Summer in the Fraser Valley will see an explosion of colour as Lakeland Flowers invites you to explore over 45 acres of flowers! Visit our farm and walk among millions of blooms! We will have over 25 varieties of sunflowers, a meadow of Phacelia, a meadow of buckwheat, and several acres of feature flowers of Cosmos, Zinnias, Snap Dragons, and more!

In 2019, a small group of Métis and First Nations women met and began a weekly inclusive singing and hand drumming circle. Instructor Wenonah Justin member of Cook’s Ferry of the Nlaka’pamux nation with Cree ancestry is a traditional singer, Knowledge Sharer and Drum Carrier. She shares the traditional Salish teachings she learned from Salish Elders in Tiqilip Community Singers.

In the pursuit of helping themselves and others reclaim a culture that was denied to them, D.R.U.M.C. practices Love, Unity, Inclusivity, Acceptance, Indigenous languages, Stories, and Songs.

We will be gathering on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the Stó:lō People. Specifically Semá:th (Sumas), Mathexwi (Matsqui), and Laq’ámel (Mission) First Nations. This is also the lodging home for the Fraser Valley Métis Association, a chartered community of Metis Nation BC (MNBC).

Looking for a fun way to end your weekend? Come on down to the Highwayman Pub in Abbotsford on Sunday nights for a night of laughs and good times at our weekly comedy open mic!

Hosted by local comedian, Alex Svarez, our open mic is the perfect place to showcase your comedic talent or just enjoy some hilarious stand-up comedy from up-and-coming comedians. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a first-timer, the stage is open to anyone who wants to take a shot at making the audience laugh.

But the fun doesn’t stop there! Enjoy some delicious pub fare and drinks from our full bar menu while you’re being entertained. And don’t forget to bring your friends along for a night of laughter and good company.

Doors open at 6:30 PM and the show starts at 7:00 PM sharp. Admission is free, and seating is first come, first served. So mark your calendars, gather your friends, and get ready to laugh until your sides hurt at the Highwayman Pub’s Sunday Night Comedy Open Mic!

We will be gathering on the traditional, ancestral, unceded, and shared territories of the Stó:lō People, specifically in the Sem’a:th (Sumas), Mathxw’i (Matsqui) and Leq’a:mel (Mission) First Nations. This is also the lodging home of the Fraser Valley Métis Association.

This weekly gathering circle is made possible by the partnerships with the Mamele’awt Indigenous Education Centre and Metis Nation BC (MNBC) and our volunteers’ generous and dedicated support.

Light snacks, coffee and tea are provided. Help save the land and lend a hand by BYOM (Bringing Your Own Mug).

Join us for a beautiful evening amongst the vines in celebration of our upcoming harvest. On September 8th from 6-9pm, we will finish off the summer off with a 3 hour live concert from Abbotsford’s own Tanner Olsen Band and delicious BBQ dinner by Roll n’ Coal.

Tickets include 3 hour live concert and BBQ.

Wine will be sold by the glass or bottle. Select Ravens Brewing Beer and specialty drinks available.

Some seating will be available on a first come first serve basis. Guests are welcome to bring their own blankets and lawn chairs.

NO outside alcohol or outside food.

Your furry friend can join you too- dogs permitted on leash.

In 2019, a small group of Métis and First Nations women met and began a weekly inclusive singing and hand drumming circle. Instructor Wenonah Justin member of Cook’s Ferry of the Nlaka’pamux nation with Cree ancestry is a traditional singer, Knowledge Sharer and Drum Carrier. She shares the traditional Salish teachings she learned from Salish Elders in Tiqilip Community Singers.

In the pursuit of helping themselves and others reclaim a culture that was denied to them, D.R.U.M.C. practices Love, Unity, Inclusivity, Acceptance, Indigenous languages, Stories, and Songs.

We will be gathering on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the Stó:lō People. Specifically Semá:th (Sumas), Mathexwi (Matsqui), and Laq’ámel (Mission) First Nations. This is also the lodging home for the Fraser Valley Métis Association, a chartered community of Metis Nation BC (MNBC).

