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 [...]
The Pemberton Cultural Crawl takes you through the Pemberton Museum; an Art-BC Recommended member, the Tszil Learning Centre and the Pemberton Farmers Market. Visit the museum between May 15th – November! Take a step back in time and explore the Pioneer Village. Learn about Port Pemberton’s early days as a Read more [...]
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 [...]
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 Gardens are open until 11:00pm every night, from June 1 through September 15, from dusk onwards, they are transformed by our night illumination. Over 3000 subtle lights turn The Gardens into a magical wonderland, showcasing an artistic display of light and shadow. Arrive in late afternoon to see The 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 [...]
This exhibition brings awareness to the importance of Indigenous language revitalization. Guest curated by Jordana Luggi (Dakelh and Wet’suwet’en) in recognition of the United Nations’ International Year of Indigenous Languages, this group exhibition features new graffiti and collage works created by urban Indigenous youth and community members. These works were 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 [...]
This travelling exhibit features the work of photographer and artist David Ellingsen, whose family has roots on Cortes Island, BC. For five generations David Ellingsen’s family has been involved in British Columbia’s historical evolution of colonial forestry, from old growth deforestation and clear cutting to contemporary environmentally conscious harvest practices. 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 [...]
July 3 to August 28 – R.J. Haney Heritage Village & Museum is Celebrating twenty-six years of Villains and Vittles Dinner Theatre Productions. When Jennie finds herself lost in time and thrown into the middle of a mystery, things get personal. With the help of their friendly neighbourhood Mountie, Monty, Read more [...]
During the months of July and August, you have the opportunity to experience the various dances of the T̕seka performed by the T’sasala Cultural Group. You will see the next generation of Kwakwa̱k̕a̱’wakw sharing our culture to educate the world about our ancient songs, dances, teachings and values. These teachings are Read more [...]
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 [...]
The ViewPoint Art Gallery invites you to come experience their Artist On-Site Demos. Watch your favourite artist/artisan in action and ask them your questions while they paint/create. Schedule: July 6, 2019 –10:30 am – 12 pm, Natasha Smith, Mixed Media Artist, Demonstrating Printmaking July 7, 2019 – 2 – 4 Read 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
The ViewPoint Art Gallery in Nelson, BC invites you to their newest exhibition Running with the Salmon. A diverse collection of artwork from various artists in the Kootenays which explore not only the beauty of the spawning salmon but also the wildlife that relies upon them. For more information on Read more [...]
Art 10 is delighted to have Michael’s Paintings on our August Feature Wall. The Show goes up August 1, 2019 and there is an opening on August 3rd. from 2 to 4 pm. Come and meet the Artist and enjoy a coffee and treats on us. Our gallery is located Read more [...]
The 2nd Annual Skeena Salmon Art Show will be held at the Terrace Art Gallery August 2-30, 2019. Over 60 regional artists will showcase their original art celebrating salmon. Salmon are one of the main reasons many of us are here in the Skeena watershed, and are the foundation for Read more [...]
Film lovers will have another place to watch movies this summer – in the open air, under the stars in one of Whistler’s premiere destinations. The Whistler Film Festival in association with Creekside Village present the second annual WFF Summer Cinema Series featuring four, free, family friendly, outdoor movies every Read more [...]
We’re back for round two! Summer Movie Nights is back for its second year! Over eight evenings every Wednesday from July 3rd until August 21st, the Downtown Vancouver Business Improvement Association (DVBIA), in partnership with Fresh Air Cinema, will host a different movie every week on a four-storey inflatable screen Read more [...]
Opening Event Aug 15. 6pm – 8pm Atklokem Art Exhibition: A collaboration of contemporary Syilx Art brought together by Okanagan Artist David Wilson: featuring the work of Barb Marchand, Mariel Belanger, the Tule Teepee Group, Sheldon Louis, and the Okanagan Indian Band Youth Group for this Indigenous focused exhibition that will encompass Read more [...]
Petley Jones Gallery and Marie H. Becker present: BIOPHILIA Art Exhibit opening: Saturday, August 17, 2019 Artist in attendance 12PM – 5PM Come to the opening of BIOPHILIA! For “the passionate love of life and all that is alive” we invite you to come and HELP ENDANGERED ANIMALS WITH THE Read more [...]
Awaken the herbalist within and deepen your connection to the healing power of the natural world. Join us at Hollyhock with Yarrow Willard and learn to recognize health and disease, stagnation, and flow as you sharpen your senses and build relationships with the medicinal plants, mushrooms, and seaweeds of the Read more [...]
