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BC’s Best Festivals & Events

BC festivals and events are as diverse as our geography and residents. From Bard on the Beach in Vancouver’s Vanier Park to symphonic experiences with Kamloops Symphony Orchestra, Art-BC.com brings you the most comprehensive list of events throughout the province.

Festivals

Being that British Columbia is a cultural hub, you can expect to find year-round artistic events anywhere you go. Visit ongoing exhibitions at local galleries, or stop by a studio for a one-day art walk! Immerse yourself in the art of film during the Whistler Film Festival. And by all means, jam out at Prince George's Coldsnap Winter Music Festival.

With Art-BC you can experience dance, studio tours, pumpkin patches, and music of all genres, all while exploring some of the most beautiful landscapes the world has to offer.

Art-BC.com is your source for all of the best BC festivals and events in the province!

Find events in Courtenay, Vernon, Smithers, Nelson, Pender Island, Summerland, or ,Vancouver

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Bulkley Valley Farmers’ Market

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June 11, 2022
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June 6, 2023
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Our vendors sell food & artisan products that are 100% made, baked, or grown locally. Join us Saturday mornings at the corner of Hwy 16 and Main Street in Smithers. Do you have a passion for local produced food, plants and artisan products? Come to the Bulkley Valley Farmers’ Market and purchase directly from the source! Saturday mornings the place Read more...
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ArtSpring Presents 2022-23 season

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October 2, 2022
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February 25, 2023
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Welcome to the ArtSpring Presents 2022-23 season. 28 live music, dance, and theatre events, an international visual art exhibition, live broadcasts from the Met, youth choirs, creative residencies, and community workshops. There’s something for everyone in this season’s exciting lineup. Professional touring artists from Canada and beyond bring a mix of classical, baroque, jazz, blues, folk, and pop music, along with thrilling Read more...
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First Saturday Open Art Studios

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January 7, 2023
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December 2, 2023
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First Saturday Open Art Studios is a free, monthly event that began in 2010 and can be found in various locations across the Lower Mainland. Every first Saturday noon to five pm, over 85 individual artists and art collectives open their workshops for you to enjoy! Be inspired by original art or buy your new, favorite piece directly from a local artist. Read more...
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Family Day at MOV: Local Storytellers

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February 20, 2023
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Monday, February 20, 2023 | 10:00am – 5:00pm Join us this Family Day and receive complimentary admission to Museum of Vancouver during opening hours (10-5pm) and register for scheduled programming with local storytellers!   Scheduled Programs: Puppets Tell Stories: Puppetry Workshop with Ventriloquist Kellie Haines Time: 10:30am-12:00pm Tickets: $35 per participant   Stories from the Land: Live storytelling with Chief Ian Campbell Time: Two time slots open Read more...
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Modern Table: Sok-do (Velocity)

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February 22, 2023, 7:30 pm
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EXCLUSIVE EVENT ~ Only performance on the west coast! “Modern Table makes a strong statement with Sok-do (Velocity) as creative cutting- edge trendsetters in the contemporary dance arena.” – The Upcoming Combining traditional Korean dance with contemporary movement, eight virtuoso male dancers driven by the rhythmic sounds of live Ajaeng music (traditional Korean stringed instrument) display extraordinary physical prowess in Read more...
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Canadian Rock Icon’s Sloan to Play Song Sparrow Hall

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March 5, 2023
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They’re one of the biggest names from the ’90s Canadian East Coast alternative scene, and it’s an accolade-filled quarter-century career the Salmon Arm Folk Music Society is thrilled to bring to Song Sparrow Hall Sunday, March 5, 2023.  Born in Halifax and based in Toronto, Sloan grew to Canadian indie rock fame in the early ’90s when bassist and vocalist Chris Murphy, guitarists Read more...
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Artstraordinaire! At Pacific Arts Market

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March 11, 2023
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This is the ultimate VIP experience for anyone looking to have ART in their life. New home buyers, interior designers, real estate agents, spring cleaners and more! Are you looking at blank walls and wanting to see them come alive? Perhaps you want to redesign your space, or it is your job to help people to redesign their space. Art Read more...
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Hillel Kogan: We Love Arabs

