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From jazz to Shakespeare, from pottery workshops to whale-watching cruises, from sand sculpture competitions to trumpeter swan festivals... Choose your adventure - and don't forget your camera!

August 4, 2010
Sat Sat	4/3- 9/4	Cherryville Farmers Market "Growing a Community". Come and join us at the Cherryville Farmers Market in the heart of the beautiful Monashee Mountains. Enjoy our wide variety of organic produce, farm products, fresh foods, handmade crafts and many more items which our creative and productive community has to offer. Be entertained from our live music/performance tent, while enjoying fresh whole foods from one of our many vendors.
Sat Sat	4/3- 10/30	Kelowna Farmers & Crafters Market Visit one of British Columbia's largest Farmers Markets & support Kelowna's local farmers & artisans. We also offer a Thursday evening market. The Thursday evening market is held at the Waterfront Parking Lot at the Dolphins.
Fri Fri	4/9- 12/31	Hope Farmers Market The Hope Farmers Market takes place every Tuesday & Friday, year round. 6th Ave & Kawkawa Lk Rd, Hope.
Sat Sat	4/17- 10/30	Kamloops Regional Farmers' Market The market offers a wide variety of vendors including vegetables, crafts, honey and sausage. Come join us for a fun shopping experience in downtown Kamloops.
Sat Sat	4/17- 12/18	Sicamous Indoor Farmers' Market The Sicamous Indoor Farmers Market runs from mid April to Christmas in the Seniors Activity Centre on Shuswap Ave. Saturdays 8:30 am - 12:30 pm.
Wed Thu	4/21- 10/28	Vernon Farmers Market One of the oldest farm markets in the Okanagan and one of the very best! Over 100 annual growers and artisans grace our spacious site offering everything from fresh fruit, vegetables and plants to handicrafts, eggs and fresh baked delicacies. Buskers and live entertainment often add to the cheerful atmosphere and "Special Event Mondays" are featured every long weekend. We're surrounded by acres of free parking, so you’ll quickly discover the fun and benefits of "doing the market"!
Fri Fri	4/23- 10/8	Shuswap Farm & Craft Market Fresh farm products & local crafts, it's all made, baked or grown locally. There are about 70 regular vendors, offering fresh fruits & veggies, delicious home baking, craftworks, woodworking, bedding plants & more.
Sat Sat	4/24- 11/13	Armstrong Farmers Market In true country atmosphere you can get a coffee and a muffin, a smokie in a bun, ethnic foods, conventional and organic vegetables and fruits, homemade bread and other baked goods, jams and jellies, cheeses, sausage, free range eggs, snacks, gorgeous flower arrangements, plants, home and garden accessories, beautiful wooden bowls, jewelry boxes, wooden planters and garden furniture, unique clothing for kids and adults, fabulous hand made jewelry, fashion accessories, soaps and body products, and numerous other items produced by the vendors.
Sat Sat	4/24- 10/30	Lumby Public Market Enjoy the latest fruit & vegetables in season, find baking, books, pottery, plants, crafts & flea market items. Enjoy a burger, hot dog or smokie in our open-air market.
Sat Thu	5/1- 9/30	Whistler Street Entertainment Whistler Street Entertainment presents free, family-friendly events, attractions and performers every weekend from May through September. Whistler Street Entertainment animates the paths of Whistler Village and provides interactive entertainment by performers from the Sea-to-Sky Corridor and touring artists from across Canada. Entertainment includes juggling acts, circus performers, musicians, bike stuntman, dancers and acrobats.
Sat Sat	5/1- 10/30	Penticton Farmers Market Come enjoy one of the best markets in the Okanagan. 100 Block of Main Street in Penticton. Some of the freshest fruit and veggies you can imagine. Meet our wonderful Vendors who offer the widest variety of everything. See you at the Market!