The Ryga Arts Festival is a diverse multi-day celebration of arts and culture in the Okanagan, inspired by influential Canadian playwright and author George Ryga. Bringing together professional and local artists, it features concerts, workshops, spoken word, author readings, visual arts, theatre, and more. Among this year’s highlights is Interweaving, 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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
Join us in celebrating the 20th Anniversary of the Vancouver International Tap Dance Festival from August 26 – September 1! To celebrate this milestone, The Festival will include week-long courses, weekend workshops, premiere performances by international artists, and free community gatherings. The Vancouver International Tap Dance Festival brings together the Read more [...]
Shakespeare’s classic comedy, The Taming of the Shrew, features a complicated heroine. Kate Minola is at odds with her family and her community, and her relationship with Petruchio can inspire strong opinions when viewed through a modern-day lens. But is there more to Kate than meets the eye? What can – Read more [...]
Join us at Hollyhock with Jennifer Moss and Jenni Schine. Tune into the power of sound, listening, and community storytelling. Attentive sound-walks, story creation guidance, and technical skills for podcast production, advance your acoustic projects within a supportive, group environment. Jenni Schine is an acoustic ethnographer and explores the oral Read more [...]
Join us at the Gabriola Commons on Aug 30 to Sept 1st for Cultivate: Gabriola Island’s end-of-summer, family-friendly celebration of music, theatre, art, and our community. This year’s festival features over 30 music and theatre performances and workshops, with that special Gabriola vibe. Musically, there’s something for everyone, from emerging Read more [...]
The City of Richmond is inviting the world to the party with its largest multicultural festival. The Richmond World Festival, presented by Coast Capital Savings, celebrates the City’s significant cultural diversity found throughout the local community. This free event features a four stages with a diverse line-up of international and 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 [...]
In Nostalgic Geography: Mama and Papa have Trains, Orchards and Mountains in their Backyard, artists prOphecy sun and Darren Fleet explore the history and geography of Harrop Procter BC, through a series of video and sound vignettes. Harrop-Procter is a rural community surrounded by historical fruit orchards, mountainous meadows and 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 [...]
Join us for North Van Arts 50th Anniversary Fundraising Gala & take a journey through the last 5 decades. Support our ongoing work of engagement & connection while we dazzle you with: Light installation & projections • Live music • A one-off Virtual Reality experience • The DecadesRetro Bar • An 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 [...]
Three-time JUNO award winners, Leahy is known world-wide as one of Canada’s most highly-regarded musical treasures. Having defined a uniquely Canadian music genre, and after three albums, three PBS Specials, an Academy Award-winning documentary, and international tours, Leahy builds on their traditional progressive folk-roots foundation with a new feast of Read more [...]
The Fall Festival at the Haig-Brown House is part artisan market, part community group gathering, part fly fishing celebration all rolled together with an environmental stewardship angle. The main stage will see the City hosting its annual Stewardship Awards as well as live music. Come with an appetite and sample 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 [...]
Fri Sep 27, 11AM – 7 PM, Sat Sep, 28 11AM – 7.00 PM and Sun Sep 29, 12.00 – 6.00 PM Three days of open studio at the Salt Water Studio, 1650 Duranleau street on Granville Island, Vancouver, offering visitors a Creative Photo Op. Wear the artist’s aprons, pick Read more [...]
Richmond offers more free, interactive cultural activities over the national Culture Days weekend than any other place in BC. Express your love of culture by participating in one of dozens of activities offered by local artists, designers, crafters, writers and other creative people. Explore Richmond’s heritage sites, learn a new 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 [...]
Oct 3 – Nov 17 Cloth Culture Larissa Beringer and Lindsay Lorraine (collaboratively known as Clothtone). Also featuring work by Holly Ward; Tiziana La Melia ; Zoe Kreye; Beth Howe. These artists invite discussion about the global garment industry and the impact it has on the environment. Cloth Culture specifically explores local economies of production that encourage systems 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.
Award-winning Author Christina Crook (JOMO) and Psychotherapist and Community Organizer Christina Malecka (Unplug. Reconnect. Restore: Digital Mindfulness Retreats) are teaming up to bring you a transformative program for four days of: Education: to help you understand the personal and professional costs of your digital devices Meditation: because mindfulness is the Read more [...]
