Events

Throughout the Summer months, we will be displaying new print works by our Members in our gallery. The salon-style showpieces are regularly replaced as they sell. Stop by often to see the ever-changing selection of etchings, drypoints, monotypes, collagraphs, serigraphs, relief prints, and more! Read more...

FibreWorks invites you to experience the passions of our local artists this holiday season in the gallery space, by coming to our inaugural Members Show & Winter Market. Members have submitted original artwork (in all mediums) made in the past three years for this show. Complimenting the artwork on the walls of the space will be juried, original, handmade fibre-based Read more...

Come to Gather – Dale MacEwan, Lois McArthur, Patti Pitts, Nancy Riemersma, Lilly Thorne & Patt Wilson COME TO GATHER is a group of artists working separately and independently . . . yet gathering annually for over the past 20 years to celebrate and engage collectively . . . realizing the importance and significance of being together in the face Read more...

When: Apr 28, 6:00 p.m. – May 13, 5:00 p.m. Where: Nanaimo, 140 Wallace St, Nanaimo, BC V9R 5B1, Canada Read more...

Ongoing Free Explore Japanese Canadian history and continuing heritage on the walls of the upper level at the Nikkei Centre. Learn about the first immigrants from Japan to Canada; vibrant prewar communities in British Columbia; forced dispersal across Canada; and the continuing stories of civil rights and Japanese heritage in Canada.   Read more...

Come and join us for our second annual group exhibition, taking place the week of April 19-25, 2024 at the ArtSea Gallery in Tulista Park, 9565 Fifth Street, Sidney, B.C. West Coast Wild features the work of seven artists, Carole Finn, Dyan Myhr, Anna Spratt, Thomas Kero, Corinne Flaws, Bettina Williams, and Jocelyn West, who take their inspiration from their Read more...

Stewarding Mae-Nam Khong: Celebrations for Life and Liberation Visit the Beaty Biodiversity Museum for this community-based art exhibition, which honours the perseverance of life amid ecological destruction and Read more   The Magic of Millets May 22, 2024 – January 12, 2025 Millets are a diverse group of small-seeded grains. The UN declared 2023 the Read more Read more...

NEW Touring App Have you ever wanted to hire a tour guide, who takes you around Kootenay Lake in the privacy of your vehicle, and tells you about the land, lake, amenities and more? Well, that dream has come true with the Kootenay Lake Road Trip App and it’s Driving Tours. The App also has a Mural Tour that highlights Read more...

Curated by Arts New West’s Indigenous Curator James Groening, Expressions of Reclamation features artistic presentations from Indigenous artists – including artist talks, performance art, seminars, live drawing/painting, collaborative activities, workshops, performances and more. The community of New Westminster the opportunity to learn from Indigenous artists and witness how artists use their creativity and artistic expression to reclaim their identity and Read more...

Guided Tours that delve into the intriguing Caetani family history will be available as of June 13th and will continue throughout the summer on Thursdays at 6 pm and Saturdays at 11 am and 2 pm! Tickets for Guided Tours are on sale at the Ticket Seller now! Read more...

The Museum of Anthropology (MOA) at UBC presents the world premiere of To Be Seen, To Be Heard: First Nations in Public Spaces, 1900–1965, on display June 13, 2024 – March 30, 2025 The Museum of Anthropology (MOA) at UBC reopens its doors to the public on June 13, 2024 at 5pm, following an 18-month closure that saw the successful completion Read more...

The Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre in Whistler (SLCC) announces a series of immersive cultural experiences throughout June in celebration of National Indigenous History Month, and a vibrant event on Friday, June 21 for National Indigenous Peoples Day. National Indigenous History Month provides a platform to share the authentic experiences of the Squamish Nation and the Lil’wat Nation, inviting visitors, residents, businesses, and Read more...

Explore innovative modern designs from mid-century homeware to a psychedelic vintage dress, crafted by Canadians whose works reflect and define the global trend in Canadian Modern. Highlighting the experimentation, innovation and ingenuity behind 100 culturally significant objects created in Canada, Canadian Modern is a testament to the ground-breaking creativity of some of the Great White North’s best designers. Featuring additional Read more...