Sat Sat	5/1- 9/25	Clearwater Farmers Market The Clearwater Farmers Market is having its 12th anniversary this year. As with many Farmers Markets it started out with a few Vendors but has grown to as many as 26. Dedication from individuals, Vendors and the community has grown the Market into a Fun Healthy event for everyone! Entertainment is welcome in our Event Tent which showcases our local talent on many a Saturday morning. The Clearwater Farmers Market has a wide array of Vendors and Artisans selling everything from crafts to Chocolates. Plants, flowers, herbs, baking, seasonal fruits and lots of vegetables.
Sat Sat	5/1- 10/16	Cottonwood Falls Market The Cottonwood Falls Market is located next to the Japanese garden, and you'll be sure to see and hear the rush of Cottonwood Falls. Passers-by relax on the lush grass beside the creek. The market itself features an array of different vendors and products, and the performances of local musicians. The market is only a short walk from Baker Street and Nelson's downtown. The atmosphere is always relaxed and the air always fresh at Cottonwood Falls Market.
Sat Sat	5/1- 12/18	Farmers Market Revelstoke's market is the place to be on Saturday mornings! Downtown's Grizzly Plaza, surrounded by heritage buildings interspersed with views of snow covered peaks, comes alive with colourful awnings, crowds of people & a vibrant market atmosphere.
Sat Sat	5/1- 10/2	Trout Lake Farmers Market Visit the Trout Lake Farmers Market located in the parking lot of Trout Lake Community Centre. Saturdays, 9 am - 2 pm.
Sat Sun	5/1- 9/5	Park Drive-In Theatre Watch the latest summer flicks on one of the few remaining drive-in theatres left in North America. The theatre operates Fri-Sun. While here, stay for the mini-golf & go-karts; stay refreshed at the concession/grill. Location: 9660 Raceway Rd, Prince George.
Sat Wed	5/1- 10/6	Skeena Valley Farmers' Market Everything at the Skeena Valley Farmers' Market is homegrown, homemade & home-baked. Coming here on a Saturday morning is the social thing to do. Think of it as a community living room. Location: 4600 Block Davis, Terrace.
Sat Sat	5/1- 10/2	Dawson Creek Farmers Market Come visit the Dawson Creek Farmers Market in Northern British Columbia. Meet the vendors who make, bake or grow your products. We have a wide variety of fresh fruits & vegetables & much more!
Sat Sat	5/1- 12/18	Fort St. James Farmers Market Visit the Fort St. John Farmers' Market at North Peace Arena to sample a wide variety of locally grown, fresh & wholesome foods direct from the grower.
Sun Sat	5/2- 10/30	Creston Saturday Market Craft people, art, produce, flowers, plants, wood products, baked goods, freshly roasted coffee, live music, breakfast every Saturday from 9am to 1pm - everything made, baked or grown in the Kootenay Rockies area. Takes place Saturday mornings in Millennium Park.
Wed Wed	5/5- 10/6	Freewheelers Visitors are welcome to join local mountain bikers for their weekly ride through the Nature Park. These outings are for fit riders. Routes may include technical sections. Meet at the Overwaitea parking lot at 6:30 pm Wednesdays. Ride duration: 2 hours.
Thu Thu	5/6- 10/28	Barriere Farmers Market Come check out the home made goodies and home grown fruits and veggies at the Barriere Farmers' Market. Beef, pork and lamb from 4 bar S ranch and free range eggs from Watersmeet Farm. Cedar garden furniture and paintings by local artists.
Thu Thu	5/6- 9/9	Third Avenue Market Come check out the goodies at the Third Avenue Market in Prince Rupert!
Fri Fri	5/7- 9/24	South Cariboo Farmers Market Red Coach Parking Lot: Farm fresh produce; bedding plants & perennials; baking; local craftsmen including woodworking, painting, jewelry, clothing & baby items; honey; BC salmon; hot food items & much more.
Fri Fri	5/7- 10/29	Farmers' Market Williams Lake The Williams Lake Farmers' Market offers a wide variety of seasonable produce, organic beef & pork, lamb & lamb products; soaps, chocolates & candy; stone jewelry, woven baskets, paintings, prints, cards & giftware; bedding plants, shrubs & herbs; different every week.
