McBride Tourism

Avalanche Safety Events
2026-03-12 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Toronto) | British Columbia
Two FREE avalanche safety event in McBride!
Thursday, March 12 – 7pm-9pm at the McBride Hotel Bar
Friday, March 13 – 10am-12pm at Lucille Mountain Riding Area (trail fees in effect)

Made possible by Avalanche Canada, Halo Contracting Ltd., McBride Big Country Snowmobile Association, and McBride Tourism.

Buck Hockey Invitational Tournament
2026-03-13 08:00 - 2026-03-15 17:00 | British Columbia
Formerly known as the annual Veneer Kings Hockey, the renamed Buck Hockey Invitational Tournament sees current and past McBride residents converge on the village for a weekend of reminiscing with a bit of hockey thrown in.

McBride Curling Club Loggers Curling Bonspiel
2026-03-13 08:00 - 2026-03-15 17:00 | British Columbia
This mixed tournament winds-down the curling season with lots of laughs and some curling thrown in for good measure.
The very active McBride Curling Club has leagues for both juniors and adults as well as their annual Ladies’ Bonspiel in February and Men’s Bonspiel in March. On Facebook? Check us out here!

Meet Lucy Barnard
2026-04-07 16:00 - 18:00 | McBride and District Public Library, 521 Main Street, McBride
Lucy Barnard is an Australian adventurer, filmmaker, and field scientist currently undertaking one of the longest human-powered journeys ever attempted — walking the length of the Earth from the southern tip of Argentina to the northernmost town of Alaska. Covering more than 30,000 km across multiple continents, her expedition blends endurance, storytelling, and environmental research.
Lucy’s work has earned national recognition, including being named Adventurer of the Year by the Australian Geographic Society — Australia’s most prestigious honour in exploration and adventure. The award recognises individuals who have made extraordinary contributions to adventure, conservation, science, and storytelling, and as a merit-based honour recognising outstanding leadership and impact, the award is not necessarily presented every year, making it a particularly significant distinction.
Lucy is currently in the McBride area and you have the chance to meet and talk with her at this free event.

Mourning After - A Wishbone Theatre Production
2026-04-17 19:30 - 2026-04-18 19:30 | McBride Roundouse Theatre, 1300 2nd Avenue, McBride, BC, Canada
Mourning After is an epic, fierce, and darkly funny theatrical experience written by Sharon Stearns and featuring original live music by the Dream Heavy Band. Blending theatre, music, dance, and physical performance, it explores a dystopian world where humanity’s thirst for power collides with our longing for love and justice.
April 17 and 18 in McBride at the Roundhouse Theatre. Doors open at 7:00PM, show starts at 7:30PM.
Tickets are $25 and will be available at Welcome Home, $30 at the door.

Artist's Retreat
2026-05-16 - 2026-05-17 | British Columbia
Nourish your artistic soul
This retreat provides a diverse range of programs designed to inspire and support artists at every stage. From intensive skill-building to peaceful spaces for self-directed practice, find your perfect path to artistic growth amidst the tranquility of the Robson Valley in British Columbia.
The Artist Retreat is specifically designed for beginning to mid-career artists seeking growth, inspiration, and a supportive environment. Let the natural beauty of the Ancient Forest and Mount Robson Parks inspire you.
Retreat package details are available on the website.

Pioneer Days
2026-06-05 08:00 - 2026-06-07 17:00 | British Columbia
Organized by McBride Elks and Royal Purple, this 3 day festival celebrates McBride’s Pioneer History – parade, dance, logger sports, ball tournament and so much more!
Pioneer Days 2026 Schedule
Pioneer Days 2026 Ball Tournament Schedule
Rock Paper Scissors 2026
Pioneer Days 2026 Dance
Elks Parade 2026
Mission Impossible
Pioneer Days 2026 Firewood
Pancake Breakfast

BC Drag-iT Challenge - coming back to McBride in 2026!
2026-06-20 08:30 - 14:00 | British Columbia
The BC DragiT Challenge is a 5-day event where street legal racers drive to four race locations in communities across BC. The 2026 drag and drive event will include a stop at McBride’s Charlie Leake Airfield on Saturday, June 20th, where close to 100 racers will be timed on the airport runway!
Where: McBride’s Airport (Charlie Leake Field)
When: Saturday, June 20, 2026. Gates open at 8:30am, Racing starts at 9:00am
Fee: $10 per person (children under 13 FREE)
BBQ: Provided by McBride Elks and Royal Purple
During the BC DragiT event, all racers are required to drive the whole event with only their car and no support vehicle. The BC DragiT Challenge is the ultimate stamina test for race cars and drivers! Race organizers are thrilled to be heading back to McBride in 2026 and thank Village Council and staff, Chuck Rollinson, Elks and Royal Purple, the Men’s Shed, and many others for getting involved to help make this event possible.

Dunster Ice Cream Social
2026-06-27 18:30 - 23:00 | British Columbia
One of the Robson Valley’s premier social events held at the Dunster Community Hall at the end of June, featuring all you can eat potluck desserts and ice cream.
Adults $10 with potluck dessert, Children 5-12 $6, and children under 5 free
Dance to follow! Everyone welcome.

Canada Day
2026-07-01 | British Columbia

Late night shopping in September
2026-09-25 17:00 - 20:00 | British Columbia
Stay tuned for details:
In 2025:
Visit Welcome Home for “A Taste of India” -Dine-in or take-out.
Mountain View Boutique – hosting McBride Farmers Market favourites, Barb from Country Girl’s Kitchen and Joanne, chocolatier.

McBride's Annual Bung Bung Vintage Ride
2026-11-20 16:00 - 2026-11-21 17:00 | British Columbia
This celebration of snowmobiling features a vintage sled show and shine, an evening mixer and the Brett Turcotte Freestyle Show, all in McBride’s downtown core. Watch Turcotte in McBride in 2022 – Turcotte’s Freestyle Show.
