Plan Your Trip · Merritt, BC
Welcome Home
Bass Coast makes its home in Merritt, BC — a small, friendly city nestled in the beautiful Nicola Valley. Here's everything you need to eat, sleep, shop, and explore while you're in town.
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"Welcome back and welcome home to Bass Coast. The City of Merritt and the beautiful Nicola Valley have missed you. Welcome all who have come from all over Canada and the world to one of the premier events in this country. Please feel free to make your way to our small and friendly city where you will be greeted warmly by our citizens and many shopkeepers who are ready, willing, and able to serve you and make your experience here one you will not forget.
It is always an honour to host this great event and I cannot say enough about the event organizers and the commitment they make to our city, both financially as well as culturally. Let your hair down, embrace the ambiance of the Bass Coast experience and most of all have fun. Welcome home."
— Mike Goetz, Mayor, City of Merritt
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Welcome to Merritt
Below you will find some helpful links as to where you can rest your head in Merritt, grab a bite to eat and discover the hidden gems of our shopping district.
Known as a regional event destination, Merritt is proud to welcome diverse arts, cultural, and social events. With a long history of major outdoor music festivals, the city celebrates arts and culture with a walk of stars and dozens of murals, showcasing musical performers throughout downtown Merritt. The convenience of Merritt being so close to the festival grounds offers visitors everything they need to have a great time in the Nicola Valley.
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Hunger Calls
Looking for a place to eat? Merritt has over 30 restaurants ready to feed the hunger. From local pubs to quick bites, there's something for everyone.
Where To Eat →
Rest Your Head
Offsite accommodation options range from two brand new hotels to camping in the area. Moon Shadows campground sits between town and the festival grounds, with Monck and Kentucky-Alleyne Provincial Parks within 30 minutes.
Where To Stay →
Forget Something?
Forgot the camping snacks? Pick them up at Save On Foods, Extra Foods, or Walmart. You'll also find a Local Butcher, specialty shops, and souvenirs throughout downtown Merritt.
Explore Retail →
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Explore the City
Our top 3 suggestions for time outside the festival:
Explore Downtown Merritt — Visit the Baillie House Visitor Information Centre (2202 Voght Street), discover the Nicola Valley Museum & Archives, and explore the Nicola Valley Art Gallery. Walk the Stars handprints and dozens of murals celebrate musical performers throughout the city.
Take in the Viewpoint — A short trek up above Norgaard's at the far west end of town rewards you with sweeping views over the valley.
Get Outdoors — Dozens of lakes for swimming, boating & fishing, golf courses, horseback riding, ATV and mountain biking trails. The historic Quilchena Hotel (20 min east) and Monck Provincial Park on Nicola Lake are nearby highlights.
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Giving Back to Merritt
Bass Coast is proud to support the local community. Our $22,000 donation to the Nicola Valley Food Bank is just one way we give back to the city that has welcomed us home year after year.
When you shop local in Merritt — at restaurants, boutiques, and markets — you're contributing directly to the community that makes this festival possible.
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Helpful Handouts
Merritt Travel Experiences Guide 2024
Discover everything Merritt and the Nicola Valley has to offer visitors.
City of Merritt Recreation Guide
Activities and events at the Civic Centre, Aquatic Centre, and Memorial Arena.
City of Merritt Map
Get oriented with a full map of the city and key visitor locations.
Merritt Community Calendar
What's happening in Merritt during Bass Coast weekend? The best way to meet the locals.
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Visit Merritt.ca
Everything you need to plan your time in the Nicola Valley — from trails to restaurants to local events.
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