Jan’s Glass by the Sea Studio is offering a Mosaic Direct to Mesh workshop: A wonderful way to add mosaics to more delicate substrates or to walls, cupboard doors, or floors! You will learn how to make the mesh to fit a certain size or shape, then you will create Read more [...]
The Nisga’a Museum is launching a brand new exhibition entitled “Healing Ways”. This multi-year exhibit is the largest of its kind the Nisga’a Museum has undertaken in seven years of operations and will span the entirety of our temporary exhibition space. “Healing Ways” is an ambitious exhibition centered on traditional Read more [...]
Adventure Begins Here! Click here to download your Pemberton Cultural Crawl for this summer!
Between Here and There – May 17 – July 7, 2019 | Art of Terrill Welch Gallery Paintings about a life lived within the landscape between the Southwest Coast to North Central of British Columbia by internationally collected, contemporary Canadian artist, Terrill Welch.
Focused on one of the world’s most iconic mountain ranges, the Canadian Rockies, the exhibit delivers a rare snapshot of a rich painting period in North America. Presenting Sponsor: R.A.B. Family Foundation. Generous Supporter: Peter & Joanne Brown Foundation Picture Credit: Peter Whyte, Lake O’Hara, 1932 – 1935, oil on Read more [...]
This class is offered monthly | No experience necessary | $350 Have you always wanted to try silversmithing? Here’s your chance to test it out without committing to a lengthy course! Join Argentum Jewellery School & Supply over one info-packed weekend, you will learn the skills necessary to create a finished Read more [...]
$160 – No experience necessary Join silversmith Jana Stevenson (Janamade.com) at Argentum Jewellery School and Supply in this fun and informative one-day workshop where you will learn to make a set of 4 silver stacking rings! In this 5-hour day, you will learn to measure and size your rings, texture and manipulate Read more [...]
Make your own 14k Gold Wedding Bands! $500 PER COUPLE + the cost of gold per gram Grab your hunny, and come spend a romantic afternoon together being creative at Argentum Jewellery School + Supply! Located in the Market Square, instructors Nina Turczyn and Honor Cienska will guide you and your love Read more [...]
Discover the diversity and uniqueness of the area at one of the very best Farmers’ Markets in the region. With over 200 local growers and artisans, we offer everything from fruit, vegetables, meat, seafood, crafts, art, gourmet foods, wine & spirits, plants, flowers, gifts, and delicious baking. Entertainment and children’s Read more [...]
The Polygon Gallery is proud to be hosting the regular program – Kids First Saturdays. Join us on the first Saturday of every month for hands-on creative activities. Visit the Gallery, explore the artworks, and participate in activities that lead to deeper engagement with art and creativity. As a regular Read more [...]
Bard on the Beach Shakespeare Festival’s 30th Season runs from June 5 to Sept 21, 2019 in modern theatre tents in a spectacular waterfront setting in Vancouver’s Vanier Park. On the BMO Mainstage, it’s The Taming of the Shrew, inspired by Bard’s 2007 Wild West production, a hilarious runaway hit; Read more [...]
Opening Reception: June 15th, 1 – 5 pm Elan Fine Art is pleased to present an exhibition of works by the esteemed international photographer James O’Mara. O’Mara developed a career in the documentary, editorial, and commercial fields, with a diverse spectrum of high-profile clients, frequently featured in Rolling Stone, Vogue, Read more [...]
The Queer Arts Festival (QAF) is an annual artist-run professional multi-disciplinary arts festival at the Roundhouse in Vancouver, BC. Recognized as one of the top 5 festivals of its kind worldwide (Melbourne Sun Herald), QAF produces, presents and exhibits with a curatorial vision favouring challenging, thought-provoking work that pushes boundaries and Read more [...]
9 Gallery Openings – One Night – Free Admissions!
North America’s flagship dragon boat festival returns June 21-23, 2019 to the shores of False Creek! Enjoy three days of the continent’s most competitive racing, live headliner concerts, all on BC’s biggest outdoor patio. Over 6,000 racers from countries from around the world come together on False Creek to race Read more [...]
Visit the Bateman Foundation Gallery of Nature for the following exhibition. An Exhibition of Art and Film by Canadian Painter and Filmmaker Cory Trépanier Into the Arctic showcases over fifty original oil paintings by Canadian painter Cory Trépanier. Over a decade in the making, this traveling exhibition comprises of highlights from Read more [...]
