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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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4 events,
Breaking Bread: An Exhibit About the History of Bread – Mackin House Museum
Bread – it’s simple, delicious, versatile, and ubiquitous. It has a place in almost every cuisine around the world and comes in a seemingly infinite number of formats (think pastries, gluten-free breads, wraps, even beer). Yet we rarely stop to think about how and why bread has a universal home.... Read more
BC Ale Trail North of the Fraser Tasting Passport
The North of the Fraser Ale Trail — Four riverfront communities that share a diverse and dynamic beer scene. Explore Trail throughout the month of February to collect stamps on your tasting passport. The North of the Fraser Ale Trail Tasting Passport is one of five special passport promotions we are running in Metro... Read more
Artisan in Residence Open House – Mackin House Museum
We are pleased to present our first Artisan in Residence at Mackin House. Delali Adiamah of Dehl's Gourmet will be our baker in residence from February 7th to April 28th, 2023. Join her in our kitchen to learn about her research and watch her baking process live during these open... Read more
Taste of the Tri-Cities 2023
Come Together to Support Our Tri-Cities Restaurants Local eateries will be offering you special menus and bundles from February 17 - March 112. Join us as we eat, drink, and enjoy exceptional dine-in and take out specials, all in support of restaurants within the Tri-Cities community! Treat your taste... Read more
4 events,
Artisan in Residence Open House
Artisan in Residence Open House
Join Delali Adiamah of Dehl's Gourmet, our baker in residence, to learn about her research and watch her baking process live during this open house event. Free. No Registration Required. (All Ages) March Dates: March 1, 8, 15, 22
4 events,
Oktopus: Créature – Evergreen Cultural Centre
Oktopus: Créature – Evergreen Cultural Centre
Oktopus is a major presence on the Canadian world music scene, with over 250 performances to its credit at home and abroad. The group is primarily devoted to klezmer distinguished by a novel approach that incorporates various components of the classical and Quebecois repertoire, with some jazz and Balkan accents.... Read more
5 events,
Soup & Bread: Tour, Cooking, Demo, & Lunch
Soup & Bread: Tour, Cooking, Demo, & Lunch
Celebrate the new exhibit Breaking Bread with this fun mini workshop & lunch event. Learn about how to make Lamb & Split Pea soup and bread bowls with our Artisan in Residence Delali Adiamah. Enjoy a tour of the new exhibit featuring the historical & cultural importance of bread, followed... Read more
Coquitlam Craft Beer Festival – Westwood Plateau Golf & Country Club
Coquitlam Craft Beer Festival – Westwood Plateau Golf & Country Club
After three long years, this fun event is back to quench your thirst!!!! Local craft beer festival returns to the mountain. Tokens are not required, beer and food are included. A FREE Skytrain shuttle service provided by Tourism Coquitlam. Sip and enjoy!
4 events,
Driving Me Crazy – Evergreen Cultural Centre
Driving Me Crazy, a notable new play by Linda A. Carson and Suzanne Ristic received honourable mention in the 2019 National Theatre B.C. Playwriting competition. It has received several staged readings since (Kay Meek Theatre, Gibson’s, Off the Page, Nanaimo’s Theatre One, and North Vancouver’s Bodacious reading series) and was... Read more
5 events,
Artisan in Residence Open House
Artisan in Residence Open House
Join Delali Adiamah of Dehl's Gourmet, our baker in residence, to learn about her research and watch her baking process live during this open house event. Free. No Registration Required. (All Ages) March Dates: March 1, 8, 15, 22
5 events,
Spring Break Camps
Hit the Trails Bike Camps Looking for programs for your child or youth during spring break? While most programs are full, we still have availability in a few unique offerings. Cycling BC Mountain Bike Camp (9 – 12 yrs) Monday, March 21 – Friday, March 25, 9 a.m. – 3... Read more
6 events,
Natural Remedies Workshop – Mackin House Museum
Natural Remedies Workshop – Mackin House Museum
In the heart of cold & flu season learn to make natural remedies to ease congestion & discomfort. You will make Eucalyptus/Camphor/Mint shower buddies to ease breathing, Elderberry cough syrup and homemade ginger lozenges to calm sore throats and a spiced Rosehip/Elderberry tonic and tasty Chai (tea) to support the... Read more
5 events,
Alex Zerbe: Zaniac! – Evergreen Cultural Centre
Alex Zerbe: Zaniac! – Evergreen Cultural Centre
When was the last time you laughed as hard as your kids? With captivating amounts of energy, Alex Zerbe moves like a rubber band from one end of the stage to the other. Beatboxing, juggling, dancing, singing, music and magic are just a few of the things that led Piers... Read more
4 events,
Place des Arts 2023 Spring Break Arts Camp
Registration for our 2023 camp opens on January 29 This one-of-a-kind Spring Break camp for children ages 5-14 is a great way to ignite creativity! Register your child for a block of activities in the visual, literary and performing arts. Our small camp sizes ensure that attendees receive individualized attention.... Read more
6 events,
Fire Festival – Town Centre Park
Celebrate Iranian New Years with us! We will have traditional fire jumping, entertainment, and food options!
