebrate the wonders of this exciting season with SnowDays, a fun-filled month of heart pumping, mid-week activities and weekend festivals jam-packed with adventures of all kinds.
Ninety-six years ago, Banff hosted its first Banff Winter Carnival, which saw enthusiastic participants hit the ice on the Bow River for some curling, and strap on their skis and snowshoes for fun in the snow. Nearly a century later, a full slate of festivals and activities bring those traditions to life: ice climbing, outdoor skating, hockey, ice carving, curling, snow sculptures, and more!
For more information about the exciting activities happening around Banff and Lake Louise, please follow this link to the Banff Lake Louise Tourism website.
Now in its 19th year, this Banff National Park classic is more popular than ever. Experience Lake Louise at its winter finest during the Ice Magic Festival. Centerpiece to SnowDays, a month-long celebration of winter in Banff National Park.
Park & Ride!
Avoid the hassle and take advantage of theFREEshuttle running from the Samson Mall to The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, return every 20 mins: Saturday & Sunday January 19 & 20 and 26 & 27 from 10:30am – 5:30pm.
International Ice Carving Competition Weekend - January 18 - 20
Hosted by The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, this 34- hour competition is the most anticipated spectacle of the Festival. 24 internationally recognized professional ice carvers work in teams of two to sculpt towering one-of-a-kind works of art from imposing blocks of solid ice on the shores of Lake Louise. With each ice block weighing a daunting 300lbs, this exceptional art form involves grueling physical labour in a delicate balancing act with precision artistry. The carving theme for 2013 is "Carve a Song". This weekend also hosts the One Carver, One Hour, One Block speed carving event at the Lake Louise Inn, interpretive ice carving demonstrations by Ice Magic's Lead Judge Dan Rebholtz, horse drawn wagon rides, ice skating on Lake Louise beneath the towering gaze of the Victoria Glacier and much more.
Ice Magic Judges Carve-Off at the Lake Louise Ski Area
Sunday January 20th
10:30am - 11:30am
FREE!
2 professional ice carvers go head to head
Little Chippers Weekend - January 26 & 27
Join us as we celebrate the young and young at heart. Not only can you marvel at the finished ice carvings from the previous competition weekend, this weekend is filled with activities and experiences that are focused on family fun.
The Ice Playground is where your kids - and you - can learn the art and science of ice carving first-hand, play ice mini golf, crawl through an ice tunnel and cruise down an ice slide. You can skate with the Ice Queen on Lake Louise, witness the 10-block ice carving event and spend time in the Cozy Corner Kids Indoor Activity Centre
Snow Days
January 12 to February 10
Get Ready, Get Set, Snow Days! - It is always a 'snow day' in Banff National Park
Banff National Park is the cool place to be this winter – in more ways than one! Celebrate the wonders of this exciting season with SnowDays, a fun-filled month of heart pumping, mid-week activities and weekend festivals jam-packed with adventures of all kinds.
Ninety-six years ago, Banff hosted its first Banff Winter Carnival, which saw enthusiastic participants hit the ice on the Bow River for some curling, and strap on their skis and snowshoes for fun in the snow. Nearly a century later, a full slate of festivals and activities bring those traditions to life: ice climbing, outdoor skating, hockey, ice carving, curling, snow sculptures, and more!
For more information about the exciting activities happening around Banff and Lake Louise, please follow this link to the Banff Lake Louise Tourism website.
Now in its 19th year, this Banff National Park classic is more popular than ever. Experience Lake Louise at its winter finest during the Ice Magic Festival. Centerpiece to SnowDays, a month-long celebration of winter in Banff National Park.
Park & Ride!
Avoid the hassle and take advantage of theFREEshuttle running from the Samson Mall to The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, return every 20 mins: Saturday & Sunday January 19 & 20 and 26 & 27 from 10:30am – 5:30pm.
International Ice Carving Competition Weekend - January 18 - 20
Hosted by The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, this 34- hour competition is the most anticipated spectacle of the Festival. 24 internationally recognized professional ice carvers work in teams of two to sculpt towering one-of-a-kind works of art from imposing blocks of solid ice on the shores of Lake Louise. With each ice block weighing a daunting 300lbs, this exceptional art form involves grueling physical labour in a delicate balancing act with precision artistry. The carving theme for 2013 is "Carve a Song". This weekend also hosts the One Carver, One Hour, One Block speed carving event at the Lake Louise Inn, interpretive ice carving demonstrations by Ice Magic's Lead Judge Dan Rebholtz, horse drawn wagon rides, ice skating on Lake Louise beneath the towering gaze of the Victoria Glacier and much more.
