6th Annual Applefest 2026 at Banditry Cider

Free event | No tickets required | Family-friendly

A celebration of all things apples, cider, and the arrival of fall!

Spend the afternoon enjoying live music, local food and vendors, apple picking, bonfires, and plenty of autumn fun.

There’ll be a Rosa cider & cheese pairing featuring Gibsons Cheese Co., an apple dessert contest, a Halloween costume swap hosted by Coast Kids Reshop, and more.

Here’s what’s happening throughout the day:
– Apple Picking
– Rosa Cider & Cheese Pairing featuring Gibsons Cheese Co.
– Apple Dessert Contest – 2–2:30 PM, with a sweet treat for everyone
– Open Mic hosted by Scotty from Coastal Hosts – 4–7 PM
– Halloween Costume Swap hosted by Coast Kids Reshop
– Local Vendors
– Bonfires
– Cider, food & more!

Bring your friends and family, explore the orchard, pick some apples, warm up by the bonfire, and celebrate the harvest with us. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another Applefest!

Sechelt Arts Festival: How Water Remembers Art Activation + Discussion

Join us for an activation and discussion of Laiwan’s How Water Remembers, a multi-part artistic project that aims to build awareness and cultural value in developing sustainable ecologies for humans and biodiversity. By increasing ecological biodiversity, scientists believe we can slow down global warming and also increase protections against future pandemics. How Water Remembers encourages a vision of a more livable city with sensitive landscape architecture that enhances biodiversity, while respecting our interconnected livelihood with the many diverse critters whose habitats may be currently endangered.

We will play The Divination Game that invites us to embody the qualities of the inhabitants of mudflats. The first 5 participants will receive an artist edition.

September 20, 2pm-4pm

Sunshine Coast Art Crawl

Take a free, self-directed tour and discover the vibrant arts community of the Sunshine Coast!
The Art Crawl returns this year with 186 venues spanning from Gambier Island to Earls Cove and Egmont, showcasing an incredible range of artists, studios, galleries and other unique locations.
Over three days, meet the artists, explore their creative spaces, and experience the unique spirit of the Coast through painting, pottery, glass, woodwork, textiles, photography, jewelry, and much more.
Whether you’re a seasoned collector or simply curious, the Crawl offers something for everyone. Come explore, connect, and discover the creativity that makes the Sunshine Coast so special!

GPAG: ART FOR ALL | Pro-D Day Creation Stations

Join us on Tuesday, September 8th, 10am – 2pm for drop in creation stations with a variety of activities for kids of all ages! Plus, from 12pm – 2pm, we’ll be hosting a special checkerboard cedar mat weaving station with Red Cedar Woman. Try out some new crafts, including cedar weaving, beading, origami, collage, and more.

Entrance by donation, young children must be accompanied by an adult. No pre-registration required for this event. We hope you will join us!

Pender Harbour Performance Centre: Black Gardenia

A journey to an age where cool meant classy and noir was the norm. With Daphne Roubini at its helm, Black Gardenia evokes smoky elegance and cinematic swing. Inspired by the classic jazz recordings of the 1940s and 1950s, Black Gardenia creates music that feels timeless – at once vintage in spirit and alive with modern nuance.

#daphneroubini
You can hear Black Gardenia here https://www.blackgardenia.ca/music

Movie in Hackett Park

Enjoy a movie under the stars on the big screen. It’s the District of Sechelt’s 40th anniversary, let’s celebrate!

Also, celebrating its 40th anniversary of its theatre debut is the one and only Ferris Bueller’s Day Off. We couldn’t resist choosing it for this event.

Bring a blanket or a chair and get comfy! Chairs will be in a separate space than blankets. Don’t forget your flashlight or headlamp, it gets dark in the park.

Make it a double-bill family night with the Summer Music Series at 7 p.m. then stay for the movie under the stars. See you there!

Coopers Green Park: Halfmoon Bay Lazy Daze

Live music by Blue Western and Brothers in Farms. Three food vendors. Beer, wine and cider.
Laid back atmosphere – bring a deck chair or blanket, meet friends and neighbours. We love visitors!
Free to Community Association members

Opportunity: Get involved in the Arts Community – Volunteer at Hackett Park Artisan Fair!

