Join Us in Celebrating 100 Years of Creston: Centennial Celebration 2024!
While the Centennial Committee is diligently working on orchestrating and finalizing the details of a series of events, we're thrilled to offer you a sneak peek into the festivities planned for this historic occasion. Here's a loose schedule of events to help you mark your calendars (more details coming soon):
100 Years of Ice Sports Exhibit - March 17, 2024
This exhibit will be unveiled during the Minor Hockey Provincial Championships.
Creston Valley Bird Festival - May 10-12, 2024
The Creston Valley Bird Festival will mark this historical event by hosting a "Historical Walking Tour with Urban Birding" as well as a "Creston Valley Bird History 101" presentation.
Drone Show - May 14, 2024
Customized light and music show. All designs specific to Creston and set to music. Will be held at the Creston & District Community Complex at approximately 9:30pm (at dark).
100 Years of Music - May 17, 2024
This year's Blossom Festival Opening Ceremonies will enchant audiences with a celebration of 100 years of music.
Midway Carnival - May 17-20, 2024
The Creston Valley Blossom Festival is set to mark Creston's Centennial Event in grand style, as they joyously welcome back the Midway to town, evoking nostalgic childhood memories for many! They will be located beside Millennium Park.
Blossom Festival Parade - May 18, 2024
This year's annual Blossom Festival Parade will be infused with a captivating Centennial theme, promising a memorable celebration of Creston's rich history and vibrant community spirit. Visit their website for details..
BCDC - May 18, 2024
Get ready to rock out because the Blossom Festival is cranking up the fun by bringing in BCDC, an electrifying ACDC cover band, to pay homage to Creston's Centennial with flair! More details to come.
Kids Day at the Museum - June 22, 2024 | 10:00am - 4:00pm
Bring the kids out to the Creston Valley Museum for games, activities, and lessons in the schoolhouse, typical of what children would do in 1924.
Community Art Project - Ongoing
Guided by Cresteramics with support from the Town of Creston, locals will paint vibrant bird silhouettes to adorn a mural by year's end. This ongoing project promises colorful community engagement. Stay tuned for updates.
Historical Lecture Series - Multiple Dates
Hosted by Tammy Bradford of the Creston Valley Museum, a captivating historical lecture series on Creston awaits you. Find out more on their website.
Enjoy a piece of Cake on us! - July 1, 2024
Join us at the Community Complex on Canada Day to celebrate Creston's Centennial with a commemorative cake! Time to be announced.
History About Town Week - July 15 - 20, 2024
Downtown walking tours provided by the Creston Valley Museum will focus on Creston in 1924. They’ll also be offering tours of both Pioneer and Forest Lawn cemeteries. Full schedule coming mid-June. Check their website for details.
Lion's Club Celebrates it's 85th birthday - September 21, 2024
Celebrate the 85th birthday of the Lion's Club and Creston's Centennial! Enjoy free hotdogs at Centennial Park. More details to come.
We acknowledge the financial support of the Government of Canada.
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