Sunlight gleams through the trees as a man walks along the rocky shore.
Sunshine Coast Tourism/Matthew Massa

Guide to the qathet International Film Festival

The annual qathet International Film Festival is back from March 6 - 14, 2026! Movie lovers come together in Powell River every year to watch critically-acclaimed cinema at the Patricia Theatre, Canada's oldest continuously operating movie theatre (since 1913). Showing the best in international…

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Holiday Markets and Events on the Sunshine Coast

Get into the spirit of the season! This year's line-up of holiday markets and events includes everything from winter markets and craft fairs to seasonal parades and live theatre. Whether you want to revel in festive finery, hit the shops, or indulge in seasonal treats, you'll find plenty to do this…

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A Guide to the Sunshine Coast Art Crawl

The Sunshine Coast is home to one of the highest per capita populations of artists and crafters in Canada. This community of people breathes new life and creativity into the Coast, and over three days in late October, you can experience it all during the 2025 Sunshine Coast Art Crawl. The Sunshine…

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Guide to Powell River Logger Sports

Powell River Logger Sports is back for 2025! Head to Powell River & qathet on July 9 to watch the chainsaw carvers start their competition, and stick around for a weekend of competition and fun on July 12 & 13, 2025. Read on to learn more about logger sports and this much-anticipated event. What’s…

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Sunshine Coast Summer Festival Guide

Summer 2025 is just around the corner! Make the most of the season with festivals and events that celebrate every facet of life on the Sunshine Coast. From oceanside concerts to a celebration of the written arts, we've rounded up a few of the exciting events you can check out this summer. Remember…

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Farmers' Markets on the Sunshine Coast

The Sunshine Coast is home to a wide variety of Farmers’ Markets. Throughout the year, you’ll find an abundance of markets selling farm fresh produce, locally-raised meats, tasty treats, and artisan crafts from the farmers, growers, bakers, and makers who call the coast home. So, the next time…

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