COQUITLAM, B.C., September 14, 2023 – Tap into your creative spirit in September and October as Coquitlam joins communities across Canada in celebrating Culture Days from September 22 to October 15.
Culture Days is an opportunity for hands-on, interactive events that invite the public to the behind-the-scenes world of artists and creators.
Join Us in Coquitlam’s Town Centre Park on Saturday, September 23
At the heart of Coquitlam’s Culture Days programming this year is an Indigenous arts and culture event at Town Centre Park Community Plaza on Saturday, September 23 from 1 – 3 p.m.
Enjoy a vibrant performance and an engaging workshop:
- Wild Moccasin Dancers – An intertribal dance collective that expresses their gifts through songs, dances and storytelling.
- 2 Métis Women – An interactive workshop presenting the ancient skill of finger weaving. Participants will not only learn how to finger weave using the Métis technique but also the importance of intertwining traditional culture with modern day.
Learn more at coquitlam.ca/CultureDays. To receive updates and a reminder, RSVP to the Facebook event page.
Hot and Cold Treats Available On Site
While you enjoy the performances and interactive workshop, you can also indulge your taste buds with treats from:
Many Culture Days Events to Explore in Coquitlam
Fuel your passion for creativity and culture at a number of other Culture Days events taking place in Coquitlam:
- Coquitlam Public Library
- Juried Art Exhibition: October 5 – November 15
Featuring works by local artists. Free. - Indigenous Film Festival September 27 and 29
Learn more about Indigenous culture, history and experiences. Free.
- Evergreen Cultural Centre
- Family Days: September 23
Join one of Evergreen's amazing art educators for a family-friendly tour of the current exhibition, RISE, and then head into the studio for a hands-on art activity. Registration is required. Free. - Creative Kits Giveaway: October 13 – 15
Inspired by the current exhibition, RISE, pick up a free, take-away Creative Kit filled with art materials and instructions to get creative at home. First come first served. One kit per family please. Free. - RISE - Art Workshop for Youth: September 28 and 29
Join artists and collaborators Sandeep Johal and Sara Khan for a two-session workshop for youth ages 13 – 18 years. Registration required. Materials and snacks provided. Free.
- Place des Arts
- Christine Mackenzie, Indigenous artist and educator, presents:
About Culture Days
Culture Days takes place across Canada over three weeks every year in the fall. It is a network of events, presentations, activities, workshops, and more that showcase, share, and explore the culture of participating communities. Through thousands of free events across the country, Culture Days promotes inclusivity, awareness, participation, and engagement in arts and culture for all. For information or to search for events, visit CultureDays.ca.
Media contact
Wondy Chan
Cultural and Community Event Supervisor
604-927-4386
FestivalsAndEvents@coquitlam.ca
We acknowledge with gratitude and respect that the name Coquitlam was derived from the hən̓q̓əmin̓əm̓ (HUN-kuh-MEE-num) word kʷikʷəƛ̓əm (kwee-KWET-lum) meaning “Red Fish Up the River”. The City is honoured to be located on the kʷikʷəƛ̓əm traditional and ancestral lands, including those parts that were historically shared with the q̓ic̓əy̓ (kat-zee), and other Coast Salish Peoples.