The Best Events
In Abbotsford

Lakeland Flowers is sharing a time-honoured Dutch tradition, spanning 35 acres of tulips and field flowers. With kilometres of tulip-lined pathways, get ready to walk among over 100 varieties of tulips, blooming in different colours, shapes, and sizes. Create memories and take photos at our baby grand pianos, canoes, swings, bicycles and much more!

The Warmerdam Family has deep roots in flower farming. Peter Warmerdam, a Dutch immigrant, came to Canada in search of happiness and opportunity after the Second World War. Growing up in Sassenheim NL, the largest tulip bulb producing area in the world, Peter eventually settled on the Sumas Flats, in Abbotsford where the sandy soils and steady wind made the ideal conditions for planting tulips. Peter shared his love of flower farming with his family, many of whom continue to grow flowers to this day. The Warmerdam name has become synonymous with quality BC flowers.

Lakeland Flowers is honoured to have a variety of tulips called Peter’s Legacy. This beautiful white single tulip was named after Peter Warmerdam by the cultivar tulip and bulb supplier, Nord Lommerse, after years of loyal partnership.

Lakeland Flowers is sharing a time-honoured Dutch tradition, spanning 35 acres of tulips and field flowers. With kilometres of tulip-lined pathways, get ready to walk among over 100 varieties of tulips, blooming in different colours, shapes, and sizes. Create memories and take photos at our baby grand pianos, canoes, swings, bicycles and much more!

The Warmerdam Family has deep roots in flower farming. Peter Warmerdam, a Dutch immigrant, came to Canada in search of happiness and opportunity after the Second World War. Growing up in Sassenheim NL, the largest tulip bulb producing area in the world, Peter eventually settled on the Sumas Flats, in Abbotsford where the sandy soils and steady wind made the ideal conditions for planting tulips. Peter shared his love of flower farming with his family, many of whom continue to grow flowers to this day. The Warmerdam name has become synonymous with quality BC flowers.

Lakeland Flowers is honoured to have a variety of tulips called Peter’s Legacy. This beautiful white single tulip was named after Peter Warmerdam by the cultivar tulip and bulb supplier, Nord Lommerse, after years of loyal partnership.

BC Youth Week is a provincial celebration of youth held annually during the first week of May. It is a week of fun and interactive celebration intended to build a strong connection between young people and their communities and to profile the issues, accomplishments, and diversity of youth across the province.

Of course this is a big week for us at the Abbotsford Youth Commission! We look forward to #BCYW! All our plans are below… all the events this year are FREE!

Date: Wednesday, May 1st, 2024

Time: 4:30pm – 6:30pm

Location: ARC Arena (dry floor)

Who: Youth ages 12-18

Details: Lights! Lasers! Action! Have a blast while you chase your opponents around barriers in the ARC Arena!

Registration: No registration is required, but please DM us on Instagram @abbyouth or check our website, www.abbyyouth.com, and complete the form to save your spot!

Partnering with: The City of Abbotsford

The City of Abbotsford is in the process of developing an Accessibility Plan that will identify, remove and reduce barriers for individuals within the community. The plan builds on our current accessibility achievements to date and has been created to meet the legislated requirements of the Accessible British Columbia Act.

The City of Abbotsford needs to hear from you in order to develop an Accessibility Action Plan. At these engagement sessions, we hope to gain community feedback about ways in which we can remove barriers for persons with disabilities and other marginalized populations.

Please join us at Mt Lehman Elementary School (6381 Mount Lehman Rd, Abbotsford, BC V4X 2G5) on Thursday May 2 from 6-8pm. 

Date: Friday, May 3, 2024

Time: 6:45 PM – 8:00 PM

Location: MRC Ice Arena (3106 Clearbrook Road)

Ages: 12 – 18

Details: Lace up and skate into spring for a chance to get some free BC Youth Week Swag!

Registration: No Registration is Required, but please DM us on Instagram @abbyouth or check our website, www.abbyyouth.com, and complete the form to save your spot!

Cost: FREE admission and FREE rentals

Partnering with: The City of Abbotsford

Join us to celebrate ladies and all moms alike for this special event! Shop local with over 50 artisans including food trucks, flower workshop (limited tickets), princess meet & greets, photo opportunities and more! There will be a special gift for the first 100 ladies to arrive, so get there early!

50 local makers
Food & Bubble Tea Trucks
Scratch-to-win for the first 100 shoppers
Special Gift for the first 100 ladies
Princess Meet & Greets with @fairestskyeparties

And so much more!

Our market is on rain or shine and is pet-friendly! Become a Mango market insider to receive exclusive market deals for May, first peeks at our vendors list and more. Visit our website www.themangomarket.ca for more details.

