OUR MARKET

A Christmas market is a traditional event that celebrates the sights, sounds, and scents of the season staged during the weeks leading up to Christmas. These markets originated in Germany and Alsace, beginning in the early 1400s, and now they are held in many countries all over the world.

The Banff Christmas Market is inspired by the Old World and influenced by the New. It captures all of the tradition, heritage, and romance of these European Markets while showcasing the best artisanal products of the Bow Valley and its surrounding regions. Boasting unique products, family-friendly entertainment, and a festive menu of cocktails, pretzels, mulled wine, and sweets, The Banff Christmas Market creates a warm and inviting environment for families of all ages during the day and an adult atmosphere in the evening.

LOCATION: Banff Heritage Train Station, 327 Railway Ave, Banff AB

DATES:
Thursday, November 14 - free local’s night
Friday, November 15 - Sunday, November 17
Friday, November 22 - Sunday, November 24
Friday, November 29 - Sunday, December 1
Friday, December 6 - Sunday, December 8

HOURS:
Thursday 5pm - 9pm (Nov. 14 ONLY)
Friday & Saturday 10am - 8pm
Sunday 10am - 4pm

ENTRY FEE:
Adults (11-64): $15
Seniors (65+): $12
Child (3-10): $5
Children 2 & under: Free
100% of child ticket sales are donated to the Shine Foundation
All ticket prices are subject to 5% GST.

Passionate about Christmas and interested in volunteering? Head to our Community Page to learn more.

 

OUR TEAM

The Banff Christmas Market is proudly owned and operated by a driven group of local Banff women.  

Founded in 2014 by Jolene Brewster, the Market first opened for just one weekend with 25 vendors, a roll of red carpet that refused to stay put, and as many Christmas lights that she could wrangled.

Jolene was joined by business partner, Hayley Mulhern, in 2018 and together they have built the Market in a holiday festival that spans 4 weekends and hosts over 150 vendors! 

These hard working moms team up with decor extraordinaire, Mary Brewster, and Market Manager, Siobhan Moran, to bring together the perfect celebration of the holiday spirit. These ladies work tirelessly  year-round organizing, crafting, building, and envisioning a brighter year ahead. 

You're likely to see our fabulous team around the Market (often with their kids in tow!) so be sure to say hi next time you see them and share your thoughts on the Market! Your feedback is what allows the Market to grow bigger and better each year. 

 

SEE WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING!

In the news;

  • Jillian Harris - What We Got Up to During Our Weekend Getaway to Banff

  • Buzzfeed - I Went To A Magical Holiday Market In The Middle Of The Rocky Mountains, And Here Are 16 Local Brands I Discovered That Make Great Gifts

  • Daily Hive - We checked out the Banff Christmas Market and it was pure magic

  • iHeartRadio - Virgin Radio Calgary - Banff Christmas Market Creators on A Woman A Day YYC

  • Global News - Celebrating Christmas in Banff National Park

  • CTV News - Six Canadian Christmas markets among 25 best in North America: travel blog

  • iHeartRadio - Virgin Radio Calgary - A Magical Christmas Market Opens in Banff this Weekend!

  • Yahoo Canada Style - 17 best Christmas markets in Canada: Toronto, Montreal, Banff & more

  • Radio Canada - Les commerçants heureux du retour des marchés de Noël après une année d’absence

  • Global News - Christmas returns to the Rockies as Banff holiday traditions kick off

Blogs;

Testimonials;

  • Excellent venue, like living inside a Hallmark movie. We'll be back every year!

  • The decor and ambience of the market with the mountains in the background was spectacular! It’s clear a lot of time and thought goes into the market. We loved it!

  • Wonderful event for the entire family. Great way to kick off the season!

  • Great way to get into the Christmas spirit and support local vendors!

  • We loved every second of it, shopping, meeting Santa, sitting by the fire and soaking up the caroling etc. It got our whole family well into the spirit of Christmas- we will be adding this to our annual Santa Claus parade trip for sure!

  • One of the best Christmas markets. It’s more than a market but an experience for the whole family with lots of variety and fun.