Fall is a great time to visit the Southern Gulf Islands . Nestled between Vancouver Island and the Vancouver Mainland, the Southern Gulf Islands are a perfect getaway for outdoor adventure, farm-fresh food and drink, arts and culture entertainment and wellness retreats. Long walks in the woods and along beaches make for Read more [...]
Tours & Excursions
Looking for something different? How about an authentic, active and immersive guided tour. You’ll be surprised by what you discover and experience, whether it’s fine food and wine, artist studios, or historic adventure. Whatever your passion, our guided tours will get your blood pumping, your mind engaged, and all five senses energized by the scent, sound, and pulse of a place. Enjoy chatting with an artist in their studio, sipping wine in the Okanagan, or experiencing first hand the culinary delights of Vancouver, all of this and more can be found right here.
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A Wok Around Chinatown
VANCOUVER’S BUSTLING CHINATOWN IS A TREASURE WITHIN THE CITY, A MUST SEE FOR EVERYONE! The Adventure begins at the Dr. Sun Yat Sen Classical Chinese Garden (Rated by National Geographic as the #1 Urban Garden), then winds through diverse specialty shops and merchants featuring products from crispy skin ducks, barbequed meats, Read more [...]
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BeadTrails & ArtVine Creative Spaces
ArtVine creative spaces supports the arts. This creative space is a hub for the community and visitors. We showcase the works of artists and creatives as well as hosting a variety of workshops. The BeadTrails experience is a treasure hunt that encompasses neighbourhoods, businesses and activities in 21 communities, including Read more [...]
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Castlegar Sculpturewalk
Sculpture Capital of Canada™ Castlegar Sculpturewalk is a annual rotating exhibition showcasing over thirty outdoor sculptures, from national and international artists, in Castlegar’s downtown core. From May to October the public can vote on their favourite piece via ballot, and the winner of this People’s Choice Award is purchased by Read more [...]
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City of Richmond: Public Art Program
The City of Richmond Public Art Program is committed to contributing to the cultural health and well-being of the community, now and in the future. By placing artwork in our everyday environment, the Public Art Program sparks community participation in the building of our public spaces; offers public access to Read more [...]
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Columbia Basin Culture Tour
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! The following communities are participating: Grand Read more [...]
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Murals of Chemainus
The Chemainus Mural Project, started in 1981, is the world’s leading community-driven art tourism experience. Spurred to save a community from certain economic collapse, the Chemainus Mural Project has delighted and inspired millions of visitors and ultimately became the blueprint for community mural projects globally. Come to this quaint seaside Read more [...]
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Park Royal Art Walk
Park Royal offers endless opportunities to shop, dine & play in a one-of-a-kind indoor/outdoor setting. Only minutes from downtown Vancouver, Park Royal is nestled between the mountains and the beach in beautiful West Vancouver. Home to 200+ shops, restaurants and services including BC’s only Simons location – including an entire Read more [...]
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Purple Banner Tour
A non-profit society showcasing the abundant and varied artistic talent on the Sunshine Coast. Pick up the free monthly Arts and Cultural Calendar for events, exhibits and workshops or the Purple Banner Studio and Gallery Guide providing locations of flying banners indicating ‘arts at work’. Visit the CCA’s interactive website Read more [...]
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Salt Spring Studio Tour
With 26 studios to discover on the Tour, all you need to enjoy the studios of your choice is a current Studio Tour Map and a bit of spare time. Some studios offer a one-of-a-kind experience, such as a workshop tour or a hands-on demonstration on creating a work of Read more [...]
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The Shuffle Port Moody Art Walk 2018
The Port Moody Art Walk is making a comeback! Kick-start your summer with a self-directed tour of artist studios and galleries within walking distance of Port Moody’s Gallery Row on Friday, June 22 from 5:30-9pm. Each venue will feature exhibitions, artist displays, live performances, and refreshments in celebration of the vibrant Read more [...]