Improv Shmimprov at the Underground goes Friday, Oct. 4 at 8 p.m. at 1177 Third Ave. This is a brand new show with new games at a new venue. Improv Shmimprov comedy troupe performs theatre games based on audience suggestions. Bring your best ideas. Tickets are $22.63 at www.eventbrite.ca/e/improv-shmimprov-at-the-underground.
Prince George Ghostly Walks goes Friday, Oct.4 and Saturday, Oct. 5, Oct. 11 & 12, 25 & 26. The hour-long walks take guests through haunted downtown at 7 or 8:30 p.m. Tour guide and host is Ian Gibbs, author of four books of ghostly tales set throughout Canada. There’s a special 90-minute walk on Halloween Night. For more information and $15 tickets visit www.pgghostlywalks.com/tickets.
Curling 50+ Open House goes Friday, Oct. 4 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Prince George Golf & Curling Club. If you’re looking to try something new, bring clean runners and wear warm stretchy clothing. Volunteers will take you through the basics of curling and there’s a chance to join a league if you love it. Curling is an inclusive sport that can adapt to almost any situation. There are even sticks to help you push the rock, no bending required. For more information visit www.pggolfandcurling.com/curling-2/leagues-events/league-information.
Navratri Celebration goes Friday, Oct. 4 from 6:30 to 11 p.m. with Aarti (Celebration of Lights) at 7 p.m. at the Northern Sport Centre, indoor football turf, 3333 University Way. This event marks a time of spiritual devotion and festive joy. This annual celebration symbolizes the victory of good over evil and honours the divine feminine power. This year’s Navratri celebration invites the entire community to join in the free festivities. The Hindu society in the city hosts this celebration every year, offering a beautiful blend of prayer and dance, and creating a warm, inclusive atmosphere for all to enjoy. Dress is traditional or casual, socks are mandatory. For more information call Manisha 250-552-0372, Himanshu at 250-301-4119 or Honey at 236-331-6919.
32nd Annual Antiques and Collectibles Fair presented by South Bowl Community Association goes Saturday, Oct. 5 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, Oct. 6 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Roll-A-Dome. There will be a number of vendors from Prince George and surrounding area, including from Kamloops and Saskatchewan. Jewelry, antique dishes and linens, pottery, coins, books, toys, vinyl records and furniture are some of the items to be found at the Antique and Collectibles Fair. Adults are $5, students/seniors are $4, weekend pass is $8 and children under 6 free.
Hunniford Gardens Harvest Days Pumpkin Patch goes Saturday, Oct. 5 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. This is a family friendly, outdoor fall event. MP Makeup Artistry will do complimentary face painting and there will be food vendors on site. Get dressed up in your finest, funnest Halloween costume, tour our lil' pumpkin patch, walk the spooky forest trail, and snap a photo in one of our decorated areas. For more information and tickets visit www.facebook.com/events/hunniford/pumpkinpatch.
Fall Fun in the Forest goes Saturday, Oct. 5 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Lheidli T’enneh Memorial Park. Fluid Affairs and Events is teaming up with Northern Lights Wildlife Society to bring the first annual event to build awareness around bear safety and what to do as a community and as individual households to improve the situations for the bears. Partial proceeds will go directly to the wildlife society as they care for orphaned bears and other wildlife. There will be local vendors, food trucks, community groups, music, crafts and more.
Oktoberfest German Buffet and Dance goes Saturday, Oct. 5 at the Hart Pioneer Centre, 6986 John Hart Highway. Enjoy a delicious authentic German buffet created by Chef Frank, followed by dancing and a late night snack. Doors and cash bar open at 5 p.m. Buffet dinner served at 6 p.m. with dancing to Tycon Tunes starting at 8 p.m. Tickets are available in advance at the centre. For more information call 250-962-6712.
Oktoberfest PG goes Saturday, Oct. 5 at the Prince George Seniors Activity Centre, 425 Brunswick St. Sound of the North will play traditional German, country, old-time rock n' roll music for dancing. Hot German-style lunch included. Tickets $40 (in advance, 19+) available by e-transfer to [email protected] or in person at 425 Brunswick St.
Stand Up for Charity 29 starring Tim Nutt goes Saturday, Oct. 5 at 6 p.m. at Kinsmen Club of PG, 777 Kinsmen Pl. Starring world-touring stand-up comedian Tim Nutt, and also featuring local amateurs. This evening also brags a full-service bar topped off by a sumptuous buffet by our award-winning in-house caterer, North Star Catering. All profits from this exciting event will go to support the Prince George Vixens Woman’s rugby team. Tickets are $54.58 at www.eventbrite.ca/e/stand-up-for-charity-29.