Join us as we bring our communities together to celebrate the 33rd annual Parkinson SuperWalk! At Parkinson Society British Columbia (PSBC), we are inspired every day by the strength and resilience of our community. Together, we are united in our commitment to the advocacy, research, and fundraising efforts that are bringing us closer to a future without Parkinson’s disease. Funds raised through Parkinson SuperWalk help PSBC continue to offer life-changing programs and services.

Parkinson SuperWalk is the single most important provincial and national awareness and fundraising event for Parkinson Society British Columbia (PSBC). We are very excited to be hosting an in-person SuperWalk again in 2023. We will be encouraging individuals across the province to walk on the weekend of September 9 and 10, while raising money for research and support services through individual pledges and corporate sponsorships. Proceeds from SuperWalk will enable the Society to invest in research and continue to provide essential programs and services to the 15,000 individuals and their families who live with Parkinson’s in BC.

Register or learn more at www.parkinson.bc.ca/superwalk

Looking for a fun way to end your weekend? Come on down to the Highwayman Pub in Abbotsford on Sunday nights for a night of laughs and good times at our weekly comedy open mic!

Hosted by local comedian, Alex Svarez, our open mic is the perfect place to showcase your comedic talent or just enjoy some hilarious stand-up comedy from up-and-coming comedians. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a first-timer, the stage is open to anyone who wants to take a shot at making the audience laugh.

But the fun doesn’t stop there! Enjoy some delicious pub fare and drinks from our full bar menu while you’re being entertained. And don’t forget to bring your friends along for a night of laughter and good company.

Doors open at 6:30 PM and the show starts at 7:00 PM sharp. Admission is free, and seating is first come, first served. So mark your calendars, gather your friends, and get ready to laugh until your sides hurt at the Highwayman Pub’s Sunday Night Comedy Open Mic!

We will be gathering on the traditional, ancestral, unceded, and shared territories of the Stó:lō People, specifically in the Sem’a:th (Sumas), Mathxw’i (Matsqui) and Leq’a:mel (Mission) First Nations. This is also the lodging home of the Fraser Valley Métis Association.

This weekly gathering circle is made possible by the partnerships with the Mamele’awt Indigenous Education Centre and Metis Nation BC (MNBC) and our volunteers’ generous and dedicated support.

Light snacks, coffee and tea are provided. Help save the land and lend a hand by BYOM (Bringing Your Own Mug).

Join the City of Abbotsford in celebrating Culture Days, 2023! Experience local arts, culture and heritage through fun, engaging, and thoughtful participatory activities and events held in the community.

Learn about the interesting technique of metal embossing and create your own embossing to contribute to our community mural or take home! This all ages, inclusive activity will be featured at our public celebration of Des Pardes, our groundbreaking exhibition in collaboration with Abbotsford’s South Asian Canadian community.

Activity is free and open to all ages. No registration required.

Join us for the 54th annual MCC Festival for World Relief!

Friday, September 15, 2023 | 5pm-9pm
Saturday, September 16, 2023 | 9am-2pm
Tradex (1190 Cornell St, Abbotsford, BC)

A weekend of delicious foods and family fun – all while helping families in need around the world!

Traditional Mennonite foods, live music & entertainment, kid’s fun zone, handmade quilts, local artisans & exhibits, fair trade rugs, and more!

It begins with food

This year, all Festival proceeds will help people facing food scarcity here in BC and in countries like South Sudan and Ethiopia through MCC Food Projects. Almost 800 million people don’t know when their next meal is coming…and the need for food is increasing. MCC partners are on the ground providing emergency food and long-term food solutions. Let’s share food with more people in need by raising $1 million at the Festival!

If you’d like to share food where it’s needed most, please consider giving a gift on the MCC Festival donations page or at the event. Thank you for showing your love and compassion to families who need hope!

How much does the event cost?

Admission is free! All proceeds from your purchases at the Festival go directly to people in need around the world.

Delicious Mennonite foods and international cuisine are available for purchase. Please buy food tickets at the door or at a participating MCC Thrift Shop (food vendors cannot accept direct payment). Each food ticket booklet contains 10 tickets and costs $10 (1 food ticket = $1).

