‘What’s happening Chilliwack’ is a list of some of the many community events taking place in Chilliwack. To get your event added to this list at no charge, email jenna.hauck@theprogress.com or call 604-702-5576. A new list is posted online every Friday.
UPCOMING EVENTS (see current and ongoing events further down):
March 27 to May 11, 2025 • Greendale Acres Farm (41905 Yale Rd. W.) kicks off its 2025 season with its Sweet Spring Flower and Animal Festival from March 27 to May 11. Highlights include more than 100,000 tulips, footbridges, a windmill and train rides. For more, including ticket info, go to greendaleacres.ca.
March 28 and 29, 2025 • The free Family Nature Festival is at the Great Blue Heron Nature Reserve on March 28 and 29. There will be heron-colony viewings, a craft table, pond-life table, pollinator table, touch table, baby turtles, drop-in art classes, presentations by Western Preservation Canada, pollinator garden tours and more. It runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day at 5200 Sumas Prairie Rd. For more, including a full schedule, go to chilliwackblueheron.com/events/upcoming-events.
March 28, 2025 • On March 28, 11-piece band Steelin’ In The Years will be in Chilliwack to pay tribute to Steely Dan. The band is at the Chilliwack Cultural Centre at 7 p.m. Tickets are $55 and can be purchased at the Centre Box Office, online at chilliwackculturalcentre.ca, or by calling 604-391-SHOW(7469).
March 28, 2025 • The Mount Cheam Lions has its monthly spaghetti dinner on Friday, March 28 at the Lions Club (45580 Spadina Ave.). The cost is $10 and includes spaghetti, garlic toast, tea or coffee, and dessert. It goes from 4:30 to 6 p.m.
March 29, 2025 • The Legacy of Lightfoot brings the timeless music of Gordon Lightfoot to the Chilliwack Cultural Centre on March 29 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets $50 and can be purchased at the Centre Box Office, online at chilliwackculturalcentre.ca, or by calling 604-391-SHOW(7469).
March 29, 2025 • The Atchelitz Threshermen's Association is having an open house on Saturday, March 29 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. People can tour the pioneer village and farm museum at 44146 Luckakuck Way (beside Chilliwack Heritage Park). Goodies will be provided. The association is looking for more volunteers, members and visitors.
March 29, 2025 • The Chilliwack Lawn Bowling Club is having two spring fundraisers, one on March 29 and the other on April 5. Each day there will be a garage sale and bake sale and they run from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The clubhouse is located at 9350 Edward St.
April 2, 2025 • It's viewing day for the Spring 2025 Equipment Auction by Beekman Auctions on Wednesday, April 2 at Chilliwack Heritage Park. About 1,500 items will be for sale including farm equipment, tractors, vehicles, trailers, bikes, trees and more. Online bidding is open now and closes on April 3. People can view items in-person from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. on April 2, plus there's a free dinner that night. For more, and to view the items online, go to beekmanauctions.com.
April 2, 2025 • City of Chilliwack councillor Jason Lum and UFV’s Dr. Lenore Newman are the featured speakers at the next Science Café, taking place April 2 from 10:30 a.m. to noon in the library on the UFV Chilliwack campus. They’ll be discussing land use in the Fraser Valley as housing, agriculture industry, commercial, and other uses place pressure on dwindling resources. Coffee and cookies will be served, and guests are asked to bring a reusable mug.
April 3, 2025 • Juno Award-winning musician Steve Dawson returns to Bozzini's Upstairs Lounge on Thursday, April 3 at 7:30 p.m. (doors open at 6 p.m.). He will be accompanied by Fats Kaplin. Tickets $32.50 at Bozzini’s or call 604-792-0744 to reserve.
April 5, 2025 • The 12th annual Hometown Hoedown for Hospice, a fundraiser for the Chilliwack Hospice Society, is Saturday, April 5 at Evergreen Hall. Doors open at 6 p.m. and this is a 19+ event. The night includes a barbecue dinner, silent auction, country music, mechanical bull and more. Tickets $75 and available at chilliwackhospice.org/calendar-events/hometown-hoedown-for-hospice.