Fri Fri	5/7- 10/8	Vernon Friday Night Farmers' Market We have a nice, family friendly atmosphere, and a great setting to pick up your locally produced vegetables, fruit, baking and homemade goods. We are a smaller market with charm. The market is an excellent meeting place for family and friends. Easy access and plenty of parking.
Sat Sat	5/8- 10/9	Sorrento Village Farmers Market The Sorrento Market is the place to be on a Shuswap Saturday morning. Fresh local organic produce, fine baked goods, eggs, cut flowers, preserves; Shuswap artisans sell their wares and local musicians entertain. It is fun to stroll among outdoor stalls of fresh produce and local crafts and tap your feet to the music. The Farmers’ Market makes shopping a pleasure. The Sorrento Market is a community gathering place. “Come for the freshness; stay for the fun.”
Sat Sat	5/8- 10/9	Abbotsford Farm & Country Market The Market remains a premier shopping experience offering an array of fresh produce, processed foods, garden plants, arts & crafts. The selection changes from week to week as fresh produce, fruit, plants & other agricultural products come into season.
Sat Sat	5/8- 10/30	Lonsdale Quay Farmers Market Lonsdale Quay Farmers Market is in a wonderful location right by the water, shaded by trees on the East Plaza at Lonsdale Quay Market & Shops. We have a great selection of organic and conventional produce, fruits and berries, Our prepared Food Vendors sell baking, jams, honey, preserves, salsas, sauces, pickles, pastas to name a few. Our Crafters have jewelry, pottery, photography, clothing, soaps, botanical prints, herbal skincare and much more.
Sat Sat	5/8- 10/9	Quesnel Farmers' Market The Quesnel Farmers' Market has been a weekend institution since 1989. Coordinated by a dedicated group of volunteers, the Farmers' Market has grown to receive upwards of one hundred-fifty visitors each weekend. During the summer, the Market runs special events, including the Flavours of Quesnel, Artists at the Market, and Customer Appreciation Day.
Sun Sun	5/9- 10/10	Haney Farmers Market This popular summer event is held every Saturday from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm beginning May 9 and ending October 10 in Memorial Peace Park. The market features locally made baked or grown products.
Sun Wed	5/9- 10/20	Main Street Station Farmers' Market Located at the bustling commuter intersection at Main and Terminal, this market will replace our current market located at Riley Park Community Centre. Access by bus and SkyTrain is exceptional at this central location. The market vendors will line up on the east side of Thornton Park on the sidewalk along Station Street. There is ample room for pedestrians to walk along the sidewalk or detour into the park if they wish. You can expect to find a great selection of vendors at this market - everything from produce, meat and cheese, baking and more!
Sun Sun	5/9- 10/31	Coquitlam Farmers Market The Coquitlam Farmers began in 1997 as a small summer market with a few vendors, and has grown to boast a weekly Sunday market from Mother's Day to Halloween; and a twice a month Winter market from November to March. Each week you will find a diverse mix of vendors, kids crafts, local entertainment, and strong involvement by community groups who provide education to the public on local programs and services. A variety of events, such as our Salmon BBQ, are held monthly, focusing on eating land supporting local!
Fri Sun	5/14- 9/5	Vancouver Chinatown Night Market There is no shortage of atmosphere at this shopping extravaganza featuring Asian traditional handicrafts, fashionable gifts & ethnic snacks that will tempt your taste buds. A shopping experience like never before - on every Fri, Sat & Sun.
Sat Sat	5/15- 10/9	East Vancouver Farmers' Market More than a market - a community institution! This market was established in 1995 and features a great selection of organic and conventionally grown produce,nursery items as well as meat, cheese, seafood and prepared foods of all sorts. High quality local craft is available and perfect for gifts! Enjoy entertainment by acoustic musicians and kids can have their face painted or get a balloon animal from our resident balloon sculptor. On-site hot food available. Make a day of it and visit the beautiful Trout Lake park complete with an off-leash dog park and beach with picnic area.
