Rejuvenate your body and mind with a trip to Canmore nestled in the heart of the Canadian Rockies. Indulge in quiet fall moments, spa days, and peruse the plethora of art galleries which are scattered throughout the downtown core. September is Arts and Culture month, and what better way to celebrate than browsing local works of art with a hot bevy in hand. The best part about downtown Canmore, is you can easily shop-hop and avoid the brisk fall air.
artsPlace Festival of Arts and Creativity
Join the Canmore community at artsPlace for free drop-in art workshops, live artist performances, demonstrations and hands-on activities. Enjoy the Festival of Art and Creativity throughout the weekend of September 27-29, with fun for all ages to enjoy!
Carter-Ryan Gallery
Gallery by day and theatre at night, the Carter-Ryan Gallery in Canmore comes alive with live musical theatre all summer long, surrounded by original Canadian Rockies art by Indigenous Visual Artist, Jason Carter. You can find more of Carter’s works adorning the walls of the Calgary Airport; the artists largest commission to date.
Avens Gallery
The Avens Gallery features a great variety of Western Canadian artists featuring works created in oil, acrylic, and photography as well as three-dimensional works in stone & bronze. Visit the Avens Gallery located on Main Street in Downtown Canmore, and enjoy the vibrant works of art completed by talented local artists.
Additional Galleries:
- All In The Wild Gallery
- Art Country Canada
- Brandon T. Brown Wilderness Gallery
- Elevation Gallery
- Fallen Leaf Art Gallery
- The Hive
- Hoehn Walker Gallery
- Project A Shop
Rest and Rejuvenation
We don’t know about you but fall weather makes us feel a little sleepy, and ready for some quality rest and relaxation. Whether you seek a pedicure, manicure, massage, or other treatment, there are many locations within the downtown core to meet your every need. Head to Downtown Canmore to help set you up for the hustle and bustle of November – December, and indulge in some quality rest, relaxation, and rejuvenation. For a full list, click here!
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