April 5, 2025 • The Chilliwack Lawn Bowling Club is having a spring fundraiser which includes a garage sale and bake sale on April 5 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The clubhouse is located at 9350 Edward St.
April 5, 2025 • The Best of the Vancouver International Mountain Film Festival is coming to the Chilliwack Cultural Centre on Saturday, April 5 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $22, and can be purchased at the Centre Box Office, online at chilliwackculturalcentre.ca, or by calling 604-391-SHOW(7469).
April 5, 2025 • People can create their own jigsaw puzzle at the Chilliwack Library on Saturday, April 5. Design unique patterns and pictures, then take home a personalized puzzle. This activity promotes problem-solving, artistic expression, and critical thinking. For ages six and older, with younger children welcome with an adult helper. It runs from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Online registration required.
April 5, 2025 • Streams Foundation Canada is hosting a free celebration of Eid and Vaisakhi at the Sardis Library on Saturday, April 5 from 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. People can learn all about these festivals while sampling different food from diverse cultures. There will also be henna tattoos, dance performances and more. This is a free, all-ages event. No registration required.
April 5, 2025 • A Night of Stories, Songs and Impact, an Empower Through Music Society fundraiser, is Saturday, April 5 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at The Vineyard Community Centre (45892 Wellington Ave.). The concert will raise money to bring free music lessons to underserved youth in Chilliwack. Tickets $10 or by donation. For tickets and more info, go to empowerthroughmusic.org/events, or call/text 604-719-1715.
April 5, 2025 • The 103rd annual Chilliwack Plowing Match returns to Greendale Acres on Saturday, April 5. People can take in the traditional farming competition which features horse-drawn plows, antique tractors, modern tractors, a learn-to-plow station, blacksmith and farrier demonstrations, live music and a by-donation pancake breakfast. Gates open at 9 a.m. at Greendale Acres is at 41905 Yale Rd. W. For more info and tickets, go to greendaleacres.ca.
April 6, 2025 • The Art of Reading: High Tea with a Book is coming to the Chilliwack Cultural Centre on Sunday, April 6 at 1 p.m. Tickets are $55, and can be purchased at the Centre Box Office, online at chilliwackculturalcentre.ca, or by calling 604-391-SHOW(7469).
April 8, 2025 • The Spirit Abreast dragon boat team is recruiting fellow breast cancer survivors to join them for the 2025 paddling season. They are having a meet-and-greet on Tuesday, April 8 from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Bob Chan-Kent Family YMCA (45844 Hocking Ave.). The team has members throughout the Fraser Valley and they practise twice a week at Cultus Lake from April to September. For more, call Ingrid at 778-241-2920, or Debbie at 778-847-8199.
April 10 to 12, 2025 • Highroad Academy Theatre Company presents Frozen Jr. at Highroad Academy (46641 Chilliwack Central Rd.) from April 10 to 12. Show times are 7 p.m. on Thursday, April 10 and Friday, April 11, and 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 12. Tickets are $20 – which help fund the theatre program – and available at highroadacademy.com.
April 11, 2025 • Spiderlodge 'Canadiana' is an all-ages evening marking the 20th anniversary of Chilliwack folk-rock group Spiderlodge featuring Lori Paul and Rick Genge. This album-release concert is set for April 11 at 7:30 p.m. at 45892 Wellington Ave. For tickets, go to checkout.eventcreate.com/spiderlodge/select-buy.
April 11 to mid-May, 2025 • The Botanica Tulip Festival runs daily from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., tentatively opening on April 11 and running until mid-May, with final dates dependent on seasonal bloom conditions. There will be complimentary Ferris wheel rides running Tuesday through Sunday (April 11 to May 4) in the afternoons. It is located at 41310 Royalwood Dr. in Chilliwack. Pets are welcome. For more information, updates, or to book tickets, go to botanicaflowerfestival.com.
April 12 and 13, 2025 • The third annual Rotary Climate Fair runs Saturday, April 12 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday, April 13 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Landing Sports Centre (45530 Spadina Ave.). This free, all-ages event features an educational trade show, job fair and several speakers who are helping to create a cleaner future. For more, including a full list of speakers, go to rotaryclimatefair.ca.