Descent Into Classicism by Glenn Clark features portraits that are large-scale and exquisitely modeled. Many paintings depict the personification of the struggle for the environment, resulting in death and nature’s degradation. True to the Classicist aesthetic, Clark paints with the emphasis on form, proportion, clarity of structure, and perfection. The paintings are emotionally charged, inviting the viewers to engage and piece Read more...

Inside Out by Lana Schuster plays with paint, texture, imagery, and abstraction. Lana embraces colour, form, and the guidance of her intuition in her work. Getting lost in the process of painting often leads to a surprise, resulting in something non-objective emerging. What you see in Lana’s work is an expression of an experience, a record of a moment in Read more...

Squamish Arts is thrilled to announce the return of the annual Amped in the Park program. Taking place every Thursday from June 27 to August 15, 2024, from 7PM to 9PM, this exciting initiative will transform Junction Park in downtown Squamish into a vibrant hub of live entertainment and community gathering. Read more...

Fair Dates: August 17th – 18th, 2024, 10AM – 4PM The Hackett Park Artisan Fair is an annual gathering of local and regional vendors. The Fair has been an annual tradition on the Coast for 35 years, and attracts close to 5000 visitors seeking to discover the creations of artisans who are jury selected based on craftsmanship, originality, and the Read more...

Welcome back to Evergreen Cultural Centre! We’ve been hard at work building new arts programs for teachers and educators. These new and exciting programs will have your students sculpting, weaving, acting, singing, dancing and more with our experienced art educators. Download our Winter-Spring 2024 Education Brochure! New year, new experiences! Join our knowledgable educators for an in-person arts workshop and enjoy Read more...

Get into the back to school spirit with Portobello West’s interactive West Vancouver Fall Market, featuring 35 of BC’s “cream of the crop” Makers while learning about their crafting process! Fall is the perfect time to reset + we have just what you need to make that happen! Join us for our one-day signature Portobello West Makers Market + browse Read more...

Set out on the lawn, revel in a lush, coursed family-style dinner coupled with wine pairings at a beautifully adorned long table, where you’ll savour the finest local ingredients. Read more...

Bill Reid Gallery presents: Formline : Calligraphy, The Creative Synergy of Bill Reid and Bob Reid This exhibition explores the creative relationship between Haida artist Bill Reid and award-winning printer, calligrapher, and close friend Robert (Bob) Reid. Guest curated by Dr. Martine Reid, it features both two-dimensional and three-dimensional works by the two artists. The exhibition focuses on their collaborative Read more...

Common Thread explores the journey of wool from its natural origins to finished textiles, celebrating the craftsmanship and cultural significance of our region’s wool and fibre production. Through interactive elements and storytelling, the exhibition invites visitors to discover the deep connections between ranching, retail, and the art of wool-making, weaving together the fabric of our community’s heritage. Read more...

SHIPYARDS FESTIVAL 2024 Get ready to experience the best of live music, entertainment, and community spirit as the Shipyards Festival returns for an unforgettable one-day event! Join us in The Shipyards District for a day filled with fun, excitement, and activities for all ages. What to Expect: Live Music Across Multiple Stages: Enjoy a diverse lineup of live performances from Read more...

Vancouver, BC (September 4, 2024) – The Chinese Canadian Museum is launching a brand new exhibition inside the Poy Family Gallery titled Reshaping Collections: Where History Meets Art from September 25, 2024 to September 28, 2025, featuring unique art creations by six diverse Chinese Canadian artists from across the country. These artists were invited to reinterpret historical and cultural objects and materials that explore Read more...

Shelley Niro: 500 Year Itch is the first major retrospective of work by the multimedia artist Shelley Niro, who grew up on the Six Nations Reserve, near Brantford, Ontario. For more than fifty years, Niro has been creating art reflecting contemporary life and building upon Kanyen’kehá:ka (Mohawk) philosophies, deep understandings of history and a woman-centred worldview.  Her persistent vision is to Read more...

Artist: Michelle Sound & Eliot White-Hill, Kwulasultun Inquiry: How do we work together? shnu’a’th, ᐊᑳᒥᕽ akâmihk, the other side is an exhibition of new photo-based artworks by Michelle Sound and Eliot White-Hill, Kwulasultun. The title of this exhibition, set in Hul’qumi’num, Cree, and English, suggests both geographical proximity (the other side of the river) and spiritual proximity (the afterlife). Works in Read more...