Sat Sat	5/15- 10/9	Squamish Farmers' Market Welcome to the Squamish Farmers’ Market. We strive to provide the community with the freshest, most local organic foods available in season. With local artisans, crafts, and live music, we support our local economy and foster community and sustainability.
Sat Wed	5/15- 8/25	Animal Grossology Metropolis at Metrotown will be home to the grossest, most entertaining and educational exhibit you’ve ever seen. Using imaginative interact live exhibits and animated characters set in a virtual 3D animal world, Animal Grossology is an exciting exhibition based on Sylvia Branzei’s best-selling Grossology books.
Sat Sun	5/15- 10/10	Merritt Stock Car Club Bring the family and catch all the fun and excitement at the Merritt Speedway, exciting action-packed excitement from May to October. Merritt Speedway features a lighted 3/8 mile dirt top oval surface track popular with stock car and funny car enthusiasts. Our club maintains a clean site with secure lighted bleachers that can sit up to 300 spectators. There is ample parking and a play area for the youngsters all setup in a nice safe rural area.
Sat Mon	5/15- 10/11	Whistler Mountain Bike Park Opens Summer 2010 Bike Season Begins on Whistler
Sat Sat	5/15- 9/11	Automobile Racing Summer Series Come watch drivers race around the track. Hobby stock, mini stocks, thunder cars & hit-to-pass. Various dates & times - please contact us for the schedule. For more info: www.pgara.ca
Sat Sat	5/15- 9/18	Bulkley Valley Farmers' Market - The Bulkley Valley Farmers' Market is a vibrant market. Local music is featured every week. Many people come to visit & socialize, as well as to take advantage of local products. Location: Main St & Hwy 16, Smithers.
Sat Sat	5/15- 10/2	Hazelton Farmers' Market Come check out our home made & home grown goodies.
Sun Mon	5/16- 9/6	'In The Bag' Drop by the Flagstop Gallery at the Langley Heritage Society's CN Station in Fort Langley (on the corner of Glover & Mavis) to see how the artists have interpreted this challenging and amusing theme. The show features a wide variety of mediums and styles including painting, drawing, photography, clay, printmaking, mixed media and others.
Tue Fri	5/18- 10/8	Grand Forks Farmers' Market Certified organic vegetables, apples, plums, pears & cherries in season. Local wild huckleberries, jams & jellies & fresh baking are also featured. Local soap, bath & beauty products & local crafts display the diverse culture of the Kootenay Boundary area. Lots of parking, a picnic site, playground & washroom facilities are near the market.
Fri Mon	5/21- 10/11	Richmond Night Market The original and the only summer outdoor event that provides the largest and most diverse products market place in North America. With the high quality live entertainment every night throughout the summer and wide range of authentic food items freshly made every night, it is with no surprise that Richmond Night Market© is the #1 top summer events in Metro Vancouver.
Sat Mon	5/22- 10/11	Summer Sightseeing & Hiking Spanning the distance between Whistler and Blackcomb, the PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola is a breathtaking, 4.4 kilometre journey to infinite possibilities. Two new hiking trails. Two new sightseeing routes. Two new alpine vistas.
Sun Sun	5/23- 9/26	Peachland Farmers' & Crafters' Market Please join us on Sundays for one of the valley's newest outdoor markets. We are pleased to be able to present a wide variety of vendors that all offer "made, baked or grown products" to our customers. We will also have demos, displays and special events on various Sundays. We are positive you will find numerous things to catch your interest at the market. Our new location is Heritage Park and the lake view is fantastic. The park itself is very spacious and boasts picnic and seating areas, the Rotary Pavilion and a playground area.
Sun Sun	5/23- 9/26	Kettle Valley Train Robbery & BBQ Experience the “Old West” with the notorious Garnett Valley Gang! You’ll enjoy their antics on & off the train as they rob passengers for local charities. Reserve early to make sure you don’t miss out. The outing includes a delicious barbecue dinner & musical entertainment.
Sun Sun	5/30- 9/19	Winlaw Farmers' Market Come check out all the home made and grown goodies at the Winlaw Farmers' Market.