Dates and times to choose from: Aug 15 & 16, 10am – 4pm. Looking for a fun way to get involved in the arts community on the coast? Join us for the Hackett park Artisan Fair Featuring 50+ vendors as well as live music. We are looking for gate attendants, vendor assistance and help with site set-up and take down. Volunteers are invited to take on multiple shifts with a minimum of 3 hours per shift. This is a great opportunity to engage with your community and enjoy the Fair while supporting the arts! We invite you to join us by filling out a brief application here.

Backeddy Pub: Sean Peters

Sean brings his signature blend of acoustic folk, blues, and soul to the stage. Pair the tunes with great food, cold drinks, and even better company — the perfect way to wrap up the weekend.

PR – Powell River Fall Fair

Sept 12 & 13, 12-5pm each day, the Exhibition grounds will be full of local food, farm and artisan vendors as well as local non-profits who help support agriculture and our community as a whole. There will be something for everyone – giant vegetables, delicious baking, train rides, live music, zucchini races, an animal barn, kids’ zone, youth tent, and so much more!

$5/person at the gates (kids 12 and under are free)

*FREE BIKE VALET (NEW THIS YEAR!)
Ride your bike to the Fall Fair McLeod Rd entrance where you can access free, secure parking compliments of QRCA! Regular and ebikes welcome.

*FUN CONTESTS
Find out about how to enter things that you have made, baked, grown or created. There are entry categories for kids and adults with ribbons and local bragging rights. Entry forms will be in the Fall Fair Guide in the August edition of qathet Living, and will also be posted online when available.
NEW THIS YEAR: Use our online entry form to submit your entries, pay the fee when you drop off your exhibit(s): https://forms.gle/KJs7QSGQRvojZsdk8

*LIVE MUSIC
Come enjoy live performances by KP Duty, Wen Warn & The Texada Boyz, Beach Crashers, and Denis and the Menaces!

*SHUTTLE & PARKING
Consider taking the shuttle from the mall as parking is always limited during this event. Accessible parking is available from Myrtle Ave.

Creek Daze 2026

xRCCA is excited to invite you to CREEK DAZE 2026!
Join us this year as we kick off the festivities at Roberts Creek School, gathering for the lively Higgledy Piggledy Parade leading down to the Pier! Get creative with your costumes straight from the tickle trunk! Meet at 10:45am, parade at 11:11am!
Explore a diverse array of vendors offering information, crafts, delicious food, and engaging activities for everyone to enjoy. Kids will love the KidZone featuring face painting, games, and playful activities.
Don’t miss the vibrant music performances at the mandala stage from 11:30am-6pm (see the discussion board for lineup) and the Slow Sundays Stage at Library Park from noon-3:30pm. Performance by the Story Theatre at the Gazebo, Be sure to browse through the renowned Library Book Sale from noon-3pm—it’s a can’t-miss event!
Stay tuned for more details about the stage line-up, artists, vendors and more! Bring the whole family for a day packed with fun! There will be a water station so bring your water bottles to fill! We do our best to make this a zero waste event!
We always need volunteers to help make these wonderful events happen! Please sign up at volunteersignup.org/LETMW
You’re community spirit is appreciated!!!
This event is supported by the Province of British Columbia.

The 1969 Clubhouse, Restaurant, & Patio Grand Opening

Join us July 3rd for the grand opening and renaming of The 1969 Clubhouse, Restaurant, & Patio at the Sunshine Coast Golf and Country Club. We will have local live music, $5 local draft beer, 1/2 price wings & dry ribs, & food and beverage combo for $19.69.

Summer IGNITE Girls’ Soccer Program

What is IGNITE?
IGNITE is a week-long camp that incorporates a blend of soccer and mindset exploration in a fun and active environment. We use soccer as the vehicle for supporting the development and growth of players’ confidence, resilience, social skills, and understanding of themselves.

Who is leading IGNITE?
IGNITE will be led by SCYSA staff coaches Holly Neate and Devon O’Reilly, alongside experienced guest facilitators and youth mentors. The program is structured to provide a supportive environment where participants can build skills and connection to the game, as well as to each other.

Who is IGNITE for?
IGNITE is a program for girls and non-binary youth of all soccer levels. This includes players who are:
-Have never played soccer before
-New to soccer or have limited experience
-Currently playing in foundation/recreational soccer programs
-Currently playing in pre-competitive or competitive soccer programs

What will players do?
Each day includes a mix of:
-Soccer-based games and skill activities
-Team challenges and creative exercises
-Confidence- and mindset-building activities
-Structured and free-play scrimmages
-Guest workshops