COQUITLAM, B.C., June 19, 2023 – Celebrate arts and culture in Coquitlam as two local B.C. indie rock bands – The Zolas and Current Swell – kick off Coquitlam’s Kaleidoscope Arts Festival with a free outdoor concert on Friday, August 18.
Coquitlam’s eighth annual arts festival returns August 18 and 19 with activities at two City parks: live music August 18 at Town Centre Park, and performances and hands-on experiences August 19 at Blue Mountain Park.
Something for All Ages and Interests
This year’s Kaleidoscope festival offers two different venues and vibes to explore:
- For a concert experience with food trucks and live music, join us August 18 from 6 to 9:30 p.m. at the festival hub at Town Centre Park, 1299 Pinetree Way. Bring your own chairs or blanket and watch The Zolas – a JUNO-nominated indie rock band from Vancouver, and Current Swell – a world-renowned indie rock band from Victoria, perform on the Town Centre Park Plaza Stage overlooking beautiful Lafarge Lake.
- Immerse yourself in the arts on August 19, 12 to 4 p.m. at Blue Mountain Park, 975 King Albert Ave. Get creative with hands-on arts activities, watch music and cultural dance performances, participate in cultural workshops and sample food vendor fare.
Watch for more details about the events at coquitlam.ca/kaleidoscope and the City’s social media channels during July and August, as we provide updates on performers, food trucks, and art activities and other participants.
Join Us as a Kaleidoscope Corporate Partner
This vibrant, free outdoor festival will be one of the most anticipated events of the summer. Emperor Stone has signed on as our 2023 Tree Spree Tree Canopy Partner, however there are still corporate partnership opportunities available for local businesses looking to partner with the Tri-Cities’ premier arts festival. Those looking for an opportunity to support a proven, much-loved event and connect directly with Coquitlam’s diverse, engaged community through an engaging on-site presence are encouraged to reach out to our Corporate Partners team. For more information, contact 604-306-0490 or corporatepartners@coquitlam.ca, or visit coquitlam.ca/CorporatePartners.
About Our Corporate Partners
Coquitlam’s Corporate Partners program provides businesses and organizations sponsorship and marketing opportunities related to City events and programs, while generating revenue for enhancing City offerings. Customizable packages and options at all price levels are available. Find out more at coquitlam.ca/CorporatePartners.
Media contact:
Maria Danysh
Arts and Culture Program Coordinator
604-927-6963
mdanysh@coquitlam.ca
We acknowledge with gratitude and respect that the name Coquitlam was derived from the hən̓q̓əmin̓əm̓ word kʷikʷəƛ̓əm (kwee-kwuh-tlum) meaning “Red Fish Up the River”. The City is honoured to be located on the kʷikʷəƛ̓əm (Kwikwetlem) traditional and ancestral lands, including those parts that were historically shared with the sq̓əc̓iy̓aɁɬ təməxʷ (Katzie), and other Coast Salish Peoples.