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38th Circle Craft Christmas Market

Vancouver Convention Centre
Vancouver BC
www.circlecraft.net

Nov 9 to 13, 2011

Guests will find hundreds of Canadian and BC artisans presenting their wares at Western Canada’s largest craft fair.

There’ll be fabulous fashion, fine jewellery, clay work, metal, glass, and more — individually hand-crafted items — items that make for the most special gifts for friends and family (and for oneself of course!).

The One of a Kind Show and Sale

New Vancouver Convention Centre
Vancouver BC

www.oneofakindvancouver.com

Dec 8 to 11, 2011

The One of a Kind Show is Canada's finest craft show, bringing innovative artists, craftspeople, and designers together to share their unique creations with the rest of the world. With a proud focus on homegrown talent, our shows bring together the best of Canada, for a personal shopping experience like no other. Our vast selection, on-site perks and endless show features make us 'destination shopping' at its best.

PuSh International Performing Arts Festival


Vancouver BC
604.605.8284

www.pushfestival.ca

Jan 17, 2012 to Feb 5, 2012

The PuSh International Performing Arts Festival is one of Vancouvers signature events. Produced over three weeks each January, the PuSh Festival presents groundbreaking work in the live performing arts: theatre, dance, multimedia, and music.

CHUTZPAH! FESTIVAL

Various theatres throughout Metro and North Vancouver
Vancouver BC
www.chutzpahfestival.com

Feb 10 to 27, 2011

The Chutzpah! Festival is a dynamic annual performing arts festival featuring exciting and eclectic music, danceand theatre artists from across Canada and around the world. Chutzpah! continues to expand, opening up the Festival to include more lower mainland venues in its festivities.

February/March 2012

Hyack Festival Association

205 Sixth Street
New Westminster BC V3L 3A1
604.522.6894
Fax 604.522.6094
www.hyack.bc.ca

May 18 to 27, 2012

The Hyack Festival Association coordinates major festivals and events on behalf of the City of New Westminster. The 2012 event calendar is highlighted by the 41st annual Hyack Festival in May and the 22nd annual FraserFest in July.

Hyack Festival Week - May 18-27,2012

Hyack International Parade - May 26, 2012

FraserFest - July 21-22, 2012

Christmas Parade of Lights - December 1, 2012

2012 Rio Tinto Alcan Dragon Boat Festival

At Concord Place, Creekside Park
& the Waters of False Creek
(Next to the Main Street Skytrain Station) Vancouver BC
604.688.2382
www.dragonboatbc.ca

Jun 15 to 17, 2012

Our Festival was created to showcase Vancouver’s cultural diversity and to promote racial harmony among Canadians. At the heart of our Festival is dragon boating — the fastest-growing team sport in North America and a sport that’s fun to do and fun to watch.

Visitors to our Festival will see dragon boat races, experience spectacular food, entertainment, and arts and children’s programming that reflect Vancouver’s cultural diversity.

29th Annual Sunshine Coast Festival of the Written Arts

PO Box 2299
Sechelt BC V0N 3A0
604.885.9631
For information call Toll Free 1.800.565.9631
www.writersfestival.ca

Aug 4 to 7, 2011

Canada's longest-running summer gathering of Canadian writers and readers, the Festival features established literary stars, and exciting, new voices. Readings in the open-air cedar pavilion set amidst the beautiful gardens of Sechelt's historic Rockwood Centre. A Festival of bookish delights!

Powell River Annual Studio Tour


Powell River BC
www.powellriverartists.com

Aug 27 to 28, 2011

Powell River's Annual FREE Studio Tour, August 27 & 28 Saturday & Sunday from 10am to 5pm.

Featuring 30 artists studios from Lund to Saltery Bay. Free self-guided tour maps are available.

Visit www.powellriverartists.com for details!

15th Annual Port Moody Festival of the Arts


Port Moody BC
604.931.2008
www.pomoartsfestival.ca

Sep 20 to 30, 2012

Discover arts and culture at your doorstep with a great line-up of musical acts, performance artists, and interactive art activities! Visit pomoartsfestival.ca for a complete event listing.

Click here to be linked to our website!

Pender Harbour Chamber Music Festival

School of Music,
Madeira Park BC
604.989.3995
www.penderharbourmusic.ca

Aug 19 to 21, 2011

Once again, we invite you to enjoy chamber music played in a setting that seems to have been made for it: the intimate and idyllic atmosphere of the School of Music in Madeira Park.

ArtsConnect's ArtWalk


Port Moody BC
604.931.8255
www.artsconnect.ca

Apr 16 to 17, 2011

ArtsConnect presents its 12th annual Studio Tour in Port Moody, City of the Arts.

Why Attend Artwalk?
Why not! This self-guided tour is a great way to explore the creative talent of local artists. It also gives you a chance to talk to them in an informal and sometimes unusual setting. And don’t forget to keep an eye out for that special piece of art for yourself or someone on your gift list. Remember, Mother’s Day and Father’s Day are just around the corner.

22nd Annual Nanaimo Professional Craft Fair

2300 Bowen Rd., Beban Park Centre
Nanaimo BC
250.758.6545
www.nanaimoprofessionalcraftfair.com

Nov 4 to 6, 2011

Hours: Fri. 12-8, Sat.10-5, Sun. 10-4

Featuring a wide variety of expertly-crafted items by some of BC's finest artisans, don't miss this special opportunity to do your Christmas shopping early! With hourly door prizes and a GRAND PRIZE...don't miss it!

