Arts, culture and history of Fernie BC and the Elk Valley

A Guide to Arts, Culture and Heritage in Fernie & the Elk Valley

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In the heart of the majestic Canadian Rocky Mountains, the Elk Valley is a hidden oasis of verdant landscapes, charming towns and abundant arts, culture and history.

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December 23, 2024 - December 24, 2024
Ski & Photos with Santa at Fernie Alpine Resort

Ski with Santa! Free family photos with Santa at Fernie Alpine Resort! Dec 23 & 24.
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December 31, 2024
New Year's Eve Family Fireworks at Fernie Alpine Resort

Celebrate with family on the slopes! Fireworks at 9pm.
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January 24, 2025 - January 26, 2025
17th Annual Reel Canadian Film Festival

Celebrating the best of Canadian Cinema with feature, documentary, and short films, plus special guests and receptions.
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January 26, 2025
Symphony of the Kootenays Lite at Knox on 2nd

A ten piece ensemble of SOTK strings & winds musicians will perform chamber pieces from Mozart. $33.28.
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February 21, 2025 - February 22, 2025
18th Annual Fernie Mountain Film Festival at Knox on 2nd

Dedicated to filmmakers who spark awareness of mountain cultures, fragile environments, and the passion and perseverance of global explorers.
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February 22, 2025
Murder-Mystery: Blood in the Snow at the Elks Hall

A Fernie Museum fundraiser event, with Spaghetti Dinner celebrating the FDHS's 60th anniversary. NEW DATE.
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February 27, 2025 - March 2, 2025
48th Annual Griz Days Winter Festival

Avenue Magazine's Best Winter Festival! Fernie's biggest winter festival featuring a wild weekend of celebrations.
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April 12, 2025
FERNIVAL! at Fernie Alpine Resort

Celebrating the end of another amazing winter season with a blow-out rock concert in the plaza.
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December 20, 2024 - December 24, 2024
Holiday Gift Wrapping at the Fernie Museum

Gift wrapping by donation - drop in & drop off. Dec 20 - 24, 1-4pm.
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December 21, 2024 - January 4, 2025
Family Holiday Activities at Fernie Alpine Resort

Fernie Alpine Resort will be a buzz of activity over the holiday with a schedule of fun family friendly activities for all ages!
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