Events
Plan your Fall full of events like craft fairs, trivia nights, live theatre, magic, music or comedy shows!
Fraser River Dinner Cruise
07:00pm -10:00pm
Relax and dine for an evening on the river. Featuring a 3-course dinner freshly prepared on board using fresh, local and seasonal ingredients. Invite the family or bring out your friends! Perfect for any occasion from anniversaries, birthdays and work outings!
Included in the Cruise
3-hour cruise on the Fraser River along the waterfront of New Westminster Includes a Starter Salad, your choice of Entrée and Dessert Special menus for Children (12 & under) Refreshments available for purchase from our Galley Bar. M.V Native
Our 100-passenger Paddlewheeler is an authentic replica of the paddlewheelers, or sternwheelers that plied the Fraser River in British Columbia from the late 1850s until the 1920s. Carrying everyone from pioneers, fur traders, gold rush miners, freight and livestock as well as family passengers from the communities along the Fraser River, these working boats were vital connections between B.C. communities in the early days of this province. The M.V. Native is very safe boat, fully certified by Transport Canada.
Catamaran Boat Cruise on the Beta Star
10:00am -04:00pm
SERENITY is the one word that describes this tour to the wilderness of Pitt Lake. After passing through the bustling activity on the Fraser River, passengers will emerge into the quiet tranquility and panoramic beauty of a majestic fjord. This beautiful, fresh water tidal lake is one of the largest of its kind. Grassy, reverse deltas appear daily in the center of the lake as the tide recedes. We’ll travel along the cliff side and observe the ancient First Nations pictographs. This area is still a wilderness and home to bears, deer and cougars. Our entertaining narrator will tell you about the history, legends and ecology of this amazing area.
Included in the Cruise
- A 6-hour combined river and lake cruise
- Tour along the Fraser River to the Pitt River, and then up into one of the most beautiful lakes in BC, Canada & North America
- Fully narrated cruise
- Delicious buffet-style luncheon, see our menu!
- Refreshments available for purchase on board
NWA Canada Day Weekend POP UP Art Show and Sale
11:00am -05:00pm
New West Artists Canada Day: A Celebration of the Arts Pop Up
Show and Sale
Theme Canada/New West/ Heritage
Location: 52 Sixth Street
(The old Brick and Mortar Living Shop)
Sat July 1 and Sunday July 2
11-5pm
Thanks to Brick and Mortar Living and Arts Council New Westminster.
Artists
Lavana La Brey Janet Kvammen
Tiffany Prince Elena Nahum Leroy
Clarissa Argueta Vicki Lynn Rae
Olga Zakharova Karen Cattell
Betteanne Wilson Eileen Pick
Alicja Draganska Zabrina Metheral
Canada Day @ River Market
12:00pm -10:30pm
Come celebrate Canada’s 150+ Birthday with us!
Join us for an afternoon of activity and watch the fireworks at 10pm. You will have the best seat in the house viewing it all from the boardwalk outside River Market. We have a full day of activities.
Live music from 12pm to 10pm
New West Craft Market from 11am to 8pm
Balloon Twisting by the amazing Annie Banannie from 4pm to 9pm
Face painting by the talented Jennifer Healey from 5pm to 9pm
Family portraits by August Studios from 4pm to 8pm
Fireworks at 10pm by Hyack Festival Association and so much more
River Market shops will be open later than usual.
New West Multicultural Festival 2017 "Canada 150"
03:00pm -10:00pm
Come join us as New Westminster celebrates community and diversity..
New West Multicultural Festival 2017 is happening on July 1st , Saturday Canada's 150th Birthday,at the Festival Lawn of Westminster Pier Park against the backdrop of the majestic FRASER RIVER..Bigger and better this year... We have more Cultural and traditional dance presentations from diverse countries..and amazing vocal performances by great artists from
The First Nations of Canada, Japan, Philippines, China, Sudan, Bahrain, Egypt, Erithri , Camiro, Greece , India, Polynesia , Kenya, Ireland, Caribbean, Romania, Ethiopia,Italy,Mexico, Spain..
Yesss we are Celebrating Canada's 150th Birthday !❤️❤️❤️
The festival is a celebration of the rich cultural diversity
that exists in our community today..
It is a family event to celebrate the beginning of Summer
and all that CANADA has to offer.Cultural groups representing
the countries of their birth , bring their unique traditions of
celebration through music and dance interpretation and taste ..
New West Philippine Festival Society 's Officers & Directors and it's organizing committee would like to thank all our sponsors, partners, vendors, volunteers, and all the performers for your support and efforts in making this year's event a total success..
Looking forward to seeing you all there ..
Canada Day Celebration at the FRDC
03:00pm -08:00pm
Join us at the Fraser River Discovery Centre for CANADA DAY Celebration! We have lots of fun activities planned for the whole family to enjoy including: Sturgeon Puppet Shows, Jigsaw Puzzles, Toddler Corner, Colouring Stations, Photobooth, Scavenger Hunt, Prizes and so much more...
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Canada Day Pub Night Cruise
07:30pm -10:30pm
This is a special sailing of our famous Pub Night, a fun-filled three-hours’ evening cruise on the Fraser River, featuring great food specials from our galley, drink specials from our bar, and our DJ spinning you dance favourites.
We leave at 7:30 pm for a nice trip up the Fraser River to above the Port Mann bridge. Then we head back down to put us in position for a front row view of the fabulous fireworks display on the New Westminster waterfront starting at 10 pm!
With the last rocket going up and the cheering crowds on the shore in the background we then return you to our dock at 10:30 pm.
Brett Martin Show - Canada Day Comedy Show
09:00pm -10:30pm
Featuring Brett Martin (seen on CTV, The Comedy Network, SiriusXM, and more), a band, and his trusty sidekick Sam Tonning.
Join us for an eventful night of entertainment, with a great lineup of guests. What should you expect? A live Talk Show where you'll laugh, love, and learn nothing at all.
Canada Day Fireworks
10:00pm -10:00pm
Join us to celebrate a special Canada Day during the Canada 150+ Celebrations.
The New Westminster Hyack Festival Association is proud to host an evening of stunning fireworks.
Dazzle your senses with this grandiose display of fireworks that will light up the skies at the New Westminster Quay and over the mighty Fraser River, Saturday, July 1st at 10:00PM.
Bring your camera, your binoculars and of course, your family and friends!
Classic Rock Jam @ Paddlewheeler Pub
07:00pm -08:30pm
Come out for a Classic Rock Jam every Sunday from 7pm. Hosted by Mad Man Lindsay Band- lots of drums, bass guitar, and amps!
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OPEN MIC @ The Heritage Grill
08:00pm -11:00pm
Come by The Heritage Grill to enjoy live music by singers and songwriters at the Open Mic!
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8 Ball Pool Tourney Nights
06:00pm -10:00pm
Love to play pool? Join us for a friendly 8 Ball pool tourney every Monday! Registration starts at 6pm.
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Be Hypnotized! Comedy Hypnosis Show at The Columbia!
07:00pm -11:55pm
Outrageous Comedy Hypnosis Show at The Columbia! $30 or VIP Pass for $100!
Buckle up and get ready to be profoundly fascinated, mesmerized and empowered! Scott’s massively entertaining hypnosis show fuses the incredible power of your mind with his extraordinary stage presence, comedy and showmanship.
Doors open at 6:00pm - Dinner and drinks available for purchase. Proceeds go towards the building of a Sports Academy, Medical Clinic and School for orphans in Zambia, Africa.
Lila Summer Series - free yoga in the park
06:00pm -07:30pm
Lila: the play of the Divine, who creates freely, merely for the joy of it, out of spontaneous creativity. Each week Lululemon will have all-out celebrations of active, creative and playful living.
Enjoy an evening of yoga, laughter and fun. Meet by the grass beside the concession stand. Bring your own mat.
We have the joy of being lead by our amazing local teachers.