Hart Spooktacular Market goes Saturday, Oct. 5 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. inside the Hart Shopping Centre. Come shop local and check out all things fall and Halloween.
CFUR Radiothon Wrap-Up Party goes Saturday, Oct. 5 from 7 to 11 p.m. at the Legion 43 PG, 1110 Sixth Ave. The evening includes music by Folky Strum Strum, Checkdown Charlie and Brock Patch. This is the wrap for the radiothon membership drive fundraiser week. Doors at 7, show at 8 p.m. Tickets are $20 and it’s $10 for members. Email [email protected] to get the discount code. Tickets are at https://cfur.ca/radiothon-wrap-up-party.
Rhythm and Dance goes Sunday, Oct. 6 at 2 p.m. at the Prince George Playhouse, 2626 Recplace Drive. Join the PGSO Wind Quintet as they showcase dance music from all over the world. This narrated show was originally created by the National Art Centre. For tickets visit https://tickets.pgso.com/rhythmanddance.
Surrey Eagles at Prince George Spruce Kings goes Saturday, Oct. 5 at 5 p.m. at Kopar Memorial Arena. Tickets at www.sprucekings.bc.ca/tickets
Portland Winterhawks at Prince George Cougars goes Wednesday, Oct. 8 and Thursday, Oct. 8 at 7 p.m. at CN Centre. Tickets at https://chl.ca/whl-cougars/
Grants Tradeshow goes Thursday, Oct. 10 from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Prince George Conference and Civic Centre, 808 Canada Games Way. Non-profits and charities in Prince George and surrounding area are invited to discover local grant opportunities. Meet grant providers and learn how to apply. Network with organizations. Free admission. Drop in event. Coffee and refreshments provided.
Sunny Phono & frens goes Friday, Oct. 11 from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. at Omineca Arts Centre, 369 Victoria St. This is an electronic music event featuring Sunny Phono, K1lowaTT, WubberWoky, KG, VitaminD. For $15 advance tickets message www.facebook.com/AVPromotionsPG or it’s $25 at the door.
Farmhouse Country Hoedown goes Friday, Oct. 11 at 8 p.m. at the Roll-A-Dome. Join an evening filled with live country music, line dancing and a lively atmosphere of two-stepping fun. This 19+ event is the perfect way to celebrate the fall season with friends and fellow country music lovers. There is a 50/50 raffle that will support the Prince George 4-H Clubs. Tickets for the dance are at www.farmhousecatering.ca/countrydance.
Hunniford Gardens Fright Night Market goes Friday, Oct. 11 and Saturday, Oct. 12 at 6 p.m. at 8845 Aquarius Road. Bringing together local produce, food, arts and crafts vendors and there will be food trucks on site. Everyone is welcome into the store for fall flower bulbs, houseplants and all gardening needs. If getting creeped out and terrified is your thing, the Fright Night Pumpkin Patch is also open from 6-10 pm. This part is a ticketed event at hunniford-gardens.friday-october-11th-fright-night and Saturday tickets are at hunniford-gardens.saturday-october-12th-fright-night. Tickets are not needed to attend the Night Market.
Downtown Fallfest Markets goes Saturday, Oct. 12, at the Prince George Farmers’ Market, Third Ave, & Quebec St., from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Hosted by Downtown Prince George the event sees live music and treats from food vendors. This is a family event with fun activities for children from pumpkin decorating to hayrides. Rooty the carrot mascot will be in attendance. There’s also a pancake breakfast at the PG Legion, 101-1116 6th Ave. from 8 to 11 a.m. Adults are $12 and children under 12 are $6.
Prince Albert Raiders at Prince George Cougars goes Saturday, Oct. 12 at 6 p.m. at CN Centre. Tickets at https://chl.ca/whl-cougars/
Old Time Fiddler’s Dance goes Saturday, Oct. 12 at the Elks Community Hall, 663 Douglas St. Live music performed by members of BC Old Time Fiddlers. Tickets $10 available at the door, includes an ice cream treat. Families welcome; children under 18 free with parent. Some called group dances. Coffee, pop, chips available by donation. For more information email [email protected].
Megafauna: To the Land of Ghosts: The Nosferatu goes Saturday, Oct. 12 from 8 p.m. to midnight at Omineca Arts Centre, 369 Victoria St., MEGAFAUNA is an experimental artist from Hazelton with a love of horror and this film in particular. Tickets are $5 in advance at [email protected] or $7 at the door. Popcorn for $2, unique merch, and a door prize.
