CUPE Concert in the Park & Active Living Market at Lheidli T’enneh Memorial Park bandshell goes Friday, Aug. 22 from 5 to 9 p.m. Sponsored by CUPE 1048 and 399 and presented by Mad Loon Productions, also explore recreation opportunities at the Active Living Market. Local organizations and businesses will be showcasing their programs, activities and special events, showcasing a diverse range of recreation options available in Prince George, from sports and fitness to arts, culture and volunteerism, there is something for everyone to discover. Food trucks on site.
Touch a Truck goes Friday, Aug. 22 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Touch a Truck is back to wrap up the 2025 Summer Reading Club hosted by the Prince George Public Library. After exploring the Plaza, the public is invited inside to build their very own amazing cardboard vehicle and enjoy Disney's Cars 2 movie. This is an all-ages event that’s free. Craft time goes from 2 to 2:30 p.m. and the movie starts at 2:30 p.m. in the Bob Harkins downtown branch of the library.
End of Summer Night Market goes Wednesday, Aug. 27 from 4 to 9 p.m. at CN Centre featuring local vendors, music and food trucks. Celebrate the season’s end with delicious local eats, handmade crafts, vintage finds, and more. Whether shopping, snacking, or just soaking in the good vibes, there’s something for everyone. Bring friends and family and that end-of-summer spirit. Let’s make one last magical memory before the leaves start to fall. Free entry. All ages welcome.
Summer Art Monkeys goes every Wednesday until Aug. 27 from 9 a.m. to noon at Studio 2880, 2880-15th Ave., and presented by the Prince George & District Community Arts Council. Children will get to experience painting, sketching, working with clay and learning how to journal. For more information and to register visit www.studio2880.com/programs/youth-programs/summer-arts.
Foodie Friday goes Aug. 29 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Canada Games Plaza. With lots of local vendors to pick from there will be something to satisfy every craving. Don't miss this special seasonal foodie experience in Prince George.
PG Ponnonam ’25 goes Saturday, Aug. 30 at 11 a.m. at 483 Gillett St. Event presented by PG Regional Kerala Cultural Association that sees a day filled with vibrant traditions, cultural performances, games, and a delicious Onam feast.
Seniors’ Paint Club goes Wednesday, Sept. 3, 10, 17, Oct. 1, 8, 15 and 22, presented by Prince George & District Community Arts Council, at Studio 2880 2880-15th Ave. in the Jack Bryan Room. Learn the skills of water colour painting with Lorri-Anne Mayley-Bell. This group is designed for those 55+ and is on the main floor. Each session is $25 each. Register today, space is limited. For more information visit https://www.studio2880.com/programs/art-classes
Prince George Fall Fruit Festival hosted by the Prince George Food Hub goes Thursday, Sept. 4 to Sunday, Sept. 7 and is looking for volunteers to gather fruit from across the community to reduce food waste, connect people with locally-grown food and reduce bear attractants. Sign up to volunteer, help with transport or register your tree to be picked by calling 250-561-7327 or email [email protected].
Seniors’ Paint Club goes Thursday, Sept. 4, 11, 18, Oct. 2, 9, 16 and 23, presented by Prince George & District Community Arts Council, from noon to 2 p.m. at Studio 2880 2880-15th Ave. in the Jack Bryan Room. Learn the skills of acrylic painting with Marilyn Schmaus. This group is designed for those 55+ and is on the main floor. Each session is $25 each. Register today, space is limited. For more information visit www.studio2880.com/programs/art-classes
Crossroads Summer Street Party goes Saturday, Sept. 6 from 5 p.m. to midnight at Crossroads Brewing & Distillery, 508 George St. This is a 19+ event featuring craft beverages, live music, yard games and house made food. Dead Sexy, Code Blue, Big Fancy and the Fly Smackers will perform. For tickets visit www.eventbrite.ca/e/crossroads-summer-street-fest.
35th annual Parkinson Super Walk 2025 goes Saturday, Sept. 6 from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Lheidli T’enneh Memorial Park Picnic area. Funds raised support Parkinson Society BC’s life-changing programs and services for people affected by Parkinson’s disease. To register or donate visit www.support.parkinson.bc.ca.
Ranjit Bawa Folk Star Canada Tour goes Saturday, Sept. 6 at 7 p.m. at CN Centre. A prominent Punjabi singer, actor and songwriter, Ranjit is known for infusing traditional Punjabi music with a modern twist, making his songs appealing to a broad audience. Ranjit's live performances are known for their energy and stage presence. Tickets are available at www.cncentre.ca/events-tickets/ranjit-bawa-folk-star-canada-tour.
