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Art Walks & Studio Tours

Catch artists in their own space and see the inner workings of the studio tours life. Watch as a potter or ceramicist works clay with an expert touch. See a painter use colour, form and composition to splash an image on blank canvas. Experience the process of glassmaking,  woodworking, metal sculpting, and an endless variety of artistic expression. British Columbia’s diverse culture and pristine natural beauty create the perfect conditions for a vibrant arts community. Artists all over the province open the doors of their studios to the public for specialized viewing tours that can be found on Art-BC.com.  Studio  tours are  an excellent way to immerse yourself in the local art  scene. Some artists open their studios throughout the year, or for the summer season, while others will only be available for viewing  during organized studio tours. To begin, find an existing studio tour with a proposed itinerary or create your own cultural crawl – plan a visit to one of BC’s Creative Communities using the Guide and Art-BC.com to curate your own exploration of galleries, artist studios and more!
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Pemberton Mural Walk

Pemberton Mural Walk
Pemberton
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June 23, 2026
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December 31, 2026
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The Outside Voices Mural Program is a public art initiative that brings the streets of downtown Pemberton to life with aweinspiring, cause driven mural designs that reflect the heart and soul of the community, and engaging mural workshops. Artists’ designs will revitalize under-utilized walls and transform the way locals and visitors experience the Pemberton arts and culture scene. New mural Read more...
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Quesnel Painted Fire Hydrant Walking Tour

Explore Quesnel
Quesnel
Date:
June 23, 2026
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December 31, 2026
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Download PDF of the Tour The tour begins at City Hall on the corner of Kinchant Street and St. Laurent Avenue. Follow the brochure map to see all the hydrants in the order they are presented.Fire Hydrant Sponsors (in order of the tour ): Ron Rasmussen CA Subway City Furniture Safeway Expressions by Ewe Circle ‘S’ Western Wear Outlaws Willis Harper Spa Rivier Read more...
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Historical Walking Tour of Downtown New Westminster

Discover New Westminster
New Westminster
Date:
June 23, 2026
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December 31, 2026
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As one of Canada’s oldest cities, New Westminster is filled with history and is home to some of the province’s oldest structures. Follow along as we explore its historical roots and learn about the rich past of Downtown New West. We’ve listed four prominent buildings for you to explore, but be sure to do some of your own exploring along the way! Read more...
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Year-Round Penticton Art Walk

Year-Round Penticton Art Walk
Penticton
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June 23, 2026
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December 31, 2026
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Enjoy visiting local galleries and businesses that are open to the public all year long. Pick up a printed version at any of the locations below or download a version to view or print from our website. This map was created in partnership with the Penticton & District Community Arts Council, the Penticton Art Gallery, Visit Penticton, and the Downtown Read more...
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Kelowna Cultural Walking Tour | Kelowna Cultural District

Kelowna Cultural District
Kelowna
Date:
July 1, 2026
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December 31, 2026
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Download self-guided walking tour here Previously home to canneries, railways, shipping wharves, a sawmill, packinghouse and even a cigar factory, City planners were challenged with a now defunct industrial area. The district was once the centre of the Okanagan fruit-packing industry and with much of the land in public ownership, the sixblock area was ripe for a reimagining. Significant planning Read more...
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Chilliwack Art Trail | Tourism Chilliwack

Tourism Chilliwack
Chilliwack
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July 1, 2026
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December 31, 2026
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The Chilliwack Art Trail showcases the colourful murals born from the annual Mural Festival, now a permanent part of the city’s landscape. This self-guided walk offers a family-friendly way to explore downtown while experiencing the creativity and storytelling of local and international artists. Visit the website to plan your self-guided tour. Read more...
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Squamish Mural Walk

Squamish
Squamish
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July 1, 2026
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December 31, 2026
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The Squamish Mural Walk is a free, year-round self-guided tour of the 20+ murals in Downtown Squamish which includes new and existing murals. The best way to explore the murals in Downtown Squamish is by simply taking a stroll with this self-guided tour. Experience the diverse local cultures, history, and heritage of Squamish dating back to 2000 at your own Read more...
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First Saturday Open Art Studios

First Saturday Open Art Studios
Vancouver
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July 1, 2026
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December 19, 2026
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Opens monthly on First Saturday First Saturday Open Studios is a free, monthly event that began in 2010 and can be found in various locations across BC. This is an opportunity to visit artists at work in their studios located throughout the Lower Mainland, Vancouver Island, Gulf Islands and the Okanagan. Check the website for updates and who is open each Read more...
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Lumby Mural Tour

