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Coquitlam is a hub of cultural, arts, sporting and family-friendly events, with plenty of festivities to keep you entertained year round. Browse our Festivals & Events calendar below.
While we do our best to keep our Calendar of Events up to date, with the current rapid changes in event decisions, please visit the actual event website or contact the event organizers to confirm the event is happening.
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history & heritage
Fraser Mills: Foundation of a Community – Mackin House
Mackin House 1116 Brunette Ave., Coquitlam, BC, CanadaThe Ross McLaren Company began sawmill operations on the Fraser River in 1890, beginning a company that was destined for economic ups and downs, several name changes and numerous expansions. Commonly called Fraser Mills, it was also the Canadian Western Lumber Company, and until it closed, the Crown Zellerbach Company.... Read more
Cricket: The Sticky Wicket Game – Coquitlam Sports Hall of Fame
Poirier Sport & Leisure Complex 633 Poirier St., Coquitlam, BC, CanadaCricket has a long and proud history around the world. As part of the British colonial legacy, the complex yet popular game has spread to all corners of the globe, even Coquitlam. Cricket: The Sticky Wicket Game looks at the thriving cricket community in the Lower Mainland, focusing on the... Read more
Canada Day in Coquitlam – Town Centre Park
Town Centre Park 1299 Pinetree Way, CoquitlamWe acknowledge with gratitude and respect that we are gathering on the shared, traditional and ancestral lands of the kʷikʷəƛ̓əm (Kwikwetlem), sq̓əc̓iy̓aɁɬ təməxʷ (Katzie), and other Coast Salish Peoples. Coquitlam recognizes that Canada Day can mean different things for different members of our community. As a result, the City has... Read more
Summer Craft Mornings – July – Coquitlam Heritage Society
Mackin House 1116 Brunette Ave., Coquitlam, BC, CanadaWe have expanded the Summer Craft mornings to occur every Friday! Summer is the best time to enjoy the train station and caboose. Listen to stories and make a fun craft every Friday morning in July. Parental attendance is required. Each session runs from 11:30am-12:30pm. FREE - registration appreciated. Weekly... Read more
Collecting Vintage During the Pandemic with Ivan Sayers – Coquitlam Heritage Society
Place des Arts 1120 Brunette Avenue, Coquitlam, BC, CanadaWe are thrilled to partner with Ivan Sayers for a fashion show featuring new pieces from the collection acquired during the pandemic. As people grappled with restrictions around COVID-19, they began rummaging through closets. Many of the fashion history treasures discovered will be shown for the first time. Ticket includes... Read more
Historic Places – Day Walking Tours – Coquitlam Heritage Society
Mackin House 1116 Brunette Ave., Coquitlam, BC, CanadaJoin us for walking tours in celebration of Historic Places Day! Learn about the history of Maillardville and enjoy a stroll lead by Coquitlam Heritage staff. These tours last around 1 hour, some uphill walking is required. Complimentary cool drinks will be available. July 16: 11am - English Tour 1pm... Read more
Music in the Square with Sangre Morena
Heritage Square 1116 Brunette Ave, Coquitlam, British Columbia, CanadaJoin us in Heritage Square to celebrate summer with our new Music in the Square concert series. Our July performance features Latin & flamenco duo Sangre Morena. Bring along a camping chair or blanket and enjoy an hour of free music. (Some chairs will be provided) Join us in front... Read more
Caribbean Days Festival 2022
Town Centre Park 1299 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam*** 2022 Festival Moves To Town Centre Park near Coquitlam Centre *** BREAKING NEWS! Caribbean Days Festival returns for 2022 in a brand new location! After a two year hiatus, Caribbean Days is back in full force this July 23rd & 24th. For the occasion, we’re unveiling our biggest move in... Read more
Music in the Square Drum Circle with Steve Sacky
Heritage Square 1116 Brunette Ave, Coquitlam, British Columbia, CanadaJoin us in Heritage Square to celebrate summer with our new Music in the Square concert series. Join musician Steve Sacky for an interactive drum circle! Bring along your drum or use the ones provided. Also bring a camping chair or blanket and enjoy an hour of free music. (Some... Read more
Music in the Square with Blackthorn Blossoms
Heritage Square 1116 Brunette Ave, Coquitlam, British Columbia, CanadaJoin us in Heritage Square to celebrate summer with our new Music in the Square concert series. Join Celtic trip Blackthorn Blossoms for the final performance in this series. Bring a camping chair or blanket and enjoy an hour of free music. (Some chairs will be provided) Join us in... Read more