Okanagan Heritage Museum Sharpen your pencils and pack your lunchbox – it’s time to step into the past! Our newest exhibition, Old School: A Look Back at School Life in Kelowna, showcases the evolution of our schools, from one-room schoolhouses to the modern institutions we know today. Sharpen your pencils and pack your lunchbox – it’s time to step into the past! Read more...

Art in the Community Presents Kaie Fu: Living by the Mountains and the Sea Kaie Fu, Duck on the Sea, (2023), detail of ceramic, 31.4 cm x 15.3 cm x 23 cm. Image courtesy of Nicolas de Vooght. Artist Feature: Kaie Fu is a ceramic artist that currently lives in North Vancouver. Fu was born in 1979 on Hainan Island in Southern Read more...

Haq and History The Punjabi Canadian Legacy Project: A quest for community voices Exhibit dates: October 19, 2024 – January 25, 2025 Opening Reception: Nov 2, 2024, 1-3pm Venue: Nikkei National Museum & Cultural Centre, 6688 Southoaks Crescent, Burnaby, BC The Haq and History exhibition, originally developed by the South Asian Studies Institute (SASI) and the Royal British Columbia Museum Read more...

The Squamish Farmers’ Market runs Saturdays from Spring through Fall in Downtown Squamish The friendliest event with the freshest goods. For Market updates please visit their website. Enjoy the best of Squamish every weekend throughout the summer. Stock up on fresh produce, eggs and more while supporting your local farmers at the Squamish Farmer’s Market, every Saturday from 10am-3pm at the corner of Cleveland Read more...

Russna Kaur: Pierced into the air, the temper and secrets crept in with a cry! is open to the public this Friday, October 4, 2024. See you this weekend in the Upper Galleries. Exhibition Dates: October 4, 2024 – January 27, 2025 Kaur approaches painting as a space of infinite possibility, play, and experimentation. This exhibition will unfold in the space Read more...

Our Workshops & Classes listings are a great way to find creative courses offered throughout British Columbia.  opusartsupplies.com/resources/events Resources for the Creative Individual Art Materials, Digital Printing, and Picture Frames Videos, Demonstrations, Workshops, and Community Events Friendly and Knowledgeable Staff Locations across BC plus a National Mail Order Service Opus Art Supplies are available at these BC Locations: Read more...

The Sunshine Coast is home to both year-round and seasonal farmers’ markets that offer everything from farm fresh produce and locally-raised meats to tasty treats and artisan crafts. Each market is unique—discover the Gibsons Farmers’ Market, which is hosted at Persephone Brewing Company’s beer farm, the Powell River Farmers’ Market, which is tucked away in a picturesque park, and more! Get Read more...

NEW ART CLASSES ADDED MONTHLY Currently, Marie Neys is teaching In Person Classes Only.  Marie will Schedule 1 Zoom Class per month based on interest of the Students… If you are interested in Zoom Classes please contact her at Marie@MarieNeys.com NOTE:  You are welcome to bring your own supplies or use mine (fee will depend on what is needed) Regular Read more...

Creating Space: Youth Arts Programming. Nov. 2024- March 2025 Creating Space is a series of accessible, inclusive workshops and open studio time for youth at the Caetani Centre, once home to lauded artist, mentor and teacher Sveva Caetani. Creating Space has been designed with equity-deserving and historically under-represented youth in mind, and is open to all. The program provides a Read more...

Creative Reconciliation: A series of workshops on syilx/Okanagan culture and practice, November 2024 to March 2025 Creative Reconciliation offers an in-depth exploration of syilx culture and practice. Each session provides a distinct opportunity to learn about respectful engagement with First Nation communities, experience traditional storytelling, understand cultural appropriation, and participate in environmental stewardship. Interactive activities and thoughtful discussions will offer Read more...

It’s time to explore this winter’s newest Grizzli Gallery Exhibition! On October 1, we welcomed ‘Expressive Storytelling,’ featuring three BC artists who joined forces to showcase their artwork—welcoming Melissa Dinwoodie, Alana Evans, and Brandy Wyatt. ‘Expressive storytelling’ is an exhilarating art collection designed to invoke genuine emotions, make us analyze the image, and dive deep within ourselves to understand the Read more...

