Haida Gwaii

Events

Upcoming Events

Jul 25 2026
Since 1964

Loggers Sports Day

Sandspit/K'il Kun

Loggers Sports Day is an all-day event, starting with a parade and followed by competing events and ending with a dance at the Sandspit Community Hall. Loggers Sports Day is Sandspit’s Main event since… a very long time! (1964)

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Jul 31 2026

Rhythm & Cumbia Night

7:00pm

Experience the vibrant sounds of this dynamic 8-piece band, blending the rich traditions of cumbia, son cubano, and other Latin rhythms. Come dance the night away and let the music move you as infectious beats and lively melodies keep the energy flowing all evening!

Aug 2 2026

Tlell Fall Fair

Tlell - Tllaal / Fall Fair Grounds · 10:00 am

Join the community for a warm, family-friendly fair filled with local agriculture, crafts, foods, exhibits, and live entertainment in Tlell. Admission is $10 for 16 & older, $1 for 5 to 15, and under 5 is free entry.

Aug 7 2026
August 7, 8 & 9

Edge of the World Music Festival

Tlell River, Haida Gwaii

An annual music festival on the banks of the Tlell River — musicians from across Canada and beyond, plus vendors, food, and a family-friendly atmosphere on the territory of the Haida Nation.

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Sep 30 2026
Orange Shirt Day

National Truth and Reconciliation Day

Across Canada

A day of reflection and remembrance, honouring the resilience and cultural contributions of Indigenous peoples and acknowledging the legacy of residential schools.

Nov 11 2026
Lest We Forget

Remembrance Day

Across Canada

Canadians honour the sacrifices of those who served and continue to serve in times of war, conflict, and peacekeeping missions.

Recurring Events

2-week Locally Gathered Artist Market

3611 Oceanview Dr. · 11 – 6

Pop up shop with 20 local artists on the road between Skidegate and Daajing Giids just east of Absence of Time. July 20 -July 26; August 10- Aug 16. Closes at 3:00 Sat and Sun.

Monthly, Year-Round

Art Shows

Rotating exhibitions featuring local and visiting artists at the Visitor Centre gallery space.

Saturdays, May to September

Farmers Market

Local produce, baked goods, crafts, and prepared foods. Daajing Giids community hall, 10am to 1pm.

Fridays, Year-Round

Friday Nigt Music in Spirit Square

Daajing Giids Spirit Square · 7:00pm – 9:00pm

Every Friday night local bands and jams perform (except August 15)

Seasonal

Golf Tournaments

Willows Golf Course, Sandspit/K'il Kun

July 24: Logger Sports Day Friday 4 Ball · August 22 & 23: Willows Open · September 12 & 13: Hekate’s Cup

Comprehensive Community Calendar

For the most current event listings across all of Haida Gwaii, visit the Haida Gwaii Trader’s community calendar.

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