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2024 BANFF CHRISTMAS MARKET
2024-12-08 10:00 - 16:00 (America/Edmonton)
It’s the 10th anniversary of the Banff Christmas Market and we’ve got some excited news… We’ve relocated to the Banff Train Station and we’re open for four weekends of holiday magic! That’s right, FOUR WEEKENDS!

Join us this year and browse some of the finest local handcrafted items, visit with Santa, enjoy live music, and fill your belly with great food & warm drinks.
It’s enough to make the most hardened Scrooge dream of a white Christmas, so mark your calendar for the following dates:

The 2024 Banff Christmas Market will be open for four weekends:
Thursday, November 14 – free local’s night
Friday, November 15 – Sunday, November 17
Friday, November 22 – Sunday, November 24
Friday, November 29 – Sunday, December 1
Friday, December 6 – Sunday, December 8
Market Hours:
Thursday: 5pm – 9pm (November 14 ONLY – local’s night!)
Friday: 10am – 8pm
Saturday: 10am – 8pm
Sunday: 10am – 4pm

ENTRY FEE:
Adults (11-64): $15
Seniors (65+): $12
Child (3-10): $5
Children 2 & under: Free
100% of child ticket sales are donated to the Shine Foundation
All ticket prices are subject to 5% GST.

Www.banffchristmasmarket.com

LOCATION: Banff Heritage Train Station, 327 Railway Ave, Banff AB

Christmas Village Market in Bearspaw
2024-12-08 10:00 - 16:00 | Bearspaw Lifestyle Centre
Join us for the Bearspaw Christmas Market!

Step into a magical Christmas wonderland at the Bearspaw Christmas Market, where you’ll find gifts, crafts, food, and entertainment for the whole family!

Event Dates:– **November 29 & 30**– **December 1, 6, 7 & 8**

**Opening Hours:**– Fridays: 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM– Saturdays: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM– Sundays: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Enjoy an enchanting market with over 100 vendors, and experience the festive spirit with local crafts, delicious food, and lively entertainment. Perfect for holiday gift shopping and creating lasting memories with your loved ones!

Location:Bearspaw Community Association253220 Bearspaw Road, Calgary, AB

Don’t miss out on this festive experience! Whether you’re looking for unique holiday gifts, tasty treats, or just a day out with the family, the Bearspaw Christmas Market is the place to be this holiday season!

For more details, visit our website: www.bearspawcommunityassociation.com

SANTA AT THE LEGION
2024-12-08 11:30 - 14:00

Frosty’s Night Out!
2024-12-08 13:00 - 15:00 | Final Touch Art Studio, #10 118 1 Ave West, Cochrane, Alberta, Canada
Join the crew for a special Sunday afternoon!
12+ welcome to join, however it should be noted that under 16 should have an adult with them at all times.

THE WIZARD OF OZ
2024-12-08 14:00 - 16:00
The Wizard of Oz
A ‘Wicked’ Pantomime Adventure
By Tom Whalley
Directed by Roxanne McCallum
Show Dates December 6-8 and 13-14 2024
Location: Cochrane RancheHouse Theatre

Theatre - KLAUS
2024-12-08 14:00 - 16:30 | Bow Valley Baptist Church, 54 West Aarsby, Cochrane, Alberta
With permission, Theater 516 is presenting a stage adaptation of the Netflix movie Klaus.
All proceeds will go to two charities : Big Hill Haven and Not in my City

Christmas at Greccio – Christmas at The Mount
2024-12-08 14:30 - 17:00 | Mount St. Francis Retreat Centre, 41160 Retreat Road, Cochrane, Alberta, T4C 1A6, Canada
Christmas at Greccio – Christmas at The Mount
Sunday, December 8
2:30 pm – 5:00 pm
Sleigh Rides (weather permitting)
Hot Chocolate and Snacks
St. Francis of Assisi began the popular tradition of re-enacting the Christmas story in Greccio, Italy. Mount St. Francis has held the Greccio Christmas pageant since 2006. We are excited to welcome you back for this in person outdoor pageant.
This is an outdoor pageant, please dress for weather.
Accepting non-perishable food
and cash donations for the Cochrane Food Bank.

