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Rivers Day

Name: Rivers Day
Start: 2026-09-27
End: 2026-09-27
Location: Maple Ridge

Rivers Day in Maple Ridge is an annual community celebration held at Allco Park to honor local rivers and watersheds. Hosted by the Alouette River Management Society, the event features wildlife education, interactive exhibits, and family-oriented activities aimed at raising awareness about the South Alouette River ecosystem.

Date: Sep 27, 2026
Location: Maple Ridge
Status: Recently ended

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Event summary

Highlights

Wildlife encounters with northern spotted owls and reptiles
Live music performances by local artists
Hands-on watershed and river education exhibits
Carnival games and children's activities

The festival provides a variety of hands-on experiences, including wildlife education booths featuring endangered species like the northern spotted owl and various exotic reptiles. Attendees can learn about the connections between salmon, oceans, and forest ecosystems through educational sessions led by community partners such as the Northern Spotted Owl Breeding Program and Ocean Wise.

The event program includes live musical performances from local bands, carnival games, and face painting for children. Visitors can also participate in story time sessions featuring local authors or receive biodegradable balloon animals. Food is typically available on-site, including a hotdog lunch provided by donation and commemorative salmon-themed cookies for early arrivals.

Practical details

Location described by the source: Allco Park; mapleridgenews.com
Area for browsing nearby events: Maple Ridge

Before attending

Check the sources below for current opening times, admission prices and registration requirements. A date range does not mean the event runs continuously or that admission is free.