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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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Lights at Lafarge Winter Lights Display
Produced by the City of Coquitlam and presented by Coquitlam Centre, Lights at Lafarge is Metro Vancouver’s largest free outdoor winter lights display. Stay tuned to our website and social media channels for updates throughout the season. The event will run from Friday, November 24, 2023 until the end of February... Read more
BC Ale Trail: North of the Fraser Tasting Passport
Explore the North of the Fraser Ale Trail throughout the month of February to collect stamps on your tasting passport. Easily accessible by SkyTrain, the riverfront communities of Burnaby, Coquitlam, New Westminster and Port Coquitlam offer great food, shopping, and outdoor activities to go along with a diverse and dynamic... Read more
Taste of the Tri-Cities 2024
Indulge your taste buds in the flavors of the Tri-Cities! Come join us from February 16 to March 10 for the Taste of the Tri-Cities festival and savor the culinary delights of our local food and beverage establishments. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to experience the diverse and delicious offerings... Read more
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Coquitlam Craft & Ale Festival – Westwood Plateau Golf & Country Club
Coquitlam Craft & Ale Festival – Westwood Plateau Golf & Country Club
Back again is our Annual Craft Festival. This year you will be able to sample your favourite craft beer as well as cider, spirits and wine. Of course you will want to come hungry to take advantage of all the food stations as well. Get home safe with the complimentary... Read more
SHARE’s IMAGINE 2024: No Place Like Home – Great Canadian Casino
SHARE’s IMAGINE 2024: No Place Like Home – Great Canadian Casino
Discover what is waiting for you down the yellow brick road. Embark on a whimsical adventure down the yellow brick road at IMAGINE 'No Place Like Home.' Experience the enchanting charm of our beloved Tri-Cities as you indulge in delectable appetizers from nearby restaurants, revel in a myriad of entertainment,... Read more
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Musical Matinées: The Planets – Evergreen Cultural Centre
Musical Matinées: The Planets – Evergreen Cultural Centre
The Bergmann Duo will present Gustav Holst’s sonic, celestial masterpiece, The Planets – one of classical music’s most exciting and beloved works – performing Holst’s own two piano version, accompanied by some beautiful visual imagery. Holst’s The Planets is colourful, emotional, and full of movement exactly what you’d expect from a trip... Read more
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Festival du Bois – Mackin Park – Maillardville
Experience 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
‘Paths’ Curator’s Tour – Art Gallery at Evergreen Cultural Centre
‘Paths’ Curator’s Tour – Art Gallery at Evergreen Cultural Centre
Join the AGE curator for a drop-in lunch time tour of "Paths". This event is free to attend, drop-ins welcome. "Paths" features artwork by twenty-two Canadian artists exploring paths, both real and imagined, through the mediums of painting, drawing, sculpture, photography, collage and printmaking. The exhibited works show us that... Read more
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James Keelaghan & Jez Lowe – Evergreen Cultural Centre
James Keelaghan & Jez Lowe – Evergreen Cultural Centre
A chance-meeting at a folk festival almost thirty years ago has led to a musical collaboration between two singer-songwriters, James Keelaghan from Canada and Jez Lowe from England, that has seen them play to audiences around the globe, from North America to Australia and to Europe, and which continues to... Read more
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The Arrogant Worms – Evergreen Cultural Centre
The Arrogant Worms – Evergreen Cultural Centre
The Arrogant Worms have spent over three decades making fun of a big dumb world. Their songs have been played on the radio, the internet, and in outer space (on the space shuttle Endeavour). The Worms began at Queen’s University in 1991 when some members of the student cabaret group,... Read more
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Arts Club ON Tour: Made In Italy – Evergreen Cultural Centre
Meet Francesco Mantini, a second-generation Italian teen struggling to find his place in Jasper, Alberta. Inspired by pop culture icons Rocky Balboa and John Travolta, he reinvents himself as Frank Martin: crooner and ladies’ man. As buoyant and bubbly as a glass of prosecco, Made in Italy is a celebration... Read more
Persian New Year Fire Festival – Town Centre Park
Persian New Year Fire Festival – Town Centre Park
Join us in commemorating Chaharshanbe Suri, the vibrant Iranian fire festival, on the eve of the last Wednesday before Nowruz (Iranian New Year). Fire jumping, live performances and New Years market - there is something for everyone!