COCHRANE GENERALS AT HOME - DECEMBER
2024-12-08 15:00 - 17:30 | Spray Lake Sawmill Family Sports Centre, 800 Griffin Road, Cochrane, AB
FOR ALL THE COCHRANE GENERALS GAME INFO, PLEASE VISIT: CANNEX COCHRANE GENERALS GAMES
ALL HOME GAMES ARE TO BE PLAYED AT THE SPRAY LAKES SAWMILL FAMILY REC CENTRE.

SUNDAY JAM AT THE VENUE
2024-12-08 16:00 - 20:00 | VENUE SPORTSBAR AND GRILL
The Sunday Jam is back at the Venue starting October 6th!
Featuring Allen Christie.
WINGS $10 OFF
HAPPY HOUR 2PM TO 8PM

SILENT BOOK CLUB
2024-12-09 09:00 - 11:00, 2024-12-09 18:30 - 20:30
Dec 9th at The Shire
Dec 21st at Found

Cochrane Wild Rose Square Dance Club
2024-12-09 19:00 - 21:00 | Seniors on the Bow, 800 Griffin Road E., Cochrane, AB, Canada
Square dance lessons for beginners Mondays at 6:30 p.m.
Experienced dancers start at 7 p.m.
Singles, couples, and families are welcome (12 yrs+).
Casual dress. We are closed for July and August.

Cochrane Sings
2024-12-09 19:00 - 21:00 | All Saints Anglican Church, 404 Fourth Ave N, Cochrane, Alberta

10% off Tuesday at Home Reno Heaven
2024-12-10 | Home Reno Heaven, 136 Charlesworth Ave, Cochrane
Home Reno Heaven presents – EVERY Tuesday save 10% off all items in store!
All proceeds support affordable housing in Cochrane.

Located at 136 Charlesworth Avenue in Cochrane.

BNI Inspire - Business Networking Meeting
2024-12-10 08:00 - 09:30 | Online
We help business professionals grow their business through a structured, positive, and professional referral marketing program.
Weekly (except the first Tuesday of the Month which is in person at the Legion) online, from 8am to 9:30am.

Tech Hour at CPL
2024-12-10 10:15 - 10:45 | Cochrane Public Library, 405 Railway Street W, Cochrane, Alberta
Need help with technology questions or with using the Library’s electronic resources? We can help during our drop-in Tech Hour! No appointment is required. All you need to bring are your technology problems and any relevant devices.

Event dates

Every week on Tuesday ends on March 26, 2024, 10:15 a.m. – 11:15 a.m.

St. Andrew's Community Lunch
2024-12-10 12:00 - 13:00 | St. Andrew’s United Church, 128 1st Street E, Cochrane, AB
Our free Community Lunch resumes next week: 12-1pm, every Tuesday, starting Sept 17th!Come join us for freshly-homemade soup, a bun, and good conversation, here at St. Andrew’s United Church.

Rockyview Hotel - Learn to line dance
2024-12-10 19:00 - 21:00 | Rockyview Hotel
THE ROCKYVIEW HOTEL | EST’D IN 1904 – Celebrating 120 years in Historic Downtown.
+ Dance the night away at the @texasgate.cochrane !
+ Tuesdays – learn to line dance, 7pm
+ Thursdays – karaoke, 8pm
+ Fridays / Saturdays – all request DJ, 10pm
+ Sundays – All day free pool!
To book your stay & for more info: rockyviewhotel.ca

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Jam Night at The Shire Pub
2024-12-10 19:00 - 22:00 | The Shire Pub, 8-57 West Aarsby Road, Cochrane, AB
Every Tuesday we have a Jam/Open Mic night for all . No matter what instrument or type of music you play, come on down,

COCHRANE BABY BOOMERS COFFEE CLUB
2024-12-11 09:00 - 11:00 | The Legion, 114 Fifth Ave, Cochrane, Canada
EVERY WEDNESDAY – JOIN US AT ONE OR BOTH GROUPS!
GROUP 1 – 9 TO 11AM AT THE LEGION – 114 FIFTH AVENUE
GROUP 2 – 2 TO 4PM AT THE VENUE – 79 RAILWAY ST.

