Where winter magic meets mountain adventure
Find your
Holiday Spirit
in Kananaskis
Here, the magic of the season meets the wild beauty of the Rockies. Swap crowded city lights for starlit trails, cozy fires, savoury bites, and snowy adventures that bring you closer to what really matters. From reindeer visits and sleigh rides to guided stargazing tours, Kananaskis offers a holiday experience that’s as authentic as it is unforgettable.
PHOTO: JAIME VEDRES | TRAVEL ALBERTA
Kananaskis Exclusive Experiences
Kananaskis Village
Holiday Activities for all
Meet Santa at Santa's Grotto
Date: December 6 & 7, 13 & 14, and 20-24
Time: 11:00am – 3:00pm
An immersive experience for a joy-filled visit with Santa himself. Share your holiday wishes, receive a sweet treat and take home a photo with Santa at this fun pop-up.
Santa’s Grotto can be found at Pomeroy Kananaskis Mountain Lodge
Ride the Kananaskis Express Train
Date: December 6 & 7, 13 & 14, and 19 to January 4, 2026
Time: 10:00am – 2:00pm and 4:00pm – 8:00pm
All aboard! Come and join us for a ride on our Kananaskis Express Train! Children must be accompanied by an adult.
The Kananaskis Express Train will be leaving from the main lodge at the village center
Meet Santa’s Reindeer
Date: December 20 – 28
Time: 1:00pm – 3:00pm
Experience the magic of the season by visiting Santa’s reindeer up close and personal! Learn about these magnificent creatures, take memorable photos, and enjoy a special holiday encounter that captures the spirit of the holidays.
Santa’s Reindeer can be found in the Village on Rockies’ Patio
Taste the Holiday Spirit
Kananaskis Village Restaurants are ready to serve you savoury holiday cravings with a selection of seasonal prix fixe menu options.
Kananaskis Village
Holiday Dining Schedule
Forte
Family Friendly Dinner Buffet | 5 pm
$64 per person
Cedar Room
Holiday Prix Fixe | 5 pm
$125 per person + $80 wine pairing
Forte
Christmas Eve Buffet | 5 pm
$89 per person
Cedar Room
Holiday Prix Fixe | 5 pm
$125 per person + $80 wine pairing
Forte
Family Friendly Dinner Buffet | 5 pm
$64 per person
Cedar Room
Holiday Prix Fixe | 5 pm
$125 per person + $80 wine pairing
Forte
Boxing Day Brunch | 10:30 am – 2 pm
$69 per person
Family Friendly Dinner Buffet | 5 pm
$64 per person
Cedar Room
Holiday Prix Fixe | 5 pm
$125 per person + $80 wine pairing
Forte
New Year’s Eve Buffet | 5 pm
$99 per person
Cedar Room
Holiday Prix Fixe | 5 pm
$125 per person + $80 wine pairing
New Year’s Eve Prix Fixe | 8 pm
$159 + $80 wine pairing
Woody's
New Year’s Eve | 8 pm
Drop in, dance and celebrate the New Year!
Forte
New Year’s Brunch Buffet
$69 per person
10:30 am – 2 pm
Family Friendly Dinner Buffet | 5 pm
$64 per person
Cedar Room
Holiday Prix Fixe | 5 pm
$125 per person + $80 wine pairing
Breakfast | 7 am – 10:30 am
$31 per person
Forte
Family Friendly Dinner Buffet | 5 pm
$64 per person
Cedar Room
Holiday Prix Fixe | 5 pm
$125 per person + $80 wine pairing
Woody's
Live Music | 8 pm
Music in Woody’s
For access to even more holiday activities book your stay at the lodge below.
Kananaskis Village
Holiday Dining Schedule
Forte
Family Friendly Dinner Buffet | 5 pm
$64 per person
Cedar Room
Holiday Prix Fixe | 5 pm
$125 per person + $80 wine pairing
Forte
Christmas Eve Buffet | 5 pm
$89 per person
Cedar Room
Holiday Prix Fixe | 5 pm
$125 per person + $80 wine pairing
Forte
Family Friendly Dinner Buffet | 5 pm
$64 per person
Cedar Room
Holiday Prix Fixe | 5 pm
$125 per person + $80 wine pairing
Forte
Boxing Day Brunch | 10:30 am – 2 pm
$69 per person
Family Friendly Dinner Buffet | 5 pm
$64 per person
Cedar Room
Holiday Prix Fixe | 5 pm
$125 per person + $80 wine pairing
Forte
New Year’s Eve Buffet | 5 pm
$99 per person
Cedar Room
Holiday Prix Fixe | 5 pm
$125 per person + $80 wine pairing
New Year’s Eve Prix Fixe | 8 pm
$159 + $80 wine pairing
Woody's
New Year’s Eve | 8 pm
Drop in, dance and celebrate the New Year!
