As a bustling, growing community, Abbotsford has no shortage of things to see, do and experience. The trick – until now – has been where to get all the intel in once convenient place.
Enter Go! Abbotsford, a brand new events calendar hosted by Tourism Abbotsford and developed in partnership with the City of Abbotsford.
"It's the go-to events calendar for what's going on in Abbotsford," explains Clare Seeley, Executive Director Tourism Abbotsford. "You'll find everything from music and festivals to sporting events and even our brewery and winery events."
Beyond locals, visitors will also find tips to help plan their visit, and Abbotsford's accommodation partners will find lots to share with guests, from longstanding Signature Events to new favourites. Events can also be filtered by type and location.
Have an idea for a fabulous new event for the region? You'll also find a wealth of resources for organizers, including the Arts and Events Organizer Guide and an easy-to-use submission form to add your event to the Go! calendar.
For a look at what's coming up, let's Go! Abbotsford:
- Aug. 2 to 4 – 115th Abbotsford Agrifair, featuring a demolition derby, all-star wrestling, Country Horse Classic, 4H shows, midway, nightly concerts and much more! Check it out at agrifair.ca
- Aug. 9 to 11 – Abbotsford International Airshow, including including a Friday Twilight Show in the afternoon and evening, and daytime shows on Saturday and Sunday, plus 14-acres of ground entertainment and attractions including food trucks, static aircraft displays and family activities. Learn more at abbotsfordairshow.com
- Aug. 16 – Symphony in the Park, 6:30 at 8:30 p.m. at Mill Lake Park. Enjoy classical and movie tunes performed by a full symphony, including Beethoven’s 5th Symphony, Blue Danube Waltz and Pirates of the Caribbean. Bring your lawn chair; food trucks will be on site. For details, visit calvindyck.com/concerts
- Aug. 17 – Field Day Fest 2024, featuring craft beer, including guest taps, live music and a vendor market, at Field House Brewing Company. Choose from an all-ages Sunny session or 19+ Sunset session. See fielddayfest.ca for tickets and details.
- Aug. 18 – Horsepower for Hospice Cruise-in – a family-friendly event, now in downtown Abbotsford, showcasing both classic and modern vehicles. All proceeds support local end-of-life care, and grief and loss support. Visit abbotsfordhospice.org/horsepower
- Aug. 24 – Taco Smackdown – the fusion event made for summer, featuring food, family fun, mariachi, margaritas and Lucha Libre Wrestling, all at Tradex. Check it out at showpass.com/tacos-tequila
- Aug. 30 – AbbyPD's Movie in the Park. The third annual event is a great chance to meet your Abby PD officers and other community partners, and enjoy a family-friendly film on the grass at Mill Lake Park. Learn more at abbypd.ca
- Sept. 13 to 22 – Taste of Abby fall food festival, featuring exciting events, tasting menus and limited-edition creations. Get a taste of what's to come at tasteofabby.ca
Discover all that awaits in your community at goabbotsford.ca!