April 12, 2025 • The Spring Flea Market is at Cooke's Presbyterian Church (45825 Wellington Ave.) on April 12 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. There will be about 30 vendors there, selling plants, food, baking, artisan items, pre-loved gifts for Mother's Day and Easter, and more. For more, email marketatcookes@gmail.com.
April 12 to 20, 2025 • It's Easter at Greendale Acres Farm (41905 Yale Rd. W.) on April 12, 13, 18, 19 and 20. Beginning at 9 a.m. each day, kids can hunt for eggs in the apple orchard and will receive an Easter reward. New this year is an Easter Bunny adventure course for kids 5 to 12 filled with interactive challenges. There's also face painting, baby animal displays and photos with the Easter Bunny, spring scavenger hunt, scenic train rides through blooming tulip fields, fire pits and more. For more, including ticket info, go to greendaleacres.ca.
April 12, 2025 • Award-winning young pianist Hamilton Lau is at the Chilliwack Cultural Centre in the Rotary Hall Studio Theatre on April 12 at 7 p.m. Admission is by donation. For more, go to hamiltonlaupiano.com.
April 16 to May 17, 2025 • ART33, the annual Chilliwack School District high school art show, is at the Chilliwack Cultural Centre art gallery from April 16 to May 17. The show features work by students in Grades 11 and 12. Opening reception is Saturday, April 26 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
April 17 to 19, 2025 • The Renaissance Dog Association championship dog show is April 17 to 19 at Chilliwack Heritage Park. This is a free event and open to everyone. It includes various vendors, and a silent auction with proceeds going to the 'Wounded Warriors' to help pay for a therapy dog. Organizers of the dog show are asking people to bring donations of non-perishable items for the local food bank.
April 18, 2025 • Spirit and Tradition by the Dancers of Damelahamid is coming to the Chilliwack Cultural Centre on April 18 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $35, with membership program discounts available, and can be purchased at the Centre Box Office, online at chilliwackculturalcentre.ca, or by calling 604-391-SHOW(7469).
April 25, 2025 • Improv Comedy Rumble, presented by The Comedy Department, is coming to the Chilliwack Cultural Centre on April 25 at 8 p.m. Tickets are $39 and available at the Centre Box Office, online at chilliwackculturalcentre.ca, or by calling 604-391-SHOW(7469).
April 25 and 26, 2025 • It's Grandparents' Day on April 25 at Greendale Acres Farm (41905 Yale Rd. W.), and Princess Day on April 26. It's free admission for all grandparents on Friday, April 25 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. On the following day, the farm welcomes kids to visit with fairy tale royalty Princess Elsa (10:30 a.m. to noon) and web-slinging superhero Spider-Gwen (2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.). For more, including ticket info, go to greendaleacres.ca.
May 10, 2025 • The Shift Workout Event is at Greendale Acres Farm (41905 Yale Rd. W.) on May 10. This is a cardio and strength-training event with Michelle Bruys in collaboration with Land Studio and Café, Wilde Wellness and The Habit Project. Admission is $50 and includes food, beverages, swag bags and giveaways. Guests should bring a mat, running shoes, water bottle and towel and arrive 15 minutes early to set up prior to the event and are encouraged to stay afterwards and enjoy the farm. For more, including ticket info, go to greendaleacres.ca.
May 10 and 11, 2025 • The Greendale Tulip Dig is May 10 and 11 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. each day at Greendale Acres Farm (41905 Yale Rd. W.). People can literally take a piece of the farm home with them when dig up tulip bulbs to plant on their own property. Admission is $15 and includes 25 bulbs per person. Guests are asked to bring a shovel, ‘dress for the mess’, and store bulbs in a dry place prior to planting in the fall for stunning blooms next spring. For more, including ticket info, go to greendaleacres.ca.
May 11, 2025 • It's free admission for all moms at the Mother's Day Celebration event at Greendale Acres Farm (41905 Yale Rd. W.) on May 11 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The day features a pancake breakfast to kick off the day at 10 a.m. and one last chance to dig up tulip bulbs and take a piece of the farm home to plant on their own property. Admission is $15, and free for all mothers. For more, including ticket info, go to greendaleacres.ca.
