This is an archived event from Culture Days 2025.
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RiverFest 2025
In-person
Museum Science & technology Visual arts Craft MusicDate and time
Location
Fraser River Discovery Centre
788 Quayside Dr
New Westminster, BC
Directions: Please consider taking transit. The closest parking lots are at 750 Quayside Drive, 1000 Quayside Drive, 777 Columbia Street, and on Front Street.
Access
Free.
Offered in English.
Wheelchair accessible, has gender-neutral washrooms, and is a relaxed performance.
About
Celebrate BC Rivers Day and World Rivers Day at the FRDC! RiverFest takes place on September 20th, 27th, and 28th with family-friendly activities, exhibitors along the quay, live performances, and more!
Sept 20th is a day of walks and workshops that connect you to the river’s stories. Sign up for family yoga, a guided quayside walk, or a horticulture tour!
On Sept 27th, visit the FRDC for the Family Fun Zone and art workshops, stroll along the quay to check out the exhibitors, and enjoy the Lucille Johnstone Workboat Parade.
On Sunday, Sept 28th, visit the FRDC for the Family Fun Zone board the Samson V, and check out the Vancouver Wooden Boat Society's open house! Free admission to the FRDC on Sept 27th and 28th.
Visit website for more information! fraserriverdiscovery.org/riverfest/
Links
- Learn more here. fraserriverdiscovery.org
- Register for FREE Admission on Sept. 27 and 28. riverfest2025.eventbrite.ca
Organizer
Fraser River Discovery Centre Society
The Fraser River Discovery Centre (FRDC) is a not-for-profit interpretive centre whose mission is to bring together the many voices of the Fraser, to discover, celebrate, and inspire passionate stewards of the river. The FRDC has two floors of interactive exhibits and hosts education and public programs as well as special events. In 2020 the FRDC entered into a Memorandum of Understanding with the Musqueam Indian Band with the intent to develop the Fraser River Discovery Centre as xʷtatəl̕ləm, a Place of Learning about the Indigenous heritage and teachings of the Fraser River. The FRDC is a perfect stop along the New Westminster boardwalk and a unique window into the past, present, and future of the mighty Fraser River!