Winter in Jasper

Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge is the perfect basecamp for any winter adventure. Watch the sun dance across the sparkling white snow that blankets Jasper National Park. Spend your day in the fresh air taking in the many sights and endless activities. Spend your nights staring up at clear, star-filled skies. Toboggan, skate, cross-country ski, and more – the possibilities are endless.

Jasper Weather in Winter (December – February):
Average Temperature: -15°C to -5°C (5°F to 23°F)
Typical Weather: Cold with frequent snowfall, ideal for winter sports

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Winter Activities

Discover local favourites – from scenic drives to secret hikes. Then, whether racking your skis, indulging in a spa treatment, or dining on award-winning cuisines, be sure to “après the day” your way in Jasper.

Spring

Spa Treatment of the Month

Each month we highlight our most mesmerizing Fairmont Spa treatments and preferred products here.

Winter

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Toboggan Park

Grab a toboggan, tube or sled, and GO! Our brand new, groomed hill is perfect for family fun. Complimentary rentals are available.

Spa & Wellness

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In-Room Sips of Wellness

Enjoy a carefully curated selection of wellness experiences from the comfort of your guest room. Focus on yoga, stretching, mindful breath, mindfulness and sleep.

Tours

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Rockies Heli Tours

See the Canadian Rockies the way they were meant to be seen and book a Rockies Heli Canada helitour or heli-adventure!

Winter

Winter Activity Centre

Visit the Winter Activity Centre for winter activity rentals!

Tours

Sundog Tours

Sundog Tours provides first class transportation, wildlife and sightseeing tours and activities throughout the Canadian Rockies and beyond.

Winter

Jasper in Janaury

Skiing! Sleigh rides! Hockey Tournaments, and more! Celebrate the lighter side of winter with glowing decorations and après options throughout town and many adventures beyond it.

Arts & Culture

Shoot Your Shot: Photography Class

Follow our esteemed photographer guide, Andrew, around the property as he teaches you the tips and tricks to capturing the picture-perfect shot of Jasper! Pick your favourite and print it out as a take home keepsake! (Photo Credit: Andrew Gayed Photography)

Year-Round

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The Planetarium

Join astronomy experts at Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge for a live virtual tour of local constellations from the world’s 2nd largest Dark Sky Preserve.

Winter

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Snowshoeing

Explore one of our many woodland trails and with a keen eye (and a little luck) you may even see some of our local wildlife!

Tours

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Rockaboo Mountain Adventures

Rockaboo is a mountain guiding tour company designed to connect people with the natural world, while exploring the marvels of the mountain landscape.

Tours

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Jasper Food Tours

Jasper Food Tours offers a variety of guided excursions that allow you to discover the wonders of Jasper and its thriving food scene.

Winter

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Fat Tire Biking

Enjoy one of Canada’s fastest growing winter sports, Fat Tire Biking.

Outdoor Adventures

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Maligne Canyon Icewalk

Explore frozen waterfalls, ice caves, and incredible ice formations down in the icy walls of Maligne Canyon.

Winter

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Skating on Lake Mildred

Lake Mildred features a 1 Km round-the-lake oval and 4 hockey rinks for pick-up games.

Winter

Cross Country Skier

Cross-Country Skiing

Our resort turns into a winter wonderland with groomed cross country ski trails tracked as snowfall permits on our golf course and Lake Mildred.

Tours

Jasper Hinton Air Helicopter Tours

Soar above the stunning Canadian Rockies and experience the breathtaking landscapes from a whole new perspective with Jasper Hinton Air Helicopter Adventures.

Year-Round

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Fairmont Spa

Welcome to a place inspired by nature’s elements. A chance to rediscover your natural rhythm and experience a greater level of reconnection. Fairmont Spa: Nourished by Nature.

Golf

A man in athletic attire stands in front of a high-tech golf simulator, gripping a golf club as he prepares to take a swing. The simulator's vibrant screen displays a realistic golf course at Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge Golf Club.

Jasper’s First Golf Simulator

You don’t have to wait until May to play! Introducing the “Bear’s Den”, Jasper’s first golf simulator.

Year-Round

Outdoor pool surrounded by mountains in the summer at Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge.

Pool & Health Club

Cool off in our 20-metre (66-foot) outdoor swimming pool and loosen up your muscles in the hot tub after a day of outdoor adventuring.

