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- Friday, December 8, 2023 • Recurring Events

Magical Christmas Party at Fernie Aquatic Centre

Friday • December 8, 2023
Games, music and treats for a jolly good time at the Fernie Aquatic Centre.

- Saturday, December 9, 2023 • Recurring Events

- Sunday, December 10, 2023 • Recurring Events

Kentucky Eileen Yuletide Show at The Arts Station

Sunday • December 10, 2023
3:00 pm
A lively BC bluegrass band has festive cheer to share! Family-friendly afternoon show. $17 youth/$22 adult.

- Monday, December 11, 2023 • Recurring Events

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CPKC Rail Holiday Train in Fernie

Tuesday • December 12, 2023
4:45 pm - 5:30 pm
An annual tradition the whole family will love. Bring cash or dry food donations! Free performance from Tyler Shaw and Keisza!

- Wednesday, December 13, 2023 • Recurring Events

Jon Burden at Bramasole

Wednesday • December 13, 2023
8:00 pm
Live music to enjoy over cocktails, wine or dinner. Enjoy the intimate space and great entertainment every Wednesday all winter.

- Thursday, December 14, 2023 • Recurring Events

- Friday, December 15, 2023 • Recurring Events

Fernie Community Choir Christmas Concert

Friday • December 15, 2023
7:00 pm
Classical, modern and world music seasonal pieces. $10 at the door.

Ugly Sweater Party at Park Place Lodge

Friday • December 15, 2023
Funtimes and friendly faces for the festive season. No cover.

- Saturday, December 16, 2023 • Recurring Events

Community Holiday Party at Fernie Heritage Library

Saturday • December 16, 2023
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
A free, family-oriented party celebrating the festive season. Treats and activities for all ages. All welcome.

Stocking Stuffers Craft Fair

Saturday • December 16, 2023
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Get in your last-minute shopping at the last craft fair before Christmas!

Shred Kelly at the Northern

Saturday • December 16, 2023
10:00 pm
Your last chance to see Shred Kelly in Fernie this year on the Snowing Sideways Tour. Tickets $25

- Sunday, December 17, 2023 • Recurring Events

21st Annual Pancake Breakfast with Santa

Sunday • December 17, 2023
9:00 am - 12:30 pm
Bring the family for a fabulous breakfast and photos with Santa at the Park Place Lodge.

Electric Blanket at the Northern

Sunday • December 17, 2023
Fun times and punk sounds at the Northern with a rad little local band.

Orphan Christmas Party at Knox on 2nd

Sunday • December 17, 2023
5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Alone in Fernie this festive season? Come and enjoy a fabulous Christmas dinner with live music and new friends!

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Holiday Horse Drawn Sleigh Rides at Fernie Alpine Resort

December 22 thru January 5, 2024
Enjoy magical mountain views from the comfort of a traditional horse-drawn sleigh!

Griz Kidz Family Holiday Activities at Fernie Alpine Resort

December 22 thru January 7, 2024
Fernie Alpine Resort will be a buzz of activity over the holiday with a schedule of fun activities for kids aged 6-12!

Film Screening at the Arts Station - People Like Us

Friday • December 22, 2023
7:00 pm
Exploring the implications of being a gay man in Revelstoke, BC, while seeking to frame a larger picture of queer life in a mountain small-town. $10

- Saturday, December 23, 2023 • Recurring Events

Ski & Photos with Santa at Fernie Alpine Resort

December 23 thru December 24, 2023
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Ski with Santa! Free family photos with Santa at Fernie Alpine Resort! Dec 23 & 24.

Tentative First Day of Grooming - Coal Creek Snowmobile Trails

Saturday • December 23, 2023
Tentative start date for trail grooming on the Coal Creek / Morrissey trail system. Weather and conditions dependent.

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Tim Ketchum at Bramasole

Wednesday • December 27, 2023
8:00 pm
Live music to enjoy over cocktails, wine or dinner. Enjoy the intimate space and great entertainment every Wednesday all winter.

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- Saturday, December 30, 2023 • Recurring Events

Bob Arnott Memorial Family Snowmobile Ride & BBQ

Saturday • December 30, 2023
10:00 am - 6:30 pm
Join the members of the FSA for an annual get-together and BBQ at the Rolling Hills. All welcome.

Fernie Ghostriders Hockey Game

Saturday • December 30, 2023
7:00 pm
See Fernie's Ice Hockey stars in a home game at the Fernie Memorial Arena. Dinner & Game Ticket specials from Park Place Lodge & Kodiak Lounge.

Jesse Pleissis at Elk View Lodge

Saturday • December 30, 2023
7:00 pm
A very special performance by renowned pianist, Jesse Pleissis on the Elk View Lodge Grand Piano. SOLD OUT

- Sunday, December 31, 2023 • Recurring Events

New Year's Eve Dinner at Cirque Restaurant

Sunday • December 31, 2023
Ring in the New Year in style with a sumptuous dinner on-mountain at Lizard Creek Lodge.

