Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs

Do I have to pay?

The Fernie Griz Days winter festival is comprised of many events - most of which are free to the general public. There are a handful of Griz Days events and activities that are ticketed or have a registration fee, as below.

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Key Events -  Free:

• Griz Parade (spectator)

• Ice Sculpture Display

• Extreme Griz Competition (spectator)

• Griz Bed Races (spectator)

• Lumberjack Shows

• Live Music and Beer Garden

• Fireworks

• Dummy Downhill (spectator)

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Key Events - Ticketed or Registration Fee

• Griz Pub Crawl =  $60 per person (+GST) - 19+ only

• Extreme Griz Competition (participant) = $10 per person registration fee

• Griz Bed Races (participant) = $10 per team registration fee

• Griz Parade (participant) = $25 deposit per float/group

• Griz Golf = $10 per person

Can I bring my dog?  

To the parade, yes if on a leash. But, no to most events. Service

animals are always welcome. 

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Where are the events?

Individual events are held in various locations around Fernie and at Fernie Alpine Resort, as per the schedule. Most events are held at the following locations: 2nd Avenue in downtown Fernie, Station Square (1st Ave & 6th St), Rotary Park (6th Ave & 7th St), Community Centre (Hwy 3) or Fernie Alpine Resort. 

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Who is the Griz? 

A legendary mountain man raised by Grizzlies who bring the powder 

to Fernie. 

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