“Get ready to fiesta at our Cinco de Mayo event! 

Join us this Sunday from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM for a celebration filled with vibrant flavors and lively music. Indulge in delicious Mexican favorites crafted with love, and don’t miss the chance to sip on our artisanal cideritas and cider mojitos – the perfect way to toast to the occasion! 

And for our furry friends, we’ve got special bojitos just for them. 

Bring the whole family and let’s make this Cinco de Mayo one to remember!”

These special parent/child classes lets our littlest artists get creative!

May 9: Littles paint their very own miniature wooden travel trunk like the one featured in our Des Pardes exhibition! Using non-toxic paints, tots will decorate a blank wooden trunk and then fill it with supplies for their “journey”!

Parents- these classes are a great chance to be creative and have fun, while meeting other parents with young children!

Friday, May 10 – Sunday, May 12, 2024 (Friday 12p-8p, Saturday 9a-8p, Sunday 9a-7p)

There’s no better place to make pter-iffic memories playing with adorable baby Dinos, excavating fossils, or even training a raptor while surrounded by behemoths like sky-scraping Spinosaurus and, the King himself, Tyrannosaurus rex! Get your tickets for Abbotsford now before they go EXTINCT!

Jurassic Quest is the world’s largest, most popular Dino event with unique and exciting experiences for the whole family. Observe our herd of life size dinosaurs including Apatosaurus, Spinosaurus, and an INCREDIBLE T-Rex!

Friday, May 10, 2024, 7:30 p.m.
Matsqui Centennial Auditorium

32315 South Fraser Way, Abbotsford BC

Pianist Laura Altenmueller has performed in England, Austria, the United States, and across Canada. She holds a Doctor of Musical Arts degree from Western University, which she completed on full scholarship under the tutelage of Stéphan Sylvestre. At Western University, she was a two-time Ontario Graduate Scholarship recipient for her research and performance of Ravel’s Le tombeau de Couperin. She currently works in London, ON as the music director of Oakridge Presbyterian Church, in addition to performing as a collaborative pianist and teaching. She also directs several choirs and sings in Chor Amica in London.

Laura is from Abbotsford, BC, where she began her piano studies at the age of 4. She completed her ARCT in Piano Performance at the age of 18, receiving first class honours with distinction. She completed her Bachelor of Music degree at the University of Victoria, where she studied with Michelle Mares. During her time at UVic, Laura performed in masterclasses for Angela Hewitt, Julian Bliss, Colin Tilney, and others. She was also active as a chorister, singing in Philomela Women’s Choir, UVic Chorus, and UVic Chamber Singers. She received many scholarships and awards, including the Musical Arts Scholarship, Betty and Gilbert Kennedy Scholarship in Music, and the 2015 Strauss Foundation Scholarship. In 2015, she spent four weeks studying piano in Salzburg, Austria at the Internationale Sommerakademie Mozarteum, with Frank Wibaut, Siegfried Mauser, and Robert D. Levin.

After completing her BMus at UVic, Laura completed her Master of Music in Piano Performance at the University of Ottawa, studying with David Jalbert. In summer 2017, she received a full scholarship to participate in PianoFest in the Hamptons, a prestigious 4-week program, where she studied with Paul Schenly, Pierre van der Westhuizen, and David Jalbert. In 2018, she had the opportunity to perform Beethoven’s Piano Trio in D major, Op. 70 No. 1 at the National Arts Centre in Ottawa. She has also received scholarships to attend numerous summer music programs, including Orford Musique, Adamant Music School, and Tuckamore Music Festival.

Please join us at the Manuel private residence for an evening celebrating Cannon’s first sparkling release! Our Founders will enjoy live music by Olin Brix, oysters on the half shell and curated fare. In addition, our Winemaker Jacob Medeiros, will chat about all things sparkling and walk you through the sabering process.

To purchase your ticket today, please ensure you are signed up for our Founders Wine Club and logged into your account.

Ticket Details

• Adult Tickets (19+) $20 +tax
  • Includes a waffle with fresh fruit and whip cream and a glass of wine
  • Wine by the glass is an option of 2021 Zoom Zoom, 2021 Highflier, 2021 Whizz Kid or our newly released Wick Sparkling Rosé (exclusively available by the glass for ticket holders only
• Child Tickets (Under 19) $15 +tax
• Until supplies last, please purchase in advance to secure yours
• Waffles available from 12-3PM
• Live music by Ryan McAllister 12-4PM
• Bouncy castle for kids
• Rain or shine, please dress accordingly

Please email info@cannonwinery.ca for additional questions.

The Reach Gallery Museum is excited to present a South Asian Canadian Intergenerational Cooking Program in partnership with Archway Community Services!