July 5th - Hillary Keegan & Sarah MacLeod
July 12th - Kelly Kristy & Sandy Wu
July 19th - Min Reyes & Karthik Chatapuram
July 26th - Anna Oldfield & Melissa Chew
Aug 2nd - Sonia Lagare & Corrina Chase
Aug 9th - Jenni Hart & Colleen Datt
Aug 16th - Tamara Maxim & Justin Yu
Aug 23rd - Adriana De Fazio & Meltem Oner
Aug 30th - Anna Oldfield, Creator of the Lila Summer Series.
Presented in partnership with Downtown New West. Each week we will have a local business offering complimentary services and surprises!
Must pre register at the event's website above!
Intro to Musical Theatre for Grown Ups
07:00pm -08:00pm
Release your inner Gleek and dance your pants off with this fun, one hour intro to the world of Adult Musical Theatre. The Stage New West Director Stefanie Swinnard will get your body moving and your heart rate up all while having a good laugh. No singing required but feel free to sing along! Registration opens June 21.
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Catamaran Boat Cruise on the Beta Star
10:00am -04:00pm
SERENITY is the one word that describes this tour to the wilderness of Pitt Lake. After passing through the bustling activity on the Fraser River, passengers will emerge into the quiet tranquility and panoramic beauty of a majestic fjord. This beautiful, fresh water tidal lake is one of the largest of its kind. Grassy, reverse deltas appear daily in the center of the lake as the tide recedes. We’ll travel along the cliff side and observe the ancient First Nations pictographs. This area is still a wilderness and home to bears, deer and cougars. Our entertaining narrator will tell you about the history, legends and ecology of this amazing area.
Included in the Cruise
- A 6-hour combined river and lake cruise
- Tour along the Fraser River to the Pitt River, and then up into one of the most beautiful lakes in BC, Canada & North America
- Fully narrated cruise
- Delicious buffet-style luncheon, see our menu!
- Refreshments available for purchase on board
Music by the River
05:00pm -08:00pm
The Arts Council of New Westminster is thrilled to be partnering with Alex Jopson (of City to Suburb Real Estate Group) and the City of New Westminster to bring back the Music By The River concert series and arts festival to the beautifully unique Westminster Pier Park on Thursday nights on July 6, 13, 20 & 27, 2017 from 5-8pm.
This all ages free experience will be the first it’s kind with a new additional announcement for this years festivities. The Arts Council of New Westminster and City to Suburb Real Estate Group are thrilled to fill Westminster Pier Park with a wide variety of the arts, including live musical performance, two DJ stages, busking performances, artisan vendors, live painting,
ribbon dancing, and more. Spend sunny summer evenings in the award-winning Pier Park enjoying the arts in a scenic setting next to the Fraser River.
NEW this year: The Arts Council of New Westminster is partnering with the City of New Westminster and will be serving Steel and Oak Brewing Co along with Pacific Breeze wine at the Eats at the Pier concession. The entire park will be one massive site-licensed area allowing you to take your drink anywhere within the park! Bring your picnic dinner down to Pier Park and enjoy a drink as you listen to the tunes from Royal City Sound DJ program.
Enjoy every aspect of this beautiful park, whether it be the beach volleyball courts, hammocks, grass fields, basketball courts, or breathe taking views of the Fraser River. Be sure to take your drink all the way down to take a selfie with Wow Westminster public art, New Westminster’s Giant W. Make sure to plan your trip to the event, as the park is within a short walk from Columbia and New
Westminster Skytrain Stations.
Knife Sharpening Skills for Beginners
07:30pm -08:30pm
If you are finding yourself frustrated – or worse, injured – from dull knives in your kitchen, join Chef Rob Mackay at Canteen & Supply and learn the basics of sharpening your own knives at home. Save money and time; it’s easier than you think! Chef Rob will demonstrate the proper technique using a stone. Bring a knife (non-serrated and properly wrapped for transport, please!) to give it a try yourself.Supplies to purchase and take home including sharpening stones, sharpening steels, and knives will be available. Registration opens June 22.
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Live Jazz music with Sarah Kennedy at The Heritage Grill!
08:00pm -11:00pm
Come by The Heritage Grill for some live Jazz music by Sarah Kennedy!
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Front Street Mews Ribbon Cutting Celebration
05:00pm -08:00pm
The City of New Westminster is pleased to announce that the Front Street Mews project is now complete. The public is invited to the official grand opening of the Mews which will take place at the New Westminster Downtown Business Improvement Association’s first Fridays on Front event on July 7th, from 5:00pm to 8:00pm. The official Front Street Mews opening will feature public art, heritage walking tours, and a new parklet at Mackenzie and Front Street.
During the opening, residents and visitors will have an opportunity to take a public art and heritage walking tour to learn about newly acquired public art as well as the historic canneries, manufacturing plants, restaurants, hotels, and banks that once served the residents of the area.
Mike Machado Trio at Judge Begbie's
Blues and Rock and Roll tributes for your listening pleasure! We live to play with soul and a groove that you won't forget. From Jimi Hendrix to Chuck Berry join us for beers and live soulful vibes
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Adam Pateman @ Lafflines Comedy Club
08:00pm -10:00pm
Adam Pateman is a comedian, writer, actor, and editor with credits including his own half-hour stand-up special on CTV. He has been featured in various comedy festivals, has written and edited for various factual television shows and cartoons, he's been in a bunch of TV commercials, and he's provided voices for animated project such as Barbie in Princess Power. He is currently pitching the half-hour comedy series, Roll 4 Damage, through Storyhive and this year he finished touring his one-man Fringe Festival sketch comedy show, Alone in the Universe.
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Summer Popsicle: Pop-up Market
All day
What: Etsy Vancouver is partnering with Arts Council of New Westminster to host a series of themed mini pop-up markets in the former storefront space of Brick & Mortar Living in New West.
Where: 52 6th Street, New West
When: July to August Weekends
Canada Birthday Party Market: July 8 – 9
Baby & Family Themed Market: July 22 – 23
Art & Design Themed Market: Aug 5 – 6
Sat: 11:00am – 6:30pm, Sun: 10:00am – 4:30pm
Catamaran Boat Cruise on the Beta Star
10:00am -04:00pm
SERENITY is the one word that describes this tour to the wilderness of Pitt Lake. After passing through the bustling activity on the Fraser River, passengers will emerge into the quiet tranquility and panoramic beauty of a majestic fjord. This beautiful, fresh water tidal lake is one of the largest of its kind. Grassy, reverse deltas appear daily in the center of the lake as the tide recedes. We’ll travel along the cliff side and observe the ancient First Nations pictographs. This area is still a wilderness and home to bears, deer and cougars. Our entertaining narrator will tell you about the history, legends and ecology of this amazing area.
Included in the Cruise
- A 6-hour combined river and lake cruise
- Tour along the Fraser River to the Pitt River, and then up into one of the most beautiful lakes in BC, Canada & North America
- Fully narrated cruise
- Delicious buffet-style luncheon, see our menu!
- Refreshments available for purchase on board
Fraser River Dinner Cruise
07:00pm -10:00pm
Relax and dine for an evening on the river. Featuring a 3-course dinner freshly prepared on board using fresh, local and seasonal ingredients. Invite the family or bring out your friends! Perfect for any occasion from anniversaries, birthdays and work outings!
Included in the Cruise
3-hour cruise on the Fraser River along the waterfront of New Westminster Includes a Starter Salad, your choice of Entrée and Dessert Special menus for Children (12 & under) Refreshments available for purchase from our Galley Bar. M.V Native
Our 100-passenger Paddlewheeler is an authentic replica of the paddlewheelers, or sternwheelers that plied the Fraser River in British Columbia from the late 1850s until the 1920s. Carrying everyone from pioneers, fur traders, gold rush miners, freight and livestock as well as family passengers from the communities along the Fraser River, these working boats were vital connections between B.C. communities in the early days of this province. The M.V. Native is very safe boat, fully certified by Transport Canada.