Thanksgiving Turkey Trot goes Sunday, Oct. 13 at 9:30 a.m. at Caledonia Nordic, 8141 Otway Road. Celebrate Thanksgiving with fresh air, friends and family. Walk or run a loop then enjoy a tasty Thanksgiving treat, take a photo at the booth. Turkey Trot – 5 km walk or run out on Fingers and back on One Flats, Turkey Leg is a short route great for little ones or anyone looking for the shorter route called Teardrop loop. Registration is by donation before the Turkey Trot, suggested donation is $5. This is a fundraiser for the Caledonia Nordic Ski Club race team to support their exchange with Skinouk Ski Club in Gatineau, QC. For more information email [email protected]
Huble Homestead’s Season-End Celebration goes Sunday, Oct. 13 from 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visit the historic site for the last weekend of the regular season, and enjoy traditional fun like scarecrow making, crafts, and games. Learn how homesteaders prepared for winter during heritage demonstrations, try the special seasonal lunch menu, and take a browse through the General Store before the park closes for winter. Huble Homestead Historic Site is located 40km north of Prince George, just off Highway 97 on Mitchell Road. For more information call 250-564-7033 or visit www.hublehomestead.ca/.
Fall Book Sale presented by the Friends of the Prince George Public Library goes Friday, Oct. 18 from 3 to 5 p.m. for members ($5 gets you a membership at the door of the sale) at the Bob Harkins Branch and the sale is open to the public on Saturday, Oct. 19 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Please note that the sale is cash only. Bring a bag to hold all your new-found treasures.
Craft Fair Bake and Book Sale goes Saturday, Oct. 19 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Elder Citizens Recreation Centre, 1692 10th Ave. There will be several vendors on hand during this event. For more information visit the office at ECRA or call 250-561-9381.
Nightmare Market goes Saturday, Oct. 19 from 5 to 9 p.m. at Studio 2880, 2880-15th Ave. and presented by the Community Arts Council of Prince George & District. A haunted gallery with ghostly spectres, scary campfire stories, and a slew of unworldly artisans await you for this year's bigger and better Nightmare Market. Explore the spooky grounds of Studio 2880 and enjoy this Halloween community event. Vendor registration open. For more information visit https://www.studio2880.com/programs/artisan-markets
Finding My Self in the Shadows book signing goes Saturday, Oct. 19 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m at Books & Co., 1685 3rd Ave. Come say hello to local author Roland Lepitre. With his book Roland shares his ideas about self-love. Folks are often too hard on themselves as the try to keep up with the world. Roland believes that we must take care of ourselves first; when we feel taken care of, we will be able to help others better.
High Road album release party goes Saturday, Oct. 19 from 7 p.m. to 1 a.m. at the Underground Lounge, 1177 3rd Ave. Come celebrate Glaziers Album Release Party. Featuring a great opening line up from his friends of local Rap/Hip Hop artists. Show starts at 8 p.m. 19+ must show 2 pieces of ID at the door. Cash only event. $25 cash at the door or presale tickets are $20 at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/glaziers-high-road-album-release-party.
Scheherazade presented by the Prince George Symphony Orchestra goes Sunday, Oct. 20 at 2 p.m. at Vanier Hall, 2901 Griffiths Ave. Rimsky-Korsakov's dramatic musical setting of the 1001 Nights comes to life with visual by Ehsan Mohammadi of Two Rivers Gallery. PGSO 2024 Young Artists' Concerto Competition Winner Luke Chen joins the PGSO to perform the first movement of Shostakovich's Piano Concerto No. 2. The PGSO also performs Canadian composer Elizabeth Raum's Mirror Image in this spectacular season opener. Tickets are at https://tickets.pgso.com/tickets/scheherazade
Hunniford Gardens Harvest Day Market goes Sunday, Oct. 20 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Bringing together local produce, food, art and craft vendors. There will be a variety of food trucks on site.
Puzzle Fair Fundraiser goes Sunday Oct. 20 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Kool Cats Kid Care, 6989 Gladstone Dr. Donate gently used puzzles and get a discount toward the purchase of new-to-you puzzles, plus early shopping or just come shop. Puzzle drop off goes from 10 a.m. to noon. Early shopping for those who donated is 1 to 1:30 p.m. and open to all from 1:30 to 3 p.m. All proceeds go toward the Halloween fireworks. For more information call or text Lisa at 250-612-9531.
Games Night goes every Thursday at 7 p.m at Spruce Capital Seniors Centre, 3701 Rainbow Drive. Come on down and join in a game of backgammon, checkers, crib or better yet try out the pool table or dart board, please bring your own darts. Open to everyone for a $5 drop in fee.
