Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity

06/02/2026

Every artist reaches a point where they need dedicated time to focus on the details.

At Mâwacihitowinihk Nikamowak: Indigenous Music Residency, Indigenous musicians come together for three weeks of creation, collaboration, and performance. Designed for artists with songs already in development, the residency supports participants as they refine their work through workshops, mentorship, recording sessions, and live presentation opportunities.

Through faculty-led sessions, one-on-one mentorship, studio recording opportunities, and dedicated creative space, participants will strengthen their craft while exploring new approaches to performance and production.

If you're an Indigenous musician ready to bring your music into the next stage of development, this residency is for you.

📅 November 16 – December 4, 2026
⏳August 12, 2026

Apply today: https://www.banffcentre.ca/programs/mawacihitowinihk-nikamowak-indigenous-music-residency

06/01/2026

National Indigenous History Month is a time for learning, reflection, celebration, and honouring the histories, cultures, and contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples. Throughout June, Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity is proud to celebrate Indigenous artists, leaders, and communities on campus and across the Bow Valley.

As President and CEO Chris Lorway shares, this month is an opportunity to deepen our commitment to Indigenous arts, leadership, and truth and reconciliation through listening, learning, and meaningful action—a commitment Banff Centre continues to advance year-round.

Join us throughout the month for a variety of in-person and virtual events, starting today with our Indigenous Virtual Art Market. We’re also thrilled to welcome Six Nations singer-songwriter and Banff Centre alumna Lacey Hill on June 24 for a special live performance, along with many more experiences taking place throughout June.

Find out more: https://www.banffcentre.ca/events/national-indigenous-history-month

05/30/2026

“What excited you most about applying to BanffPitch?”

We asked the top three placements from the 2025 competition—and despite coming from different countries, different filmmaking backgrounds, differ and different stages of production, different story focuses, they all said the same thing: they took a chance on their story.

Mateo Arango Guerrero took home the Grand Prize for Echoes of Memory. Nazgul Omurzhanova earned First Runner-Up for Waterkeeper (Суу башы), while Tyler Burr and Alicia Newell were named Second Runner-Up for Making The Cut.

Watch the video above to hear from our Grand Prize Winner, Mateo, and our Second Runner-Up team, Alicia and Tyler.

Now we’re asking: are you our next BanffPitch finalist?

⌛ Deadline: June 30, 2026

The top five finalists will pitch live on November 7, 2026, for a chance to win the $25,000 Grand Prize plus additional awards. There is just over one month left to apply:
https://www.banffcentre.ca/film-fest/competitions/banffpitch

05/29/2026

Following a standout pilot season in 2025, CLVB ’33 returns for summer 2026 with an exciting lineup of live entertainment at Banff Centre.

Part of the Banff Centre Summer Arts Festival, this three-month series transforms Banff Centre’s intimate newest venue into a hub for comedy, karaoke, live music, cabaret, literary events, and DJ nights.

The first week of June starts strong with comedian Charles Haycock and opener Robyn Sansom, live music from the Kate Stevens Trio, and the return of DJ Faust for Saturday dance nights.

🎤 Comedy Nights
Every 2nd Thursday | 9 PM | $20 Cover

🎶 Karaoke Nights
Every 2nd Thursday | 9 PM | Free

🎹 Live Music Fridays
Every Friday | 8 PM | $20 Cover

🕺 DJ Nights
Every Saturday | 9 PM | Free

This summer’s lineup also includes Brittany Lyseng, Todd Ness, André Wickenheiser Quartet, DJ Jadé, Sean Lecomber, SHY FRiEND, LowDown Brass Band, The Three Sisters, Robert Adam, and many more.

Discover everything happening at CLVB ’33 this summer:https://www.banffcentre.ca/clvb-33

05/28/2026

The Housekeeping Olympics are back in Banff tonight! 🧹

Each year, hospitality staff from across town put their skills to the test in friendly competitions including bed-making, towel folding, vacuum relays, mop races, and even the Buffer Pad Toss. Our Banff Centre hospitality team is proudly taking part once again.