New Year's Eve Family Event & Fireworks at Fernie Alpine Resort

Sunday • December 31, 2023
4:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Celebrate with family on the slopes! Lots of fun and activities for all to enjoy. Night skiing, family activities and fireworks at 9pm.

NYE Party at the Pub Bar and Grill at Park Place Lodge

Sunday • December 31, 2023
Celebrate the new year with Goldschlager specials, a festive roast dinner and a champagne toast at midnight.

NYE at the Northern

Sunday • December 31, 2023
10:00 pm
Fun times for the New Year with DJ Cona! Tickets $25

New Year's Eve Party at Kodiak Lounge

Sunday • December 31, 2023
8:00 pm
Good times with the most international crowd in Fernie!

- Monday, January 1, 2024 • Recurring Events

Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour at The Vogue Theatre

January 1 thru January 2, 2024
7:00 pm
The best in International mountain films - 4 screenings over 2 nights!

- Tuesday, January 2, 2024 • Recurring Events

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Sami Valavaara at Bramasole

Wednesday • January 3, 2024
8:00 pm
Live music to enjoy over cocktails, wine or dinner. Enjoy the intimate space and great entertainment every Wednesday all winter.

- Thursday, January 4, 2024 • Recurring Events

Live Music at The Arts Station: Spotlight

Thursday • January 4, 2024
A NEW event series on the first Thursday of every month featuring a lineup of local talent!

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Kinky Rail Jam Series Event #1 at Fernie Alpine Resort

Sunday • January 14, 2024
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Watch skiers and snowboarders sliding with style in the Resort Rail Park.

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Avalanche Awareness Days

January 20 thru January 21, 2024
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Learn about avalanche safety and terrain with Avalanche Canada and Fernie Pro Patrol, and see the CARDA dogs in action!

Tyson Ray Borsboom at Kodiak Lounge

Saturday • January 20, 2024
9:00 pm
Live music at the Kodiak Lounge - original country, indie folk and rock vibes plus popular covers.

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16th Annual Reel Canadian Film Festival

January 26 thru January 28, 2024
Celebrating the best of Canadian Cinema with feature, documentary, and short films, plus special guests and receptions.

Fernie Ghostriders Hockey Game

Friday • January 26, 2024
7:00 pm
See Fernie's Ice Hockey stars in a home game at the Fernie Memorial Arena. Dinner & Game Ticket specials from Park Place Lodge & Kodiak Lounge.

- Saturday, January 27, 2024 • Recurring Events

Live Music: Home Routes presents Pat Byrne

Saturday • January 27, 2024
The Home Routes - Chemin Chez Nous brings their intimate concert series to Fernie. $25

- Sunday, January 28, 2024 • Recurring Events

- Monday, January 29, 2024 • Recurring Events

Peaks & Plates Dinner at Elk View Lodge

Monday • January 29, 2024
5:00 pm
An evening of fine dining and live music with Chef Victor Spicer and Naena Robinson.

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SkiiTour at the Northern

Saturday • February 3, 2024
10:00 pm
The boys are back in town for the Falling Into Winter Tour with support from Naturalist. TICKETS TBA.

Kinky Rail Jam Series #2 at Fernie Alpine Resort

Saturday • February 3, 2024
Watch skiers and snowboarders sliding with style in the Resort Rail Park.

- Sunday, February 4, 2024 • Recurring Events

Snowed In Comedy Tour at Knox on 2nd

Sunday • February 4, 2024
7:30 pm
Featuring Erica Sigurdson, Dan Quinn, Pete Zedlacher and Paul Myrehaug. Tickets now on sale! $50.

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Envy Duo at Kodiak Lounge

February 9 thru February 10, 2024
9:00 pm
An exciting Calgary-based team performing some of the best hits of the 60s, 70s, 80s and 90s. 2 nights!

- Saturday, February 10, 2024 • Recurring Events

Jeep Junior Freeski REGIONAL at Fernie Alpine Resort

February 10 thru February 11, 2024
Watch some of the best junior freeskiers in the region as they huck and glide the biggest runs. An IFSA Regional Event stop.

- Sunday, February 11, 2024 • Recurring Events

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- Friday, February 16, 2024 • Recurring Events

17th Annual Fernie Mountain Film Festival

February 16 thru February 17, 2024
7:00 pm - 10:30 pm
Dedicated to filmmakers who spark awareness of mountain cultures, fragile environments, and the passion and perseverance of global explorers.

- Saturday, February 17, 2024 • Recurring Events

Vintage Snowmobile Poker Derby

Saturday • February 17, 2024
10:00 am - 6:30 pm
Shine up that vintage sled for a classic family-friendly poker ride, Dirty Dangles style!

Fernie Ghostriders Hockey Game

Saturday • February 17, 2024
7:00 pm
See Fernie's Ice Hockey stars in a home game at the Fernie Memorial Arena. Dinner & Game Ticket specials from Park Place Lodge & Kodiak Lounge.

