Winter In The Wild returns to Elkford for Family Day long weekend

Have some fun on Family Day long weekend and celebrate Winter in the Wild in Elkford, Feb. 13 to Feb. 15, 2026. 

The celebration kicks off Friday night with fireworks at Wapiti Ski Hill. For the best view, a guided snowshoe trek will lead attendees to a scenic outlook.

Festivities continue Saturday and Sunday with a wide range of events for those seeking action, relaxation or food and drink.

Activities include the Winter in the Wild snow sculpture competition, a slow-pitch game, youth archery, swimming, skating, cardboard toboggan races, day skiing, snowboarding, night skiing, rail jam and dummy downhill.

The more lowkey activities consist of a scavenger hunt, arts and crafts, ski hill bingo, family dance choreography, an art show and sale. 

There will be events with food fun, including a pancake breakfast, turkey toss, beers gardens, and concession in the arena.

For more details follow the District of Elkford on Facebook, and watch the page for updates to come, including the official Winter In the Wild 2026 brochure and map.


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Layne Gallant
Layne Gallant
Layne is beginning her broadcast journalism career and joined Vista Radio in 2025. She grew up in Saskatoon and graduated from the Radio and Television Broadcasting program at Western Academy Broadcasting College in June 2025. She moved to Cranbrook in fall 2025. She is a lifelong animal lover, especially cats, and has a background in competitive dance. She is excited to call Cranbrook home and get to know the community.

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