FEATURED EVENTS IN THE ELK VALLEY
FERNIE LIONS DEMOLITION DERBY
SEPTEMBER 4 | facebook . com / groups / 14639850723
Finally returning in 2022 ! For over 45 years , this day of smash ‘ em-up thrills and spills has entertained and delighted enthusiastic audiences . Drivers arrive from all over the Kootenays and southern Alberta to show off their driving skills at the Demo Derby Grounds on Railway Avenue . Gates open at 11am , entrance is $ 20 for adults , $ 10 for students / youth / seniors and free for kids under 10 .
7TH ANNUAL FERNIE CHAUTAUQUA
SEPTEMBER 9-11 | ferniechautauqua . com
Celebrating culture in Historic Downtown Fernie . Anchored by the Women of Michel art exhibit with an artist panel discussion . Art on the Lawn , Fernie ’ s Got Kid Talent , Dancing in the Dark – a Celebration of Coal Town Memories , FDHS Doors Open and walking tours , The Shred Kelly Story , live entertainment from Charles Benjamin & Lord Knows , Special heritage exhibits , demos and workshops .
6TH ANNUAL ELK VALLEY PRIDE FESTIVAL
SEPTEMBER 21-25 | ferniepride . ca / pridefestival /
A multi-day celebration of friendship , unity , diversity , and inclusion for the 2SLGBTQ + community and allies . Everyone is welcome and most events are family friendly . Lineup includes flag raising ceremonies , author events , drag story time and education . A highlight of the weekend is Spectrum Queer Arts Day ( featuring live music from KP Smith , Hyaenas , and Kimmortal , plus drag performances from Freida Whales , the Nuff Sisters , Felicia Bonee and more !
SPEND IT IN FERNIE – DOWNTOWN HOLIDAY LIGHT UP
NOVEMBER 25 | tourismfernie . com / events
In Historic Downtown Fernie . Stores packed with amazing gifts , fun activities and family challenges , Photos with Santa & Mrs Claus and The Griz , Holiday entertainment and treats , Light up the Arts at the Arts Station , Fireworks and much more ! This family friendly event will put everyone in the holiday spirit !
WEEKLY EVENTS
Mondays :
Pool Tournament , The Pub Bar & Grill , 6pm Jam Night , The Kodiak , 9pm Cannabis Presentation , Earth ’ s Own Naturals , 2pm
Tuesdays : $ 8 Movie Night , Vogue Theatre , 7pm
Wednesdays : Curbside Crafts , Fernie Heritage Library ( Sept )
Thursdays : Trivia Night , The Pub Bar & Grill , 8pm Karaoke , The Kodiak , 9pm
Fridays :
Storytime for under 5 ’ s , Fernie Heritage Library , 11am
Live Music , Loaf , 6pm Meat Draw , The Fernie Taphouse , 6:30pm
Saturdays :
Reading in Plein Air , Fernie Library Garden , 1pm , Sep & Oct
Jam Night , The Fernie Taphouse , 8pm
Sundays :
Fernie Mountain Market , Rotary Park , 10am , Until Sep 25
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