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Upcoming Events
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
15
Last Chance Christmas Market
Sunday Dec 15, 2019 @ 10:00 am
Come on out to The Lodge for your Last Chance Christmas Market shopping.
Dec
15
Skate with Santa!
Sunday Dec 15, 2019 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm
Bring the whole family to the Arena and skate with Santa! Wear your ugliest Christmas sweater for a chance to win a prize! Regular admission.
Dec
15
Quesnel Tillicum Society SUPER BINGO!
Sunday Dec 15, 2019 @ 4:30 pm
Doors Open @ 4:30 pm. Walk-ins Start at 6:00 pm. Early Bird starts after Walk-ins
For more information contact: Tony Goulet tony.goulet@qnfc.bc.ca or Dina Unrau unraudina@gmail.com or 250-992-8347
For more information contact: Tony Goulet tony.goulet@qnfc.bc.ca or Dina Unrau unraudina@gmail.com or 250-992-8347
Dec
15
Christmas Joy with InSong
Sunday Dec 15, 2019 @ 7:00 pm
Christmas Concert with InSong Youth Choir
Dec
18
Hot Chocolate with Santa & MLA Oakes
Wednesday Dec 18, 2019 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join Cariboo North MLA Coralee Oakes with special guests Santa and Mrs Claus for a hot chocolate.
Dec
18
Super BINGO!
Wednesday Dec 18, 2019 @ 7:00 pm
Super Bingo with $1000 Jackpot, Early Birds, draw prizes and more! Doors open at 5 pm, concession fully stocked for dinner and snacks. Proceeds benefit local projects.
Dec
20
The Sugar Plum Christmas Ball
Friday Dec 20, 2019 to Saturday Dec 21, 2019
Gold Pan City Dance is proud to present, The Sugar Plum Christmas Ball on Dec. 20 & 21 at the wonderful Occidental.
Dec
20
Belly Dancing at Heavy Ds BBQ Quesnel
Friday Dec 20, 2019 7:00 pm to Dec 21, 2019
Belly dancing every Friday and Saturday at Heavy D's! Scarlet Rose will dance a 30 minute set at 7:00 pm and 9:00 pm.
Dec
20
Live at the Cariboo: Four on the Floor
Friday Dec 20, 2019 9:30 pm to Dec 21, 2019
No tickets, no cover.
Dec
21
Lion's Club December Garage Sale
Saturday Dec 21, 2019 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Christmas Garage Sale Items Are Now Available.
Dec
22
Community Skate Party
Sunday Dec 22, 2019 @ 12:00 pm
Come on out to this wonderful Family event hosted by the Bouchie Lake Community Association and the Bouchie Lake Recreation Commission.
Dec
23
Christmas Jingles Extravaganza
Monday Dec 23, 2019 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Grab your swimsuit and bring the entire family for a fun filled event at the Quesnel Arts and Recreation Centre
Dec
24
Free Christmas Eve Dinner
Tuesday Dec 24, 2019 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Free Christmas Eve Dinner - Hosted by a caring community - all are welcome!
Dec
27
Belly Dancing at Heavy Ds BBQ Quesnel
Friday Dec 27, 2019 7:00 pm to Dec 28, 2019
Belly dancing every Friday and Saturday at Heavy D's! Scarlet Rose will dance a 30 minute set at 7:00 pm and 9:00 pm.
Dec
28
Ice Palace
Saturday Dec 28, 2019 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Skate among the trees, shoot some rings & pucks and enjoy the fish pond! Plus, create festive crafts, paint on the ice & have fun on the ice slide! $4 - Admission rates apply to skaters and non-skaters.
Dec
28
Ice Palace
Saturday Dec 28, 2019 1:00 pm to Dec 29, 2019
Come try out our indoor toboggan run! Skate through the trees and enjoy some great games and arts and crafts. $4 per person (under 2 years old Free)
Dec
29
Ice Palace
Sunday Dec 29, 2019 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Skate among the trees, shoot some rings & pucks and enjoy the fish pond! Plus, create festive crafts, paint on the ice & have fun on the ice slide! $4 - Admission rates apply to skaters and non-skaters.
Dec
31
The Occidental's New Years Masquerade Ball
Tuesday Dec 31, 2019 @ 9:00 pm
Help take in the new year with two of our most popular DJ's and Quesnel's own Vile Pole Arts...giveaways, snacks, champagne at midnight. Let's meet 2020 head on!
Dec
31
Roaring 20's New Years Eve
Tuesday Dec 31, 2019 7:00 pm to Jan 1, 2020 2:00 am
Ring in the New Year at the Cariboo Hotel 1920's style!
Jan
5
Snowed In Comedy Tour 2020
Sunday Jan 5, 2020 @ 8:00 pm
The Snowed In Tour has become a Canadian success story, featuring stellar Canadian stand-ups. This show: Dan Quinn, Paul Myrehaug, Pete Zedlacher, and Damonde Tschritter. Tickets available soon at the Occidental.
