The Last Temptation is Banff's only thrift store. It is located on the corner of Wolf and Bear Street on the lower level. The store likes to support local artists and musicians by advertising for them as well as offering space for them to hang their work. There is consignment quality clothing at thrift store prices, bikes, skis, snowboards, boots, bindings, acoustic guitars, hand drums and several other musical instruments. There are also used books, games, new and used vinyl records, costumes, linen and much much more. There are hundreds of new items daily to keep the store well stocked with tons of amazing finds.
Rene Geber is the founder and manager of the Banff farmers Market. He is the man behind the idea of gathering the community and introducing them to the locally grown fresh vegetables, fruits, baked food etc.The market is located on Bear street. The farmers market serves grilled food as market meals while you are shopping. The Banff farmers Market has a long list of vendors from Uncle Bernie's all natural meats to The World Over Spice Co. The location and timing of Banff Farmers market is not fixed and changes seasonally.
Rundle United Thrift is a popular consignment store which runs for four days a week at the Rundle Memorial United Church. The store sells a wide range of pre-owned products, which have been donated by the community. From clothes, footwear, electronic and household items to unique collectibles, everything is found here.The mission of the shop is to make all the items affordable to the members of the community. Volunteers are more then welcome for any kind of help in the thrift shop.