Visit Prince Rupert

Guns & Hoses Hockey Game
2023-03-18 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Vancouver) | Jim Ciccone Civic Centre, 1000 McBride St, Prince Rupert, Prince RupV8J 3H2, Canada
March 18, the Prince Rupert RCMP “Guns” take on the Prince Rupert Fire Rescue “Hoses”! Come for the hockey, stay for the beer gardens, the 50/50, the duck toss , and the basket raffle!

Rock or Bust - The Ultimate AC/DC Tribute Band
2023-03-24 19:00 - 21:30 | Lester Centre of the Arts, 1100 McBride St, Prince Rupert, British Columbia, Canada
Back by popular demand! The ultimate AC/DC tribute band, “Rock or Bust,” will be blowing the roof off the place with killer licks, thumping drums, and fierce vocals.
Rock or Bust is a high-energy rock show that will have you out of your seats rockin’ until the end of the show and wanting more. Playing hits like “Highway to Hell,” “Shook Me All Night Long,” “Hell’s Bells,” “Back in Black,” and many more, you’ll have a rockin’ good time!

Tom Rooney Playhouse presents Two Trios
2023-03-25 19:00 - 23:00 | Tom Rooney Playhouse, 954 3rd Ave West, Prince Rupert, BC
Celebrating the songs of Justin Hayward: an hour of acoustic Moody Blues classics!

RELIVE THE MUSIC 50S & 60S SHOW
2023-04-01 19:00 - 22:00 | Lester Centre of the Arts, 1100 McBride St, Prince Rupert, British Columbia, Canada
A one of a kind show that takes the audience through Music History, Trivia & Memories of the 50s & 60s. You will learn many things you never knew about these artists. You will see an energetic band, amazing frontline singers and dancers transforming and re-living through two decades of music, costumes, trends and dancing along with informative video imagery in the background.

Vinyl Night
2023-04-01 20:00 - 23:30 | Wheelhouse Brewing, 217 1st Ave East, Prince Rupert, Canada
Don’t let the cassette on the poster fool you, the next edition of Vinyl Night is Nobody’s Fool.
If you’ve ever Fooled Around and Fell In Love (with Vinyl Nights) then you don’t want to miss this Night!
Saturday, April 1st come and party. 8 till late. 19+ event. This is NO JOKE.
We don’t know What a Fool Believes but we do know you don’t want to play Foolish Games and miss this edition of Vinyl Night or you’ll look like a Fool In The Rain!
If you’ve made it this far we hope you’re picking up what we’re laying down.

RUPERT 1/2 + 8
2023-04-02 09:00 - 12:01
Sunday, April 2, 2023
9:00 AM 12:00 PM
LESTER CENTER
The Rupert Half + 8k is back! We need volunteers to make it happen, so please sign up for a task when you register for the event!
Half marathon and Half-relay: 9:00 am
8k: 9:20 am (capped at 75 participants!)
Venue: LESTER CENTER
Organizer: Rupert Runners

Free Community Easter Egg Hunt
2023-04-08 11:00
ROTARY CLUB PRINCE RUPERT
Community Easter Egg hunt
11am April 8th 2023
Rain or shine
Venue: Mariners park
Organizer: Rotary club

Bring Back the 80's & 90's
2023-04-08 19:00 - 23:30
We’re excited to announce that the Prince Rupert Middle School Band is hosting a Bring Back the 80’s and 90’s dance party fundraiser on April 8th, 2023, from 7pm-2am at the Highliner Plaza. Tickets are only $25, and it’s going to be a blast! They encourage you to dress up in your best 80’s and 90’s costumes, and there will be door prizes and a loonie auction. This event is a fundraiser to support the Middle schools music program and band students who will be attending MusicFest Canada, a national festival in May. Your attendance and support would mean the world!

PrinceRupert Paint Party
2023-04-13 19:00 - 21:00
Upcoming Event at Cowpuccinos.
Enjoy the treats & coffees or indulge in an adult beverage from Cowpuccinos. All painting supplies provided (please wear an old shirt/paint smock)
limited spaces available
Pre-Registration $45 guarantees you a seat (20 spaces available)
We only reserve your space with payment. You can reserve your booking by sending $45 per canvas by E-transter to WetPaintPrinceRupert@gmail.com.
We ask that in the “add a message” / “add a comment” section you clarify the name of the person who will be painting
Venue: Cowpuccinos Coffee House
Organizer: WePaint Prince Rupert