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 21 from 5:30-9pm. Each venue will feature exhibitions, artist displays, live performances, and refreshments in celebration of the vibrant Read more [...]
The Polygon Gallery presents Dog Days, an exhibition that focuses on the relationship between canines and humans through photography, and video works. Dog Days is a survey of the camera’s interactions with our canine companions. Today, dogs figure prominently in visual culture through Instagram feeds, viral videos, and memes, amid other media, Read more [...]
A full week celebrating the arts with live performances in Tofino, Ucluelet and area. Dance workshops. FREE Tuff City Outdoor Concert, Performances in Tofino and Ucluelet on Canada Day, Pop Up Art Market, Kids Art Zone (throughout the summer), Local and guest performances. Stay tuned for more and visit our Read more [...]
In honour of Canada 150, Richmond Canada Day will be the ultimate birthday bash with a street festival in Steveston Village incorporating the much beloved Steveston Salmon Festival, ship boarding, free concerts, food trucks and a brilliant fireworks display to light up the night.
The Polygon Gallery presents Christian Marclay: The Clock, a cinematic montage tour-de-force synchronized with actual time on a 24-hour clock. Recognised as one of the most important contemporary artworks of our time, The Clock is an audiovisual tour-de-force. Presented in a custom-built cinema within the gallery, the work montages film and television footage Read more [...]
Each summer, people from all walks of life gather in Smithers BC, to share a universal love of music at the Midsummer Music Festival. Created in 1984, a handful of music lovers envisioned the Midsummer Festival creating a family-positive musical event, now proudly the longest running music festival in Northern Read more [...]
Theatre Under the Stars presents Mamma Mia! and Disney’s Newsies Audiences will bathe in the warmth of a Greek island and witness a fight for what’s right this summer, when Theatre Under the Stars (TUTS) presents Mamma Mia! and Disney’s Newsies, running alternate evenings July 5–August 17, 2019, at Read more [...]
Latincouver, the Latin American Plaza of B.C., is proud to celebrate the 10th anniversary of *Carnaval del Sol*, the biggest Latin American Festival in the Pacific Northwest, on Saturday and Sunday, July 6 and 7 at Concord Pacific . Carnaval del Sol is the peak of Latin American Week, which begins on Wednesday, Read more [...]
Whether you’ve been been aching to bring out that vintage-inspired outfit or just love treating yourself to wonderful and decadent experiences the Elegant Saturday Tea at Mackie Lake House is the event for you. This signature tea event celebrates all things 1920s (or your best interpretation of the era!) Join Read more [...]
The New West Craft Summer Night Market returns on Saturday, July 6, 6pm to 9:30pm. Shop over 75 handmade vendors outside on the Boardwalk at New West Quay and inside River Market. Enjoy live music and food + drinks from amazing River Market restaurants and more!
Earth, Sea and Sky – July 12 – Sept 1, 2019 | Art of Terrill Welch Gallery Step into the west coast landscape one powerful painting at a time with internationally collected, contemporary Canadian artist, Terrill Welch
WORLD MUSIC & ART: SMALL TOWN ROOTS Now into its 5th decade, the Harrison Festival of the Arts has presented the best in Canadian and International performing and visual arts in a setting free of large crowds, long lineups and high ticket prices. The Festival is an event the whole Read more [...]
The Parksville Beach Festival Society presents the Quality Foods Sand Sculpting Competition and Exhibition,a world class event for master sand sculptors and official qualifying event for the World Championship of Sand Sculpting. Master sand sculptors travel from all corners of the globe to participate in our remarkable competition in Parksville, Read more [...]
Join us for the 33rd annual Midsummer’s Eve of the Arts art auction & garden party benefit event for the Vernon Public Art Gallery. This year the event will be held at the popular Mackie Lake House. Don’t miss the social event of the season. Savour gourmet appetizers, local beer, Read more [...]
Music at Mackie has become a cherished summer tradition for concert-lovers of the Okanagan. The first concert, on July 19, features the Legendary Lake Monsters, a dynamic horn-driven 10-piece band known for packing dance floors and providing infectious rhythms. We’re then joined on August 16 by Chipko Jones, an upbeat Read more [...]
Celebrating our 42nd annual festival in 2019 at Jericho Beach Park! The Vancouver Folk Music Festival is a not for profit society building a world where folk music culture thrives. Charitable Number 119261030RR0001. Already known around the world for the quality of its programming, friendly ambiance and beautiful park setting, Read more [...]
