The Broken Skull River ... 150 km of pure whitewater fun! Read more
Fly into the heart of Ivvavik National Park for your Arctic adventure. Relax at a comfortable base camp. Hike to Inspiration Point under the midnight sun. Experience Inuvialuit culture. Read more
The perfect Nahanni package: Gorgeous gorges. Thrilling whitewater. And thundering Virginia Falls. Read more
Our late summer and fall tours (mid-August to early October) include a short trip by float plane to the lodge. Enjoy boating, berry picking, fishing and hiking, and some of the best aurora viewing in the northern hemisphere.Stay three nights and you are almost guaranteed a glimpse of the Northern Lights, nature’s greatest light show. Read more
The two week Nahanni Classic trip is the most popular canoe expedition on the Nahanni River. The route follows the river from the old park boundary at Rabbitkettle Lake to Virginia Falls, through the spectacular canyons section to the Mackenzie Lowlands and the confluence of the Liard River. Read more
The Mountain River is our "Guides' Choice" as the best wilderness canoeing river in Canada. Read more
Get outfitted with warm clothing so you can enjoy your time outdoors - view the aurora and participate in winter activities in comfort. Read more
Yellowknife! Mackenzie River! Nahanni National Park! Aboriginal communities and genuine Aboriginal Culture! WOW!! The highlight of this tour are the people and places of the Deh Cho (Mackenzie River) region! As an 100% Aboriginal owned tour company with roots in the Deh Cho, we will show you wonders of the Deh Cho like no one else can show you! Read more
The Keele’s turquoise waters flow through the towering Mackenzie Mountains, offering spectacular mountain vistas, superb fly-fishing and wildlife viewing. Read more
Experience vibrant Aboriginal culture, travel in the wake of explorers, and journey to the heart of Nahanni National Park on this 5-day, once-in-a-lifetime adventure. Read more
If you’re looking for the complete Yellowknife Aurora experience then North Star Adventures is for you! As one of the world’s leading Aurora tour companies, we will go above and beyond to make sure your Yellowknife visit is a trip of a lifetime. We are 100% First Nation’s owned. We know Yellowknife, we know Aurora. Read more
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Celebrate springtime on the Arctic coast. Exciting events and contests include snowmobile races, log sawing, harpoon throwing, drum dancing, igloo building and square dancing.
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Rain or shine, the Yellowknife Farmers Market runs every Tuesday evening at Somba K'e Civic Plaza in front of City Hall from early June to mid-September. Bring your family and friends to enjoy a delicious dinner in the sun. Shop for... Read more
Here you will see the beauty of the Arctic come alive through photographs of this amazing part of the world. The festival will be held in Inuvik at The Midnight Sun Complex. Feel free to enter one of our contests, take part in a... Read more
Territorial holiday with events in all communities. Contact town offices for details.
Read moreA long-standing highlight of the Yellowknife summer season. Tee off under the sun at midnight. Banquets and pro workshops. Lots of prizes.
Read moreFrom its inception, the Open Sky Creative Society has held an annual summer festival in late June or early July on the flats at the confluence of the Liard and Mackenzie Rivers in Fort Simpson. This annual event hosted a series of... Read more
National holiday with events in all communities. Contact town offices and check community websites for details.
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Hosted at Trout Rock Lodge, the 24th annual Fly Fishing Derby where you can try your hand at flyfishing at one of the most beautiful locations around. Contests, flyfishing lessons, shore lunches and more.
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This annual festival features up to 80 visual artists and 40 performers from across the North who gather each summer in Inuvik to celebrate the diversity that is Canada’s Arctic. There are Inuit, Inuvialuit, Gwich’in, Dene, Metis and... Read more
Each summer the Billy Joss Open Celebrity Golf Tournament is held to raise funds for literacy programs in the North. The three-day tournament includes both day and night golfing under the 24-hour sun.
Read moreThe North's biggest music festival takes the stage at Long Lake for a weekend of fine local, national and global music, plus specialty food, arts and crafts. The 37th annual Folk on the Rocks will have City and Colour and Shad as... Read more
An opportunity to participate in one of hundreds of unique and fun events taking place at National Parks and sites from coast to coast to coast. Events take place in several NWT communities. Contact local town offices for details.
Read moreMusic festival featuring local performers, jigging contest and a cookout.
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Paddlefest includes instructional clinics, river trips, and fun, friendly competitions. There are events for kayaks, canoes, voyageur canoes, kids and adults. Paddlefest includes lots of activities for spectators – come watch the... Read more
An eco-friendly festival that brings together Old Town merchants, artists and musicians. Event highlights Old Town’s uniqueness to tourists and Yellowknifers alike. Activities for the whole family.
Read moreAnnual event held on the anniversary of the prophet Ehtseo Ayha’s birthday. Congregate in Deline to participate in discussions and workshops for spiritual, religious, and healing purposes. The event is also designed for participants to... Read more
The 6th Annual Dark Sky Festival is a celebration of the return of dark skies to our northern latitude (60°N). Festival activities take place in Fort Smith, NWT and the in world's largest Dark Sky Preserve, Wood Buffalo National Park.... Read more
Event features activities and locally grown produce.
Read moreFeaturing competitions and fun activities for the whole family.
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Celebrating its 23rd year, come visit the snow castle on Yellowknife’s Back Bay and stay for art exhibits, live music, a film festival, family events, a hockey tournament and great hot chocolate throughout the month. Open noon-5 p.m.... Read more
Weekend events including a community feast, dances, games, a hockey tournament and dogsled races. Most popular is the cabane à sucre – the sugar shack where maple syrup is poured over snow for a scrumptious winter treat.
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Ski, snowshoe or running event starts and finishes at the Yellowknife Ski Club. If follows a 50-kilometre loop onto Back Bay, Walsh Lake, Prosperous Lake and return via Hay Lake. Registration opens in February, online.
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The Annual Canadian Championship Dog Derby is held over three days on the ice of Great Slave Lake, with a 50-mile lap run each day.
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This long-weekend event is held on Great Slave Lake in Yellowknife and features the De Beers Canada Inspired Ice Carving Championships as well as a variety of entertaining, family-friendly events. From helicopter city tours to dog... Read more
2018 marks the 61st anniversary of the Muskrat Jamboree. This Friday-to-Monday festival features several skills contests, including snowshoe races, dogsledding, tea boiling and log sawing. For an authentic glimpse into life in Canada’s... Read more
A fun weekend of old time dancing, dogsled races, snowmobile races and cultural events.
Read moreThis annual event organized by the Inuvik Ski Club invites athletes to compete in six different races ranging from 150 metres to 150 kilometres.
Read moreThe annual community spring festival features dogsled races, traditional games and snowmobile races.
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