Spa & Wellness

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Aquafit

This invigorating class held in the pool improves cardiovascular conditioning, muscular strength, and endurance and gives you a fun “no sweat” workout.

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Winter Events

Celebrate your favourite holidays or sip and savour new and exciting beverages and cuisine. Winter brings unforgettable events to Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge. Join us as we toast the season with good cheer.

Christmas

A child floats around in the pool on a wreath shaped pool tube at Christmas at The Lodge at Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge.

Festive Pool Party

Spreading holiday cheer in the most unexpected way, welcome to the Festive Pool Party! Take a dip and lounge in sweet style on floating peppermints and twirl to the tunes of rockin’ Christmas carols.

Location: Jasper Park Lodge

Time: May 13th:

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Christmas

Bingo dotter on a Bingo card for Family Day Bingo at Jasper Park Lodge

BINGO-HO-HO

Challenge your family members to a timeless and classic game of B - I - N - G – O with a holiday twist.

Location: Jasper Park Lodge

Time: May 13th:

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Christmas

Bingo dotter on a Bingo card for Family Day Bingo at Jasper Park Lodge

BINGO-HO-HO

Challenge your family members to a timeless and classic game of B - I - N - G – O with a holiday twist.

Location: Jasper Park Lodge

Time: May 13th:

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Christmas

Bingo dotter on a Bingo card for Family Day Bingo at Jasper Park Lodge

BINGO-HO-HO

Challenge your family members to a timeless and classic game of B - I - N - G – O with a holiday twist.

Location: Jasper Park Lodge

Time: May 13th:

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Christmas

Small child places a piece on a checkerboard at Christmas at The Lodge at Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge.

Christmas Trivia

Test your holiday knowledge with our Christmas Themed Trivia! Gather your friends and family for a jolly quiz night filled with questions about classic carols, festive traditions, and Santa's North Pole adventures.

Location: Jasper Park Lodge

Time: May 13th:

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Jasper in January

Jasper in January: Fireworks

Following the Annual Street Party, look to the sky for a dazzling fireworks display that lights up the mountains and celebrates the festival’s grand finale.

Location: Centennial Park, Jasper Townsite

Time: May 13th:

Christmas

Bingo dotter on a Bingo card for Family Day Bingo at Jasper Park Lodge

BINGO-HO-HO

Challenge your family members to a timeless and classic game of B - I - N - G – O with a holiday twist.

Location: Jasper Park Lodge

Time: May 13th:

Book Now Learn More

Christmas

Small child places a piece on a checkerboard at Christmas at The Lodge at Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge.

Christmas Trivia

Test your holiday knowledge with our Christmas Themed Trivia! Gather your friends and family for a jolly quiz night filled with questions about classic carols, festive traditions, and Santa's North Pole adventures.

Location: Jasper Park Lodge

Time: May 13th:

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Jasper in January

Wild Aerial: Jasper Film Screening

Wild Aerial is a short documentary film that follows Jasper aerialist Sasha Galitzki on a breathtaking journey through some of Canada’s most iconic icebound landscapes.

Location: Jasper Museum, Jasper Townsite

Time: May 13th:

Christmas

Whiskey Business (18+)

Experience a sophisticated whiskey tasting as you savour a variety of rye, bourbon and scotch, thoughtfully paired with delectable culinary delights to enhance your tasting experience

Location: Jasper Park Lodge

Time: May 13th:

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Christmas

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Sparkle n’ Pop! (18+)

Celebrate the holidays and watch the bubbles dance in your glass as you sample a selection of sparkling wines, perfectly complemented by an array of delectable food pairings to delight your senses.

Location: Jasper Park Lodge

Time: May 13th:

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Jasper in January

Jasper in January: Street Party

This family-friendly event comes alive on Patricia Street with live music, a DJ, retro ski costume contest, s’mores lounge, ice bar, street performers, local market stalls and food vendors.

Location: Patricia Street, Jasper Townsite

Time: May 13th:

Christmas

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Merry Beers-mas (18+)

Discover the essence of craft beer and enjoy a tasting that features an array of locally brewed favourites, each artfully paired with a selection of charcuterie bites to create a unique profile of flavours.

Location: Jasper Park Lodge

Time: May 13th:

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Christmas

Stocking Decorating

Decorate your very own Christmas stocking. Once all of the merry masterpieces are created, our elves will whisk them away to be filled with treats!