Paint Night
2023-04-14 18:30 - 21:00
Paint Night with Brenda Brown
Oil Painting of Prince Rupert Harbour
All levels of painter welcome, all materials included in cost, maximum 12 people.
Sign up at the Ice House Gallery
Venue: Ice House Gallery
Organizer: Ice House Gallery

Art Social
2023-04-15 19:00 - 21:00 | Ice House Gallery, 217 1st avenue east, Prince Rupert, British Columbia, V8J 1A7, Canada
Art Social at the Icehouse
Live Music
Artists on hand
Wine, Beer and Snacks available.
Tickets $10 can be purchased at the door or beforehand at the Ice House
Open to anyone 18+
Door Prizes
Venue: Ice House Gallery
Organizer: Ice House Gallery

Sunday Community Paddles in April
2023-04-16 11:00 - 14:00 | Rushbrook Floats, 299 George Hills Way, Prince Rupert, BC
Sea kayakers and other interested paddlers! We are excited about the upcoming season and seek to build/support our local paddle community by offering 4 Sundays in April to get together and explore our beautiful harbour.
April 2, 9, 14, and 23. Paddles start at 11am, so come early to get geared up and in the water. We will meet at Rushbrook boat launch to paddle together and learn from each other how to safely navigate our local waters in a group setting.
New and seasoned paddlers welcome. Rent from us or bring your own boats and gear. Also bring a lunch/snacks, and don’t forget your water bottle!
These events will be dependent on weather and sea state conditions deemed safe for each Sunday’s offerings, so keep posted here (especially the day before)!

Monday Night at the Movies - The Good House
2023-04-17 19:00 - 21:00
Join us for a fun-filled community movie night!
We will be screening a movie that everyone is sure to love. There will be plenty of snacks and drinks available for purchase.
Movie: The Good House
Time: 7:00pm
Location: Prince Rupert Cinema
Admission: $10 Cash only please
We can’t wait to see you there!

MAMMA MIA!
2023-04-20 19:00 - 2023-04-22 22:00 | Lester Centre of the Arts, 1100 McBride St, Prince Rupert, British Columbia, Canada
Our first community musical since 2018!
Mamma Mia is a romantic comedy, contasting the dreams and aspirations of a 1970s girl and a 1990s girl. Through the story-telling magic of the songs of ABBA, we meet the independent Donna and her daughter, the romantic Sophie, who wants her father to give her away at her wedding. Now, if only her mother could tell her who her father is….
Sun, sea, and subterfuge are the backdrop of this tale of the women who wanted to have it all, and the girls who want happy ever after. The show is bright, fun, and sunny – it’s a night of entertainment you won’t want to miss!

Earth Day at Seal Cove Salt Marsh
2023-04-22 11:00 - 15:00
Earth Day is a global event celebrated annually on April 22nd, dedicated to raising awareness and appreciation for the environment and the natural world. It serves as a reminder of our responsibility to protect and preserve the planet for future generations.
Come down to the Seal Cove Salt Marsh on April 22 to check out all things Earth Day!

Public Budget Consultation #2
2023-04-24 19:00 - 19:30
The City is looking to engage with residents about the Draft 2023 budget, as we plan for our next five-year budget cycle from 2023 to 2027. We continue to have a busy five years ahead, with major infrastructure renewal taking up a significant amount of staff energy, as well as available funds. In this year, as in past years, we work hard to balance our community’s many needs and priorities.
This event is the second of two in-person public budget consultations.
Venue: Council Chambers, City Hall – 424 3rd Avenue West, Prince Rupert
Organizer: City of Prince Rupert

Bollywood Experience
2023-04-25 19:00 - 21:00 | Lester Centre of the Arts, 1100 McBride St, Prince Rupert, British Columbia, Canada
April 25th – 7 p.m. – Lester Centre of the Arts – Karima Essa with performances from the North Coast Indo-Canadian Arts Club Dancers:
Join us for a night of dance performances and Bollywood fun. Tickets are by donation, with partial proceeds going to the Lester Centre of the Arts and the rest going to our club to help us provide updated equipment, and more events in the future
April 27th – 7 p.m. – Charles Hays Secondary School – Bollywood Workshop:
Have you ever wanted to dance along with Bollywood dancers? Now’s your chance! Karima Essa will be providing a Bollywood workshop where you can learn some awesome Bollywood steps
If you have any questions, please message the North Coast Indo-Canadian Arts Club through our Facebook page.

Grad Variety Show
2023-04-27 19:00 - 21:00 | Lester Centre of the Arts, 1100 McBride St, Prince Rupert, British Columbia, Canada
On Thursday April 27th the CHSS 2023 Graduating Class will be putting on a variety show! All of the proceeds go towards their commencement ceremony. Any extra is given to the upcoming 2024 graduating class as well as donated to a community organization! Come out and support your local grads, it is going to be a great show!