The Kid’s Fun Zone is $5 per child. Admission includes a climbing wall, LEGO, bouncy castles, and more!

WWW.MCCFESTIVAL.COM

Experience a night of culinary delights with an evening of flavours from around Abbotsford and the Fraser Valley. From dishes made with local ingredients to handcrafted beverages to live music, this event is the best way to end your summer and welcome the fall season.

Sponsored in part by the Government of BC, Abby Wedding, Abbotsford Tech District, and the Chamber of Commerce.

Ticket Price: $35/attendee

Ticket includes:

• Admission to Night Market
• 8 tokens*, valued at $2.50/token, to spend on vendors at the Night Market

*Additional tokens will be available for purchase at the Night Market.

Free admission for Kids under 12!

Vendor List:

• Big Red’s Poutine Truck
• BIPOC+ Local Marketplace
• Crow’s Nest Distillery
• Dig For Your Rights
• El Compañeros
• Lucente’s Osteria
• Maan Farms Country Experience & Estate Winery
• Mia Birria
• Ravens Brewing Company
• Restaurant 62
• Ripples Estate Winery
• Roaming Spirits
• Taves Estate Cidery & Family Farm
• The Fishing Panda Food Truck
• The Palm Coffee Trailer
• Wingerz Food Truck
• And more!

Live music from Velavox and Rebecca Sichon.

In 2019, a small group of Métis and First Nations women met and began a weekly inclusive singing and hand drumming circle. Instructor Wenonah Justin member of Cook’s Ferry of the Nlaka’pamux nation with Cree ancestry is a traditional singer, Knowledge Sharer and Drum Carrier. She shares the traditional Salish teachings she learned from Salish Elders in Tiqilip Community Singers.

In the pursuit of helping themselves and others reclaim a culture that was denied to them, D.R.U.M.C. practices Love, Unity, Inclusivity, Acceptance, Indigenous languages, Stories, and Songs.

We will be gathering on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the Stó:lō People. Specifically Semá:th (Sumas), Mathexwi (Matsqui), and Laq’ámel (Mission) First Nations. This is also the lodging home for the Fraser Valley Métis Association, a chartered community of Metis Nation BC (MNBC).

As part of Taste of Abby, we are dedicating a day to take visitors on a guided tour of Abbotsford’s Circle Farm Tour partners. The tour will take 5 hours, highlighting our farm experiences, farm-to-table offerings, and wine experiences. We’ll start our morning at the Abbotsford Farm and Country Market with some shopping! Then we’ll load onto the shuttle bus and head over to our first tour of the EcoFarm Discovery Centre. After that, we’ll break for a yummy picnic lunch from our friends at Nature’s Pickin’s and then make our way over to Campbell’s Gold Honey Farm & Meadery for an educational tour as they share their knowledge and love of bees and the environment. We’ll finish of our day with a wine tasting at the beautiful Seaside Pearl Farmgate Winery.

We ask that participants arrive at the Abbotsford Farm and Country Market by at least 10:45am to check in before the shuttle leaves.

Looking for a fun way to end your weekend? Come on down to the Highwayman Pub in Abbotsford on Sunday nights for a night of laughs and good times at our weekly comedy open mic!

Hosted by local comedian, Alex Svarez, our open mic is the perfect place to showcase your comedic talent or just enjoy some hilarious stand-up comedy from up-and-coming comedians. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a first-timer, the stage is open to anyone who wants to take a shot at making the audience laugh.

But the fun doesn’t stop there! Enjoy some delicious pub fare and drinks from our full bar menu while you’re being entertained. And don’t forget to bring your friends along for a night of laughter and good company.

Doors open at 6:30 PM and the show starts at 7:00 PM sharp. Admission is free, and seating is first come, first served. So mark your calendars, gather your friends, and get ready to laugh until your sides hurt at the Highwayman Pub’s Sunday Night Comedy Open Mic!

Ever wanted to give pickleball a try? Now you can! Tourism Abbotsford has booked the courts at Jubilee Park and teamed up with the Go Play Outside Team to provide an afternoon of pickleball fun. Extra paddles will be available. This is a free event but registration is required.

