Abbotsford comes alive in the summertime and this year is no exception! After a long 15 months we are thrilled to see the return of the usual buzz of events, people gathering with friends over local beverages and enjoying live music from some of our incredibly talented homegrown artists. We wanted to find a way to bring together the best Abbotsford has to offer in a safe and responsible way which is what inspired our Sun & Soil Concert Series, presented in partnership with the Abbotsford Arts Council and Abbotsford Tech District. After tremendous success last year we are excited [...]

Historic Downtown Abbotsford is well known for its unique locally owned shops, restaurants and cafes. But wander through the heritage streets and alleyways and you’ll be delighted to find a variety of public art. Grab a coffee or beverage of choice (click here for suggestions!) and spend some time admiring the art, getting that perfect Instagram picture, and learning more about the thriving arts community in Abbotsford! Tip: Click on the photo of each mural for a link to a map of its location! CITI/SEEN MURALS Two of the murals you will find in Downtown Abbotsford are part of the [...]

As we enter the heart of summer we realized things looked a bit different here in Abbotsford, and we couldn't help but miss the usual buzz of events, gathering with friends over local beverages, and enjoying live music from some of our incredibly talented homegrown artists. We wanted to find a way to bring together the best Abbotsford has to offer in a safe and responsible way, while still providing entertainment to those who aren't quite ready to join us in person yet. Tourism Abbotsford’s first Sun & Soil summer concert series presents a diverse mix of genres while supporting [...]

As we round out our first full month of social distancing, many of us have adjusted to the new normal. Happy hours on Zoom, workouts in the living room, and birthday parties in the driveway have started to feel a little less bizarre with each passing day. The ways we consume arts and culture have changed, too. Some of us are reading more than ever and taking in virtual museum exhibitions we wouldn’t have had time for in the past. Others are mourning the loss of live concerts or jam nights and the closing of art galleries. We’ve spent the [...]

A National Historic Site, the Gur Sikh Temple has been a Sikh place of worship since 1912. Built by a community of Sikh settlers, it is known as the oldest existing Sikh Temple in North America. The restored building is managed by the not-for-profit society, The Khalsa Diwan Society, Abbotsford, whom run the daily management. On the ground floor is the Sikh Heritage Museum, open to the public. The second floor remains as a prayer room. In 2011, a ten year partnership was created by the South Asian Studies Institute (SASI) at UFV, the Reach Gallery Museum and the Khalsa [...]

If you live in Abbotsford chances are you’ve driven past Trethewey House. Or maybe you’ve heard the story of J.O. Trethewey, a lumber baron who was responsible for the leadership of the company during its boom years in the 1920s. But if you haven’t had the chance to explore the heritage site now is the perfect time as this month they celebrate winning a Heritage BC Recognition Award for their app, Agents of Discovery! This prestigious award was presented to Trethewey House Heritage Site and Heritage Abbotsford in the Heritage Education and Awareness category and celebrates outstanding achievements in heritage preservation among [...]