May 22 to 24, 2025 • The Auld Lang Syne Dog Association championship dog show is May 22 to 24 at Chilliwack Heritage Park. This is a free event and open to everyone. It includes various vendors, and a silent auction with proceeds going to the 'Wounded Warriors' to help pay for a therapy dog. Organizers of the dog show are asking people to bring donations of non-perishable items for the local food bank.
May 27, 2025 • Sound the Alarm presents 'A Whole New World: A Concert of Movie Musicals' Greatest Songs' on May 27 at 7:30 p.m. at the Chilliwack Cultural Centre, featuring popular songs from Disney and Hollywood movies. Ticket prices range from $63 to $72.45 and can be purchased at the Centre Box Office, online at chilliwackculturalcentre.ca, or by calling 604-391-SHOW(7469).
June 8, 2025 • The Fraser Valley Classic Car Show is Sunday, June 8 at the UFV Chilliwack campus (corner of Caen Avenue and Dieppe Street). This fundraiser event will support the Chilliwack General Hospital via the Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation. Those wanting to register their vehicle for the show, or for more information, go to fvccs.ca. The show opens to the public at 10 a.m.
June 14, 2025 • The Chilliwack Grand Summer Market presented by Local Harmony Markets is on June 14 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Evergreen Hall. Free tickets at https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/1204476514679.
July 5, 2025 • The all-ages Controlled Chaos Music Festival is Saturday, July 5 at the Chilliwack Coliseum starting at 2 p.m. Bands include: Big Duke Sorrow, The Bobby's, Cows Go Moo, Whitey, Tayos, The Unbranded, Strawberry Blondes and The Darkest of the Hillside Thickets. The event also includes: on-site tattooing, food and drinks, a local artist/vendor market, skateboarding ramps and demos, and a kids' zone with games, face painting and more. Tickets available at showpass.com/controlled-chaos-music-festival-5.
Sept. 13, 2025 • Highway Star, a Deep Purple tribute band, is at Corky's Irish Pub on Sept. 13 at 8 p.m. Opening performance by Chilliwack band Sanctuary X. Tickets $15 in advance, $20 at the door. For more, including ticket purchasing, go to portmoodyjamz.ca.
Oct. 3, 2025 • Feelin' Alright, a Joe Cocker tribute band, is at the Chilliwack Cultural Centre on Oct. 3 at 7 p.m. Tickets are $45 and can be purchased at the Centre Box Office, online at chilliwackculturalcentre.ca, or by calling 604-391-SHOW(7469).
Oct. 31, 2025 • See Alice, an Alice Cooper tribute band, is at the Chilliwack Cultural Centre on Oct. 31 at 7 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at the Centre Box Office, online at chilliwackculturalcentre.ca, or by calling 604-391-SHOW(7469).
Nov. 1, 2025 • The Chilliwack Grand Christmas Market presented by Local Harmony Markets is on Nov. 1 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Evergreen Hall. Free tickets at https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/1204497647889.
CURRENT EVENTS:
NOW to April 4, 2025 • The 78th annual Chilliwack Music and Dance Festival, featuring talented, young dancers, singers and musicians, runs Feb. 19 to April 4, mainly at the Chilliwack Cultural Centre but also at G.W. Graham Secondary. The public is welcome to watch and tickets are $7 per session or $25 for a season pass. The festival wraps up with a Dance Honour Performance on March 9 and a Music Honour Performance on April 4. Tickets to the honours performances are $15, and both are at the Chilliwack Cultural Centre. For more info, go to chilliwackmusicanddancefestival.com or email info@chilliwackmusicanddancefestival.com.
NOW to April 8, 2025 • ‘Kids in Control’ is a free eight-week education-and-support program for children aged eight to 12 who have loved ones living with substance use disorder and/or mental illness. It runs from Feb. 4 to April 8. This is a program through the BC Schizophrenia Society and the Chilliwack Youth Health Centre. Registration is required by emailing kic2025winter@gmail.com. For more info, go to bcssyouth.org/programs/kids-in-control.