Little Shop of Horrors presented by Theatre NorthWest goes until Wednesday, Oct. 9 from 7 to 10 p.m. and some 2 p.m. matinees at 36-556 North Nechako Rd. Step into a world where the quirky meets the carnivorous during this production of the play by Howard Ashman with music by Alan Menken. Packed with toe-tapping tunes, dark humour, and a dash of campy horror, this cult-classic musical promises an unforgettable night of laughter and suspense. Content warning: be advised this production contains harmful stereotypes, portrayals of domestic abuse, mentions of poverty, death, and outdated language that may be offensive to some viewers. For tickets visit https://tickets.theatrenorthwest.com/littleshopofhorrors
Halloween Haunted House – Creepy Hollow goes Thursday, Oct. 24 to Sunday, Oct. 27 and Oct. 31 at 7:30 p.m. and is a Halloween garage haunt that was a finalist of the Best Canadian Walkthrough in the Canadian Haunter’s Association 2023 Home Haunter’s Award category. Terror on Tofield is a spooky fundraiser for youth groups in Prince George. Geared for those eight and older. Tickets are by donation for Oct. 24 to 27, with Halloween as a no ticket, drop in by donation, event. For tickets visit www.eventbrite.com/cc/the-terror-on-tofield.
Pumpkin Walk goes Friday, Oct. 25 from 7 to 10 p.m at Northern Lights Estate Winery, 745 Prince George Pulp Mill Rd. Other dates are Saturday, Oct. 26 and Sunday, Oct. 27 from 3:20 to 9 p.m. Explore the glowing pumpkin path. Halloween Fall selfie booth. Snap fun photos around the winery. There is a goat petting area. Frankenweenie hot dog bar, debit/credit only and a concession. Friday live music from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Sat. and Sun. carnival games and kids craft stations. Tickets online only in advance. Adults are $9 each, two and under free. For tickets visit www.northernlightswinery.ca/pumpkin-walk.
Pumpkin Express goes Saturday, Oct. 26 and Sunday, Oct. 27 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. for a family friendly spooktastic time. Put on costumes, join in the spooky yet family-friendly Halloween scare. Board the Pumpkin Express Train, pick up a free pumpkin, do a craft and take a storywalk stroll. Regular admission is $10 for adults, $9 for seniors 65+ and students, children three to 12 are $7 and children under two are free. Mini train rides are $4 each. For more information visit https://pgrfm.bc.ca/news-events/halloween/.
Artisans in the Greenhouse goes Saturday, Oct. 26 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday, Oct. 27 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Art Knapp, 4411 Kimball Rd. There will be exceptionally talented local artisans featuring their handmade jewelry, pottery, unique home décor where one-of-a-kind items will be on display.
Halloween Eve goes Wednesday, Oct. 30 and Moran Manor’s Halloween goes Thursday, Oct. 31 from 6 to 10:30 p.m. at 309 Moran Crescent. Celebrate Halloween by visiting the spooky set up, animatronics, live actors and a haunted maze are featured. Donations are accepted and non-perishable food items are welcome. Non-scary visit goes from 6 to 7:30 p.m. and scary version goes from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. Flashing lights and fog machines are used during this event.
Haunted House on Sussex goes Thursday, Oct. 31 from 4 to 9 p.m. at 2857 Sussex Place. This is for brave souls only and features live actors, strobe lights and fog machines. Anyone wishing to safely go through without being spooked please seek out the witch. Anyone holding the witch’s hand is off limits. We want everyone to have a safe and fun Halloween. Fireworks from 7 to 7:30 p.m.
Halloween Fireworks goes Thursday, Oct. 31 at 8:15 p.m. at College Heights Recreation Park. Presented by the College Heights Community Association this annual events offers fun for the whole family.
Wilson Square Community Farmers’ Market goes every Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Courthouse until Oct. 12 where local food producers fill the street as musicians play their instruments and visitors start their weekends with a round of breakfast sandwiches and hot coffee. Traditional farm fresh meat and produce is available alongside wild-foraged seasonal fiddleheads and morels, rounded out by a selection of local arts and baked treats.
Prince George Farmers’ Market goes every Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Third & Quebec until Oct. 26 where visitors will find about 100 vendors offering everything from local vegetables, ethically-raised grass-fed meats, baking, fruits, hot foods, coffee, honey, jams and jellies, preserves, and a wide variety of artisan products including jewellery and crafts.
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.
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.
Story Walk at Duchess Park is open to the public. Each story panel is facing the paved walking path and is not located in the dog park itself. The program is available rain or shine so participants should dress for the weather. The story is changed on a monthly basis to keep it fresh and exciting.
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.
Omineca’s Coffee House Open Stage is every Sunday, 369 Victoria St., 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.
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