Children’s Bread Making Workshop
Children’s Bread Making Workshop
Join Artisan Baker in Residence Delali Adiamah for a fun morning learning about bread making. Mix, knead and learn in our heritage kitchen and then try out some tasty samples. Please note these breads will contain gluten $5 per child. (Ages 5+) Registration Required. Workshop running on March 14 and... Read more
6 events,
Artisan in Residence Open House
Artisan in Residence Open House
Join Delali Adiamah of Dehl's Gourmet, our baker in residence, to learn about her research and watch her baking process live during this open house event. Free. No Registration Required. (All Ages) March Dates: March 1, 8, 15, 22
5 events,
Salt Dough Art Making Spring Break Workshop
Salt Dough Art Making Spring Break Workshop
Our spring break programs are all about bread! Visit the museum for a tour of our Breaking Bread exhibit, followed by a fun session of making an art piece to take home from salt dough. Snacks & drinks are also included in your two hours with us. Registration Required. $5... Read more
5 events,
5 events,
5 events,
Children’s Bread Making Workshop
Children’s Bread Making Workshop
Join Artisan Baker in Residence Delali Adiamah for a fun morning learning about bread making. Mix, knead and learn in our heritage kitchen and then try out some tasty samples. Please note these breads will contain gluten $5 per child. (Ages 5+) Registration Required. Workshop running on March 14 and... Read more
6 events,
Westcoast Amusements Carnival – Coquitlam Centre
Four Family Generations. Three Travelling Units. One World-Class Carnival. The Carnival is coming to Coquitlam Centre for another year! The C\carnival will once again be in the Southwest Parking Lot, located on the corner of Barnet Highway and Johnson Street. West Coast Amusements travel over 24,000 miles each year, Coquitlam... Read more
Artisan in Residence Open House
Artisan in Residence Open House
Join Delali Adiamah of Dehl's Gourmet, our baker in residence, to learn about her research and watch her baking process live during this open house event. Free. No Registration Required. (All Ages) March Dates: March 1, 8, 15, 22
6 events,
Salt Dough Art Making Spring Break Workshop
Salt Dough Art Making Spring Break Workshop
Our spring break programs are all about bread! Visit the museum for a tour of our Breaking Bread exhibit, followed by a fun session of making an art piece to take home from salt dough. Snacks & drinks are also included in your two hours with us. Registration Required. $5... Read more
8 events,
Tri-City Spring Home Show – Coquitlam
March 24-26, 2023 – Poirier Sports Complex, 633 Poirier Rd, Coquitlam BC The Tri-City Home Show is back @ the Poirier Sports & Leisure Complex this March! The Tri-City’s ultimate one-stop shop for home improvement and building products, services, and advice in one convenient location! Hours Friday March... Read more
Festival du Bois – Mackin Park – Maillardville
Rooted in the French-Canadian community and heritage of the Maillardville area in Coquitlam, Festival du Bois is the largest and most popular celebration of francophone music and culture in BC. The festival presents some of the finest Québécois, francophone, and roots music artists in the Grand Chapiteau (Big Tent), Children's... Read more
8 events,
Spring Clothing Drive: Donate for a Cause
Spring Clothing Drive: Donate for a Cause
Clean out your closet and give back to your community! Participate to win a home cleaning service worth up to $200 courtesy of Tri Cities Cleaning Services. Bring at least 2 large bags of clothes or home decor to be entered into our draw for a cleaning service consisting of... Read more