13th Annual European Festival

Scandinavian Centre
Burnaby BC
www.eurofestbc.ca

May 28, 2011

Come and visit 32 European countries all in just one day! Enjoy 15 hours of family fun including non-stop stage entertainment, folk music, dancing, costumes, ethnic foods & beverages, Children's Tent, MarketPlace, Beer Garden, and an evening Dance. Tickets are only $7 per person and children under 12 are free.

Surrey Children's Festival

Surrey Arts Centre & Bear Creek Park
Surrey BC
For Tickets: 604.501.5566
Information: 604.501.5598
www.surreychildrensfestival.ca

Jun 26 to 28, 2010

The only arts based festival for children the south side of the Fraser River. Children can engage in arts activities: world dance, imaginative play, storytelling, circus arts to name a few….

Quesnel Art in the Market

Carson and Kinchant Street
Quesnel BC
www.quesnelmarket.com

20 local artists set up displays and demo their art form on this special day!

34th Annual Harrison Festival of the Arts

98 Rockwell Dr.
Harrison Hot Springs BC V0M 1K0
604.796.3664

www.harrisonfestival.com

Jul 7 to 15, 2012

A celebration of music, dance, theatre and visual arts. Featuring Jim Byrnes, Ashley MacIsaac, UHF (Ulrich, Henderson, Forbes), Children's Day, a large art market on the beach and much, much more.

Quesnel Old Time Farmer's Market

Carson & Kinchant
Quesnel BC
www.quesnelmarket.com

May 1, 2011 to Oct 31, 2011

Every Saturday from May to October; 8:30am-1pm
Farmers & Crafters gather on grassy site at the corner of Carson & Kinchant in Quesnel. Fresh local produce, baking, honey, canned goods, flowers, herbs and much more!

Arts & Culture Week
Assembly of BC Arts Councils


Nanaimo BC
1.888.315.2282
www.bcartsweek.org

Apr 10 to 16, 2011

Arts councils and schools across BC participate in this week long celebration with performances, art walks, exhibitions, workshops, and public art projects.
Visit local galleries, attend local performances, and discover the undiscovered . . .

International Artist Day ~ October 25th

PO Box 75412
White Rock BC V4B 5L5
604.536.3049
www.internationalartistday.com

Oct 25, 2011

A specal day held every OCTOBER 25th worldwide in galleries and studios to celebrate all the contributions artists have given to society.

Visit the website for more information!

54th Annual Squamish Days Loggers Sports Festival


Squamish BC
www.squamishdays.ca

Jul 28 to 31, 2011

A weekend filled with action, entertainment & family fun!
- Bed Races
- Kid’s Sports Loggers Sports Shows
- 10K Run
- Parade
...and so much more!

Bard on the Beach Shakespeare Festival


Vanier Park Vancouver BC
Tickets: 604.739.0559 or 1.877.739.0559
www.bardonthebeach.org

Jun 2, 2011 to Sep 24, 2011

Presenting: As You Like It,The Merchant of Venice, Henry VI: The Wars of the Roses and Richard III in open-ended theatre tents against a backdrop of mountains, sea and sky.

NEW — Reserved Seating

BC Cultural Crawl


Your Community
604.521.6288
www.art-bc.com

Aug 1 to 31, 2011

The BC Cultural Crawl is a self-guided tour of community-initiated events: music, theatre and dance performances, visual arts, festivals, museum and heritage exhibitions, culinary arts, community art walks and more.

Follow this link for more information and a complete list of all participating BC Cultural Crawls!

Vancouver International Writers & Readers Festival

202-1398 Cartwright St
Vancouver (Granville Island) BC V6H 3R8
604.681.6330
www.writersfest.bc.ca

Oct 18 to 23, 2011

Presenting a world of words on Granville Island!

The Vancouver International Writers & Readers Festival presents acclaimed Canadian and international writers for six days of events for readers–discussions, interviews and performances, in intimate venues on Granville Island, and special events throughout the year.

Copper and Fire Arts Festival
Summer Arts Event

Britannia Mine Museum
Britannia Beach BC
1.800.896.4044.
www.bcmm.ca

Aug 7, 2011 10:00 am to 4:00 pm

Bring the family and friends to the Britannia Mine Museum's signature event of the year. With the recent transformation of the Museum, this event will be highlighted with all the new exhibits and on site activities.
~ Live music
~ Local artists and artisan exhibitions
~ Fun activities for kids of all ages
Come see this exciting art event at the must-see attraction along the Sea to Sky Highway.
Visit www.BritanniaMineMuseum.ca for up to date event information.

Pentastic Jazz Festival

113-437 Martin Street, Box 386,
Penticton BC
250.770.3494
Toll Free 1.866.599.3494
www.pentasticjazz.com

Sep 9 to 11, 2011

The Pentastic Hot Jazz Festival returns to Penticton for its 15th year. The weekend following Labour Day, Penticton plays host for three days of hot jazz. A leading Jazz Festival in the Pacific Northwest, it is the largest event of its kind throughout the region. Hear the great sounds of Dixieland, Swing, Blues and Zydeco. Dance lessons and demo on Saturday. As always, the ever-popular Gospel music will be served up on the Sunday morning. Come early, stay late....it's a party!

Tickets and packages are available for advance purchase by calling or visiting our web site for reservations.