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Upcoming Events
Jun
21
Indigenous People's Day
Friday Jun 21, 2019 9:30 am - 4:30 pm
Celebrating the Indigenous Peoples
Includes a Walk-Out Ceremony to all those who have graduated from High School and Post Secondary. Bring your own lawn chairs.
Includes a Walk-Out Ceremony to all those who have graduated from High School and Post Secondary. Bring your own lawn chairs.
Jun
21
Solstice Fam-Jam Around the Campfire
Friday Jun 21, 2019 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
All Boukulele Members welcome... along with Family Members.
Join us at Moose Meadows Farm on the Solstice Weekend for a Fun Jam Session with Family and Friends. This will be a chance to JAM with some Pipers too... making for an eclectic evening!
Join us at Moose Meadows Farm on the Solstice Weekend for a Fun Jam Session with Family and Friends. This will be a chance to JAM with some Pipers too... making for an eclectic evening!
Jun
21
BLRC Presents Open Mic
Friday Jun 21, 2019 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm
$5.00 per person - Musicians and kids 12 & under are free
Concession by BL Com Assoc
Concession by BL Com Assoc
Jun
21
Antiques and Uniques Sale
Friday Jun 21, 2019 1:00 pm to Jun 22, 2019
More details to follow!
Jun
21
Live at the Cariboo: 40 Foot Fred
Friday Jun 21, 2019 9:30 pm to Jun 22, 2019 11:55 pm
They put the "Rock" back into Rock! No tickets, no cover.
Jun
22
FREE BARBECUE AT THE LEGION
Saturday Jun 22, 2019 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
DON'T FORGET THE FREE BARBECUE AT THE LEGION THIS SATURDAY, JUNE 22ND, FROM 11AM TILL 2PM.
Jun
22
Long Table: Grill Mastery
Saturday Jun 22, 2019 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
In this class we will be looking at all kinds of ways to improve your BBQ, Grilling and Roasting skills under the supervision of chef Jennifer Linegar-Johnston. Tickets are $75 per person. https://squareup.com/store/long-table-grocery.
Jun
22
Tom Bassett's Big Dog Comedy
Saturday Jun 22, 2019 @ 8:00 pm
A fun filled evening with LIVE COMEDY! Featuring Ken Valgardson and Sean McDonnell.
$25 for the show only, call 250-991-0100 for advance tickets
$25 for the show only, call 250-991-0100 for advance tickets
Jun
23
Paint Pour Flower Pot Workshop - with Jamie Cornett
Sunday Jun 23, 2019 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Learn this unique paint technique that is suitable for all ages.
Jun
25
CNC Drop-In info Session
Tuesday Jun 25, 2019 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
We’re hosting a Drop-In Info Session Tuesday, June 25, from 2-6 pm.
Jun
28
Quesnel Art Gallery: Emotional Abstracts Opening Reception
Friday Jun 28, 2019 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Opening reception for this show exploring abstract and impressionism in acrylics. Sponsored by Cariboo Pulp, this show runs until July 27th.
Jun
29
A new ERA Opening!!!!
Saturday Jun 29, 2019 @ 8:00 am
Come one come all to the Grand passing of the Rains from one generation to the next!
Jami and Julia are opening this season off with an event that no one will want to miss.
Jami and Julia are opening this season off with an event that no one will want to miss.
Jun
30
Bouchie Lake Community Market & Garage Sale
Sunday Jun 30, 2019 @ 10:00 am
$10 per table; set up begins at 9 am. To book a table, call 250-249-5972. Concession available!
Jun
30
Métis Youth Event
Sunday Jun 30, 2019 @ 12:00 pm
On behalf of Métis Youth British Columbia (MYBC), we would like to formally invite you to attend a Métis Youth Event on Sunday June 30th in Quesnel. This event is open to Métis youth ages 15-30 who have their Métis citizenship or who self identify as Métis.
Jun
30
Quesnel Tillicum Society BINGO
Sunday Jun 30, 2019 @ 4:30 pm
Doors open at 4:30 pm & Walk-ins start at 6:00 pm
Early Bird starts after Walk-ins
Early Bird starts after Walk-ins
Jul
1
Dominion Day Celebrations
Monday Jul 1, 2019 @ 8:30 am
Celebrate this great country of ours in the 1860's style with a parade, music, great food (including cake!), and so much more. For details, go to www.barkerville.ca or call 1-888-994-3332.
Jul
1
Canada Day Celebrations
Monday Jul 1, 2019 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
A free event to celebrate Canada Day, right in LeBourdais Park! There will be food vendors, entertainment, activities for kids, and The Senior's Strawberry Tea (registration for that is a must). There will be lots to enjoy so make sure you come down!