On permanent display at the Museum is the exhibit “Penticton: The Shaping of Place” which invites you to step back in time and explore the forces that shaped Penticton through its history. As you walk through the exhibit you will journey through a series of landscapes that stand as milestones in the development of the area. Read more...

The Penticton Museum now has an interactive learning space where kids, parents, and caregivers can explore together how science and history connect. Explore the how and why of human and natural histories by: Read more...

Although the 2024 AFC Festival is over, AFC’s 2024 Exhibit enters its next phase, with the Virtual Exhibit, which will continue online through next summer, featuring all 200 artworks, with most still available for sale. Enjoy the first round of featured artworks and visit the Virtual Exhibit. https://www.artistsforconservation.org/virtual-exhibit/27362 We look forward to seeing you in September, 2025 for our 15th Festival Read more...

The Museum of Anthropology (MOA) at UBC presents the Western Canadian premiere of in Pursuit of Venus [infected], on display June 13, 2024 – January 5, 2025 The Museum of Anthropology (MOA) at UBC reopens its doors to the public on June 13, 2024 at 5pm, following an 18-month closure that saw the successful completion of cutting-edge seismic upgrades to its Great Read more...

Ebb and Flow explores the Okanagan Valley’s natural and cultural history through the Four Elements: Earth, Water, Air, and Fire. This exhibition examines how these elements have shaped the valley’s landscape and influenced its inhabitants, from the ice age to the present. By highlighting the dynamic interplay between these fundamental forces, the exhibition fosters a deeper appreciation for the region’s rich Read more...

At the Trail Royal Theatre: 2024-25 Met Opera Encore Season Les Contes d’Hoffmann Saturday Nov 2 9:55am Tosca Saturday Jan 11 9:55am Aida Saturday Feb 8 9:30am* Fidelio Saturday Apr 5 9:55am Il Barbiere di Siviglia Saturday Jun 14 9:30am* Read more...

My works are propositions, meant to create alternate pasts and potential futures, questioning history and culture in order to provide a space for reassessing the present. —Firelei Báez Organized by the Institute of Contemporary Art/Boston, this exhibition is the first mid-career survey of the richly layered work of Firelei Báez. One of the most exciting painters of her generation, Báez delves Read more...

Discover one of the most mysterious and unique stone monuments in the world and what it meant to the people who built it with Stonehenge. The exhibition features 400+ ancient artifacts, including the burial belongings of the Stonehenge and Amesbury archers, both of which have never been seen before in North America. Packed with archaeological insight and cutting-edge scientific research, Stonehenge explores this Read more...

Bill Reid Gallery of Northwest Coast Art presents the Vancouver premiere of the retrospective exhibition GEORGE CLUTESI: ḥašaḥʔap / ʔaapḥii / ʕc̓ik  / ḥaaʔaksuqƛ / ʔiiḥmisʔap from January 20, 2024 – January 19, 2025. The exhibition is an exploration of the life and legacy of Clutesi, whose actions have left an indelible mark on the preservation and celebration of the Read more...

Visit the Bill Reid Gallery for free on the first Friday afternoon of every month! Thanks to our Community Access sponsor Downtown Van, we are pleased to offer free admission to the Gallery for all visitors from 2 to 5 pm on the first Friday of every month. Take a look at our current exhibitions and engage in amazing public Read more...

Check out the permanent Canadian Art Preservation Foundation’s online collection here.   Read more...

The SLCC is proud to host Chief Dan George – Actor and Activist, opening Wednesday, July 10, 2024, a touring exhibition created by MONOVA: Museum and Archives of North Vancouver. The exhibit explores the life and legacy of Tsleil-Waututh Chief Dan George (1899 – 1981), including his influence as a First Nations rights advocate and his career as an actor. Longshoreman, actor, Read more...

Howe Sound /Átl’ḵa7tsem: A RECOVERING ECOSYSTEM Extended to February 2025 After exploring the underground and the award-winning BOOM! show, you can journey to the Terra Lab to explore this dynamic temporary exhibit. Explore how copper contamination impacted the marine food chain from plankton to predators, and learn how remediation efforts now protect this ecosystem. This unique display includes specimens from Read more...

