This event ended on March 30, 2025. Stay tuned for next year's dates!
After the sun sets, Nightrise brings the Banff Gondola’s summit building to life in unexpected ways. Explore four multi-sensory art installations and discover your own connection to the mountaintop.
Nightrise at the Banff Gondola has concluded its final season. Created in collaboration with Moment Factory and the Stoney Nakoda Nation, the experience honoured the magic of sacred mountains — a place of gathering since time immemorial for many, including for the Stoney Nakoda People (Îyârhe Îethka).
Visit the Banff Gondola website for information on current and upcoming experiences at the summit of Sulphur Mountain.
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The Banff Gondola is located at the base of Sulphur Mountain at the end of Mountain Avenue in Banff, Alberta in the heart of the Canadian Rockies.
Roam Transit local route #1 The Banff Gondola is serviced year-round by Bow Valley Roam Public Transit. Buses run regularly, with stops along Banff Avenue. Visit the Roam Transit website for information at roamtransit.com.
Driving directions From Banff Ave, travel south to the end, turn left after the bridge onto Spray Ave. Stay right onto Mountain Ave and follow that to the end where you will find the Banff Gondola parking lot. Please note parking at the Banff Gondola is very limited.
When you go
Head on over to the Banff Gondola website to see all of the options for your visit, including dining options, events and more.
