Golden! Wondering what’s been happening up at the Edelweiss Village + Resort lately? Come see for yourself at the inaugural Guide Days Folkfest this fall, coming up on October 18th and 19th!
This community-based event is all about reconnecting locals with the historic Edelweiss Village, which has recently undergone major renovations.
It’s also a chance to learn about the legendary Swiss mountain guides who helped shape our region — and, most importantly, to have a great time doing it!
Enjoy a weekend packed with live music from local musicians, alphorn and yodelling performances, authentic Swiss food by Valbella Gourmet Foods from Canmore, and a beer garden serving up cold beverages. Families will love the giant bouncy castle, face painting, games, and ice cream treats!
The full schedule and tickets are now available! General admission is FREE for all ages and includes access to tons of family-friendly fun.
Want to elevate your experience? Don’t miss the traditional pig roast dinner happening on Saturday night, followed by a live music show featuring The Frontiers with special guest Curtis Butala.
“The community’s response so far has been amazing. A big thank-you to our sponsors, who’ve provided the foundation to make this local event possible. We can’t wait to welcome and entertain the Golden community this fall!” says Monika Yaxley, Guide Days Co-Founder.
Guide Days Folkfest Schedule – Saturday, October 18
11:00 am: Gates open!
11:00 am – 3:00 pm: Guided Tours of Swiss Village
11:00 am – 5:00 pm: Family Fun Zone with bouncy castle, face painting, ice cream, popcorn, cotton candy and games
11:00 am – 5:00 pm: Beer Garden with authentic Swiss food by Valbella Gourmet Foods and a full-service bar featuring Guide Days signature Whitetooth Brewing Co. beer, cocktails, wine, and mimosas
2:00 pm: Swiss Alphorn Performance
2:30 pm: Swiss Yodel Club Heimattreu Performance and Contest
3:00 pm: Swiss Folk Dance Club Alpenrösli Performance
4:00 pm – 5:00 pm: Guide Story Telling – Special Guest Appearance
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm (ticket required): Traditional Pig Roast Dinner by Valbella Gourmet Foods and Andi Schoeni Bread with live music featuring Jimmy Cretney and special guest Grey Wilson
8:00 pm – 11:00 pm (ticket required): Live music with the Frontiers and special guest Curtis Butala
11:00 pm: Gates Close, last shuttle bus to town
Sunday, October 19
11:00 am: Gates Open!
11:00 am – 3:00 pm: Guided Tours of Village & Chalet
11:00 am – 5:00 pm: Family Fun Zone with bouncy castle, face painting, ice cream, popcorn, cotton candy and games
11:00 am – 5:00 pm: Beer Garden with authentic Swiss food by Valbella Gourmet Foods and a full-service bar featuring Guide Days signature Whitetooth Brewing Co. beer, cocktails, wine, and mimosas
11:30 am: Swiss Alphorn Performance
12:00 pm: Swiss Folk Dance Club Alpenrösli Performance
12:30 pm: Swiss Yodel Club Heimattreu Performance and Contest
2:00 pm – 3:00 pm: Live music with The Long Gone Lonesomes
4:00 pm – 5:00 pm: Live music with Nathan Turner and Band
5:00 pm: Gates Close, last shuttle bus to town
Ticket Types
General Admission: Free
Swiss Meal in Beer Garden: $25, enjoy an authentic Swiss meal crafted by Valbella Gourmet Foods
Saturday Night Pig Roast Dinner: $80/person, includes dinner, two drink tickets and dessert
Live music with The Frontiers & Curtis Butala: $10
Guided Tour of Swiss Village: By Donation
We will have a free shuttle service running all day, both days, departing from the CP parking lot on the hour and on the half hour from Edelweiss Village + Resort.
Follow Guide Days on Facebook (Guide Days Folkfest), Instagram (@ guidedaysfolkfest), or visit edelweissvillage.ca/guide-days for all the details and to purchase tickets.