Three Fun Yarn Crafts
10:00am -11:30am
Remember working with your hands? Remember simple crafts? Why not relive some simple and fun handicrafts and join Susan from Cosy Yarns for a great adult and child activity. Have fun at three stations: pom-poms, weaving with straws, and make a beaded owl! Space is limited and registration is required. No cost to participate, but all children must be accompanied by an adult. Registrations open June 24.
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Downtown New Westminster Neighbourhood Party
11:00am -02:00pm
Our goal for this event is to bring together local residents to enjoy and meet each other in a relaxed and fun setting to encourage a positive and healthy community spirit.
We will have activities for children and families to participate in, from arts crafts, to games (jumbo twister, Tug-Of-War) and challenges. We will host a large BBQ cookout for attendees to enjoy. The entire event will be free of charge and inclusive of all ages, genders, abilities, and cultures across all socio-economic levels.
We will host musical performances by local musicians and maybe even a yoga class!
We are seeking to partner with local organizations and small businesses to contribute activities during the event, as well as material items (such as food, tents, tables, and supplies). We hope to offer activities that engage the community and foster connection through inter-generational learning, cross cultural understanding, and celebration of diversity.
RSVP on Facebook at the event's website above for more details.
RCLAS Workshop: Punching Up Your Comedy Writing
01:30pm -03:30pm
One of the main things Janice likes to teach in comedy is “there are no rules in comedy”, but there is structure. By adding good comedy structure to your stories, laughs can be generated.
In this workshop, you will work on how to make your characters funnier, your locations weirder, and your reveals more entertaining. There are different ways to get a laugh but you have to give yourself permission to think like a comedy writer.
Writers can bring their stories/scripts/screenplays that they are working on, and we will use the comedy structures to add the punch. There will also be sample works provided as exercises to help you work on your comedic style.
Janice Bannister is a stand-up comic, playwright, producer and director. She is the owner of Laughter Zone 101 and she teaches stand-up comedy and storytelling workshops.
Sunny Days Ch. 2 @ Old Crow
08:00pm -11:00pm
Sunny Days | Sat July 8 | 8:00 pm | All ages
$10 tix at the door or pay what you can!
Classic Rock Jam @ Paddlewheeler Pub
07:00pm -08:30pm
Come out for a Classic Rock Jam every Sunday from 7pm. Hosted by Mad Man Lindsay Band- lots of drums, bass guitar, and amps!
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Centennial Years in New Westminster: 1966-1967 (16+ years)
02:00pm -03:00pm
Two one-hundred-year anniversaries were celebrated in New Westminster in consecutive years. The centennial of the union of the Colonies of British Columbia and Vancouver Island occurred in 1966 and Canada’s centennial in 1967. Join our City Archivist as he explores these two years in the Royal City using archival sources. The cost is free, however registration is required (157381). For more information and to register please call 604-527-4640.
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8 Ball Pool Tourney Nights
06:00pm -10:00pm
Love to play pool? Join us for a friendly 8 Ball pool tourney every Monday! Registration starts at 6pm.
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OPEN MIC @ The Heritage Grill
08:00pm -11:00pm
Come by The Heritage Grill to enjoy live music by singers and songwriters at the Open Mic!
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Summer Paper Play for Kids @ Craft Cafe
01:00pm -02:00pm
These fun and educational summer afternoon workshops will keep creative minds busy exploring paper art & crafts. Each week brings a new project, all supplies included. Spaces are limited, register early.
July 11 --- Ink Blowing on Paper
July 18 --- 2D Paper Animals
July 25 --- Summer Sail Paper Kite
Aug 1 --- Raft Building - with paper sail
Aug 8 --- 3D Paper Airplane
Aug 15 --- Paper Print Design - veggie edition
Aug 22 --- Cyanotypes - sunprints with plants
Aug 29 --- Paper Plate Looms
Fee: $12.00 per workshop OR $90.00 for all 8 Tuesday afternoons
Register in shop, by email, or by phone 604-525-0760
RIVER CRITTERS BAKING CLASS
10:00am -11:00am
Join Katia from Pamola Bakery as she teaches you how to roll cookies, decorate cupcakes and make other amazing treats! This popular class is great for young kids to get their hands dirty and play with their food. All classes take place in the main food hall in front of Pamola Bakery.
The class is for children ages 5 and under. Class begins at 10am sharp, please arrive on time.
There is a nominal $8 fee per child. Advanced online registration is required. This will help Katia prepare the appropriate amount of ingredients and reduce waste. We request that you register a maximum of three children per one adult.
Registration opens Wednesday morning at 10am for the following week. We are using Picatic as the online event registration platform. There is no need to sign up for an account. You may pay with any major credit card. If you have any trouble or feedback, please email us at events@rivermarket.ca
New West Grand Prix
05:00pm -08:00pm
The New West Grand Prix is the newest member of BC Superweek that is North America’s most prestigious road cycling series. The City of New Westminster will play host to the best riders in North America with over 13 different nationalities represented.
BC Superweek events attain 5,000 – 20,000 spectators. The events also attract all the main media outlets and receive significant social media attention from all the teams that attend.
Lila Summer Series - free yoga in the park
06:00pm -07:30pm
Lila: the play of the Divine, who creates freely, merely for the joy of it, out of spontaneous creativity. Each week Lululemon will have all-out celebrations of active, creative and playful living.
Enjoy an evening of yoga, laughter and fun. Meet by the grass beside the concession stand. Bring your own mat.
We have the joy of being lead by our amazing local teachers.
July 5th - Hillary Keegan & Sarah MacLeod
July 12th - Kelly Kristy & Sandy Wu
July 19th - Min Reyes & Karthik Chatapuram
July 26th - Anna Oldfield & Melissa Chew
Aug 2nd - Sonia Lagare & Corrina Chase
Aug 9th - Jenni Hart & Colleen Datt
Aug 16th - Tamara Maxim & Justin Yu
Aug 23rd - Adriana De Fazio & Meltem Oner
Aug 30th - Anna Oldfield, Creator of the Lila Summer Series.
Presented in partnership with Downtown New West. Each week we will have a local business offering complimentary services and surprises!
Must pre register at the event's website above!
Salsa & Guacamole Making
04:00pm -05:00pm
Kick off early for the afternoon on hump day and join Katia and Alfonso from Pamola Bakery and make traditional Mexican salsa and guacamole so that the rest of your week is just right. All participants will get to take home a small container of their hard work to relax and snack on at home. Space is limited and this one will fill up fast! Don’t miss it. Registration opens June 28.
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Music by the River
05:00pm -08:00pm
The Arts Council of New Westminster is thrilled to be partnering with Alex Jopson (of City to Suburb Real Estate Group) and the City of New Westminster to bring back the Music By The River concert series and arts festival to the beautifully unique Westminster Pier Park on Thursday nights on July 6, 13, 20 & 27, 2017 from 5-8pm.
This all ages free experience will be the first it’s kind with a new additional announcement for this years festivities. The Arts Council of New Westminster and City to Suburb Real Estate Group are thrilled to fill Westminster Pier Park with a wide variety of the arts, including live musical performance, two DJ stages, busking performances, artisan vendors, live painting,
ribbon dancing, and more. Spend sunny summer evenings in the award-winning Pier Park enjoying the arts in a scenic setting next to the Fraser River.
NEW this year: The Arts Council of New Westminster is partnering with the City of New Westminster and will be serving Steel and Oak Brewing Co along with Pacific Breeze wine at the Eats at the Pier concession. The entire park will be one massive site-licensed area allowing you to take your drink anywhere within the park! Bring your picnic dinner down to Pier Park and enjoy a drink as you listen to the tunes from Royal City Sound DJ program.
Enjoy every aspect of this beautiful park, whether it be the beach volleyball courts, hammocks, grass fields, basketball courts, or breathe taking views of the Fraser River. Be sure to take your drink all the way down to take a selfie with Wow Westminster public art, New Westminster’s Giant W. Make sure to plan your trip to the event, as the park is within a short walk from Columbia and New
Westminster Skytrain Stations.
