COQUITLAM, B.C., Aug. 3, 2023 – Coquitlam residents of all ages and abilities are invited to learn about local sports opportunities, test their skills, enjoy free slushies and play sports games at the City’s popular Sports Fair.
This free, annual event brings together a wide array of information booths and try-it stations to allow you to embrace the joy of exploration as you interact with over 15 community-sporting organizations, each offering unique and exciting opportunities to nurture your athletic interests.
This year's Sports Fair will be held outdoors on Saturday, Aug. 19 from 1 to 3 p.m. at Town Centre Park's North Field #6, rain or shine.
Take Your Pick from a Wide Range of Sports Groups
Step into a world of excitement as the Sports Fair brings together a diverse array of community sporting associations, eager to showcase their offerings and ignite your passion for sports. Engage in sports games, test your skills and experience the joy of trying out new activities. This is the perfect opportunity to find your sporting niche and inspire your athletic potential.
Explore a world of sports at the Coquitlam Sports Fair, where you can connect with local sporting organizations such as Adanacs Field Lacrosse, Bamboo Martial Arts and Fitness, BC Aquasonics Artistic Swim Club, BC Blind Sports, Coquitlam Express, Coquitlam Minor Softball Association, and Coquitlam Moody Ringette Association, among others. Whether you're interested in water polo, futsal, rugby, ice hockey, or off-road cycling, you'll find a sport that resonates with your passion. To view a full list of sports organizations that will be participating, visit coquitlam.ca/SpotlightOnSport.
Visit coquitlam.ca/TownCentrePark for a map of free parking at Town Centre Park or check out Coquitlam’s digital parking counters before you go to see what lot has spaces available in real time.
Don't Miss Out on the Fun – RSVP Today
Mark your calendars and RSVP to the City of Coquitlam Facebook event page to stay updated and receive timely reminders for this exciting Sports Fair. Prepare to make new friends, challenge yourself, and experience the undeniable sense of community that comes with being a part of Coquitlam's vibrant sports scene.
About Spotlight on Sport
The Spotlight on Sport initiative was born out of the Coquitlam in Bloom program. Today, it’s an ongoing initiative that aims to celebrate sport and inspire our sport community, recognize the positive impact sport associations have in our community, recognize sport volunteers for the great job they do and show appreciation for the sport community’s contributions. Discover the transformative power of sports and learn more about Coquitlam’s Spotlight on Sport initiative at coquitlam.ca/SpotlightOnSport.
Media contact:
Kevin D. Powell
Outdoor Sports Supervisor
604-927-6246
kdpowell@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.