All Events

Fri May 24, 2013 - Fri May 24, 2013

YesBC presents the 3rd annual Off the Grid Festival - a FREE ALL AGES community party with a purpose! Come and enjoy great music with a view, food trucks, Parks Canada interpreters, interactive displays and a pedal-powered and solar sound stage that will feature performances by ZERBIN and an acoustic set with Mike & Keith from QUOIA; emceed by KOOL FM's Paul Allen.

Fri May 24, 2013 - Thu September 05, 2013

Come check out the goodies at the Third Avenue Market in Prince Rupert. Open from May to September, Thursdays 4:00 pm-8:00 pm.

Fri May 24, 2013 - Fri November 01, 2013

RunawayGrape offers delicious, educational and fun gourmet wine & food tastings, featuring the Best of British Columbia in Vancouver's historic Stanley Park. These inspired gourmet events offer a truly unique taste of BC;

- Elegant wine tasting settled in the gardens of Stanley Park

- Learn basic wine tasting techniques and BC grape varieties

- Explore the Okanagan, BC's main wine-growing region

- Sample a selection of BC's world class, food friendly wines

- Enjoy platters of local artisan cheese & smoked meats

- Expand your knowledge of food and wine pairing

- Indulge all of your senses on a unique culinary journey

RunawayGrape offers custom tailored private events

Fri May 24, 2013 - Sun May 26, 2013

The Shuswap Lake International Writers' Festival brings together writers, readers, published authors, editors and publishers in an exciting and stimulating 3 day festival. The full festival registration includes a Friday night coffee house, Saturday night Storytellers' Party, a day and a half of workshops (all day Saturday and Sunday morning), as well as Saturday lunch and Sunday brunch.

Fri May 24, 2013 - Sat October 05, 2013

The Sorrento Market is the place to be on a Shuswap Saturday morning. Fresh local organic produce, fine baked goods, eggs, cut flowers, preserves; Shuswap artisans sell their wares and local musicians entertain. It is fun to stroll among outdoor stalls of fresh produce and local crafts and tap your feet to the music. The Farmers' Market makes shopping a pleasure. The Sorrento Market is a community gathering place. "Come for the freshness; stay for the fun."

Fri May 24, 2013 - Fri September 27, 2013

Farm fresh produce; bedding plants & perennials; baking; local craftsmen including woodworking, painting, jewelry, clothing & baby items; honey; BC salmon; hot food items & much more.

Fri May 24, 2013 - Fri May 24, 2013

The Vancouver International Tequila Expo aims to raise the profile of Mexico's most famous spirit with British Columbians & with all Canadians. Tequila has a Denomination of Origin just like those of Cognac, Armagnac, Champagne & so many of our other beverages of choice - with intimate connections to local culture, traditions & history in their respective regions. Guests will be invited to meet a wide array of producers - many new to BC - & taste their products at the Vancouver Hyatt Regency Hotel.

Fri May 24, 2013 - Fri October 11, 2013

Come enjoy our great atmosphere while you pick up locally produced vegetables, fruit, baking and homemade goods. We are a smaller market with charm making it an excellent meeting place for family and friends. Easy access and plenty of parking.

Sat May 25, 2013 - Sat May 25, 2013

Join us as we kick off our 20 year anniversary celebrations with our new piece of art: a 6 m (20 ft) high metal rose created by local artist Roland Derks. Complimentary appetizers and tastings.

Sat May 25, 2013 - Sat May 25, 2013

Experience a fabulous day of non-stop entertainment on an outdoor stage, browse artisans and crafters tables for that unique gift and have lots of family fun at the 39th annual Alexandra Festival. And don't worry about parking - take our free shuttle from the Crescent Beach Legion parking lot on 128th beginning at 11 am.

There's something for everyone at this family event by the beach!