A century on the slopes deserves a celebration to match. We’re hosting a Day of Nostalgia at Norquay on March 28^th, 2026 to commemorate the centennial in style.  This will be an experience steeped in history, community, and mountain magic.

Here’s your guide to celebrate Norquay’s 100th:

Guided Mountain Tours: meet in front of Snow School Explore Norquay through the eyes of a local legends

• 9 AM w/ Marty Von Neudegg, born & raised Banffite, Norquay has been his playground his whole life
• 10 AM w/ Scott Holland, brought the thrill of ski racing to the young at heart at Norquay through the Rut Runners
• 11 AM w/ Ken Read, member of the Crazy Canucks & first non-European to win a World Cup Downhill
• 12 PM w/ Ray Seguin, coach most of his life from club to National Ski Team to Rut Runners at Norquay

Fireside Chats in Kika’s: don’t miss these cozy small group chats about everything Norquay

• 11 AM Adam & Jan Waterous, on Norquay’s future & proposed gondola
• 1 PM Mighty Quay Q & A

Live Music:

• 11 PM – 2 PM Lone Pine | Andrew Staygold
• 12 PM – 3 PM Lower Patio | DJ Tenax
• 3 PM – 6 PM Lone Pine | Bob Hughes

Mighty Quay Showings: a cinematic journey through Mount Norquay’s 100-year transformation from Banff’s first ski hill to a multi-season destination, celebrating resilience, community, and the legacy of mountain culture | 32 minutes

• 10 AM & 12 PM Free | Kika’s

Après All Day: on Norquay’s deck with burgers, brats & beverages

• Outdoor BBQ 11 AM – 3 PM
• Banff Ave Brewing Co. Patio Takeover all day Try new & classic beers including the Norquay 100 Kölsch
• Free Tasting Sessions local breweries & distilleries
  • 10 – 12 PM Black Stallion Spirits
  • 12 – 2 PM Big Rock Brewing
  • 12 – 2 PM Wild Life Distillery
  • 1:30 – 3:30 PM Best of Kin
  • 2 – 4 PM Fernie Brewing
  • 2 – 4 PM Banded Peak Brewing

All Day Activities:

• Sightseeing: North American Chair Ride Norquay’s iconic “Big Chair” for only $10 per ride or FREE with season pass or lift ticket
• Fireside S’mores: S’mores & beverage sampling sponsored by By Hendo
• Walk Down Memory Lane: Explore Norquay memorabilia from archives & fan submissions | Lone Pine
• Photo Booth: Snap a photo & sit on the first chairlift in Banff, the iconic single seater, current chair & soon-to-come gondola
• 58th Bruno Engler race: Canada’s longest running ski race!
  • 12 PM Registration opens | Lower Lodge
  • 1:30 PM Race starts
  • 4 PM Awards & Reception

CSP Reunion & Celebration:

• Kika’s | 2:30 PM Celebrate the Canadian Ski Patrol and all their hard work!

Closing Reception:

• Lone Pine | 4:30 PM – 6 PM