Sharing a meal together is one of the most fundamental of human experiences. Preparation, serving and eating together strengthens our family and communal bonds more than any other activity. Every individual and family has their favourite meals. Every cook has their favourite recipes. When these are passed on from generation to generation, a cookbook is usually involved. It might be Read more...

Get ready for FOG FEST, an enchanting celebration that will sweep you off your feet every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from November 16 to 30, 2024! As fall settles in, and the fast pace of summer fades, something magical arrives in Hope, Cascades & Canyons: the mystical, dream-like fog! Like a silent ghost, it floats through towering forests and drifts Read more...

CEDAR & YELLOW POINT 36th ANNUAL SELF-GUIDED CHRISTMAS TOUR 2024 Visit Cedar and Yellow Point artists, crafters, and farmers by taking friends and family on a relaxing self-guided Country Christmas Tour. RELAX, ENJOY, it’s GREAT here! CLICK HERE FOR ARTIST LISTING AND MAP Nov 21-24 & Nov 28-Dec 1st 10am – 5pm The Artisans will be open for an extra Read more...

CEDAR & YELLOW POINT 36th ANNUAL SELF-GUIDED CHRISTMAS TOUR 2024 Visit Cedar and Yellow Point artists, crafters, and farmers by taking friends and family on a relaxing self-guided Country Christmas Tour. RELAX, ENJOY, it’s GREAT here! CLICK HERE FOR ARTIST LISTING AND MAP Nov 21-24 & Nov 28-Dec 1st Read more...

The 8th edition of the Chilliwack Independent Film Festival returns this November 22nd to the 24th. With over 100 films across three days, experience world class films, Q & A’s, workshops, industry talks + more. Follow the link to learn more and get your tickets! Read more...

Produced by the City of Coquitlam and presented by Coquitlam Centre, Lights at Lafarge is Metro Vancouver’s largest free outdoor winter lights display. Stay tuned to our website and social media channels for updates throughout the season.   Read more...

Curve! Women Carvers on the Northwest Coast Co-curated by Dana Claxton and Curtis Collins, the Curve! exhibition will shed light on a lesser-explored facet of Northwest Coast art—women’s contributions to the rich tradition of carving wood and argillite. The exhibition will feature over 125 works of art that include poles, panels, masks, bowls, and other sculptures all intertwined with traditional knowledge. These Read more...

November 28, 2024 – January 18, 2025 Fazakas Gallery, 659 East Hastings St, Vancouver, BC fabric brings together some of the most talented textile artists from Haida Gwaii today-women whose craft has been honed over decades of dedication and perseverance. Despite a history of their work being marginalized, these artists have continued to create with resilience, serving as vital knowledge keepers Read more...

Experience and enjoy the 37th Annual Ladysmith Festival of Lights! Starting with a spectacular parade and fireworks on the last Thursday of November, the festivities continue until the second Sunday in January. Witness the magic of thousands of lights and decorations. Drive or walk down First Avenue (you may also be able to shop) and take it all in to fill Read more...

Date: Thursday November 28th, 2024 — Thursday December 15th, 2024 Time: 7:00 pm — 5:00 pm The Anonymous Art Show is an important fundraiser for North Van Arts, and we encourage you to take part and join in the fun! Sale opens 7pm Nov 28 and ends at 5pm on Dec 15. CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO Venue CityScape Community Read more...

The Art Gallery at Evergreen in Coquitlam and the Burnaby Art Gallery co-present the exhibition Ruth Beer: Seep | Swell, an exhibition in two parts. Taking place across the two galleries concurrently, this exhibition contemplates Beer’s artistic research on the entwined relationships between humankind and our industries.  For decades, Ruth Beer has used sculpture to explore the depictions, constructs and myths of landscape.  Her dynamic practice revolves Read more...

A Colour Collective Presentation Opening: Thursday, December 5th, 6:00 – 8:00 PM PotteryWorks is a studio/gallery space located in New Westminster that is supported by the Community Living Society. A collective of talented painters, potters and jewelers overcoming disability through their art. The Colour Collective is a group of painters and photographers within the PotteryWorks studio that focus on the foundations of Read more...

