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40th Circle Craft Christmas Market

Vancouver Convention Centre
Vancouver BC
www.circlecraft.net

Nov 7 to 11, 2013

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!).

Vernon Winter Carnival

3401 35th Avenue
Vernon BC V1T 2T5
1.866.290.2196

www.vernonwintercarnival.com

The Annual Vernon Winter Carnival is scheduled for February 1-10, 2014. Ten action packed days with something for the whole family. The information for the 2014 Vernon Winter Carnival is available on our website.

Hornby Island Festival Society


Hornby Island BC
250.335.2734
www.hornbyfestival.bc.ca

Aug 1 to 10, 2013

Established in 1982, the Hornby Festival has grown into an acclaimed 10 day event. Enjoy classical, jazz, world beat and traditional genres of music, modern dance, childrens' programming, theatre and spoken word. The Hornby Festival celebrates the arts in mid - summer by presenting high calibre and innovative world class artists at our events.

Interior Design Show West

Vancouver Convention Centre West
Vancouver BC

www.idswest.com

Annual IDSwest continues to inspire attendees with the best in interior design from Vancouver, North America, and the world; often one in the same.

Join us in September as we celebrate design with over 300 exhibitors, world class features and design icons and celebrities. Explore the site for, not only an insiders look into Trends, Ideas and New Products but also a sneak peak of what you will experience at IDSwest, Vancouver Convention Centre

Trends. Ideas. New Products for Your Home.

PuSh International Performing Arts Festival


Vancouver BC
604.605.8284

www.pushfestival.ca

Jan 15, 2013 to Feb 3, 2013

The PuSh International Performing Arts Festival is one of Vancouver's signature events. Produced over three weeks each January, the PuSh Festival presents groundbreaking work in the live performing arts: theatre, dance, multimedia, and music. For Tickets please call: 604-257-5145 & 604-684-2787

CHUTZPAH! FESTIVAL

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

Feb 7, 2013 to Mar 3, 2013

The Chutzpah! Festival is a dynamic annual performing arts festival featuring exciting and eclectic music, dance and theatre artists from across Canada and around the world. Some 2013 Festival highlights are Yemen Blues, Kibbutz Contemporary Dance Company, Idan Raichel Project and great comedy from the Three Hysterical Broads off Their Medication!

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

30th Annual Sunshine Coast Festival of the Written Arts

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

Aug 15 to 18, 2013

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!

Pender Harbour Chamber Music Festival

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

Aug 16 to 19, 2012

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.

Festival du Bois

Mackin Park in Maillardville
Coquitlam BC
www.festivaldubois.ca

A hot time at a cool winter festival!

Be part of Greater Vancouver's premiere celebration of francophone music, dance, craft, food, heritage and culture! Known for being a showcase venue for some of the finest French Canadian, world and folk music artists, the festival is uniquely accessible and fun cultural & community event that offers a wealth of great activities and exhibits for young and young at heart.

Join us at Festival du Bois to celebrate the joie de vivre of Maillardville together! Let the party begin!

Annual Nanaimo Professional Craft Fair

2300 Bowen Rd., Beban Park Centre
Nanaimo BC
250-390-2172
www.nanaimoprofessionalcraftfair.com

Annual Nanaimo Professional Craft Fair 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!
November 1st, 2nd and 3rd, 2013
Hours: Fri. 12-8, Sat.10-5, Sun. 10-4

Surrey Children's Festival

Surrey Arts Centre & Bear Creek Park
Surrey BC
For Tickets: 604-501-5566 (site entrance is free)
Information: 604-501-5598
www.surrey.ca/childrensfestival

May 23 to 25, 2013

The Surrey Children’s Festival engages children 0-12 to experience creativity, cultural sharing and tons of fun! It features:

International performances (theatre, puppetry, dance, circus, music, film)

Hands-on arts activities (clay making, storytelling, visual arts, circus skills, imaginative play)

Workshops, roving performances and much more!

Bard on the Beach Shakespeare Festival


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

Bard on the Beach
The Festival offers Shakespeare plays, related dramas, and several special events in two performance tents from June through September in open-ended theatre tents against a backdrop of mountains, sea and sky.

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BC Cultural Crawl


Your Community
604.521.6288
www.bcculturalcrawl.com/

Aug 1 to 31, 2013

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 Writers Fest

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

Presenting a world of words on Granville Island!
OCTOBER 22 - 27

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.

