Here is a quick overview of happenings around Campbell River. We track weather, tides, fire bans, wildlife spotting, road construction and more.
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🗓️Biggest Events 2024
The year is coming to a close, most of the outdoorsy events have passed… but don’t forget about some of the things to do around town this fall and winter!
Pumpkin Fest – 🎃Is back! This is a great event that runs from Sept 28th to Oct 28th.
Election Day 2024 – The B.C. provincial general election is scheduled for October 19, 2024 – here’s where to vote in Campbell River.
Downtown Trick or Treat – 👻 Enjoy Halloween fun with downtown trick-or-treating, games, and costume prizes for all ages. Come in your best costume!
Annual Gingerbread House Competition – Showcase your skills at our sixth annual Gingerbread House Competition.
Big Truck Parade & Celebration 🚚 – Come celebrate and enjoy the holiday spirit in downtown Campbell River!
📢 Announcements Fall 2024
Here’s what residents need to know about Campbell River this summer.
🔥Current Fire Prohibitions
Campfire ban has been lifted. Details here.
- Beach fires & Campfires currently are OK
- For latest updates see the Coastal Fire Centre website.
🚧 Construction & Road Closures
Another year with Brewster Lake Road closed to traffic, boo. 🙁 Here’s any other construction & closures locals should know:
- Sewer Cleaning & Maintenance until Nov 30th will cause minor traffic delays. Major routes that will be temporarily affected are Alder Street, from 4th Avenue to 7th Avenue.
- Brewster Lake Road across the John Hart dam will be closed until July 2029. (Access to the Elk Falls Suspension Bridge parking lot, off of Brewster Lake Road from Highway 28, remains open)
- Latest updates on road closures – from the city.
🐋 Wildlife Spotting
- Salmon run time! It’s getting colder, but the brave can still try to snorkel the Campbell.
- Orcas & Humpbacks are spotted almost daily between Campbell River and Quadra Island. Check out the Facebook group for timely updates.
- For reports on bear and cougar sightings around town: see the FB Cougar & Bear sighting group for more info.
🚿Water Restrictions
Water restrictions ended on Sept 30th. You can find more updates and details about watering restrictions on the City’s website here.
🏊 Pool Schedules
Our outdoor pools are now closed. But, the indoor pool at Strathcona is open. Schedule here.
🌥️ Weather and Tides
According to the farmer’s almanac October will be warmer than usual, with continued above-normal rainfall in the east and below-normal rainfall in the west.
Campbell River Weather Forecast
CAMPBELL RIVER WEATHER NOWTide Tables for Campbell River
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