Jan
7
Craft Night
Tuesday Jan 7, 2020 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Bring any portable craft with you and get to know other crafters in Quesnel. Have some fun in the process!
Jan
10
Under the Sea!
Friday Jan 10, 2020 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
A circus spectacular brought to you by, V Performance Troupe, Vile Pole Arts, Angels Aerial Fitness and The Occidental!
Jan
15
How to Stop Fraud in Your Business Or Non-Profit Organization
Wednesday Jan 15, 2020 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
THE QUESNEL & DISTRICT CHAMBER OF COMMERCE & THE QUESNEL RCMP Present: a seminar on “How to Stop Fraud in Your Business Or Non-Profit Organization”
Jan
15
QLA: Vivace
Wednesday Jan 15, 2020 @ 7:30 pm
Hear the delights of this top classical Crossover vocal group! Tickets $25 per show or $125 for all 6 shows. Tickets available at Save On Foods, Kmax, Green Tree Health, The Occidental and at the door.
Jan
16
Appy Party with Jennifer Linegar-Johnston
Thursday Jan 16, 2020 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Learn how to create appetizers that make party guests say “Wow!”
Jan
17
The Occidental Presents: Celebrating the Music of Tom Petty
Friday Jan 17, 2020 8:00 pm to Jan 18, 2020
After the success of the Fleetwood Mac and ABBA shows we have put together our next project...Celebrating the music of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers. Advance Tickets $20 and $25 at the door.
Jan
18
Primitive RUG Hooking Workshop
Saturday Jan 18, 2020 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Join in learning the art and craft of PRIMITIVE RUG HOOKING!
Jan
18
Quesnel Kangaroos vs Terrace River Kings
Saturday Jan 18, 2020 @ 7:30 pm
Come out and cheer on our home-town CIHL Champions! Tickets available at the door (cash or cheque only): $10 adults, $8 seniors, $5 kids 10 and under. GOO ROOS!
Jan
19
Quesnel Kangaroos vs Prince Rupert Rampage
Sunday Jan 19, 2020 @ 1:00 pm
Come out and cheer on our home-town CIHL Champions! Tickets available at the door (cash or cheque only): $10 adults, $8 seniors, $5 kids 10 and under. GOO ROOS!
Jan
22
Super BINGO
Wednesday Jan 22, 2020 @ 5:00 pm
Rotary Club of Quesnel brings back Super Bingo with $1000 Jackpot, Early Birds, draw prizes and more! Doors open at 5 pm, concession fully stocked for dinner and snacks. Proceeds benefit local projects.
Jan
23
Pies + Galettes with Jennifer Linegar-Johnston
Thursday Jan 23, 2020 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Come learn the art of pie! You can register at squareup.com
Jan
23
28th Annual Gold Rush Trail Sled Dog Mail Run
Thursday Jan 23, 2020 to Sunday Jan 26, 2020
The Gold Rush Trail Dog Sled Mail Run is living history over a 4 day annual event.
Jan
25
Life's a Beach Mid-Winter Break-Out Party
Saturday Jan 25, 2020 6:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Rotary Club of Quesnel and the Occidental bring you a little bit of Summer in the middle of Winter! And, in January, we could all use a little sun, sand, laughter, music and BBQ.
Jan
31
Amazing Race
Friday Jan 31, 2020 @ 1:00 pm
How competitive are you? There will be obstacle courses, snorkeling, lots of fun activities throughout the pool for your Pro D Day. Regular admission applies; please call 250-992-8200 for details.
Jan
31
Axis Theatre
Friday Jan 31, 2020 @ 6:00 pm
Indigenous Storytellers spin the story of the Hungry Feast Dish. Tickets $10 each or $40 family of 5. Tickets available at Bo Peep, Circle "S" Western Wear, Quesnel Visitor Centre, Quesnel Arts & Recreation Centre and at the door.
Feb
6
Szechuan Inspired Cooking with Jennifer Linegar-Johnston
Thursday Feb 6, 2020 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Come enjoy cooking with the unique flavours of Szechuan style food! Reserve your spot at squareup.com
Feb
6
QLA: The Atlantic String Machine
Thursday Feb 6, 2020 @ 7:30 pm
Come and hear this dynamic ensemble of string players! Tickets $25 per show or $125 for all 6 shows. Tickets available at Save On Foods, Kmax, Green Tree Health, The Occidental and at the door.
Feb
7
The Occidental Presents: An Evening With Maureen Washington
Friday Feb 7, 2020 @ 8:00 pm
An evening of jazz and blues with the extraordinary Maureen Washington! Tickets $20 available at the Occidental.
Feb
7
An evening with Maureen Washington - Quesnel
Friday Feb 7, 2020 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm
An evening of jazz and blues with Maureen Washington.
Canadian/International Jazz singer, Maureen Washington is one of Vancouver Island's most sought after vocalists.
Canadian/International Jazz singer, Maureen Washington is one of Vancouver Island's most sought after vocalists.
