Top Things to do in British Columbia
Things to do in British Columbia, British Columbia: The Best Cultural Events
Discover the best top things to do in British Columbia, British Columbia including Christmas Glow, The Fair, Chilliwack Tulip Festival, The Pumpkin Patch, Chilliwack Sunflower Festival, Annual Gingerbread Showcase, FESTIVAL Nanaimo, Winter Solstice Lantern Festival, Interior Provincial Exhibition, Cheese It’s A Natural Festival.
Restaurants in British Columbia
1. Christmas Glow
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
2. The Fair
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4.5 based on 9 reviews
Since 1910, millions of guests have enjoyed sporting events, rides, concerts, cultural activities and the annual summer fair at the PNE, which runs every year from August to early September. The PNE has played an important part in Vancouver's history, as it used to showcase the city's agriculture and economy – which has since grown significantly. There is an activity or show for everyone, from thrill-seekers to shopping lovers.
Reviewed By bkirk4747 - Abbotsford, Canada
It's a yearly tradition for us to visit the pne last year we missed it due to moving, but we took it in this year and had an amazing time.
3. Chilliwack Tulip Festival
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4.5 based on 13 reviews
BC's original and largest Tulip Festival, located in Chilliwack. Beginning in Spring, the festival runs from 3-5 weeks. With 20+ acres of tulips and the addition of acres of hyacinths and daffodils, the floral displays are truly stunning.
Reviewed By stefanybaskett - Vancouver, Canada
We were a little nervous trekking all the way out on the last day of the festival but the experience was not tainted! There were still thousands of beautifully bloomed tulips and some delusions fresh wildflower honey from the cutest farm stand! Thanks to the sun and a plethora of swings and spots for pictures we got some excellent pictures for the gram! Pet and disability friendly, they even had little booties for the dogs. Already looking forward to next season!
4. The Pumpkin Patch
5. Chilliwack Sunflower Festival
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4.0 based on 3 reviews
Reviewed By PookyCake - Victoria, Canada
The Chilliwack Sunflower Festival hit the Fraser Valley with quite a splash in the summer of 2018. Featuring 35 different varieties of sunflower over 20 acres, the Festival provides visitors with a plethora of sunflowers for as far as the eye can see. With so many different heights and shades of yellow, it’s little wonder that people have come from all over the Lower Mainland and even Washington State to view these golden flowers that worship the sun. Indeed, with such buzz it is hardly surprising that the Chilliwack Sunflower Festival was subsequently covered at length by various media, including: Global BC, CTV, the Chilliwack Progress, Monte Cristo Magazine, The Cascade, Narcity, Georgia Straight, Vancouver is Awesome, the Daily Hive and Vancouver Sun. Their coverage only helped this fledgling festival gain in popularity. Come 2019, the organizers of this new but already popular festival set out to one-up themselves. “What else could we do,” they asked, “to make this event a must see for the summer?” Their answer was simple: Maintain the beautiful wall of sunflowers, but add in a bit more in terms of colour. Thus, some lovely dahlias – in 54 varieties and hues – were added as well as a number of large pumpkins. The end result of these efforts was an even more immersive experience for the whole family to enjoy. Now, not only could one get lost in that awesome wave of yellow, but they could also admire the dahlias and take that perfect selfie or Instagram photo. As I ambled through the giant sunflower blooms, I couldn’t help but think of William Blake’s important poem, “Ah! Sunflower:” Who countest the steps of the sun / Seeking after that sweet golden clime / Where the traveller’s journey is done. These three lines are simple in their execution, but deceptively complex in their meaning. In that respect, they beautifully capture the essence of what one feels walking through Chilliwack’s Sunflower Festival: We admire the physical beauty of the sunflower while concomitantly realizing that these giants hint at the subtleties of human nature; that is to say, like them, we pine after the distant sun (desire). Such philosophical musings certainly makes you think! That said, the Chilliwack Sunflower Festival is a thing of beauty and should be visited by all. Come here, enjoy the flowers and make wonderful family memories to last a lifetime. Now, view the attached photos and get a glimpse of what these fields hold.
6. Annual Gingerbread Showcase
Home chefs, professional bakers, and artists will be showing off their talent, skill and imagination at this family event. Come and view Gingerbread masterpieces and donate to vote for your favourite! All donations support Habitat for Humanity Victoria's build program. Nov. 16, 2019 - Jan 5. 2020
7. FESTIVAL Nanaimo
FESTIVAL Nanaimo is a multi-dimensional community festival that takes place in Nanaimo throughout the month of March each year. Festival Nanaimo is about exploring Nanaimo, through a variety of activities that include great music, comedy, performance art, visual art, culinary art with whisk(e)y, bacon & bevy tastings, Nanaimo Bars, Spring Break activities and finishing!