Rehearsal Hall Sessions | Wayang Kulit: Japanese Shadow Puppetry – Evergreen Cultural Centre
Rehearsal Hall Sessions | Wayang Kulit: Japanese Shadow Puppetry – Evergreen Cultural Centre
Witness shadows, puppets, myths, and legends come to life in this spectacular adaptation of one of the oldest forms of puppet theatre in the world. Sutrisno Hartana, a master Indonesian dalang (or puppeteer) who was appointed court musician at the Paku Alaman Palace in 2004, performs a solo version of... Read more
8 events,
John Reischman & The Jaybirds – Evergreen Cultural Centre
John Reischman & The Jaybirds – Evergreen Cultural Centre
Like the powerful mandolinist and composer at its helm, John Reischman and the Jaybirds fashion a stylish take on bluegrass that seamlessly blends original songs and instrumentals with Appalachian old-time music for a truly unique band sound. Now in their 20th year, with seven acclaimed albums and two Juno nominations,... Read more
5 events,
Crisis On Planet Z! – Evergreen Cultural Centre
Crisis on Planet Z! is an environmental, science-fiction play for young audiences. Zephyr and their alien species the Alphabetians are celebrating 100 years of being on Planet Z when Zephyr makes a new friend and a horrifying discovery: a fuzzy Ziffle shows them how Alphabetians haven’t been ‘improving’ the planet,... Read more
The Hidden Lives Behind Coquitlam’s Corner Stores Exhibit Opening Reception – Mackin House Museum – Coquitlam Heritage Society
The Hidden Lives Behind Coquitlam’s Corner Stores Exhibit Opening Reception – Mackin House Museum – Coquitlam Heritage Society
With a growing city and a rapidly changing economic landscape, many local businesses in Coquitlam may not be around tomorrow. Each business owner has a personal story about why they opened their store. Coquitlam Heritage has documented corner stores that serve our community and will be on display at Place... Read more
March Exhibitions Opening Reception – Place des Arts
March Exhibitions Opening Reception – Place des Arts
Attend our free opening reception for four exhibitions! Corner Stores curated by Coquitlam Heritage Society; I want to think about feminism, but I have to think about climate change by Alex Sandvoss; Trash by Jeongmin Ahn and Meltdown: The Second Wave by Vin Arora. The exhibitions will be on view... Read more
6 events,
Community Annual Easter Egg Hunt – MLA Selina Robinson
Community Annual Easter Egg Hunt – MLA Selina Robinson
Please join us for a free community Easter Egg Hunt. Kids can enjoy: -decorating eggs, -crafts, -face painting, -pictures with our mascot at the photo booth and, -after the egg hunt, all kids will receive goodie bags. Easter Egg Hunt Times: 11:00 am - 5 years and under 11:30... Read more
Coquitlam Easter Egg Hunt – Glen Park
Coquitlam Easter Egg Hunt – Glen Park
Search for Easter eggs & receive a goodie bag! This event will also feature lots of fun and snacks, including bouncy castles, popcorn & cotton candy! Join us for some family fun, no registration required! Bring your own basket!
Krystle Dos Santos – Evergreen Cultural Centre
Krystle Dos Santos – Evergreen Cultural Centre
Krystle Dos Santos is an extraordinary blues, jazz and soul singer based out of Vancouver, Canada. With a voice that is commanding, powerful and rich with talent, her music, inspired by classic and neo-soul combined with contemporary hip-hop and R&B elements is executed brilliantly; It’s simultaneously elegant, bold and sensual... Read more