Events
Apr 17-18. The 2026 Sunshine Coast Climate Faire is a two-day celebration designed to share knowledge, showcase practical solutions, and accelerate climate action across our region and beyond. Join us for a two-day celebration of solutions, innovation, and community-driven climate action! Hosted by BlueAct Marine Society at the Nicholas Sonntag Tidepools Aquarium and Gibsons Public […]
Join us to experience the Grandmothers United in Solidarity trip to South Africa and Estwatini. Admission by donation.
Fridays. Are you new to Canada? Need help in getting settled, accessing services, learning skills, making connections in the community or learning English? Sunshine Coast Welcoming Communities can help! For more information, call Lea Bautista at (604) 212-2716 (LeaBautista@capilanou.ca). Fridays, 3:00-4:00pm in the Teen Area (except on Statutory Holidays) Drop-in - no appointment needed
A free group for young writers. Interact, create and engage in this fun and informal writing group! Talk about books, do fun activities, make new friends. Ages 10+ welcome. Young Writers Group meets Friday from 3:30-4:30 pm, when school is in session in t̓oxʷʊm/ Huckleberry Room (Room B). No registration required. Drop-in.
Fridays - enjoy the musical vibe. Support your local Coaster artists (along with some fabulous travelling Canadian musical gems). Always FREE, no cover. Pets on leash & kiddos welcome. Shows at 6 pm. Food & Treats with Seamonkey until 7pm. Vegan eats + Little Spoon ice cream. Rain or shine. May 1 ➜ Dee Brown […]
April 17 and 24, 6pm - 9pm. How do you print IN the box? How do you play OUT of the box? A two session print workshop with Saskia Jetten. Practice a series of small print exercises that you can also build on in your own time to play, get unstuck, generate ideas, and get […]
Deadline May 31st. The 4th Annual SCWES Book Awards for BC Authors Contest opens Feb. 1st, 2026 for books published both traditionally or self-published for poetry, fiction, non-fiction and children's. Must be a BC resident to enter. Send one electronic copy (PDF or ebook) to sunshinecoastwritersandeditors@gmail.com and one hardcopy of your book to 787 Madison […]
Deadline May 2nd. The District of Sechelt’s Community Public Art Program is inviting artists to apply for the opportunity to showcase their work during the 2026 Sunshine Coast Art Crawl Selected artists will display their work in two beautiful, high-profile community spaces: Rockwood Lodge and Mission Point House, during Art Crawl weekend. October 23, 24 […]
July 8 to Aug 26. We are ramping up for our summer midweek markets and still have a few spots to fill. If you’re an artisan maker then please get in touch with our market curator, Amanda, at Sweetlilajanes@gmail.com
Did you know you can apply for a complimentary booth at the Sechelt Market? It's a wonderful opportunity to connect with market attendees, raise awareness, and share what your organization is all about. We believe in the power of community — and we'd love to help you shine. Apply today at secheltmarket.com
CCA member Sarita Moodie of 'Wolfpups' is looking for an artist to take over this Ready-to-sell screen & block printing business with everything you need to start earning at Sunshine Coast craft markets THIS season. She has been selling at these markets for the last 8 years. She uses organic, sustainably sourced materials throughout. Ideal […]
Deadline June 5. Each local qathet resident is eligible to submit one photo. For prizes and competition rules : https://prpl.ca/.../2026-Wildlife-Photo-Competition... For information contact Mark at mmerlino@prpl.ca
Our Summer Night Markets are some of the most vibrant events at the Gibsons Public Market and the Lower Coast, bringing together local makers, food vendors, live music, family-friendly activities and a lot of community spirit! 2026 Summer Night Market Dates: Friday, June 26th Friday, July 31st Friday, September 4th Time: 4:00 PM – 10:00 […]
Deadline May 15. Closing out our festival on June 27 at Willingdon Beach! Enjoy an evening of music with the PRISMA Festival Orchestra and special guests. This FREE event is perfect for the whole family! Vendors, apply now! Limited spots available for food and craft vendors-sign up. Email us at events@prismafestival.com for details.
Join us at the Central Farmers' Market and bring your grown, baked, homemade, or harvested goods. Our season runs June 6th to October 10th and we'd love to have you join us. Email or DM for more info here
Join us for the Sunshine Coast Ocean Festival, a week-long celebration of our coastal environment taking place June 8-14. Events include film screenings, NEMO talks, citizen science activities, beach cleanups, and hands-on learning experiences for all ages. Hosted by the Sunshine Coast Conservation Association, this festival brings together community, education, and action in celebration of […]
Saturdays to Thanksgiving weekend Oct 10th 9am-2pm. Enjoy strolling through over 60 vendors offering fresh produce, baked goods, delicious treats, pottery, artwork, jewllery, entertainment, and MORE!
Apr 7 - 24th. Open to amateur performers of all ages and levels. Complete details and schedule here. By donation. The Highlights Concert featuring the top performers takes place on Saturday, May 9, 2026.
If you’re ready to get your hands seriously messy, join me for a two-day painting extravaganza inspired by the idea that great artists gather, remix, and make it their own. Across these two days, we’ll play, experiment, and make art that’s all yours, inspired by sparks you find in other artists’ work. And yes, we’ll […]
An invitation for women to step through the Selkie Temple doors to circle up and experience Intentional Creativity painting medicine. Canvases and painting supplies are provided as well as snacks and beverages. We will be painting in the Selkie Temple - a creative arts and gathering space in qathet, dedicated to tending to the soul […]
Fri. noon-5pm; Sat. 10am-5pm; Sun. noon-3pm. Huge selection of quality used books for sale. Fiction, non-fiction, kids' books, CDs, DVDs. Donations of gently read books accepted on Friday and Saturday - one box per family per day. No donations Sunday, please. Books in good condition only, no textbooks, library books, encyclopedias, magazines. All proceeds in […]
We’re excited to welcome local artist Jan Poynter to Gibsons Public Market! Her work will be on display from March 16th to April 30th, bringing beautiful, expressive landscapes to our space. Join us for a special opportunity to meet Jan in person on March 22nd and 29th from 10am – 4pm, where she’ll be painting […]