Jul
1
Senior's Strawberry Tea
Monday Jul 1, 2019 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm
During the Quesnel Canada Day Celebrations, must be 60+. Registration is required, call 250-992-5875. Elevator available.
Jul
4
2019 Quesnel Ambassador Speech and Talent Night
Thursday Jul 4, 2019 @ 7:00 pm
Join us as our 6 Candidates present the skills they’ve learned in speech and talent.
Jul
5
This Way North at The Occidental w Tullara
Friday Jul 5, 2019 @ 8:00 pm
Artswells favorites return to Quesnel with their great mate and incredible guitarist Tullara.
Jul
6
Anglicans' Annual Garage Sale
Saturday Jul 6, 2019 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
If you would like to rent a table, please call Honey at 250-992-5875.
Jul
6
Ball Hockey!
Saturday Jul 6, 2019 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
West Quesnel Business Association invites you to come & play Ball Hockey in partnership with Special Olympics.
Jul
6
The Occidental Presents: Danger Thrill Show
Saturday Jul 6, 2019 9:00 pm - 11:55 pm
Neil E. Dee’s Danger Thrill Show returns to the Occidental in Quesnel. Journey into the underground and witness unbelievable and unique entertainment rarely seen in real life. Sword swallowers, sideshow performers, dangerous dancing girls, crazy comedy and bizarre feats of the human body. Featuring Canada’s wildest comedy stunt show. Absolutely nothing normal to see here! No Minors Please -- 19+. Tickets $20 available at the Occidental.
Jul
7
Annual Poker Ride - Quesnel Outback Quadders Society ATV CLUB
Sunday Jul 7, 2019 @ 10:00 am
15 klms on right-hand-side of Barkerville Highway. Signs will be posted. First riders out at 10:00 am and last riders out at 11:30 am. There will be a 50/50 draw, plus food concession on-site.
$20.00 per card gives you 12 chances to win!
$20.00 per card gives you 12 chances to win!
Jul
8
Camp Triple J
Monday Jul 8, 2019 to Friday Jul 12, 2019
Give your kids a taste of simple country living with this 5 day, overnight camp-out for children 9-13! Children will learn how to handle horses, learn outdoor survive on horseback, and have that Real Cowboy Experience. Adventure on the trail awaits you!
Jul
8
Speed Control Rawk Camp
Monday Jul 8, 2019 to Friday Jul 12, 2019
The Quesnel & District Arts Council presents Speed Control Sawk Camp!
5 DAYS OF FUN & MUSIC WITH PROFESSIONAL MUSICIANS!
5 DAYS OF FUN & MUSIC WITH PROFESSIONAL MUSICIANS!
Jul
12
Softball BC - U16C Girls Provincial Championship (2019)
Friday Jul 12, 2019 6:00 pm to Jul 14, 2019 9:00 pm
The U16C Girls Provincial Championship will be held in Quesnel this year! Register at https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/softball-bc-u16c-girls-provincial-championship-2019-registration-61527760187
Jul
18
54th Annual Quesnel Rodeo
Thursday Jul 18, 2019 to Sunday Jul 21, 2019
True to our rich western heritage and the “Cowboy Way”, on July 18th, 19th, 20th, 21st, 2019 we will be celebrating our 54th Annual Quesnel Rodeo. If you’re looking for an exciting and family friendly entertainment, we would love to have you join us.
Jul
18
Billy Barker Days 2019
Thursday Jul 18, 2019 9:00 am to Jul 21, 2019
Come and join the fun as Quesnel celebrates our Gold Rush heritage with our annual FREE 4 day family festival. Check out www.billybarkerdays.ca for full details.
Jul
18
Gold Dust Mall 2019
Thursday Jul 18, 2019 10:00 am to Jul 21, 2019 4:00 pm
Gold Dust Mall is back on Reid Street! Registration packages are now available to get your booth in the mall.
Jul
19
Ben Klick
Friday Jul 19, 2019 @ 5:00 pm
Come on down to Lebourdais Park and take in the musical entertainment of Ben Klick!
Jul
19
Lasertech Laser Show
Friday Jul 19, 2019 10:15 pm - 10:45 pm
Come down to Lebourdais Park for a stunning light show hosted by LaserTech Canada!
Jul
20
6th Annual Indigenous Celebrations
Saturday Jul 20, 2019 @ 8:30 am
Immerse yourself in Indigenous culture with food, music, games and much more. For details, go to www.barkerville.ca or call 1-888-994-3332.
