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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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Critter Capers – The Case of the Scrambled Eggs – Minnekhada Regional Park
Minnekhada Regional Park Coquitlam, B.C., CanadaApril fools! The prankster crows switched a bunch of eggs into the nests of others. Nature detectives of all ages are needed to help get the scrambled eggs back to their parents. Examine egg colour and size, nest materials and other evidence to help sort the eggs. Earn a detective... Read more
Spring PJ Storytime with CPL – Coquitlam Heritage Society
Mackin House 1116 Brunette Ave., Coquitlam, BC, CanadaThe Coquitlam Public Library is back in Mackin House for the spring session of PJ Storytimes. This is a quarterly collaboration with the library to bring books and stories into the community. Put on your favourite PJs and join us for an evening hour of spring themed stories and songs,... Read more
Tri-City Spring Home Show – Coquitlam
Poirier Sport & Leisure Complex 633 Poirier St., Coquitlam, BC, CanadaThe Tri-City Home Show is back @ the Poirier Sports & Leisure Complex, April 2024! The Tri-City’s ultimate one-stop shop for home improvement and building products, services, samples and advice in one convenient location over one action packed weekend! As always, show admission and parking are FREE to the public.... Read more
April Exhibition Opening Reception – Place des Arts
Place des Arts 1120 Brunette Avenue, Coquitlam, BC, CanadaCelebrate the opening of three new exhibitions: Illustrating History – Coquitlam Heritage 40th Anniversary, curated by Coquitlam Heritage Society; The First Breath, Acrylic and ink on raw canvas by Natalie Schuler and Florescence, Natural inks and botanical collage by Nathaniel Marchand. All three exhibitions will be on view at Place... Read more
Place des Arts’ presents the Traditional India Series, The Art of Kathak in collaboration with Bandish Network Society
Place des Arts 1120 Brunette Avenue, Coquitlam, BC, CanadaKathak dancing is a blend of technical skills, mime and body positioning. Discover the storytelling nature and rhythmic art of this classical Indian dance. Also, learn about its history and influence in popular culture through a one-of-a-kind presentation. On Saturday, April 20, 2:00-3:30 PM, learn the basics of Kathak in... Read more
Lunch With Us: 80s Food Workshop – Coquitlam Heritage Society
Mackin House 1116 Brunette Ave., Coquitlam, BC, CanadaCoquitlam Heritage Society is celebrating our 40th anniversary in 2024 with our exhibit Retro Reflections. Each room in Mackin House will feature a different display highlighting the history of ourselves and the community. Take a look at what it was like growing up in the 1980s and 1990s; a time... Read more
What a Wonderful World – An Evening with Triskellion Concert – Place des Arts
Place des Arts 1120 Brunette Avenue, Coquitlam, BC, CanadaJoin Rebecca Blair (harp), Michelle Carlisle (flute/voice) and Rosie Carver (fiddle), as they invite you along for a concert of soulful songs, lively jigs and pop hits – all with a wonderful Celtic twist! The three members of Triskellion will also offer interesting tidbits and insight on each song in... Read more
West Coast Amusements Carnival – Coquitlam Centre
Coquitlam Centre 2929 Barnet Hwy., Coquitlam, B.C., CanadaFour Family Generations. Three Travelling Units. One World-Class Carnival. Based in British Columbia, West Coast Amusements is the largest Canadian midway operation in Western Canada and one of the few that remains family-operated. West Coast Amusements has 125 rides, employs 500 staff at peak season, and has four travelling units.... Read more
Salmon Leave Home – Hoy Creek Linear Park
Hoy Creek 2828 McCoomb Drive, Coquitlam, British Columbia, CanadaCome and bid farewell and help release our Chum salmon Grads of 2024 as they leave us for the long journey out to sea! This is a free family-fun event that takes place rain or shine.
Oakdale Mother’s Day Self Care Market – Greater Heights Learning Academy
Greater Heights Learning Academy 550 Thompson Avenue, Coquitlam, BC, CanadaPamper yourself at the Oakdale Mother's Day Self Care Market! Join us on April 27, 2024, starting at 11:00 AM at the Greater Heights Learning Academy in Coquitlam. As Oakdale Craft Fair, we are thrilled to present this unique market that caters to the self-care needs of all the... Read more