‘Tis the Season in Cranbrook: Your November & December Event Guide

Snow dusts the mountains, downtown lights twinkle, and Cranbrook’s calendar fills with concerts, markets, parades, and family fun. From late-night shopping and symphony nights to the iconic Santa Claus Parade and the CPKC Holiday Train, there’s something cozy (and a little sparkly) almost every night. Here’s your handpicked guide to the biggest and most festive events this November and December—each with a quick link to learn more and grab tickets.

November Highlights

• Downtown Cranbrook Shopping Night
  Fri, Nov 28 · 5:00–9:00 PM — Late-night deals, treats, and festive fun downtown.
  Event details
• Symphony of the Kootenays: Winter’s Spell
  Sat, Nov 29 · 7:30 PM · Key City Theatre — Nutcracker magic with live symphony and ballet.
  Event details
• Holiday Winter Market
  Sat–Sun, Nov 29–30 · Western Financial Place — 150+ handmade/local vendors, food & music.
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• JCI Kootenay’s Cranbrook Santa Claus Parade
  Sat, Nov 29 · 5:30 PM · Downtown Cranbrook — The beloved parade returns!
  Parade info

December Highlights

• Terri Clark & Paul Brandt — Homecoming 2.0 Tour
  Mon, Dec 1 · 7:30 PM · Key City Theatre — Acoustic hits and stories with two Canadian country greats.
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• Christmas Market — Cranbrook Public Library
  Sat, Dec 6 — Shop local artisan gifts at the Library (free entry).
  Market info
• CPKC Holiday Train (with Barenaked Ladies)
  Sun, Dec 14 · 9:00–9:30 PM · CPKC Cranbrook Station (arrives ~8:45 PM).
  Event details
• Oliver! — New Year’s Eve Gala
  Wed, Dec 31 · Key City Theatre — Ring in 2026 with a classic musical and community celebration.
  Show info

Looking for more? New listings pop up all the time—see the full calendar here: cranbrooktourism.com/events/calendar.