Location:

Time: May 13th:

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Christmas

A child floats around in the pool on a wreath shaped pool tube at Christmas at The Lodge at Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge.

Festive Pool Party

Spreading holiday cheer in the most unexpected way, welcome to the Festive Pool Party! Take a dip and lounge in sweet style on floating peppermints and twirl to the tunes of rockin’ Christmas carols.

Location: Jasper Park Lodge

Time: May 13th:

Book Now Learn More

Holidays

New Year’s Eve Dinner

Join us for our New Year’s Eve dinner buffet, a feast of exquisite flavours and lavish delights.

Location: Beauvert Ballroom

Time: May 13th:

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Christmas

Bingo dotter on a Bingo card for Family Day Bingo at Jasper Park Lodge

BINGO-HO-HO

Challenge your family members to a timeless and classic game of B - I - N - G – O with a holiday twist.

Location: Jasper Park Lodge

Time: May 13th:

Book Now Learn More

Christmas

two glasses of champagne toasting

Sparkle n’ Pop! (18+)

Celebrate the holidays and watch the bubbles dance in your glass as you sample a selection of sparkling wines, perfectly complemented by an array of delectable food pairings to delight your senses.

Location: Jasper Park Lodge

Time: May 13th:

Book Now Learn More

Christmas

Bingo dotter on a Bingo card for Family Day Bingo at Jasper Park Lodge

BINGO-HO-HO

Challenge your family members to a timeless and classic game of B - I - N - G – O with a holiday twist.

Location: Jasper Park Lodge

Time: May 13th:

Book Now Learn More

Christmas

Two brothers drink cocoa and make snowmen with marshmallows and crispy sticks at Family Arts and Crafts at Jasper Park Lodge

Food Craft

We’ll bring the sweets, supplies and more, all you have to bring is your creative chef's hat to decorate delicious Christmas take-home treats!

Location:

Time: May 13th:

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Christmas

A child floats around in the pool on a wreath shaped pool tube at Christmas at The Lodge at Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge.

Festive Pool Party

Spreading holiday cheer in the most unexpected way, welcome to the Festive Pool Party! Take a dip and lounge in sweet style on floating peppermints and twirl to the tunes of rockin’ Christmas carols.

Location: Jasper Park Lodge

Time: May 13th:

Book Now Learn More

Christmas

Small child places a piece on a checkerboard at Christmas at The Lodge at Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge.

Christmas Trivia

Test your holiday knowledge with our Christmas Themed Trivia! Gather your friends and family for a jolly quiz night filled with questions about classic carols, festive traditions, and Santa's North Pole adventures.

Location: Jasper Park Lodge

Time: May 13th:

Book Now Learn More

Christmas

Whiskey Business (18+)

Experience a sophisticated whiskey tasting as you savour a variety of rye, bourbon and scotch, thoughtfully paired with delectable culinary delights to enhance your tasting experience

Location: Jasper Park Lodge

Time: May 13th:

Book Now Learn More

Christmas

two glasses of champagne toasting

Sparkle n’ Pop! (18+)

Celebrate the holidays and watch the bubbles dance in your glass as you sample a selection of sparkling wines, perfectly complemented by an array of delectable food pairings to delight your senses.

Location: Jasper Park Lodge

Time: May 13th:

Book Now Learn More

Christmas

two glasses of champagne toasting

Sparkle n’ Pop! (18+)

Celebrate the holidays and watch the bubbles dance in your glass as you sample a selection of sparkling wines, perfectly complemented by an array of delectable food pairings to delight your senses.

Location: Jasper Park Lodge

Time: May 13th:

Book Now Learn More

Christmas

A child floats around in the pool on a wreath shaped pool tube at Christmas at The Lodge at Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge.

Festive Pool Party

Spreading holiday cheer in the most unexpected way, welcome to the Festive Pool Party! Take a dip and lounge in sweet style on floating peppermints and twirl to the tunes of rockin’ Christmas carols.

Location: Jasper Park Lodge

Time: May 13th:

Book Now Learn More

Holidays

New Year’s Day Brunch

Start the year off right with a celebratory New Year’s Day brunch! Gather with friends and family to enjoy a delicious spread of seasonal dishes, refreshing drinks, and cozy ambiance.