Alongside other South Asian Canadian families, participants will cook their own dishes on a theme using their family’s unique recipes. Food tasting and sharing will conclude each session, and participants will vote on their favorite dish. The winning recipe wins a prize package of South Asian culinary items! Afterwards, participants can take their dishes home to share with family! Through the cooking environment, elders will help the next generation learn to cook their family dishes and understand their cultural traditions. All supplies will be provided, and facilitation will be provided in both Punjabi and English languages. Ages 11

May 13th Menu: Kheer

This season, VIEW Dance Challenge will be entering its 11^th year of production. From its inception to present VIEW continues to operate with the unique goal of delivering a dance experience like no other. Through the creation and implementation of a platform for young, aspiring dancers to celebrate the art of dance. VIEW has become a second home, a community and exciting dance environment for dancers across the globe. The past 11 years have allowed VIEW to learn, grow and continue to evolve through innovative and creative approaches.

VIEW is a professional, unique and reputable International Dance Competition that proudly operates in nine Canadian provinces and two different countries. As the competition locations continue to grow globally, so has the VIEW Family. This is clearly demonstrated through the outstanding roster of Event Directors, Staff and Adjudicators that all share a common goal of dedicating their skills to the art of dance. 

We would not be celebrating 11 years without our amazing dance community. From our loyal clients that have been with us since day one to our newest, we could not thank you enough for your trust, support and appreciation. VIEW would not be what is it today without the continued support, love and trust from its incredible dance community. We have had the honour and privilege of SEEING dancers grow as artists on the VDC stage. We BELIEVE in providing our community of dancers with a safe space to perform, compete, learn and grow together! We BELIEVE that we can make a difference in creating a strong foundation for dancers to ACHIEVE their goals and dreams. 

We take pride in delivering high quality events and providing the ultimate dance competition experience for all dancers, studio owners, teachers, choreographers and families. We strive to go above and beyond by hand selecting the best suited venues for performance needs, recruiting extraordinary and personable staff members and curating a panel of accomplished and sought out international adjudicators. 

At VIEW, dancers gain more than just a performance opportunity; they are provided with the staging, lighting and atmosphere to showcase their talents and receive constructive criticism and thoughtful guidance from our established panel of adjudicators. Our commitment to excellence assures a timely and organized dance competition, and of course, an unforgettable experience from the moment you step foot in the door. 

As former professional dancers, event and film producers, passionate adjudicators, international choreographers and proud BFA holders majoring in Dance, we are committed to bringing you the most remarkable, reputable and rewarding Canadian Dance Competition. Our love and passion for the art of dance paired with our expertise and years of experience ensures that your time at VIEW Dance Challenge exceeds all of your dance competition expectations! Words cannot express how grateful we are for this incredible dance community. Thank you for your trust, your continued support and loyalty particularly over this past year. 

Our 2024 Dance Tour will be an unforgettable season you won’t want to miss. Please do not hesitate to contact us for further information and to reserve your spot for our 2024 Dance Tour. Remember that if you can SEE IT and BELIEVE IT, you can ACHIEVE IT. 

In 2007 the founding board members of the Run for Water Society conceptualized a unique event to be hosted in Abbotsford, British Columbia. The vision was to stage a top tier internationally recognized running event that would attract a wide range of participants and athletes and, at the same time, raise awareness – and funds – for people in the developing world who lack one of life’s basic necessities – clean water. Since 2008, this volunteer board has staged an annual road race and now additionally organizes trail runs and gravel grind events.

Funds raised – over $4,000,000 to date – go towards helping building clean water projects in some of the most remote and marginalized areas of Ethiopia.

Three-day aviation festival August 9, 10 & 11 including a Friday Twilight Show (afternoon/evening) followed by two Daytime Shows on Saturday & Sunday. The 2024 event will be headlined by the following military performers: Canadian Forces Snowbirds, RCAF CF-18 Hornet Demo Team, & US Air Force F-22 Raptor Demo Team. Civilian performers include Scratch Mitchell (T-33 Silver Star), Melissa Burns (Edge 540), Kyle Fowler (LongEZ), Bob Carlton (Twin-Jet Foxtail Sailplane), historic warbirds, and additional military performers. The Friday night twilight show will include twilight and “after-dark” aerial performances, including pyrotechnics and an LED drone show.

In addition to aerial performances, the Airshow features 14-acres of ground entertainment and attractions including our premium seating venues, food trucks, static aircraft displays, and family activities. The ground attractions will once again feature the interactive Aviation-S.T.E.M. Zone which offers hands-on activities and exhibits for youth showcasing the Science, Technology, Engineering and Math involved in aviation. The Airshow will also help mark the 100th anniversary of the Royal Canadian Air Force with a variety of RCAF displays in the air and on the ground.