Lumby Mural Tour
Lumby
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July 1, 2026
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December 31, 2026
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Over the recent years, old and tired storefronts along with dusty streets began to find new life as residents and businesses began to refresh the place they call home. Storefronts and sidewalks capture the essence of yesterday and green spaces such as Norris Park emerged with a mix of nature in the village core. Colorful murals also make up our Read more...
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Summer Sunday Tours | Griffin Arts Project Gallery

Griffin Arts Projects Gallery
North Vancouver
Date:
July 15, 2026
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August 16, 2026
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July 5, 2026 July 19, 2026 August 9, 2026 August 16, 2026 1:00 to 2:00 PM On site at Griffin Art Projects We are excited to announce our new Summer Sunday Tours led by our Young Canada Works Marketing and Public Programs Assistant, Margaret Browning! Starting on July 5th at 1pm – 2:00pm, join us for an intimate guided tour Read more...
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Nelson International Mural Festival | Nelson Kootenay Lake Tourism

Nelson Kootenay Lake Tourism
Nelson
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August 7, 2026
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August 9, 2026
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Cultural vibrancy in Nelson continues to flourish under the festival’s engagement of street artists, muralists, creators, and art enthusiasts joining the festival from the local, national, and international art scene. Through large scale public artworks, educational opportunities, and by animating the public sphere with reflections of local cultures, histories, and stories, the NDAC furthers and fortifies collaboration amongst artists, businesses, Read more...
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Columbia Basin Culture Tour | West Kootenay Arts Council

West Kootenay Arts Council
Nelson
Date:
August 8, 2026
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August 9, 2026
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August 8 & 9, 2026 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. Each year, the tour invites you to:  meet people behind the scenes at galleries and museums  visit studios and venues not normally open to the public shop for original art or fine crafts  enjoy special events Self-directed and free of charge, the tour features the work of skilled Read more...
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Chilliwack Mural Festival

Tourism Chilliwack
Chilliwack
Date:
August 14, 2026
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August 16, 2026
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Welcome to the Chilliwack Mural Festival! This event celebrates public art presented by the Chilliwack Arts Council. Set against the backdrop of historic downtown Chilliwack, the three-day festival celebrates the creation of large-scale murals by emerging and established artists from Canada and around the world.  WHAT TO EXPECT AT CHILLIWACK MURAL FEST  Painting, murals and dancing in the street The Chilliwack Read more...
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Hope Art Crawl

Hope, Cascades & Canyons
Hope
Date:
August 15, 2026
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August 16, 2026
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HOPE ART CRAWL The Hope Art Crawl is an exhibition of artists throughout the community, where the public can visit the artists’ homes or studios where they sell their art. Purchase and view some great handmade art and meet local artists in our community. The event is suitable for all ages. A map/brochure of all the Hope Art Crawl venues Read more...
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Lake Country ArtWalk

Lake Country ArtWalk
Lake Country
Date:
September 12, 2026
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September 13, 2026
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The Okanagan’s Largest Art Show. Artists, Galleries, Fibre Arts, Live Music, Special Displays, Live Auction, Prizes, and so much more! This intriguing two day multi-arts festival offers an enormous amount of creative artworks of all forms and styles, along with music on four stages, and many special events. Follow the coloured gates to the two school sites within a park Read more...
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Route 19A Arts Festival

Lighthouse Community Center Society
Qualicum Beach
Date:
September 12, 2026
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September 27, 2026
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The 4th annual Route 19A Arts Festival is a 16 day event in September (Sept 12-27) on central Vancouver Island celebrating the creativity of the small communities along Route 19A (Dashwood, Qualicum Bay, Bowser, Deep Bay, Fanny Bay and Union Bay) by showcasing local visual and performing artists with a Fine Art Exhibition, Live Performances and an Artists Studio Tour.   www.route19a.com Sept Read more...
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Delta Studio Stomp Art Tour

Delta Studio Stomp Art Tour
Delta
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September 19, 2026
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September 20, 2026
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Immerse yourself in a weekend of local art in Delta’s communities of Ladner, Tsawwassen and North Delta on this open studio tour. Visit the artist’s where they work, experience their process first hand, purchase pieces directly from the source and talk to them about their inspiration & recent projects. The 2026 art tour is taking place the weekend of September Read more...
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North Shore Art Crawl 2026 | North Van Arts

