Events In Abbotsford

Taste of Abby is a multi-day celebration from September 19–28, 2025 of Abbotsford’s rich agricultural roots and vibrant arts and cultural scene.

The festivities kick off with the outdoor Night Market on Friday, September 19, where you can indulge in specialty culinary and libation offerings that highlight the best local flavours, all set to the soundtrack of the Fraser Valley’s top musicians. From unique farm-to-table dinners to exciting pop-up events and exclusive specialty experiences, Taste of Abby offers endless ways to savour the very best of Abbotsford.

Join us for an evening where craft beer meets artisanal pizza in a flavorful celebration of two beloved staples.

Hops & Slices is a curated tasting experience that pairs the bold flavors of Old Yale Brewing’s local craft beers with mouth-watering gourmet hand-crafted pizzas.

Discover how the perfect brew can elevate every bite as we explore unique pairings designed to delight your palate.

Come for the unique pairings, stay for the good vibes — leave with a full belly and a little swag.

 

Limited seats available. $30 gst

Don’t miss out – grab your spot now!

Tickets Available for purchase at Everything Wine

or call 604-776-5353 to reserve your spot via credit card

 

Curious about Bellydance? Well let’s put that curiosity into experience with Bellydance with Nicci.

Explore the beautiful and diverse Art of Bellydance and its rich music as we play with key moves in a little combination for you to take away and shimmy around with.

No dance experience needed, just your curiosity. Dance belts available in the studio for class use.

Open to all genders, ages 16 (parental consent required)

Come join an activity booth that will use storytelling and visual creativity to reflect on the collective community experiences shared throughout the 2025 Artist-in-Residence engagement sessions.

Available for all ages. Free to join!

Join photographer Bob St-Cyr in the process of making Artistic Prints with Sunlight.

Discover an easy way to make blue-prints in the historic fashion of Sir J. F. W. Herschel – the inventor of the cyanotype process in 1842 – using nothing more than a few art supply chemicals, sunlight, water and your creativity.

Free to join!

Please join us for a gallery talk by Art on Demand 11.2 artist Michelle Msami, as well as the opening reception to celebrate the presentation of a new Community Art Space exhibition by the Darkroom Group!

Free—all are welcome!

Light refreshments and cash bar.

Join Team EmpowHER for a fun, energetic session of Bhangra Aerobics in Jubilee Park. Participants will move to the beat of Bhangra music. Guaranteed to sweat and have a great time.

All levels are welcome, no Bhangra experience necessary. It’s all about movement and having fun.

Make sure to dress in comfy clothes and bring a water bottle.

Celebrate the cozy spirit of fall at this hands-on floral workshop nestled in the heart of Sumas Prairie. Guests will create their own autumn inspired pumpkin floral arrangement using a real pumpkin as the vase (don’t worry, the pumpkins will be cleaned out in advance and ready for you to use as a vase) perfect to take home and display as a centre piece in any room.

Enjoy a slice of homemade Log House Apple Crumble or Pumpkin Pie with locally sourced vanilla ice-cream, along with your choice of any seasonal beverage from the Log House Floral Café – think pumpkin spiced lattes, herbal teas, and cozy fall sips. Whether you’re gathering with friends or treating yourself to a creative escape at the rustic log cabin, this workshop is a celebration of all things local, lovely, and in full autumn bloom.

Tickets: $65

Are you curious about how your household electrical use connects to the bigger picture of caring for nature? Whether you’re looking to cut back on your utility bill, are new to BC, or want to understand how the BC Hydro systems work, this event is for you! Designed to engage both adults and kids alike, this presentation covers the basics!

Join us for an interesting and beginner-friendly presentation hosted by the Power Smart team from BC Hydro.

Registration Required

Join our Go Green! Saving Electricity Contest

Indulge in a dreamy night inspired by Eat, Pray, Love in the heart of Mount Lehman. Surrounded by lush vineyards, rustic charm, and sweeping pastoral views, this open-air movie night invites you to slow down and savour.