Ponies & Planks Skijoring in Fernie

Saturday • February 17, 2024
11:00 am
Wild snow sports with ponies, skis and snowboards all for a great cause!

- Sunday, February 18, 2024 • Recurring Events

Family Day Events at Fernie Alpine Resort

February 18 thru February 24, 2024
Fun events and activities for the family to enjoy to celebrate the mid-winter holiday!

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Judgement Night V

Saturday • February 24, 2024
Get ready to rumble! An evening of charity & amateur boxing with a full-sized ring at Fernie Community Centre.

10th Annual Community Fun R***s at Elk Valley Nordic Centre

Saturday • February 24, 2024
A day of fun cross country ski events and activities, hosted by the Fernie Nordic Society.

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Peaks & Plates Dinner at Elk View Lodge

Thursday • February 29, 2024
5:00 pm
An evening of fine dining and live music with Chef Victor Spicer and Naena Robinson.

- Friday, March 1, 2024 • Recurring Events

47th Annual Griz Days Winter Festival

March 1 thru March 3, 2024
Fernie's biggest winter festival will feature a wild weekend of celebrations - bring on the corduroy!

- Saturday, March 2, 2024 • Recurring Events

Griz Days Craft Fair at the Community Centre

Saturday • March 2, 2024
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Local Fernie crafts and goodies! A feature event of the Griz Days weekend!

- Sunday, March 3, 2024 • Recurring Events

Dummy Downhill at Fernie Alpine Resort

Sunday • March 3, 2024
1:00 pm
Organised chaos is the order of the day as giant hand-built dummies hit the custom-built slope at Fernie Alpine Resort.

Raging Elk Kinky Rail Jam Series Event #3 at Fernie Alpine Resort

Sunday • March 3, 2024
Watch skiers and snowboarders sliding with style in the Resort Rail Park.

Live Music: Home Routes presents Lynne Hanson

Sunday • March 3, 2024
The Home Routes - Chemin Chez Nous brings their intimate concert series to Fernie. $25

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Spring Family Snowmobile Event

Saturday • March 16, 2024
Join the members of the FSA for an end-of-season ride and social. All welcome.

Clash of Continents Boxing Tournament

Saturday • March 16, 2024
Get ready to rumble! An evening of amateur boxing & kickboxing brought to you by the organisers of Judgement Night.

- Sunday, March 17, 2024 • Recurring Events

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Fernie Flying Viking Challenge at the Elk Valley Nordic Centre

March 23 thru March 24, 2024
A special end of season cross-country ski event at the Fernie Nordic Centre & Fernie Alpine Resort.

Dirty Dancer Banked Slalom at Fernie Alpine Resort

March 23 thru March 24, 2024
Time to celebrate the snowboarder at an outlaw event - come and throw it down!

Fernie Stoke Fest featuring Shred Kelly

Saturday • March 23, 2024
Date announcement: Join Shred Kelly and friends for the return of Stokefest! Early all-ages show & 19+ late concert.

- Sunday, March 24, 2024 • Recurring Events

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Peaks & Plates Dinner at Elk View Lodge

Monday • March 25, 2024
5:00 pm
An evening of fine dining and live music with Chef Victor Spicer and Three Strings to the Wind String Quartet.

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Griz Kidz Easter at Fernie Alpine Resort

Monday • April 1, 2024
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Fun FREE activities and events for younger visitors at Fernie Alpine Resort. Photos with the Easter Bunny, crafts and a scavenger hunt.

- Tuesday, April 2, 2024 • Recurring Events

Live Music: Home Routes presents Kitty & The Rooster

Tuesday • April 2, 2024
The Home Routes - Chemin Chez Nous brings their intimate concert series to Fernie. $25

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FERNIVAL! at Fernie Alpine Resort

April 13 thru April 14, 2024
Celebrating the end of another amazing winter season with a blow-out rock concert in the plaza.

- Sunday, April 14, 2024 • Recurring Events

Slope Soaker & Closing Day at Fernie Alpine Resort

Sunday • April 14, 2024
It's time for a splash-down of epic proportions to celebrate the end of the 2023-2024 season.

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Wannabe at the Northern

Wednesday • April 24, 2024
It's what you want, what you really, really want! Spice Girls tribute brings the British to Fernie! TICKET INFO TBA.

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Live Music: Home Routes presents Kalyna Rakel

Wednesday • May 8, 2024
The Home Routes - Chemin Chez Nous brings their intimate concert series to Fernie. $25

Spring Craft Fair

Saturday • May 11, 2024
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Local Fernie crafts, baked goods, preserves, hand-made clothing, toys and much more! At the Fernie Community Centre.

- Tuesday, May 21, 2024 • Recurring Events

Trans BC Enduro Mountain Bike Race

July 6 thru July 9, 2024
The epic Kootenay race comes to Fernie for days 1-3!

Fernie Gravel Grind

July 12 thru July 14, 2024
Showcasing the greatest gravel in British Columbia with a weekend of gravel riding.