What is Griz Days and when does it take place?

A legendary mountain man raised by Grizzlies who bring the powder to Fernie. We celebrate him every winter to bring epic pow to Fernie!

The annual Griz Days Festival is traditionally Fernie’s biggest event, encompassing the entire community from Fernie Alpine Resort to the Provincial Park to the Highway and Historic Downtown Fernie.

Griz Days takes place the First Weekend of March.

Best Mountain Festival 2023 Winner

Fernie Griz Days is the winner of Avenue Magazine’s 2023 Best Mountain Festival. Readers voted for their favourite places to eat, stay and play in the mountains near Calgary.

Thank you to everyone who voted! We can’t wait to see you in 2024!