Wed Wed	6/2- 9/29	Surrey Urban Farmers Market In a prime location, within walking distance of 17,000 workers, 20,000 residents, 5,000 students and loads of commuters throughout the Lower Mainland. Join us for farm fresh produce, artisan products, locally produced foods and international delicacies.
Fri Sat	6/4- 8/28	Summer Street Festival The City of Revelstoke welcomes residents & visitors to enjoy Music in the Plaza nightly. Enjoy a wide variety of talent in the heart of Revelstoke's historic downtown Grizzly Plaza. Enjoy the entertainment during the cool summer nights.
Fri Wed	6/4- 9/1	New Denver Friday Market In the heart of New Denver, this gem of a market spreads out on the grass amongst fruit trees & flower gardens, beneath shady maples. We feature locally grown vegetables, flowers, fruit, herbs & perennials. The market features artisans from all over the Kootenays.
Fri Fri	6/4- 9/24	McBride Farmers Market Visit the McBride Farmers Market at Village Park this summer on Fridays, 12pm - 3pm.
Sat Sat	6/5- 9/11	Chilliwack Farmers' Market Chilliwack Farmers' market is small but fun. We enjoy ourselves at every market. We welcome community groups to come & set up for free! Like most markets we need more farmers.
Sat Sat	6/5- 9/4	Port Moody Market This popular market features artisans, crafters, entertainment & food! The Port Moody Market has a real sense of community spirit that attracts visitors from all over. Closed on holiday weekends.
Sat Sat	6/5- 10/23	West End Farmers' Market Located in the heart of Vancouver's busy West End, the West End Farmers Market looks onto beautiful newly renovated Nelson Park and community gardens. Weekly, West Enders can enjoy the best in local produce, prepared foods and crafts. Hot food and coffee onsite as well. Take the dog for a walk and enjoy a market in your urban backyard!
Sun Sun	6/6- 10/24	Kitsilano Farmers Market Each week the parking lot of Kits Community Centre fills with organic and conventional product, meat, cheese, seafood and plants as well as tasty baked goods, beautiful crafts and musical entertainment by local musicians. Kids can enjoy the playground and waterpark nearby and parents will find the best selection of organic produce around. Hot coffee and hot food available on site each week.
Sun Sun	6/6- 10/31	Ambleside Farmers' Market Ambleside Farmers' Market has a great location by the water at the entrance to Ambleside Park. We have a good selection of Organic and Conventional Farmers selling produce, fruits and berries, plus Prepared Food vendors with breads, fish, jams, beef, honey, vinegars, pickles, salsas, pastas & baking and a great variety of crafters selling jewelry, pottery, artwork, skin care and much more.
Sun Sun	6/6- 9/26	Bella Coola Valley Farmers' Market Every Sunday from Jun 6-Sep 26 locals & visitors head to the Bella Coola Valley Farmers' Market located at the Quonset Hut on Hwy 20, 6 km east of Bella Coola, from 10:00 am-2:00 pm. It's a chance to mingle with the locals, buy fresh produce, local honey & homemade goodies & get a sampling of the fine arts & crafts available in the Valley.
Fri Fri	6/11- 10/8	Two Rivers Farmers' Market A small, but festive, farmers' market. 4th street, in Lytton, is blocked off to vehicle traffic, and the market is set up. There is a wide range of fruits, vegetables, poultry and assorted goods available. The selection varies each week, depending on what is seasonally available. There is usually one or two musicians performing. Lytton is recorded to be the hottest place in Canada, but the market is on a shaded street, with multiple tents.