Forte
New Year’s Brunch Buffet | 10:30 am – 2 pm
$69 per person
Family Friendly Dinner Buffet | 5 pm
$64 per person
Cedar Room
Holiday Prix Fixe | 5 pm
$125 per person + $80 wine pairing
Breakfast | 7 am – 10:30 am
$31 per person
Forte
Family Friendly Dinner Buffet | 5 pm
$64 per person
Cedar Room
Holiday Prix Fixe | 5 pm
$125 per person + $80 wine pairing
Woody's
Live Music | 8 pm
Music in Woody’s
Boundary Ranch
Hear the Sleigh Bells Ringing
Boundary Ranch welcomes you to enjoy an old-fashioned horse drawn Sleigh ride. Cuddle up under a cozy blanket with your hot chocolate and be amazed at the winter oasis and snow covered forest along the beautiful trails surrounding Boundary Ranch. A stop at their Buffalo viewing paddock for photos will give you a chance to enjoy Canada’s largest land animal from the comfort of the Sleigh. A turn around at the Teepee Village showcases some Local Native Heritage before heading back to the Ranch for an optional Marshmallow or S’more roast around the crackling bonfire. Feel free to do some shopping in their gift shop after your tour or enjoy an additional beverage.
Photo: Boundary Ranch / Karl Lee
Discover festive flavours in the heart of Kananaskis
Kananaskis Village
Holiday Dining Schedule
Forte
Family Friendly Dinner Buffet
$64 per person
5 pm
Cedar Room
Holiday Prix Fixe
$125 per person + $80 wine pairing
5 pm
Forte
Christmas Eve Buffet
$89 per person
5 pm
Cedar Room
Holiday Prix Fixe
$125 per person + $80 wine pairing
5 pm
Forte
Family Friendly Dinner Buffet
$64 per person
5 pm
Cedar Room
Holiday Prix Fixe
$125 per person + $80 wine pairing
5 pm
Forte
Boxing Day Brunch
$69 per person
10:30 am – 2 pm
Family Friendly Dinner Buffet
$64 per person
5 pm
Cedar Room
Holiday Prix Fixe
$125 per person + $80 wine pairing
5 pm
Forte
New Year’s Eve Buffet
$99 per person
5 pm
Cedar Room
Holiday Prix Fixe
$125 per person + $80 wine pairing
5 pm
New Years Eve Prix Fixe
$159 + $80 wine pairing
8 pm
Woody's
New Year’s Eve
Drop in, dance and celebrate the New Year!
8 pm
Forte
New Year’s Brunch Buffet
$69 per person
10:30 am – 2 pm
Family Friendly Dinner Buffet
$64 per person
5 pm
Cedar Room
Holiday Prix Fixe
$125 per person + $80 wine pairing
5 pm
Forte
Family Friendly Dinner Buffet
$64 per person
5 pm
Cedar Room
Holiday Prix Fixe
$125 per person + $80 wine pairing
5 pm
Woody's
Live Music
Music in Woody’s
8 pm
Kananaskis Exclusive Experiences
Kananaskis is Calling
This Winter
Kananaskis Outfitters Winter Offerings located in Kananaskis Village
Kananaskis Outfitters Winter Rentals
When the snow falls, Kananaskis Outfitters is ready to keep you moving:
- Fat bikes for adults and children
- Cross-country skis, boots, and poles
- Snowshoes and winter boots for adults and children
- Microspikes for traction
- Skates and hockey sticks
Stargazing Tour
Embark on an extraordinary journey with our Stargazing Snowshoe Tour, a celestial adventure beneath the winter night sky. Join Kananaskis Outfitters’ skilled interpreters for a captivating 2-hour experience moving through a frosty forest and become awed by the incredibly vastness of the milky way. As you traverse snow-covered trails on your snowshoes, our guides will illuminate the mysteries of the sky above, pointing out constellations and sharing fascinating celestial stories. Far from city lights, the pristine winter landscape becomes the perfect backdrop for a magical evening. Whether you’re a seasoned stargazer or a first-time adventurer, this tour promises a unique and awe-inspiring encounter with the cosmos.
