What’s On in Big White
Festivals, live music, markets, family days and more in Big White over the next three months. Pick a type of event or change the dates to narrow it down.
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Later in November
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Big White Opening Day 2026/27
Big White's 2026/27 winter season opens on November 26, welcoming visitors back to the Okanagan's major ski resort for the new season. Opening depends on snow conditions, so check bigwhite.com for the latest.
Sports & Recreation
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Welcome to Winter at Big White
Big White Ski Resort’s season-opening celebration in the village: discover the season’s magic with family activities and festivities to kick off winter 2026–27. Saturday, November 28, 2026, 5:00–7:05 pm.
Events & Festivals Holiday & Seasonal Events Family & Kids
Later in December
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Big White Winter Rally
The 2026 Big White Winter Rally, presented by the West Coast Rally Association, takes place December 4–5, 2026. Rally cars compete on winter roads in the Big White area. Check the official spectator guide for viewing locations, access restrictions and the detailed schedule.
Sports & Recreation Events & Festivals
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Big Reds at Big White
A red-wine festival at Big White. A VIP private tasting runs 6–9 pm in the Kettle Valley Steakhouse ($150), and the Grand Tasting runs 7–9 pm in the Happy Valley Day Lodge ($100; tickets on sale Nov 1).
Wineries & Wine Events Food & Drink Events
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Big White's Twinkling Trail Light Up
The season’s first lighting of Big White’s Twinkling Trail, an illuminated walk through the forest from the Adventure Park trailhead in Happy Valley. Meet at 5 pm.
Holiday & Seasonal Events Family & Kids
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Santa's Workshop
Santa in the Village Centre daily from 11 am, with a free photo, elf crafts and storytime from 3:30 to 4 pm (Dec 18–23). On Christmas Eve it’s photos only, 11 am to 1 pm.
Holiday & Seasonal Events Family & Kids
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Big White's Christmas Eve Festival
Christmas Eve in the Village Centre from 4:30 pm: booths, a Loose Moose dance party and fireworks at 7 pm. The Glow Stick Parade needs pre-registration, a lift ticket and a helmet (ages 6+).
Holiday & Seasonal Events Family & Kids Events & Festivals
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Ski with Santa
Meet Santa at 10:30 am in front of the Big Chair, ski Sun Run together, then warm up with hot chocolate at Santa’s Workshop.
Holiday & Seasonal Events Family & Kids
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The Loose Moose Challenge – December
A family scavenger hunt on the slopes: pick up an adventure card at the Events Tent in the Village Centre, follow Lucy Moose's riddles across Big White's blue runs to find hidden letters and solve the mystery word, then return your card on the second afternoon for a sticker and a chance to win prizes.
Sports & Recreation Family & Kids
Later in January
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Jr. Chef Challenge
A cooking contest for ages 5–13 on the top floor of the Happy Valley Day Lodge, with contestants assembling at 3:15 pm. Tickets go on sale in November.
Family & Kids Food & Drink Events Workshops & Classes
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The Loose Moose Challenge – January
A village scavenger hunt: pick up a card at the Events Tent in the Village Centre from 9 am, then return it the next afternoon (Jan 17, 2–4 pm).
Sports & Recreation Family & Kids