Feb
8
Hearts for Hospice Gala 2020
Saturday Feb 8, 2020
Please do us the honor of joining us for our 2020 Hearts for Hospice Gala at the Senior Centre!
Feb
17
Family Day Animal House
Monday Feb 17, 2020 @ 1:00 pm
Compete with your kids in games of skill, balloon races, splash competitions, underwater hockey and more. Regular admission applies. For more information, please call 250-992-8200.
Feb
20
Plant-based Cooking with Jennifer Linegar-Johnston
Thursday Feb 20, 2020 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
This isn't a vegetarian or vegan cooking class, but more an introduction to adding more plant based items to your diet. Save your spot at squareup.com
Feb
22
Winter Carnival
Saturday Feb 22, 2020 @ 9:00 am
Embrace the wonders of the season with outdoor sports, skating, crafts, fireworks, and much more. The fun never stops! More details to follow...
Mar
7
QLA: Marc Atkinson Trio with Cameron Wilson
Saturday Mar 7, 2020 @ 7:30 pm
The music of this virtuosic group is melodically captivating, sensually charged and ferociously, technically awe-inspiring. Tickets $25 per show or $125 for all 6 shows. Tickets available at Save On Foods, Kmax, Green Tree Health, The Occidental and at the door.
Mar
16
H20 Mania Camp
Monday Mar 16, 2020 @ 12:30 pm
Nerf water wars, jousting, noodles race and much more. Pizza lunch provided. $7.50/$9.50 per person.
Mar
18
Can You Feel the Heat? Sports Camp
Wednesday Mar 18, 2020 @ 12:30 pm
Underwater hockey, volleyball, snorkeling, and much more. Pizza lunch provided. $7.50/$9.50 per person. For more information, please call 250-992-8200
Mar
23
H20 Wings Camp
Monday Mar 23, 2020 @ 12:30 pm
This camp is all about survival! Pool style Survivor, ice challenges, etc. Pizza lunch provided. $7.50/$9.50 per person. For more information, please call 250-992-8200.
Mar
24
2020 Coy Cup
Tuesday Mar 24, 2020 9:00 am to Mar 28, 2020
The Quesnel Kangaroos are proud to be hosting the 2020 Coy Cup from March 24-28 at our beautiful West Fraser Centre. The Coy Competition is the Senior Male AA trophy competition. Stay tuned for further details!
Mar
25
Ninja Warrior Camp
Wednesday Mar 25, 2020 @ 12:30 pm
Show us your inner Ninja! Relay races, obstacle courses, Tarzan flips, and more. Pizza lunch provided. $7.50/$9.50 per person. For more information, please call 250-992-8200.
Mar
25
Super BINGO!
Wednesday Mar 25, 2020 @ 5:00 pm
Rotary Club of Quesnel brings back Super Bingo with $1000 Jackpot, Early Birds, draw prizes and more! Doors open at 5 pm, concession fully stocked for dinner and snacks. Proceeds benefit local projects.
Mar
25
Super BINGO!
Wednesday Mar 25, 2020 @ 7:00 pm
Super Bingo with $1000 Jackpot, Early Birds, draw prizes and more! Doors open at 5 pm, concession fully stocked for dinner and snacks. Proceeds benefit local projects.
Mar
26
QLA: Derina Harvey Band
Thursday Mar 26, 2020 @ 8:00 pm
Edmonton-based Celtic rock group. For ticket information, please go to The Occidental Facebook page or call 250-747-2207 for information.
Apr
18
2020 Quesnel Trade Show
Saturday Apr 18, 2020 to Sunday Apr 19, 2020
Come out and experience the 2020 Quesnel Trade Show!
Many great vendors, businesses, and community organizations will be taking part in this fantastic 2 day event!
Many great vendors, businesses, and community organizations will be taking part in this fantastic 2 day event!
Apr
24
Fishful of Water
Friday Apr 24, 2020 @ 1:00 pm
Games, games and more games! Lots of prizes -- compete with our aquatic staff too! Regular admission applies; for more information, call 250-992-8200.
Apr
29
Minerals North 2020 Conference
Wednesday Apr 29, 2020 9:00 am to May 1, 2020
Quesnel has been awarded the 2020 Conference! More details to follow; check out www.mineralsnorth.ca for details.
May
2
Will Stroet
Saturday May 2, 2020 @ 1:00 pm
For more than a decade, Will's been entertaining kids through his bilingual music in English and French, inspiring them to be active, healthy, creative and engaged in the world. Tickets $10 each or $40 family of 5. Tickets available at Bo Peep, Quesnel Visitor Centre, Circle "S" Western Wear, Quesnel & District Arts and Recreation Centre, and at the door.
Jul
16
Billy Barker Days
Thursday Jul 16, 2020 to Sunday Jul 19, 2020
Come out and join in the Annual Billy Barker Days Festival, filled with fun, food, shopping and so much more!
Jul
31
ArtsWells Festival 2020
Friday Jul 31, 2020 to Monday Aug 3, 2020
The Cariboo’s largest celebration of music and art!