CityScape Community ArtSpace Gallery & North Van Arts
North Vancouver
Date:
October 3, 2026
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October 4, 2026
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Get ready for an incredible weekend of art exploration! The North Shore Art Crawl will take place on October 3-4, 2026. This free, annual  arts festival offers art enthusiasts an insider’s look into the vibrant North Shore arts scene. What started with just two artists and a big idea has blossomed into the incredible North Shore Art Crawl! Now in Read more...
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New Westminster Cultural Crawl

New Westminster Cultural Crawl
New Westminster
Date:
October 3, 2026
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October 4, 2026
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The New West Cultural Crawl is back, and this time, it’s bigger and more vibrant than ever as the annual family-friendly event celebrates their 23rd year. From October 3 to 4 the city of New Westminster will come alive with a vibrant array of events and activities that highlight the city’s rich artistic community. This year’s event promises to inspire attendees Read more...
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Nanoose Bay Thanksgiving Tour

Nanoose Bay Studio Tour
Nanoose Bay
Date:
October 10, 2026
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October 11, 2026
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October 10 & 11, 2026                                                                                                                Read more...
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Gabriola Thanksgiving Studio Tour

Gabriola Arts Council
Gabriola Island
Date:
October 10, 2026
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October 12, 2026
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Gabriola Island’s Thanksgiving Studio Tour celebrates its 30th anniversary in 2026! More than 50 participating studios on Canada’s Isle of the Arts open to over 1,500 visitors during Thanksgiving weekend. Plan your route at our Tour Central Preview Gallery, then venture out and find art of all kinds for your own collection: drawings, paintings, collage, sculpture, prints, ceramics, woodwork, textiles, Read more...
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Squamish Artwalk | Explore Squamish

Squamish
Squamish
Date:
October 17, 2026
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October 18, 2026
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The annual Squamish ArtWalk takes place in October and comprises four elements: Open Artist Studios; ArtTalks; Arts Workshops; and an Anonymous Art Show. The month-long celebration, presented by Squamish Arts, offers accessible opportunities for residents and visitors alike to engage with local artists, participate in art experiences, and create share work themselves. This inclusive program takes place in various venues Read more...
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Sunshine Coast Art Crawl

Sunshine Coast Art Crawl
Sunshine Coast
Date:
October 23, 2026
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October 25, 2026
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The Crawl is a free, self-guided tour you can take at your own pace, a perfect opportunity to bring your family and friends together to experience Coast Life and uncover some unique, often hidden, spots. Explore the online listings and pick up a printed brochure to plan your visits. “Did you Know” the Sunshine Coast Art Crawl’” was listed as Read more...
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Nanaimo Art Walk

Nanaimo Arts Council
Nanaimo
Date:
November 21, 2026
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November 22, 2026
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Since 1998, 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. Read more...
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Nanoose Bay Christmas Crawl Studio Tour

Nanoose Bay Studio Tour
Nanoose Bay
Date:
December 5, 2026
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December 6, 2026
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December 5 & 6, 2026                                                                                                                Read more...
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Maple Ridge Pitt Meadows Art Studio Tour

Maple Ridge Pitt Meadows Art Studio Tour
Maple Ridge
Date:
May 8, 2027
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May 9, 2027
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Our 26th annual tour promises to be a unique experience with over 80 local and visiting artists in 26 locations. The tour winds through urban neighbourhoods and rural landscapes nestled against the Golden Ears Mountains. Enjoy a variety of art mediums including stained glass, photography, sculpture, pottery, painting, textiles, woodwork, and jewellery. Below you will find links to our artists’ information Read more...
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Sunshine Coast Purple Banner Studio Tour

Sunshine Coast Purple Banner Studio Tour
Sechelt
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October 31, 2027
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December 31, 2027
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EXPLORE THE ARTS + CULTURE LANDSCAPE OF THE SUNSHINE COAST The Coast Cultural Alliance’s role is to enhance arts and cultural tourism on the Sunshine Coast and to project a single, strong voice for local culture. The Alliance includes groups and individuals from the visual, performing, literary, and media arts on the Sunshine Coast. ARTS & CULTURE EVENTS ON THE Read more...

