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

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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  • Oktoberfest at Fernie Alpine Resort
    October 12, 2024

    5th Annual Oktoberfest at Fernie Alpine Resort

    Plaza fun for everyone! Bavarian-themed food, drinks & contests plus live music. All welcome! Sponsored by Banded Peak Brewing.

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  • Thanksgiving at the Barn
    October 12, 2024

    5th Annual Thanksgiving at the Barn - CANCELLED

    Due to ongoing construction, this year's event has been cancelled. See you next year!

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  • St Margaret's Cemetery Tour
    October 12, 2024

    Fernie Cemetery Tours

    Join the Fernie Museum to learn the stories of St. Margaret's Cemetery. $10.

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  • Tom & Marj Foran: A Retrospective
    October 17, 2024

    Gallery Opening at the Fernie Museum: Tom & Marj Foran - A Retrospective

    Featuring the work of two Fernie-based New Zealand artists.

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  • Troy Cook - Artwork at the Fernie Museum in 2021
    October 18, 2024 - October 19, 2024

    Gallery Show at the Elks Hall: Troy Cook - a Retrospective

    Celebrating the creative work, life and passions of one of Fernie's larger than life characters, Troy Cook.

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  • Theatrical Fernie Ghost Tours
    October 24, 2024 - November 3, 2024

    Theatrical Fernie Ghost Tours

    Ghastly ghost stories, blood-soaked buildings and horrible histories in the downtown core.

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  • Dan Duvall & Nash Park
    October 25, 2024

    Ok, Dope Comedy Tour at Knox on 2nd

    Featuring Dan Duvall, hosted by Nash Park. Tickets now on sale! $30.

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  • Halloween at the Pub
    October 31, 2024

    Halloween Party at the Pub Bar and Grill

    It's the annual Halloween Party Night you don't want to miss! Win a Season Pass to Fernie Alpine Resort!

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  • Rocky Horror Picture Show
    October 31, 2024

    Rocky Horror Picture Show Viewing Party at The Arts Station

    Dammit, Janet! It's time for the fishnets. Admission by donation, advance registration recommended.

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  • Fernie Ski & Board Film Fest Lineup 2023
    November 9, 2024

    Fernie Ski & Board Film Festival

    Celebrating snow with the kick-off to Fernie's winter season with the latest snow movies. New location!

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  • The Mogul Smoker
    November 16, 2024

    Mogul Smoker 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 Writer's Series
    November 21, 2024

    Booked! Fernie Writers Series Presents Timothy Taylor

    Fernie Writers Series hosted by Fernie Heritage Library presents some of the most highly regarded authors from Canada's literary scene.

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  • Coal Creek Hotel
    November 23, 2024

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

    A Fernie Museum fundraiser event, with Spaghetti Dinner celebrating the FDHS's 60th anniversary.

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  • Snowy Day in Historic Downtown Fernie
    November 29, 2024

    Holiday Kickoff in Fernie

    Celebrating the start of the festive season with a night of community, art, fun, music and more! #spenditinfernie

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  • Twilight & Holiday Craft Fair
    November 29, 2024 - November 30, 2024

    Twilight & Holiday Craft Fairs in Historic Downtown Fernie

    Home baking, produce and preserves, textiles, crafts, fine art, jewellery and so much more! New Locations.

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Featured Stories

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Second Avenue in Downtown Fernie

Ghost Stories of Fernie

Learn of the ghosts that haunt this hidden corner of the Kootenays…

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The first town of Fernie - on the banks of Coal Creek

Heritage | Fernie's Old Town

Now lost to fires, floods and time, Fernie's earliest modern settlement was located around the base of Coal Creek.

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Thick Forest above the Elk Valley

Ktunaxa | Creation Story

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The Fernie Cenotaph

History | The Fernie Cenotaph

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