Ice Magic Judges Carve-Off at the Lake Louise Ski Area
Sunday January 20th
10:30am - 11:30am
FREE!
2 professional ice carvers go head to head
Little Chippers Weekend - January 26 & 27
Join us as we celebrate the young and young at heart. Not only can you marvel at the finished ice carvings from the previous competition weekend, this weekend is filled with activities and experiences that are focused on family fun.
The Ice Playground is where your kids - and you - can learn the art and science of ice carving first-hand, play ice mini golf, crawl through an ice tunnel and cruise down an ice slide. You can skate with the Ice Queen on Lake Louise, witness the 10-block ice carving event and spend time in the Cozy Corner Kids Indoor Activity Centre
Snow Days
January 12 to February 10
Get Ready, Get Set, Snow Days! - It is always a 'snow day' in Banff National Park
Banff National Park is the cool place to be this winter – in more ways than one! Celebrate the wonders of this exciting season with SnowDays, a fun-filled month of heart pumping, mid-week activities and weekend festivals jam-packed with adventures of all kinds.
Ninety-six years ago, Banff hosted its first Banff Winter Carnival, which saw enthusiastic participants hit the ice on the Bow River for some curling, and strap on their skis and snowshoes for fun in the snow. Nearly a century later, a full slate of festivals and activities bring those traditions to life: ice climbing, outdoor skating, hockey, ice carving, curling, snow sculptures, and more!
For more information about the exciting activities happening around Banff and Lake Louise, please follow this link to the Banff Lake Louise Tourism website.
Now in its 19th year, this Banff National Park classic is more popular than ever. Experience Lake Louise at its winter finest during the Ice Magic Festival. Centerpiece to SnowDays, a month-long celebration of winter in Banff National Park.
Park & Ride!
Avoid the hassle and take advantage of theFREEshuttle running from the Samson Mall to The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, return every 20 mins: Saturday & Sunday January 19 & 20 and 26 & 27 from 10:30am – 5:30pm.
International Ice Carving Competition Weekend - January 18 - 20
Hosted by The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, this 34- hour competition is the most anticipated spectacle of the Festival. 24 internationally recognized professional ice carvers work in teams of two to sculpt towering one-of-a-kind works of art from imposing blocks of solid ice on the shores of Lake Louise. With each ice block weighing a daunting 300lbs, this exceptional art form involves grueling physical labour in a delicate balancing act with precision artistry. The carving theme for 2013 is "Carve a Song". This weekend also hosts the One Carver, One Hour, One Block speed carving event at the Lake Louise Inn, interpretive ice carving demonstrations by Ice Magic's Lead Judge Dan Rebholtz, horse drawn wagon rides, ice skating on Lake Louise beneath the towering gaze of the Victoria Glacier and much more.
Ice Magic Judges Carve-Off at the Lake Louise Ski Area
Sunday January 20th
10:30am - 11:30am
FREE!
2 professional ice carvers go head to head
Little Chippers Weekend - January 26 & 27
Join us as we celebrate the young and young at heart. Not only can you marvel at the finished ice carvings from the previous competition weekend, this weekend is filled with activities and experiences that are focused on family fun.
The Ice Playground is where your kids - and you - can learn the art and science of ice carving first-hand, play ice mini golf, crawl through an ice tunnel and cruise down an ice slide. You can skate with the Ice Queen on Lake Louise, witness the 10-block ice carving event and spend time in the Cozy Corner Kids Indoor Activity Centre
Snow Days
January 12 to February 10
Get Ready, Get Set, Snow Days! - It is always a 'snow day' in Banff National Park
Banff National Park is the cool place to be this winter – in more ways than one! Celebrate the wonders of this exciting season with SnowDays, a fun-filled month of heart pumping, mid-week activities and weekend festivals jam-packed with adventures of all kinds.
Ninety-six years ago, Banff hosted its first Banff Winter Carnival, which saw enthusiastic participants hit the ice on the Bow River for some curling, and strap on their skis and snowshoes for fun in the snow. Nearly a century later, a full slate of festivals and activities bring those traditions to life: ice climbing, outdoor skating, hockey, ice carving, curling, snow sculptures, and more!
For more information about the exciting activities happening around Banff and Lake Louise, please follow this link to the Banff Lake Louise Tourism website.
