Artists will be taking centre stage in New Westminster this weekend.
The New West Cultural Crawl, live entertainment and a public art tour are among the artsy offerings this weekend. For folks looking for something different, the fire department’s annual open house and a Halloween sale are making a return to New Westminster.
Here are the Record’s top picks for the Oct. 4 to 6 weekend in New West:
Friday, Oct. 4 to Sunday, Oct. 6
New West Cultural Crawl
Celebrate the talents of local artists at the 21st New West Cultural Crawl, which features Interactive workshops, live events, evening offerings, art exhibitions, and open studios. You’ll have a chance to visit more than 30 home studio, galleries and community spaces to explore the works of local artists.
- When: Friday, Oct. 4 to Sunday, Oct. 6
- Where: Venues across New Westminster
- Details: the full New West Cultural Crawl lineup is available online
The New West Cultural Crawl Returns for its 21st Year!https://t.co/q6c0rFpLpq
— Tourism New Westminster (@TourismNewWest) September 19, 2024
Saturday, Oct. 5
New Westminster Fire and Rescue Services open house
Check out equipment displays, fire and community safety information booths, live demonstrations (including drone and technical rope rescue demonstrations) and meet Sparky the Fire Dog at New Westminster Fire and Rescue Service’s annual open house. This family-friendly event – being held during Fire Prevention Week – includes a fundraising barbecue hosted by the New Westminster Firefighters’ Charitable Society.
- When: Saturday, Oct. 5, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- Where: Glenbrook Fire Hall, 1 East Sixth Ave.
- Details: Free.
New West Craft
Shop from local makers and artists at New West Craft, a curated market presented by Arts New West.
- When: Saturday, Oct. 5, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Where: River Market, 810 Quayside Dr.
- Details: Free
Saturday, Oct. 5 and Sunday, Oct. 6
All Hallows’ Eve craft market
Get into the Halloween spirit at the All Hallows’ Eve 2024 Halloween Market, which features more than 60 Halloween-loving vendors selling costumes, oddities, tarot cards, jewelry, accessories and much more. If you’re into spooky, gothic, mysterious, strange and unusual wares, this is for you.
- When: Saturday, Oct. 5 (11 a.m. to 5 p.m.) and Sunday, Oct. 6 (11 a.m. to 4 p.m.)
- Where: Sapperton Community Hall, 318 Keary St.
- Details: Admission is $3 or free for kids 12 and under. Partial Proceeds go to Royal Columbian Hospital
Sunday, Oct. 6
Indigenous Art in Cultural Spaces: A Roundtable discussion
Discuss the Downstream Where the Waters Mix exhibition that’s on now at the New Westminster Museum – and reflect on historic and working relationships between Indigenous artists and museums, galleries, and cultural centres. Light refreshments provided at this roundtable discussion that will be attended by artists, curators, and supporters of the exhibition, Downstream Where the Waters Mix.
- When: Sunday, Oct. 6, 2 to 3:30 p.m.
- Where: Anvil Centre, 777 Columbia St.
- Details: Free
Menopause The Musical
Enjoy an afternoon of music and laughs when Menopause The Musical, an off-Broadway hit, comes to New West. It’s described as a “hilarious celebration of Women and The Change.”
- When: Sunday, Oct. 6, 2 to 3:30 p.m.
- Where: Massey Theatre, 735 Eighth Ave.
- Details: Tickets available online
New Westminster Public Art Tour
Learn about key public art works in and around the Anvil Centre, in the downtown and along the riverfront at this walking tour, led by local resident Jas Lally. Everyone is welcome to attend but the tour is aimed at an adult audience. It will take place outdoors, rain or shine.
- When: Sunday, Oct. 6, 10 a.m. to noon
- Where: Meet at Anvil Centre, 777 Columbia St.
- Details: Free. Capacity is limited. Email [email protected] to register.