Annual Maple Sugar Festival du Sucre d'Érable

Unit 30 - 1925 Bowen Rd
Nanaimo BC V9S 1H1
250.729.2776
www.francophonenanaimo.org

Demonstrate your joie de vivre, at the Maple Sugar Festival du Sucre d'…rable at Beban Park Auditorium as L’Association des francophones de Nanaimo presents its annual three-day extravaganza, celebrating French Canadian culture, music, foods, and traditions. Delight in toffy on snow. How sweet it is!

Held Annually every February

Harmony Arts Festival


West Vancouver BC
604.925.7268
www.harmonyarts.ca

A lively ten-day celebration of community and art that showcases the finest creative and visual arts talent from the North Shore. The Harmony Arts Festival takes place at various waterfront venues in West Vancouver and include music, craft market, studio tours, hands-on art experiences, art lectures and more!

17th Annual Pender Harbour Jazz Festival


Madeira Park BC V0N 2H0
604.741.5272
www.phjazz.ca

Sep 20 to 22, 2013

JAZZ?!
We’ve got it! Funk, Swing, Big Band, 20’s 30’s &40;’s classics, Modern, Hot Latin, Be-Bop, Be-Not, Gypsy, Straight Ahead, Boogie Woogie and more…all at tiny intimate venues around Pender Harbour, smack dab on the ocean. 19 performances at 8 venues, over three days, September 20, 21 & 22, 2013. Only 3 ticketed events, all accessible by water. Great accoms, great food, great atmosphere, and fabulous music!

Lake Country Artwalk

Lake Country Community Complex
10241 Bottom Wood Lake Rd Lake Country BC
www.artwalk.ca

Sep 10 to 11, 2013

A Rhapsody of Art

ArtWalk offers a unique display of original artworks from Artists, Fibre Artists, Photographers, Sculptors, Galleries and an exciting range of musical and theatre performances which entrich this arts festival.

Okanagan's Largest Art Show

Annual Arnold Mikelson Festival of Arts

13743 16th Avenue
Surrey BC V4A 1P7
604.536.6460
www.mindandmatterart.com

Jul 1 to 31, 2013 4:00 pm to 12:00 am

The Mind and Matter Gallery is proud to present the 40th Annual Arnold Mikelson 'Festival Of Arts' in July! Please visit the Festival of Arts page for more information. The gallery is open daily 12:00 to 6:00 pm

Portobello West Fashion And Art Market


Vancouver BC
www.portobellowest.com

Oct 30, 2011

Find your style at Portobello West market, the last Sunday of the month.

July 31, 2011 and the last Sunday of every month Find your style at Portobello West Market, in the Creekside Community Centre at Olympic Village.
Juried Vancouver artists display and sell artwork, eco-friendly fashion, handmade accessories, reclaimed vintage jewelry, and chocolate truffles on the last Sunday of every month.
Portobello West is a non-profit organization that provides artists with the support and resources necessary to take significant steps within their own independent practice.

Find out more about the market or how to become a vendor: www.portobellowest.com.

Contact: Rosemary Marland Lennox , Manager manager.van@portobellowest.com

18th Annual Gibsons Landing Jazz Festival

4638 Sunshine Coast Hwy
Sechelt BC V0N 3A2
604.740.5825

www.coastjazz.com

Jun 14 to 16, 2013

A weekend of outdoor festivals, concerts, craft fairs, dances, jazz brunch, stunning ocean and mountain scenery, unique community atmosphere, quality restaurants and B & B's.

Wearable Arts Awards

Port Moody Arts Centre
Port Moody BC
www.wearableartawards.com

Feb 16 to 17, 2013

A collection of past favourites and new entries will be on display at the Port Moody Arts Centre.

Festivals Kelowna

Suite 204 - 591 Bernard Avenue
Kelowna BC V1Y 6N9
250.868.3326
www.festivalskelowna.com

Festivals Kelowna is a non-profit society that produces outdoor programs and events, including Parks Alive!, Arts Alive!, Kelowna Music & Arts Festival, the Kelowna Buskers Program, and the Celebrate Canada Day — Kelowna festivities.

Columbia Basin Cultural Tour


Nelson BC
250.505.5505
1.877.505.7355
www.cbculturetour.com

Explore artists’ studios, museums, art galleries and heritage sites through this free, self-guided tour within the Columbia Basin. Meet the artists, shop for fine art and craft, view demonstrations, special exhibitions, interpretive displays or chat with local historians during this day long cultural celebration!

Visit www.cbculturetour.com to view the Columbia Basin Culture Tour details!