Location: Beauvert Ballroom

Time: May 13th:

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Christmas

Small child places a piece on a checkerboard at Christmas at The Lodge at Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge.

Christmas Trivia

Test your holiday knowledge with our Christmas Themed Trivia! Gather your friends and family for a jolly quiz night filled with questions about classic carols, festive traditions, and Santa's North Pole adventures.

Location: Jasper Park Lodge

Time: May 13th:

Book Now Learn More

Christmas

Bingo dotter on a Bingo card for Family Day Bingo at Jasper Park Lodge

BINGO-HO-HO

Challenge your family members to a timeless and classic game of B - I - N - G – O with a holiday twist.

Location: Jasper Park Lodge

Time: May 13th:

Book Now Learn More

Christmas

Small child places a piece on a checkerboard at Christmas at The Lodge at Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge.

Christmas Trivia

Test your holiday knowledge with our Christmas Themed Trivia! Gather your friends and family for a jolly quiz night filled with questions about classic carols, festive traditions, and Santa's North Pole adventures.

Location: Jasper Park Lodge

Time: May 13th:

Book Now Learn More

Christmas

Small child places a piece on a checkerboard at Christmas at The Lodge at Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge.

Christmas Trivia

Test your holiday knowledge with our Christmas Themed Trivia! Gather your friends and family for a jolly quiz night filled with questions about classic carols, festive traditions, and Santa's North Pole adventures.

Location: Jasper Park Lodge

Time: May 13th:

Book Now Learn More

Christmas

Small child places a piece on a checkerboard at Christmas at The Lodge at Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge.

Christmas Trivia

Test your holiday knowledge with our Christmas Themed Trivia! Gather your friends and family for a jolly quiz night filled with questions about classic carols, festive traditions, and Santa's North Pole adventures.

Location: Jasper Park Lodge

Time: May 13th:

Book Now Learn More

Christmas

Whiskey Business (18+)

Experience a sophisticated whiskey tasting as you savour a variety of rye, bourbon and scotch, thoughtfully paired with delectable culinary delights to enhance your tasting experience

Location: Jasper Park Lodge

Time: May 13th:

Book Now Learn More

two couple eating and dining by fireplace

Winter Offers

Take your time and experience everything the mountains have to offer. Enjoy special offers this winter and escape to Jasper for a mid-week getaway, rejuvenating spa session, or family ski vacation.

Winter Blogs

Let us help you dream up your next mountain vacation. Explore our ideal itineraries for spending time in our winter wonderland or putting together the perfect winter couple’s getaway. This is the escape you’ve been waiting for in Jasper.

Celebrate

The Coolest Season to Visit Jasper

Wine & Dine

Beyond the Slopes: Après Awaits

Things to Do

Chill Now, Summer Later in Jasper

Planning Tips

family sitting at a fire roasting marshmallows

Creating Family Memories: Activities for Your Itinerary

Health & Wellness

Finding the Balance in Wellness

Planning Tips

Spend Less Time Planning, and More Time Memory Making

Celebrate

Orchestra setting lit up in red lights while stars above are in the night sky at Jasper Park Lodge's Symphony Under the Stars

Light Up the Night

Celebrate

Christmas in the Rockies

Planning Tips

Skiing In Jasper National Park

Planning Tips

Plan the Perfect Winter Getaway to Jasper

Wine & Dine

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Christmas in November

Planning Tips

Rose on white sheets

The 8 Grand Romantic Things To Do At Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge

Planning Tips

A True North Canada Jasper Winter Experience

Planning Tips

Jasper Park Lodge across Lac Beauvert in winter

5 Magical Days in a Jasper Winter Wonderland

Planning Tips

Jasper Winter Couple Getaways At Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge

Insider Tips

Athabasca Falls

Jasper Top 5 Things To See

Explore Every Season

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Spring

As the weather warms, melt away into the blissful silence of the mountains with only the birds chirping. Choose Jasper National Park for your spring adventure.Welcome to your summer wilderness retreat, complete with rolling green grounds, clear alpine air, and glittering blue lakes.

Discover Spring

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Summer

Welcome to your summer wilderness retreat, complete with rolling green grounds, clear alpine air, and glittering blue lakes.

Discover Summer

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Fall

Pack up the cozy sweaters and hit the road. The perfect fall getaway awaits. You’ll fall in love with Jasper in the autumn.