This free outdoor holiday event is back transforming Spirit Square into a magical Christmas village! Santa will be taking photos with our community – inside a giant igloo. Food trucks, popcorn, coffee & hot chocolate, and hot dogs by the Lion’s Club will be available for everyone to enjoy. The holiday train is back for rides around the village. Road Read more...

Multiple Realities: Experimental Art in the Eastern Bloc, 1960s–1980s is an extensive survey of experimental art made in six Central Eastern European nations between the 1960s and 1980s. Including both rarely seen and newly reconstructed works, the exhibition weaves together a complex story of artists questioning how, when and where art could exist, and exploring the varied meanings it might hold Read more...

Celebrate 2025 with the best of theatre, music, and community at Anvil Theatre. From the hilarious and unapologetic Fat Joke to the soulful sounds of Kellylee Evans and Krystle Dos Santos, there’s something to inspire and delight. Plus, we’re thrilled to welcome back Arts Club On Tour with two fabulous productions. Don’t miss these unforgettable performances—get your tickets today! Events Read more...

“I absolutely cherished my time here at Caetani and I will rave about it forever. Thank you for everything and I hope to see you again someday.” Come stay, work and create at the Caetani Centre! Stay in the historic Caetani home. Be inspired by the legacy of Sveva Caetani, her story of resilience, and her powerful body of artwork. Read more...

Year Round Tour of Artists’ Studios Look for the flying PURPLE BANNERS all along the Sunshine Coast from Langdale to Powell River. Wherever you see a PURPLE BANNER, the arts are at work. In many cases, but not always, the banner is an invitation to drop in. Please refer to the specific listing to determine whether an appointment is required. See Read more...

The Legislature Series comprises thirteen oil paintings, one for each Provincial and Territorial legislature building. The intersection of visual art and architectural representation is an area of investigation in Trevor’s art practice. Conceptually, these paintings present a critical yet playful reading of the Legislature Buildings as seats of power in a time of cultural reckoning of the symbols of colonialism, Read more...

The Friends of the Gallery (FOG) is our annual celebration of the creativity of our membership. This exhibition launches our new year, and features the work of members of the Sunshine Coast Arts Council. The exhibition is a long-standing community event that has spanned more than 25 years. Its aim is to involve the broadest range of local artists, to Read more...

January 8–February 2 Opening reception: Thursday, January 9, 6–8 p.m. Meet the Artists: Saturday, January 11, 2–3 p.m. Farsi Tour: Saturday, January 11, 3–4 p.m. The Ferry Building Gallery is proud to announce its first exhibition of 2025, Portraits of Now, featuring contemporary portraits by three women artists: Moojan Azar, Meghan Sharir, and Lan Yao. Read more...

January 11 – 25Opening Reception: January 11, 1-3 P.M.Artist in Attenance A major collection of new paintings based on sketching trips through the Gulf Islands Please contact the gallery to be notified for presales. Read more...

Vancouver Island Sculpting Studio, designed to ignite your creativity and inspire you during the winter months. Whether you’re seeking a rewarding hobby or looking to enhance your artistic skills, we have something for everyone. Clay Sculpting Workshop with Joël A. Prévost New Workshop sculpting character and expression in facial artistry The Flair of the Nose    Date: Sunday, January 12 Learn Read more...

Clay Sculpting Workshops with Joël A. Prévost New Workshop sculpting character and expression in facial artistry The Flair of the Nose    Date: Sunday, January 12  Learn how to sculpt a monumental torso, with a male Model Garden of Eden  Dates: Wednesdays, February 5, 12, 19, 26, and March 5, Learn to sculpt the mechanics of your hand The Hand in Motion  Read more...

Sima Festival is a winter celebration that uses art, community engagement, and environmental advocacy to spark meaningful change.  Through performances, workshops, gatherings, artistic events and outdoor activities focused on local issues and creative expression, Sima brings communities together to address what matters most to them, and their environment. Upholding winter as a time for introspection and reconnection, this event uplifts individuals Read more...

