Cranbrook Tourism

02/04/2025

Winter in Cranbrook offers the perfect opportunity to embrace the snow and try something new. Whether you’re a seasoned winter enthusiast or a total newbie, Cranbrook offers a wide range of activities for everyone to enjoy!

Discover Cranbrook’s winter adventures for beginners! Try fat biking, cross-country skiing, and downhill skiing in this welcoming, snowy destination.

01/31/2025

01/31/2025

The full daily schedule for Rock the Kootenays 2025, set for Friday, August 8 to Sunday, August 10, 2025 has been officially announced.

Friday, August 8, 2025
5:00 pm - Gates Open
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Odds
7:15 pm - 8:15 pm Streetheart
8:30 pm - 10:00 pm Honeymoon Suite

Saturday, August 9, 2025
2:30 pm - Gates Open
3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Five Man Electrical Band
5:00 pm - 6:15 pm Men Without Hats
6:40 pm - 8:00 pm The Trews
8:30 pm - 10:00 pm 54-40

Sunday, August 10, 2025
2:30 pm - Gates Open
3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Haywire
5:00 pm - 6:15 pm Saga
6:40 pm - 8:00 pm Sweet
8:30 pm -10:00 pm Colin James

Single day tickets go on sale Saturday, February 1, 2025 at 10am MT at tickets.cranbrook.ca. Tickets for Friday, August 8 are $85. Tickets for Saturday, August 9 are $105.75 and tickets for Sunday, August 10, 2025 are $95.50. The next few weeks will be the best time to buy single day tickets as early bird pricing is limited.

Please remember that when you are purchasing concert tickets online to any of our shows at Western Financial Place now and in the future, you are strongly encouraged to purchase directly from the City of Cranbrook, and not third-party resellers or websites. If any tickets are not purchased directly from us, we are not able to help you with the legitimacy of the purchase/tickets, refunds, extra fees paid, transfer or re-print of lost tickets.

For more information on Rock The Kootenays, visit www.rockthekootenays.ca.

01/29/2025

Exciting times ahead for Fort Steele Heritage Town.

Cranbrook Archives, Museum & Landmark Society (CAMAL) has been selected as the new operator of Fort Steele Heritage Town, ensuring its future

01/28/2025

Let’s talk skating. ⛸️⛸️⛸️

Here’s a roundup of the best outdoor rinks in Cranbrook and area. What’s your favourite?

🏒 🥅 Idlewild Park | 34th ave & 9th St S�Enjoy skating on the maintained reservoir while in close proximity to sledding, disc golf course, picnic shelter and fire pits.

🏒 🥅 Baker Park | 122 14th Ave S�Only 4 blocks from downtown, Baker Park is home to two outdoor ice-rinks, one for public ice-skating and the other rink for hockey. 🏒 🥅 These rinks are illuminated in the evenings until 10:00 pm.

🏒 🥅 Pop Price Park | Briar Ave NW�The newest public skating rink located by Bridge Interiors and will be illuminated in the evenings until 10:00 pm.

🏒 🥅 Wasa | Wasa School Road�The Pete Vereshagen Memorial Rink is worth the drive out of town. The facility includes proper rink boards, overhead lights for night skating, and an adjacent structure for changing into and out of skates, complete with a fire pit.

⛸️⛸️⛸️ For More: https://cranbrooktourism.com/things-to-do/winter-activities/ice-skating

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01/22/2025

Exciting to have another camping option for visitors this summer.

Booking will soon be open for the new Wycliffe Regional Park Campground.

There will be 20 unserviced seasonal campsites as part of an effort to continue to offer an exceptional recreational experience to the public, provide more local camping options, and enhance local amenities.

Booking will open at 8 AM on February 15 for the new campground, which is scheduled to open on May 15, 2025.

There will be 12 tenting or smaller trailer sites (max trailer length 18 feet), and 8 pull-through sites (max trailer length 32 feet). These sites will be open mid-May through September annually.

Fees will be $30 per site/day/camping party and the maximum stay is limited to 14 days per calendar year.

Wycliffe Regional Park has a wide range of amenities, including hiking and biking trails, picnic areas, horseshoe pits, ball fields, disc golf, and fire pits.

For more details and booking information, visit www.rdek.bc.ca/wycliffecampground

01/16/2025

There’s just something about a great burger. It’s an art form, a mouth-watering balance of flavours and textures that’s satisfying from the first bite to the last. Cranbrook’s burger scene has you covered with inventive toppings, quality ingredients, and just the right touch of adventure. Here’s a look at six must-visit burger joints in Cranbrook, each with their own unique twist that will make any burger lover’s dreams come true.

Comment on your favourite to win a gift certificate for your next burger night.