Sat Sat	6/12- 10/30	Burnaby Farmers Market Burnaby Farmers' Market has a large variety of farmers selling organic and non organic produce, fruits, berries, plants, fish and meats as well as prepared Food Vendors selling breads, honey, jams, sauces, pickles, pastas, pita bread, dips, salsas, ethnic foods, baking & pet treats. Our Crafters sell jewelry, pottery, furniture, iron work, natural cosmetics, photography, baby wear, herbal skin care, knitting and much, much more…
Sat Fri	6/12- 8/27	Whistler Art Workshops on the Lake The Whistler Art Workshops on the Lake features two to four day workshops from beginner to intermediate level instruction in oil, acrylic and watercolour painting, sketching and life drawing. The program is inspired by the beautiful mountain environment of Whistler and Alta Lake Station House, the rustic heritage home located on Alta Lake waterfront with views of Whistler, Blackcomb and Wedge Mountain. The classes run from 9:00 am to approximately 4:00 pm each day.
Sat Sat	6/12- 8/14	Art Walk This annual event takes place in many venues located in & around Kaslo. It's a plethora of local talent; both performers & visual arts. Opening night performances takes place Saturday evening.
Sun Wed	6/13- 9/8	Ladner Village Market Located in historic Ladner Village, 2010 marks the 14th year of operation of the Ladner Village Market. This 3 block long open-air market runs rain or shine and has over 140 vendors from all over the southern province. As the vendors vary each Sunday the market is never the same twice! Shop 'til you drop as you peruse the fresh produce; plants and garden accessories; hand-made jewellery; soaps; crafts, and so many more original creations.
Sun Sun	6/20- 10/10	Whistler Farmer’s Market The Whistler Farmer’s Market returns to the pedestrian streets of the Upper Village (near the Fairmont Chateau Whistler) every Sunday this summer, featuring local produce from the Pemberton Valley and beyond, tasty artisan foods, live cooking demos by Whistler Chefs and live music. Choose from a selection of crafts, organic and local produce, jams, honey, baked goods, jewellery and much more. The market runs every Sunday from 11:00 am until 4:00 pm. Dates to be confirmed.
Sun Tue	6/20- 9/7	Adventure Zone Opens If hiking, biking or exploring doesn't tire them out, take your family for a ride at the Adventure Zone located at the base of Blackcomb. It's huge fun for both big and little folk, and only minutes from the base of Whistler Mountain.
Sun Sun	6/20- 9/5	Silverton Sunday Market Silverton's Market happens from 10am to 2pm every Sunday, solstice weekend in June through September, on the grass next to the Silverton Country Inn, located by the lake at the south end of the village. The Market brings together growers and creators from our area to offer locally grown seasonal produce, herbs and flowers, plus a cornucopia of hand-crafted local and imported clothing, notions, furniture, musical instruments, decorative items, and much more.
Mon Wed	6/21- 9/1	Women’s Nights at Whistler Mountain Bike Park Every Monday and Wednesday, grab your best girls and hit the Bike Park for an estrogen-fuelled ride — no boys allowed. All levels of experience are welcome. Get discounts on rentals and learn from an experienced guide. Afterwards, bond over bevvies at the GLC après. 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Dates to be confirmed. Dates to be confirmed.
Wed Wed	6/23- 8/25	Phat Wednesdays Freeride Series Head to the Whistler Mountain Bike Park every second Wednesday for a downhill race similar to the Toonie Rides. Each race takes place on a different trail or course so you never know what you’re going to get. All ages and skill levels welcome. Après at the GLC. Sign in at 5:00 pm. Dates to be confirmed.
Wed Wed	6/23- 9/1	Farmers & Artisan Market Visitors to the Golden Farmers' Market will find a selection of fresh fruits & vegetables from several local growers. Artisans' wares include pottery, soaps, jewellery, art photography, woodwork & more. Locally produced honey is a popular choice for market-goers. Artisan breads & home made pies are another favourite. The smell of hotdogs with fried onions in the air & the sounds of live music all add to the deliciousness & fun of the Market every Wednesday in the summer.
Thu Thu	6/24- 9/16	Port Coquitlam Farmers' Market A busy and colourful downtown Farmers Market with fresh produce picked that morning, fruits when in season, seafood, sausage, pickles, jams, jellies, conserves, eggs, fresh baked bread and cookies, fair trade coffee, fine art, fibre art, woodworking and so much more. A children's craft and lively entertainment will encourage you to stay and relax awhile.
