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Theatrical Fernie Ghost Tours

November 3 thru November 3, 2024
8:00 pm
Ghastly ghost stories, blood-soaked buildings and horrible histories in the downtown core.

- Saturday, November 2, 2024 • Recurring Events

Fernie FAST Ski Swap

Saturday • November 2, 2024
Celebrating snow with the kick-off to Fernie's winter season! Huge gear sale of new and consignment items. NEW LOCATION.

Christmas in the Country Artisan Fair in Jaffray

November 3 thru November 3, 2024
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
The annual Christmas in the Country Farmers’ Market returns for the most magical time of the year!

Author Event at Polar Peek Books: Jaima Fixsen

Saturday • November 2, 2024
A meet & greet with the Edmonton-based author of The Specimen.

Fernie Ghostriders Hockey Game

Saturday • November 2, 2024
See Fernie's Ice Hockey stars in a home game at the Fernie Memorial Arena. Dinner/Drink & Game Ticket specials from The Pub & Kodiak Lounge.

The Hi-Tops at the Northern

Saturday • November 2, 2024
With Moonsnakes! Tickets $17.87 on showpass.

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Michael Bernard Fitzgerald at Knox on 2nd

Friday • November 8, 2024
8:00 pm
An acclaimed Canadian singer-songwriter returns to Fernie. $25 advance/$15 youth.

Fernie Ghostriders Hockey Game

Friday • November 8, 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.

Live Music at Bayleaf: Anie Radish

Friday • November 8, 2024
7:30 pm
Live music from talented local artists this November. Enjoy over dinner or for drinks in the new lounge area.

- Saturday, November 9, 2024 • Recurring Events

Elk Valley Snow & Avalanche Workshop

Saturday • November 9, 2024
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Industry speakers, panel discussions and cutting edge ideas on the latest in snow science. Registration now open!

Fernie Ski & Board Film Festival

Saturday • November 9, 2024
6:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Celebrating snow with the kick-off to Fernie's winter season with the latest snow movies. New location - Knox on 2nd!

Electric Blanket at the Northern

Saturday • November 9, 2024
10:00 pm
Fun times and punk sounds at the Northern with a rad little local band.

Ski Movie Screening at The Vogue Theatre

Saturday • November 9, 2024
8:00 pm
New ski movie by Dylan Siggers: Spliff. $12 early show; $23 late show, includes entry to Electric Blanket afterparty.

- Monday, November 11, 2024 • Recurring Events

Remembrance Day Service in Fernie

Monday • November 11, 2024
10:00 am
Honouring veterans with a cenotaph ceremony and parade with the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #36.

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Jake Vaadeland at the Northern

Friday • November 15, 2024
9:00 pm
50's infused rockabilly bluegrass with the Sturgeon River Boys! Tickets $30 on showpass.

Maddisun at Knox on 2nd

Friday • November 15, 2024
7:00 pm
Fresh off performances in Nashville and Ontario, Maddisun is back for a very special show in Fernie with Lord Knows. $25.

Live Music at Bayleaf: Sami Valavaara

Friday • November 15, 2024
7:30 pm
Live music from talented local artists this November. Enjoy over dinner or for drinks in the new lounge area.

Quirky Portraits, Print Sale & Studio Hangout at Matt Kuhn Photography

Friday • November 15, 2024
5:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Drop by to meet the photographer, browse art for sale and get a quirky portrait of your own!

- Saturday, November 16, 2024 • Recurring Events

Mogul Smoker 2024

Saturday • November 16, 2024
The final bush party of the year and a tribute to the Griz to bring on the Pow this winter! Dance it up, Fernie!

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Booked! Fernie Writers Series Presents Timothy Taylor

Thursday • November 21, 2024
7:00 pm
Fernie Writers Series hosted by Fernie Heritage Library presents some of the most highly regarded authors from Canada's literary scene.

Games Night at Fernie Aquatic Centre

Thursday • November 21, 2024
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Come and have a splashing good time at an evening filled with fun!

Naturalist DJs at Fernie Distillers

Thursday • November 21, 2024
7:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Fernie's own DJ superduo - Caleb & Sam. A new monthly feature at Fernie Distillers! No cover.

