From sleigh rides to ugly sweater parties, there’s plenty happening in the Elk Valley this festive season.
The Free Press has compiled a list of Christmas and New Year’s Eve events to ensure you don’t miss out on the fun.
Horse drawn sleigh rides
Where:Fernie Alpine Resort
When:departing daily from Friday, December 21 to Sunday, January 6. Times may vary, check with Guest Services for details.
Cost: $15 per person or $165 for a private evening ride (up to 11 guests).
Contact: call Guest Services at 250-423-2435 to book.
Dickens Christmas Party featuring games, cider, stories, carols and more
Where: Fernie Heritage Library, 492 3rd Ave
When: Saturday, December 22 from 2-4 p.m.
Cost: free, everyone is welcome.
Christmas at the Legion featuring live music, Christmas bingo and roast dinner
Where: Royal Canadian Legion Branch 36, 551 1st Ave
When: Saturday, December 22 from 7-11 p.m.
Cost: $15, available at the Legion (open from 3 p.m. Wednesday to Saturday)
Kodiak Lounge Ugly Sweater Party and Jam Night
Where: The Kodiak, Raging Elk Hostel, 892 6th Ave
When: Monday, December 24 from 9 p.m.
Cost: free, prizes for best song and ugliest sweater.
Ski and photos with Santa
Where: Fernie Alpine Resort
When: Sunday, December 23 and Monday, December 24. Ski with Santa from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. then get your photo taken at the base from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m.
Cost: photos are free, all ages welcome.
Christmas dinner buffet at Cirque Restaurant
Where: Lizard Creek Lodge, 5346 Highline Drive, Fernie Alpine Resort
When: Christmas Day from 5-9 p.m.
Cost: $55 for adults, $40 for seniors, $30 for kids (children five and under are free).
Contact: Cirque at 250-423-2056 to book a table.
New Year’s Eve family event
Where: Fernie Alpine Resort
When: Thursday, December 31. Night ski on the Mighty Moose from 4-9 p.m. then watch the fireworks at 9 p.m.
Cost: free
Griz Bar NYE Party
Where: Griz Bar, Fernie Alpine Resort
When: doors open at 8 p.m. Thursday, December 31. Music by the Todd Band from 9 p.m., poutine bar at 12:30 p.m. and last call at 1 a.m.
Cost: $70 plus tax, tickets now on sale at Guest Services.
Contact: Guest Services at 250-423-2435
New Year’s Eve Dinner and Dance at Cirque Restaurant
Where: Lizard Creek Lodge, 5346 Highline Drive, Fernie Alpine Resort
When: Thursday, December 31, early seating at 5 p.m. (late seating sold out). Dance party starts at 11 p.m.
Cost: $125 per person for four-course dinner and dance.
Contact: Lizard Creek Lodge at 250-423-2057 or cirque@lizardcreek.com.
New Year’s Eve at The Fernie Hotel and Pub featuring The Carbons and DJ Jim Paul
Where: The Fernie Hotel, 691 1st Ave
When: Thursday, December 31 from 6 p.m. to 2 a.m.
Cost: $20 includes champagne toast and table snacks after midnight.
Contact: The Fernie Hotel at 250-423-6444
NYE Party at Kodiak Lounge
Where: The Kodiak, Raging Elk Hostel, 892 6th Ave
When: Thursday, December 31 from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m.
Cost: free entry
NYE 2019 at The Northern with DJs Cona and Kid EH!
Where: Northern Bar and Stage, 561 2nd Ave
When: Thursday, December 31 from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.
Cost: $25 includes champagne toast at midnight, visit Showpass.com/nyefernie.
Good Vibes New Year’s Eve
Where: Royal, 501 1st Ave
When: Thursday, December 31 from 9 p.m. to 4 a.m.
Cost: $25 guarantees entry before 11 p.m. and includes a midnight toast and snacks, visit Eventbrite.com.