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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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Calendar of Events
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Stop by the museum on Saturdays in April for some self-guided spring and Easter themed arts and crafts. Come by anytime during our open hours for colouring pages and craft making, all materials provided. Free. RSVP Appreciated. Drop-ins welcome.
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Mark your calendars! The second Tri-Cities Writers Festival is taking place May 28-31, 2025. We’re so excited to bring this festival back to the Tri-Cities, and invite you to join us as we welcome 13 celebrated authors to our communities. This is a partnership event between Coquitlam Public Library, Port... Read more |
6 events,
Looking to the stars and tracing the constellations offers a reminder of the expansiveness of time and the stories and practices that situate us within the vastness of the universe. Working across sculpture, painting, textiles, new media and video, the artists in the exhibition Multitudes draw inspiration from fantasy, the... Read more
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Venez célébrer le 70e anniversaire des Scouts francophones le 31 mai de 15h30 à 19h30 à Maillardville Community Centre. Peinture sur visage, bricolage, Photo booth, chants à l’unisson et des activités guidées par nos Scouts seront au rendez-vous. L'événement est gratuit mais nous vous demandons de réserver une place car... Read more
FREE
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Looking to the stars and tracing the constellations offers a reminder of the expansiveness of time and the stories and practices that situate us within the vastness of the universe. Working across sculpture, painting, textiles, new media and video, the artists in the exhibition Multitudes draw inspiration from fantasy, the... Read more
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Gamelan Bike Bike draws its musical inspiration from Bali, Indonesia and its raw materials from the scrap metal bins of Vancouver. Founded as a community-based project, the ensemble brings together a diverse group of artists to materialize and animate new experimental instruments. They transformed over 100 discarded bicycle frames, along... Read more
$25
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JOIN THE 5th ANNUAL BC TRAILS DAY celebrations! BC Trails Day is part of the international celebration of Trails Day on the first Saturday of June. BC Trails Day serves to foster awareness about responsible recreation and environmental stewardship while promoting access to and enjoyment of our province's outdoor spaces.... Read more |
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Led by Artistic Director Yvonne Chartrand, V’ni Dansi (‘Come and Dance’ in Mitchif) is dedicated to sharing the stories and culture of the Mitchif (Métis), through both traditional and contemporary dance. La Mitchin di Mitchif is a new Indigenous contemporary dance work created through an international collaboration with Santa Fe’s... Read more |
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Nothing says summer like a delicious strawberry! Get a taste of the season with the Strawberry Festival at the Coquitlam Farmers Market on Sun June 15th. Enjoy fresh strawberries, desserts and baked goods from local farmers and vendors. Strawberry shortcake will also be available for purchase. Proceeds support our Power... Read more |
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Stop by the museum on the evenings of the 19th and 20th for our June pin making nights! Read about the history of activism pins used within LGBTQ+ history, learn about some common symbols used in different Pride celebrations throughout the years, and make your own pins. Free. No Registration... Read more
FREE
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The 128th British Columbia Highland Games at Coquitlam’s Town Centre Park, starts Friday June 20 with live Celtic music from Tiller's Folly, Collage Trad and Bob Collins. Jak’s whisky gourmet takes place on the Main Stage and BC’s top-level pipers compete in open piobaireachd in the Cultural Tent. Friday is... Read more |
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The Challenge starts at the base of the Coquitlam Crunch at the Scott Creek Community Gardens and the full loop (up and down) of the Crunch trail is approximately 4.4km, taking the average person (walking) anywhere from 1 to 1.5 hours. The Coquitlam Crunch Diversity Challenge offers something for everyone... Read more
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Come enjoy the Summer Solstice with a Psychic Reading! Shop the Enchanted Market for beautiful artisan wares on theme! Over 40+ Artisans and 14 Psychics! Food Truck. Charity Raffle *Enjoy The Drink Cartel for Mocktails and Cocktails with Seasonal Flair FREE ADMISSION! Door Prize Draws! FREE Gifts for first 100... Read more |
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Visit us from 12pm-2pm on the last Tuesday of each month for our Afternoon Tea Tours at Mackin House. Get a curators talk tour from our Exhibitions Manager on our current exhibits, and enjoy tea and scones in our heritage house dining room and parlour. $8 Per Person. Registration Required.
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Start off your Canada Day Celebrations with an electrifying night celebrating Canada’s most legendary divas! Join powerhouse performer Molly Wilson as she pays tribute to our “true, north, strong, and fabulous” with a show-stopping musical comedy cabaret. From Anne to Alanis, Carly to Celine, and K.D. Lang to Joni, Molly... Read more
$35
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Celebrate Canada Day in Coquitlam on Tuesday, July 1, 2025, at Town Centre Park! This free, family-friendly event offers live music, multicultural performances, diverse food options, and a spectacular fireworks display. Enjoy interactive activities, explore cultural exhibits, and participate in inclusive celebrations that honor both Canadian and Indigenous heritage. We... Read more
FREE
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Join us again for our summer session of PJ Storytime! Held collaboratively with the Coquitlam Public Library, come dressed in your favourite PJs to listen to stories in our heritage house museum and enjoy some snacks and drinks afterwards. Suitable for kids ages 3-5. |
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Salsa Dance Zone presents a free dance event to the community of the Tri-Cities! Join us for our 5th Annual Town Centre Park Plaza Fiesta in Coquitlam. The event is for everybody of all ages! Free dance lessons & dance party with Alberto & Teresa.
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Join us for Flavours of the Market July 6th! We’re inviting some of our vendors to get in-depth with their products through cooking demos, food talks and, of course, a few samples. Head to the demo tent throughout the day to learn more about our vendors and get a taste... Read more |