Jul
20
Lasertech Laser Show
Saturday Jul 20, 2019 10:15 pm - 10:45 pm
Come down to Lebourdais Park for a stunning light show hosted by LaserTech Canada!
Jul
21
Super BINGO
Sunday Jul 21, 2019 @ 4:30 pm
Doors open at 4:30 pm & Walk-ins start at 6:00 pm
Early Bird starts after Walk-ins
Early Bird starts after Walk-ins
Jul
25
Christmas in July
Thursday Jul 25, 2019 11:00 am - 6:00 pm
Join the BLCS for their 2nd Annual Christmas in July event.
More details to come
More details to come
Jul
28
Pearl's 7th Annual Parking Lot Flea Market
Sunday Jul 28, 2019
Be sure to come and check out all of the great finds! There is always a parking lot full of interesting items and lots of bargains to be had. See you on the 28th of July for the 7th Annual Parking Lot Flea Market at Pearl's Antique Mall. 1431 Jade Street, Quesnel B.C. 2 blocks south of the Samdman Hotel.
Jul
28
Jam Camp North 2019
Sunday Jul 28, 2019 6:00 pm to Aug 1, 2019
Mark your calendars now for Jam Camp North 2019 - Sunday July 28 - Thursday August 1 at Cottonwood House Historic Site between Quesnel and Wells. Keep watching the Facebook event page for details as they happen.
Aug
1
Family Day at the Quesnel & District Antique Machinery Park
Thursday Aug 1, 2019 @ 9:00 am
Join the Quesnel & District Heritage Association for a fun-filled Family Day at the Antique Machinery Park!
Aug
2
Quesnel Art Gallery: Wildfires 2017 Project Opening Reception
Friday Aug 2, 2019 @ 7:00 pm
Opening reception for this photographic exhibit documenting the aftermath of the 2017 wildfires. Sponsored by West Fraser, this show runs until August 30th.
Aug
2
Quesnel Skyfest 2019
Friday Aug 2, 2019 12:00 am to Aug 4, 2019 12:00 am
Skyfest is a 3-day airshow held August Long Weekend -- a thrill for people of all ages! For show times and ticket information, please go to www.skyfest.ca
Aug
2
ArtsWells Festival 2019
Friday Aug 2, 2019 to Monday Aug 5, 2019
The Cariboo’s largest celebration of music and art, ArtsWells Festival, is back for its 16th season in the colourful community of Wells and the historic goldrush town of Barkerville, BC from August 2 – 5, 2019.
Aug
9
Live at the Cariboo: Las Divas with Jenni Doyle
Friday Aug 9, 2019 9:30 pm to Aug 10, 2019
From gritty blues to shimmery pop, Las Divas rocks the Cariboo for 2 nights. Show starts at 9:30 pm both nights; no tickets, no cover.
Aug
17
Chinese Mid-Autumn Moon Festival
Saturday Aug 17, 2019 @ 8:30 am
Games, activities, performances, Moon Cakes and a Lantern Parade! For details, go to www.barkerville.ca or call 1-888-994-3332.
Aug
23
24th Annual Car Show Weekend
Friday Aug 23, 2019 to Sunday Aug 25, 2019
24th annual Car Show Weekend! August 23, 24 & 25, 2019
Sep
1
16th Annual Williams Creek Sports Day & Pie Eating Contest
Sunday Sep 1, 2019 @ 8:30 am
Jumping, driving, racing, tossing, tug-of-war and a Pie Eating Contest -- what more could you ask for?! For details, go to www.barkerville.ca or call 1-888-994-3332.
Sep
7
8th Annual Cowboy and Drover Jubilee
Saturday Sep 7, 2019 @ 8:30 am
Celebrate BC's rich Cowboy heritage with music, poetry, competition and more. For details, go to www.barkerville.ca or call 1-888-994-3332.
Sep
8
8th Annual Cowboy and Drover Jubilee
Sunday Sep 8, 2019 @ 8:30 am
Celebrate BC's rich Cowboy heritage with music, poetry, competition and more. For details, go to www.barkerville.ca or call 1-888-994-3332.
Sep
13
Eagle Eyes - The Ultimate Eagles Tribute Band
Friday Sep 13, 2019 @ 7:00 pm
You liked them so much, we've brought them back twice!