The Agassiz Farms Cycle Tour takes place July 21, 2018 from 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM, registration is at 6800 Pioneer Avenue, Agassiz BC. The Agassiz Farms Cycle Tour is a self-guided tour that takes cyclists through the heart of the Fraser Valley, sampling and learning about sustainable agriculture in Read more [...]
From July 25th to July 28th, 2019 Kamloops welcomes the world to our beautiful downtown! Professional street performers from our region as well as from across Canada, Europe and Australia, will converge for our Second Annual Kamloops International Buskers Festival! Our event is a family oriented, FREE TO ATTEND festival Read more [...]
Fort Langley to swing to sounds of summer jazz Be prepared to take in some of the hottest music around at the second annual Fort Langley Jazz & Arts festival this summer. The festival features two full days of free, non-stop jazz, with 25 different world-class and local jazz acts on Read more [...]
In its 33rd year, the Sooke Fine Arts Show is Vancouver Island’s longest-running, juried fine art show and one of the region’s premier summer arts events. This 11-day art show and sale transforms Sooke’s SEAPARC arena and leisure centre into a stunning, 17,000-square-foot gallery, bringing artists, volunteers, students, visitors and Read more [...]
One of the key events of the City of Richmond’s Canada 150 celebrations will be the Ships to Shore King of the Sea festival at Garry Point Park featuring the Kaiwo Maru. Known as the ‘King of the Sea’, the Kaiwo Maru is a four-masted, 361 ft. long, 182 ft. Read more [...]
ArtsWells Festival is presented by Island Mountain Arts, and we are based out of Wells, BC. Wells has always been a town vibrant of arts and culture. In the 1930’s, musical acts were enjoyed in the same Community Hall where many of this year’s shows and exhibitions are held. This Read more [...]
Set among the stately trees and gardens of the Filberg Heritage Lodge and Park in Comox on the east coast of Vancouver Island the Filberg Festival is truly a unique event. Wander through the grounds surrounded by beautiful gardens, rustic out-buildings and magnificent views of Comox Harbour and the Beaufort Read more [...]
This intimate and laid-back world-class music festival has been hosting big names and newly discovered gems of the music business since 1992. This year, the Kaslo Jazz Etc Festival will once again make use of the astounding acoustics of Kaslo Bay Park to showcase an array of blues, jazz, latin, Read more [...]
The Powell Street Festival is the largest event of its kind in Canada and the longest running community arts festival in the Lower Mainland. Inaugurated in 1977, the Powell Street Festival is free to the public. It is held in both outdoor locations and indoor venues around the Powell Street Read more [...]
The Annual Desert Daze Music Festival was conceived in 2010 by the Spences Bridge Community Club to celebrate rural communities and to highlight area arts and culture. The 2-day festival presents activities and entertainment for all ages to enjoy: top-notch musical performances, First Nations demonstrations, educational workshops, local crafts, vendors Read more [...]
2019: August, 10th & 11th | 2020: August 8th & 9th The New West Cultural Crawl is a two-day visual arts and cultural festival that celebrates and presents New Westminster’s creative character and diversity. A cultural experience that exists throughout the city’s neighbourhoods. Discover our historical heritage and the ‘New’ Read more [...]
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 [...]
Richmond celebrates local food, sustainability and its agricultural past, present and future on Saturday, August 10, 2019 from 10am – 3 pm at Farm Fest at Garden City Lands. The festival will be held on the spectacular Garden City Lands, an amazing 136.5 acre park in the heart of Richmond. Read more [...]
The Salmon Arm ROOTS & BLUES Festival is the #1 outdoor music event in the BC Interior. Best known for presenting one of the most eclectic of musical line-ups in the country. The event features 4 outdoor stages, 40+ bands plus off-stage performers, a dance stage, the Family Fun Zone, Read more [...]
August 16-18 will be a special celebration in Pender Harbour. The Pender Harbour Chamber Music Festival is marking their 15th anniversary by commissioning a composition by Toronto musician and composer Graham Campbell; the piece will be premiered during the Saturday afternoon concert, performed by the New Zealand String Quartet, celebrated Read more [...]
Robson Valley Music Festival is a 3 day family oriented celebration on music, art and community. Artists from all over B.C., Canada and the World are presented in this diverse and culturally rich event. Held in the heart of the Robson Valley, Dunster, Valemount and on the banks of the Read more [...]