2025 Great Northwest Fibre Fest goes Sunday, Sept. 7 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Ramada, 444 George St. A Celebration of Fibre will see more than two dozen vendors on site - beautiful hand-dyed yarn, accessories for finished projects, tools to make crafting more fun, project bags to store and tote those works in progress and an assortment of crafted items from other makers. Bring a project and visit with fellow crafters, have a snack break, get a coffee or cold drink, a light lunch or tasty treat. For more information visit https://www.greatnwfibrefest.ca/
Coldsnap Presents Locarno on Saturday, Sept. 13 at 7 p.m. at Knox Performance Centre, 1448 Fifth Ave. Locarno, the Latin project of Juno Award-winning musician Tom Landa, brings a captivating blend of Mexican and Canadian sounds. Born and raised in Mexico City and now based in Canada, Landa's music reflects his rich cultural heritage. With influences from Son Jarocho, Afro-Cuban rhythms and more, Locarno's live performances, featuring a talented ensemble of musicians, are known for their infectious energy and fusion of musical styles. For tickets visit www.coldsnapfestival.tickit.ca/locarno
45th annual Terry Fox Run goes Sunday, Sept. 14 at Lheidli T’enneh Memorial Park. Prince George holds a special place in Terry Fox’s story. In 1979, he participated in the Prince George to Boston Marathon and after running the 17 miles, he knew he was ready to embark on his Marathon of Hope in the Spring of 1980. Part of this year’s route follows Terry’s footsteps taken in 1979. Funds raised at The Terry Fox Run support ground-breaking cancer research across Canada. For more information and updates on the run visit Facebook and Instagram at @TerryFoxRunPG. Participants and teams can register and donate at https://run.terryfox.ca/princegeorge
45th Annual Terry Fox Run goes Sunday, Sept. 14 at 10 a.m. at Lheidli T’enneh Memorial Park. Bring friends, family, co-workers, teammates and pets to run, walk or wheel the route starting at the Bandshell and going through the park and along part of the route Terry ran in 1979 in the Prince George to Boston Marathon. Registration begins at 9 a.m. and the course officially opens from 10 to noon. Online donations can be made at https://run.terryfox.ca/princegeorge
Trails for Tails Dog-A-Thon goes Sunday, Sept. 14 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Cottonwood Island Park is a fundraiser for the Humane Society. This fun and active event is a chance to raise money for animals in need while enjoying a morning on the trails with your dog. Register as an individual or create a team — everyone is welcome. After the walk, stay for hot dogs and hamburgers, kids’ face painting and activities, as well as games and friendly competitions for the dogs. Information booths and local vendors to explore throughout the event. Dogs must be leashed at all times. To register visit www.canadahelps.org/prince-george-humane-society.
PG Mud Bogs, goes Saturday, Sept. 20 from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, Sept. 21 from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at NITRO Motorsports Park, 9285 Raceway Rd. The mud will fly during Two epic days of racing at the PG Mud Bogs packed with things to see and do, including two live bands performing at halftime. There will be 4 Class Mud Racing, expo booths from local companies, food trucks, cool side events, giveaways and prizes. $30/weekend pass, $20/day pass,
16 and under or 65+ are free. No alcohol or pets please. Bring camp chairs. Hosted by local off-road YouTube channel Bearded Boggers, RTI ramp on location-taking donations for MS Society per try.
HockeyFest goes Friday, Sept. 19 to Sunday, Sept. 21 at CN Centre. This is world’s biggest road hockey festival coming to Prince George for the first time as a fundraiser for Spirit of the North Healthcare Foundation to help bring cancer care closer to home. Age-based divisions with men's, women's, and mixed teams, capped at 100 teams total. All teams guaranteed to play 4+ games. For more information and to register visit www.spiritofthenorth.ca/hockeyfest.
Bryan Adams Rolls with the Punches Tour goes Tuesday, Sept. 23 at 7 p.m. at CN Centre. As part of CN Centre’s 30th Birthday Week celebration Bryan Adams will perform along with guests The Sheepdogs. In the CN Centre’s 30-year history, Bryan Adams has appeared more times and sold more tickets than any other musical artist. Playing the CN Centre in 1998, 2000, 2003, 2010, 2016 and 2023, Bryan has sold nearly 30,000 tickets. For tickets to this concert visit www.ticketsnorth.ca/event/bryan-adams-roll-with-the-punches
30 Years of Laughs goes Thursday, Sept, 25 at CN Centre. Laugh along with Brent Butt — Canadian comedy legend — to celebrate: 30 Years of Laughs at the CN Centre. Joining Brent Butt guests Katie-Ellen Humphries and Chris Griffin. Prince George’s very own Alex Mackenzie will serve as MC. It will be a full night of hilarity. For tickets visit www.ticketsnorth.ca/event/30-years-of-laughs
Prince George Rock N’ Gem Show goes Friday, Sept. 26, Saturday, Sept. 27 from 10 a.m.to 8 p.m. and Sunday, Sept. 28 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Civic Centre. it’s time to discover something brilliant like ancient fossils, breathtaking crystals, and handmade jewelry. Dig into vibrant polished stones, genuine fossils, healing crystals, unique gifts and geological wonders. Perfect for families, collectors, and anyone who loves to sparkle. Admission is $3 each or $7 per family. Children five and under are free.
