Currently on the Coast

Looking for information on what's currently happening on the Sunshine Coast? Read on for details on everything from where you can find a visitor centre to what kind of events are happening this week.

Travel Updates and Information

Sunshine Coast Visitor Centres

Visitor Centres are your go-to resource while on the Sunshine Coast. Chat with staff members full of local knowledge and information, and pick up a variety of free maps, travel guides, and brochures.

The Gibsons, Sechelt, and Powell River Visitor Centres operate year-round, and also offer a selection of souvenirs. The Pender Harbour Visitor Information Booth operates seasonally.

Gibsons Visitor Centre

494 South Fletcher Road, Suite 101
604.886.2374

The Gibsons Visitor Centre is located in the heart of Gibsons Landing – directly across the street from Winegarden Park and up the steps where you’ll take in a grand view of Gibsons harbour. Park at the bottom of the hill and walk up, or park in our lot located on South…

Pender Harbour Visitor Info Booth

12992 Madeira Park Road
604.883.2561

Located in the heart of Madeira Park, our Visitor Info Booth provides access to public washrooms, free WIFI, and lots of free parking so you can walk around the village, go grab something to eat, do a little shopping, or spend the day on the water! SEASONAL HOURS: June, July and…

Powell River Visitor Centre

4760 Joyce Avenue
604.485.4701

The Powell River Visitor Centre serves visitors and area residents. Promotes services within the hospitality/services industry for all tourists and area residents. Operates, staffs, funds and manages a high-profile information centre.

Sechelt Visitor Centre

5790 Teredo Street
604.885.1036

The Sechelt Visitor Centre is operated by Sunshine Coast Tourism via the District of Sechelt. Drop by or call ahead and our travel counsellors will give you personal attention and up-to-the-minute tips to make your trip to Sechelt and the Sunshine Coast the best we can be. Here…

Upcoming Events

Visit our calendar of events and use the date and category filters to search for upcoming events during your stay.

Here are just a few of the upcoming events happening on the Sunshine Coast:

Dec 09

Carols by Candlelight in Powell River

Powell River Academy of Music
Recurring daily

Friday, December 8, 7:30pm; Saturday, December 9, 1:30pm & 7:30pm Now in its 45th year, Carols by Candlelight has become a favourite for Powell River audiences. Academy Choirs conducted by Walter Martella and Joanne Hansen and accompanied by Dr. Moira Hopfe-Ostensen will…

Dec 09

Christmas Market - Pender Harbour Community Hall

Come and find items for your Christmas list!

Dec 09

Davis Bay Christmas Market

Artisanal goods, canned goods, jams & jellies, gift packages, tasty treats, bath & body, art, and more. Christmas door prize draw.

Dec 09

Midwinter Song

Pender Harbour Choir 2023 Christmas Concert. Two showings; Friday, December 8 at 7:00 pm at the Sunshine Coast Botanical Garden and Saturday, December 9 at 2:00 pm at the Pender Harbour School of Music. Kenneth Norman Johnson, Music Director, and David Poon, Pianist. Tickets are…

Dec 09

Powell River Uptown Winter Market

Recurring weekly on Saturday

Powell River's Uptown Winter Market runs every Saturday, rain or shine, from October until April. Find fresh, seasonal produce, baking (with or without gluten) and prepared foods along with hand-crafted items from local artisans. Saturday mornings from 10 AM - 12 PM at the Powell…

Activities and Things to Do

Food and Drink

The Sunshine Coast is home to some culinary gems. If you're visiting during the busy summer season and plan to dine out, please keep in mind that it's a great idea to make reservations when you can (especially if you plan to dine in a larger group), and remember to be patient in the event of longer-than-normal wait times or unexpected closures.

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Sunshine Coast Communities

The Sunshine Coast is made up of a string of small communities that are divided into a North Coast and South Coast by a large ocean inlet. The BC Ferries route between Earls Cove and Saltery Bay connects the southern and northern sections of the Sunshine Coast.

While you're here, spend some time road tripping and exploring as many communities as you can!