Now in its 19th year, this Banff National Park classic is more popular than ever. Experience Lake Louise at its winter finest during the Ice Magic Festival. Centerpiece to SnowDays, a month-long celebration of winter in Banff National Park.
Park & Ride!
Avoid the hassle and take advantage of theFREEshuttle running from the Samson Mall to The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, return every 20 mins: Saturday & Sunday January 19 & 20 and 26 & 27 from 10:30am – 5:30pm.
International Ice Carving Competition Weekend - January 18 - 20
Hosted by The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, this 34- hour competition is the most anticipated spectacle of the Festival. 24 internationally recognized professional ice carvers work in teams of two to sculpt towering one-of-a-kind works of art from imposing blocks of solid ice on the shores of Lake Louise. With each ice block weighing a daunting 300lbs, this exceptional art form involves grueling physical labour in a delicate balancing act with precision artistry. The carving theme for 2013 is "Carve a Song". This weekend also hosts the One Carver, One Hour, One Block speed carving event at the Lake Louise Inn, interpretive ice carving demonstrations by Ice Magic's Lead Judge Dan Rebholtz, horse drawn wagon rides, ice skating on Lake Louise beneath the towering gaze of the Victoria Glacier and much more.
Ice Magic Judges Carve-Off at the Lake Louise Ski Area
Sunday January 20th
10:30am - 11:30am
FREE!
2 professional ice carvers go head to head
Little Chippers Weekend - January 26 & 27
Join us as we celebrate the young and young at heart. Not only can you marvel at the finished ice carvings from the previous competition weekend, this weekend is filled with activities and experiences that are focused on family fun.
The Ice Playground is where your kids - and you - can learn the art and science of ice carving first-hand, play ice mini golf, crawl through an ice tunnel and cruise down an ice slide. You can skate with the Ice Queen on Lake Louise, witness the 10-block ice carving event and spend time in the Cozy Corner Kids Indoor Activity Centre
Snow Days
January 12 to February 10
Get Ready, Get Set, Snow Days! - It is always a 'snow day' in Banff National Park
Banff National Park is the cool place to be this winter – in more ways than one! Celebrate the wonders of this exciting season with SnowDays, a fun-filled month of heart pumping, mid-week activities and weekend festivals jam-packed with adventures of all kinds.
Ninety-six years ago, Banff hosted its first Banff Winter Carnival, which saw enthusiastic participants hit the ice on the Bow River for some curling, and strap on their skis and snowshoes for fun in the snow. Nearly a century later, a full slate of festivals and activities bring those traditions to life: ice climbing, outdoor skating, hockey, ice carving, curling, snow sculptures, and more!
For more information about the exciting activities happening around Banff and Lake Louise, please follow this link to the Banff Lake Louise Tourism website.
Now in its 19th year, this Banff National Park classic is more popular than ever. Experience Lake Louise at its winter finest during the Ice Magic Festival. Centerpiece to SnowDays, a month-long celebration of winter in Banff National Park.
Park & Ride!
Avoid the hassle and take advantage of theFREEshuttle running from the Samson Mall to The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, return every 20 mins: Saturday & Sunday January 19 & 20 and 26 & 27 from 10:30am – 5:30pm.
International Ice Carving Competition Weekend - January 18 - 20
Hosted by The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, this 34- hour competition is the most anticipated spectacle of the Festival. 24 internationally recognized professional ice carvers work in teams of two to sculpt towering one-of-a-kind works of art from imposing blocks of solid ice on the shores of Lake Louise. With each ice block weighing a daunting 300lbs, this exceptional art form involves grueling physical labour in a delicate balancing act with precision artistry. The carving theme for 2013 is "Carve a Song". This weekend also hosts the One Carver, One Hour, One Block speed carving event at the Lake Louise Inn, interpretive ice carving demonstrations by Ice Magic's Lead Judge Dan Rebholtz, horse drawn wagon rides, ice skating on Lake Louise beneath the towering gaze of the Victoria Glacier and much more.
Ice Magic Judges Carve-Off at the Lake Louise Ski Area
Sunday January 20th
10:30am - 11:30am
FREE!
2 professional ice carvers go head to head
Little Chippers Weekend - January 26 & 27
Join us as we celebrate the young and young at heart. Not only can you marvel at the finished ice carvings from the previous competition weekend, this weekend is filled with activities and experiences that are focused on family fun.
