The second in the 2025 Summer Concerts Series moves uptown to Miramar Plaza in White Rock this evening.
The giant free show will take place in the outdoor plaza in front of Thrifty Foods.
Bring your lawn chair and dance away the night.
Show-time 7 p.m.
Mostly Marley started as a house gig, with the idea of bringing Classic Reggae to an otherwise starving audience. The name stems from having been asked; "What kind of music do you play?" The answer would always be; "Classic Reggae by various artists, but mostly Marley."
We’re proud to partner with CBC Gem (for viewers in Canada) and Home Team Network (for international viewers) as the official live stream providers of the 30th Annual Canada Cup International Softball Championship!
Streaming kicks off July 7 at 1PM PST with the opening game:
SoCal Sting vs. Team BC
Enjoy a full week of elite international softball action, leading up to the Championship Game on Sunday, July 13!
First pitch is at 8:00 AM as our Futures & Showcase Select divisions hit the field across Softball City, Cloverdale Athletic Park, and North Delta Park.
Expect action-packed days filled with top-tier competition, rising stars, and unforgettable moments.
Join us for the 74th annual White Rock Sea Festival & Semiahmoo Days, Aug. 2–3, 2025
The City of White Rock and Semiahmoo First Nation welcome the community back for the 74th annual White Rock Sea Festival and Semiahmoo Days, an unforgettable weekend of sun, surf, and celebration taking place August 2-3, 2025, at the waterfront.
Experience an exciting lineup of activities, performances, and entertainment across three activation zones located at:
Semiahmoo Park: Enjoy a weekend of live music, family-friendly games, Indigenous artisans, and food trucks at the iconic band shell overlooking Semiahmoo Bay. Musical highlights include Legacy’s tribute to Billy Joel and Elton John (Saturday) and country trio The Heels (Sunday).
Environmental Zone (East Beach): Explore hands-on sustainability exhibits with Parks Canada and dive into marine education at the White Rock (P’Quals) with the Vancouver Aquarium.
Memorial Park: Catch non-stop live music on the Main Stage, with surf-rockers California Surf Club on Saturday, and the soulful sounds of Sade on Sunday. Don’t miss the crowd-favourite Waiters Race Saturday evening
The nighttime Torchlight Parade, presented by Waste Connections of Canada, floats down Marine Drive Saturday evening starting at 8:30 p.m. by Oxford Street and ends at Semiahmoo Park.
Fireworks will conclude the Festival with a spectacular display on Sunday starting at 10:15 p.m. View the show from anywhere along the waterfront.
Admission is free, and all are encouraged to walk, cycle, or take transit to the waterfront.
The City of White Rock continues public engagement on the Community Hub and invites the community to take part in Survey #2: Space Use, Amenities, and Location.
Join us at the next Open House on June 30 at the White Rock Community Centre, 15154 Russell Avenue from 5 to 8 p.m. and have your say in this second round of public consultation.
What We’ve Heard
Over the past month, we’ve heard from hundreds of White Rock residents – and your voices are shaping the future of the Community Hub.
400+ people completed Survey #1
120+ people attended our Open House on May 22
50+ emails have been sent to the Community Hub address
50+ people visited the pop-up booth at the Farmers’ Market on June 8
City staff have had hundreds of direct conversations with residents – including community members, local homeowners’ groups, organizations, and businesses.
Complete the 2026 Budget Survey
Take the City of White Rock’s 2026 budget survey to let Council know which services are most important to you and what your priorities are.
Your feedback will be shared with Council in a Corporate Report and will include a summary of all contributions collected and recommendations for future action in the 2026 budgeting process.
Outstanding Citizens Award
Outstanding Canadians on the Peninsula Award recipient Cindy Walker, MP Ernie Klassen, White Rock Mayor Megan Knight, and award recipients Manjit Litt and Cindy Walker on July 1 in White Rock.
Community-Based Cooling Locations and Misting Tents operating in Surrey-White Rock.
Individuals experiencing homelessness face increased risks around heat related illnesses. Please encourage community members in need to access cooling locations and heat response supplies.
As a reminder, civic facilities are available to anyone seeking relief from extreme heat or wildfire smoke during the summer months.
City of Surrey: Visit Staying Cool During Extreme Heat for more information about heat response resources in Surrey (see attached poster).
Anyone who has followed my TNT column in the White Rock Sun for the past 16 years knows that public safety and in particular road safety are rather high on my list of topics that I like to cover. This is because I know that bad engineering kills people and if I can help facilitate change, it will make roads safer and save lives. The fact that I tend to drive a lot on the roadways I write about shows that there is a degree of self-preservation involved, with the life that I might save possibly being my own. Add to this the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) warning that most accidents happen within 5 miles of your home and fatal accidents often occur within 25 miles and you can understand my concern. With that being said, I once again bring you up to speed with the Crescent Road raceway.
These tips will help give you a memory boost and keep your mind sharp.
Regular exercise, eating well, and getting enough sleep are good for your overall health
Thought For The Day
Community Events
Canada Cup 2025: A Celebration of Hockey, Community, and Competition
The West Coast Kings Field Hockey Society is proud to share the growing excitement for the 2025 Canada Cup International Field Hockey Tournament, set to take place from July 11th to July 13th, 2025 at the renowned Tamanawis Field Hockey Stadium (12601 64 Ave, Surrey)
Recognized as North America’s top field hockey showcases, the Canada Cup continues to attract elite teams and rising stars from across Canada and around the world. This year’s tournament promises an unforgettable weekend filled with top-tier competition, vibrant community spirit, and cultural celebration. “With each passing year, the Canada Cup grows in prestige and energy,” said executive committee, “The 2025 edition will be a mega-show of hockey talent, community pride, and international unity.” Over $35,000 in Prizes and Player Awards.
South Surrey & White Rock!
You’re invited to the 2nd Annual Pacific International Open — Canada’s largest adult flag football tournament!
South Surrey Athletic Park July 26 & 27 Free Admission
Watch elite athletes from Canada, USA, and Mexico compete for $3000+ in prizes.
The BC Lions will be on site Saturday! Don’t miss this action-packed weekend in your own backyard!
Canada, 
USA, and 
Mexico compete for $3000+ in prizes.