Catamaran Boat Cruise on the Beta Star
10:00am -04:00pm
SERENITY is the one word that describes this tour to the wilderness of Pitt Lake. After passing through the bustling activity on the Fraser River, passengers will emerge into the quiet tranquility and panoramic beauty of a majestic fjord. This beautiful, fresh water tidal lake is one of the largest of its kind. Grassy, reverse deltas appear daily in the center of the lake as the tide recedes. We’ll travel along the cliff side and observe the ancient First Nations pictographs. This area is still a wilderness and home to bears, deer and cougars. Our entertaining narrator will tell you about the history, legends and ecology of this amazing area.
Included in the Cruise
- A 6-hour combined river and lake cruise
- Tour along the Fraser River to the Pitt River, and then up into one of the most beautiful lakes in BC, Canada & North America
- Fully narrated cruise
- Delicious buffet-style luncheon, see our menu!
- Refreshments available for purchase on board
Laughterzone 101 Presents: Comedy Showcase
08:00pm -09:30pm
Can't miss this fabuless showcase of Laughter Zone 101 graduation class of learning how to do five minutes of comedy. At leased they will have that off their bucket list.
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Steve Shooter McGowan @ Lafflines Comedy Club
09:30pm -10:30pm
Steve "Shooter" McGowan is one of Vancouver's most energized comedians. From the moment he takes the stage, the audience can feel the electric buzz this wild man provides with tales of past relationships to today's single life. His cheeky frat boy style humor has him referred to as a crowd favorite time after time. Steve brings the party to any room he performs in. All that's missing is a keg. He's simply just fun and exciting to watch.
Opening for comedic names such as Dave Coulier, Tony Rock, Michael Winslow and more, Steve has also worked with Pauly Shore, Dave Foley, and Brian Posehn over the years during comedy fests as well a touring half way across Canada.
Fraser River Dinner Cruise
07:00pm -10:00pm
Relax and dine for an evening on the river. Featuring a 3-course dinner freshly prepared on board using fresh, local and seasonal ingredients. Invite the family or bring out your friends! Perfect for any occasion from anniversaries, birthdays and work outings!
Included in the Cruise
3-hour cruise on the Fraser River along the waterfront of New Westminster Includes a Starter Salad, your choice of Entrée and Dessert Special menus for Children (12 & under) Refreshments available for purchase from our Galley Bar. M.V Native
Our 100-passenger Paddlewheeler is an authentic replica of the paddlewheelers, or sternwheelers that plied the Fraser River in British Columbia from the late 1850s until the 1920s. Carrying everyone from pioneers, fur traders, gold rush miners, freight and livestock as well as family passengers from the communities along the Fraser River, these working boats were vital connections between B.C. communities in the early days of this province. The M.V. Native is very safe boat, fully certified by Transport Canada.
Catamaran Boat Cruise on the Beta Star
10:00am -04:00pm
SERENITY is the one word that describes this tour to the wilderness of Pitt Lake. After passing through the bustling activity on the Fraser River, passengers will emerge into the quiet tranquility and panoramic beauty of a majestic fjord. This beautiful, fresh water tidal lake is one of the largest of its kind. Grassy, reverse deltas appear daily in the center of the lake as the tide recedes. We’ll travel along the cliff side and observe the ancient First Nations pictographs. This area is still a wilderness and home to bears, deer and cougars. Our entertaining narrator will tell you about the history, legends and ecology of this amazing area.
Included in the Cruise
- A 6-hour combined river and lake cruise
- Tour along the Fraser River to the Pitt River, and then up into one of the most beautiful lakes in BC, Canada & North America
- Fully narrated cruise
- Delicious buffet-style luncheon, see our menu!
- Refreshments available for purchase on board
Summer Sensations POP UP Show
11:00am -05:00pm
New West Artists POP UP Show " SUMMER SENSATIONS"
JULY 15 and 16, Saturday and Sunday. 11am to 5pm both days.
Free to attend! Come POP IN to our POP UP!
Cool gallery space at 52 Sixth Street (at Carnarvon), just a block up from Columbia Street.
Various members of NWA will have art for show & sale!
A HUGE Thank you to our sponsors :
Arts Council New Westminster
Brick and Mortar Living
New West Craft Summer Night Market
06:00pm -09:00pm
The New West Craft Summer Night Market returns on Saturday, July 15 from 6pm to 9:30pm. Over 70 vendors selling handmade goods will line the beautiful boardwalk at New West Quay in front of River Market. Join us for a fun summer evening of shopping, live music, live entertainment, food, drinks, community and more! This is a FREE family-friendly event. Proudly presented by Arts Council of New Westminster, see more info at the event's website above.
Classic Rock Jam @ Paddlewheeler Pub
07:00pm -08:30pm
Come out for a Classic Rock Jam every Sunday from 7pm. Hosted by Mad Man Lindsay Band- lots of drums, bass guitar, and amps!
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BOARD GAME SALE
11:00am -03:00pm
Every 6 months, in January and July, Boardgame Warriors organizes this fun event. It is a great place to find great deals on used games and trade away or sell unwanted ones.
Use the group’s meetup page to RSVP for the event and list what you are looking to offer, or what you would like to acquire. Use the message board to propose trades and list items for sale if you like, or just use the comment section.
If you have any unwanted board games you would like to sell, or trade for, be sure to RSVP and list them. If there are any that you are looking for, list them as well. Or just drop by and check things out!
Learn to Play Chess
12:00pm -03:00pm
Have you ever wanted to learn to play chess? Join us at River market on July 16 to learn to play chess from experts in our community. We’ll have multiple tables set up for you to try and strategize. If you’d just like to sharpen your skills, feel free to drop by as well. Registration appreciated but not required.
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OPEN MIC @ The Heritage Grill
08:00pm -11:00pm
Come by The Heritage Grill to enjoy live music by singers and songwriters at the Open Mic!
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8 Ball Pool Tourney Nights
06:00pm -10:00pm
Love to play pool? Join us for a friendly 8 Ball pool tourney every Monday! Registration starts at 6pm.
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Summer Paper Play for Kids @ Craft Cafe
01:00pm -02:00pm
These fun and educational summer afternoon workshops will keep creative minds busy exploring paper art & crafts. Each week brings a new project, all supplies included. Spaces are limited, register early.
July 11 --- Ink Blowing on Paper
July 18 --- 2D Paper Animals
July 25 --- Summer Sail Paper Kite
Aug 1 --- Raft Building - with paper sail
Aug 8 --- 3D Paper Airplane
Aug 15 --- Paper Print Design - veggie edition
Aug 22 --- Cyanotypes - sunprints with plants
Aug 29 --- Paper Plate Looms
Fee: $12.00 per workshop OR $90.00 for all 8 Tuesday afternoons
Register in shop, by email, or by phone 604-525-0760
FISHY BUSINESS River Rescuers Summer Camp - Part of Half-Day Camps Summer Program Series
10:00am -03:00pm
Join us at the Fraser River Discovery Centre for half-day camps in partnership with Stream of Dreams! Kids are sure to enjoy our nature-themed camps while making friends and learning about the Fraser River.
Half-day camps run July 18 to 21, for ages 5 to 12.
10:00 am - 12:30 pm for ages 5 to 8
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm for ages 9 to 12
JULY 18:
Get up to something fishy with the FRDC’s Sturgeon George! Discover how these living dinosaurs survive in the Fraser River. Paint a wooden fish for a Stream of Dreams mural and play a game to learn how even flowers and bees are important for a river!
Take-home craft: growing necklace, wildflower seed ‘bombs’, nature field cards.
Pride Night @ The Met
07:00pm -12:00am
Do you find that there is nowhere to go out and have a good time, other than downtown Vancouver? Well, come check us out at the Met Bar & Grill! We have great food and drink specials – everyone is welcome!