Sat Sun	6/26- 9/5	Sun Peaks & Region Farmers' Market Help us create sustainable local industry by purchasing local free range & organic produce. Local farmers will be in the Village Square every Sunday this summer selling fruit & veggies pulled from the ground or picked from trees that morning.
Sat Mon	6/26- 9/6	Summerfest at Lonsdale Quay Market The North Shore’s favourite waterfront festival is an 11-week celebration of music, dance, culture and community. A spectacular outdoor festival featuring local talent, cultural dance, live concerts, Artisan Farmers Market, and kid’s activities. SummerFest is a free community event and is in support of local charities; donations will be accepted on site.
Sat Sat	6/26- 9/4	Invermere Farmers Market Downtown Invermere Farmers' Market is a colourful downtown Market on 2 closed streets. Something for everyone. All items handcrafted or grown. Musicians most market days. Go to the market in the morning & to the beach in the afternoon.
Sat Sat	6/26- 9/18	Cranbrook Farmers' Market Rotary Park: Visit the Cranbrook Farmer’s Market for a variety of locally made, baked and grown products. Spend Saturday mornings sampling the market food, listening to local musicians or searching for a unique gift. Rotary Park, next to the market, offers a spray park, playground and picnic tables for your family to enjoy. Cranbrook Farmer’s Market – it’s Simply Good!
Sat Mon	6/26- 11/8	Radium Hot Springs Glass Art Show 9th Annual Radium Hot Springs Glass Art Show and Sale. Theme:People and the Park
Wed Wed	6/30- 9/15	Golden Farmers' Market Visitors to the Golden Farmers' Market will find a selection of fresh fruits and vegetables from several local growers. Artisans' wares include pottery, soaps, jewellery, art photography, woodwork and more. Locally produced honey is a popular choice for market-goers. Artisan breads and home made pies are another favourite. The smell of hot dogs with fried onions in the air and the sounds of live music all add to the delicious-ness and fun of our Market every Wednesday in the summer. Come visit and try for yourself.
Thu Thu	7/1- 8/26	Music In The Park Bring a blanket, lawn chairs & a picnic dinner & enjoy some live music in the summer sun. Toonie donations are appreciated. Music in the Park takes place during the summer months of Jul & Aug, every Thursday evening at the Gyro Park Gazebo.
Thu Tue	7/1- 8/31	Vernon Murals Vernon walls speak! Downtown Vernon boasts one of the largest outdoor public art galleries in Canada. 25 incredible murals, some as large as 90 m (300 ft) long & 12 m (40 ft) high, depict the history, culture, scenery & folklore that made Vernon what it is today. Join us on an adventure into our past. For group & individual walking & self-guided tours, contact our office.
Thu Tue	7/1- 8/31	ArtWalk ArtWalk features regional artists and artisans in host “galleries” throughout Whistler Village including cafes, retail outlets, hotels and restaurants. Artists from Lions Bay to Lillooet showcase works of painting, photography, multi-media, fibre arts, sculpture, pottery and jewellery. ArtWalk bridges the gap between tourism, business and culture in this free two-month walking tour that brings local art to high-traffic venues. Participating venues host opening receptions at the beginning of July and August where art and business create social gathering spaces with live music, interactive creations, live art and dance.
Fri Fri	7/2- 9/3	Enchanted Evenings Concert Series Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden; Enchant your evenings with the critically acclaimed concert series set within the serene, garden beauty of one of Vancouver's most prestigious landmarks. Complete your cultural experience by following the concert with a trip to the nearby Night Market.
Fri Sat	7/2- 9/11	Nelson ArtWalk The Nelson ArtWalk has drawn locals and visitors downtown to experience the wonderful work of our visual artists for 22 years. One of the best family summer events. The first opening night receptions will be held at venues throughout Nelson on Friday, July 2nd from 6 to 9 pm. Those exhibits run through until August 6. The second series of exhibits start with opening night events on Friday, Aug 6th from 6 to 9 pm.