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Button Making Night – Coquitlam Heritage Society
Button Making Night – Coquitlam Heritage Society
Protest buttons have been a staple in activism and demonstrations since the 20th century, whether it was about the Vietnam war, environmentalism, or nuclear power. Join our walk-in button making night any time between 4-8pm and create something to show your support for a cause you feel strongly about. All... Read more
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Glen Pine Live: St. Patrick’s Day – The Midlife Band
Glen Pine Live: St. Patrick’s Day – The Midlife Band
Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with an evening of great music and good food. The live band playing will have your toes tapping and the luck of the Irish in everyone will make this a lively celebration. Dressing up in green is optional. Menu: Burger bar, Salad, Vegetables and Dip. Dessert:... Read more
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Arts Club ON Tour: Made In Italy – Evergreen Cultural Centre
Arts Club ON Tour: Made In Italy – Evergreen Cultural Centre
Meet Francesco Mantini, a second-generation Italian teen struggling to find his place in Jasper, Alberta. Inspired by pop culture icons Rocky Balboa and John Travolta, he reinvents himself as Frank Martin: crooner and ladies’ man. As buoyant and bubbly as a glass of prosecco, Made in Italy is a celebration... Read more
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Arts Club ON Tour: Made In Italy – Evergreen Cultural Centre
Arts Club ON Tour: Made In Italy – Evergreen Cultural Centre
Meet Francesco Mantini, a second-generation Italian teen struggling to find his place in Jasper, Alberta. Inspired by pop culture icons Rocky Balboa and John Travolta, he reinvents himself as Frank Martin: crooner and ladies’ man. As buoyant and bubbly as a glass of prosecco, Made in Italy is a celebration... Read more
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Spring Break Festival – Evergreen Cultural Centre
Our Spring Break Festival is back, featuring two shows from the almost-world-famous Dufflebag Theatre Company! Join us for Cinderella and Robin Hood from March 19 - 21, 2024. 10AM & 1PM Daily! The “nearly world-famous” DuffleBag Theatre has been performing since 1992 starting at the London International Children’s Festival, in... Read more
Spring Break Zines: Comics and Collaging Workshop – Coquitlam Heritage Society
Spend 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
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Thursday Mashup: Creative Book Club – Coquitlam Heritage Society
Thursday Mashup: Creative Book Club – Coquitlam Heritage Society
Do you have a creative hobby or interest that you love collecting books on? Whether you love browsing through art books on different forms of art making, cookbooks on different cultural foods, or books on movie and video game creation, stop by anytime Thursday night between 4-8pm to browse through... Read more
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‘Paths’ Happy Hour Artist Tour & Talk- hosted by the Art Gallery at Evergreen
‘Paths’ Happy Hour Artist Tour & Talk- hosted by the Art Gallery at Evergreen
Join us for a Happy Hour artist talk with Silas Ng and curatorial tour of "Paths" on Friday, March 22 at 5:30PM. This event will be delivered in ASL. Ng will introduce his practice and new public art installation Music in My Eyes (2020-) which is currently on view on... Read more
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The McDades – Evergreen Cultural Centre
The McDades – Evergreen Cultural Centre
ABOUT THE MCDADES Punching through the walls of tradition, The McDades’ Celtic-rooted music fuses the spontaneity of jazz improvisation and infectious global rhythms. The JUNO award winners’ cutting edge sound is the perfect complement to their fiery performances. At the heart of the group are siblings Shannon, Solon, and... Read more
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Community Nowruz Celebration – Coquitlam Heritage Society
Community Nowruz Celebration – Coquitlam Heritage Society
Coquitlam Heritage invites the community to come together and celebrate the Persian New Year at Mackin House, on March 28, 7pm-9pm. Connect with your neighbours through a sharing of food and discussions on your memories and experiences of Nowruz, and what this celebration means to you. Drinks and food will... Read more
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Spring Festival Fair (2024 Chinese Lunar New Year Festival)
Join the Tri-City Chinese Community Society's Spring Festival Fair at Town Centre Park on Saturday, March 30th and Sunday, March 31st!
Lunch With Us: 80s Food Workshop – Coquitlam Heritage Society
Lunch With Us: 80s Food Workshop – Coquitlam Heritage Society
Put on your party gear and travel back in time with us to the era of spinach dips, cheese balls, and carrot cake. Spend an afternoon learning all about popular finger foods from the 80s and 90s and try your hand on some retro appetizer and dessert recipes. Enjoy your... Read more
Rehearsal Hall Sessions: The Dimes – Evergreen Cultural Centre
Rehearsal Hall Sessions: The Dimes – Evergreen Cultural Centre
ABOUT THE SHOW Travel through the decades with The Dimes! With gorgeous three part harmony The Dimes will take you on a nostalgic trip down a musical memory lane. Music from the 1950s all the way to Y2K means there is something for everyone to enjoy. Not only will you... Read more
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Easter Brunch – Westwood Plateau Golf & Country Club
Easter Brunch – Westwood Plateau Golf & Country Club
Hop into a delightful Easter celebration at our prestigious Golf and Country Club! Indulge in a lavish spread by Chef Mario of gourmet dishes, from savory delights to sweet treats, all while basking in the picturesque views of Mount Baker. Gather family and friends for an unforgettable Easter Brunch experience... Read more
Wonderland: Great Easter Egg Hunt
Wonderland: Great Easter Egg Hunt
Peter Rabbit and Lily Bobtail Rabbit invite all their little (AND not so little) friends to Easter Egg Hunt. Peter Rabbit and his funny friends animals are working happily to prepare Outdoor Easter Carnival games and festive Easter crafts, as well as many other activities for you! Mr. McGregor already... Read more