Celebrate the start of ski season at Fernie Alpine Resort’s Winter Opening Day on Saturday, December 6, 2025.

Be part of the excitement as we spin the lifts for the first time, enjoy early-season skiing and riding, and soak up the mountain atmosphere. Check the Snow Report for terrain updates, lift openings, and early-season conditions. Plan ahead, grab your pass, and join us for the first turns of winter in Fernie, BC.

The fan favourite Ski Bingo is back!

Bingo will run from December 20th - 24th and again from December 29th - 31st.

Use this digital bingo card! Snap a picture with the lift signs and complete the challenges until you get bingo (4 in a row)! Come to a Slopeside cafe craft session to show us your photos, show us a video of your new tricks or tell us your stories and you'll have the chance to enter a draw to win some fun prizes!

Come to the Daylodge craft session from 12:30pm-2:30pm on December 24th to be entered in the draw!

Are you looking for some family-friendly activities to do while shredding on the hill or recovering from it?

Join us for crafts, group activities, and family events from December 20th - January 3rd! We have a variety of daily and weekly events to choose from.

If you have any questions, feel free to email [email protected]!

December 23rd & 24th

Enjoy a few laps with Santa and his helpful elf on the hill as they spread holiday cheer all across the resort! Catch them cruising the groomers and stopping for festive photos. Holiday outfits are encouraged!

10 AM to 12 PM - Skiing with Santa on the Lower Mountain

12:30PM to 2 PM - Photos with Santa in the Daylodge

Hey, Trivia Champs! Are you ready to unleash your brain power? Gear up for an epic evening of festive Trivia at Legend’s Restaurant!

Our hosts are armed with questions on everything under the sun, and your table is in for the ultimate challenge. Plus, treat your taste buds to some of the legendary delights from our menu.

Get in on the action, show off your brilliance, have some fun, and soak up the good times with food, drinks, and your favourite trivia-loving pals.

Seating is first come, first served, so hustle in early to snag your spot – you won’t want to miss this legendary showdown!

Spend Christmas Day surrounded by family, friends, and the flavours of the season.
Our traditional Christmas Buffet returns with all your festive favourites — from classic roasted turkey and maple-glazed ham to garlic mashed potatoes, seasonal vegetables, and an irresistible dessert table.

Spend Christmas evening relaxing and refuelling at Legends Restaurant. Whether you’re hungry after a day on the ski hill, staying slopeside without a kitchen, or simply don’t feel like cooking, Legends has you covered.

The Christmas dinner menu features some Legends favourites, plus a special holiday turkey dinner with all the trimmings — tender turkey, creamy mashed potatoes, classic stuffing, seasonal vegetables, and pumpkin pie for dessert.  Check out the special Christmas Dinner Menu HERE

Dinner goes from 5pm - 8pm and reservations are strongly recommended.  Stop by Legend's in the plaza to book your spot.   Walk-ins are welcome based on seating availability.

Gather with family and friends, enjoy a cozy atmosphere, and let us take care of Christmas dinner so you can focus on what matters most: great food, good company, and an amazing day on the mountain.

Follow clues around the hill and solve the puzzle!

Family ski hill scavenger will run from December 26th -28th and again from January 1st-3rd!

Check out the clues below and they'll lead you to gingerbread people hidden around the hill. The gingerbread people each have a letter written on them. Collect the letters and unscramble them to find the secret clue! Bring the clue to a Slopeside family craft session and you can enter in for a chance to win some fun prizes!

Enjoy the Holidays by night skiing on The Mighty Moose, with the slope lit up from 4pm to 9pm!

Ski under the lights and enjoy this fun experience with your family!

A Lift Ticket or Season Pass is required to access the lift and slope.

Your daytime lift ticket is valid for night skiing (on the same day), or night ski-only tickets are available at Fernie Alpine Resort Rental Shop.

*Please note:  Night Skiing will pause briefly at approx. 4:45 pm for 10-15 minutes while our cat crew freshens up the slope with a quick groom.

2025/26 Night Skiing Schedule:
December 26 - January 3
February 13-15
Every Saturday from December 27 - April 4

Join us for a cozy and creative evening on the mountain! Our instructor-led Paint Night is perfect for ages 16 and up. Enjoy step-by-step guidance from Rozzy Hibbard as you create your own Polar Peak inspired masterpiece, all while relaxing with a beverage in hand. A fun, social and stress-free way to spend an evening at the resort! The price includes one alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverage of your choice.

Follow Rozzy on Instagram @rozzyhibbardillustration to see more of her work!

EVENT DETAILS

Location: Slopeside Cafe (in the plaza)

Price: $65 including GST (includes one alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverage)

Registration:  Done online, limited spaces available.
December 27th Registration UPDATE:  Spaces are now SOLD OUT.
Email [email protected] to be put onto a waitlist for the event in case of any cancellations.

There are still some spaces for our Family Paint Night with Rozzy on January 2nd!  More details on that event can be found here: https://skifernie.com/blog/eventara/family-paint-night/

Or check out another one of our craft and sip nights - felt and sip night with Marissa on December 29th.  There are limited spaces available for that event.  Details can be found here: https://skifernie.com/blog/eventara/snowglobe-needle-felting-workshop/