Arrive at 6:30 PM and enjoy a romantic evening for two with Ranallo’s wood-fired pizza, authentic Italian gelato, and a bottle of Seaside Pearl wine—your choice of Petit Milo or Seaside Red Blend. As the sun sets, cozy up under the stars for a 7:30 PM showing of Eat, Pray, Love (2010).

It’s the perfect blend of Abbotsford charm, Italian flavour, and vineyard magic.

• Date: Friday, September 26, 2025
• Time: 6:30 PM – 10:30 PM (Movie Starts at 7:30 PM)
• Location: Seaside Pearl Farmgate Winery
• Ticket Information: $65 Per Pair (for Two People) – Limited Tickets Available

What’s Included:

• 1 Bottle of Seaside Pearl Wine Per Pair (Petit Milo or Red Blend)
• Pizza for 2 from Ranallo’s Pizza Handmade by Chef Giuseppe Cortinovis
• 2 Scoops of Gelato
• Movie Screening of Eat, Pray, Love (2010)

The event will be outdoors and guests are encouraged to a lawn chair and cozy blanket to stay warm while enjoying the show.

Don’t miss this spellbinding evening—grab your tickets before they disappear like a house in a tornado!

We would love for you to join us for the 2 year Celebration of Open Space on September 27th, 10 – 2pm.

We are excited to be unveiling a Community Art Project called “Abbotsford Says Hello”, where we are bringing together the well more than 116 languages, and 167 countries, represented in Abbotsford in one artwork collage of a flower garden.

You are invited to write Hello in your native language on a petal, painted at one of our kids painting sessions, which will come together in the colourful and vibrant final artwork reflecting our beautiful city. This project is being created by talented local artist Linda Klippenstein, and supported by Open Space Art Coordinator Olivia Harks and Community Engagement Rupi Kanda-Rajwan of the Abbotsford Downtown Business Association.

We are thrilled to be welcoming Stephanie Ohlmann to the event – whose research at the UFV – “It Starts With Hello” – uncovered that there are now more than 116 languages spoken in Abbotsford, and what these languages are. Learn about her new children’s book “Hello Abbotsford” while exploring the interactive audio buttons to discover the many ways to say Hello in our city, and see how a single “hello” can make a difference!

We look forward to seeing you there!

Saturday, September 27th | 10am–3pm | 2884 Gladys Ave Parking Lot | Free Entry

Join us for a special edition of The Mango Market as we celebrate the furry friends who bring so much joy to our lives—but don’t worry, this market is for everyone! 

Pet Appreciation Day is a lively community event that honors pets while still offering the full Mango Market experience you know and love. You’ll find over 50 local artisans showcasing a wide range of unique, high-quality goods—from handmade woodwork, sauces, and home décor, to clothing, candles, art, and so much more. While a few select vendors will have pet-focused items, the majority are your favorite non-pet makers and creators.

Event Highlights:

 Live Pet Adoptions with Heart & Soul Rescue Society

 Pet Photography Minis to capture your furry companion

 Live Music to bring all the vibes

 Food Trucks/ Coffee Truck to keep you fueled

 First 100 Shoppers receive a scratch-to-win card—your chance to win Market Cash to spend at the event!

Bring your pup, bring your friends, or just bring yourself—there’s something for everyone at this feel-good day of local shopping, community, and fun.

Mark your calendar: September 27 | Rain or shine | Dog-friendly | Free to attend

Join Us for Our Fall Market at Urban Jungle!

We’re welcoming the season with a fun-filled day of shopping, great food, and all things fall

 

Saturday, September 27

10 AM – 4 PM

34586 Bateman Road, Abbotsford

 

Featuring:
• 20 local vendors
• Food trucks serving up delicious eats
• A fresh selection of fall plants
• Warm seasonal drinks to sip while you shop

 

Whether you’re after handmade goods, festive fall fun, or garden inspiration—there’s something here for everyone. We can’t wait to see you there!

Drop-by the corner of Montrose and Essendene in Historic Downtown Abbotsford and enjoy a live performance from Amy Van Bergen. Free, no registration required!

Amy Van Bergen is a multimedia artist, poet, and singer/songwriter with over 200 original songs in her repertoire and over 15 years of live performance experience. Her songwriting style is folk/jazz storyteller, with a voice that’s been compared to “a crisp light beer” by one listener at a local brewery.