The Ryga Festival is a multi-day arts festival featuring live music, play readings and artistic workshops, symposiums, and more – all with a connection to – or that are inspired by – internationally performed Canadian playwright, novelist, poet, and Summerland resident George Ryga. Considered by contemporary critics to be Canada’s Read more [...]
Close out your summer at one of BC’s biggest dragon boat festivals while enjoying a day on the shores of the Fraser River. Hosted in historic Steveston Village, come check out the neighbourhood’s historic charm and enjoy family-friendly entertainment, dragon boat racing, and unique sights. FREE ADMISSION! Hours of operation: Read more [...]
The Vernon Public Art Gallery presents the 11th Annual Riot on the Roof! On Saturday, August 24, 2019, from 7 p.m to 11 p.m, the Downtown Vernon Parkade will be transformed into an alternative art party, with live music, performance and installation art, dance, and much more! Riot on the Read more [...]
The Vancouver Fringe Festival is an annual celebration of Theatre for Everyone! In 2019 we’ll feature more than 700 performances by over 90 artists over 11 days from September 5 – 15. The Festival employs an “everyone welcome” selection technique—the Mainstage shows are literally drawn out of a hat, giving all Read more [...]
Welcome to Lake Country ArtWalk The Interior’s Largest Arts Festival September 7 & 8, 2019 10 a.m.-5 p.m. For two days every September, the Lake Country Community Complex transforms into a festival of creativity. ArtWalk attracts over 7000+ attendees and features displays of visual and performing arts from 200+ Okanagan Read more [...]
Garlic has never been sweeter! Celebrate the stinky rose at the 9th annual Chilliwack Garlic Festival at Fantasy Farms. Music, garlic tasting, goodies and so much more, come enjoy some local craft beer sponsored by old Yale brewing or a glass of Wine In our Community Services wine and beer Read more [...]
Nanaimo International Jazz Festival Association (NIJFA) Get ready for the Third Annual Nanaimo Jazz Festival, happening September 20-September 22. You won’t want to miss this great event! It is Family Friendly and Affordable ~~ * Free outdoor concerts * All in Nanaimo’s easy-walk downtown & stunning waterfront. * A Read more [...]
A bold undertaking by the Audain Art Museum (AAM) uncovers new information about dramatic changes in Emily Carr’s approach to painting over the course of three critical years: 1910 to 1912. This exhibition investigates Carr’s momentous journey to France (1910-1911) that broke the bonds of her conservative art training. Fresh Seeing is presented Read more [...]
Culture Days is a collaborative, Canada-wide volunteer movement to raise the awareness, accessibility, participation and engagement of all Canadians in the arts and cultural life of their communities. The first annual Culture Days event swept across more than 700 Canadian cities and towns during the last weekend of September 2010, Read more [...]
Join us this September for the 9th annual Artists for Conservation Festival presented by RE/MAX – a multi-day art and environmental education event, featuring AFC’s annual show – the world’s top conservation-themed art exhibit and artist expo, benefiting wildlife. Meet leading artists from various countries, buy art, enjoy live music, art Read more [...]
Bowen Island, British Columbia Visual Arts, Multi/Interdisciplinary — Behind-the-scenes, Talks and Discussion Sun, summer, Bowen, art and artists: sounds like the perfect combination for a sublime weekend! Bowen Island is considered to be one of the most artistic communities in Canada and has an abundance of artists who are willing Read more [...]
Since 1995 The Vancouver Book and Magazine Fair Society has produced Word Vancouver (forrmerly The Word On The Street Vancouver), the primary literary festival for Western Canadian book lovers and literacy enthusiasts. In 2013 the festival rebranded as Word Vancouver. The Vancouver Book and Magazine Fair Society strives to promote Read more [...]
Opus Art Supplies CALLING ALL YOUNG ARTISTS! It’s time to bring out your brushes, squeeze out some paint, make your masterpiece, and join us for the 8th annual Opus Kids’ Art Exhibit! In addition to sharing your art with your community, you’ll be helping raise funds for the Creative Art Program Read more [...]
The Sunshine Coast’s leading edge arts festival will be presented this year from October 4 to 20, 2019. The multi-disciplinary Festival features visual art, music, heritage, drama, dance and a variety of workshops hosted at various indoor venues around the District of Sechelt. See secheltartsfestival.com for more event details.