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Wine Paired Dinner at Cirque Restaurant

Saturday • November 23, 2024
5:00 pm
A curated 5-course dinner with wine pairings from Mark Anthony Wine Group at Lizard Creek Lodge.

Fernie Ghostriders Hockey Game

Saturday • November 23, 2024
7:00 pm
See Fernie's Ice Hockey stars in a home game at the Fernie Memorial Arena. Dinner/Drink & Game Ticket specials from The Pub & Kodiak Lounge.

'Where In The World' Ski Bum DJ Party at the Elks Hall

Saturday • November 23, 2024
Come and meet your fellow seasonals at a 4-DJ Dress Up & Dance party! $20

Classic Movie Night & 5 Year Anniversary at Elk Valley Furniture Studio

Saturday • November 23, 2024
5:00 pm
Celebrate 5 years of business with Elk Valley Furniture Studio! Drinks, Door Prizes, Silent Auction, Classic Movie Screening. All welcome.

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Charles Benjamin at Bramasole

Wednesday • November 27, 2024
8:00 pm
Lively tunes from one of Fernie's favourite singers. Great to enjoy over drinks or a light dinner.

- Thursday, November 28, 2024 • Recurring Events

Annual Ladies Night at Edge of the World

Thursday • November 28, 2024
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
A night of shopping, prizes, fun and early access to Black Friday deals!

- Friday, November 29, 2024 • Recurring Events

Opening Day at Fernie Alpine Resort - Tentative

Friday • November 29, 2024
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Powder time!! Opening date for Fernie Alpine Resort is anticipated for Friday, November 29, 2024.

Twilight & Holiday Craft Fairs in Historic Downtown Fernie

November 29 thru November 30, 2024
5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Home baking, produce and preserves, textiles, crafts, fine art, jewellery and so much more! New Locations.

Holiday Kickoff in Fernie

Friday • November 29, 2024
Celebrating the start of the festive season with a night of community, art, fun, music and more! #spenditinfernie

Tentative First Groom - Corbin Snowmobile Trails

Friday • November 29, 2024
Opening day for snowmobiling on the Corbin trail system is finally here!

Live Music at Bayleaf: Hark Raving Sirens

Friday • November 29, 2024
7:30 pm
Live music from talented local artists this November. Enjoy over dinner or for drinks in the new lounge area.

Gallery Opening: Home - Celebrating Place at the Fernie Museum

Friday • November 29, 2024
A new collaborative show & fundraiser for the Fernie Museum, exploring the theme of 'home'.

- Saturday, November 30, 2024 • Recurring Events

Fernie Ghostriders Hockey Game

Saturday • November 30, 2024
7:00 pm
See Fernie's Ice Hockey stars in a home game at the Fernie Memorial Arena. Dinner/Drink & Game Ticket specials from The Pub & Kodiak Lounge.

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Ferdy Belland at Bramasole

Wednesday • December 4, 2024
8:00 pm
Soulful tunes from one of Cranbrook's favourite singers. Great to enjoy over drinks or a light dinner.

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Shredmas featuring Shred Kelly at the Northern

Saturday • December 7, 2024
10:00 pm
Celebrate the season with Fernie's own stokefolk band, Shred Kelly! Tickets $24.19

Soul Connection Wellness Day

Saturday • December 7, 2024
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
An entire day filled with healing, growth, and connection. $115.29.

22nd Annual Pancake Breakfast with Santa

Sunday • December 8, 2024
9:00 am - 12:30 pm
Bring the family for a fabulous breakfast and photos with Santa at the Park Place Lodge.

- Monday, December 9, 2024 • Recurring Events

Fernie Ghostriders Hockey Game

Tuesday • December 10, 2024
7:00 pm
See Fernie's Ice Hockey stars in a home game at the Fernie Memorial Arena. Dinner/Drink & Game Ticket specials from The Pub & Kodiak Lounge.

- Wednesday, December 11, 2024 • Recurring Events

Anie Radish at Bramasole

Wednesday • December 11, 2024
8:00 pm
Soulful tunes from one of Fernie's favourite singers. Great to enjoy over drinks or a light dinner.

