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Cochrane Made Artisan Christmas Market
2024-11-23 10:00, 2024-11-24 10:00 - 15:00 (America/Edmonton) | Cochrane Lions Club Event Centre, 109 Fifth Avenue, Cochrane, Alberta, T4C 0A4, Canada
Cochrane’s favorite annual MADE Artisan Christmas Market offers Holiday shoppers a back-to-back THREE-WEEKEND tour of outstanding ARTISANS + MAKERS.
Each weekend showcases 50 different local retailers featuring oodles of “made with love” treasures!
THREE DATES – Back-to-Back Weekends:
— Sat/Sun – NOVEMBER 16/17
— Sat/Sun – NOVEMBER 23/24
— Sat/Sun – NOVEMBER 30 / DECEMBER 1
Located at the Cochrane Lions Event Centre – 109 Fifth Avenue, Cochrane
Show hours for both each weekend:
– Saturday – 10:00am to 4:00pm
– Sunday – 10:00am to 3:00pm
Free family admission
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For vendor inquiries, call 403 608-3710 or subscribe at https://opulencealliance.com

Winter Art & Craft Market
2024-11-23 10:00 - 15:00 | Frank Wills Memorial Hall, 405 1st Street E, Cochrane, Alberta
This pop-up market at Frank Wills Hall will have lots of local art and maker vendors so you can shop for that special someone. Take in all the wares and then enjoy a tea & treat.
Come and support local artisans and help 1st Cochrane Pathfinders raise funds for their trip to Quebec while you’re at it.
A few vendor spots are still available. Contact: 1stcochranepathfinders@gmail.com

Christmas Craft Market
2024-11-23 10:00 - 16:00 | AB
Just up the highway on Lochend Rd: 🎄please save the date- one day only Christmas Craft Market, RockPointe Church! YYC .
85 artisans, all handmade artisans, plus sweets, and local crafts and design!
The Bow Balley High Schhol Jazz Band will be performing too! 🎺🎺🎺 Visit our FB event for more info. 🎄

Didsbury Christmas Market
2024-11-23 10:00 - 16:00 | AB
Its the most wonderful time of the year and the Didsbury Christmas Market will help you fill those stockings and find that perfect gift for under the tree. Come and shop from over 100 vendors on November 23 from 10-4.

2024 BANFF CHRISTMAS MARKET
2024-11-23 10:00 - 20:00, 2024-11-24 10:00 - 16:00 | AB
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

Let's Go Lego at the Cochrane Public Library
2024-11-23 11:00 - 12:00 | Cochrane Public Library, 405 Railway Street W, Cochrane, Alberta
Join us for our all-ages Let’s Go Lego drop-in, where you can learn while having fun! We have lots of Lego Education and Steam sets and will be spending hands-on time letting our imaginations go wild!
We play on Saturdays between 11:00am and 12:00pm.

COCHRANE LIGHT UP 2024
2024-11-23 16:30 - 19:30 | AB
Nov 23 2024 – 4:30 to 7:30pm

Celebrating 40 years, Cochrane Light Up has been a beloved family tradition and a special way for businesses to connect with the community.
In partnership with local businesses, Cochrane encourages attendees to reduce waste by bringing reusable cups or purchasing one from vendors for their hot chocolate.
We’re also joining forces with local food banks to share the holiday spirit. Drop off non-perishable food items at designated locations.
Cochrane Light Up map
Celebrate the holiday season with Council at The Station
Come connect with Council, warm up with a cup of hot chocolate, gather by the fire, grab a glow stick to light up the night or explore activities waiting for you inside The Station.
In celebration of 40 years of Cochrane Light Up, The Station will also be decorated with dazzling light displays. Capture the moment by snapping a festive photo and tag @townofcochrane to share your experience!
Shuttle with COLT Transit
Free shuttles will run from Mitford Park and the Historical Ranche site, starting at 4:00 p.m. and run every 20 minutes until 9:00 p.m. Drop off at The Station.

LIVE music Saturdays at Rocky View Brewing
2024-11-23 18:00 - 21:00 | Rocky View Taproom, 420 1st Street, Cochrane, AB
Live music Saturdays in the taproom starting at 6pm.
DECEMBER 21 – JUSTINE VANDERGRIFT

COCHRANE GENERALS AT HOME - NOVEMBER
2024-11-23 20:15 - 22:30 | 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.

The Rockyview Hotel - All Request DJ
2024-11-23 22:00 - 23:30 | 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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Photos with Santa
2024-11-24 09:00 - 13:00 | AB
Get ready for a heartwarming holiday tradition! Capture the magic of the season with Santa Claus while supporting our community. Bring the family and create lasting memories with Santa Claus. In exchange for your cherished photo opportunity, we kindly request a non-perishable food item or cash donation for the Cochrane Food Bank.
This is a first-come, first-served event with no pre-registration required. Please arrive early to secure your spot and join in the festive fun!

