The Habitat, Queen's Park
Come celebrate the arrival of longer days and fresh beginnings on the first day of spring.
Sip on a comforting cup of tea (iced or hot) as DJ Kookum sets the mood with chill beats. Gather around warm fire pits to socialize with friends or to make a new one. This is a free, drop-in event aimed at adults and older teens.
Special paid add-on: Candle Making
If your creativity is blooming, you can sign up for a instructor-led candle making workshop, sponsored by local business, Artsy Candle. Cost is $10. Space is limited; register online.
Weather and Accesibility
Weather Watch
This Habitat is an outdoor, partially covered location. While light rain will not impact the event, significant rain could result in a cancelled. In the event of a weather cancellation, we will post a notice on social media, our website, and at the venue. If you paid for the add-on candle workshop, you will be refunded.
Location Accessibility
This event takes place at The Habitat in Queen’s Park, an outdoor venue in a natural park environment with uneven but compacted soil and partially paved paths. Mobility devices can access this space. There are some gentle slopes but no stairs. Washrooms, including accessible ones, are nearby. Weather conditions may make ground surfaces muddy. Warm clothing and sturdy shoes are recommended. Queen’s Park is walkable from most neighbourhoods in New Westminster but there is plenty of parking available and there are places to lock a bike.
About DJ Kookum
DJ Kookum is an Indigenous-renowned DJ and producer from the Alexis Nakota Sioux Nation and based in Vancouver, BC. Known for her versatile skills and ability to transcend genres, Kookum is always cooking, keeping the atmosphere alive, fresh, and electrifying. Blending EDM, hip hop, bass music, and global sounds, Kookum creates high-energy performances that resonate with music lovers of all backgrounds. With an extensive music library, Kookum ensures each performance is tailored to the crowd, igniting a shared sense of connection through the power of music.
This international star has taken her performances across the globe, captivating audiences in Germany, Australia, Mexico, and America. Closer to home, Kookum has graced some of Canada's most prestigious events and festivals including Basscoast, Bastid’s BBQ, Vancouver Indigenous Fashion Week, Nuit Blanche Toronto, Ted Talks after party, and the Vancouver Michelin awards, among many others. Aside from her reputable solo career, Kookum has been DJing for the hip hop duo Snotty Nose Rez Kids for nearly a decade, performing and touring across North America.
Beyond her musical prowess, DJ Kookum is a facilitator, mentor, and motivator. By fearlessly breaking boundaries and celebrating her identity, she sets an inspiring example for aspiring DJs and producers around the world. Through her groundbreaking work and dedication, she leaves a significant mark on the music industry, proving that women play a vital role in electronic music.