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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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Workshop
All My Relations: National Day for Truth and Reconciliation – Place des Arts
Place des Arts 1120 Brunette Avenue, Coquitlam, BC, CanadaPlace des Arts is honored to host First Nations Artist and Educator, Christine Mackenzie. Last year, Christine presented and facilitated a powerful afternoon of sharing art that was appreciated by families of all ages. Christine will be back again to share her unique art perspective around the importance of the... Read more
Poetry Workshop & Gathering for Asexual Awareness Week – Coquitlam Heritage Society
Mackin House 1116 Brunette Ave., Coquitlam, BC, CanadaMarking LGBTQ History Month and Asexual Awareness Week please join us for a poetry workshop and gathering for those who identify as, or are questioning whether they may be, part of the asexual community (some of these folks may identify as asexual, demisexual, greysexual, aceflux, questioning - and many may... Read more
Candle Making for the Dark Season Workshop – Coquitlam Heritage Society
Mackin House 1116 Brunette Ave., Coquitlam, BC, CanadaAs we head into the dark time of year, join us at Mackin House to make various candles to warm and light up your home. Learn and try out dipping candles in various colours, rolled beeswax tapers, seasonally scented soy t-lights, and bayberry candles. $40 per person. $36 for CH... Read more
Miniature Baskets Workshop – Place des Arts
Place des Arts 1120 Brunette Avenue, Coquitlam, BC, CanadaJoin teacher Kristen Conboy to learn basic basketry techniques. Weave tiny baskets from cane, wicker, wire and other materials. These baskets can be hung as ornaments, used as holiday decor or given as gifts. Suitable for adults (18+) at all levels. Cost: $57
Oil Painting: Expressive Brushwork Workshop – Place des Arts
Place des Arts 1120 Brunette Avenue, Coquitlam, BC, CanadaDive into the world of oil painting with teacher Cara Bain. Explore the dynamic potential of oil painting by using brushwork to paint simple objects. Learn to create depth and dimension, capture essence and convey emotion through hands-on learning. Suitable for all levels. Cost: $37.50
Orchid Fusion Workshop at Gardenworks in Coquitlam
Gardenworks Coquitlam 2575 Barnet Highway, Coquitlam, British ColumbiaLooking for the perfect Valentine’s Day gift or date night? Craft a beautiful botanical creation fusing delicate orchids and lush tropicals! Join us in this hands on workshop to create a beautiful Orchid Fusion Terrarium! Fusing delicate orchids, with lush tropicals and the natural elements of the Pacific Northwest, you’ll... Read more
Calligraphy Script Sampler – Place des Arts
Place des Arts 1120 Brunette Avenue, Coquitlam, BC, CanadaIn this introductory workshop with artist, Ming Kong, explore East Asian calligraphy and learn proper brush grip and the common brushstrokes using the traditional mediums of brush, ink and rice paper. With a step-by-step approach, learn how to write a single Chinese calligraphy character in five different major script styles... Read more
Orchid Fusion Workshop at Gardenworks in Coquitlam
Gardenworks Coquitlam 2575 Barnet Highway, Coquitlam, British ColumbiaLooking for the perfect Valentine’s Day gift or date night? Craft a beautiful botanical creation fusing delicate orchids and lush tropicals! Join us in this hands on workshop to create a beautiful Orchid Fusion Terrarium! Fusing delicate orchids, with lush tropicals and the natural elements of the Pacific Northwest, you’ll... Read more
Festival du Bois – Mackin Park – Maillardville
Mackin Park - Maillardville' 1046 Brunette Avenue, Coquitlam, BC, CanadaExperience brilliant music and dance concerts, shows where you can dance along, special performances for kids and families, workshops, roving on-site performers, delicious French Canadian food, artisan and exhibit booths – and more! Visit the Métis Village Experience on-site for performances and stories – and an opportunity to learn more about... Read more
Spring Break Zines: Comics and Collaging Workshop – Coquitlam Heritage Society
Mackin House 1116 Brunette Ave., Coquitlam, BC, CanadaSpend your Spring Break at Mackin House and learn how to make zines through working with collaging, comics, and storytelling. Kids will be taken on a tour of our anniversary exhibit and learn about the rise of popular media through the decades by looking at retro magazines, comic books, movie... Read more