Visit Prince Rupert

Karaoke Night at the Moby Pub
2026-04-30 22:00 - 23:30, 2026-05-05 22:00 - 23:30, 2026-05-07 22:00 - 23:30, 2026-05-12 22:00 - 23:30 (America/Vancouver) | Moby Pub, 935 2nd ave west, Prince Rupert
Looking for a fun night out? Join us tonight at The Moby Pub for an unforgettable evening of karaoke! Whether you’re a seasoned performer or just want to cheer on your friends, it’s the perfect opportunity to let loose and enjoy the spotlight. In addition to singing your heart out, you can challenge your friends to a game of pool, soak in the vibrant atmosphere with some great music, or hit the dance floor to show off your moves. With a welcoming crowd and a lively ambiance, The Moby Pub promises a night of laughter, music, and good times. Don’t miss out!
No Entry Fees
No Cover
10pm til late

RANSOM SLAUGHTER AT COWPUCCINOS
2026-05-01 19:00 - 23:30 | Cowpuccinos, 25 cowbay road, Prince Rupert, British Columbia, V8J1A5, Canada
LIVE MUSIC AT COWPUCCINOS! FRIDAY MAY 1ST!!
CLASSIC ROCK N ROLL AND COUNTRY FAVOURITES!!
Good people, Great music. Guaranteed good time. No Cover. Doors open at 7, Music Starts at 8!
Venue: COWPUCCINOS
Organizer: COWPUCCINOS

A Rooney Open Mic
2026-05-01 19:30 - 22:00 | Tom Rooney Playhouse, 954 3rd Ave West, Prince Rupert, BC
Calling all musicians, poets, tellers of tales, other weavers of story and folks of a curious mind:It’s an Open Mic at the Rooney! – Friday May 1st starting at 7:30pmA time to test out new ideas, words, music and song. Have you liked the idea of doing stand-up comedy? Some bit you’d like to find out how it lands for others? Bring it!Partly finished material encouraged, as well as thunderous applause. A time for sharing and meeting other like-minded people.See you at the Rooney!

Karaoke Fridays
2026-05-01 21:00 - 23:30, 2026-05-08 21:00 - 23:30 | Port City Spirits, 801 Fraser St, Prince Rupert, BC, V8J 1R1, Canada
The lights drop low, the mic awaits. Hosted by Donnie South, these are no ordinary nights — a call to the bold, the restless, the ones who know a song isn’t just sung, it’s lived.
Port City Spirits
9pm til late

Port Community Day
2026-05-03 09:00 - 18:00 | Jim Ciccone Civic Centre, 1000 McBride St, Prince Rupert, Prince RupV8J 3H2, Canada
Join us for the 2nd annual Port Community Day at Jim Ciccone Civic Centre and Earl Mah Aquatic Centre on May 3rd for a variety of free family-friendly programming including:
Open Gym — 9AM – 1PMLearn to Play Pickleball with PR Pickleball —11AM – 1PMHotdog Lunch — 11:30AM – 1PMBubble Trouble Bouncy Castles — 11:30AM -1:30PMHockey Mini Sticks — 11:30AM – 1:30PMMini Putt Obstacle Course — 11:30AM – 1:30PMCrafts Table — 11:30AM – 1:30PMSwords & Sorcery with Good Times Games — 1PM – 3PMPublic Swim — 3PM – 6PM

Port Community Day is sponsored by the Prince Rupert Port Authority, Ray-Mont Logistics, AltaGas, Pacific Pilotage Authority, DP World, Pembina and Trigon Pacific Terminals.

Cruise Ship in Town
2026-05-04 09:00 - 15:30, 2026-05-08 09:00 - 16:30, 2026-05-10 14:00 - 16:30 | Lax Süülda Container Market, Atlin Promenade, Prince Rupert, British Columbia, Canada
There is a cruise ship in town today!
The Lax Süülda Container Market will be open at 9am every cruise day and will feature local artisans and food vendors.
Come on by!

Cinco de Mayo at Chances Grill
2026-05-05 11:30 - 23:00 | Chances Grill PR, 240 1st Ave W, Prince Rupert, BC, Canada
It’s nacho average Tuesday – it’s Cinco de Mayo! Join us on Tuesday, May 5th from 11:30 AM to 11:00 PM for our Mexican fiesta featuring food and drink specials you won’t be able to resist!

Specials:
➨ Lime or strawberry margaritas on the rocks (not blended) – $7.00
➨ Corona beer – $5.00
➨ Tequila shot – $5.00
➨ Burrito (beef or bean) – $4.00 each
➨ Hard or soft shell taco (choice of beef, chicken, or pork) – $3.00

Or join the fiesta with the Two-Course Meal for only $20!
Enjoy two 6″ quesadillas (choice of beef, chicken, or pork) with Mexican sweet corn, plus a churro with chocolate dip or caramel sauce for dessert!

Dine-in only. Chances Grill PR is 19+.

