Visit Prince Rupert

Sunset Lounge presents Poetry Slam Open Mic
2023-01-29 15:00 - 22:00 (America/Vancouver) | Sunset Lounge & Grill, 243 3 Ave W, Prince Rupert, BC
Join us as we celebrate 6 years of making change! We will be gathering for a chill afternoon/ evening of creativity, featuring a poetry slam as well as local music, and entertainment. This is an inclusive participatory event!
Do you have a hidden, or not so hidden talent?
Do you have all the jokes (dad or otherwise)?
Are you a writer, singer or performer?
Do you play an instrument or two?
If so, we invite you to come on down and share your skill!
There will be a $6 cover fee and we will have some auction items to bid on as we are fundraising to support the continuation of our community based programs. See you there !

AFFNO & Wheelhouse Brewing present Open Mic Night
2023-01-28 20:00 - 23:00 | Wheelhouse Brewing, 217 1st Ave East, Prince Rupert, Canada
Hosted by Men Who Listen
Sugar Shack Festival wrap up party
No cover, 8 pm to 11pm

AFFNO presents Sugar Shack Brunch 2023
2023-01-28 11:30 - 14:00 | Jim Ciccone Civic Centre, 1000 McBride St, Prince Rupert, Prince RupV8J 3H2, Canada
Le retour de notre Cabane à Sucre! The return of our Sugar Shack Brunch! Prince Rupert! Tourtières, tartes aux sucres, la musique … woo hoo! Tickets/billets $20 per adult, $15 per child at Cook’s and/or AFFNO office 250-627-1313 et/ou affno@citywest.ca
https://www.facebook.com/events/sugarshackbrunch2023

AFFNO & Tom Rooney Playhouse presents Dessert Theatre
2023-01-27 20:00 - 23:00 | Tom Rooney Playhouse, 954 3rd Ave West, Prince Rupert, BC
Improv ‘theatresports’ style, live local music … oh and DESSERT! NUFF SAID!
Tickets $15 at Homework or call 250-627-1313. (PG 13 rating). And yes, it’s in English … but with a French flavour! Mmmm …

Wheelhouse Live Music presents Vinyl Night
2023-01-21 20:00 - 23:30 | Wheelhouse Brewing, 217 1st Ave East, Prince Rupert, Canada
Brought to you by InPortVinyl & Wheelhouse Brewing
Hey all you Tiny Dancers, it’s the next edition of Vinyl Night. Saturday Nights Alright for Dancing
Celebrate some birthdays and some send offs too
No Cover , 8pm – 1 am

New Beers Doubles Spiel
2023-01-21 08:00 - 23:00 | British Columbia
2 person teams. Open to all! Can be two men, two women or 1 man and 1 women.
1 day tournament, 3 games guaranteed.
$50 per person, includes dinner.
Sign up with Natasha: nlebedick@gmail.com

God Is a Scottish Drag Queen
2023-01-19 19:00 - 21:30 | Lester Centre of the Arts, 1100 McBride St, Prince Rupert, British Columbia, Canada
God, dressed in a floral power suit, comes down to set the record straight and expound on everything from Noah’s Ark to Star Wars and answer humankind’s most asked questions in a hilarious and unforgettable night of comedy!
Loved by Preachers and Atheists alike, this show has quickly become one of the most popular one-man shows touring today and has received critical acclaim for its non-stop brilliant look at pop culture and humanity through the eyes of a silly, foul-mouthed, and very loveable Scottish deity.
For more information and to purchase tickets, click here!

Snowed-In Comedy Tour
2023-01-10 19:00 - 21:30 | Lester Centre of the Arts, 1100 McBride St, Prince Rupert, British Columbia, Canada
Back for another year, the Snowed In Comedy tour will bring comedic light to some of the darkest days of the year. Join some of the funniest comedians in the country for a night of chortles, chuckles, giggles and guffaws.
For more information and to purchase tickets, click here!

Wheelhouse Live Music with Dystopia Now
2023-01-07 20:00 - 23:30 | British Columbia
Dystopia Now w/ Blood Meridian! Come rock out January 7th from 8 till late.

Dystopia Now is a local 4 piece band bringing their roaring guitars, thumping drums and big energy to the Wheelhouse. It’s gonna be a beer soaked good time. Come out and support live local music.
No cover. Support the band when we pass-the-hat!

Polar Bear Swim
2023-01-01 11:00 - 13:00 | Rushbrook Floats, 299 George Hills Way, Prince Rupert, BC
Hundreds of intrepid Rupertites and visitors are welcome to brave the elements for the annual polar bear swim on Jan. 1, 2023. The event is hosted at the Rushbrook docks by the Rotary Club of Prince Rupert.The event runs from approximately 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on New Year’s day.

