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Festivals & Events
Throughout the year, BC communities host a wide range of events celebrating food, drink, culture, the arts, and more
In British Columbia, the calendar of events is as diverse as the residents themselves.
Cheer on elite athletes, support talented artists, enjoy cultural festivals, mark the changing seasons, and observe the province’s wildlife. Whether you’re indulging in regional delicacies, feeling the music, or taking in the spectacle alongside friendly locals, a good time is guaranteed.
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Learn moreMay 09, 2026 - May 09, 2026
BC Ukrainian Cultural Festival
Fraser Valley & Fraser Canyon
Join us for our 29th annual Ukrainian Cultural Festival at the Clarke Theatre. Partake in Ukrainian foods such as perogies, cabbage rolls, and kovbasa. Purchase Ukrainian wares are available from over 20 authentic vendors. Experience Ukrainian dancing by seeing over 200 dancers compete for medals and coveted trophies.
September 19, 2025 - September 19, 2025
Night Market -Taste of Abby
Abbotsford
Taste of Abby festivities kick off with the outdoor Night Market, where you can indulge in specialty culinary and libation offerings that highlight the best local flavours, all set to the soundtrack of the Fraser Valley’s top musicians.
May 02, 2026 - May 02, 2026
Cheng² Duo & Clarinetist James Campbell - Rose Gellert Hall Series Finale
Fraser Valley & Fraser Canyon
The Cheng Squared Duo, cellist Bryan Cheng and pianist Silvie Cheng, are proud Canadians with musical bases in Berlin and New York City. The sibling duo will be joined by internationally acclaimed clarinetist James Campbell to perform Beethoven’s Trio Op. 11, Bruch Op. 83, Brahms’ Clarinet Trio and Klezmer inspired music!
April 11, 2026 - April 11, 2026
Turning Point Ensemble & Bergmann Piano Duo - Rose Gellert Hall Series
Fraser Valley & Fraser Canyon
Garlands of Spain: This program will draw on the music of Spain and Spanish influenced music and will spotlight the premiere of three new arrangements by Marcel Bergmann. A new Spanish flavoured piece for 2 pianos written especially for this concert by Marcel Bergmann will also be premiered.
March 07, 2026 - March 07, 2026
Homecoming: A Special Celebration with Alumni - Rose Gellert Hall Series
Fraser Valley & Fraser Canyon
Winners of LCMS’ Sharon Stevenson Development Scholarship, violinist Brooklyn Wood and pianist Charmaine Yang will be joined by another LCMS alumni, violist Clayton Leung. Each of these stellar musicians will play solo repertoire and will also join forces in combinations as duos and as a trio.
November 01, 2025 - November 01, 2025
Payadora Ensemble - Rose Gellert Hall Series Opener
Fraser Valley & Fraser Canyon
The “superstar group” (Wholenote Magazine) consisting of Rebekah Wolkstein (violin, vocals), Drew Jurecka (bandoneon, violin, mandolin), Joseph Phillips (double bass, guitar), Mark Camilleri (piano) and Elbio Fernandez (vocals) will bring the fiery sounds of tango to the stage.
May 24, 2026 - May 24, 2026
Joy Yeh, harp - Concerts Café Classico Series Finale
Fraser Valley & Fraser Canyon
Revolution in Resonance: The Modern Harp Unveiled: Harpist Joy Yeh will showcase the development of the double-action pedal harp. Featured works include Clair de Lune by Debussy, Songs of Nymphs by Marjan Mozetich and more! Commentary & Coffee – 2:30pm, Concert – 3:15pm
April 19, 2026 - April 19, 2026
Sarah Westwick, violin & Stephen Smith, piano - Concerts Café Classico Series
Fraser Valley & Fraser Canyon
Romantic Duos: Violinist Sarah Westwick and pianist Stephen Smith will perform the rarely heard sonata of 19th century Croatian composer, pianist and violinist Dora Pejacevic, paired with Brahms’ tender G Major Sonata. Commentary & Coffee – 2:30pm, Concert – 3:15pm.
February 22, 2026 - February 22, 2026
Romance and Rhythm with Trio Harmonie - Concerts Café Classico Series
Fraser Valley & Fraser Canyon
Clarinetist Michelle Anderson, cellist Heather Hay, and pianist Rosemary O’Connor will feature the romanticism of Frühling, the cinematic lyricism of Rota, and sultry Piazzolla. Commentary & Coffee – 2:30pm, Concert – 3:15pm. The performance will last approximately 60 minutes, with no intermission.
January 25, 2026 - January 25, 2026
Domagoj Ivanovic, violin & Noel McRobbie, piano - Concerts Café Classico Series
Fraser Valley & Fraser Canyon
España! Join us for passionate music from the Iberian Peninsula. The concert will feature works of Kreisler, Granados, De Falla, Albeniz and Waxman. Commentary & Coffee – 2:30pm, Concert – 3:15pm. The performance will last approximately 60 minutes, with no intermission.
November 30, 2025 - November 30, 2025
Rachel Kiyo Iwaasa, piano - Concerts Café Classico Series
Fraser Valley & Fraser Canyon
In honour of Canada Music week, one of “Canada’s foremost contemporary music pianists” (CBC Radio) will perform several generations of our country’s finest composers. Commentary & Coffee – 2:30pm, Concert – 3:15pm. The performance will last approximately 60 minutes, with no intermission.
September 28, 2025 - September 28, 2025
Cellos Galore - Concerts Café Classico Series Opener
Fraser Valley & Fraser Canyon
What is better than one cello? 2, 3 and 4 cellos! LCMS faculty member Joel Stobbe will be joined by fellow cellist colleagues to feature solo, duet, trio and quartet works. Commentary & Coffee – 2:30pm, Concert – 3:15pm. The performance will last approximately 60 minutes, with no intermission.
Credit: Destination BC | Abby Cooper