Silent Book Club
2026-05-05 18:00 - 20:00 | Wheelhouse Brewing, 217 1st Ave East, Prince Rupert, Canada
At Silent Book Club, there’s no assigned reading. All readers are welcome—ebooks, audiobooks, textbooks, comic books… it’s BYOBook. Our events are free and support local businesses. Friends and strangers gather at a set time and location, order food or drinks, share what they’re reading, and settle in for an hour or so of sustained silent reading. At the end of the hour, attendees can socialize—or not!

Come check it out! First Tuesday of every month from 6 PM – 8 PM. Our first meet up will be at Wheelhouse Brewing Company

Author Reading: Growing Food on the BC North Coast
2026-05-05 19:00 - 20:30 | Prince Rupert Public Library, 101 6 Ave W, Prince Rupert, BC, V8J 1Y9, Canada
Interested in gardening on the North Coast? Come on by the Prince Rupert Library on May 5th at 7 pm!

Prince Rupert & District Chamber of Commerce AGM
2026-05-06 11:30 - 13:00 | Highliner Hotel, 815 1st Ave W, Prince Rupert, British Columbia, V8J 1B3, Canada
AGM 2026 Join us for the Prince Rupert & District Chamber of Commerce Annual General Meeting on May 6th, 2026 at 11:45 AM at the Highliner Hotel & Conference Centre.This is one of the most important events of the year, and we encourage all Chamber Members to attend and have their voice heard as we shape the future of our business community. Approve the 2025 AGM Minutes Review the Chamber’s 2025 Financial Statements Appoint Incoming Directors for 2026/2027 Receive the President’s Report Vote / Nominate for the next President & Vice-President FREE Admission for all Members Registration is mandatory to ensure quorum r#supportlocalbusiness https://rupertchamber.ca/events/…If you are unable to attend, please send a representative from your organization to help us meet quorum. Stay tuned for an upcoming email with the Zoom meeting link and Proxy Voting Form.

Teen D&D Drop In
2026-05-06 15:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-13 15:00 - 17:00 | Prince Rupert Public Library, 101 6 Ave W, Prince Rupert, BC, V8J 1Y9, Canada
Teen D&D Drop‑In

Calling all adventurers ages 13–18!
Bring your imagination, roll some dice, and join us for a relaxed Teen Dungeons & Dragons drop‑in session.

• No experience needed• All supplies provided• Create a character on the spot• Meet other teens and play short campaigns

WednesdaysPrince Rupert Library3:15-5:00 pm

Whether you’re new to the game or already a seasoned player, you’re welcome to drop in and join the adventure.

Free French Classes
2026-05-06 17:00 - 18:00, 2026-05-13 17:00 - 18:00 | Hecate Strait Employment Development Society, 208 1 Avenue East, Prince Rupert, British Columbia, V8J 4M8, Canada
French Classes in Prince Rupert
Want to practice or improve your French? Join us!
Every Wednesday at 5:00 PM 125 Market Pl – Hecate Strait (3rd floor) Free classes & everyone is welcome!
Come learn, practice, and connect in a friendly environment.À bientôt !

North Coast Ecology Trivia Night
2026-05-07 19:00 - 22:00 | Wheelhouse Brewing, 217 1st Ave East, Prince Rupert, Canada
Trivia night is back! Come test your north coast ecology knowledge and support NCECS at @wheelhousebeer May 7th!
Enjoy beer specials, prizes, and fun while helping our community. We only have space for 8 teams of up to 6 people, so register asap on the events page of our website!

Butze Blitz Loopapalooza Trail Race
2026-05-09 09:00 - 13:00
Welcome to the first annual Butze Blitz Loopapalooza!
WHAT
The format is simple – loops of the Butze Rapids trail – but the distance you choose will determine the challenge. Runners can choose from a single (5km), triple (15km), or quintuple (25km) loop, all run in a counter-clockwise direction, with each loop starting and ending at the trailhead parking lot.
WHEN

Saturday May 9th, 2026 @ Butze Rapids Trailhead

Mandatory pre-race briefing at 8:45am

9am start time for all distances

10am cut-off for the single loop

1pm cut-off for the triple and quintuple loop

Parking is limited at the Butze Rapids parking lot, and the trail will remain open to the public during the race event. Please consider carpooling to the event to reduce congestion on race day. Secondary parking can be found at the base of Tall Trees trail, a few hundred meters down the highway. If you have friends or family coming to watch or crew you on race day, please ensure they use the Tall Trees parking area.

Race package pick-up will be from 5:00pm – 7:00pm on Friday May 8th – location TBD. Race package pick-up will also be available the morning of the race from 8:15am – 8:45am at the Butze Rapids Trailhead.