Sunset Lounge presents All Inclusive New Years Eve
2022-12-31 19:00 - 23:30 | Sunset Lounge & Grill, 243 3 Ave W, Prince Rupert, BC
Sunset Lounge would like to celebrate the coming of a new year with everyone by hosting an all inclusive party!
Tickets can be purchased in person as well at Sunset Lounge, a stamped receipt will be your ticket into the party Saturday December 31st. Doors open at 7PM and will be open until 2 AM
Included with purchase of ticket will be an all you can eat buffet with our signature appetizers and main dishes, such as; Samosas, chickpea curry, fresh garden salad, veggie pakora, chicken pakora, Cod Pakora, fresh made chutneys, Butter chicken, Shahi Paneer, fresh made Naan and Basmati Rice. Appetizers will be served as soon as doors open, 7PM. Dinner will be served 830PM
Beverages will also be included: Soda, Domestic Beer, Highballs (select spirits)
Cocktails and shooters are not included but can be purchased through setting up a tab with the bar.
Karaoke will be on from 9PM to 11PM. Local DJ’s will begin after karaoke and our headliner will take us into the new year celebration!
Champagne will be handed out to everyone before the count down.
AT 1:00 AM WE WILL ANNOUNCE THE WINNER OF THE PS5 ($900 VALUE)
All ticket holders will be provided with a sunset stamp on their wrist and responsible for keeping it on during the duration of the party.

Crest Hotel: New Years Eve
2022-12-31 18:00 - 23:30 | The Crest Hotel, 222 1st ave west, Prince Rupert, BC, Canada
The Crest Hotel is now taking dinner reservations for New Years Eve, Saturday Dec 31, 2022, in both the Waterfront Restaurant and Charley’s Lounge. Featuring our daily dinner menu along with some of our seasonal favourites. Reservations are required and we will be selling tickets at $25.00 per person. This ticket will hold your seats and reservation for you and the $25.00 ticket price will be deducted from your final bill.
To reserve call 250-624-6771 for either the Waterfront Restaurant or Charley’s Lounge.
Waterfront Restaurant – open until 9:00pm
Charley’s Lounge – open until midnight

30th Anniversary Lions Club Memorial Blue Knuckle Derby
2022-12-27 | Rushbrook Floats, 299 George Hills Way, Prince Rupert, BC
The PR LIONS CLUB is once again presenting the Lions Memorial Blue Knuckle Derby, the 30th Anniversary of the event. Tickets are now available for $25 at SeaSport, Pacific Net and Twine, Northwest Fuels, the Northern View and from any Lions member.

Sunset Lounge presents Open Mic Night
2022-12-24 19:00 - 22:00 | Sunset Lounge & Grill, 243 3 Ave W, Prince Rupert, BC
Hosted by Jason Froehlich, we will be entertained by slam poetry, stand up comedy and live music from different locals!
Holiday Drink Specials will be in affect all night!

Sunset Lounge presents Live DJ: The Goat
2022-12-17 20:00 - 23:30 | Sunset Lounge & Grill, 243 3 Ave W, Prince Rupert, BC
19+ ONLY EVENT
We’re turning down the lights and turning up the speakers for this special homecoming show.
Starting us off will be Billy Wonka and Keethovan following up to usher in our Professional Headliner, Chris Marcinkiewicz, The Goat.
The GOAT blends house grooves, techno efficiency and hip-hop confidence. His sound is edgy, spacious and full of attitude. With inspirations that span from Aphex Twin and Bruce Haack all the way over to Minor Threat and the Jay Dilla, The GOAT is here..
In an ode to the hip-hop producers and DJ’s of the early 80s, The GOAT aims to challenge dance floors. Over the past six years he has played numerous parties and DJ sets. This was highlighted recently opening for Techno legend Kevin Saunderson and Dantiez Saunderson at the 2016 Seasons Festival in Vancouver as part of the Groundwerk Showcase.
The GOAT has also manned the decks all over western Canada and has had the pleasure of sharing the booth with Rennie Foster, Joel West, Dronus, Diana Boss, JNL Cinemafunk.
The GOAT also has remixed Gang Signs and has EP releases on Substation Recordings and Flat Belly Recordings coming up for 2016.

Wheelhouse Brewing 9th Anniversary
2022-12-17 20:00 - 23:30 | British Columbia
Wheelhouse is turning 9 and we’re gonna light it up!!
Saturday December 17th we are proud to present Triple Bypass live at the Wheelhouse!!!
In December 2013, we threw open our doors and one hour later we sold out of beer .
In 2022 we are ready and promise that won’t happen!
Tickets are $15 in advance, $20 at the door. Available at Wheelhouse Brewing. Doors at 8pm.

For more information and to purchase tickets, click here!