Welcome Back Cadillac Ranch goes Friday, Sept. 26 at 7:30 p.m. at CN Centre. The 30th birthday celebration continues as the CN Centre presents Welcome Back Cadillac Ranch featuring Fresh Horses, a Garth Brooks show band. Partygoers will be transported back to 1995 and Prince George’s legendary country bar, complete with a mechanical bull, the hits of Garth Brooks, and some of the best country music ever written. Local favourite, The Chris Goodwin Band, will start the night’s celebrations. For tickets visit www.ticketsnorth.ca/event/welcome-back-cadillac-ranch.
Hoferhamp Farm Fest goes Saturday, Sept. 27 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 2400 Hoferkamp Rd. This is their very first Farm Fest and will feature local vendors with homemade goods, food truck, family activities, cabin open house and more.
CN Centre 30th Birthday Party goes Saturday, Sept. 27 at 7:30 p.m. Trooper performs at the Centre for the first time – with special guests – The Chevys. Trooper is Canada’s party band and sold millions of records and been named to both the Canadian Music Hall of Fame and Canada’s Walk of Fame. Fans of all ages will be able to enjoy all the hits like We’re Here for a Good Time (Not a Long Time), Raise a Little Hell, and The Boys in the Bright White Sportscar as the CN Centre parties like it’s 1995. Trooper is joined by good-time Prince George rockabilly band – The Chevys – playing their inaugural gig at the CN Centre. For tickets visit www.ticketsnorth.ca/event/cn-centre-30th-birthday-party-Trooper.
The BC Old Time Fiddlers’ Dance goes Saturday, Sept 27 from 7 to 11 p.m. at the Senior Activity Centre, 425 Brunswick St. Live fiddle music will be performed so folks can do polkas, waltzes, two-steps, barn dances and called group dances. A great family event. Prizes and ice cream bar snacks included. Coffee, water, pop and chips available by donation. Everyone is welcome. Tickets at the door are only $10 for adults, children with parents are free.
Free Food Preservation Workshops go every Thursday and is presented by PG Aboriginal Business Development Centre, 1200 LaSalle Avenue. Want to learn how to make jam or pickle fresh veggies? No experience is needed. Just bring your curiosity. Participants will learn jam-making and vegetable pickling step by step. All supplies are provided and everything made will be shared among participants to take home. Building community skills, one jar at a time. RSVP by calling Cheryl Doering at 250-562-6325 to register.
Craft & Chat at the main branch of the Prince George Public Library goes every Saturday from 1 to 3 p.m. in the magazine corner, second floor, where fibre artists are invited to bring their latest projects to share, vent frustrations, brag about successes, get and give help and join in lively discussions. Snacks provided. This event is in partnership with Great Northwest Fibre Fest.
Myeloma Support Group goes every third Saturday from 1 to 3 p.m. at Commonwealth Financial, 575 Victoria St. Everyone is welcome who has been diagnosed, those who are caregivers, family members and friends. Wheelchair accessible parking at the back of the building. For more information call Viv Lougheed at 250-981-2618.
Parkinson Support Group meetings are the third Saturday of each month at 1 p.m. at the Spruce Capital Seniors Centre, 3701 Rainbow Drive. Meetings are informal and are for sharing information about slowing down the progression of PD. There are guest speakers, special events and biweekly exercise sessions and positive social interaction. Use lower parking lot beside ball diamond to access the seniors centre.
Willow River Farmers Market and Junk in the Trunk goes every Sunday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Willow River Hall, 55 Willow Avenue in Willow River, about 30 minutes east of Prince George, until Sept. 28. There are local crafts and homemade goods including jams and preserves, concession, music and family fun. Everyone is welcome to attend.
Trivia Night at Nancy O’s goes every other Wednesday at 8 p.m., 1261 Third Ave. There are three rounds per game, each round has five themed questions and five music questions. There’s something for everyone. The winning team gets a custom Nancy O’s Trivia trophy and a round of drinks, their photo on the wall that goes into the winners’ book after two weeks. Those caught cheating will be publicly shamed and labelled as cheaters – good wholesome fun. Book a spot by calling ahead at 250-562-8066.
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