PRISMA
June 13–25, 2022
World-renowned guest artists unite with top international music students for two weeks of musical exploration in Powell River. Only here can you see an 80-piece symphony take shape right before your eyes, along with guest appearances by members of the LA Phil, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra & more.
prismafestival.com
Gibsons Jazz Festival
June 24–26, 2022
Musicians love visiting our Coast! And Gibsons’ glorious location and outdoor venues make this festival particularly prized. Don’t miss the festival concert in Winegarden Park and the party/dance at 101 Brewhouse.
coastjazz.com
April Tools Wooden Boat Challenge
April 30, 2022
Teams of up to 4 people build a boat from the materials provided, but nobody knows what the materials will be until the day of the race! then they race around the harbour for cash prizes.
penderharbourheritage.ca
Purple Banner Tour Launch Parties
May 27-29, June 4, 2022
Five launch parties on the south coast (Banditry, Tapworks, Batch 44, Brickers) and in Powell River (Townsite). on-site artist demos, large community canvas, kids coloring sheets, door prizes, and more! wear purple and join the fun!
purplebannertour.com
Pender Harbour Blues Festival
June 3–5, 2022
A weekend of fantastic music at venues around scenic Pender Harbour. Performances by Russell Decarle with Steve Briggs, Ruth Mcgillivray & Sheldon Bradley, Brandon Isaak, Brent Parkin, Marcus Mosely, Tim Hearsey, Grand Koolios, Trevor Sully Antonyk, Karen Graves, Jim Foster, Simon Paradis, Joe Stanton, Peter Van Trio, and Steve Hinton Band. Presented by the Pender Harbour Blues Society.
phblues.ca