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Those luxuriant, halcyon days of summer that stretch on forever, are moment by moment, becoming shorter. Before we know it, our verdant greens will begin their quiet transition into deep, jewel tones…but not yet! Here in the Harrison River Valley, we love to savour EVERY LAST DROP of summer, and there are so many ways to do it! Read on and join us as we fill our summer buckets to overflowing with brilliant sunshine, sparkling water, farm-fresh eats, and the best of this season’s epic events.
ENJOY FRESH SUMMER EATS
FARM-FRESH PRODUCE
Late summer means harvest time at our local farms – the best time of year for freshly-picked produce from our local farm shops and markets. Click each photo below to find out more.
FARM STORE
SUMMER BITES AND DELIGHTS
Satisfy your craving for something cold and sweet – whether a classic ice cream cone, a chocolate-dipped gelato treat, or an icy affogato with rich espresso (and everything in between) at these sweet shop stops! Click on each image to learn more.
WATER FUN
The temperatures are still warm and there’s still plenty of time to enjoy watersports. Click each image below to learn more about the fun offerings in (and on) the water! To find even more water-based adventures, click HERE. For guided fishing options, click HERE.
SPEEDBOAT TOURS
LATE SUMMER EVENTS
Grab your friends and families and head #justuptheroad for our late summer events. Below are just a few examples, you’ll find even more events HERE.
SUMMER HARVEST SERIES
Our Summer Harvest Series features events that showcase the rich agricultural roots of the region. We’ve had much success with the events that have already taken place, but the fun isn’t over yet! Still to come:
CREEKSIDE CHEESE & CREAMERY
At the Cheesemaker’s Table | August 28
Join us for the 2nd annual long table dinner event! Enjoy cocktails & canapes in the barns followed by a farm-inspired long table dinner under the evening stars. Mingle with the farmers/cheesemakers and the cows, and enjoy a gourmet meal prepared by Chef Craig of The Chef’s Acre, featuring thoughtfully paired ingredients sourced directly from the farm. Get tickets HERE.
HOMESTEAD CIDER
Live on the Lawn | Sunday Evenings
This Sunday evening series pairs live music with a food truck (plus purchase their delicious ciders, crafted on the farm). Coming up:
August 25:
Artist: Emmett Jerome
Food Truck: Planet of the Crepes
September 1:
Artist: Jana Seale
Food Truck: G’s Donairs
BANDS ON THE BEACH: THE 15TH ANNUAL!
August 31 – September 1. Join us on the lake front in Harrison Hot Springs as we wrap up the summer season with a two-day musical extravaganza!
This FREE event has been a late-summer staple in Harrison Hot Springs for 15 years, and is jam-packed with performances. Listen to the hit tunes of local country star Todd Richard and the TR Band, along with a rich variety of other acts, with genres ranging from folk, rock, blues and soul, to indie pop. Enjoy a special tribute concert on Aug. 31 at 7:30pm: the Totally Toby Keith Tribute!
Find the full line-up of artists & schedule HERE.
EVEN MORE INSPIRATION!
In addition to the above ideas, we recommend reading these recent blogs for even more inspiration. Click on each image to read the blog, and stretch your summer to the limit!
Don’t forget to tag us on social media @tourismharrison and #HarrisonRiverValley – we love to see your late summer adventures! Be sure to stop by and visit us at our new Visitor Information Centre and Sasquatch Museum at 499 Hot Springs Road.