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April 13, 2023, 8:00 pm
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April 15, 2023, 10:00 pm
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The Dance Centre presents Hillel Kogan: We Love Arabs Thursday-Saturday April 13-15, 2023 | 8pm  Scotiabank Dance Centre, 677 Davie St, Vancouver Tickets $34/$25 April 14 performance in French | Presented with Théâtre La Seizième We Love Arabs dives into the toughest of questions – how can we co-exist within conflict? Somewhere in Tel Aviv, a Jewish choreographer enlists an Arab dancer Read more...
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Maple Ridge Pitt Meadows Art Studio Tour

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May 6, 2023
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May 7, 2023
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After 2 consecutive years of covid cancellations the annual Mother’s Day weekend Maple Ridge Pitt Meadows Art Studio Tour is back, bigger, bolder and better than ever! –       Saturday May 6 & Sunday May 7, 2023 from 10am to 4pm –       Maple Ridge & Pitt Meadows, B.C. –       Free event, everyone welcome, no appointment required –       42 Artists in 27 studios open their Read more...
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Meadowlark Nature Festival

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May 19, 2023
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May 22, 2023
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Come to the Sunny Okanagan! Yes – we have a lot of Vineyards. Yes – we have pristine beaches. But more than that, we have a unique ecosystem which deserves your attention. The Meadowlark Nature Festival celebrates the natural wonders of the South Okanagan and Similkameen Valleys. With a wide variety of hikes and bikes and walks and talks, we Read more...
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Creative Chaos

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June 3, 2023
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June 4, 2023
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Creative Chaos is hailed as one of the major tourist events in Vernon B.C. attracting some 20,000 men, women, and children and the largest craft sale of its kind in western Canada. It showcases approximately 200 artisans and crafters from throughout B.C., the Pacific Northwest, and the Eastern Provinces. As well there are Specialty Food products, a Creative Activities section, Read more...
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The Harrison Festival of the Arts

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June 7, 2023
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June 16, 2023
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The 44th Annual Harrison Festival of the Arts is coming July 7th-16th, 2023 Harrison Festival Society World Music & Art. Small Town Roots.   Read more...
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SQUAMISH MURAL WALK

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June 24, 2023
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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. Last year eleven new mural installations were painted during the Squamish Mural Festival in June 2022. The best way to explore the murals in Downtown Squamish is by simply taking a stroll with this self-guided tour. Experience the diverse Read more...
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Steveston Salmon Festival

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July 1, 2023
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July 1, 2023 The festival’s main event will take place July 1, 2023, from 10am–4pm. The day-long program will feature live music, exhibitions, demonstrations, and a variety of hands-on activities. Community is at the core of festival programming, which highlights the themes of family, fitness, and fun.   Read more...
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Harrison Festival of the Arts

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July 7, 2023
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July 16, 2023
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Celebrate the Arts   – July 7th-16th, 2023 Festivals that celebrate the arts are a fun affair and great for all ages. Better yet, how about one set against the backdrop of magnificent mountains and the sandy beaches of Harrison Lake? For 4 decades, the Harrison Festival of the Arts has presented the best in Canadian and International performing and visual arts. Read more...
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Sooke Fine Arts Show

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July 21, 2023
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August 6, 2023
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rom the end of July to early August each year the Sooke Fine Arts Show invites art lovers, and those curious about art, to visit SEAPARC Leisure Centre in Sooke, where the ice arena has been transformed into a sparkling, 17,000 square foot gallery displaying 370+ original works of West Coast art. The Sooke Fine Arts Show is a 36-year strong, 11-day community arts experience, Read more...
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Nelson Artwalk

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July 28, 2023
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September 3, 2023
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The Nelson & District Arts Council (NDAC) is delighted to announce that the 34th annual ArtWalk will return to the businesses and streets of Nelson for a fully in-person experience featuring local artists, performers, and venues in 2022. ArtWalk is an annual tradition that has united businesses, artists, and community members for over three decades. The event populates unique venues Read more...
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Kaslo Jazz Etc Summer Music Festival

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August 4, 2023
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August 6, 2023
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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, folk, world music and much more.  Our unique floating stage Read more...
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Sunshine Coast Festival of the Written Arts

