Historic Workshops at Kilby Historic Site
Learn how to bake traditional harvest treats like apple pie, honey spice cakes, or hand sew your own pair of mittens. (Details to be confirmed closer to the date). These workshops are for children and adults ages 10 and up. Space is limited. Pre-registration is required. $50/Person. Your ticket includes admission to the Kilby Historic […]
Patch Perfect: Where to Find Pumpkins in the Fraser Valley
Pumpkin season is upon us! The autumn harvest has arrived in the Fraser Valley, and there’s plenty to pick from. From wandering the patches looking for Jack o lanterns, to local farm markets fully stocked with seasonal treats, there’s no better place to follow your sense of wonder. If you veer towards the spooky side, […]
Homeschool Day at Kilby
Join us on Thursday, September 18 for a special day for homeschool families. Scheduled activities throughout the day to give homeschoolers a hands-on learning experience. Baking, household chores, and games for all. Regular admission rates apply.
Savour Your Summer With a Fraser Valley Circle Farm Tour
Summer 2025 may be starting to wind down, but there’s still plenty of opportunity to make the most of the season! If you’re starting August wishing you’d gotten out a bit more or tried a few more things, then you’re in the right place! The Fraser Valley is packed with all kinds of ways to […]
Sweet Corn Festival
Get ready for a hearty celebration of all things corn with family-friendly fun all weekend long! Enjoy corn shucking and eating contests, face painting, a cornhole tournament, delicious eats, and lively performances by Larry Edwards, Johnny Bootleg (Trio), Unbranded, Morgan Griffith (Band), and Ryan McAllister. Whether you’re competing for prizes or just soaking up the country charm, this festival […]
Fraser Valley Road Trips To Make the Most of Summer
Summer is the time of year when you can let your itinerary wander! Road trips, overnight stays, unexpected diversions—enjoying the sunny season is all about seeking out new experiences and letting the days run together, like the colours in a tie-dye shirt. It’s the perfect occasion to show the kids that you still have a […]
Homemade Community Shoppe
Located in the vibrant District 1881 lot at 46067 Princess Avenue, our artisan retail space celebrates Chilliwack’s creative spirit by showcasing over 50 of your favourite local makers. Open Tuesday to Saturday from 11 am to 6 pm and Sundays from 11 am to 5 pm, every item you find here is crafted with passion, […]
Sparkes Farmgate Chilliwack
Stop by Sparkes Farmgate where you can enjoy freshly picked corn & berries, delivered directly from our fields. We grow the best local produce and deliver it straight from our field to your table—starting with strawberries and raspberries in mid-May and continuing with pumpkins, squash, and our very own pumpkin patch in the fall. Indulge in hand-scooped ice […]
Friendly Farm Animals Day Camp! At Silverbrook Farm
Perfect for young animal lovers! This fun-filled camp gives kids the chance to meet, pet, and hold a variety of friendly farm animals-including cuddly bunnies, curious goats, and more! If it’s safe to hold, it’s an option! Hands-on time with gentle farm animalsLearn how to bond with and care for animalsDiscover how animals communicate & […]
Hofestede’s 28th!
From selling fresh local produce at the Chilliwack Farm Market on weekends to where we are now—it’s been an amazing 28 years! We couldn’t have done it without our loyal customers and amazing staff. Celebrate with us in-store on Saturday, April 12th at our annual Pancake Breakfast with our friends from Grimm’s (8-11 AM) and […]
14 Spring Farm Experiences in the Fraser Valley
It’s time for another round of Circle Farm Tour openings! As spring rolls in, local producers, farmers, and artisans throughout the Fraser Valley have opened their doors for you and your family to experience the best of locally sourced, fresh produce and a little bit of that bucolic and charming farm life. Langley 1. Milner […]
Harvest Heroes
Join the Agassiz-Harrison Museum and The Fraser-Cascade School District for Harvest Heroes! Learn about the history of food production and farming in the eastern Fraser Valley through touchable artifacts, interactive archives, and crafting. Four stations will be available for children and families to freely access: Station 1: Copies of archival images having to do with food […]