The first weekend in March 2025 features art, music and more.
Here are the Record’s top picks for the Feb. 28 to March 2 weekend in New Westminster.
Friday, Feb. 28
Sip ‘N Strum Friday
Connect with like-minded folks over music and beverages at Sip ‘N Strum Friday, hosted by Mechanics of Music. It’s open to all levels of strummers and all types of instruments. Guitars and ukuleles are available for those without an instrument. Attendees will sing and play a variety of fun songs and are welcome to bring something to sip.
- When: Friday, Feb. 28, 7 p.m.
- Where: 208 Osborne Ave,
- Details: Sign up online.
Winter Showcase
Check out A Winter Showcase 2025, featuring an inspiring evening of dance, athleticism, and creativity by children and youth involved in the Motion and Music Performing Arts’ dance and musical theatre programs.
- When: Friday, Feb. 28, shows at 5 and 7 p.m.
- Where: Anvil Theatre, 777 Columbia St.
- Details: Tickets are available online.
Saturday, March 1
Our City, Our Homes
Get information and offer your thoughts on the City of New Westminster’s plans to address the diverse housing needs. The Our City, Our Homes open house is today, but residents can also provide input until March 8 in an online survey.
- When: Saturday, March 1, 1 to 4 p.m.
- Where: Sapperton Community Hall, 318 Keary St.
- Details: Free. Drop-in anytime.
Open Artist Studios
Get a behind-the-scenes look at artist studios when Braid St. Studios opens its doors and invites community members to wander through its 20 studios and meet its resident artists.
- When: Saturday, March 1, noon to 4 p.m.
- Where: 321 Sixth St, unit 301
- Details: Free.
New West Craft
Treat yourself to handcrafted items at New West Craft, a handmade market hosted by Arts New West. You’ll find items by designers, makers, crafters, artists, and small shop owners.
- When: Saturday, March 1, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Where: River Market, 810 Quayside Dr.
- Details: Free admission
Paper Bag Princess Day
Enjoy a live performance and an art workshop – all celebrating Robert Munsch’s classic book, The Paper Bag Princess – at today’s Be Your Own Hero Day event. All ages are welcome.
- When: Saturday, March 1, 11 a.m. to noon
- Where: Kinder Books in River Market, 810 Quayside Dr.
- Details: $7 per child. This event is for kids of all ages; space is limited, so preregistration is required.
To March 2
A Nice Indian Boy
Catch the final weekend of the Vagabond Players’ presentation of A Nice Indian Boy. This heartfelt and funny show is about Naveen Gavaskar – “a nice Indian boy who wants a traditional Hindu marriage to... another nice Indian boy.”
- Until March 2. It runs Thursdays to Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m.
- Where: Bernie Legge Theatre, Queen's Park
- Details: Tickets are $17 to $22 and are available online or by calling 604-521-0412.