The Ice Playground is where your kids - and you - can learn the art and science of ice carving first-hand, play ice mini golf, crawl through an ice tunnel and cruise down an ice slide. You can skate with the Ice Queen on Lake Louise, witness the 10-block ice carving event and spend time in the Cozy Corner Kids Indoor Activity Centre
Australia Day Celebrations
January 26
The Lake Louise Ski Area knows that Australia has more to it than baby eating dingos, boomerangs and vegemite. Why? Australia also has able bodied & sharp minded young patriots who do not forget how to party on Australia Day! Lake Louise Ski Area would like to say thanks and ‘good on ya’ to the fine imports that hold our ski town together by holding a HUGE Australia Day Party.
The festivities will be centered around the Kokanee Kabin at the base of the mountain where the amber fluid will be flowing like the Murray River. There will be plenty of Australian themed activities to take part in and heaps of Aussie treats to be won. Start the day with a lap of Glacier Chair to show off you finest fashion in the Green & Gold Run, grab a friend and enter the Jumping Joey Sack Race, prove your skills in the Sumo Suit AFL Competition, put in the hard yakka and eat a Weetbix the quickest and show us your True Blue Aussie Style in the Best Dressed Competition. We invite you to grab yourself an Aussie beer, some grub and say “G’ Day Mate”!
We will also have the Calgary Kangaroos Australian Rules Football Club helping us out on the day, so come and say hi to the boys.
Schedule
11:00am – Hottest 100 begins
- Green & Gold Run
12:00pm – Aussie BBQ on the Kokanee Kabin deck
1:30pm – Jumping Joey Sack Races
2:30pm – Sumo Suit AFL Challenge
3:30pm – Weetbix Eating Competition
4:30pm – True Blue Aussie Style Award (Best Dressed)
5:00pm - Hottest 100 finishes
Snow Days
January 12 to February 10
Get Ready, Get Set, Snow Days! - It is always a 'snow day' in Banff National Park
Banff National Park is the cool place to be this winter – in more ways than one! Celebrate the wonders of this exciting season with SnowDays, a fun-filled month of heart pumping, mid-week activities and weekend festivals jam-packed with adventures of all kinds.
Ninety-six years ago, Banff hosted its first Banff Winter Carnival, which saw enthusiastic participants hit the ice on the Bow River for some curling, and strap on their skis and snowshoes for fun in the snow. Nearly a century later, a full slate of festivals and activities bring those traditions to life: ice climbing, outdoor skating, hockey, ice carving, curling, snow sculptures, and more!
For more information about the exciting activities happening around Banff and Lake Louise, please follow this link to the Banff Lake Louise Tourism website.
Now in its 19th year, this Banff National Park classic is more popular than ever. Experience Lake Louise at its winter finest during the Ice Magic Festival. Centerpiece to SnowDays, a month-long celebration of winter in Banff National Park.
Park & Ride!
Avoid the hassle and take advantage of theFREEshuttle running from the Samson Mall to The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, return every 20 mins: Saturday & Sunday January 19 & 20 and 26 & 27 from 10:30am – 5:30pm.
International Ice Carving Competition Weekend - January 18 - 20
Hosted by The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, this 34- hour competition is the most anticipated spectacle of the Festival. 24 internationally recognized professional ice carvers work in teams of two to sculpt towering one-of-a-kind works of art from imposing blocks of solid ice on the shores of Lake Louise. With each ice block weighing a daunting 300lbs, this exceptional art form involves grueling physical labour in a delicate balancing act with precision artistry. The carving theme for 2013 is "Carve a Song". This weekend also hosts the One Carver, One Hour, One Block speed carving event at the Lake Louise Inn, interpretive ice carving demonstrations by Ice Magic's Lead Judge Dan Rebholtz, horse drawn wagon rides, ice skating on Lake Louise beneath the towering gaze of the Victoria Glacier and much more.
Ice Magic Judges Carve-Off at the Lake Louise Ski Area
Sunday January 20th
10:30am - 11:30am
FREE!
2 professional ice carvers go head to head
Little Chippers Weekend - January 26 & 27
Join us as we celebrate the young and young at heart. Not only can you marvel at the finished ice carvings from the previous competition weekend, this weekend is filled with activities and experiences that are focused on family fun.
