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Charwei Tsai, 'Sky Mantra' (Still), 2009

In the Present Moment: Buddhism, Contemporary Art, and Social Practice

Walter Phillips Gallery presents 'In the Present Moment: Buddhism, Contemporary Art, and Social Practice' from September 15 - December 13, 2023. Free admission.
H.G. Glyde with art students, 1947. Courtesy Banff Centre archives.

Natural Drawing: Beyond Basics (Nov - Dec 2023)

Graduates of Natural Drawing or individuals with some drawing experience are invited to join this five-week online drawing class. Registration now open.

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Free
Headshot of faculty
Thu, Sep 28, 2023

Emerging Writers Residency: Poetry 2023 - Faculty Readings

Join us for an evening of free readings by our esteemed faculty of the Emerging Writers Residency, Suzanne Zelazo and Sharanpal Ruprai.

Bentley Chamber Music Studio
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Free
snowy mountain with mist in foreground
Fri, Sep 29, 2023

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation - Residential School: The Freedom Trail with Angus Cockney

Join Angus Cockney, artist, athlete and Inuit residential school Survivor for his presentation in reflection of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. 

Margaret Greenham Theatre
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Free
Danny Michel is seated with both arms resting on the guitar on his lap
Fri, Sep 29, 2023

Danny Michel Live at Maclab

Join us for another Live at Maclab featuring one of Canada's finest songwriters, Danny Michel.

Maclab Bistro
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$37.50
From the film Jules, Reel Time
Mon, Oct 2, 2023

Reel Time: Jules

Jules follows Milton (Ben Kingsley) who lives a quiet life in a small Pennsylvania town, but finds his day upended when a UFO crash lands in his backyard.

Lux Cinema Banff, 229 Bear St
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Photo of program faculty, Suzanne Zelazo
Tue, Oct 3, 2023

Emerging Writers Residency: Poetry 2023 - Open Readings

Join us for an evening of free readings hosted by our esteemed faculty Suzanne Zelazo, featuring participants from the Emerging Writers Residency.

Bentley Chamber Music Studio
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Free
Sharanpal Ruprai
Thu, Oct 5, 2023

Emerging Writers Residency: Poetry 2023 - Open Readings

Join us for an evening of free readings hosted by our esteemed faculty Sharanpal Ruprai, featuring participants from the Emerging Writers Residency.

Bentley Chamber Music Studio
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Free
Laila Biali is wearing a bright yellow shirt and matching fur hat, while sitting on a black and white striped armchair, next to a lamp with a yellow lampshade.
Fri, Oct 13, 2023

Laila Biali Live at Maclab

Join us for another Live at Maclab featuring multi award-winning Canadian singer-songwriter, pianist and CBC Music national radio host Laila Biali.

Maclab Bistro
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$36.75
photo of Joely BigEagle Kequahtooway
Wed, Oct 25, 2023

Akunumusǂitis Studio Crawl and Exhibition Tour

Join us for a Studio Crawl for the Indigenous Arts residency program, Akunumusǂitis and attend a tour of the current exhibition at Walter Phillips Gallery.

Walter Phillips Gallery
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Free
From the film Rose, Reel Time film screening
Mon, Nov 20, 2023

Reel Time: Rose

Rose follows two sisters, Inger and Ellen, and how their relationship is challenged on an anticipated coach trip to Paris.

Lux Cinema Banff, 229 Bear St
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The Debaters Live On Tour
Sat, Nov 25, 2023

The Debaters Live Holiday Tour

Featuring host Steve Patterson and two of Canada’s top comics, Katie-Ellen Humphries and Graham Clark performing stand-up and two hilarious debates!

Jenny Belzberg Theatre
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$58.50
Artwork on left by Chrysanne Stathacos, and artwork on right by Zachari Logan
Wed, Dec 13, 2023

Open Studios and Artist Talk and Performance by Chrysanne Stathacos

Join us for Open Studios for the Visual Arts residency, Rewilding the Body Eclectic and an artist talk and performance, Sky Gazing by Chrysanne Stathacos.

Walter Phillips Gallery
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Free
From the film Past Lives, Reel Time
Mon, Dec 11, 2023

Reel Time: Past Lives

Nora and Hae Sung, two deeply connected childhood friends, are wrest apart after Nora’s family emigrates from South Korea

Lux Cinema Banff, 229 Bear St
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Purposeful Travel Summit 2024

Purposeful Travel Summit

Launching a new era in travel integrating sustainability, education, and a passion to promote travel that contributes to a better world. February 7-9, 2024.
Banff Centre is an investment in the future of art.

Recordings & Virtual Inspiration

14 members of the Nakoda AV Club stand in a line facing the camera

Online Film Screenings

These films curated by A.J. Baptiste are no longer available to watch. (They were available June 28-28.)
Ashlee Hendy and Elizabeth Chong, Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park, Australia © Simon Carter

Banff on Demand

Learn more about watching films online with the Banff On Demand streaming platform.
Image courtesy Banff & Lake Louise Tourism, photo by Jake Dyson

Banff International String Quartet Competition (BISQC)

Watch Recordings from the 14th Banff International String Quartet Competition
Opera in the21sst Century performance 2022

Opera in the 21st Century 2022

Virtually explore a selection of contemporary opera scenes featuring performances from the 2022 cohort.
Indigenous Haute Couture Beading

Indigenous Haute Couture High Fashion Virtual Open Studios

In this online version of our Open Studios events, we highlight the work of the Indigenous Haute Couture participants.
Opera in the 21st Century Virtual Open Studios : Digital Image of Students in Zoom Call

Opera in the 21st Century Virtual Open Studios

In this online version of our Open Studios events, you are invited to meet the participants and explore the artistic research and work created in our 2020/21 Opera in the 21st Century program.
April Dean's Banff Centre Studio during her residency in 2018

Late Winter BAiR 2020 Open Studios

In this online version of our Visual Arts Open Studios events, we invite artists, art appreciators, and curious first-time viewers, to explore the artistic rese
Opera group performs on stage.

Curated Spotify Playlists

Discover curated playlists from Banff Centre residencies, programs, and competitions.
Cup of coffee on an open book in front of a fireplace.

Literary Arts Reading List

Our Director of Literary Arts, Derek Beaulieu, recommends these titles by Banff Centre faculty and friends.

Online Public Programs

H.G. Glyde with art students, 1947. Courtesy Banff Centre archives.

Natural Drawing: Basics

Participants of all artistic abilities (ages 14+) are invited to join this free beginner-level, five week drawing class for adults. Registration opens Aug 17.

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Free