May Long Weekend Burnaby

Tickets

Cost: Free

Admission is free. Carousel rides $2.65.
Enjoy a variety of events and activities happening all day long.

Happening all day:
Truths Not Often Told: Being South Asian in Burnaby – NEW exhibit
Stride Studios
Learn the history and legacy of Burnaby’s South Asian Canadian community in this interactive exhibit.

Scavenger Hunt
Throughout the site
Pick up your scavenger hunt at the gates and explore the scents of South Asia.

Specific Times:
Explore the Carousel Gallery and discover the history behind this 100+ year old treasure of the fairground.
Carousel rides - $2.65
11 am- last ride at 4:15 pm

Community Mural Project featuring the artwork of Jag Nagra
11 am–4 pm
Contribute to a Community Mural featuring the artwork of Jag Nagra in this collaborative hands-on activity
Real Estate

BAG on a Bike
11 am–4 pm
Printmaking with Burnaby Art Gallery
Behind the Tram Barn

Quilter’s Demo
11 am–4 pm
Watch Pacific Spirit Quilters’ Guild members showcase their talents
Bells Dry Goods

Indish Food Truck
11 am–4 pm
Bold Indian flavors with a modern flair!
Carousel Plaza

*Dhol Nation – Live Music, Drumming
11:40 am–12 pm
An unforgettable performance showcasing the Dhol, an instrument dating back to 15th century
Bandstand Plaza

Karima Essa – Dance
12:15 pm–1:15 pm
A high energy, interactive, Bollywood dance workshop
Vorce Tram Station Plaza Stage

Akhil Jobanputra Hindustani Classical Music Ensemble – Live Music
Sunny Matharu on Tabla and Mohan Bhide on Harmonium
1:45 pm–2:45 pm
An improvised culmination of song-text and spontaneous music.
Vorce Tram Station Plaza Stage
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