Canmore Winter Carnival

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February 1-18, 2013

Winter Carnival is a celebration of the season and a popular community event in Canmore. Over several days, you can enjoy Kid 'n' Mutt Races, Log Sawing, Ice Carving, Snow Sculpting, Bonspiel, Bonhomme Carnival and an Outdoor Photography Screening among other great events.

FOR A FULL WINTER CARNIVAL SCHEDULE, Please visit www.tourismcanmore.com

 

 

TOWN OF CANMORE EVENTS:

 

WINTER CARNIVAL OPENING EVENT:

Lantern Parade & Canmore Kid's Art Exhibition Opening Reception

FRIDAY February 1

Lantern Parade begins @ 5:30pm, Civic Centre Plaza

After the conclusion of the parade, come inside the Civic Centre and warm up for the:

HOME is where the art is - 2013 Kid's Art Exhibition Opening Reception @ 7:30pm

www.canmore.ca/lanterns

www.canmore.ca/kidsart

 

 

Exposure Outdoor Photography Screening

Exposure 2013, in partnership with the Town of Canmore, brings you a night of projected imagery from Bow Valley photographers. Hot Chocolate and Bonfires to keep you warm!

FRIDAY February 8 @ 7:00pm

Vacant Lot beside Bow Valley Credit Union on Main Street

www.exposurephotofestival.com

 

 

Kid 'n' Mutt Races
With Snowy Owl Sled Dog Tours
Real Dog Sleds, Real Sled Dogs. Harness your dreams!
www.snowyowltours.com

SATURDAY February 9

Preliminary Races & Finals/ Media Challenge/ Mayor's Challenge/ Celebrity Race - Awards to follow

Snow Track on Main Street @ 10:00am - 4:30pm

Advance Registration Required! (limited space)

Registration Fee: $5 per person

 Register at: Canmore Civic Centre, Community Enrichment Office Mon - Fri 8:30am - 12noon & 1:00pm - 4:30pm

Call 403.678.8939 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

 

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Photo by Pam Doyle Photo by Pam Doyle

 

 

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Photo by Craig Douce

 

 

Log Sawing Competition
Show your strength and speed with traditional Log Sawing.

Saturday February 9 @ 3:00pm

Canmore Civic Centre Plaza

Register at: The Last Call in Canmore

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Photo by Pam Doyle

 

 

Ice Carving Competition
The Civic Centre Plaza is transformed into a Winter Wonderland!

SATURDAY February 9

Canmore Civic Centre Plaza @ 10:00am - 4:00pm

 

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Photo by Craig Douce Photo by Pam Doyle

 


 

Snow Sculpting
Bring the Family or your friends and turn blocks of snow into works of art!

SUNDAY February 10

 Main Street @ 9:00am - 4:00pm

Advance Registration Required! (limited space)

Call 403.678.8939 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

 

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Photo by Pam Doyle

 

 

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Bonspiel - Curling on the Pond

Ever tried curling outdoors in the fresh air?

SATURDAY February 16

Canmore 10 Street Pond @ 11:00am - 3:00pm

Register in advance - email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

 

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Photo by Craig Douce Photo by Craig Douce

 

 

Bonhomme Carnival
Skating, Snow Castle, Maple Syrup Snow Taffy and Traditional Waffles.

SUNDAY February 17

Canmore 10 Street Pond @ 12noon - 4:00pm

 

 

 

For more information or to register for these Town of Canmore events, please call Megan Dalrymple on 403 678 8939 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it