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 [...]
Emily Carr University is excited to host Canada’s first and longest-running international art book fair in 2019. For the second-year running, the Vancouver Art Book Fair (VABF) multi-day festival will be held at the new Emily Carr campus, in various locations including the Ron Burnett Library + Learning Commons, the Michael O’Brian 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 [...]
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!
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 [...]
Fulmer Award in First Nations Art 2019 – Celebrating artistic excellence Nominations open until midnight July 15th Launched in 2006 British Columbia’s Fulmer Award in First Nations Art celebrates the space where art and culture intersect, honouring First Nations artistic traditions, and recognizing authentic craftsmanship. The annual award, launched in 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 [...]
North Van Arts’ annual exhibition fundraiser is back for 2019! Support the arts in your community and be the first in line to buy original artwork by emerging and established artists. Choose from over hundreds of pieces by artists who remain anonymous until the artwork has been purchased. All artwork Read more [...]
Join us for one of Vancouver’s most highly anticipated seasonal sales! You’ll find original paintings, drawings, ceramics, and sculpture, along with photographs, prints, wearable works, housewares, greeting cards and more! Best of all, you’ll discover + support the work of emerging designers and artists. Get your holiday shopping sorted while sustaining your local creative 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 [...]
Carter Wosk Award in Applied Art and Design – Elevating function and beauty Nominations open until midnight July 15th 2019 The Carter Wosk Award in Applied Art + Design celebrates British Columbians whose work directly contributes to the cultural and economic fabric of the province. The annual award, run by Read more [...]
In one of only three professional performances in the Lower Mainland this season, one of the most monumental and inspirational musical works of all time fills The ACT Arts Centre stage. Written in an astonishing 24 days in 1741, Messiah sets text from the King James Bible and other sacred 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 [...]
In an event celebrating the artistry of some Canada’s finest and best-loved songwriters and performers, multiple JUNO-award winner Shari Ulrich joins fellow musical superstar Bill Henderson for an evening of originals, much-loved hits, and newly-penned songs. Joined by their respective daughters – Bill’s daughters, singers Saffron and Camille Henderson and Read more [...]
The PuSh International Performing Arts Festival is Vancouver’s signature, mid-winter cultural event, taking place over three weeks each January in theatres and venues across the city. The PuSh Festival presents groundbreaking, contemporary works of theatre, dance, music, and multimedia by acclaimed local, national, and international artists. the PuSh International Performing Arts Festival 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 [...]
Save the dates! NORTH SHORE ART CRAWL: MARCH 7 & 8, 2020 EARLY BIRD ARTIST REGISTRATION: SEPTEMBER 30 – OCTOBER 20, 2019 ARTIST REGISTRATION DEADLINE: DECEMBER 18, 2019 The North Shore Art Crawl is a free community arts event that celebrates the creative energy of our local artists and enables Read more [...]
Good things come in threes. Chef Meets BC Grape 3 EVENTS, 3 LOCATIONS, OVER 3 MONTHS Vancouver, Calgary, Okanagan Experience the largest tasting of BC wine and food in Western Canada at this multi-city event series celebrating all things grown, crushed, raised and produced in BC. Join us at the 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 [...]
Keeping Ukrainian Culture Alive Our festival includes a dance competition, various displays of Ukrainian arts and crafts including embroidery, pysanka, wheat weaving as well as information on tours to Ukraine. Each year we feature a special display or exhibit relating to Ukrainian culture and heritage. Of course, no festival is Read more [...]
Designed to celebrate the vitality of our hand-crafted world, Crafted Vancouver brings together exceptional local, national & international artisans & designers, studios, galleries and shops making, exhibiting or selling fine craft-based work. Festival events take place at a variety of venues throughout Metro Vancouver over 25 days in May. Our Event Read more [...]
Good things come in threes. Chef Meets BC Grape 3 EVENTS, 3 LOCATIONS, OVER 3 MONTHS Vancouver, Calgary, Okanagan Experience the largest tasting of BC wine and food in Western Canada at this multi-city event series celebrating all things grown, crushed, raised and produced in BC. Join us in the Read more [...]
The Gibsons Landing Jazz Festival is a volunteer run community festival presented by the Sunshine Coast Jazz and Entertainment Society. It is held the second weekend in June each year. The Festival weekend is preceded by ‘Jazz Week’, a full week of live music in local restaurants and other venues 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 [...]
In honour of Canada 152, 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.