Art After Dark is a soiree style party designed to cultivate the creative community in Vernon. Featuring appetizers, drinks, live music, interactive and collaborative art activities, door prizes, and our current exhibitions all in one evening at Vernon Public Art Gallery. Suggested attire for Art After Dark is cocktail party Read more [...]
The Sunshine Coast Art Crawl is a self directed art adventure held over 3 days, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. each day.. Travel along the entire Sunshine Coast Highway from Langdale to Earls Cove or Earls Cove to Langdale. It is a chance to meet the artists in their studios and experience Read more [...]
Chutzpah! Festival is an annual performing arts festival committed to bringing world-renowned international dance, music, theatre, and comedy to Vancouver audiences. Led by Mary-Louise Albert, Artistic Managing Director and recipient of the 2011 Canada Council for the Arts John Hobday Award for Excellence in Arts Management, Chutzpah! Festival offers eclectic Read more [...]
Picasso’s birthday, a day to honor artists and their indisputable contribution to society. International Artist Day (iAD) was launched in 2004 to honor the contribution artists make to society. 100 Braid Street Studios will present a pop-up gallery for IAD to showcase and celebrate regional, local and international artists. Including an anonymous Read more [...]
Experience the power of creativity at Splash – Arts Umbrella’s annual art auction and gala. On Saturday, October 26, 2019, Canada’s leading non-profit arts organization for young people will be hosting an unforgettable art auction and gala featuring close to 100 works by prominent artists from BC and beyond. Arts Umbrella serves more than 24,000 young Read more [...]
Paintings of the Salish Sea Nov 1 – 10 2019 Small and large landscape paintings, by internationally collected, contemporary Canadian artist, Terrill Welch, brush an ancient song in painting notes of movement and mystery across the canvases.
Visit the Bateman Foundation Gallery of Nature for the following exhibition. “A fallen tree should never die quietly, never mind who’s around to hear it.” Following the success of oneTree 2015 and oneTree 2017, The Bateman Foundation and Live Edge Design are partnering again to bring you oneTree 2019. We invite you to Read more [...]
“A fallen tree should never die quietly, never mind who’s around to hear it.” Following the success of oneTree 2015 and oneTree 2017, The Bateman Foundation and Live Edge Design are partnering again to bring you oneTree 2019. We invite you to join us in celebrating the life of a Read more [...]
The Christmas holidays begins with the Kris Kringle Craft Market. Come be part of the merry making at the 26th annual Christmas extravaganza – November Nov. 21, 22, 23, 24 at Beban Park Social Centre. This year, like every year, there will be a wide variety of Artisans to offer – over 150, in fact Read more [...]
Join to Esther Sample for her 5th Annual Open Studio Art Show! As a self taught oil and acrylic painter, Esther dives into the expression of the West Coast with passion, colour, and realistic renditions of local scenes. Having been a commercial fisherman in a past career, she fell deeply Read more [...]
The Whistler Film Festival Society (WFFS) is a charitable organization dedicated to celebrating and advancing the art of film through the annual Whistler Film Festival and Summit complimented by year-round series of events and programs for film fans and filmmakers that include film screenings and series, socials and fundraisers, and Read more [...]
Since 1999, the Downtown Nanaimo Artwalk has been an exciting cultural event for visual artists to display works of art for sale. This is a self-guided tour through artists studios and host locations, featuring a great variety of art with something for everybody’s budget.
Shop 50 handmade vendors at the New West Craft Winter Night Market. Enjoy live music and indulge in some delicious food and drinks. This year we have two shopping locations! Hop on the Skytrain and get off at the Braid Street Station. Follow the lights to 100 Braid St Studioswhere Read more [...]
Coldsnap is a unique, annual, nine-day live music festival that draws people together on cold winter nights. Each year musicians from around the world come to Prince George for a week of lively entertainment. Daily concerts feature performers from a wide variety of genres including indie, blues, jazz, Celtic, Canadiana, Read more [...]
Held every February at Beban Auditorium, 2300 Bowen Road, Nanaimo Celebrate Good Times at the Maple Sugar Festival du Sucre d’Érable! Join in the joie de vivre and indulge in an annual February weekend of food, fun, and music at Nanaimo’s Beban Auditorium! Decadent toffy on snow, delicious French Canadian Read more [...]
Founded in 2015 by non-profit Vancouver Visual Art Foundation, Art Vancouver is dedicated to raising awareness of the up and coming art scene in Western Canada. This year we are host to an international art fair in a world class location under the sails of the Vancouver Convention Centre East. Read more [...]
