It is finally beginning to feel like spring in Downtown Canmore, and spending Easter in this town nestled among the mountains, is a tradition that many residents and visitors enjoy; for good reason!
Take part in some of Canmore’s events this weekend. With great options like a family-friendly Easter at the Barracks, and discover treasures at the Mountain Made Easter Market.
What do people love most about Canmore? Aside from the spectacular mountains, people love Canmore’s small town feel and its local owned businesses. Canmore boasts a large variety of wonderful boutique shops, galleries and eateries.
The perfect place to find all your Easter treats and gifts, Canmore is an unparalleled place to celebrate the first long weekend of spring.
We hope you will join us in Downtown Canmore this Easter weekend!!
For more ideas on things to do and see, or places to dine, visit the Downtown Canmore website and follow us on Facebook.
Easter Events
Easter at the Barracks
Saturday, April 15th, 11am-3pm
Canmore Museum and Canmore Public Library
609 Main Street
Step back in time this Easter at Canmore’s historic Barracks downtown! This fun family-friendly event includes; crafts, stories and, of course, an Easter Egg Hunt.
Mountain Made Easter Market
Saturday, April 15th, 11am-4pm
Elevation Place
700 Railway Ave.
This local hand-made artisan collective has a passion for showing off their creativity!! The market features; local arts and crafts, as well as homemade products and yummy food items.
Easter Brunch
Table Food + Drink
Sunday, April 16th, 10am-2pm
511 Bow Valley Trail – inside the Coast Canmore Hotel
Looking for a traditional Easter Brunch? Look no further! Table Food + Drink are hosting a delicious Easter Brunch buffet with Alberta beef and ham carving stations, omelets, salads, charcuterie and cheese, as well as a fantastic dessert display with a chocolate fountain! Adults $29, kids under 12 $15. Reserve your table at 403.609.5447.
Canmore Golf & Curling Club
Sunday, April 16th, 9am-12pm
Canmore Golf & Curling Club
2000 8th Ave.
Celebrate Easter with Brunch at the Canmore Golf & Curling Club! They will have a delicious spread of baked ham, eggs benedict, fresh breads, cheeses, fruit, desserts and more on offer. Adults $29.95, children 6-12 $12.95, under 6 eat for free! Reservations required, please call 403.678.5959 x3.
Easter Goodies
Alpenrose Market & Gifts
#103 – 837 Main Street
This beautiful European-inspired store sells a fun collection of Easter goodies. From your favourite German, Dutch, Austrian and Swiss candies, chocolates and cookies, to high-quality gifts and homewares. Our favourite Easter item is the colourful paper eggs perfect for filling with yummy treats.
JACEK Chocolate Couture
Inside Stonewaters
638 Main Street
This local Alberta chocolatier creates handcrafted artisan chocolates. They have the most gorgeous, colourful collection of Easter inspired chocolates to choose from.
Stop by and see the results of their Easter colouring contest, they received 262 entries!! The business was founded by Cocoanista, Jacquelin Jacek. Shop the JACEK Easter collection online.
JK Bakery
#121, 1000 – 7th Avenue
Easter isn’t complete without hot cross buns!! JK Bakery has some yummy ones but we recommend pre-ordering them as they tend to sell out early. This local Canmore bakery has been in business since 1994. Visit their downtown Canmore location!
Olde Tyme Candy Shoppe
#100 – 717 Main Street
Celebrating two decades in business, this downtown Canmore candy shop is as traditional as they come. The Olde Tyme Candy Shop is the place to release your inner child and satisfy your sweet tooth.
Rocky Mountain Soap Company
820 8th Street – #103b
A limited release, hand pressed Easter egg bath bombs! These natural bath bombs are packed with the best organic ingredients for you and the environment. Their Easter Egg bath bombs come in three scents: lavender & calendula, lemongrass, and vanilla coconut. Shop online.
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