Tickets on sale July 1st, 2019
Tickets $20 advance $25 at the door
12 and under free (under 19 Friday night show only)
Tickets on sale July 1st, 2019
Tickets $20 advance $25 at the door
12 and under free (under 19 Friday night show only)
Sep
20
Quesnel Art Gallery: Compositions of Life Opening Reception
Friday Sep 20, 2019 @ 7:00 pm
Opening Reception for this showcase of Wells artist Barry Curtis. Sponsored by Frog on the Bog, this show runs until October 12th.
Sep
22
ACW Harvest Dinner
Sunday Sep 22, 2019 @ 6:30 pm
Celebrate Autumn with this fabulous home-style dinner. More information to follow.
Sep
27
Scrapbooking Weekend
Friday Sep 27, 2019 10:00 am to Sep 28, 2019 10:00 pm
Join us for another fabulous weekend of Scrapbooking -- free Wifi, refreshments, lots of great conversation... For more information, call Honey at 250-992-5875.
Sep
27
6th Annual Steampunk Murder Mystery
Friday Sep 27, 2019 8:30 am to Sep 29, 2019 5:00 pm
Put your best sleuthing skills to the test in this immersive, time travelling whodunit weekend. For more information and to purchase tickets, please call 1-888-994-3332, ext. 41
Sep
28
Northern Makers Gala
Saturday Sep 28, 2019
Northern Makers Gala will be an annual event, and will benefit a different cause each year. This year, all proceeds will be in support of Quesnel Maker Space.
Watch this event page for announcements regarding our artisans, entertainment, sponsors, and ticket information!
If you are an artisan and would like to be considered for the 2019 Gala, please email northernmakersgala@gmail.com.
Watch this event page for announcements regarding our artisans, entertainment, sponsors, and ticket information!
If you are an artisan and would like to be considered for the 2019 Gala, please email northernmakersgala@gmail.com.
Oct
11
45th Annual Quesnel Pow Wow
Friday Oct 11, 2019 to Sunday Oct 13, 2019
For details about the annual Pow Wow, please call the Friendship Centre at 250-992-8347.
Oct
18
Quesnel Art Gallery: "Joy" Opening Reception
Friday Oct 18, 2019 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Opening reception for the Thursday Artists and invited guests presentation on the theme of Joy. Sponsored by Forsythia Holdings Inc and Monica and Bob Seguin, this show runs until November 9th.
Oct
26
Ghostly Hallowe'en
Saturday Oct 26, 2019 11:00 am to Oct 27, 2019
Barkerville’s busy season has ended and the streets are quiet… disturbingly quiet, in fact. Test your fate with a walk through Barkerville’s haunted house, go trick-or-treating up Front Street at some of our local merchants, and warm up at our Halloween bonfire. Admission $5 per person. For details, go to www.barkerville.ca or call 1-888-994-3332.
Nov
16
Quesnel Art Gallery: Beaux Arts Bazaar Opening Day
Saturday Nov 16, 2019 @ 10:00 am
Opening Day for the popular Beaux Arts featuring our member artists and artisans sale of their unique handcrafted gifts. Sponsored by DHJ Design Studio and KPMG, this show runs until December 24th.
Nov
16
ACW Christmas Tea, Bake Sale & Decor Sale
Saturday Nov 16, 2019 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Time approximate; more details to follow.
Nov
22
Scrapbooking Weekend
Friday Nov 22, 2019 10:00 am to Nov 23, 2019
Join us for another fabulous weekend of Scrapbooking -- free Wifi, refreshments, lots of great conversation... For more information, call Honey at 250-992-5875.
Nov
30
Quesnel Christmas Market
Saturday Nov 30, 2019 @ 10:00 am
The Farmer's Market moves indoors with many of the same fabulous vendors and many delightful additions! You'll find the finest in hand-crafted goods, baking, produce, and much more.
Dec
7
Quesnel Christmas Market
Saturday Dec 7, 2019 @ 10:00 am
The Farmer's Market moves indoors with many of the same fabulous vendors and many delightful additions! You'll find the finest in hand-crafted goods, baking, produce, and much more.
Dec
14
Quesnel Christmas Market
Saturday Dec 14, 2019 @ 10:00 am
The Farmer's Market moves indoors with many of the same fabulous vendors and many delightful additions! You'll find the finest in hand-crafted goods, baking, produce, and much more.
Dec
14
Old Fashioned Victorian Christmas
Saturday Dec 14, 2019 10:00 am to Dec 16, 2019
Enjoy sleigh rides, warm refreshments, delicious home baking in the Wendle House, decorated displays, shopping, caroling, and other seasonal activities. Click on the image above for more info.
Dec
24
Free Christmas Eve Dinner
Tuesday Dec 24, 2019 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Free dinner for anyone who wishes the fellowship of others at Christmas.