Indigenous Marketplace

In collaboration with Indigenous Tourism Alberta, Fairmont Banff Springs will be hosting a vibrant market day on June 1st. The day will feature live music, unique crafting sessions for guests, and opportunities to celebrate and support local Indigenous artisans.

Featured: The melodic storytelling of Ashley Ghostkeeper, Native Diva Creations, Mother Earth Essentials, Mackenzie Brown and more.

All welcome – this event is open to the public.

Full Schedule of Events:

11AM-6PM Indigenous Marketplace Opening Hours

Explore authentic creations by local Indigenous artisans, with unique mediums ranging from traditional crafts to fashion design and contemporary arts.

11AM-6PM Mini Hrpa Interpretive Cultural Display

Mini Hrpa Indigenous cultural center hosts an interpretive historic display with discussions led by Îyarhe Stoney Nakoda.

11:00AM Official Welcome

Join us in Mt Stephen Hall to start the day with a welcome led by Îyarhe Stoney Nakoda Elders.

11:30AM Ashley Ghostkeeper | Acoustic Set

Alberta’s Ashley Ghostkeeper is a Métis-Cree artist who is deeply connected to music and storytelling. Already garnering three #1 hits on the Canadian Top Indigenous Music Countdown, Ashley’s power-filled voice and passion is not to be missed.

12-12:45PM Bath Salt Workshop | Mother Earth Essentials

Join Mother Earth’s Carrie Armstrong in a creative session where you’ll learn how to make your own bath salts

(Walk-in Session – Places Limited) 

1-1:30PM Children’s Book Reading | Momma Moon Journeys

Join Judy Everson, an Indigenous storyteller and author, for an intimate reading of her children’s book – Northern Lights Starry Night Dancer.

2-2:45PM Tea Blending Workshop | Mother Earth Essentials

Join Mother Earth’s Carrie Armstrong in a creative session where you’ll create your own personal tea blend

(Walk-in Session – Places Limited)

3PM Ashley Ghostkeeper | Acoustic Set

Alberta’s Ashley Ghostkeeper is a Métis-Cree artist who is deeply connected to music and storytelling. Already garnering three #1 hits on the Canadian Top Indigenous Music Countdown, Ashley’s power-filled voice and passion is not to be missed.

3:30-6PM Dream Catcher Workshop | Iska Dreams

Each session begins with a traditional teaching about the legend of the dreamcatcher, its cultural significance, and the meanings behind the different colours offered in the kits. Participants will receive a dreamcatcher kit that includes everything needed to complete their own creation, along with an instructional booklet and hands-on guidance. Recommended for ages 12+

(Walk-in Session – Places Limited)