Upcoming Community Events

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Kaaganhlxa—Home Safe | Haida Gwaii Museum

Haida Gwaii Museum
Skidegate
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May 1, 2026
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May 31, 2027
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Curated by Gid Kuuyas Collison-Robertson and Kaw Kay James Williams, KaaGanhlxa, or Home Safe, features a selection of Haida cultural belongings repatriated since 2020, on display in the museum’s Sky Gallery. It comes on the heels of the museum’s partnership with the Haida Repatriation Committee to host a two-day reburial for the remains of repatriated Ancestors in January. The community also held Read more...
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Sacred in All Forms | Campbell River Art Gallery

Campbell River Art Gallery
Campbell River
Date:
May 7, 2026, 12:00 am
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August 8, 2026, 12:00 am
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Sacred in All Forms at the Campbell River Art Gallery is a contemporary exhibition exploring the sacred as something plural, embodied, and relational rather than fixed within traditional patriarchal ideas of divinity. Featuring artists Sandeep Johal, Xiaojing Yan, Kourtney Jackson, and Aaron McIntosh, the exhibition examines themes of gender, spirituality, identity, motherhood, queer experience, ancestry, and connection to land and Read more...
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Lumby & District Public Market

Lumby & District Public Market
Lumby
Date:
May 9, 2026
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September 19, 2026
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Our Public Market in Lumby welcomes you to come see the Local farm produce available , Wonderful talented Artists, Musicians , Home base businesses and local Entrepreneurs. Seasonally Open from Saturday  until September 2026. We are Proud to say that we are home to the B.C Butter tart Festival once a year in September. Read more...
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Vistas: From Takao Tanabe’s Travels | Audain Art Gallery

Audain Art Museum
Whistler
Date:
May 16, 2026
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September 21, 2026
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Takao Tanabe’s fascination with landscapes comes vividly to life through his travels across British Columbia, North America, the Arctic, and Europe. With his camera always at hand, he journeyed widely to explore the wonders of places that sparked his curiosity and creative drive. Tanabe captured their geographical features and unique atmosphere, translating them into paintings in his studio that balance Read more...
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Giants at Work: Big Jobs, Bigger Machines | Britannia Mine Museum

Britannia Mine Museum
Britannia Beach
Date:
May 16, 2026
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September 7, 2026
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May 16 – September 7, 2026 | Temporary Summer Exhibit Step into the world of giant machines at Britannia Mine Museum in Britannia Beach, BC. This 2026 summer exhibit explores the powerful equipment that makes modern mining possible, from towering mining trucks to massive loaders and drills designed to handle enormous tasks safely and efficiently. At Giants at Work: Big Jobs, Bigger Machines, visitors will explore the Read more...
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I Use My Haida Eyes | MOA

MOA | Museum of Anthropology
University Endowment Lands
Date:
May 19, 2026
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October 12, 2026
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I Use My Haida Eyes: The History Robes of Jut-ke-Nay–Hazel Wilson explores a singular body of work by the late Jut-ke-Nay–Hazel Wilson (1941–2016), a Haida artist who dedicated her life to Haida cultural work. Between 2005 and 2006, Wilson created a powerful, untitled series of 51 “history robes,” which recount specific episodes of Haida history in stunning detail—from a Haida perspective. Wilson’s Read more...
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Emergence, Fireline Kinship, Through Our Eyes, and Gathered.

Vernon Public Art Gallery
Vernon
Date:
May 21, 2026
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July 29, 2026
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The Vernon Public Art Gallery is pleased to present four new exhibitions: Emergence, Fireline Kinship, Through Our Eyes, and Gathered. Emergence is a group exhibition that features recent BFA graduates from UBCO, showcasing a range of innovative approaches in research and studio practice. The 2026 exhibition includes work by Averi Boerboom, Trinity Davis, Rain Doody, Carly Johnson, Clifford Jasper Ozee, Stevie Poling, and Maya Read more...
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Come From Away | Arts club Theatre

Come From Away | Arts club Theatre
Vancouver
Date:
May 28, 2026
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July 26, 2026
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The Arts Club Theatre Company presents Come From Away, a powerful, Canadian-made musical running May 28 to July 26, 2026, at the Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage in Vancouver. Created by Canadian writers Irene Sankoff and David Hein, this Tony Award–nominated production is staged in partnership with the Citadel Theatre. Inspired by true events following the September 11 attacks, the musical Read more...
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