Cheers to 100 years: Ocean Park celebrates historic milestone<\/p>\n
Published 4:00 pm Tuesday, June 9, 2026<\/p>\n
When it came to celebrating a milestone, inclement weather didn\u2019t dampen spirits in Ocean Park.<\/p>\n
Held June 5-6, the Centennial Celebration aimed to honour the community\u2019s past, celebrate its present and look ahead to its future.<\/p>\n
While the risk of rain led to cancellation of a morning car show planned for Saturday, \u201ceverything else went on as planned and was well-attended,\u201d Regula Appenzeller, a director of the Ocean Park Community Association, told Peace Arch News.<\/p>\n
The weekend \u201cshowcased the very best of Ocean Park: community spirit, volunteerism, local pride, and meaningful connections between neighbours,\u201d a news release issued Monday (June 8) states.<\/p>\n
\u201cThroughout the celebration, residents and visitors enjoyed historical displays, a sold-out Heritage Trivia Night, classic carnival games, children\u2019s entertainment, community activities, the Passport to the Village, and a grand finale concert by the Ocean Park Wailers.<\/p>\n
\u201cTogether, these experiences reflected the vibrant, welcoming, and community-minded character that has defined Ocean Park for the past 100 years.\u201d<\/p>\n
Appenzeller described the weather as \u201ctricky,\u201d but said in the end, there was just 20 minutes of solid rain in the mix.<\/p>\n
The concert, she added, \u201cwas a fantastic way to end the weekend.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cPeople of all ages were dancing the night away!\u201d<\/p>\n
The event came together over the course of several months and \u201ccountless\u201d volunteer hours to honour \u201ctwo legacies at the heart of Ocean Park life\u201d \u2013 the Ocean Park Community Association and the historic Ocean Park Hall.<\/p>\n
The OPCA was founded in 1925, and the 1577 128 St. hall opened a year later.<\/p>\n
Congratulatory messages shared at the celebration included a commemorative letter from Prime Minister Mark Carney \u2013 \u201crecognizing the community\u2019s 100 years of history, volunteerism, and contribution to the region\u201d \u2013 presented by South Surrey-White Rock MP Ernie Klassen.<\/p>\n
In the news release, OPCA board members said enthusiasm for the Ocean Park community seen at the centennial event \u201cdemonstrated just how much people value this community and its shared history.\u201d<\/p>\n