Festivals

Local legends tell the myth of a long lost man, shoulders 6 feet wide, who lives among the wildlife deep in the mountains above Fernie, BC. As the story goes, a shot from his 8-foot musket brings blankets of powder to the valley. Locals know him only as “The Griz”. Dylan Siggers among the other townsfolk has made a life of this tradition, finding purpose in the abundance of snow brought by this mythical man.

Local legends tell the myth of a long lost man, shoulders 6 feet wide, who lives among the wildlife deep in the mountains above Fernie, BC. As the story goes, a shot from his 8-foot musket brings blankets of powder to the valley. Locals know him only as “The Griz”. Dylan Siggers among the other townsfolk has made a life of this tradition, finding purpose in the abundance of snow brought by this mythical man.

Event Date(s): 
Saturday, September 28, 2019
Time: 
8:00pm - 11:0pm

Del Barber is a singer-songwriter from Manitoba, whose winsome balladry and wry wit harken back to country-folk traditions that remind the listener of the late greats of songwriting history. Del is no stranger to finding inspiration in the cultural backdrop of Canada. On the JUNO Award-nominated Prairieography, Barber documented stories of prairie life, highlighting the unique relationship between struggle, hard work and love.

Event Date(s): 
Saturday, September 28, 2019
Time: 
1:30pm - 3:30pm

Everyone is invited to an afternoon old-time/bluegrass music jam at the Fernie Heritage Library Jam hosted by the Old Type Music Society and participants of Gillbilly 2019. All are welcome to join in, listen, sing, hum, tap the afternoon away. Free event.

Event Date(s): 
Saturday, September 28, 2019
Time: 
3:30pm - 5:00pm

The old-time, bluegrass open mic is back! Foot-stompin', happy-makin' music provided by Gillbilly 2019 participants, you kick back with a cocktail or sip on a "on the rocks" collection from the fabulous Master Distiller Jillian Rutherford.

Event Date(s): 
Repeats every day until Sun Sep 29 2019.
Friday, September 27, 2019
Saturday, September 28, 2019
Sunday, September 29, 2019
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A fabulous fall weekend of old time and bluegrass music jamming, concert, workshops, potluck, dance & more, with musical pals old and new.

Event Date(s): 
Sunday, September 22, 2019
Time: 
10:00am - 3:00pm

Meet the SheJumps team, learn about our programs and get STOKED to connect with the Fernie community. Come say HI, rain or shine!

Meet the SheJumps team, learn about our programs and get STOKED to connect with the Fernie community. Come say HI, rain or shine!We welcome all women and girls (transgender and cisgender) as well as non-binary people who identify with the women’s community. FREE!

Event Date(s): 
Saturday, September 21, 2019
Time: 
8:00pm - 11:00pm

Explore Fernie's vibrant visual and performance art scene through the lens of one of Fernie's most unique historical events - the arrival of the Texas Bill and his three ring circus in 1911. This spectacle-for-the-senses cultural experience features special performances by the Circus Insommiacs and magician Dr. Van Hooligan, cocktail mastery by the Fernie Distillery, culinary artistry by Fernie's celebrity chef, Barrie Elliott, and live music at each of the evening's five venues.

Event Date(s): 
Saturday, September 21, 2019
Time: 
11:30am - 12:30pm

Join Wildsight Elk Valley for the 1st Annual #ferneifallfair Tricycle Races!

Event Date(s): 
Saturday, September 21, 2019
Time: 
1:30pm - 2:30pm

One of the unique aspects of old buildings is their ability to adapt to new uses, contract and expand and evolve without losing their character. Follow heritage consultant Elana Zysblat, and planner Patrick Sorfleet on a tour analyzing two completed heritage projects - the conversions of Fernie High School and Fernie Masonic Hall to condo complexes, one underway project - the rehabilitation of the Leroux Mansion, and one future project - the conversion of Fernie Lutheran Church into a residence. Meet designers and owners at each site to get additional insider’s perspective.