2022 Rupert Runners Holiday Fun Run!
2022-12-17 10:00 - 23:30 | British Columbia
Join us for our Rupert Runners Annual Christmas Fun Run!
Wear your most festive attire, there will be a prize for best dressed!
Walkers, joggers, sprinters, families, dogs, EVERYONE is welcome!

For more information and to purchase tickets, click here!

A Harbour Theatre Christmas
2022-12-16 19:00 - 21:30 | Tom Rooney Playhouse, 954 3rd Ave West, Prince Rupert, BC
Join us for seasonal theatre shenanigans on December 16th at the Tom Rooney Playhouse
Doors at 7:00pm, show starts 7:30pm
Tickets $15 in advance at Homework and at the Door (cash only)
Featuring:
Improv games from “Hook, Line, and Snicker”
The Accidentally Intelligent show – Christmas Edition
A vignette from the Harbour Theatre Players AND Mystery Musical Guest!

For more information and to purchase tickets, click here!

Jingle Bell Rock
2022-12-10 19:00 - 21:30 | Lester Centre of the Arts, 1100 McBride St, Prince Rupert, British Columbia, Canada
Now in its 11th year, the music students from Ring System Studios bring you festive rock ‘n’ roll cheer for the holiday season. Now a traditional must-see show during Christmastime in Rupert.
For more information and to purchase tickets, click here!

SkeenaWild Film & Photo Festival
2022-12-06 19:00 - 21:30 | British Columbia
Wheelhouse Brewing is excited to host the SWFF – SkeenaWild Film & Photo Festival for 2022 in partnership with NCMBA.
Join for an evening of films, photos and beer!
Proceeds go towards the Prince Rupert pump track fundraiser.

Free Skate
2022-12-04 16:00 - 17:30 | British Columbia
Enjoy a free family skate on Sunday Dec 4th from 4:00pm – 5:15pm.
For more information, click here.

Prince Rupert Sailpast & Fireworks!
2022-12-03 18:30 - 20:30 | British Columbia
Join us on December 3rd at Mariners Park after the tree lighting for the Annual WinterFest SailPast, presented by the Prince Rupert Port Authority and Prince Rupert Special Events.
Applications are open to take part in the waterfront Christmas caroling tradition. Apply via email: harbourmaster@rupertport.com or in person at the Port Interpretive Centre in Cow Bay.
For more information, click here.

Courthouse Tree Lighting
2022-12-03 18:30 - 19:30 | British Columbia
Enjoy free hot chocolate and snacks for the lighting of the trees in the Courthouse yard.
For more information, click here.

Ukrainian Contemporary Photography Exhibition
2022-12-03 12:00 - 14:00 | Ice House Gallery, 217 1st avenue east, Prince Rupert, British Columbia, V8J 1A7, Canada
Walk through the beautiful terrain, cities and Carpathian Mountains through the heart and lens of Ukrainian photographer SERHII.
Prince Rupert’s Ukrainian Society will have items available for purchase throughout December.
www.princerupertukrainiansociety.ca

WinterFest Craft Fair
2022-12-03 10:00 - 17:00 | British Columbia
Shop for locally made crafts and goodies for this upcoming Christmas season on Saturday Dec 3rd 10:00am -5:00pm at the Highliner Inn!
For more information, click here.

Breakfast with Santa
2022-12-03 08:00 - 11:00 | British Columbia
Have your chance to have breakfast with Santa on December 3rd at the First United Church. There will be photos with Santa by donation and delicious food!
For more information, click here.

Winterfest
2022-12-02 - 2022-12-03 | British Columbia
Light up Prince Rupert at this year’s Winterfest. The two day festival starts with lighting up the trees at the Court House with free snacks and hot chocolate.

Rupert Square Tree Decorating
2022-12-02 | British Columbia
Participate in tree decorating at the Prince Rupert Square Mall on Friday, December 2nd.
For more information, click here!

The Spongebob Musical
2022-12-01 19:30 - 2022-12-03 21:30 | Lester Centre of the Arts, 1100 McBride St, Prince Rupert, British Columbia, Canada
Adapted from the iconic Nickelodeon series, this year’s high-school musical tells the story of how Bikini Bottom faces annihilation – until a most unexpected hero rises to take centre stage.
Dec. 1-2, 7:30 pm | Dec. 3, 2:00 p.m.
For more information and to purchase tickets, click here!

Kaien Island Craft Fair
2022-11-18 - 2022-11-19 | Jim Ciccone Civic Centre, 1000 McBride St, Prince Rupert, Prince RupV8J 3H2, Canada
Every November artisans and crafters set up at the largest scale Craft Fair in the Northwest to showcase and sell their handmade products. Check it out Friday, November 18th from 6pm to 9pm and Saturday, November 19th from 10am to 4pm.