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Lila Summer Series - free yoga in the park
06:00pm -07:30pm
Lila: the play of the Divine, who creates freely, merely for the joy of it, out of spontaneous creativity. Each week Lululemon will have all-out celebrations of active, creative and playful living.
Enjoy an evening of yoga, laughter and fun. Meet by the grass beside the concession stand. Bring your own mat.
We have the joy of being lead by our amazing local teachers.
July 5th - Hillary Keegan & Sarah MacLeod
July 12th - Kelly Kristy & Sandy Wu
July 19th - Min Reyes & Karthik Chatapuram
July 26th - Anna Oldfield & Melissa Chew
Aug 2nd - Sonia Lagare & Corrina Chase
Aug 9th - Jenni Hart & Colleen Datt
Aug 16th - Tamara Maxim & Justin Yu
Aug 23rd - Adriana De Fazio & Meltem Oner
Aug 30th - Anna Oldfield, Creator of the Lila Summer Series.
Presented in partnership with Downtown New West. Each week we will have a local business offering complimentary services and surprises!
Must pre register at the event's website above!
RIVER ART AND FEATHERED FRIENDS - Part of Half-Day Camps Summer Program Series
10:00am -03:00pm
Join us at the Fraser River Discovery Centre for half-day camps in partnership with Stream of Dreams! Kids are sure to enjoy our nature-themed camps while making friends and learning about the Fraser River.
Half-day camps run July 18 to 21, for ages 5 to 12.
10:00 am - 12:30 pm for ages 5 to 8
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm for ages 9 to 12
JULY 19:
Get moving and get inspired! Create a River of Art and learn about your connections to nature with some fun games and activities. Play habitat musical chairs and learn to speak ‘bird’!
Take-home craft: build and paint a wooden chickadee bird house!
Music by the River
05:00pm -08:00pm
The Arts Council of New Westminster is thrilled to be partnering with Alex Jopson (of City to Suburb Real Estate Group) and the City of New Westminster to bring back the Music By The River concert series and arts festival to the beautifully unique Westminster Pier Park on Thursday nights on July 6, 13, 20 & 27, 2017 from 5-8pm.
This all ages free experience will be the first it’s kind with a new additional announcement for this years festivities. The Arts Council of New Westminster and City to Suburb Real Estate Group are thrilled to fill Westminster Pier Park with a wide variety of the arts, including live musical performance, two DJ stages, busking performances, artisan vendors, live painting,
ribbon dancing, and more. Spend sunny summer evenings in the award-winning Pier Park enjoying the arts in a scenic setting next to the Fraser River.
NEW this year: The Arts Council of New Westminster is partnering with the City of New Westminster and will be serving Steel and Oak Brewing Co along with Pacific Breeze wine at the Eats at the Pier concession. The entire park will be one massive site-licensed area allowing you to take your drink anywhere within the park! Bring your picnic dinner down to Pier Park and enjoy a drink as you listen to the tunes from Royal City Sound DJ program.
Enjoy every aspect of this beautiful park, whether it be the beach volleyball courts, hammocks, grass fields, basketball courts, or breathe taking views of the Fraser River. Be sure to take your drink all the way down to take a selfie with Wow Westminster public art, New Westminster’s Giant W. Make sure to plan your trip to the event, as the park is within a short walk from Columbia and New
Westminster Skytrain Stations.
Catamaran Boat Cruise on the Beta Star
10:00am -04:00pm
SERENITY is the one word that describes this tour to the wilderness of Pitt Lake. After passing through the bustling activity on the Fraser River, passengers will emerge into the quiet tranquility and panoramic beauty of a majestic fjord. This beautiful, fresh water tidal lake is one of the largest of its kind. Grassy, reverse deltas appear daily in the center of the lake as the tide recedes. We’ll travel along the cliff side and observe the ancient First Nations pictographs. This area is still a wilderness and home to bears, deer and cougars. Our entertaining narrator will tell you about the history, legends and ecology of this amazing area.
Included in the Cruise
- A 6-hour combined river and lake cruise
- Tour along the Fraser River to the Pitt River, and then up into one of the most beautiful lakes in BC, Canada & North America
- Fully narrated cruise
- Delicious buffet-style luncheon, see our menu!
- Refreshments available for purchase on board
HUNTERS AND BUILDERS - Part of Half-Day Camps Summer Program Series at FRDC
10:00am -03:00pm
Join us at the Fraser River Discovery Centre for half-day camps in partnership with Stream of Dreams! Kids are sure to enjoy our nature-themed camps while making friends and learning about the Fraser River.
Half-day camps run July 18 to 21, for ages 5 to 12.
10:00 am - 12:30 pm for ages 5 to 8
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm for ages 9 to 12
Investigate history, and uncover the secrets of the past through archaeological discovery! Learn the roles bees play in healthy river systems with a pollinator party and bee vision!
Take home craft: build and paint a wooden mason bee box.
Urban Solar Garden – Public Information Session
The City of New Westminster is hosting a FREE Public Information Session on Thursday, July 20th, from 7PM to 8PM at the Anvil Centre to discuss the potential development of an Urban Solar Garden.
Local residents and businesses are invited to attend and talk about:
VISION – Outline of the City vision to develop an Urban Solar Garden as an accessible, cheaper alternative to rooftop solar that allows access to solar energy “Made in New West, for New West”.
CONCEPT – Overview of the initial concept where community members served by the New Westminster Electric Utility can voluntarily subscribe to a portion of the electricity generated from the array.
Solar PV panels are installed at a City-owned location to produce renewable, local, and zero-carbon energy.
Local residents and businesses subscribe to buy their portion of solar energy generated by the PV array (for up to 25 years).
Each subscriber receives a credit on their monthly or bi-monthly electrical utility bill equivalent to their share of electricity produced by the Urban Solar Garden.
LOCATION – Identification of suitable sites for a 50 kW array (~ 200 panels) that would feed into the local electricity grid and become part of the capital assets owned by New Westminster’s Electric Utility.
Everyone with an interest in clean energy and solar power is encouraged to attend! Your active participation is important so we can understand the community’s interest in this project and gather valuable feedback.
RSVP for this free event above, at the City's website.
5th on 6th - Happy Bday Brick & Mortar
08:00pm -10:00pm
Get ready!!! Cause it's party time!!! Brick & Mortar Living is celebrating FIVE years of community, warmth and merriment with a summer party featuring local friends and good times.
Join them on Thursday July 20th <8pm 'til late> at their old location 52 Sixth Street in New West! They've got lots of fun lined up including FOOD & BEER & MUSIC & ART! They've partnered up with the New West @artscouncilnw to bring together some rad folks: @steelandoak @cravingskettlecorn @socialmediumnw @raincityjuicery & more! Plus they're having a special art show with work by Vancouver artists @andreahooge, @alexrichmond.ink, @mandytsung & @choplogik
SALMON SAVERS River Rescuers Summer Camp - Part of Half-Day Camps Summer Program Series
10:00am -03:00pm
Join us at the Fraser River Discovery Centre for half-day camps in partnership with Stream of Dreams! Kids are sure to enjoy our nature-themed camps while making friends and learning about the Fraser River.
Half-day camps run July 18 to 21, for ages 5 to 12.
10:00 am - 12:30 pm for ages 5 to 8
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm for ages 9 to 12
JULY 21:
Learn how the environment works together to keep our world moving! Discover the importance of keeping our river clean and how you can help. Plus, go on a bug hunt and perform a scientific experiment!
Take home craft: Salmonberry plant and pot, insect field card.
The return of Chopper!
08:00pm -11:30pm
Chopper returns from his 7 week trek across Canada! featuring Chopper and the Saucermen, and the Bird Frightening Halldolls. 8pm sharp!
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in the Back Room tonight - BOY BREAKING GLASS!!!
A buzz about these cats, the latest instalment of Diamond Sharp Studios Hot Summer Nights series of live shows.