Beaupre Hall Christmas Market
2024-11-24 11:00 - 16:00 | Beaupre Community Hall, 263035 Beaupre Creek Rd, Rocky View County, Alberta, T4C 1A8, Canada
Get into the festive spirit at the Beaupre Hall Christmas Market on Sunday, November 24th from 11am to 4pm.
It’s the perfect time to support local vendors and get into the holiday spirit.
Don’t miss this chance to shop local and celebrate the season with your community.

Seniors on the Bow Open House
2024-11-24 14:00 - 16:30 | Spray Lake Sawmill Family Sports Centre, 800 Griffin Road, Cochrane, AB
Seniors on the Bow invites one and all to our Open House on Sunday, November 24th. There will be music, treats, and lots of great people to meet.Come and find out what all SOTB has to offer Cochrane and Area.

SUNDAY JAM AT THE VENUE
2024-11-24 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

Cochrane Wild Rose Square Dance Club
2024-11-25 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
2024-11-25 19:00 - 21:00 | All Saints Anglican Church, 404 Fourth Ave N, Cochrane, Alberta

10% off Tuesday at Home Reno Heaven
2024-11-26 | 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
2024-11-26 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
2024-11-26 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
2024-11-26 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.

After School Club at The Messy Moose Studio
2024-11-26 17:00 - 18:30 | The Messy Moose Inc., 123 2nd Avenue West, Unit #3, Cochrane, Alberta, Canada
Let’s ignite their creativity and unwind after school with some relaxing activities like crafting, creating, or simply chilling out with our sensory bins.​
This is a registered, drop off event.
Starting Tuesday, Sept 10th, now from 5:00pm to 6:30pm.$145/per month, drop off every Tuesday for some creative process art and sensory play!The first session runs from Sept to November.Register online to save your spot!*Can be billed monthly*
Location: 3-123 2nd Avenue West -The Messy Moose Studio

Business After Hours with the Chamber of Commerce
2024-11-26 17:00 - 19:00 | Mr. Mike’s Steakhouse
Join us for our monthly Business Afterhours Networking Event, a complimentary event for Chamber Members that is held on the fourth Tuesday of every month!

This is a great opportunity to meet and visit with local Chamber Members and promote your business in a casual atmosphere.

We do ask that you register for this complimentary event.

Financial Education Workshop Series
2024-11-26 17:30 - 19:00 | The Station, 360 Railway St W, Cochrane, AB, Canada
part 1 – November 12
part 2 – November 26

Start Up Cochrane
2024-11-26 19:00 - 21:00 | The Corner Coworking, 225 Railway Street E, Cochrane
WHEN: Join us on the FOURTH Tuesday night of each month, 7 PM – 9 PM at The Corner Coworking on Railway Street E in Cochrane, AB.

NOTE: EACH MONTH WE WILL UPDATE IF THERE WILL BE A TOPIC OR PRESENTER.

COST: Free

What can I do? How do I get involved?

For these events to be a success, and to grow the local #startup community, we need entrepreneurs at all stages of the startup & launch phases.

-Got a new idea?
-Have a concept you are curious about?
-Ready to pitch for funding?
-Looking to grow an existing business?
PLUS
-Have you launched a new business already?
-Are you an investor?
-Been involved in startups before? (Successful & less successful)
-Just plain curious?

Rockyview Hotel - Learn to line dance
2024-11-26 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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Holiday Wreath/Porch Pot Workshop
2024-11-26 19:00 - 21:30 | Found Book Shop, 206 1st Street W, Cochrane, AB
We’re back for another year of Holiday Crafting!
Unleash your creativity and kick off the holiday season at our Holiday Wreath/Porch Pot Workshop! Let your imagination run wild as we get into the festive spirit and create your own unique holiday decorations that will impress your neighbors and guests. Whether you’re a seasoned crafter or a beginner, this in-person event is perfect for everyone so grab your friends and join us for an evening of creativity and laughter.
Our talented instructor, Niki from Blooms & Design, will guide you through the process of making your choice of a beautiful wreath or porch pot. You’ll have a wide selection of materials to choose from, including fresh greenery, ribbons, ornaments, and more.
WREATH – Create your own unique Holiday wreath by choosing from a selection of cedar, fir and pine as well as decorative pieces from the decor “buffet” – berries, pinecones, bells, bows and more! Typical diameter of finished product is 18-24″.
PORCH POT – Start with your black container (these can be set out or dropped into an existing planter pot) and build your pot up from a selection of cedar, fir, pine, dogwood branches and large sugar cones. Add in your red berries, birch poles and other decor to create your unique & stunning pot to display.
Found’s wine & coffee bar will be open so grab a beverage and lets get festive!!
Want to make both? When you purchase a ticket for this date, you’ll automatically receive a code to save 15% off if you’d like to join us on November 29 or December 3rd as well.
Looking for something else? We are also offering a Grinch Tree Workshop on December 6th and a Christmas Centrepiece workshop!

COCHRANE BABY BOOMERS COFFEE CLUB
2024-11-27 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
2024-11-27 14:00 - 16:00 | Venue Bar & Grill, 79 Railway St E, Cochrane, AB, Canada
