The City of Campbell River and local organizations organize and host numerous arts and cultural events, programs and activities for visitors to enjoy. These include annual special events, shows, performances, classes, art gallery, museum and heritage sites.

Click here to access the community events calendar.

City of Campbell River

Parks, Recreation and Culture Department

The City of Campbell River Parks and Recreation Department offers a wide variety of arts and cultural programs throughout the year.  The department also assists or hosts a variety of annual special events including the North Island Sewing and Needle Arts Show, Canada Day Celebration, Salmon Festival Logger's Sports, HW Bazaar, National Child Day Celebration, and the Toy & Craft Sale.

 

Community Centre

401-11th Ave

Campbell River, BC  V9W 4G2

Telephone:  (250) 286-1161

Fax:  (250) 830-0164

 

CR Community Arts Council

The mission of the Society is to foster awareness and interest in all the arts within our community and to empower, support and validate the creative efforts of local artists.

 

2131 South Island Highway,

Campbell River, BC  V9W 1C2

Telephone/Fax: 923-0213

E-mail:  arts.council@crarts.ca

Web:  www.crarts.ca

 

CR and District Public Art Gallery

Visit the gallery for a choice of contemporary art exhibitions, classes, workshops, artist talks and school programs. 

 

1235 Shoppers Row

Campbell River, BC  V9W 2C7

Telephone:  287-2261

Fax:  287-2268

E-mail:  art.gallery@crcn.net

Web:  www.crartgal.ca

Winter Hours:    Tuesday-Saturday - 12pm-5pm

Summer Hours:  Monday-Saturday - 10am-5pm

 

CR Salmon Festival Society

The Campbell River Salmon Festival Society is a registered charity assisting and hosting a wide range of public & family orientated activities held annually for the citizens of Campbell River.  Their major event is the hosting of the Loggers Sports held each year on the second weekend of August.  In 2007 the event will be held August 10, 11, and 12 weekend at Nunn's Creek Park.  The society also is involved with activities held on Canada Day including the recognition of senior achievements,  Huck Finn Fishing Derby for children and the Parade. 

 

Box 191

Campbell River, BC  V9W 5A7

Telephone: 287-2044

Fax: 287-2005

E-mail:  salmonfest@connected.bc.ca

Web:  www.crsalmonfestival.com

Contact person:  Jim Lilburn

 

Haig-Brown Heritage House

Located on the banks of the Campbell River, Haig Brown house preserves the heritage of Roderick and Ann Haig-Brown. 

 

2250 Campbell River Road

Campbell River, BC  V9W 4N7

Telephone:  286-6646

Web:  www.haig-brown.bc.ca

 

Museum at Campbell River

The Museum at Campbell River showcases the living history of the region with exhibits and programs presenting the rich cultures of First Nations groups and our unique coastal lifestyles.  The Museum includes a small theatre, an archives research centre, native plant garden and excellent gift shop.  Highlights include Logging, the Salmon Fishing Industry, the Ripple Rock Story and First Nations exhibits.

 

Mailing Address:  Box 70  Campbell River, BC  V9W 4Z9

Location:  470 Island Highway

Telephone:  287-3103

Fax:  286-0109

E-Mail:  general.enquiries@crmuseum.ca

Web:  www.crmuseum.ca