Perry's Pizza & Grill Ella's BRIXX Brewhouse Fenwick & Baker - Public HouseThe Heid Out Restaurant and BrewhouseFire Hall Kitchen & Tap

There’s just something about a great burger. It’s an art form, a mouth-watering balance of flavors and textures that’s satisfying from the first bite to the last. Cranbrook’s burger scene has you covered with inventive toppings, quality ingredients, and just the right touch of adventure. Her...

01/14/2025

It's time to talk camping. Really.

Reservations for the May 2025 long weekend open this week for many BC Parks campgrounds that accept reservations. Campsites can be reserved four months ahead of the desired arrival date.

https://bcparks.ca/

01/04/2025

Winter in Cranbrook isn’t just a season—it’s a playground of snowy possibilities. Whether you're savoring a hot meal by a crackling fire, tailgating after a day of snowshoeing, or skating under the stars, there’s no shortage of ways to gather with friends and embrace the frosty magic.

Discover winter magic in Cranbrook—skate on frozen lakes, savour warm drinks by a fire, and explore snowy trails for unforgettable adventures.

01/01/2025

Our outdoor rinks at Baker Park & Pop Price are still getting their winter makeover! We’re doing our best to make sure they are ready for your best spins, glides and faceplants, but we’re not there quite yet. On a positive note – the ice surface at Idlewild will be good to go by the end of the day! Time to lace them up!

12/13/2024

Downtown Cranbrook has so much to offer holiday shoppers.
Tell us where you have been shopping for unique gifts.

Cranbrook proves to be a holiday shopper's paradise with its diverse range of shops and boutiques.

12/11/2024

Check out the lineup for Rock the Kootenays August 2025!
It might be the Christmas gift for the classic rock lover on your list.

11 acts for ‘Rock the Kootenays 2025’ have been officially announced for the weekend concert series, set for Friday, August 8 through Sunday, August 10, 2025 in .

Acts announced in alphabetical order include: 54-40, Colin James, Five Man Electrical Band, Haywire, Honeymoon Suite, Men Without Hats, Odds, Saga, Streetheart, Sweet, and The Trews. The full weekend schedule of who is playing when, will be announced in January 2025, with daily tickets going on sale as well. All tickets are fully refundable up until January when the weekend schedule is announced. Tickets are on sale now at tickets.cranbrook.ca.

Please remember that when you are purchasing concert tickets online to any of our shows at Western Financial Place now and in the future, you are strongly encouraged to purchase directly from the City of Cranbrook, and not third-party resellers or websites. If any tickets are not purchased directly from us, we are not able to help you with the legitimacy of the purchase/ tickets, refunds, extra fees paid, transfer or re-print of lost tickets.

For more information on Rock the Kootenays, visit www.rockthekootenays.ca.

12/09/2024

We’re excited to share some big news—starting December 1, 2024, the Best Western Cranbrook Hotel will officially become the Prestige Cranbrook Hotel, BW Premier Collection!

What does this mean for you? You’ll still enjoy the trusted benefits of the Best Western brand, like earning BW Rewards Points, while also getting the unique local touch and elevated experience that *Prestige Hotels & Resorts* is known for. You’ll even have the option to choose between Prestige Rewards Points or BW Rewards Points with your stay!

We’re continuing to update our look and feel to reflect our Prestige identity while staying part of the Best Western family you know and love.

This new chapter allows us to combine the best of both worlds—global recognition and rewards with a distinctly Prestige experience. We can’t wait to welcome you to the Prestige Cranbrook Hotel soon!

Book directly with us for the best rates.

https://www.prestigehotelsandresorts.com/locations/cranbrook-hotel/overview/

12/04/2024

11/30/2024

AWESOME NEWS‼️

Thanks to Mother Nature’s early season snowfall and prime snow making conditions, we are stoked to announce that we’ll be opening for a PREVIEW WEEKEND Dec 7 & 8 🎉

Regular seven day a week operation will begin December 13th.

Check our online Snow Report and social media pages for the latest updates.

This season is shaping up to be legendary🤘See you soon!

https://skikimberley.com/conditions/snow-report/

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Kootenay Rockies-BC's Mountain Playground Tourism Kimberley Kimberley & District Chamber of Commerce Cranbrook Tourism

11/26/2024

Wow. This storm cycle has been something. Fat biking, XC skiing and snowshoeing at the South Star Trails Recreation Societyis on!

Don’t forget to purchase your membership online to support the
South Star Recreation Society. https://southstartrails.ca/join-1

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11/25/2024

Jann Arden is live in Cranbrook this week. We have two tickets to give away to her Wednesday (November 27, 7:30 PM) performance.

Entering is easy.

Tell us how you plan to enjoy this holiday season in Cranbrook. Downtown shopping, a quiet snowshoe, sledding with friends, live shows at Key City or the Community Theatre, entertaining family? Bonus entry if you include a photo with your answer. The winner will be drawn at 2PM on Tuesday, November 25.