Treat yourself afterwards at Old Yale Brewing with extra specials for our pickleball players! Lepp Farm Market will also be on site with some tasty pickling items and recipes to try.

You don’t want to miss out on this engaging Pickleball + Pints afternoon! Space is limited. Sign up today!

We will be gathering on the traditional, ancestral, unceded, and shared territories of the Stó:lō People, specifically in the Sem’a:th (Sumas), Mathxw’i (Matsqui) and Leq’a:mel (Mission) First Nations. This is also the lodging home of the Fraser Valley Métis Association.

This weekly gathering circle is made possible by the partnerships with the Mamele’awt Indigenous Education Centre and Metis Nation BC (MNBC) and our volunteers’ generous and dedicated support.

Light snacks, coffee and tea are provided. Help save the land and lend a hand by BYOM (Bringing Your Own Mug).

Join the City of Abbotsford in celebrating Culture Days, 2023! Experience local arts, culture and heritage through fun, engaging, and thoughtful participatory activities and events held in the community

Ember Muninn is an abstract artist, instructor and creative director based in the Fraser Valley. In this workshop they will be teaching the basics of bookmaking, as well as 2 book forms that are fun, easy, and great for self-expression.

Free, with all materials provided. No experience necessary. Drop ins welcome!

This event is hosted at Abbotsford Youth Commission and open to youth only (12-18).

In 2019, a small group of Métis and First Nations women met and began a weekly inclusive singing and hand drumming circle. Instructor Wenonah Justin member of Cook’s Ferry of the Nlaka’pamux nation with Cree ancestry is a traditional singer, Knowledge Sharer and Drum Carrier. She shares the traditional Salish teachings she learned from Salish Elders in Tiqilip Community Singers.

In the pursuit of helping themselves and others reclaim a culture that was denied to them, D.R.U.M.C. practices Love, Unity, Inclusivity, Acceptance, Indigenous languages, Stories, and Songs.

We will be gathering on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the Stó:lō People. Specifically Semá:th (Sumas), Mathexwi (Matsqui), and Laq’ámel (Mission) First Nations. This is also the lodging home for the Fraser Valley Métis Association, a chartered community of Metis Nation BC (MNBC).

Who/What/When/Where/Why:
Who: The Fraser Valley Wedding Festival, Abbotsford Edition!
What: A fantastic showcase of #LOCAL companies and vendors offering fantastic products and services for ANY style of wedding!
When: Sunday, September 24th, from noon to 4pm. (VIP’s enter at noon, General Admission at 1pm.)
Where: The Abbotsford Clarion Ballroom on Parallel road.
Why: If you’re looking for ANYTHING for your wedding, you’ll find it here! Plan your entire wedding in one day, under one roof! (PLUS: you could win a beautiful pair of 2ct tw ethical diamond solitaire earrings!)

Returning Sunday September 24th, 2023 to The Clarion in Abbotsford! Since 2005: We’re the longest-running wedding show in the Fraser Valley!

Show Highlights:
– Special VIP ticket available – bypass the lineup, and get early access to the show!
– All tickets purchased before 3pm Friday September 22nd automatically entered into the draw for a pair of 2ct tw ethical diamond solitaire earrings: one draw ONLY for VIP tickets, and a second diamond earring draw for ALL tickets! Must be present to win.
– You could WIN your cake, plus more, in our Cake-Off Crazy Cake Decorating Contest!
– Local Industry Wedding Specialists to help you plan your dream wedding! #shoplocal
– Door prizes, draws and more
– Our famous interactive fashion show with the latest in beautiful gowns and wedding wear for ALL bodies.

Questions & Answers:

How do the VIP Tickets Work?

– VIP tickets are available on our website for $35. This includes entry for any TWO people (value $20), not just Brides or Grooms! Bring your attendands, your Mom, or any other special person.
– ONLY 100 VIP couple tickets are available. When they’re gone, they’re gone!
– Your VIP ticket also two bar tickets (value $16), a guaranteed gift bag (value minimum $1250 in coupons, discounts, and more), one hour early entry at NOON, bypass the lineups, and an entry into the VIP-only draws.
– The VIP early entry to the show is a chance to relax with a beverage, take a selfie, to wander without the crowds, have conversations with Exhibitors, and be present for the special draws.
– ONLY VIP’s are eligible for our first draw for a beautiful pair of 2ct tw ethical diamond earrings! (But stick around, because ALL non-winning VIP ticketholders are still eligible to win in our second draw at 3:30pm! Must be present to win. Please see full contest rules on our website.)

