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Chautauqua Charity Pancake Breakfast

Event Date(s): 
Saturday, September 21, 2019
Time: 
9:00am - 11:00am

Get ready for a full day of activities with a hearty pancake breakfast. Hosted by and in support of the Elk Valley Dolphins Swim Club. $5.00 includes pancakes, sausages, juice, coffee.

ELK VALLEY DOLPHINS SWIM CLUB | The Elk Valley Dolphins Swim Club (EVDSC) is a community based program which has been an active part of the Elk Valley in BC since 1997. They strive to cater for all the needs of swimmers within the Fernie, Elkford and Sparwood communities.

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Fernie Chautauqua and Fall Fair, Festivals, Fernie BC, community, Fernie Museum

The Tasting Room

Event Date(s): 
Repeats every day until Sat Sep 21 2019.
Friday, September 20, 2019
Saturday, September 21, 2019
Time: 
10:00am - 6:00pm

Sample the best of locally and regionally made wines, cheeses, meats and spirits at downtown Fernie merchants throughout the Chautauqua and Fall Fair weekend.

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Fernie Chautauqua and Fall Fair, Festivals, Fernie BC, community, Fernie Museum

Chautauqua Community Picnic

Event Date(s): 
Friday, September 20, 2019
Time: 
5:00pm - 7:00pm

CHAUTAUQUA MAIN STAGE | WEST TENTS AT CITY HALL
FREE ADMISSION - FOOD & DRINK SALES

Bring the whole family down to the grounds of Fernie's historic City Hall, once the headquarters for the Crow's Nest Pass Coal Company, for a community picnic with DJ Jeff McRae. Hot food will be available from the Chautauqua Grill, plus beer garden with FBC beer, BC cider & non-alcoholic beverages.

All welcome. Hosted by Elk Valley Bulls Rugby Club.

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Fernie Chautauqua and Fall Fair, Festivals, Fernie BC, community, Fernie Museum

Fernie's Italian Heritage

Event Date(s): 
Friday, September 20, 2019
Time: 
1:30pm - 2:30pm

Join members of Fernie's Italian community and the Fernie Museum in launching a new virtual museum exhibit, Fernie's Pioneer Italian Community: 1880 to 1920s, curated by Dr. Adriana Davies. With live entertainment and refreshments provided by the Italian community. Hosted by the Fernie Museum.

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Fernie Chautauqua and Fall Fair, Festivals, Fernie BC, community, Fernie Museum

Chautauqua Opening Gala

Event Date(s): 
Thursday, September 19, 2019
Time: 
8:00pm

Join members of the Ktunaxa Nation, the City of Fernie and the festival organizing committee in kicking off Fernie's premier cultural festival with culinary artistry by Fernie's celebrity chef, Barrie Elliott, and live entertainment by Red Girl and Hark Raving Sirens. Exhibiting artist Peggy Black will be in attendance.
All welcome. Cash Bar.

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Fernie Chautauqua and Fall Fair, The Arts Station, Festivals, Fernie BC, community, Fernie Museum

Upstairs, Downstairs Historic Home Tour

Event Date(s): 
Thursday, September 19, 2019
Time: 
6:30pm - 8:00pm

Follow heritage consultant Elana Zysblat on a tour of three homes which exemplify the wealthy lifestyle of some of Fernie's early movers and shakers and learn about the efforts to preserve these homes for future generations. Wine and cheese reception will follow, sponsored by IGS Group and Heritage Fernie.

Get your ticket online today.

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Fernie Chautauqua and Fall Fair, Festivals, Fernie BC, community, Fernie Museum

Pajama Storytime: Pioneer Days

Event Date(s): 
Thursday, September 19, 2019
Time: 
6:30pm - 7:30pm

Wear your comfiest Pajamas, bring your favourite stuffy and join Ms Anie and Ms Jodie for an hour of songs, activities, stories and snacks all the olden days! Free program for ages 3-5 and caregivers.

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Fernie Chautauqua and Fall Fair, Festivals, Fernie BC, community, Fernie Museum

Fernie Chautauqua and Fall Fair: The Corner Stage

Event Date(s): 
Repeats every day until Sat Sep 21 2019.
Thursday, September 19, 2019
Friday, September 20, 2019
Saturday, September 21, 2019

Fernie’s vibrant music scene hits the street with local performing including Naena Robinson, Awthentrix, Nell, Reggie, Barbara Bassett, the Ukelele Crew, and visual artists rotating on the hour. Visit resident artist Michael Hepher at the side wall of Beanpod as he works throughout the weekend on Fernie's latest public art installation, a mural titled All Kinds of Beauty.

Thursday & Friday at 12pm and Saturday & Sunday at 11am.

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Fernie’s Cultural Values

Posted: 
May 22, 2019

There are plenty of people who parrot the mountain-town refrain, “Came for winter and stayed for the summer” in these parts. While it doesn’t roll off the tongue as well, it’s also fitting to say, “Came for the outdoor rec and stayed for the culture.”

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arts, Culture, Fernie BC, Festivals, Outdoors, summer, Wednesday Socials, outdoor concerts, Concerts

Fernival

Event Date(s): 
Repeats every day until Sun Apr 14 2019.
Saturday, April 13, 2019
Sunday, April 14, 2019
Time: 
11:00am - 4:00pm

Fernival is back for another year! Celebrate the final weekend of skiing/riding and the 2-day Fernival event featuring amazing live outdoor FREE concerts!

April 13, 2019 – Raging Elk Power, Pedal, Paddle Relay & Live Music
April 14, 2019 – Live Music

THE FERNIVAL BANDS HAVE BEEN ANNOUNCED!
Saturday – Rock out with 2 amazing local Kootenay bands. Start the afternoon off with local punk rock legends – The Runs and finish off the day with the ultimate ACDC Tribute band – BCDC

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Fernie Alpine Resort, Fernival, Festivals, Live Music