As summer winds down and routines return, the Tri-Cities continue to offer a variety of activities for families and residents. Whether you’re interested in the arts, outdoor events, or community gatherings, here are some highlights to check out this September.
Community Events
Terry Fox Run Coquitlam
🗓️ September 14, 9 AM – 1 PM | 📍 Mundy Park (Hillcrest Parking Lot), Coquitlam
Take part in the annual Terry Fox Run to raise funds for cancer research while enjoying a morning run or walk through Mundy Park.
👉 Run website
🗓️ September 14, 9 AM – 1 PM | 📍 Mundy Park (Hillcrest Parking Lot), Coquitlam
Take part in the annual Terry Fox Run to raise funds for cancer research while enjoying a morning run or walk through Mundy Park.
👉 Run website
Terry Fox Run Port Moody
🗓️ September 14, 8:30 AM | 📍 Rocky Point Park, Port Moody
Take part in the annual Terry Fox Run to raise funds for cancer research while enjoying a morning run or walk through Rocky Point Park.
Coquitlam Culture Days Kick Off and Visual Arts Exhibition Reception
🗓️ September 19, 6 PM – 8 PM | 📍 Town Centre Park Community Centre, Coquitlam
Kick off Culture Days in Coquitlam with the new Visual Arts Exhibition at Town Centre Park Community Centre. Explore artwork from 10 local artists, connect with fellow creatives, and enjoy local treats.
👉 More info
🗓️ September 19, 6 PM – 8 PM | 📍 Town Centre Park Community Centre, Coquitlam
Kick off Culture Days in Coquitlam with the new Visual Arts Exhibition at Town Centre Park Community Centre. Explore artwork from 10 local artists, connect with fellow creatives, and enjoy local treats.
👉 More info
Culture Days in Port Moody
🗓️ Throughout late September | 📍 Various venues in Port Moody
Celebrate the arts and heritage of Port Moody during Culture Days! Join in for events like the Symbiotic Echoes exhibition, self-guided art tours, author galas, public art walks, and family-friendly workshops—all showcasing the region’s vibrant creative community.
Evergreen’s 2025-26 Season Launch Party
🗓️ September 20, 5 PM – 9 PM | 📍 Evergreen Cultural Centre, Coquitlam
Kick off the new arts season with free performances, activities, and a chance to connect with local artists.
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🗓️ September 20, 5 PM – 9 PM | 📍 Evergreen Cultural Centre, Coquitlam
Kick off the new arts season with free performances, activities, and a chance to connect with local artists.
👉 See event
Coquitlam City-Wide Garage Sale & Giveaway
🗓️ Sat & Sun, September 20-21, 9 AM – 1 PM |📍 Coquitlam (various neighbourhoods)
Declutter and shop local at Coquitlam’s biannual garage sale and giveaway event. Residents can sell or give away items like books, toys, clothing, electronics, furniture and more.
Free to participate. Register by September 17.
Burke Mountain Trail Cleanup Day
🗓️ September 27, 10 AM – 1 PM | 📍 Sheffield Park, Coquitlam
A community-led initiative to help keep our parks, trails, and forests clean and beautiful for everyone to enjoy. This is a family-friendly event, open to all ages and abilities.
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🗓️ September 27, 10 AM – 1 PM | 📍 Sheffield Park, Coquitlam
A community-led initiative to help keep our parks, trails, and forests clean and beautiful for everyone to enjoy. This is a family-friendly event, open to all ages and abilities.
👉 More details
Arts & Performances
Pump Boys & Dinettes (Musical Comedy)
🗓️ September 23–27, 7:30 PM + 3 PM Sat | 📍 Evergreen Cultural Centre, Coquitlam
A lively musical comedy set in a diner and gas station, featuring songs about friendship, vacations, and everyday life. With a mix of swing, rockabilly, jazz, and country, it’s a fun, toe-tapping show for all ages.
Tickets required: Adults $49 | Seniors $42 | Students $16.
👉 Tickets
🗓️ September 23–27, 7:30 PM + 3 PM Sat | 📍 Evergreen Cultural Centre, Coquitlam
A lively musical comedy set in a diner and gas station, featuring songs about friendship, vacations, and everyday life. With a mix of swing, rockabilly, jazz, and country, it’s a fun, toe-tapping show for all ages.
Tickets required: Adults $49 | Seniors $42 | Students $16.
👉 Tickets
Concert Series: España!
🗓️ September 27, 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM | 📍 Place des Arts, Coquitlam
Join violinist Domagoj Ivanovic and pianist Noel McRobbie as they explore music from the Iberian Peninsula featuring works by de Falla, Turina, Granados, and Waxman’s Fantasy on Themes from Bizet’s Carmen.
Admission: Students & Seniors $21 | Adults $26 (+ GST)
👉 Event info
🗓️ September 27, 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM | 📍 Place des Arts, Coquitlam
Join violinist Domagoj Ivanovic and pianist Noel McRobbie as they explore music from the Iberian Peninsula featuring works by de Falla, Turina, Granados, and Waxman’s Fantasy on Themes from Bizet’s Carmen.
Admission: Students & Seniors $21 | Adults $26 (+ GST)
👉 Event info
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation: Empowering Voices Through Art
🗓️ September 30, 1 PM – 2:30 PM or 3 PM – 4:30 PM | 📍 Place des Arts, Coquitlam
🗓️ September 30, 1 PM – 2:30 PM or 3 PM – 4:30 PM | 📍 Place des Arts, Coquitlam
A free event that focuses on building a better community through art with Indigenous artists and educators Christine Mackenzie and Nova Weipert.
👉 Event page
👉 Event page
Food & Workshops
Oktoberfest Bavarian Harvest Dinner & Cooking Class with Chef Kelly
🗓️ September 24, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM | 📍 Eden West Gourmet, Port Moody
Join Chef Kelly for a hands-on evening of cooking & dining inspired by Bavarian harvest flavours. Learn traditional recipes, enjoy a full harvest dinner, and immerse yourself in the taste of Oktoberfest. Perfect for food lovers and anyone looking to try something new in a communal, festive setting.
Tickets required: $134.47. Seats are limited.
👉 More info & tickets
Coquitlam Farmers Market
🗓️ Sundays, 9 AM – 1 PM | 📍 Dogwood Pavilion, Coquitlam (May through October).
Fresh produce, baked goods, and handmade treasures — every Sunday morning.
Port Moody Farmers Market
🗓️ Wednesdays, 3 PM – 7 PM, (Summer market, June to October) | 📍 Port Moody, 300 Ioco Rd
Midweek shopping with a mix of local growers, artisans, and live entertainment.
Port Coquitlam Farmers Market
🗓️ Thursdays, 3 PM – 7 PM (Summer market till Sep 25) | 📍 Leigh Square, Port Coquitlam
Celebrate the season and support local with this vibrant weekly market.
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