Join artist Luke Pardy for a day of food-based print making. In this session, you will learn how to use food scraps as print making tools. This activity is inspired by locally authored recipes and Abbotsford’s history of food production.

Along with making prints of your own you will also be able to contribute to community created prints that will be featured in Pardy’s upcoming artist-publication which reimagines community co-authored cookbooks for the contemporary moment.

This activity is for all ages. No registration required. Free to join!

Drop-by Mill Lake at the Ware Street entrance and enjoy a live solo performance from Stevan Oostenbrug as part of Go Play Outside. Free, no registration required!

Stevan Oostenbrug’s music offers gentle examinations of complex, yet common, interpersonal issues. Through nature-inspired lyricism, he delivers finger-picking style guitar and baritone vocals in a style similar to Feist, Daughter, and Hozier.

Led by Kelley Tialiou, The Reach’s Curator of Art & Visual Culture, this mural walk in Abbotsford’s Historic Downtown district will highlight a few recent collaborative mural projects developed as part of The Reach Gallery Museum’s CITI/SEEN program, including Sasq’ets Rides the Milky Way (2023), designed and painted by Carrielynn Victor, with contributions by Kaiden Alford, Nina Kroeker, Isabella Nielsen, and Ketty Zhang; and Hearts of the Valley, a mural by Kiranjot Kaur, Aysha McConkey, Jaqueline Stuerzl, and Jamie Wallman, led by mentor artist Chantelle Trainor-Matties.

Launched in 2019, CITI/SEEN is a public art program that supports the design and delivery of murals in Historic Downtown Abbotsford through a mentorship model. Aspiring and emerging visual artists from across the Fraser Valley have the opportunity to work with an accomplished mentor muralist, learn a variety of painting techniques, and develop working relationships with peers.

 Get ready to escape to paradise—right here at home! 

Join us for the 4th Annual Hawaiian Shirt Gala on September 27th, 2025 at the Clarion Hotel & Conference Centre in Abbotsford, and experience an unforgettable evening of tropical flair, heartfelt purpose, and high-energy fun!

Slip into your brightest Hawaiian shirt and get ready for:
✨ A mouthwatering 3-course gourmet dinner
 Live entertainment that will keep you grooving
 Exciting raffles and auction prizes you won’t want to miss
A vibrant island-inspired atmosphere full of joy and community

All while supporting BeMorr Society’s Mental Wellness Programs—helping those impacted by mental health challenges and suicide find hope, healing, and support.

Don’t miss this feel-good night where fun meets philanthropy. Bring your friends, wear your best aloha attire, and make a real impact while having the time of your life!

Tickets are limited—grab yours early and be part of the movement.
We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

Are you interested in being a Sponsor or Donating to our Silent Auction? Contact Anne-Mari at anne-mari@bemorrsociety.ca

Come join in the art of Wool Weaving with Spelexilh, Anjeanette Dawson.

Participants will learn how to weave a quarter bag on cardboard using the two-strand twining technique. Learn how to add colour and how to create pattern and design, while hearing about the history and revival of the traditional style of Coast Salish wool weaving.

This event is free to join. Be sure to register online.

Join Team EmpowHER for a fun, energetic session of Bhangra Aerobics at Clearbrook Library. Participants will move to the beat of Bhangra music. Guaranteed to sweat and have a great time.

All levels are welcome, no Bhangra experience necessary. It’s all about movement and having fun.

Make sure to dress in comfy clothes and bring a water bottle.

Stetís ímexstowx (Stah tee-ss ee-mehx-sst-owwhx) – This meaningful phrase translates to “walk beside us” in the beautiful Halq’eméylem language.

Our local civic organizations have united around Thunderbird Square and Civic Plaza with a common goal – to create a space for learning and understanding. We’re walking together to share learning opportunities for the public about Truth and Reconciliation, as well as the history of Residential Schools.

Join us on this journey on September 30, 2025, as we come together to build a deeper awareness of our roles in the path to Reconciliation.

 

The gathering will start with the Opening Ceremony at 10 AM at Thunderbird Square, followed by the opening of each station.