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John Lee | December 5, 2024

Santa in the Village

Holly jolly locals and visitors will be flocking to Steveston Village on December 8 for one of the biggest and best festive celebrations in the region. Santa in Steveston is a sparkling Christmas-time community party––complete with a stocking-full of free and budget-friendly activities for all ages. Mark your calendar, dig out your favourite holiday sweater

John Lee | November 28, 2024

Steveston’s Winter in the Village: The Insider’s Guide

It’s that most wonderful time of the year––and Steveston Village is once again transforming into a twinkling holiday wonderland. More sparkling than ever this time around, the 2024 Winter in the Village season runs from November 21 to December 31––and it’s promising a full festive menu of free or low-cost activities for all the family. A one-stop-shop for budget-friendly

John Lee | August 19, 2024

Richmond Maritime Festival: the Insider’s Guide

Locals and visitors will be flocking to Steveston this month for the return of the region’s favourite nautical-themed celebration. Anchored in and around the shoreline heritage buildings of Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site, the Richmond Maritime Festival promises a treasure trove of fun for all the family. Running from 11:00am to 6:00pm on August 24 and August 25, the

John Lee | April 4, 2024

Your Guide to Whale Watching in Richmond BC

It’s a breezy, sun-dappled day off the coast of British Columbia and the salty ocean spray is speckling your face. From your seat on the boat, you’ve already spotted several bald eagles whirling overhead plus a gaggle of sleepy-eyed seals lolling on a rocky islet. But when the vessel’s friendly skipper suddenly directs everyone’s attention

John Lee | February 5, 2024

Valentine’s Day Ideas for Richmond Romantics

With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, now is the perfect time to plan some extra special treats for your sweetheart. From delightful dining to great gifts and from unique experiences to delicious goodies, Richmond is filled with creative ways to show your loved one how much you care. Read on for our Cupid-approved rundown

John Lee | December 18, 2023

Celebrate the Season in Richmond

John Lee | December 8, 2023

Hop Aboard Steveston’s Winter Tram

There are dozens of local events and activities competing for your family’s festive attention right now. And it’s easy to blow your budget as you zip around trying to do everything. But it doesn’t have to be this way––especially if you hop aboard the utterly charming Steveston Tram. The free-entry Moncton Street attraction––home to the

John Lee | November 23, 2023

Made in Richmond: Locally-Made Gift Ideas for Christmas

It’s that time of year when you try to track down the perfect gifts for everyone on your “good list.” But no matter who you’re buying for in 2023, why not add some locally made goodies to your holiday shopping quest? We recently visited some of our favourite stores and businesses across the city and

John Lee | October 6, 2023

Hit the Scarecrow Trail in Steveston!

On a recent sunny afternoon, we headed over and tracked down some of this year’s coolest scarecrow creations. Here are some of our favourites––but why not visit the village yourself and see how many others you can find and photograph? Steveston is a little more crowded than usual this month. But the colourful locals hanging

John Lee | August 11, 2023

Richmond Dragon Boat Festival: The Insider’s Guide

Looking for a great reason to visit shoreline Steveston Village this summer? Consider the sparkling Richmond Dragon Boat Festival, a daylong fiesta of family-friendly fun that’s back for its annual paddle-tastic run on August 19. One of B.C.’s biggest dragon boat regattas, this year’s event features dozens of energetic teams giving it their all on

Gikumi Boat

John Lee | August 9, 2022

Explore the Fraser River on a Unique Boat Cruise

Views of the mighty Fraser River are easy to find in shoreline Richmond. But there aren’t many opportunities to board an immaculate vintage boat for a slow travel meander along this hugely historic and superbly scenic waterway. That’s where this summer’s Voyage of the Gikumi comes in. On select days this August, the beautifully restored

Gillie Easdon | April 19, 2022

Dave’s and Pajo’s — The Best of Steveston’s Fish and Chips Scene

It’s not just about the fish. Or the chips. It’s about the tartar, the portion, the coleslaw, the location, the condiments, and the service. From Great Britain to New Zealand, South Africa to Canada and beyond, fish and chips is an institution. How do you like your fish and chips? Thin or thick batter? What

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