Show starts at 8pm
Bob Mercer and the Red Stars Live!
08:00pm -11:30pm
The Golden Mile will be rockin' this Friday night!
BOB MERCER & THE RED STARS at JB's!
...and down the road CHOPPER &The Saucermen live at The Heritage! Crazy!
Both shows are free!
Social Medium x Fridays on Front
08:00pm -11:30pm
Social Medium is a quarterly evening of electronic music featuring local DJs and musicians. Join us from 5-8 pm on Friday July 21st, 2017 as part of Fridays on Front, followed by an after party from 8-11:30 pm at Old Crow Coffee Co. for an eclectic mix of electronic music, captivating visuals and good vibes.
We're excited to have partnered with Steel & Oak Brewing Co. and the Downtown New West BIA as part of Fridays on Front which will be taking place every Friday on Front St. between McKenzie and 6th St throughout the summer.
The night will include DJs Mutes Ito, Machinale, Rob Hay + a special guest.
Thanks to the City of New Westminster for helping to make the event possible through their Arts and Culture Grants.
Dylan Rhymer @ Lafflines Comedy Club
09:30pm -10:30pm
For 20 years Dylan Rhymer has delighted and challenged audiences all over the world with his intelligent, provocative and fast-paced brand of stand-up comedy. Rhymer explores social issues, philosophy and current events through the lens of his own insecurities and stupid shortcomings in a way that everyone can relate to. He has a sharp and imaginative style that thrills audiences while encouraging them to think. Edgy, charming and hilarious, Dylan Rhymer is truly in a class of his own.
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Summer Saturdays @ FRDC
10:00am -03:00pm
The Fraser River Discovery Centre will be hosting weekly fun activity sessions on Saturdays this summer! Check out our website for more details on each weeks crafts. Admission is by donation.
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Catamaran Boat Cruise on the Beta Star
10:00am -04:00pm
SERENITY is the one word that describes this tour to the wilderness of Pitt Lake. After passing through the bustling activity on the Fraser River, passengers will emerge into the quiet tranquility and panoramic beauty of a majestic fjord. This beautiful, fresh water tidal lake is one of the largest of its kind. Grassy, reverse deltas appear daily in the center of the lake as the tide recedes. We’ll travel along the cliff side and observe the ancient First Nations pictographs. This area is still a wilderness and home to bears, deer and cougars. Our entertaining narrator will tell you about the history, legends and ecology of this amazing area.
Included in the Cruise
- A 6-hour combined river and lake cruise
- Tour along the Fraser River to the Pitt River, and then up into one of the most beautiful lakes in BC, Canada & North America
- Fully narrated cruise
- Delicious buffet-style luncheon, see our menu!
- Refreshments available for purchase on board
Fraser River Dinner Cruise
07:00pm -10:00pm
Relax and dine for an evening on the river. Featuring a 3-course dinner freshly prepared on board using fresh, local and seasonal ingredients. Invite the family or bring out your friends! Perfect for any occasion from anniversaries, birthdays and work outings!
Included in the Cruise
3-hour cruise on the Fraser River along the waterfront of New Westminster Includes a Starter Salad, your choice of Entrée and Dessert Special menus for Children (12 & under) Refreshments available for purchase from our Galley Bar. M.V Native
Our 100-passenger Paddlewheeler is an authentic replica of the paddlewheelers, or sternwheelers that plied the Fraser River in British Columbia from the late 1850s until the 1920s. Carrying everyone from pioneers, fur traders, gold rush miners, freight and livestock as well as family passengers from the communities along the Fraser River, these working boats were vital connections between B.C. communities in the early days of this province. The M.V. Native is very safe boat, fully certified by Transport Canada.
Summer Popsicle: Pop Up Market
All day
What: Etsy Vancouver is partnering with Arts Council of New Westminster to host a series of themed mini pop-up markets in the former storefront space of Brick & Mortar Living in New West.
Where: 52 6th Street, New West
When: July to August Weekends
Baby & Family Themed Market: July 22 – 23
Art & Design Themed Market: Aug 5 – 6
Sat: 11:00am – 6:30pm, Sun: 10:00am – 4:30pm
YOGA WITH JENN MCEWEN
08:00am -09:00am
Join us and start the day refreshed and relaxed as we do yoga with Jen McEwen. This practice is a strength building session and is accessible to all levels and sizes. Please bring your own yoga mat. Admission is by donation but no one will be turned away for lack of funds.
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Quick Pickles Hands On Demo
11:00am -12:00pm
Quick Pickles are a super fast way to add some zing to your produce and change up the veggie drawer. They take zero experience or know how and can be done in a jiffy. If you can chop and stir, you can make quick pickles. Stop by for a super fast demo and take some pickles home to enjoy that night! Registration appreciated but not required.
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FACES OF THE FRASER: ERICA WILLIAMS
01:00pm -03:00pm
Join us for a presentation and talk by Science and Geoscience Educator, Erica Williams.
The Fraser River is a living working river, and in anticipation of the Working River exhibition coming to the Fraser River Discovery Centre in September 2017, we welcome Erica Williams to help us understand the work of the river before our modern demands. Faces of the Fraser is an opportunity for the community to engage with knowledgeable, related professionals and community members who want to share their experiences. If you or someone you know would like to present at Faces of the Fraser, please contact jepp@fraserriverdiscovery.org.
This session includes a 60-minute presentation by Erica Williams, and a Q&A session with light refreshments. The event is free to the public, but pre-registration is appreciated.
Our Working Waterfront Walking Tour
Walk New Westminster’s waterfront as we highlight the instrumental role of waterfront industry in New Westminster over the last 70 years. Learn about New Westminster’s international shipping ports, saw mills, shipbuilding outfits and how that legacy continues to reverberate in today’s increasingly residential waterfront. Ending at Steel & Oak, an example of contemporary waterfront industry, guests are encouraged to continue the conversation about our working waterfront.
Meet at the World’s Tallest Tin Soldier
Saturday, July 22 at 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Call 604.527.4640 to register for #157378
THE WHEELGRINDERS ROCK BAND
08:00pm -11:30pm
Come by The Heritage Grill for some rockin' tunes by The Wheelgrinders band!
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Classic Rock Jam @ Paddlewheeler Pub
07:00pm -08:30pm
Come out for a Classic Rock Jam every Sunday from 7pm. Hosted by Mad Man Lindsay Band- lots of drums, bass guitar, and amps!
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HUB Bike to Shop Day
11:00am -03:00pm
Come join in on the fun at HUB Cycling’s second annual Bike to Shop Days. By registering you will help make biking better in Metro Vancouver. This event is free, open to all community members, and you could win a Babboe Cargo Bike from Reckless just by registering!
On Bike to Shop Day, you can:
- Visit celebration stations for free food, drinks, prizes and bike tune-ups, as well as tips on how to shop by bike. We will be hosting a station outside River Street Market on Sunday, July 23rd from 11-3pm!
- Ride to stores on our discount providers map and score great deals!
- Pick up a Bike to Shop Passport at any HUB station or online. Collect stamps at the stations and local businesses for a chance to win $500 to Denman Bike Shop!
- Encourage family and friends to register. The more people who register the stronger the message will be!
OPEN MIC @ The Heritage Grill
08:00pm -11:00pm
Come by The Heritage Grill to enjoy live music by singers and songwriters at the Open Mic!
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8 Ball Pool Tourney Nights
06:00pm -10:00pm
Love to play pool? Join us for a friendly 8 Ball pool tourney every Monday! Registration starts at 6pm.
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Summer Paper Play for Kids @ Craft Cafe
01:00pm -02:00pm
These fun and educational summer afternoon workshops will keep creative minds busy exploring paper art & crafts. Each week brings a new project, all supplies included. Spaces are limited, register early.
