Laughter and nature. Both great cures for things that perturb us.
At a time when many could use a little laughter, the warmth of gathering and the serenity of nature, Caravan Farm Theatre in Spallumcheen announces a 2025 season with all of that and more on its playbill.
Giving neighbours from across this valley the opportunity to connect is one Caravan takes seriously.
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Shook reminds locals you don乌鸦传媒檛 have to wait for the big shows to jump on board a horse-drawn adventure.
Caravan乌鸦传媒檚 next horse-drawn holiday Sleigh Ride Socials take place Sunday, April 20, with an Easter egg hunt; on May 4 for a Mother乌鸦传媒檚 Day picnic; and on Oct. 12 for horse-drawn Halloween fun in the daylight.
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Students across the region will also have the chance to spend time outdoors hearing and creating stories at Caravan as part of its Creative Land-based Learning Field Trips, which includes Secwepemc storyteller Kenthen Thomas乌鸦传媒檚 Audio Land Walk All My Relations guiding listeners. Field trips are offered May through September.
For more information or to purchase tickets, visit or call the box office at 1-866-546-8533.