How can I enter to win the earrings?

– Must be present to win.
– TWO pairs will be given away! One draw for VIP’s only, and a second draw for ALL ticketholders. Please see details on our website.
– EVERY ticket purchased before 3pm on Friday, September 22nd is automatically entered to win.
– Only VIP ticketholders are eligible for our first earrings draw at 12:45pm in our main ballroom.
– Non-winners from the VIP draw are still eligible to win in our second draw at 3:30pm.
– More details on our website!

How do I get a gift bag?
(Our gift bags have become famous!)

– ALL VIP ticket holders are GUARANTEED to get one gift bag per couple!
– VIP Ticket holders do not need to line up to get a bag – you will be given your bag upon entry.
– The first 50 Bride or Groom General Admission ticket holders through the door will also receive a gift bag. (Limit one gift bag per engaged couple.)

Create a CUSTOM wedding with the things that are really important to YOU! Help for any size or style of wedding, including sustainable solutions for an eco-friendly wedding! Get to know REAL LOCAL Exhibitors!

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Home to the Semá:th and Màthexwi First Nations, Abbotsford’s unique location and agricultural landscape give our locals the opportunity to showcase its food and culinary strengths. From farmers and producers to bakers and chefs, the culinary community of Abbotsford strives to work together to support local and give patrons access to the freshest ingredients and that handmade and homegrown goodness we are known for.

Join us as we acknowledge and recognize members in our food and farm industries.

Award Categories:

• Outstanding Restaurant/Bistro
• Outstanding Chef
• Outstanding Cafe/Bakery
• Outstanding Brewery/Winery/Distillery
• Outstanding Farm Producer
• Outstanding Farm Experience
• Outstanding Culinary Event/Experience
• Outstanding Community Spirit
• Most Innovative Food Concept
• People’s Choice Award

Ticket Information: $35/attendee

Includes:

• Admission to Awards Ceremony
• Food and non-alcoholic drinks

Join the City of Abbotsford in celebrating Culture Days, 2023! Experience local arts, culture and heritage through fun, engaging, and thoughtful participatory activities and events held in the community.

In recognition of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, local artist and beader Rebekah Brackett will be leading an Orange Shirt pin beading workshop.

Rebekah is a Blackfoot Indigenous Woman from the Piikani Nation who is an active member of the Abbotsford Arts Council.

The activity is free with all materials provided. Registration is required, and can be completed at the link provided.

Looking for a fun way to end your weekend? Come on down to the Highwayman Pub in Abbotsford on Sunday nights for a night of laughs and good times at our weekly comedy open mic!

Hosted by local comedian, Alex Svarez, our open mic is the perfect place to showcase your comedic talent or just enjoy some hilarious stand-up comedy from up-and-coming comedians. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a first-timer, the stage is open to anyone who wants to take a shot at making the audience laugh.

But the fun doesn’t stop there! Enjoy some delicious pub fare and drinks from our full bar menu while you’re being entertained. And don’t forget to bring your friends along for a night of laughter and good company.

Doors open at 6:30 PM and the show starts at 7:00 PM sharp. Admission is free, and seating is first come, first served. So mark your calendars, gather your friends, and get ready to laugh until your sides hurt at the Highwayman Pub’s Sunday Night Comedy Open Mic!

We will be gathering on the traditional, ancestral, unceded, and shared territories of the Stó:lō People, specifically in the Sem’a:th (Sumas), Mathxw’i (Matsqui) and Leq’a:mel (Mission) First Nations. This is also the lodging home of the Fraser Valley Métis Association.

This weekly gathering circle is made possible by the partnerships with the Mamele’awt Indigenous Education Centre and Metis Nation BC (MNBC) and our volunteers’ generous and dedicated support.

Light snacks, coffee and tea are provided. Help save the land and lend a hand by BYOM (Bringing Your Own Mug).