To celebrate the occasion, today’s archival photo features our housekeeping staff in November 7, 1991, posing beneath a homemade banner. Cheer for Banff Centre in this year’s games, near or far! Attend the games live from the Fenlands Banff Recreation Centre, or watch for our stories tonight.

05/28/2026

Welcome Coco Mi to Poiesis Quartet, winners of the 15th Banff International String Quartet Competition. What an exciting addition!

The Poiesis Quartet has a new violinist - link in comments!

📷Eden Davis

05/27/2026

Love mountain culture, film, books, and live events? Join our team at Banff Centre Mountain Film and Book Festival.

Our Mountain Culture department is hiring for several exciting roles supporting the Banff Centre Mountain Film and Book Festival and World Tour. From helping deliver this year’s 51st Festival to supporting audiences around the globe, we’re looking for creative, organized, and passionate people to join us.

Current openings include:
⛰️ Events Specialist, World Tour
⛰️ Film and Events Specialist
⛰️ World Tour Manager

Banff Centre is looking for passionate new team members. View all current opportunities at Banff Centre: https://www.banffcentre.ca/careers

05/26/2026

Calling all dance lovers. 💃✨

Love movement, dance, and performances that keep you inspired? Then this year’s Banff Centre Summer Arts Festival lineup is for you. Whether you want to experience groundbreaking contemporary works, see new creations in development, or even join in yourself, there’s something for everyone.

Don’t miss:

🎭 White Space (Avant Premiere), created by A.I.M by Kyle Abraham
📅 Thursday, June 4 @ 7:30 PM
🎟️ $55–$85

🎭 Dance Workshop with Olivia and Julian Tailfeathers and Stephanie Brave Rock
📅 Wednesday, June 10 @ 6:30 PM
🎟️ FREE

🎭 Dance: Waihona Kino (Body Archive) by Tau Dance
📅 Friday, June 19 @ 7:30 PM
🎟️ FREE

🎭 Dance: ON SECOND THOUGHT
📅 Saturday, June 20 @ 7:30 PM
🎟️ FREE

🎭 Indigenous World Dance Open Studios
📅 Thursday, August 4 @ 4 PM
🎟️ FREE

🎭 Copland’s Appalachian Spring & New Dance Works by Neshama Nashman
(part of the Banff International String Quartet Festival)
📅 Saturday, September 5 @ 8 PM
🎟️ $65–$85

The next couple of months are full of incredible dance events, and you won’t want to miss them. Head to the link in our bio to secure your tickets today.

📸1: Carrie Schneider.

05/26/2026

Every spring, Banff welcomes a new generation of wildlife. From mid-May through the end of June, calving season is underway, and you might catch a glimpse of some very tiny new residents on campus. Member of the Banff Centre HR team Ryan Waller captured this heartwarming moment between a new calf and its mother while keeping a safe distance and giving the pair plenty of space.

🦌While these encounters can feel magical, it’s important to admire from a distance. During calving season, mothers are especially protective of their young. Please give wildlife plenty of space and stay at least 30 metres away.

Sharing this landscape means being mindful of the animals who have always lived here and helping keep both people and wildlife safe.

📸Ryanwallerphotography

05/22/2026

Your art could be part of this year’s Banff Centre Mountain Film and Book Festival.🎨With just over one week left to apply for our first-ever Festival Exhibit Call, now’s the time to submit your idea! The sky's the limit—we’re excited to welcome a wide range of artistic styles and concepts.

🗻We’re currently accepting 2D visual and digital art exhibits, from photography and painting to mixed media and more. Selected works will be displayed throughout the Banff Centre campus during the 2026 Banff Centre Mountain Film and Book Festival (October 31–November 8).

📅Entry Deadline: June 1, 2026

We can’t wait to see what you've created! Apply now: https://www.banffcentre.ca/festival-exhibit-call-entries