Looking for the perfect gift for that someone special? Shop over 40 local vendors and support local artisans in our community! New West Craft is a handmade market hosted by the Arts New West. New West Craft aims to provide a welcoming environment for crafters, artisans, and makers to share their work with the community. Our markets take place on Read more...

First Saturday Open Art Studios is a free, monthly event that began in 2010 and can be found in various locations across the Lower Mainland. Every first Saturday noon to five pm, over 85 individual artists and art collectives open their workshops for you to enjoy! Be inspired by original art or buy your new, favorite piece directly from a local artist. Read more...

Silver Star is hosting the “Mountain Magic Art Exhibition” this weekend, Jan 18-19, at the Chilcoot Center. This vibrant celebration of local talent and creativity is not to be missed. Come and be inspired by the magic of our mountain community! If you are coming to the Mountain Magic Art Exhibition you will meet Kal at the Chilcoot Center and Read more...

Celebrating its 20th festival, PuSh International Performing Arts Festival returns January 23, to February 9, 2025. Over the last two decades, PuSh Festival has grown to become the Lower Mainland’s signature, mid-winter cultural event delivering audacious, innovative, contemporary works of live art by acclaimed local, national, and international artists. Tickets are on sale now for this year’s festival, promising another line-up of dynamic Read more...

Explore the art of rug hooking with the guidance of primitive rug hooker and artist Jamie Girouard. Whether you’re hooking your first loops or seasoned in the craft, Jamie will lead you through the creative process, from developing your own designs and individual style to hanging your creation on the wall. During the sessions, you will acquire simple, yet effective Read more...

Surrey Art Gallery’s 50th year begins with a journey through Rajni Perera’s imagined Futures January 25−March 16, 2025 Winter Opening: Saturday, January 25| 6:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m. Tour and Conversation with Negarra A. Kudumu and Rajni Perera: Saturday, March 1 | 2:00 p.m.–4 p.m. Surrey Art Gallery is thrilled to kick off their 50th anniversary with the touring exhibition Rajni Perera: Futures at Surrey Art Gallery from Read more...

When Emily Carr (1871–1945) wrote about landscape paintings—her own and those of others—she would sometimes describe how an eye might move through the imagined space in the work. It is striking, then, that so many of her own paintings create an experience of dense, impenetrable forest that confounds such forward movement. In many cases, the viewer is tantalized with the Read more...

A Deliciously Decadent Experiment Get ready to dive deep into the tantalizing world of delicious hot chocolate! The Squamish Hot Chocolate Festival is returning for its 5th year from February 1st – 22nd, 2025. Once again we’ll see Squamish’s finest local crafters create unique hot chocolates that will tempt your taste buds and awaken your senses. NEW THIS YEAR: Be sure Read more...

Exhibition Opening February 1 / 1 – 3 PM Enjoy an unforgettable evening with delicious food, beverages, dance performances, and the chance to meet the artist in person.  ——————————————————————————— This exhibition is the first major solo exhibition of Haida artist Kihl ‘Yahda, Christian White. Guest curated by Sdahl Ḵ’awaas, Lucy Bell, also of the Haida Nation, the exhibition features artworks Read more...

The stand-alone objects are re-manufactured trees which in time could be assumed to be what a forest is, and by our social nature assimilated as real. The concept of taking the drawings on paper attached to wood frameworks to become trees emphasizes the extent to which we as humans will travel to justify the costs of our desires. Read more...

ArtistLaura Gildner and Jon Sasaki InquiryHow can we play together? Opening Reception  January 31, 2025 | 7:00 – 9:00 pm Trust falls are common team building exercises wherein individuals fall backward and count on their peers to catch them. When translated to everyday encounters and communications, without a safety net, the act of trusting the process can have unexpected, yet Read more...

See the spectacular line up for Anvil Theatre in February 2025. Get your tickets here. Vancouver Chamber Music Society presents: Couloir | February 10, 2025 Anvil Theatre presents: Kellylee Evans with Krystle Dos Santos | February 15, 2025 Piva presents: Frazey Ford | February 18, 2025 Arts Club On Tour presents: Ring of Fire | February 22 – 23, 2025 Read more...

