Here are some events to check out around Prince George.
Westcoast Amusements Carnival comes to Prince George May 2 to 5 at CN Centre with rides, games and traditional fair foods both sweet and savoury.
Northern FanCon 10th anniversary event goes May 3 to 5 at CN Centre featuring everyone’s favourite stars, artists, vendors and will see workshops, panels and more. For tickets visit www.ticketsnorth.ca/event/northern-fancon.
Canadian Playboyz goes Friday, May 3 at 8:30 p.m. at Club 1177, 1177 Third Ave. The show features jaw-dropping performances and unforgettable moments. Our talented lineup of dancers will keep you entertained all night long. Don't miss out on this one-of-a-kind experience! Grab your friends and come party. For tickets visit www.eventbrite.com/e/canadian-playboyz-tickets.
Active Living Market in the Park goes Saturday, May 4 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Lheidli T’enneh Memorial Park that provides an opportunity to do a one-stop shop and explore the recreational activities, programs and events available in Prince George. Bring the kids, family friendly activities and food.
Dream Heavy Live goes Saturday, May 4 at 9 p.m. at the Legion, 101-1116 Sixth Ave. Dream Heavy is coming in hot from Dunster. Maybe you've known them as Mamaguroove, or Samson's Delilah. Tickets are $15 in advance, or $20 at the door. Tickets available at www.madloon.ca.
FanCon After Dark Primetime Wrestling goes Saturday, May 4 at 7 pm in Kin 3 Kin 3 Arena to see some of the best independent wrestling in Canada. Tickets can be purchased in advance at the Scrapbook zone on 18th Ave or at J&A Stereo+. Tickets are $25 each, including taxes and fees.
Home Routes Concert featuring Jay Knutson goes Sunday, May 5 at 7 p.m. at Grace Church, 2640 Goheen St. Knutson, founding member of folk band Spirit of the West, has been involved in the recording of more than 50 albums, including 7 solo albums. He brings a bluesy sound and sings about all kinds of subjects. $25 cash at the door.
Beads & Bannock: Red Willow Dreamcatchers goes Thursday, May 9 from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Two Rivers Gallery. Learn how to twist freshly harvested red willow branches into a wreath. Let your creativity flourish by completing it with sinew webbing and choice of beads and feathers for decoration. Join Indigenous Programmer Crystal Behn to create your own customized accessories. Enjoy freshly made treats while learning traditional indigenous art. Everyone is welcome. Fee is $45. Register at tworivers.eventRegistration.
Full Bloom presented by Nove Voce goes Saturday, May 11 at 7 p.m. at Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church, 3590 Dufferin Ave. Join Nove Voce for a celebration of spring at Full Bloom, as they present The Secret Wisdom of Flowers, an eight-song cycle from Canadian composer Laura Hawley, along with many favourites to shepherd in the growing season of flora, rebirth, and love. Commemorate the evening in a photo booth with a spring floral backdrop, with beautiful crepe flowers available for purchase from local artist Kim Hayhurst. You can also enter a draw for a beautiful locally-sourced gift basket. Tickets available at www.eventbrite.ca, search Full Bloom.
Mother’s Day Sale at Carlson Pottery goes Saturday, May 11 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 3955 Hart Highway. All items are created by students and members of Carlson Pottery. Items will consist of mugs, bowls, plates, sculpture etc. Approximately 10 members and students participate in creating for this event. There is plenty of parking.
Prince George Artists’ Co-op Open House goes Saturday, May 11 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the old Crown Market, 3955 John Hart Highway. There are many pieces of art by some very talented artists for sale during the event. There are refreshments including sweet treats to enjoy while meeting some of the artists on site. Information will be provided about what the Artists’ Co-op has to offer including art classes for drawing, water colour pencils, pen and ink, alcohol inks, water colours, oils, acrylics and mixed media. Gift certificates will be available.
Wheely Funny Fundraiser 5 goes Saturday, May 11 at 8 p.m. at Knox Performance Centre, 1450 Fifth Ave., that features a night of comedy, supporting the Wheelin' Warriors of the North, with Mike McGuire and Devon Flynn. Get your name into the raffles and 50/50 draw. Tickets are $30, available at Books & Co., 1635 Third Ave., or from Wheelin' Warrior team members. Doors open at 7, show at 8 p.m. Funds raised are in support of the local Prince George Wheelin' Warriors team as they fundraise money for the 2024 Tour de Cure.
The Patchwork of Talent Group’s Spring Production goes Friday, May 24 at 7 p.m. and Sunday, May 26 at 2 p.m. at the Elder Citizens Recreation Centre, 1692 Tenth Ave. The event features a collection of skits, jokes, songs and fun. Tickets are on sale for $10 each at the centre.
Strawberry Tea & Plant Sale goes Saturday, May 25 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Elder Citizens Recreation Centre, 1692 Tenth Ave. Come for strawberry shortcake and coffee or tea and all the plants you could want. The tea costs $6 per person and plant prices will be marked. Cash or cheque only please.
Omineca Arts Centre features Naomi Kavka & Richard Garvey on Wednesday, May 15 at 8 p.m. with a full band show offering a night of great tunes celebrating new releases by each artist. Tickets are $15 in advance at richardgarveynaomikavka/eventtickets or $20 at the door.
Open Mic Nights are presented at Cait’s Sweet Bites & Beanery, 3831 Austin Road West in the Hart Shopping Centre, from 7 to 9 p.m. every second Wednesday of the month. People are invited to share their songs and music, poetry, comedy in a casual setting to try something new. Everyone is welcome to attend as a participant or a supportive audience member. For more information email devon.w.flynn@gmail.com.
Coffee and Cars is a weekly event held every Saturday from 7 to 9 a.m. until Sept. 29 at Tim Horton’s, 612 East Central St., where people can meet up during this family friendly event that brings Prince George’s diverse car culture together. Time to bring out those projects.
Craft & Chat at the Prince George Public Library is presented by Great Northwest Fibre Fest organizers who are hosting this fibre crafting group every Saturday from 1 to 3 p.m. on the second floor in the magazine corner. This is a free drop-in group and everyone – all ages, all experience levels - are welcome to attend.
Omineca’s Coffee House Open Stage every Sunday 369 Victoria Street from 3 to 7 p.m. Everyone is welcome to step up and share their talents, stories and art forms of all kinds including but not limited to musical, literary, comedic and performative expressions of our diverse community. Refreshments and snacks by donation. Sign up is on site. There are some house instruments provided but feel free to bring your own creative tools for expression. First timers and emerging artists are encouraged to experiment and collaborate with others. Please share and invite friends and family to build audience, engage and cheer on local artists in a fun, relaxed and safe environment.
If you've got an event coming up email me at cdalgleish@pgcitizen.ca to offer details including name of the event, the date, time and location, ticket price and where to get them and a little bit about what's happening, too.