Fat Bike Frozen Waterfall Tour
Snowshoe Tours
Kananaskis Outfitters
Cross Country Ski Lessons and Tours
Lesson
Embark on a winter adventure with our exhilarating 2-hour cross-country ski lesson, where pristine snow-covered landscapes become your playground and skiing skills reach new heights! Kananaskis Outfitters’ expert instructors will guide you through the fundamentals of classic cross-country skiing, ensuring a seamless blend of technique and enjoyment. Whether you’re a beginner looking to master the basics or an intermediate skier aiming to refine your style, their personalized lessons cater to all levels. Glide through the serene beauty of nature, breathing in the crisp winter air, as you learn the art of efficient propulsion and graceful maneuvers. We will help you get ready to explore the trails on your own, and discover the joy of cross-country skiing in a fun and supportive environment.
Tour
Kananaskis Conservation Pass
The Alberta government instituted the Kananaskis Conservation Pass in 2021 to fund maintenance within the park. It costs $15 per car, per day and is required for all vehicles parked in Kananaskis and Bow Valley Provincial Parks. The pass can be purchased online or in person at various locations in the parks.
Getting here by air
Calgary International Airport has direct flights from nearly anywhere in Canada and many departures in the US and Europe. It is located 116 km away from Kananaskis Village and offers many car rental options.
Getting here by road
Accessing Kananaskis by car is an easy, rewarding journey. Coming from either east (Calgary) or west (Banff, British Columbia) take the Trans-Canada highway, exiting at Highway 40. From that turnoff, it is approximately 26 km to Kananaskis Village.
Dining options
Keeping in the spirit of minimal development and untouched nature, all the dining options in Kananaskis are centred in the Village. From snacks at Market Cafe to lively Woody’s Pub, to casual, family-friendly Forte Restaurant, to the more formal Cedar Room and finally nightcaps at Blacktail Bar, there is something for every taste in Kananaskis.
Kananaskis Conservation Pass
The Alberta government instituted the Kananaskis Conservation Pass in 2021 to fund maintenance within the park. It costs $15 per car, per day and is required for all vehicles parked in Kananaskis and Bow Valley Provincial Parks. The pass can be purchased online or in person at various locations in the parks.
Getting here
by air
Calgary International Airport has direct flights from nearly anywhere in Canada and many departures in the US and Europe. It is located 116 km away from Kananaskis Village, and offers many car rental options.
Getting here
by road
Accessing Kananaskis by car is an easy, rewarding journey. Coming from either east (Calgary) or west (Banff, British Columbia) take the Trans-Canada highway, exiting at Highway 40. From that turnoff it is approximately 26 km to Kananaskis Village.
Dining options
Keeping in the spirit of largely untouched nature, all the dining options in Kananaskis are centered in the Village. From snacks at Market Cafe, to lively Woody’s Pub, to casual, family friendly Forte Restaurant, to the more formal Cedar Room and finally nightcaps at Blacktail Bar, there is something for every taste in Kananaskis.
Where to Stay
Pomeroy Kananaskis Mountain Lodge
Pomeroy Kananaskis Mountain Lodge caters to its guests through its ethos: “where backcountry beauty and modern comfort meet”. Set at the centre of the Village, this family-friendly hotel and its commanding views are connected to the Kananaskis Nordic Spa.
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Kananaskis, Alberta, Canada
Scenic Driving on Highway 40
Turn off the Trans-Canada to experience Highway 40, sometimes referred to as Kananaskis Trail. More than 100km of the most scenic drive in Alberta, from meadows through alpine valleys, over the highest paved road in Canada and back to Alberta’s prairies.
The Trans-Kananaskis Is the premier driving enthusiast road in Alberta, with jaw-dropping sights around every sweeping curve in the road.
Annually closed between Peter Lougheed Provincial Park and Hwy 541 from December 1 – June 14.