Cruise Call
2023-05-03, 2023-05-04, 2023-05-14
We would like to inform you that there is a majestic cruise ship currently in port. We are excited to welcome the passengers to our beautiful city.
As the ship docks, passengers will have the opportunity to explore the many attractions and experiences our city has to offer. We encourage you to extend a warm welcome to the visitors and make their stay as enjoyable as possible!

Improv Night at Tom Rooney Playhouse
2023-05-03 19:30 - 21:00, 2023-05-10 19:30 - 21:00 | Tom Rooney Playhouse, 954 3rd Ave West, Prince Rupert, BC
You (yes YOU!) can participate in theatre games/improv (think “whose line is it anyway”) every Wednesday at 7:30pm at the Tom Rooney Playhouse (953 3rd Ave W). Come on out and join in the laughs with Hook Line and Snicker!

Woven Basket Workshop
2023-05-05 17:30 - 21:00 | Ice House Gallery, 217 1st avenue east, Prince Rupert, British Columbia, V8J 1A7, Canada
This class is being held at the Ice House Gallery open to 10 participants. Don’t miss your chance to learn to create a beautiful woven basket!

This is a two day workshop starting on May 5th at 5:30pm.

Karaoke Night at Sunset Lounge & Grill
2023-05-05 21:00 - 23:00, 2023-05-12 21:00 - 23:00 | Sunset Lounge & Grill, 243 3 Ave W, Prince Rupert, BC
Karaoke Nights at the Sunset Lounge & Grill happen every Friday from 9pm-11pm. Stop by for the best karaoke experience around!

2023 B.C. Annual Dance Competition
2023-05-07 08:00 - 2023-05-13 17:00 | Lester Centre of the Arts, 1100 McBride St, Prince Rupert, British Columbia, Canada
Join us for the 2023 B.C. Annual Dance Competition, May 7 – 13 at the Lester Centre of the Arts!
Dancers from all over B.C. will grace the stage in all genres including Jazz, Ballet, Acro, Musical Theatre, Song & Dance, Contemporary, Modern, Hip Hop & Tap.

Pricing –
Morning/Afternoon – $5
Evening – $8

Storyteller Series
2023-05-10 19:00 - 2023-05-13 21:00 | Prince Rupert Public Library, 101 6 Ave W, Prince Rupert, BC, V8J 1Y9, Canada
The Prince Rupert Library and Prince Rupert Community Arts Council present Graphic + Storyteller Series with Jon Claytor, Cole Pauls, Samantha Beynon, and Lucy Trimble. These are all FREE events for the public. Workshops are on a first come, first served basis. We hope to see you there!

Jon Claytor –
Reading: Wednesday, May 10 @ 7pm – Prince Rupert Library
Workshop: Saturday, May 13 @ 1:30pm – Prince Rupert Library

Cole Pauls –
Reading: Thursday, May 11 @ 7pm – Prince Rupert Library
Workshop: Saturday, May 13 @ 1:30pm – Charles Hays Secondary

Samantha Beynon + Lucy Trimble
Reading + Workshop: Saturday, May 13 @ 1:30 – Prince Rupert Library

Rupert Quilt & Mothers Day Retreat
2023-05-12 09:00 - 2023-05-14 15:00 | Highliner Hotel & Conference Centre, 815 1st Ave W, Prince Rupert
Rupert Quilt Retreat 2023.
Mothers Day Retreat
This is our second year hosting this event at the Highliner Hotel & Conference Center.
Our event is May 12th, 13th and 14th
Cost is $135
We have door prizes, brown bag draws, and main prizes.
For more info email
rupertretreat @yahoo.com
Venue: Highliner Hotel & Conference Center.
Organizer: Sarah Ridgway and many amazing helpers from Big Rain Quilters.

Men Who Listen, Playing Live 80’s music
2023-05-13 21:00 - 23:30 | Sunset Lounge & Grill, 243 3 Ave W, Prince Rupert, BC
80’s NIGHT
Local legends, Men Who Listen,
will be honouring us with a night devoted to 80’s classic!
Come out and show some community spirit and dance the night away to some of the best music from the 80’s!
Finger food will available until 1AM
Drink specials will be on til midnight
May 13th SATURDAY @sunsetloungepr
$10 PRESALE
$15 @ THE DOOR
BEST COSTUME PRIZE
Band playing from 9AM TO 1AM
Venue: Sunset Lounge
Organizer: Paul Minhas
