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The Canmore Summer Events Guide

Canmore is known for it’s beautiful mountain ranges, dining, hiking, lakes and rock climbing. The Canmore Summer Events Guide will give you a glimpse of events happening during the month of August in Canmore. As well as unique activities to do with your family and friends during your visit to Canmore!

Canmore Folk Festival

July 30- August 1 2022

Located at Centennial Park, Canmore, Alberta

The Canmore Folk Festival has been around for years. It is an outdoor concert featuring 30+ acts and performances. The event is family-friendly.

On Friday evening from 7:00pm-8:30pm they are hosting a FREE concert featuring Danny Michel, a kids area jammed with crafts, puppets, music, storytelling and a climbing wall.

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Live Comedian: Brittany Lyseng

August 19 2022

Located at the artPlace

Take the family to a live comedian show hosted by Scott Dumas. The headliner Brittany Lyseng will be sure make your family laugh. Opening for her is Bryan Moxon. Tickets can be purchased for $25. Join these comedians for a night of laughs.

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Canmore Mountain Market

Every Thursday from 10am-6pm, May - October

Located at Elevation Place

This beautiful market takes place every Thursday. The market has over 65 local ventures. You can find local food, art work and businesses. Perfect for anyone looking to enjoy what Canmore’s locals have to offer.

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Live Music By Jacob Cordover

August 20 2022 7:30pm

Located at ArtPlace

Jacob Cordover wants to create an atmosphere for people to enjoy the beauty of live music. The is the perfect event to bring your partner, family and friends.

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Canmore Raft Tours

Happening all summer long!

Rafting Tour’s are a unique experience for you, your family and friends. No one does it better than the local Canmore Raft Tours. They offer a variety of different tours from a 1 Hour Tour to Multi Day Tours.

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Thank you so much for reading. We hope you have a fantastic trip to Canmore!

For family friendly hikes please visit our blog post “5 Easy Hikes Near Canmore”