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Tentative First Day of Grooming - Coal Creek Snowmobile Trails

Friday • December 13, 2024
Tentative start date for trail grooming on the Coal Creek / Morrissey trail system. Weather and conditions dependent.

- Saturday, December 14, 2024 • Recurring Events

Stocking Stuffers Craft Fair in Historic Downtown Fernie

Saturday • December 14, 2024
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Get in your last-minute shopping at the last craft fair before Christmas!

Fernie Ghostriders Hockey Game

Saturday • December 14, 2024
7:00 pm
See Fernie's Ice Hockey stars in a home game at the Fernie Memorial Arena. Dinner/Drink & Game Ticket specials from The Pub & Kodiak Lounge.

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Fernie Community Choir Christmas Concert

Friday • December 20, 2024
7:00 pm
Classical, modern and world music seasonal pieces. $10 at the door.

Fernie Ghostriders Hockey Game

Friday • December 20, 2024
7:00 pm
See Fernie's Ice Hockey stars in a home game at the Fernie Memorial Arena. Dinner/Drink & Game Ticket specials from The Pub & Kodiak Lounge.

- Saturday, December 21, 2024 • Recurring Events

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!

Skate with Santa at the Fernie Memorial Arena

Sunday • December 22, 2024
2:00 pm
Join Santa on the ice for skating and holiday fun!

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Fernie Ghostriders Hockey Game

Friday • December 27, 2024
7:00 pm
See Fernie's Ice Hockey stars in a home game at the Fernie Memorial Arena. Dinner/Drink & Game Ticket specials from The Pub & Kodiak Lounge.

- Saturday, December 28, 2024 • Recurring Events

Bob Arnott Memorial Family Snowmobile Ride & BBQ

Sunday • December 29, 2024
10:00 am - 2:30 pm
Join the members of the FSA for an annual get-together and BBQ at the Rolling Hills. All welcome.

Holiday Pool Party at Fernie Aquatic Centre

Sunday • December 29, 2024
6:30 pm
Games, music and treats for a jolly good time at the Fernie Aquatic Centre.

- Monday, December 30, 2024 • Recurring Events

New Year's Eve Family Fireworks at Fernie Alpine Resort

Tuesday • December 31, 2024
Celebrate with family on the slopes! Night skiing from 4-9pm and fireworks at 9pm.

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 TBA

- Wednesday, January 1, 2025 • Recurring Events

Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour at The Vogue Theatre

January 1 thru January 2, 2025
7:00 pm
The best in International mountain films, returning to Fernie for the annual New Year screening. Details to be announced.

- Thursday, January 2, 2025 • Recurring Events

Tentative First Groom - Hartley Snowmobile Trails

Thursday • January 2, 2025
Opening day for snowmobiling on the Hartley trail system is finally here!

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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.

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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.

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Valentine's Day Mountaintop Lunch at Fernie Alpine Resort

Friday • February 14, 2025
11:30 am
Make a stop on your ski day to enjoy a romantic lunch at Lost Boys Cafe with live music!

- Saturday, February 15, 2025 • Recurring Events

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!

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11th Annual Community Fun Event at Elk Valley Nordic Centre

Saturday • February 22, 2025
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
A day of fun cross country ski events and activities, hosted by the Fernie Nordic Society.

Murder-Mystery: Blood in the Snow at the Elks Hall

Saturday • February 22, 2025
7:00 pm - 11:00 pm
A Fernie Museum fundraiser event, with Spaghetti Dinner celebrating the FDHS's 60th anniversary. NEW DATE.

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Griz Days Craft Fair in Fernie

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

Raging Elk Dummy Downhill at Fernie Alpine Resort

Sunday • March 2, 2025
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.

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Kinky Rail Jam at Fernie Alpine Resort

Saturday • March 8, 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.

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Dirty Dancer Banked Slalom at Fernie Alpine Resort

March 22 thru March 23, 2025
Time to celebrate the snowboarder at an outlaw event - come and throw it down!

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.

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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!

- Monday, March 31, 2025 • Recurring Events

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.

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Slope Soaker & Closing Day at Fernie Alpine Resort

Sunday • April 13, 2025
It's time for a splash-down of epic proportions to celebrate the end of the 2024-2025 season.

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