Made with Love Banff food, cocktail festival returns in 2024 [Video]

More than 20 bars, restaurants and distilleries in Banff will be participating in the mountain town’s 2024 ‘Made with Love’ food and cocktail festival.

Presented in partnership with Banff and Lake Louise Tourism, the event runs for 16 days from April 19 to May 4.

Throughout the festival, participating venues create food and drink pairings to showcase local ingredients.

Kicking things off on April 19 and 20 is the festival’s Bear Street celebration, an outdoor event with 20 tasting stations, live entertainment and music.

Guests will tour various stations and purchase coupons to enjoy food and cocktails from participating local bars and restaurants.

There’s also a cocktail mixing competition showcasing Banff’s top bartenders.

The festival was first held last year, and officials say it was highly successful.

“We’re thrilled to be back for our second year, and can’t wait to make this festival — with all of the amazing food and drink pairings, outdoor festival on Bear Street, …