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December 2018
Dakota Ridge – Open
December 22nd is opening day for Dakota Ridge, the Sunshine Coast's world-class cross country ski and snowshoe haven. Topping out at 1,200 metres, enjoy views of the Salish Sea, North Shore mountains, and Vancouver Island as you wind through 20km of groomed and track set cross country ski trails and 7km of marked snowshoe trails.
February 2019
Pender Harbour Music Society Concert Series
Each year the Pender Harbour Music Society presents a variety of concerts, beginning in October and running through to May or June. Musical tastes in our community are varied and we try to cater to as many as possible. We have featured classical musicians like the Lafayette String Quartet, Robert Silverman, and Suzie Leblanc, to name just a few. From the world of jazz, we have proudly presented Pearl Django, Company B Jazz Band, and the Marc Atkinson Trio. We include…
Powell River Film Festival Featured
Experience the Powell River Film Festival, an annual event each February dedicated to showcasing the finest and most current releases from Powell River, Canada, and the World.
Sunshine Coast Loppet and Snowshoe Challenge
The Sunshine Coast Loppet and Snowshoe Challenge will be held at Dakota Ridge Winter Recreation Area on Saturday, February 10th, 2019! Join the 4th Annual Sunshine Coast Loppet & Snowshoe Challenge hosted by Alpha Adventures! This is a great day of Nordic Skiing and Snowshoeing on Dakota Ridge and an awesome community event. Races for all levels and abilities. The parking area sits just above 1,000m and the trails top-out at 1,200m. On a clear day the views from the 20 km…
Sunshine Coast Craft Beer Festival 2019 Featured
Presented by Persephone Brewing Co. and located at the Gibsons Public Market, this fifth annual fundraiser for the Sunshine Coast Association for Community Living (SCACL) features two days of events showcasing some of BC’s finest craft breweries, cideries and distilleries. **NEW: Winter Warmer Gala (Friday February 15th, 6:30 - 9:30pm): Dress up and drink with this all inclusive ticket at the Winter Warmer Gala on Friday February 15th! Enjoy a wide variety of BC craft beers, ciders and spirits including…
April 2019
Townsite Jazz Festival 2019 Featured
Townsite Jazz Festival is bringing a who’s who of Canadian jazz talent to the Sunshine Coast this April, with 10+ concerts taking place throughout Powell River’s national historic district.
Intimate venues will play host to everything from Latin fusion to straight-ahead swing – and with a $20 cap on tickets, merchandise and registration fees, there’s no excuse not to join the party! Mark your calendars for April 4-6, 2019.
Sechelt Farmers’ & Artisans’ Market
Open on Saturdays (9:00-2:30) from the first week of April through the end of September in downtown Sechelt, BC. Juried farmers & artisans from all over the Sechelt Peninsula sell the finest merchandise the Sunshine Coast has to offer.
April Fool’s Run Featured
Enjoy our point-to-point, certified net downhill course from Gibsons to Sechelt, with friendly West Coast hospitality, low entry fee, rural setting, finisher's medals, hot soup and FUN! The 42nd annual BMO Sunshine Coast April Fool’s Run, presented by Coast Cable, will see up to 700 participants running and walking from Gibsons to Sechelt on Sunday, April 7. At the finish, 50 children, age 7 and under, will be racing around Mission Point Park in the Sunshine Care Network Kids’ Jester Dash…
30th Annual Earth Day Festival in Roberts Creek
Celebrate our Community and the Earth. Dance on the Mandala to fabulous Sunshine Coast music! Learn with engaging local teachers and knowledge keepers at our Workshops. Indulge in the most delicious foods, made fresh by local talents and shop and talk with local vendors and non-profits. This event is sustained by the Annual Raffle - Amazing baskets to win! Please bring some cash to buy tickets, and help ensure this event continues for years to come! Taking place at the Roberts…
May 2019
Coaster 50 Bike Race Featured
Two awesome cross country mountain bike race courses on Sunshine Coast single track, featuring lakeside trails, ocean views, and canopied climbs!