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Garbage Can Art Contest & Auction
Presented by Granville Island Ferries

Granville Island Public Market Outdoor Courtyard
Vancouver BC

Sep 26, 2010

Amateur, aspiring and professional artists turn metal garbage cans into works of art, which are then auctioned to the public.

All proceeds go to support art therapy programs at British Columbia's Children's Hospital.

Sunday, September 26 from 11 am until 4pm at the Granville Island Public Market Outdoor Courtyard

2010 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 19 to 20, 2010

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.

28th 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 12 to 15, 2010

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 28 to 29, 2010

Powell River's Annual FREE Studio Tour, August 28 & 29 Saturday & Sunday.

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

Visit www.powellriverartists.com for details!

12th Port Moody Festival of the Arts


Port Moody BC
604.931.2008
www.pomoartsfestival.ca

Sep 24, 2010 to Oct 3, 2010

Enjoy a wide variety of performers and activities during these 10 days of music, comedy, visual art displays, hands-on fun at ART 4 U Day and so much more.

Visit our website for Festival Information

Hyack Festival

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

May 24 to 30, 2010

This annual spring community festival features Bandshell entertainment, parades, fireworks, sporting events, rides and carnival games.

FraserFest

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

Jul 17 to 19, 2010

Every July, this annual event takes place along the boardwalk of Westminster Quay. A flotilla of working and historic vessels in a celebration of work and play along the Fraser River.

Pender Harbour Chamber Music Festival

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

Aug 20 to 22, 2010

Following the success of our fifth anniversary Festival, we look forward to celebrating the 200th anniversary of Chopin and Schumann this year. A lineup of outstanding musicians will be performing works by these two pivotal composers and others that will both captivate and entertain.


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.

Tickets on sale June 4, 2010

West Coast Chocolate Festival


Port Moody BC V3E 1K6
604.939.8068
www.chocolatefestival.ca

Oct 15, 2010 to Nov 10, 2010

Welcome to the Coquitlam, Port Moody, Port Coquitlam area of beautiful southwest British Columbia… where culture meets nature, and chocolate is magic!

No ordinary chocolate event, our festival inspires, informs, surprises, entertains, and above all celebrates chocolate. Events can be savoured individually, or experienced successively for the ultimate chocolate experience ... the indulgent little escape we all need once in a while.

And as if that's not enough, your mere presence grows our mission: mentoring youth in event production and marketing, showcasing emerging artists and performers, and modeling our mindfully appreciative approach to chocolate and to life.

Visit Our Website for a full list of events!

21st Annual Nanaimo Professional Craft Fair

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

Nov 5 to 7, 2010

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 29, 2010

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 3 to 5, 2010

The only arts based festival for children the south side of the Fraser River!
Featuring: Alice in Wonderland, The Master of Unusual Comedy, Straight-Up Taiko and more. Children can also engage in arts activities: world dance, imaginative play, storytelling, circus arts to name a few….

Quesnel Art in the Market

Quesnel Farmer's Market
Corner of Carson and Kinchant Street Quesnel BC V2J 5P6
250.991.4013
Fax 250.992.6866
www.city.quesnel.bc.ca

Jul 10, 2010 9:00 am to 1:00 pm

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

32nd Annual Harrison Festival of the Arts

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

Jul 10 to 18, 2010

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

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!

BC River's Day - Artists on the River

788 Quayside Drive
New Westminster BC V3M 6Z6
604.521.8401
www.fraserriverdiscovery.org

Sep 26 to 27, 2009

Celebrate the Fraser, one of Canada's most important rivers, during this weekend long festival of music, history and art along New Westminster's boardwalk.

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 . . .

Wild at Art Festival

PO Box 3475
(Garibaldi Highlands) Squamish BC V0N 1T0
www.wildatart.ca

Mar 21 to 22, 2010

Part of the Cultural Olympiad - Featuring 14 days of engaging activities including: Diverse Art Exhibitions Local, National & International Theatre Performances & Concerts, Hands-on Workshops Food & Culinary events A Street Party and much more. Something for every member of the family and all ages!

Britannia Beach | Squamish | Callaghan Valley

Terrace Riverboat Days Society


Terrace BC

www.riverboatdays.ca

AUGUST 1 to 10

Terrace's Riverboat Days offers an entire week to discover the history, culture and local culture all in an unparalleled natural backdrop. This entertaining community festival draws young and old alike with a wide range of popular activities:

Kiddies Parade
Ferry Island Treasure Hunt
Artists in Motion
Legion Parade
Fireworks over Ferry Island
Concerts in the Park

International Artist Day ~ October 25th

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

October 25th

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!

Gibsons Landing Fibre Arts Festival

PO Box 1754
Gibsons Landing BC V0N 1V0
604.740.1229
www.gibsonslandingfibrearts.com

Aug 19 to 21, 2010

Western Canada's leading fibre arts community festival celebrates every aspect of fibre art. Activities include a wide range of workshops, juried exhibit and sale, merchant mall, artisan market and demonstration, activities and entertainment in beautiful Gibsons Landing. Join us for our 10th Annual Festival!

52nd Annual Squamish Days Loggers Sports Festival


Squamish BC
www.squamishdays.ca

Jul 30, 2010 to Aug 1, 2010

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

Tourism Maple Ridge & Pitt Meadows


Maple Ridge BC
604.460.8300
Toll Free 1.877.465.8300
www.mapleridge-pittmeadows.com

Capture the essence of our communities through culture and the arts by visiting our world-class theatre & galleries. Our region is rich in heritage and natural amenities and we celebrate throughout the year with exciting Festivals and Events. For complete information visit www.mapleridge-pittmeadows.com. Come and see what you’ve been missing!

For your FREE visitor’s guide, stop by the Visitor Centre at 12492 Harris Road, Pitt Meadows 1.877.465.8300 www.mapleridge-pittmeadows.com

2010 & 2011 Festivals and Events

Lilith Fair Celebrate Canada Day at this exciting musical extravaganza! July 1

Caribbean Festival Live Caribbean Bands, colourful costumes, dancing, arts and crafts, and delicious food! July 10 & 11

Music on the Wharf Free summer music series celebrating historic Port Haney. July 12 & 26; August 9 & 23

Bard on the Bandstand Free performances of ‘The Tempest’ July 16 & 17, 22 & 25

Countryfest A free agricultural fair for the whole family! July 24 & 25

Ridge Meadows Heritage Day A celebration of community history July 31

Christmas in the Park Featuring the Santa Claus Parade! December

Winter Wonderland Skate Experience the magic at Pitt Meadows arena`s red rink. December 2010

Stinking Fish Studio Tour


Metchosin BC
For information: 250.474.2676 OR
www.stinkingfishstudiotour.com

Jul 24, 2010 to Aug 2, 2010

25 artist studios open to the public in the Metchosin and East Sooke area. A self-directed tour.

July 24th to August 2nd: 10am-5pm

Filberg Festival

61 Filberg Road
Comox Valley BC
250.334.9242

www.filbergfestival.com

Jul 30, 2010 to Aug 2, 2010

Love Art? Follow your heart to the Filberg! Featuring 4 days of exceptional art and hand made work from up to 140 of Canada’s talented artisans. The 28th annual Filberg Festival takes place on the grounds of historic Filberg Heritage Lodge and Park in Comox and as well as amazing art offers entertainment for adults and kids, as well as a wide variety of culinary treats ranging from exotic to downright decadent. Daily Admission Charged - No Pets.