NOW to April 12, 2025 • Light and Shadow, a group show and sale by members of the Chilliwack Visual Artist’s Association, is at the Chilliwack Cultural Centre art gallery from March 12 to April 12. Opening reception is set for Saturday, March 15 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Gallery hours are Wednesday to Saturday from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is free.
NOW to June 2025 • The Chilliwack Rhythm Reelers, a non-profit modern social square dance group, is starting beginner classes on Sept. 20 at 7 p.m. at Atchelitz Hall (6542 Lickman Rd.). Classes take place every Friday from September 2024 to June 2025. The lessons are filled with fun, fitness and friendly people. Having a partner is not necessary. The group is made up of a diverse age range of dancers. Teens are welcome, but they must be accompanied by an adult.
NOW to Aug. 31, 2025 • Sts'ailes carver Lek'hoosh Arnie Leon has his work on display in The Mystical Eagle Carving Exhibit in the lobby of the Chilliwack Cultural Centre (9201 Courbold St.). The show will feature his wood carvings as well as Noelani Leon's painting and drawings, totalling 45 pieces on display. The exhibit goes until Aug. 31.
ONGOING EVENTS:
Every Friday evening • Chilliwack Grapplers Wrestling, along with Chilliwack Community Services, is offering free drop-in wrestling for youth every Friday from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Chilliwack Landing Sports Centre on the second floor (45530 Spadina Ave.). It is led by 2008 Olympic Coach Americo Pena. No previous experience required. For ages 9 to 17. It includes games, snacks and wrestling. For more: infocgwa@gmail.com, or 604-997-5758.
The Chilliwack Chess Club meets twice a week where chess aficionados can connect, learn, and engage in friendly matches. It is open to everyone from beginners to grand masters. They meet Fridays from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at the Starbucks across from Real Canadian Superstore (45750 Luckakuck Way) and Sundays from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Salvation Army Church on Brooks Avenue.
First Saturday of each month • Very Very Improv Theatre, a professional company based in the Fraser Valley, has monthly performances at CoWork Chilliwack. Scott Campbell is leading a company of talented improvisers from across the Lower Mainland including Chilliwack-based comedian Cliff Prang. The shows happen on the first Saturday of every month at CoWork Chilliwack. Tickets for all performances are available at veryveryimprov.ca/tickets.
Every Tuesday night • Corky’s Irish Pub wants you to come be a rock star as they host karaoke every Tuesday night.
Every Wednesday morning • TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) 1303 Chilliwack meets Wednesday mornings at the Lynnwood Retirement Residence at 9168 Corbould St. Weigh-in is at 8:15 a.m. followed by a meeting from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. For information call 604-316-5202 or e-mail alees45@hotmail.com.
Second Thursday of each month • The Fraser Valley Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry Association is actively searching for serving, non-serving, family members or any other personnel who have served in any function with the Patricias to join them every second Thursday of each month at 11:30 a.m. at the Chilliwack-Vedder Legion Branch 295 (5661 Vedder Rd.). For more info, contact Mark Benjamin at 604-793-5826 or markbenjamin01@shaw.ca.
Last Friday of every month • The Mount Cheam Lions hosts a spaghetti dinner on the last Friday of every month at the Lions Club (45580 Spadina Ave.). The cost is $10 and includes spaghetti, garlic toast, tea or coffee, and dessert. It goes from 4:30 to 6 p.m.
Gamblers Anonymous • Has gambling taken over your life or the life of someone you know? Gamblers Anonymous can help take back your life. Phone 1-855-222-5542 to speak to someone now. Gamblers Anonymous is a non-profit fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength, and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from a Gambling Problem.
Gam-Anon family groups • Is someone else's gambling affecting your life? Gam-Anon can help. They offer hope and help when a loved one has a gambling problem. Family and friends are welcomed whether or not the gambler seeks help or even recognizes the existence of a gambling problem. For more information: Email: vancouvergamanon@shaw.ca or call 604-626-9418.
To get your event added to this list of community events at no charge, email jenna.hauck@theprogress.com.