Sun Sun	7/4- 9/5	Fernie's Mountain Market Surrounded by the spectacular scenery of the Lizard Range, vendors & market lovers from the Elk Valley & beyond call Fernie’s Mountain Market the place to be. Experience our crafters, weavers, gardeners, farmers, artisans, woodworkers, painters, musicians, bakers & more. Takes place in Rotary Park.
Tue Tue	7/6- 8/31	Tuesdays in the Trees Free lunchtime entertainment in Downtown Vernon during July & August! Come out to Cenotaph Park on Tuesdays between 11am & 1pm for fantastic & unique entertainment.
Wed Wed	7/7- 10/6	Langley Community Farmers' Market The Langley Community Farmers Market invites residents of the Langleys to come discover a traditional "make it, bake it, grow it" market where the people selling their products have had a direct hand in growing and producing them. Join over 30 vendors offering an amazing array of in-season produce and fruit, processed foods and quality arts and crafts.
Wed Wed	7/7- 8/25	Music at the Miyazaki Local music every Wednesday Night for the months of July and August.
Thu Thu	7/8- 8/26	Civic Sounds The Civic Plaza in Downtown Vernon is alive from 7:00pm until 9:00pm every Thursday night in July & August! Come out to enjoy free musical entertainment by local, national & international musicians, weather permitting. Schedule subject to change without notice.
Fri Sat	7/9- 8/21	Theatre Under the Stars In its 64th season, Theatre Under The Stars is presenting Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat and Singin' In The Rain on alternating nights at Malkin Bowl in Vancouver's Stanley Park. Unforgettable outdoor live theatrical and musical entertainment. Call for performance schedule. Most performances start at 8 pm.
Sat Sat	7/10- 8/14	Watch Lake/Green Lake Gymkhana Grounds Open 10 am, events 12 pm, $2/adult, $1/child or senior, beer garden, concession, $2 for each event to enter.
Wed Wed	7/14- 8/25	Wild West Wednesday Be part of the action at Fort Steele Heritage Town's Wild West Wednesday. The event starts with a hearty BBQ dinner at the International Hotel, followed by an evening train ride aboard the 1077 steam locomotive. It's not your ordinary train ride though, as passengers encounter bandits in the woods & experience an old-fashioned train heist. Dessert is served at the railway viewing platform & a cash bar is available afterwards. Tickets are available for the entire evening or just the train ride. Seating is limited, so please book ahead.
Thu Thu	7/15- 10/7	Vanderhoof Farmers' Market Come check out the home baked, grown & made goodies at the Vanderhoof Farmers' Market in Riverside Park.
Mon Thu	7/19- 9/23	Bird Banding Mackenzie Nature Obsevatory operates a fall migration monitoring bird banding station at Mugaha March 14 km north of Mackenzie. Volunteers are welcome, however when come to the station please be quite whille in the lab as this is were we band the birds as well we recommend no dogs however if you do bring one ou there please keep it on a leash as we have nets throughout the area. For more information: www.mackenzienatureobservatory.ca
Fri Sun	7/30- 8/8	Riverboat Days Starting the August long weekend, Riverboat Days is an entire week to appreciate the history, the culture & simply the unequaled natural setting around Terrace. Riverboat Days has grown to become the premiere community festival of northwestern British Columbia. Longstanding favourites such as the Legion Parade, the fireworks over Ferry Island & Concerts in the Park are sure to please.
Sun Thu	8/1- 9/30	Music at the Cannery 2010 Music at the Cannery is a new music series at the Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site of Canada. Music at the Cannery is open to all ages. Admission is by donation. Jun 28th: Bluegrass quartet Rhythm Roundup kicks off the series. Jul 12th: Fraser Union performs distinctly Canadian tunes. July 26th: Pancho & Sal promise a fun evening of toe-tapping rhythms. Aug 9th: Western Canadian bluegrass champion Steve Alexander plays his favourite tunes. Aug 23rd: Tim Readman performs folk songs with a dose of humour. Aug 30th: Shanna Lynn performs songs from her debut CD.