Events, Music, Programs & Festivals

Holiday Horse Drawn Sleigh Rides at Fernie Alpine Resort

• December 21 thru January 4, 2025
• Enjoy magical mountain views from the comfort of a traditional horse-drawn sleigh!

Family Holiday Activities at Fernie Alpine Resort

• December 21 thru January 4, 2025
• Fernie Alpine Resort will be a buzz of activity over the holiday with a schedule of fun family friendly activities for all ages!

Night Skiing on the Mighty Moose

• December 26 thru January 4, 2025
• Cruise laps on the Mighty Moose for night time skiing at Fernie Alpine Resort.

Family Ski Scavenger Hunt at Fernie Alpine Resort

• December 28 thru January 4, 2025
• A fun on-mountain ski run scavenger hunt for the whole family to enjoy. Upload your selfies to enter to win prizes!

New Year's Eve Party with the Todd Sellecks at The Griz Bar

• Tuesday • December 31, 2024
• 8:00 pm
• Party it up at the hottest New Year's Eve celebration at Fernie Alpine Resort. This event sells out every year.

New Year's Eve Dinner at Cirque Restaurant

• Tuesday • December 31, 2024
• Ring in the New Year in style with a sumptuous dinner on-mountain at Lizard Creek Lodge followed by dancing with DJ SNCKS! $125/$70pp

New Year's Eve Family Fireworks at Fernie Alpine Resort

• Tuesday • December 31, 2024
• Celebrate with family on the slopes! Fireworks at 9pm.

NYE at the Northern

• Tuesday • December 31, 2024
• 10:00 pm
• Fun times for the New Year with DJ Cona! Tickets $28.41

NYE at the Central

• Tuesday • December 31, 2024
• 10:00 pm - 4:00 am
• A night of beats at the Central Bar featuring JSHN - Groovi3r - Hayden G. Champagne toast at midnight, bar open until 4am! Tickets from $17.87.

NYE Dance Party at the Elks Hall

• Tuesday • December 31, 2024
• 9:00 pm
• Light Up the Night with some of Fernie's best DJs. Costumes encouraged! Tickets $40

Ok, Dope Comedy Tour at Knox on 2nd

• Tuesday • December 31, 2024
• 8:00 pm
• The Crowd Work Show featuring Nash Park and Alex Foreman. Tickets now on sale! Earlybird $25/Regular $30.

DJ Night: NYE at The Fernie Taphouse

• Tuesday • December 31, 2024
• Loud, lively and tons of fun - DJ Nay Taron & champagne countdown at midnight!

NYE Wine Dinner at Bramasole

• Tuesday • December 31, 2024
• A four course menu served with specially selected wine pairings. 2 seatings. $79/$99

Shine Theatre Camp at The Arts Station

• January 2 thru January 4, 2025
• Improv, movement and writing for ages 7-12. Lots of fun with Sadie.

Annual Fernie on Fire

• Saturday • January 4, 2025
• 5:30 pm
• The most fun way to end the festive season - everyone's welcome for the giant bonfire and a whole lot of fun! Free, all welcome!

Family Craft at Fernie Alpine Resort

• Saturday • January 4, 2025
• 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
• Make a Popsicle Penguin to take home and keep. FREE!

Spilling Tea Drag Show at Knox on 2nd

• Friday • January 10, 2025
• 8:30 pm
• A drag & comedy show featuring some of the region's best performers. Earlybird $15/door $20.

Workshop at The Arts Station: Adult Learn to Sew - PJ Pants

• Sunday • January 12, 2025
• 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
• Develop your sewing skills with this full-day class with Anie and Louise! $150.

State of the Snowpack at the Central

• Tuesday • January 14, 2025
• 6:30 pm
• An industry event focusing on snowpack and avalanche information and resources.

Avalanche Awareness Days

• January 18 thru January 19, 2025
• 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!

FSA Avalanche Awareness, Demo Dayz & BBQ

• Saturday • January 18, 2025
• 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
• Learn the latest in safety and skills at the FSA's awareness meet at the Rolling Hills Cabin.

17th Annual Reel Canadian Film Festival

• January 24 thru January 26, 2025
• Celebrating the best of Canadian Cinema with feature, documentary, and short films, plus special guests and receptions.

Symphony of the Kootenays Lite at Knox on 2nd

• Sunday • January 26, 2025
• 2:00 pm
• A ten piece ensemble of SOTK strings & winds musicians will perform chamber pieces from Mozart. $33.28.

Galentines Disco Ball at The Elks Hall

• Thursday • February 13, 2025
• 9:00 pm
• An all-lady DJ lineup and ladies-only night out! Details to come soon.

Vintage Snowmobile Poker Derby

• Saturday • February 15, 2025
• 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
• Shine up that vintage sled for a classic family-friendly poker ride, Dirty Dangles style!

Family Day Events at Fernie Alpine Resort

• February 15 thru February 17, 2025
• Fun events and activities for the family to enjoy to celebrate the mid-winter holiday!

2nd Annual Ponies & Planks Skijoring in Fernie

• Saturday • February 15, 2025
• 11:00 am
• Wild snow sports with ponies, skis and snowboards all for a great cause!

18th Annual Fernie Mountain Film Festival at Knox on 2nd

• February 21 thru February 22, 2025
• 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.

IF4 - International Fly Fishing Film Festival at the Vogue Theatre

• Thursday • February 27, 2025
• 7:00 pm
• Showcasing the passion, lifestyle, culture, and unique settings of the best fly fishing in the world.

48th Annual Griz Days Winter Festival

• February 27 thru March 2, 2025
• Avenue Magazine's Best Winter Festival! Fernie's biggest winter festival featuring a wild weekend of celebrations.

Griz Days Craft Fair in Fernie

• Saturday • March 1, 2025
• Local Fernie crafts and goodies! A feature event of the Griz Days weekend!

The Free Label at Knox on 2nd

• Wednesday • March 5, 2025
• 7:00 pm
• The Free Label will be in Fernie for one night only - don't miss this amazing 6-piece showcase band! Tickets on sale Dec 19.

Kinky Rail Jam at Fernie Alpine Resort

• Saturday • March 15, 2025
• 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
• Watch skiers and snowboarders sliding with style in the Resort Rail Park. Presented by Edge of the World & The Guide's Hut.

Fernie Flying Viking Challenge at the Elk Valley Nordic Centre

• Sunday • March 23, 2025
• A special end of season cross-country ski event at the Fernie Nordic Centre & Fernie Alpine Resort.

Retro Weekend at Fernie Alpine Resort

• March 29 thru March 30, 2025
• Celebrate the 80's at Fernie Alpine Resort with Live Music, DJs, Ski Ballet, Snowboard Carve Comp, Highest Ollie, and more!

Griz Kidz Easter at Fernie Alpine Resort

• Monday • March 31, 2025
• 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.

FERNIVAL! at Fernie Alpine Resort

• Saturday • April 12, 2025
• Celebrating the end of another amazing winter season with a blow-out rock concert in the plaza.

Spring Craft Fair

• Saturday • May 10, 2025
• 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
• Local Fernie crafts, baked goods, preserves, hand-made clothing, toys and much more! New locations.

Ryan Harris at Knox on 2nd

• Monday • May 12, 2025
• 7:00 pm
• Get your tickets early for this special appearance by BC-based Ryan Harris. Earlybird $18/Reg $25.