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WEEKLY NEWS FOR MAY 28

Good afternoon folks,

Summer is just around the corner and Sun Peaks is stacked with events each weekend to fill up this sunny season. I chatted with Theresa St. Louis about Tourism Sun Peaks’ event lineup and all I can say is wow! I am on the edge of my seat waiting for the summer to begin. 

Read the preview below to plan out your season and make the most of your Sun Peaks mountainous summer.

St. Louis and I then talked more in depth about Rockin’ in the Peaks annual event. Canadian Rock music is coming back to hit the Sun Peaks Centre Stage this year. Join for a weekend filled with outdoor live music with food and drinks on July 3 and 4 with a lineup you don’t want to miss.

For more information, scroll to the story below.

Finally, I chatted with Adam Breedon, the program director of the Sun Peaks Freestyle Club about the three athletes who represented the club in the Junior National competition. Quinn Basco, Soneva Lott and Logan Bown all had successful weekends travelling all the way to Quebec and Panorama to compete in the U16 division.

Read the story below.

Enjoy the sun this weekend Sun Peaks!

SUMMER PREVIEW: WALKING THROUGH THE SUN PEAKS SUMMER LINEUP 

Tourism Sun Peaks is preparing for a busy summer filled with activities from outdoor concerts to mountain biking races and wellness weekends

ROCKIN’ IN THE PEAKS BRINGS CANADIAN ROCK BACK TO SUN PEAKS THIS JULY

Kim Mitchell, The Trews, Odds and Barney Bentall will take the stage July 3 and 4 at Sun Peaks Centre Stage for the second annual mountain music festival

ATHLETES FROM SUN PEAKS FREESTYLE CLUB SHINE IN JUNIOR NATIONALS

Quinn Basco, Soneva Lott and Logan Bown represented the Sun Peaks Freestyle Club in Panorama and Quebec earning podium finishes in national level competitions.

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT 👀

WINTER RECAP: BREAKING DOWN SUN PEAKS’ SKI SEASON

Despite challenging weather conditions, Sun Peaks Resort reports second highest visitation numbers for the winter 2025-2026 season.

YOU SHOULD KNOW 

Local and regional tidbits you should be aware of.

⛺ Sun Peaks Scouts program is planning to be up and running starting with the Beaver program for children four to seven years old. The program is looking for parents willing to volunteer to allow more youth to be able to participate. Email Glen Johnston at 1stkamloops@scouts.ca if you’re interested. 

🏊 Starting in late June, Sun Peaks Alpine Fitness will be offering Aquafit classes on Mondays at 11:4 5 a.m. for 45 minute sessions. If you have any questions email hello@sunpeaksfitness.com.

📜 The TNRD is looking for folks to join the Advisory Planning Commission as appointees for areas including Heffley Lake and Whitecroft. This position requires attendance to about four to five meetings a year (in person or via zoom) as well as giving recommendations for land use application processes and project reviews. This role will go until April 1, 2028. For more information or to apply visit https://www.tnrd.ca/notice-expression-of-interest-for-advisory-planning-commission-members/.  

🧁 Sun Peaks School Parent Advisory Council is looking for baked goods to be sold at the Spring Bake Sale at the Sun Peaks Farmers’ Market, which takes place on June 7. You can drop off your baked goods at 1402 Burfield Dr. on June 6.

EVENTS 🎫

🌱 June 7 marks the Sun Peaks Community Garden Annual Plant Sale located under the Clock Tower from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more information visit the Sun Peaks Resort website.

🎭 Sun Peaks Centre Stage Production is offering a free 3-day training session from May 29 to 31. With three days of classroom bootcamps, hands-on set ups and a certificate of completion, this session prepares folks to work in shows for the Sun Peaks Centre Stage Crew this summer. To register click here.

🥎 Join tee-ball at Heffley Creek Elementary on Sunday May 31 for ages six and under. Starting at 9:30 a.m. bring your own snacks, water, sunscreen and dads to come play along!

WEEKLY

Sundays

Sun Peaks Church will be holding a service every Sunday evening at 5 p.m. Everyone is welcome to join at the Annex.

The Thompson-Nicola Regional Library’s mobile library visits Sun Peaks School every Sunday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Whitecroft Village from 2:15 p.m. to 3:15 p.m. 

Mondays

Quizzy Rascal Quiz Nights are back! Running every Monday at Morrisey's Public House. Table reservations are strongly encouraged to guarantee a spot. Phone or email: scraig@sunpeaksgrand.com to reserve your table for a specific night or for the whole season. Teams of up to six, two dollar cash entry per person, prizes to be won!

Tuesdays

Join Heffley Creek Hall for Golden Fitness classes, all ages and fitness levels welcome. Dancersize is at 11 a.m., followed by gentle weights at 12:30 p.m., Tai Chi walking at 1:30 p.m., chair pilates at 2 p.m. and chair yoga at 2:30 p.m.

Fridays

AA community addictions meetings run every Friday at Sun Peaks Secondary beside the Health Clinic, starting at 7:30 p.m. 

DOWN THE HILL

🐾 Head down to TRU on May 30 for the BC SPCA Fur Ball 2026. With Cocktails & Cuddles starting at 5 p.m. followed by a welcome dinner at 6:30 p.m. join the SPCA in making a difference for animals and people in Kamloops who need the SPCA’s services. Tickets are by donation, to purchase click visit furball.spca.bc.ca/kamloops/. 

🏸 From May 29 to 31, come watch the Kamloops Open pickleball tournament for free at Riverside Park to see some incredible athletes from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m all weekend.

👣 On May 31, join The Alzheimer Society of BS & Yukon for the IG Wealth Management Walk for Alzheimer’s. Check in is at 9a.m. at the Tournament Capital Centre free of charge. Visit here for more information.

🎨 Paint your Pet night is being held on May 31 at the Yew Street Food Hall from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. for a $60 fee. Tickets include a canvas, paint supplies and a $15 gift card to a food vender on Yew Street of your choice. For more information visit click here.

KEEP IN TOUCH 📲

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