WHY
First time trail runners, looking to dip your toe into a fun and exciting trail race? Register for the single loop and experience first hand the joy that comes with trail running.
Already familiar with trail running and looking to push yourself? Register for the triple loop and get to know the trail in detail.
Seasoned trail runner looking to push your limits, or already trained up for a half marathon and looking to try something with more dirt and vert? The quintuple loop is the perfect challenge for you!
Please note that trail running is a challenging sport, and trips or falls along the route are likely on race day. First Aid will be provided on site for minor injuries, but every runners is responsible for their own safety on the race course. Please ensure you are running within your ability, and always pull off to one side to lets others runners pass when it is safe to do so.
HOW
An aid station will be set up at the start/finish line. Only runners taking part in the triple or quintuple event will have access to the aid station, and will be able to run past the aid station between loops.
Signage will be placed at all the trail junctions to ensure runners stay on course, however it is the responsibility of the runner to ensure they know the course and stay on track throughout the event.

Hoop-a-thon 2026
2026-05-09 12:00 - 14:00 | Charles Hays Secondary School, 201 Prince Rupert Blvd., Prince Rupert, British Columbia, V8J 3W1, Canada
Hoop-a-thon Fundraiser – Support CHSS Metal Shop!

We’re raising funds for a new CNC machine for the metal shop at Charles Hays Secondary School — and we need your help!

The Prince Rupert Rotary Club & Prince Rupert Rainmakers Interactors are working together to reach our goal of $36,000.

May 9 12 PM – 2 PM Charles Hays Gymnasium

How can you help?
Register a team: bbkillbery@citywest.caDonate via e-transfer: prrotaryclub@citywest.ca

Come out, shoot some hoops, and support local students!

Plant Swap + Social
2026-05-09 12:00 - 15:00 | ethos refillery, 133 9 St, Prince Rupert, BC, Canada
Ready to part with a few plants or expand your collection? Bring 1 or more healthy, pest-free plants or cuttings to trade!

→ Bring a plant, take a plant→ Plant care/propagation station→ All experience levels welcome!→ Snacks + beverages→ Enter your name to win some prizes

$10 per person – limited spotsHead onto our website to claim yours

Bring a plant, meet new people, and go home with an adopted new plant baby

Hanging Basket Workshop
2026-05-09 13:00 - 16:00 | Yaga Cafe Garden Co, 2250 Bellis Road, Prince Rupert, British Columbia, V8J 3P9, Canada
Join Mona on May 9th from 1–4pm in the Yaga greenhouse.
Build your own hanging basket and learn how to keep it thriving all summer long.$75 per person.
Register in-store at Yaga Garden Centre, 2250 Bellis Rd, Prince Rupert.Spots are limited

BC Annual Dance Competition- Gala
2026-05-09 18:00 - 22:00 | Lester Centre of the Arts, 1100 McBride St, Prince Rupert, British Columbia, Canada
Join us for the BC Annual Dance Competition Gala
Enjoy a complementary beverage and live entertainment at 6:00 PM followed by our 2026 Dance Competition.

Cowpuccino's 30th Anniversary!
2026-05-09 20:00 - 23:00 | Cowpuccinos, 25 cowbay road, Prince Rupert, British Columbia, V8J1A5, Canada
Cowpuccino’s is turning 30 this year!
Come celebrate this special day with us on Saturday, May 9th. We will be doing giveaways and there will also be a draw for ValhallaFest tickets. A huge thank you to all of our customers that have supported us throughout the past three decades. Cheers from Judson and the Cowpuccino’s crew!

DEAD SEXY & Puddy Waters LIVE at Wheelhouse
2026-05-09 20:00 - 23:30 | Wheelhouse Brewing, 217 1st Ave East, Prince Rupert, Canada
Indigenous Indie artist Puddy Waters is contemporary songwriter who’s work lives in the spaces between reflection and release.

Saturday, May 9th at Wheelhouse Brewing

Doors at 8, Music at 9.
Tickets are $15 advanced , $20 at door.

Mother's Day Brunch
2026-05-10 10:00 - 14:00 | Highliner Hotel, 815 1st Ave W, Prince Rupert, British Columbia, V8J 1B3, Canada
Treat Mom to something special this Mother’s Day Our chefs are preparing an unforgettable brunch buffet with smoked salmon bennys, live sushi station, house-made desserts, authentic Asian flavours, brunch classics, and more.Sunday, May 10th | 10AM to 2PM

Honouring Victims and Survivors of Crime Luncheon
2026-05-13 11:30 - 13:30 | Highliner Hotel, 815 1st Ave W, Prince Rupert, British Columbia, V8J 1B3, Canada
National Victims of Crime Week 2026 This week is a time to recognize, honour, and support those whose lives have been impacted by crime. It’s also a chance to acknowledge the strength, resilience, and courage of victims and survivors in our communities.We would like to invite you to join us for a lunch in honour of victims and survivors of traumatic events. This gathering is an opportunity to come together in a safe, welcoming space to connect, reflect, and show support.Please call 250-627-7779 or email Joyce.charlton@rcmp-grc.gc.ca to RSVP as soon as possible.