July 11 --- Ink Blowing on Paper
July 18 --- 2D Paper Animals
July 25 --- Summer Sail Paper Kite
Aug 1 --- Raft Building - with paper sail
Aug 8 --- 3D Paper Airplane
Aug 15 --- Paper Print Design - veggie edition
Aug 22 --- Cyanotypes - sunprints with plants
Aug 29 --- Paper Plate Looms
Fee: $12.00 per workshop OR $90.00 for all 8 Tuesday afternoons
Register in shop, by email, or by phone 604-525-0760
DROP-IN QIGONG
09:00am -10:00am
Join us Tuesday mornings for a gentle exercise session aimed at balancing mind, body and spirit. Led by Pansy Jang, Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine, this session can adapt for all abilities. Drop in fee $5.00
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Lila Summer Series - free yoga in the park
06:00pm -07:30pm
Lila: the play of the Divine, who creates freely, merely for the joy of it, out of spontaneous creativity. Each week Lululemon will have all-out celebrations of active, creative and playful living.
Enjoy an evening of yoga, laughter and fun. Meet by the grass beside the concession stand. Bring your own mat.
We have the joy of being lead by our amazing local teachers.
July 5th - Hillary Keegan & Sarah MacLeod
July 12th - Kelly Kristy & Sandy Wu
July 19th - Min Reyes & Karthik Chatapuram
July 26th - Anna Oldfield & Melissa Chew
Aug 2nd - Sonia Lagare & Corrina Chase
Aug 9th - Jenni Hart & Colleen Datt
Aug 16th - Tamara Maxim & Justin Yu
Aug 23rd - Adriana De Fazio & Meltem Oner
Aug 30th - Anna Oldfield, Creator of the Lila Summer Series.
Presented in partnership with Downtown New West. Each week we will have a local business offering complimentary services and surprises!
Must pre register at the event's website above!
Brews, Bites & BBQ
07:00pm -09:00pm
Join The Boathouse for an evening full of brews, bites and barbecue at our New Westminster location, as Mike Sharpham from Granville Island Brewing serves up mouthwatering brews to accompany delicious bites from Executive Chef Mike Boshart.
Brew pairings from Granville Island Brewing, Bites include spicy ceviche and buttermilk fried chicken, BBQ includes korean shortribs and chipotle prawn skewers.
Tix are only $50 and available online through the event's website above + see full menu!
Catamaran Boat Cruise on the Beta Star
10:00am -04:00pm
SERENITY is the one word that describes this tour to the wilderness of Pitt Lake. After passing through the bustling activity on the Fraser River, passengers will emerge into the quiet tranquility and panoramic beauty of a majestic fjord. This beautiful, fresh water tidal lake is one of the largest of its kind. Grassy, reverse deltas appear daily in the center of the lake as the tide recedes. We’ll travel along the cliff side and observe the ancient First Nations pictographs. This area is still a wilderness and home to bears, deer and cougars. Our entertaining narrator will tell you about the history, legends and ecology of this amazing area.
Included in the Cruise
- A 6-hour combined river and lake cruise
- Tour along the Fraser River to the Pitt River, and then up into one of the most beautiful lakes in BC, Canada & North America
- Fully narrated cruise
- Delicious buffet-style luncheon, see our menu!
- Refreshments available for purchase on board
Music by the River
05:00pm -08:00pm
The Arts Council of New Westminster is thrilled to be partnering with Alex Jopson (of City to Suburb Real Estate Group) and the City of New Westminster to bring back the Music By The River concert series and arts festival to the beautifully unique Westminster Pier Park on Thursday nights on July 6, 13, 20 & 27, 2017 from 5-8pm.
This all ages free experience will be the first it’s kind with a new additional announcement for this years festivities. The Arts Council of New Westminster and City to Suburb Real Estate Group are thrilled to fill Westminster Pier Park with a wide variety of the arts, including live musical performance, two DJ stages, busking performances, artisan vendors, live painting,
ribbon dancing, and more. Spend sunny summer evenings in the award-winning Pier Park enjoying the arts in a scenic setting next to the Fraser River.
NEW this year: The Arts Council of New Westminster is partnering with the City of New Westminster and will be serving Steel and Oak Brewing Co along with Pacific Breeze wine at the Eats at the Pier concession. The entire park will be one massive site-licensed area allowing you to take your drink anywhere within the park! Bring your picnic dinner down to Pier Park and enjoy a drink as you listen to the tunes from Royal City Sound DJ program.
Enjoy every aspect of this beautiful park, whether it be the beach volleyball courts, hammocks, grass fields, basketball courts, or breathe taking views of the Fraser River. Be sure to take your drink all the way down to take a selfie with Wow Westminster public art, New Westminster’s Giant W. Make sure to plan your trip to the event, as the park is within a short walk from Columbia and New
Westminster Skytrain Stations.
Sweet Serenade @ Old Crow Coffee Co.
09:00pm -11:00pm
Opening: FVED Music
Performances By: Lifeguard, Dream Dior, Bhura, Hubbo, Zozo
All ages show, starts at 9pm
Alex Sparling @ Lafflines Comedy Club
He's Yellowknife's "favourite son and hometown hero."
At least that's what Alex Sparling calls himself, with a distinctive hint of humour.
The 27-year-old was born and raised in Yellowknife, moving to Vancouver about six years ago to pursue his comedy career. Since then he's done his standup routine on countless stages, and most recently made it to the finals in an NBC showcase.
Sparling says he started out doing standup for Sir John Franklin High School's talent shows ("Falcon for life!" he exclaims during a phone interview).
Catamaran Boat Cruise on the Beta Star
10:00am -04:00pm
SERENITY is the one word that describes this tour to the wilderness of Pitt Lake. After passing through the bustling activity on the Fraser River, passengers will emerge into the quiet tranquility and panoramic beauty of a majestic fjord. This beautiful, fresh water tidal lake is one of the largest of its kind. Grassy, reverse deltas appear daily in the center of the lake as the tide recedes. We’ll travel along the cliff side and observe the ancient First Nations pictographs. This area is still a wilderness and home to bears, deer and cougars. Our entertaining narrator will tell you about the history, legends and ecology of this amazing area.
Included in the Cruise
- A 6-hour combined river and lake cruise
- Tour along the Fraser River to the Pitt River, and then up into one of the most beautiful lakes in BC, Canada & North America
- Fully narrated cruise
- Delicious buffet-style luncheon, see our menu!
- Refreshments available for purchase on board
Celebration of Light Fireworks Cruise
06:00pm -10:00pm
Start your voyage from our dock at New Westminster Quay for a sunset journey down the North Arm of the Fraser River past South Vancouver, Richmond and Marpole.
Enjoy a delicious west coast dinner as part of your cruise. The catamaran Beta Star then takes you out into the Straight of Georgia as the sun sets on the Pacific, then around Point Grey and the University Endowment Lands and into English Bay. We then get into position to watch the Honda Celebration of Lights fireworks.
With the Coast Range Mountains and the downtown peninsula of Vancouver in the background you’ll have the best seats in the house to watch this internationally-acclaimed fireworks festival. Afterwards, we take you into False Creek, docking near Science World, where an International Stage Lines luxury coach awaits to whisk you back to New Westminster in comfort and ease.
Summer Saturdays @ FRDC
10:00am -03:00pm
The Fraser River Discovery Centre will be hosting weekly fun activity sessions on Saturdays this summer! Check out our website for more details on each weeks crafts. Admission is by donation.
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Fraser River Dinner Cruise
07:00pm -10:00pm
Relax and dine for an evening on the river. Featuring a 3-course dinner freshly prepared on board using fresh, local and seasonal ingredients. Invite the family or bring out your friends! Perfect for any occasion from anniversaries, birthdays and work outings!
Included in the Cruise
3-hour cruise on the Fraser River along the waterfront of New Westminster Includes a Starter Salad, your choice of Entrée and Dessert Special menus for Children (12 & under) Refreshments available for purchase from our Galley Bar. M.V Native
Our 100-passenger Paddlewheeler is an authentic replica of the paddlewheelers, or sternwheelers that plied the Fraser River in British Columbia from the late 1850s until the 1920s. Carrying everyone from pioneers, fur traders, gold rush miners, freight and livestock as well as family passengers from the communities along the Fraser River, these working boats were vital connections between B.C. communities in the early days of this province. The M.V. Native is very safe boat, fully certified by Transport Canada.
