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- Tuesday, May 30, 2023 • Recurring Events

- Wednesday, May 31, 2023 • Recurring Events

Fernie Heritage Library Garden Party & Ride with Librarians

Wednesday • May 31, 2023
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Join the Fernie Heritage Library for a community ride to celebrate the summer launch of the Book Bike!

- Thursday, June 1, 2023 • Recurring Events

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Knox-Knox - Dual Choir Performance

Friday • June 2, 2023
7:00 pm
A choral event featuring the combined Fernie and Cranbrook and Choirs performing individually and en masse.

- Saturday, June 3, 2023 • Recurring Events

Celebrate BC Trails Day with EVADRS

Saturday • June 3, 2023
9:30 am - 4:00 pm
A family friendly single-track poker run for dirt bike riders and trail bike enthusiasts. Great prizes to be won!

- Sunday, June 4, 2023 • Recurring Events

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Sparwood Coal Miner Days

June 5 thru June 11, 2023
Celebrating community spirit, location, and legacy in a fun and friendly family atmosphere!

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Live Music at Loaf: Naena Robinson

Friday • June 9, 2023
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Talented local singer-songwriters entertain each week at Loaf. Enjoy with drinks or dinner.

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Ladies Night Climbing & Bouldering Drop In

Wednesday • June 14, 2023
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Get active on the Jeff Lakes Climbing Wall. $7 or $10 with rentals.

- Thursday, June 15, 2023 • Recurring Events

Fly Fishing Season Opens in Fernie Trout Town

Thursday • June 15, 2023
The Elk River is open! Fly Fishing starts here.

Fernie Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament

Thursday • June 15, 2023
Be sure to register early for a fun day of golf action and community networking.

- Friday, June 16, 2023 • Recurring Events

Live Music at Loaf: Herky Cutler

Friday • June 16, 2023
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Talented local singer-songwriters entertain each week at Loaf. Enjoy with drinks or dinner.

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Fernie Gravel Grind

June 23 thru June 25, 2023
Showcasing the greatest gravel in British Columbia with a weekend of gravel riding.

- Saturday, June 24, 2023 • Recurring Events

Fernie Alpine Resort Summer Opening Day

Saturday • June 24, 2023
Scenic chairlift rides, hiking, mountain biking, aerial park, dining, lodging and more.

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Summer Opening Day at Island Lake Lodge

Friday • June 30, 2023
First day for trails, guided hiking, relaxing B&B, spa, and gourmet & casual dining at iconic Island Lake Lodge.

- Saturday, July 1, 2023 • Recurring Events

Canada Day in Fernie

Saturday • July 1, 2023
10:00 am - 3:30 pm
A day to celebrate and reflect on Canada's history, heritage and community with activities and entertainment at Fernie Aquatic Centre.

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Annual Fernie Golf Open at Fernie Golf Club

July 8 thru July 9, 2023
Be sure to register early for this full weekend of golf action.

NADGT Disc Golf Tournament

Saturday • July 8, 2023
A new disc golf tournament on the Lizard Range Disc Golf Course events calendar!

- Sunday, July 9, 2023 • Recurring Events

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- Thursday, July 13, 2023 • Recurring Events

Tony Servello Senior Open at Fernie Golf Club

Thursday • July 13, 2023
One of the most popular events of the Fernie golfing calendar for men & women aged 55+

2023 Fernie Canadian National Downhill MTB Championships

July 13 thru July 16, 2023
The first of 4 stops on the Dunbar Summer Race series at the Fernie Alpine Resort Bike Park! Registration now open.

Singletrack 6 Mountain Bike Race

July 13 thru July 18, 2023
The epic 3 & 6 day mountain biking race features 2 days in Fernie and 4 days in Alberta with 2 in Crowsnest, then West Bragg and Canmore.

- Friday, July 14, 2023 • Recurring Events

- Saturday, July 15, 2023 • Recurring Events

Wheels in the Valley Rally & Poker Run

Saturday • July 15, 2023
Do you have wheels you're stoked about? Join this special 'show n' shine' on the road!

