Special Events & Social Spaces

Special Events & Social Spaces

We are getting ready to welcome you to the 45th Anniversary edition of the Banff World Media Festival! As always, we have an exciting lineup of all-delegate opportunities to grow your network, forge partnerships and meet new people in the industry.

Let’s celebrate BANFF’s 45th!

Opening night reception in the Riverview Lounge and the Outdoor Terrace / Chill Lounge (weather permitting)

Alberta Screen Industries Mix & Mingle

Join the Alberta Film and Television industry to make connections! Alberta creators, regional film commissions and key industry partners will gather to celebrate the growth and development of the industry in Alberta.

In partnership with:

Rockies Gala Lionsgate Canada Cocktail Reception

Red Carpet, cocktails and canapés! Enjoy this celebratory mix-and-mingle in anticipation of BANFF’s signature Rockies Gala.

In partnership with:

2024 Rockies Gala

Red Carpet, cocktails and canapés! Enjoy this celebratory mix-and-mingle in anticipation of BANFF’s signature Rockies Gala.

Meet the distinguished 2024 Rockies Gala recipients.

Post-Gala Video Dance Party

Keep the celebrations going after the Rockies Gala with food, drinks, and dancing the night away!

In partnership with:

Rockie Awards International Program Competition

Join us for cocktails and snacks to meet and celebrate this year’s nominees representing the best in global content. Winners from around the world will then be revealed during the live show, also live-streamed on YouTube.

Screen clips from all nominated shows here.

Soundtrack Showcase: Live in Downtown Banff!

Join us for LIVE performances by amazing Alberta artists Shaela Miller, Kyle McKearney, Kuzi Cee and a special Rockies Gala performance by Nuela Charles!"

Places to connect, meet, or recharge

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Crave Delegate Lounge
Riverview

Monday & Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Craving some afternoon snacks - drop by for salty & sweet snacks to get a midday boost.

Meeting Lounges, Tables & Exhibitor Spaces
Alberta / New Brunswick Ballroom

Monday & Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 11:30 AM

NEW THIS YEAR! LUNCH KIOSK in Mount Stephen Hall

Outdoor Chill Zone
Open all hours

Adirondack chairs, fire pits and a view that can’t be beat.

Life changing. What I learned and who I met in such a short period of time was Amazing.
- Joy Haskell, Writer/Director/Producer
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