Mt. Norquay Banff, AB Opens Saturday | Earliest in Their History, First Canadian Resort Open

Mt. Norquay Banff announced via their social media yesterday that they will open for the 20/21 season this Saturday, October 24th.

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The date will mark two significant milestones; the earliest the resort has EVER opened in their 95-year history, and they will be the first resort in Canada to open for the season. Last season they opened on November 1st.

Regions of Alberta and British Columbia have received up to two feet of snow the last few days as winter arrived with a bang, and with the potential for a few more inches before Saturday, the opening day should be a day to remember.

WE’RE KICKING OFF THE SEASON WITH OUR

EARLIEST OPEN DATE .. EVER!!

Ski days are here! We just confirmed it: we’re opening up the mountain this SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24 – the earliest season kick-off in our 95 year history! Oh, and we’ll also be the first ski resort in Canada to open for the 2020-2021 season!

The snow came early, so we got ready early! Thanks to all the snowfall and chilly temps we’ve seen lately, we’ve been busy enhancing the natural conditions with lots of snow-making to get ready for the big day.

And now, it’s almost time to get out on the mountain!!

For opening day, Cascade Chair, Cascade Lodge, and Sundance Carpet (for our beginners and small skiers / boarders) will all be accessible! Spirit, Mystic Express, & North American Chair – and the tube park – will follow just as soon as winter conditions allow.

SO, WHAT DO YOU NEED TO KNOW BEFORE HEADING OUT TO NORQUAY THIS WEEKEND?

— Opening date is confirmed as Saturday, October 24!

— We’ll be open 7 days a week, 9am-4pm!

— All skiers and boarders will be required to pre-purchase tickets

— There’s still chance to SAVE on Norquay SEASON PASSES!

— We have a robust COVID-19 operating plan in place, developed in consultation with our local health authorities and working from official guidelines, to keep everyone as safe as possible

Mt. Norquay is a mountain and ski resort in Banff National Park, Canada, that lies directly northwest of the Town of Banff. The regular ski season starts early December and ends mid-April. Mount Norquay is one of three major ski resorts located in the Banff National Park.