The Ice Playground is where your kids - and you - can learn the art and science of ice carving first-hand, play ice mini golf, crawl through an ice tunnel and cruise down an ice slide. You can skate with the Ice Queen on Lake Louise, witness the 10-block ice carving event and spend time in the Cozy Corner Kids Indoor Activity Centre
Snow Days
January 12 to February 10
Get Ready, Get Set, Snow Days! - It is always a 'snow day' in Banff National Park
Banff National Park is the cool place to be this winter – in more ways than one! Celebrate the wonders of this exciting season with SnowDays, a fun-filled month of heart pumping, mid-week activities and weekend festivals jam-packed with adventures of all kinds.
Ninety-six years ago, Banff hosted its first Banff Winter Carnival, which saw enthusiastic participants hit the ice on the Bow River for some curling, and strap on their skis and snowshoes for fun in the snow. Nearly a century later, a full slate of festivals and activities bring those traditions to life: ice climbing, outdoor skating, hockey, ice carving, curling, snow sculptures, and more!
For more information about the exciting activities happening around Banff and Lake Louise, please follow this link to the Banff Lake Louise Tourism website.
Get Ready, Get Set, Snow Days! - It is always a 'snow day' in Banff National Park
Banff National Park is the cool place to be this winter – in more ways than one! Celebrate the wonders of this exciting season with SnowDays, a fun-filled month of heart pumping, mid-week activities and weekend festivals jam-packed with adventures of all kinds.
Ninety-six years ago, Banff hosted its first Banff Winter Carnival, which saw enthusiastic participants hit the ice on the Bow River for some curling, and strap on their skis and snowshoes for fun in the snow. Nearly a century later, a full slate of festivals and activities bring those traditions to life: ice climbing, outdoor skating, hockey, ice carving, curling, snow sculptures, and more!
For more information about the exciting activities happening around Banff and Lake Louise, please follow this link to the Banff Lake Louise Tourism website.
Get Ready, Get Set, Snow Days! - It is always a 'snow day' in Banff National Park
Banff National Park is the cool place to be this winter – in more ways than one! Celebrate the wonders of this exciting season with SnowDays, a fun-filled month of heart pumping, mid-week activities and weekend festivals jam-packed with adventures of all kinds.
Ninety-six years ago, Banff hosted its first Banff Winter Carnival, which saw enthusiastic participants hit the ice on the Bow River for some curling, and strap on their skis and snowshoes for fun in the snow. Nearly a century later, a full slate of festivals and activities bring those traditions to life: ice climbing, outdoor skating, hockey, ice carving, curling, snow sculptures, and more!
For more information about the exciting activities happening around Banff and Lake Louise, please follow this link to the Banff Lake Louise Tourism website.
Get Ready, Get Set, Snow Days! - It is always a 'snow day' in Banff National Park
Banff National Park is the cool place to be this winter – in more ways than one! Celebrate the wonders of this exciting season with SnowDays, a fun-filled month of heart pumping, mid-week activities and weekend festivals jam-packed with adventures of all kinds.
Ninety-six years ago, Banff hosted its first Banff Winter Carnival, which saw enthusiastic participants hit the ice on the Bow River for some curling, and strap on their skis and snowshoes for fun in the snow. Nearly a century later, a full slate of festivals and activities bring those traditions to life: ice climbing, outdoor skating, hockey, ice carving, curling, snow sculptures, and more!
For more information about the exciting activities happening around Banff and Lake Louise, please follow this link to the Banff Lake Louise Tourism website.
The Lake Louise Ski Area Ltd.
1 Whitehorn Road, Lake Louise
Alberta, Canada, T0L 1E0
Toll Free: 1-877-956-8473 (9-LOUISE)
Local: 1-403-522-3555
Snow Phone: 1-403-244-6665 (CHI-NOOK) E-mail: info@skilouise.com
Get Ready, Get Set, Snow Days! - It is always a 'snow day' in Banff National Park
Now two weekends for twice the magic! 
The Lake Louise Ski Area is committed to championing safe and responsible outdoor pursuits. As one of the 40+ communities that take part in Avalanche Awareness Days, Lake Louise has plenty of exciting and educational activities planned. Our Avalanche Safety professionals will be on hand at various locations throughout the weekend to provide general and Lake Louise specific information on avalanche safety.
The Lake Louise Ski Area knows that Australia has more to it than baby eating dingos, boomerangs and vegemite. Why? Australia also has able bodied & sharp minded young patriots who do not forget how to party on Australia Day! Lake Louise Ski Area would like to say thanks and ‘good on ya’ to the fine imports that hold our ski town together by holding a HUGE Australia Day Party.
