Welcome to Winter
Guests can explore a seasonal market featuring vendors with treats and cozy winter goods alongside complimentary popcorn and cotton candy. The celebration features live fire artistry performances by Kinshira Entertainment in the Village Centre. The evening wraps up with a fireworks display lighting up the sky outside The Bullwheel restaurant.
What to Expect
Winter kickoff celebration featuring an artisan market, fire shows, and fireworks
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Village Centre
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Big White Ski Resort Ltd.
Food & Drink
The event offers complimentary popcorn and cotton candy, market vendors sell treats, and Clocktower Coffee serves hot chocolate until 7:30 pm.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and visitors of all ages
Vibe
Festive and fiery
Energy Level
Moderate
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
High
Location
Know Before You Go
- Hours: Event: 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm (the page header also gives an end time of 07:05 PM). Fire shows: 5:30 pm and 6:30 pm, each lasting 20 minutes. Fireworks: 7:00 pm. Clocktower Coffee will serve until 7:30 pm.
Tips & Advice
- Arrive at the Village Centre before the 5:30 pm fire show; the performance lasts 20 minutes, and another begins at 6:30 pm.
- Head outside The Bullwheel before 7:00 pm to catch the fireworks finale from its stated viewing location.
- Bring warm layers for the evening, since the market, fire shows, and fireworks are described outdoors.
- Use Lara’s Gondola if helpful: it operates from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm on event night.
- Smoke only in designated smoking areas; smoking of any kind is prohibited elsewhere on resort property.
Special Events & Promotions
- A seasonal market and two fire shows take place during the evening kickoff on November 28, followed by fireworks.
- Complimentary popcorn and cotton candy are offered at the event.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Welcome to Winter for?
The winter-season kickoff is described as fun for all ages, making it an option for families and friends.
What can I see and do during the celebration?
Browse the market, watch Kinshira Entertainment’s fire artistry in the Village Centre, and see the fireworks outside The Bullwheel.
What food and drinks are available?
Market vendors offer treats, complimentary popcorn and cotton candy are available, and Clocktower Coffee serves hot chocolate.
How long do the fire shows last?
Each of Kinshira Entertainment’s two fire shows lasts 20 minutes.
What should I know about smoking at the resort?
Smoking, including tobacco, marijuana, e-cigarettes and vaporizers, is prohibited outside designated smoking areas on resort property.
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