FestivalSeeker Stories

Burrr. January can be so cold. It’s impossible to just chill (yes, pun intended) and listen to some sweet tunes when it’s so dang cold.

Do we really need to push repeat? We count down to midnight, kiss everyone, shout out “Happy New Year,” then we drink too much.

The weeks following the holidays can often feel a little glum with all of the festivities, merriment, and family time winding down.

A country escape awaits only minutes from Nanaimo.

Whether you are gearing up for a White Christmas in Calgary, a green one on Vancouver Island, or are lucky enough to experience a combination of both, the holiday season evokes a magical air of che

Fall is definitely upon us. The snow is falling as fast as the leaves and kids are madly going about making costumes to wear under their winter coats.

Red or white. Ale or lager. Savoury, spicy or sweet.

As the days get shorter and the nights get colder, it sure feels like the Christmas countdown has arrived, putting us in the mood for the annual Kris Kringle Craft Market in Nanaimo.

Ever wonder how Whistler Blackcomb got its name? It’s a cool story that reaches way back into the geological past of the Coastal Mountain range and has something to do with a punk hairstyle.

Leaving the City of Glass behind, I set sail to the Sunshine Coast this summer to spend time with two talented artisans who make a living working with glass.

Have you ever wondered what Shakespeare’s works would be like if they were presented like sports commentary? How about if they were packaged as a rap?  

One of my favourite day trips from Calgary is to visit Cochrane, so when I had the chance to check out the Calgary Police Rodeo this weekend, there was no way I would pass it up.

Corb Lund played in Lethbridge a few years ago, but he can’t quite remember the details. We’ll cut him some slack because he has been kind of busy touring.

 It’s likely a few pints of German beer were consumed in the planning of what has become one of the merriest and most popular events in town over the pa

Cariboo, Kamloops, Prince George and a few spots along the coast are battling with wildfires. Homes, ranches, businesses and major events are at the mercy of the wind and the weather.