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Summer has officially descended on the Harrison River Valley, and we couldn’t be more excited for the season’s plentiful events, along with the incredible variety of attractions the whole family will enjoy! As sun-soaked days and warm, starry nights stretch out before us, we can’t wait to share our region’s beauty and magic with you. We’ve compiled a guide of the very best, must-do experiences in the region, so you don’t miss one single drop of summer fun!
DON’T-MISS EVENTS OF THE SUMMER
Be sure to take a trip #JustUpTheRoad for these long-running events! Click on each photo for detailed information. Find even more events here.
JULY 1
CANADA DAY IN HARRISON HOT SPRINGS
Our theme is “Celebrating Canada’s Diversity”. Activities include a pancake breakfast, pet parade, opening ceremonies, live music, children’s activities, main parade and Memorial Light Parade on the waterfront. Click on the image (right) to get more information and the schedule of events!
JULY 1
KENT CANADA DAY IN PIONEER PARK
Come out to Agassiz’s Pioneer Park to celebrate Canada Day with a pancake breakfast, a parade, free cupcakes, and more! Click on the image to get full details.
JULY 12-21
HARRISON FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS
Join us for the 45th annual festival, featuring an incredible variety of international live music, as well as a waterfront artisan market, morning yoga on the beach, and an art exhibit at the Ranger Station Art Gallery. Find full details and the festival schedule by clicking the image!
SEPTEMBER 2-3
BANDS ON THE BEACH
The 15th annual Bands on the Beach brings the best local musicians in the Fraser Valley to the lakefront in Harrison Hot Springs. Join us as we wrap up summer with two days of gorgeous lakeside views and lively music. Click on image to learn more!
SUMMER HARVEST SERIES
The Summer Harvest Series is a tribute to its predecessor, the Agassiz Farms Cycle Tour. While the event format has changed, the spirit of promoting farm-to-table experiences lives on! We invite you to enjoy the taste of the Harrison River Valley all summer long at our Circle Farm Tour locations; and take part in these Summer Harvest Series events. Click on the photos to learn more about each event!
JUL 6, 13, 20, 27, AUG 3
THE FARM HOUSE NATURAL CHEESES: JUL 19
EARTHWISE SOCIETY AGASSIZ: AUG 4
FRASER RIVER LODGE: AUG 9
CREEKSIDE CHEESE + CREAMERY:
AUG 28
FARMERS MARKETS – ALL SUMMER LONG!
For farm-fresh produce, delicious baking, eggs, dairy products, plants, and a huge variety of hand-crafted and artisanal goods, visit the Agassiz Farm Fresh Market (runs every Thursday, 4-7pm, until August 29 ), and the Deroche Farmers Market (runs every Saturday, 10am – 2pm, until August 31). Click each image to learn more!
AGASSIZ FARM FRESH MARKET
EVEN MORE SUMMER EVENTS
Did you know that Agassiz Speedway holds races every Saturday throughout the summer, and Kilby Historic Site is jam-packed with events and programs all season long? Plus, we’re very excited to welcome the Harrison Dragon Boat Festival back to Harrison Lake on July 27. Click each image to find full details!
For even more summer events in the Harrison River Valley, click here. Check back often as new events are added regularly!
SUMMER ACTIVITIES
From watersports to golfing, boat tours to aerial park fun, you’ll find adventure around every corner of the Harrison River Valley! Below are just a few suggestions, you’ll find even more here. Click on each image for more information.
OUTDOOR ADVENTURE
FLOATING WATERPARK
AERIAL PARK & DISC GOLF
ADVENTURE PARK
GOLFING
GOLF COURSE
GOLF RESORT
DISC GOLF
GUIDED EXPERIENCES
GROUP
FISHING / PONTOON / THRILL RIDE ADVENTURES
GUIDED KAYAKING & BOAT TOURS
JET BOAT TOURS
FISHING CHARTERS
TOURS
Don’t forget to tag us on social media @tourismharrison and #HarrisonRiverValley – we love to see you enjoying our summer events and activities! Be sure to stop by and visit us at our new Visitor Information Centre and Sasquatch Museum at 499 Hot Springs Road.