Gateway Theatre invites you  to Celebrate the Lunar New Year by taking  a musical journey with the award-winning Silk Road Music! Join us for a celebratory concert that blends the rich traditions of Asian and non-Asian music. This event takes place on February 1st at Gateway Theatre, for tickets and more information visit us at https://www.gatewaytheatre.com/events/2025-lny/ Read more...

For wine lovers, the colder weather means one thing- Icewine. This February, treat yourself to a unique tasting experience at Grizzli Winery. Expand your palate with our award-winning icewines, each expertly paired with a chef-curated menu from 31 Charkay, promising a culinary journey like no other. On February 1st from 2 pm-4 pm, indulge in a 30-minute seated experience in Canada’s Read more...

Buy Tickets here Etnasa, an African agrarian kingdom, had been enjoying peace and prosperity, with people going about their normal duties until calamity struck. In King Musu’s insatiable quest to uncover the root cause of this calamity, hidden truths about the inescapable will of the gods come to light. Partially sponsored by the Public Scholars Initiative and the Department of Read more...

Vernon Winter Carnival is one of the largest events of its kind in Canada. They are proud to deliver over 100 events throughout the community during the first two weeks in February each year. Some of the signature events include the parade, balloon glow, kids play park, fireworks, chili cook-off and carnival days at the Historic O’Keefe Ranch. Check out Read more...

Flight has THREE performances at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre in Vancouver Saturday, February 8, 7:30PM | Thursday, February 13, 7:30PM | Sunday, February 16, 2:00PM Vancouver Opera’s 65th season soars into 2025 with a new production of Flight, a contemporary masterpiece by renowned composer Jonathan Dove. Celebrated as the greatest opera of the past 30 years, Flight graces the Queen Elizabeth Theatre stage for three performances in February 2025. Inspired by a Read more...

The first run of this workshop was so popular that it’s being held again! Learn traditional Salish weaving directly from Chepximiya Siyam Chief Janice George and Skwetsimeltxw Willard (Buddy) Joseph. They were recently featured at the opening of Vancouver Indigenous Fashion Week and are artists in residency at the Blue Cabin. No prior weaving experience is needed. This intensive workshop Read more...

Looking ahead to 2025! Artist instructors! We are offering our Cultural Campus again in 2025! It was such a success and so much fun! Have a workshop proposal? Available to teach between Feb 13 and March 9, 2025?  Send your expression of interest along to hello@theearthartsonbowen.ca Read more...

Following the overwhelming response to last year’s Vancouver Children’s Festival show,  Gateway Theatre is proud to present OTOSAN to the community. The story is Inspired by Co-creator Shizuka Kai’s real-life experience with her father, a wildlife videographer, Otosan is a beautifully told story that uses puppetry, real wildlife projections and an original score to take the audience on an immersive journey. This event takes Read more...

Beloved Film Series returning to Penticton Art Gallery The PAG Film Series is making its highly anticipated return in 2025. Formerly known as the Kitchen Stove Film Series, this beloved initiative first began in 1998, and we are thrilled to bring it back after a nearly five-year hiatus. Paul Crawford, Director, Penticton Art Gallery, says he is excited to see Read more...

Experience the French Canadian cultural traditions through musical performances, children’s entertainment, visual arts, contests, educational videos, and a little history of our traditions. Be sure not to miss our comedian Saturday evening, a one-shot opportunity, Live Streamed! Also, look for our online store where you can order traditional food from Pappy’s Creton as well as a variety of maple products. Read more...

Date: February 23 • 2025 @ 1:30 pm End date: February 23 • 2025 @ 3:00 pm Tickets: $26 for adults and $21 for students* and seniors Experience the timeless allure of the sarod, with tabla accompaniment in this unique concert that captures the soul of Indian classical music. Crafted with precision and passion, the sarod captivates the audience with its rich heritage Read more...

A Solo Exhibition by Kerry Langlois coming March 2025. Stay tuned for images and details!  Read more...

Tony and Tina’s Wedding: A Night of Food, Fun, and Drama Hilariously unforgettable evening because Tony and Tina’s Wedding is back in town! This wacky, immersive dinner theater event returns to the stage, March 21st & 22nd. Whether you’re a fan of laugh-out-loud comedy, crave an authentic Italian-Canadian feast or simply love a good party, Tony and Tina’s Wedding promises Read more...