The 5th Annual Columbia StrEAT Food Truck Fest
Saturday July 29th from 4-10pm, free admission, easily assessible via skytrain. See event's webpage above for full details.
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Circus in Flames Band at The Heritage Grill!
08:00pm -11:55pm
Come by the The Heritage Grill for some live Roots n Blues Music!
Read MoreRainbow Afternoon Beer Bash
Last month's Sunday beer bash was a great success with 66 LGBTQ2 guests showing up for the event. New West is the place to be! This monthly event will be on the last Sunday of every month! Show up, grab a drink, make some new friends or reconnect with some old ones. We will also be collecting twoonies for New West Pride. Everyone welcome. Please invite your friends and make this a real party. There is also a patio area out front but get there early.
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Classic Rock Jam @ Paddlewheeler Pub
07:00pm -08:30pm
Come out for a Classic Rock Jam every Sunday from 7pm. Hosted by Mad Man Lindsay Band- lots of drums, bass guitar, and amps!
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Free Circus Day
10:00am -02:00pm
This year’s FREE CIRCUS DAY takes place on Sunday, July 30th, 2017 at both our North Vancouver and New Westminster locations.
Have you always wanted to reach new heights on the aerial silks? Throw caution to the wind with juggling props? Jump your cares away on the trampoline? Have we got the class for you! All classes are taught at an introductory level by VCS’s amazing and experienced circus instructors.
KEY INFORMATION FOR YOU:
One free class per person
Open to first time students
Pre-registration is necessary
All attendees will be required to complete a liability waiver and information form before participation. Attendees under the age of 19 will require a parent to complete the liability waiver prior to participation.
TO REGISTER IN NEW WEST:
Please email newwest@vancouvercircusschool.ca. Be sure to include your full name, age, contact information, and top 3 choices for classes!
NEW WEST CLASSES
10am INTRO TO…
Aerial Silks (8-14yrs)
Trampoline (8-14yrs)
Juggling Props (8-14yrs)
Tumbling (8-14yrs)
11am INTRO TO…
Aerial Silks (6-8yrs)
Trampoline (6-8yrs)
Juggling Props (15yrs+)
Tumbling (15yrs+)
12pm INTRO TO…
Aerial Silks (15yrs+)
Trampoline (15yrs+)
Juggling Props (8-14yrs)
Tumbling (8-14yrs)
1pm INTRO TO…
Aerial Silks (15yrs+)
Trampoline (8-14yrs)
ArtStarts presents “Me, Myself & I” with Kellie Haines
11:00am -02:00pm
Ventriloquist Kellie Haines sings new songs from her most recent album, The Story of Me, Myself & I, with Magrau the tricky bird and Kamilla the curious frog. This hilarious show is inspired by Kellie’s childhood and blends musical numbers with fast-paced ventriloquism comedy. Join Kellie and her colourful friends in this fun and interactive show that highlights that being different isn’t only okay… it’s extraordinary! Suitable for all ages. ArtStarts at River Market is a monthly series for families, featuring free, fun, 45-minute creative arts workshops with some of the best children’s artists. Sessions at 11am & 1pm. Free! Donations welcome.
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OPEN MIC @ The Heritage Grill
08:00pm -11:00pm
Come by The Heritage Grill to enjoy live music by singers and songwriters at the Open Mic!
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8 Ball Pool Tourney Nights
06:00pm -10:00pm
Love to play pool? Join us for a friendly 8 Ball pool tourney every Monday! Registration starts at 6pm.
Read MoreBe Well TV Summer Social
ARE YOU IN THE WELLNESS, BEAUTY OR FITNESS INDUSTRY IN VANCOUVER?
JOIN US FOR AN EVENING OF NETWORKING AND CONNECTING WITH THE BEWELLTV COMMUNITY at HUB restaurant on July 31, 2017z
Let’s have some summer fun and take some time to socialize and mingle with other members in this incredible industry.
All guests who work in the health or beauty industry and attend this event can enter to win a draw for OVER $1000 business prize package filled with services from our Value Partner Team which includes a complimentary membership or renewal to the BeWellTV community!
BeWellTV members who bring a guest that is in the wellness or beauty industry can double their chances to win!
* Winner will be announced at the event.
There is no charge to attend. Those in attendance are responsible for their own food & drink. Happy hour at Hub is from 3pm – 6pm.
Please RSVP by Friday July 21 by email to kathy@beautyandwellnesstv.com so that we can know numbers for seating. See the event's website above for more info & to RSVP.
Old Crow Comedy Sho. v3
07:30pm -10:30pm
New West's Newest Comedy Show featuring your neighbour Megan Milton's friends and very good comedians she's paying to pretend are her friends.
This month The Old Crow Comedy Sho. Features Headliner Yumi Nagashima.
Host Megan Milton
Madison Cassady
Anjie Mittelholtz
Shawn Lawrance
Matty Vu
Oli Maughan
Leah and Her Basson
With music from Paul Fenz
Doors at 7:30, show at 8pm
$5 at the door, please don't bring your chidren.
Summer Paper Play for Kids @ Craft Cafe
01:00pm -02:00pm
These fun and educational summer afternoon workshops will keep creative minds busy exploring paper art & crafts. Each week brings a new project, all supplies included. Spaces are limited, register early.
July 11 --- Ink Blowing on Paper
July 18 --- 2D Paper Animals
July 25 --- Summer Sail Paper Kite
Aug 1 --- Raft Building - with paper sail
Aug 8 --- 3D Paper Airplane
Aug 15 --- Paper Print Design - veggie edition
Aug 22 --- Cyanotypes - sunprints with plants
Aug 29 --- Paper Plate Looms
Fee: $12.00 per workshop OR $90.00 for all 8 Tuesday afternoons
Register in shop, by email, or by phone 604-525-0760
Lila Summer Series - free yoga in the park
06:00pm -07:30pm
Lila: the play of the Divine, who creates freely, merely for the joy of it, out of spontaneous creativity. Each week Lululemon will have all-out celebrations of active, creative and playful living.
Enjoy an evening of yoga, laughter and fun. Meet by the grass beside the concession stand. Bring your own mat.
We have the joy of being lead by our amazing local teachers.
July 5th - Hillary Keegan & Sarah MacLeod
July 12th - Kelly Kristy & Sandy Wu
July 19th - Min Reyes & Karthik Chatapuram
July 26th - Anna Oldfield & Melissa Chew
Aug 2nd - Sonia Lagare & Corrina Chase
Aug 9th - Jenni Hart & Colleen Datt
Aug 16th - Tamara Maxim & Justin Yu
Aug 23rd - Adriana De Fazio & Meltem Oner
Aug 30th - Anna Oldfield, Creator of the Lila Summer Series.
Presented in partnership with Downtown New West. Each week we will have a local business offering complimentary services and surprises!
Must pre register at the event's website above!
Celebration of Light Fireworks Cruise
06:00pm -10:00pm
Start your voyage from our dock at New Westminster Quay for a sunset journey down the North Arm of the Fraser River past South Vancouver, Richmond and Marpole.
Enjoy a delicious west coast dinner as part of your cruise. The catamaran Beta Star then takes you out into the Straight of Georgia as the sun sets on the Pacific, then around Point Grey and the University Endowment Lands and into English Bay. We then get into position to watch the Honda Celebration of Lights fireworks.
With the Coast Range Mountains and the downtown peninsula of Vancouver in the background you’ll have the best seats in the house to watch this internationally-acclaimed fireworks festival. Afterwards, we take you into False Creek, docking near Science World, where an International Stage Lines luxury coach awaits to whisk you back to New Westminster in comfort and ease.