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Entertaining Things To Do in the Nicola Valley

Entertainment in Merritt BC Canada is a vibrant and exciting collection of art, performing arts, live music and culture. The entertainment atmosphere in Merritt is continually adding assorted genres of music, experimenting with various performing arts shows, comedy shows and a string of live entertainment choices. There is always something for everyone to enjoy.

Entertainment in Merritt BC

Several recreational, community, entertainment venues and events in Merritt attract and offer individuals and families live entertainment. All the entertainment and local entertainment venues showcase BC and Canada’s proud music heritage and live performing arts. Live entertainment is a unifying force. It bridges language, culture, geographic and economic barriers in the Nicola Valley.

Merritt Entertainment in the Nicola Valley

“Music Festivals” Merritt hosts two large very popular music festivals – Rockin River Music Festival (country music) and Base Coast (electronic music). The events combined attract tens of thousands of visitors to the community to embrace our culture of music. Merritt’s stunning scenery, attractive climate and geographic location enhances the unique experience for festival goers.

“Open Mic” Take a moment and visit some of our local outdoor venues, coffee shops and/or pubs on certain nights or weekends and you just may be finding yourself sitting down and staying awhile so to enjoy some local music, poetry, authors and storytelling.

“Outdoor Venues” Time your visit right and you may get a chance to enjoy some Merritt entertainment downtown on our open air stage at Spririt Square or venture out to the Rotary Park band shell or amphitheatre and enjoy a concert, dance and/or performance.

Entertainment in Merritt BC Canada

Entertaining Things To Do in the Nicola Valley

Entertainment in Merritt BC Canada is a vibrant and exciting collection of art, performing arts, live music and culture. The entertainment atmosphere in Merritt is continually adding assorted genres of music, experimenting with various performing arts shows, comedy shows and a string of live entertainment choices. There is always something for everyone to enjoy.

Entertainment in Merritt BC

Several recreational, community, entertainment venues and events in Merritt attract and offer individuals and families live entertainment. All the entertainment and local entertainment venues showcase BC and Canada’s proud music heritage and live performing arts. Live entertainment is a unifying force. It bridges language, culture, geographic and economic barriers in the Nicola Valley.

Merritt Entertainment in the Nicola Valley

“Music Festivals” Merritt hosts two large very popular music festivals – Rockin River Music Festival (country music) and Base Coast (electronic music). The events combined attract tens of thousands of visitors to the community to embrace our culture of music. Merritt’s stunning scenery, attractive climate and geographic location enhances the unique experience for festival goers.

“Open Mic” Take a moment  and visit some of our local outdoor venues, coffee shops and/or pubs on certain nights or weekends and you just may be finding yourself sitting down and staying awhile so to enjoy some local music, poetry, authors and storytelling.

“Outdoor Venues” Time your visit right and you may get a chance to enjoy some Merritt entertainment downtown on our open air stage at Spririt Square or venture out to the Rotary Park band shell or amphitheatre and enjoy a concert, dance and/or performance. 

Entertainment in Merritt BC Canada

Experience Merritt Entertainment

Hiking in Merritt BC Canada covers all types of terrain, difficulties and physical abilities.

Nicola Valley Hiking Adventures and Trails
Hiking in Merritt BC Canada provides an opportunity to explore our hundreds of lakes, rivers, meadows, rolling hills and mountains. Hiking the backcountry of Merritt BC Canada entertains visitors with wildlife sightings, birding opportunities, wilderness camping and so many more adventures.

Easy Hiking in Merritt BC Canada
Hiking trails located in Merritt and throughout the Nicola Valley vary in terrain, difficulty and environments. There are easy day hikes suitable for all fitness levels. Many of these Merritt hiking trails are easy going with little elevation gain and low difficulty levels. There are plenty of opportunities for day hikes along rivers, lakes and with sightseeing viewpoints.

Difficult Hiking in Merritt
For the avid hiker there are long-haul hiking trails which some deemed very difficult as they may or may not include navigating switchbacks, loose rocks, cliffs and vertical elevation gains. With proper planning one can backpack long into the backcountry and stay at one of our wilderness campsites on one of the backcountry lakes.

Plan Your Hiking Adventure in the Nicola Valley
Plan for the unexpected when exploring hiking adventures throughout the Nicola Valley. Always make the necessary preparations for any hiking adventure in the backcountry.

More Hiking Tips for a Safe Adventure

Merritt BC Hiking Tips

Some of the hiking tips to consider when hiking in Merritt BC Canada are (1) always pack adequate water and snack foods; (2) share your trip plan with someone in case of emergency; (3) wear good hiking boots (4) prepare for the weather and (5) beware of wildlife.

Hiking in Merritt BC Canada

Nicola Valley hiking trails and hiking adventures

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