Experience the ultimate maker's getaway at the Winter in the Rockies Retreat in Canmore, Alberta, hosted by Knit Social and The Grocery Girls at The Malcolm Hotel from February 5-8, 2026.
Enjoy stunning mountain views and upscale accommodations while enjoying workshops by Aleks Byrd and The Grocery Girls. Whether you're a seasoned crafter or a beginner, connect with like-minded enthusiasts, share stories and laughs, and enhance your skills. Join us for an incredible retreat of relaxation, creativity, and connection in the heart of the Canadian Rockies.
You will have a choice from two accommodation types:
Shared Double Queen Room
Private King Room
All meals are included, from Thursday night dinner until Sunday breakfast.
All dietary restrictions and food allergies can be accommodated for.
We will have private dining rooms for our retreat guests only.
All retreat fees include:
Social events each evening (Thursday, Friday, Saturday)
Roosimine: Estonian Inlay Knitting workshop with Aleks Byrd
Drab to Fab: Embellish Your Knits workshop with The Grocery Girls
Exclusive Marketplace
Swag bag and prizes!
PLEASE PLAN FOR COLD WEATHER.
Temperatures in Canmore for February are typically -10° to 1° Celsius (14° to 33° Fahrenheit).
You will need a warm winter coat and boots, preferably waterproof. Waterproof or wool gloves/mitts, toque and scarf are also recommended.
And of course, some gorgeous hand knits/crochets to show off!
We will have a Show and Tell evening if you would like to bring something handmade with a story.
Regardless of cancellation date, you will receive a full refund if we can fill your spot from a waiting list.
If we cannot fill your spot from a waiting list, the cancellation policy is as follows:
Cancellation up to and including January 3: refund less 25%
January 4-January 18: refund less 50%
January 19-Feb 5: no refund
There will be a cash bar available
No transportation is included. The closest airport is Calgary International YYC, approx. 90 mins from The Malcolm Hotel. Vivo Green and Banff Airporter offer routine shuttle service to Canmore.
You have the option to add on a Thursday Feb 5 day trip to Banff Hot Springs and High Tea at the Fairmont Banff Springs
Please contact The Malcolm directly to book pre or post retreat nights
The retreat will officially start with a meet and greet at 6pm in the Edinburgh Castle Ballroom, followed by dinner and an evening event.
Friday and Saturday will be full of workshops, free time, our exclusive marketplace, and fun social evening events! All meals are included, and will be in a private dining room for our guests only.
Our retreat will finish off at 11am, when guests will be checking out of their rooms after 8am breakfast.
