PAST EVENTS
Queensborough Special Programs Committee presents a number of annual events to serve the community and celebrate arts, culture and heritage in Queensborough. For more information on our events, please contact us at queensboroughspecialprograms@gmail.com
Also, please be sure to check our calendar to see great community events at the QCC, around Queensborough and throughout New Westminster.
QUEENSBOROUGH: A Community with Heart!
Children's Festival
Summer Sounds
2022
Queensborough Festival
CANCELLED FOR 2020
Saturday, September 12, 2020 from 3-7pm
Queensborough Community Centre
(920 Ewen Ave, New Westminster)
The Queensborough Festival is a non-profit community event put together by the Queensborough Special Programs Committee in partnership with the City of New Westminster’s Parks and Recreation department and local businesses. Join us in celebrating the past and present of Queensborough. There will be children’s games and activities, entertainment for the whole family, and food trucks, including Shameless Buns. This year's festivities will also include the Queensborough Lantern Festival, sponsored by Aragon Properties.
Admission: FREE
Diwali
CANCELLED FOR 2020
Queensborough Community Centre
(920 Ewen Ave, New Westminster)
Diwali, the Festival of Light, is an annual celebration that brings the community together for food, family and fun! Activities include a number of performances from groups and members of the South Asian community, as well as food, kids activities, mehndi and so much more. Come down to enjoy samosas, gulab jamun and all sorts of delicious South Asian treats. This event is in partnership with the Khalsa Diwan Society and SUCCESS.
Admission: FREE
Friday, November 27, 2020
Queensborough Fire Hall #3
(920 Ewen Ave, New Westminster)
The Lighting of the Fire Hall is a beloved Queensborough tradition where the community convenes at the Fire Hall to enjoy pizza, decorate cookies, enjoy hot chocolate and enjoy a visit from Santa! Entertainment provided by the QMS concert band and Royal City Sound. In partnership with New Westminster Fire Services, sponsored by Queensborough Landing Boston Pizza, Starbucks and Tim Hortons
Admission: FREE
Lighting the Fire Hall
Sunday, December 13, 2020 from 5:30 - 7:30pm
Queensborough Community Centre
(920 Ewen Ave, New Westminster)
The Family Christmas is a special time of the year for the community to gather, eat delicious food and celebrate the holiday season. The evening includes a catered full Christmas dinner and desserts with vegetarian option, an expansive raffle with a wide array of prizes, live holiday music, a cash bar, plus a visit from the Man in Red!
Tickets: Available in November. For more information, please contact the QCC at 604-525-7388
Family Christmas Dinner