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Port Coquitlam hosts diversity party this weekend with live music, cultural dancing and food trucks

Mark your calendar for Saturday, Sept. 4 for Party in the Square in downtown Port Coquitlam to celebrate Canada’s diversity
Bandshell-and-Plaza
Leigh Square is a popular destination for events in downtown Port Coquitlam, as in this file photo of a 2017 Canada 150 celebration.

Looking for something to do with the family this long weekend?

Port Coquitlam has a fun afternoon planned for Saturday, Sept. 4.

Drop by Leigh Square from 2 to 6 p.m. for a celebration of Canada’s diverse cultures, featuring live performances, children’s activities, displays, food and beverages.  

Plans include: 

• Live cultural music and dance performances by Indigenous hoop dancer Alex Wells, Persian music and dance, AC/DC tribute band Bonnie Scott, pop/R&B duo KokoSoul, and Afro-Cuban dance grooves with the Fito Garcia Band

• Family arts activities in the sculpture yard led by J Peachy and Red Fox Healthy Living Society

• Site-wide beverage garden hosted by the Kinsmen Club

• Food court with on-site food trucks

• Displays including the City Info Tent 

All activities will comply with current orders from B.C.’s provincial health officer. To protect public safety, the following COVID-19 protocols will be in place:

• Directional signage and physical distancing in lineups

• Masks are not required for outdoor events but will be recommended, with free masks available for public use

• Hand sanitizer will be available

This event is funded in part by the government of Canada through its Celebrate Canada program. 

More details about the Party in the Square can be found here.