COCHRANE BABY BOOMERS COFFEE CLUB
2024-12-11 14:00 - 16:00 | Venue Bar & Grill, 79 Railway St E, Cochrane, AB, Canada

Wings Nights at the Legion
2024-12-11 16:30 - 19:30 | The Legion, 114 Fifth Ave, Cochrane, Canada
Every Wednesday from 4:30pm to 7:30pm, wings are $8 per order at the Legion.

Wing Night at The Taproom
2024-12-11 17:00 - 20:30 | Rocky View Taproom, 420 1st Street, Cochrane, AB
Join us every Wednesday from 5pm to 8:30pm for $8.50/lb wings!
We have a variety of flavours from you to choose from. You won’t wanna miss it!

Cochrane Ukulele Strumming Group - Weekly Drop In
2024-12-11 18:00 - 19:00
Join Karen Rollins from Canmore for an “Ukulele Strum Along” ($5 drop in) We meet Wednesday evenings at the Vine Coffee Shop from 6-7pm (back door entrance) All levels are welcome!!
Notes:
Nov & Dec – Christmas Songbook $20
(No meeting Nov 27)

Country Music with Turner Bates at the Venue
2024-12-11 18:00 - 21:00

Community Innovators Speakers Series: Gair Maxwell
2024-12-11 18:30 - 21:00 | Found Book Shop, 206 1st Street W, Cochrane, AB
Join us at Found Books & Shop for a rich, interactive discussion with… Gair Maxwell, International Author & Speaker!

Topic: LEGENDARY INNOVATION
Tickets are $5 per person, but they are limited!
tickets available on Eventbrite
Location: Found Books & Shop – 208, 1st Street W

Time: Doors open at 6:30pm, with the discussion starting at 7pm

Ukulele Classes
2024-12-11 19:00 - 20:00 | Frank Wills Memorial Hall, 405 1st Street E, Cochrane, Alberta
Weekly group ukulele classes starting sept 13 at Frank Wills Community Hall. Have fun and learn skills to play in a ukulele orchestra. Keep your mind and body healthy and happy. $180 for fall session. Bring ukulele, ukulele tuner, music stand and a smile. Contact Karen Rollins at krollins@telus.net for more information and to register.

Winter 2025 Registration now open
2024-12-12 - 2025-01-14 | Frank Wills Memorial Hall, 405 1st Street E, Cochrane, Alberta
Sleeping Giants 2025 registration is OPEN! If you haven’t signed up yet, now’s the time! We’ve got loads of fun classes in Cochrane for all ages.
Here are our class offerings for 2025!
🔹 Drama
🔹 Drama 2
🔹 Acting Skills
🔹 Interactive Storytime
🔹 Musical Theatre
🔹 Mini-Musical Theatre
Don’t miss out—spaces are filling up fast! For more information, check out our website www.sleepinggiantstheatre.ca

Coffee & Chat
2024-12-12 15:00 - 17:00

The North Pole of Cochrane
2024-12-12 18:00 - 20:00
Come and get festive at the North Pole of Cochrane Event!
Come and have your photo taken with Santa and receive a take home cookie decorating kit, enjoy a horse & sleigh ride, some hot cocoa, music, treat bags and more!
Brought to you by Sunset Ridge Dental, Mountain Vista Law, Sunset Ridge Pharmacy, Candid Cosmedics, The Lion Head Pub, and Sunset Dreams and Beauty Bar.
