My friend and I originally signed up to run the Banff Half Marathon in June of 2020. As we are all…read morewell aware, the world shut down a few months prior and the Banff Marathon did not happen in-person in 2020. After some back and forth communication with event organizers, my friend and I were able to defer our registrations. I mean, this was definitely the right thing to do because we were not even permitted in the country and, as another reviewer has already posted, running around my neighborhood for a virtual race was simply not the same as running around beautiful, gorgeous Banff. Go forward two years and my friend and I finally got to participate in this event, in person and in Banff! Yes, we originally signed up for the Banff Half Marathon but ended up dropping down to the 10K which was a wise choice considering our training levels. We stayed at a hotel very close to both packet pick up and the start line so there were no worries there. I was a little disappointed by the "Race Expo," as it was basically nonexistent. The morning of the race, however, I was so surprised at how many people were participating in this event! I loved it! The energy was great and the views were spectacular. I actually enjoyed every minute of the run - shocking for me!!! When we crossed the finish line, there was so definite confusion with our medals because we had dropped down to the shorter race and, well, I'm not entirely sure why. We were able to get a medal after some explaining. The post-race area was crowded and there was one woman who left a very sour taste in my mouth as she screamed at my friend and I to keep walking - completely unnecessary. The event wasn't perfect and came with several hiccups but what a perfect "excuse" to get up to Banff. I would love to run this race again, perhaps a longer option, for the views and another opportunity to visit beautiful Banff! I am aware organizing races is no easy feat so thank you to the organizers for many, many years of hard work and organizing!

I honestly had zero doubt in my mind I'd be leaving a 5 star review for this marathon,…read moreunfortunately covid hit and everything changed. Being a US registered runner I can't even get into Canada if I tried. I wanted so badly to participate in this marathon this summer but it was canceled and turned into a virtual, which I deeply despised. Being a runner from Los Angeles and having just run the LA Marathon taking to my regular neighborhood streets for 26.2 miles is not an easy task without street closures. I knew this was totally out of the question when it occurred. I had also just recently broken my foot so I was somewhat less concerned with the race being canceled and more concerned with we weren't going to be refunded at all. By race day (or race week I think it turned into) I was healed up enough to get out and run the 10K portion, I probably could have even done the half mary but didn't push it in June since I was just healing up from the broken foot. My t-shirt and medal arrived which I will not display with my others because I really don't see the point in a Banff marathon shirt or medal when I literally ran around my neighbohood and uploaded those results on my freshly healed broken foot. As a recreational marathoner I'm really trying to come around to the idea of these virtual races but they just aren't exactly my style. Banff says they will offer a 50% off promo code to put towards next years marathon, but I feel the keeping our full payment without a deferral for a t-shirt and medal that is literally garbage to me, to run around my own neighborhood is just not at all cool. Parts of this area near the National Park are now opening and they continue to promote and encourage coming out to run the course and even gifted prizes for the area but they really aren't thinking as a global buisness/organization. That's all peachy for their local runners but if registration was open to those outside of Canada who can't cross their borders it's all pointless to me. Obviously I was able to cancel my hotel, but like most runners who have out of state/city/country marathons we are dealing with the loss of our flights with airlines, car rentals, hotels and more. Hoping this all clears up in time for 2021's race and as much as I was upset with not receiving a refund and only a promised 50% off of next years race I will probably register with it and pay again to run this marathon because it looks absolutely right up my alley and gorgeous. Congrats to all who participated in the virtual, hope to see you at the start line in 2021!

I was there from Saturday to Monday for a work conference…read more staff: pleasant. To be honest I did not interact with them too much except for at breakfast buffet and they were friendly. service: front desk staff friendly, restaurant staff friendly, staff in conference area friendly. They were discrete as to not interrupt conference and still kept everything running smoothly. establishment: nice, quaint, comfortable rooms - from style - but perfect for sleeping and desk area to work. Bathrooms big and roomy. Conference room nice and big with big windows to outside. Restaurant fantastic. Great food and nice big windows to see the scenery while you eat! food: great! Buffet breakfast nice big spread and variety. Just the buffet lines were awkward - please find a smoother system for making the buffet lines. Buffet lunch was great - Indian/Mediterranean foods and flavour! Conference food and health breaks were a nice variety.