- Sunday, July 16, 2023 • Recurring Events

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5th Annual Elk Valley Ultra 50km & 15km

Saturday • July 22, 2023
6:00 am - 6:00 pm
Take on 50km of amazing mountain trails in the spectacular Elk Valley. NEW for 2023: 15km category!

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Columbia Basin Culture Tour

July 29 thru July 30, 2023
Showcasing Fernie's art & artisans on the Columbia Basin Culture Tour weekend.

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Wapiti Music Festival 2023

August 11 thru August 12, 2023
5:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Mountains of the best Canadian Indie Music in beautiful Annex Park in Fernie BC.

- Saturday, August 12, 2023 • Recurring Events

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Splish Splash Sploosh Children's Party

Wednesday • August 16, 2023
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
A fun free party for kids at the Fernie Aquatic Centre Splash Park!

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Fernie Show n' Shine

Saturday • August 26, 2023
11:00 am - 3:00 pm
The Fernie Show n' Shine brings out the best and brightest cars in the area. Come take in the show and vote for your favourite.

- Sunday, August 27, 2023 • Recurring Events

TransRockies Gravel Royale Bike Race

August 28 thru August 31, 2023
The Legendary TransRockies Challenge Goes Gravel!

- Tuesday, August 29, 2023 • Recurring Events

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WAM BAM Dirt Jump Jam

September 1 thru September 2, 2023
Annual competition at the Fernie Dirt Jump Park on Labour Day Weekend.

- Saturday, September 2, 2023 • Recurring Events

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49th Annual Fernie Lions Demolition Derby

Sunday • September 3, 2023
12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
One big wild smash-em-up celebration! The annual end-of summer wind up returns with great fun for the whole family.

- Tuesday, September 5, 2023 • Recurring Events

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8th Annual Fernie Chautauqua Cultural Festival

September 8 thru September 10, 2023
Art, music and heritage come together in a 3-day festival of community. Various locations, most events are free to attend.

Elk Valley Great Escape Adventure Weekend for Dirt Riders

September 8 thru September 10, 2023
A brand new weekend of adventure for dirt bike riders and trail bike enthusiasts. Join other enthusiasts to explore the amazing local trails.

- Sunday, September 10, 2023 • Recurring Events

Fernie Fall Fair and Mountain Market

Sunday • September 10, 2023
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
A special edition of the weekly summer market with growing, baking and home craft contests and displays!

- Tuesday, September 12, 2023 • Recurring Events

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- Thursday, September 14, 2023 • Recurring Events

Fernie Ribfest

September 15 thru September 17, 2023
A three-day extravaganza of ribs, drinks, entertainment, family fun and more!

- Sunday, September 17, 2023 • Recurring Events

Ladies Closing at Fernie Golf Club

Sunday • September 17, 2023
Part of the Golf Club Closing Season in Fernie.

- Tuesday, September 19, 2023 • Recurring Events

- Wednesday, September 20, 2023 • Recurring Events

7th Annual Elk Valley Pride Festival

September 20 thru September 24, 2023
Fun, friendship, and unity in Fernie to celebrate Pride, mountain style!

- Thursday, September 21, 2023 • Recurring Events

Senior Closing at Fernie Golf Club

Friday • September 22, 2023
Part of the closing event season in Fernie.

- Sunday, September 24, 2023 • Recurring Events

Mens Closing at Fernie Golf Club

Sunday • September 24, 2023
Part of the closing season at the Golf Club.

Fernie Half Marathon, 3-person relay & 10km Run

Sunday • October 1, 2023
10:00 am - 1:00 pm
20th Anniversary! A trail running event on community trails around beautiful Fernie as the golden leaves begin to fall.

Ironman Open at Fernie Golf Club

Sunday • October 1, 2023
Closing out the Fernie golfing season with fall specials.

- Thursday, October 5, 2023 • Recurring Events

Tombstone Tournament at Fernie Golf Club

Tuesday • October 10, 2023
Closing out the Fernie golfing season with the final fall event and last day for golfing.