This place is off the chain amazing!…read more I went to a welcome party here recently for a weekend event and was blown away by the Banff Centre campus. GORGEOUS!!!! Words simply cannot do this place justice. Check out Three Ravens here to dine on culinary student delight! Creativity and nature are oozing from every corner. There's a free museum here as well you've got to check out. Basically, if you're going to Banff - visit here. And if you have the opportunity to come here for a conference or work retreat, don't think twice - say yes instantly!

Due to the fact that I live in Quebec and Art Country Canada is in Alberta I was lucky enough to…read morepurchase 2 Robert Bateman prints that I am absolutely in love with. I could not say enough about the personal attention and packing detail I received from Art Country Canada. The communication was incredible and extremely courteous. And WOW, they packaged up the prints so well a semi-truck could not push through it. Excellent experience all around.

Amazing manager. The art is some of the most beautiful I've seen, surpassing most of the artwork…read moreI've seen in museums. Come here to get your mind blown!

Great music, dancing, live, so much fun! Be sure to check them out whenever you can. This Saturday…read moreat Strathcona.

From the owner: Razzama Jazz Big Band’s upcoming Swing Dance Night…read more The event takes place on Saturday 15th June at the Strathcona Community Association in Calgary, starting at 7 pm. Razzama Jazz Big Band is a community-based, not-for-profit band that will reach its first quarter century next year. Under the musical direction of Craig Johnson, who arranges much of our repertoire, and with the vocal stylings of Lee Ann DeCoteau, Razzama Jazz plays a variety of exciting tunes, new and old. This fundraising dance represents the first time since pre-Covid that we have staged an event for our supporters to enjoy. Please tell your friends, and plan to spend an unforgettable evening with us! Advance tickets are available at eventbrite.ca.

We had Pegasus do a murder mystery with us Saturday. They were absolutely hilarious, fun and very…read moreprofessional! Nothing but great communication with them throughout the process and the show! Very interactive with their wild and crazy characters! Thanks Pegasus! We had an awesome time!

Our organization just hired Pegasus for a year end staff party. It was a huge hit! Being non…read moreprofit, they were able to come to our location to save on renting a facility. The staff were great to work with. The evening was FULL of Laughter!!! Thank you to all the actors and staff at Pegasus! We had an unforgettable evening!

Fabulous authentic art! Many pieces from While vacationing in Canada, we fell in love with the…read moreunique creations by Canadian First Nation artists. In this beautifully appointed gallery you will find stone carvings, metal works, paintings, charcoal, stunning handmade jewelry and much more. We love our carving of two nestling polar bears sculpted by an Inuit. So gorgeous and the pose of the bears together is wonderful. Paola Perez, Gallery Assistant, provided information on the artist and packed the bears securely for shipping. They arrived quickly and look beautiful in our living area.

From the owner: Established in 1974 Canada House Gallery is one of Canada's most vibrant and unique commercial art…read moregalleries. The distinctive collection focuses on contemporary paintings, sculpture and jewellery by renowned and respected Canadian artists. Recognized in 2002 by our peers, we were accepted into the Art Dealers Association of Canada. Over the years, Canada House Gallery has earned a reputation for excellence in the Canadian art community. We have become a destination for art lovers throughout Alberta, Canada and abroad. Open 7 days a week, we strive to keep the gallery accessible, interesting and diverse. The comprehensive and continually updated website has much to do with the reach of Canada House Gallery. Collectors from around the world can roam freely, view the collection that we have on hand and trust the accuracy of what they see on our website. Our motto is "Always fresh, new and individual".

This is a free contemporary art museum located in Banff Centre in Banff National Guard…read more So while the hours are limited, you really can't complain since it's free! Check out their website to see current features and exhibitions: https://www.banffcentre.ca/walter-phillips-gallery The gallery is "Exclusively committed to the production, presentation, collection and analysis of contemporary art and curatorial practice."

From the owner: Walter Phillips Gallery is exclusively committed to the production, presentation, collection and…read moreanalysis of contemporary art and curatorial practice. For contemporary artists, particularly those engaged in alternative forms of practice, Walter Phillips Gallery remains an essential and principle site where art is presented to an audience for critical reception. In an effort to ensure a broad and balanced representation of the different areas of research at Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity, the Gallery displays and collects painting, drawing, printmaking, sculpture, ceramics, textiles, photography, and new media-based works.