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August 10, 2023
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August 13, 2023
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The Sunshine Coast Festival of the Written Arts is honoured and grateful to carry out its work in the shíshálh swiya, the unceded and traditional homelands of the shíshálh People. We strive to be respectful allies through both word and action. The SCFWA was founded in 1983 by Betty Keller and members of the SunCoast Writers Forge. Celebrating its 40th year in Read more...
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Hope Art Crawl

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August 12, 2023
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August 13, 2023
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It’s official!!! The dates for the Hope Art Crawl 2023 SATURDAY AUGUST 12 and SUNDAY AUGUST 13TH Stay tuned for information early in the new year so you can start planning to participate or plan to attend. We look forward to showcasing more local artists and inviting more people to our lovely community to experience all the creativity it has Read more...
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Hope Chainsaw Carving Competition

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August 17, 2023
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August 20, 2023
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Hope Chainsaw Carvings In Hope, you will quickly notice the 80 plus chainsaw carvings proudly displayed around the town centre. Hope has been appropriately tagged as the Chainsaw Carving Capital. You will find a self-guided walking tour map available at the Visitor Centre (919 Water Avenue). The carvings often feature local wildlife such as eagles, mountain sheep, bears and cougars Read more...
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Tiny Lights Festival

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September 1, 2023
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September 3, 2023
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Our Tiny Lights Team, has been quietly working behind the scenes, doing the deep work of reflection while continuing to support equity and systems change in the BC arts landscape. While the festival was on hiatus due to COVID-19 restrictions we were able to develop new intimate ways to be connected, close, and creative with our Ignites and Insight series. We Read more...
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Richmond Culture Days

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September 22, 2023
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October 15, 2023
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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 dance move, sing along with a choir, compose a story Read more...
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Sunshine Coast Art Crawl

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October 20, 2023
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October 22, 2023
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October 20-22, 2023 the Sunshine Coast Art Crawl will be presenting 150+ venues featuring over 250 artists from Langdale to Earls Cove. Over the 3 days, the Coast transforms into one large interactive art show. Join friends and take a free self-directed scenic coastal tour; meet the artists and discover where they live, work and play. Art Walks Many artists will be offering Read more...
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West Coast Christmas Show

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November 17, 2023
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November 19, 2023
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The West Coast Christmas Show & Artisan Market is Western Canada’s leading holiday season show that brings together holiday gifts, fancy foods, personal services, decor ideas, festive live florals and culinary inspiration under one roof. BUY TICKETS HERE The 16th Annual West Coast Christmas Show & Artisan Market is excited to return to Tradex offering a unique, one-of-a-kind shopping experience Read more...
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Children’s Arts Festival

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February 20, 2023
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The City of Richmond’s annual Family Day festival of creativity for kids features interactive workshops and activities led by professional artists. Pre-register for one of dozens of Creativity Classes or drop in to take in staged performances and hands-on Imagination Stations. Read more...
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Annual Maple Sugar Festival du Sucre d’Erable

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February 24, 2023
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February 26, 2023
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When Annual Maple Sugar Festival du Sucre d’Erable will take place? It will take place on February 24, 2023 – February 26, 2023 Experience the French Canadian cultural traditions through musical performances, children’s entertainment, visual arts, contests, educational videos, and a little history of our traditions. Be sure not to miss our comedian Saturday evening, a one-shot opportunity, Live Streamed! Read more...
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Doors Open Richmond

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June 3, 2023
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June 4, 2023
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The annual Doors Open Richmond returns this spring as a free, in-person and online event from June 1 to 4, 2023. Doors Open celebrates cultural diversity and raises civic awareness by offering a look inside places of worship, cultural and civic centres, local businesses, museums and heritage sites. Featuring approximately 35 sites, Most in-person programs require advance registration, with a Read more...
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Chetwynd Annual International Chainsaw Carving Championship

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June 9, 2023
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June 12, 2023
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The Annual Chetwynd International Chainsaw Carving Championship has visually shaped The District of Chetwynd into a one-of-a-kind locale. Artists from all over the world compete in this unique competition. The District of Chetwynd keeps each intricately carved piece from the championship and places them throughout town. Spectators can watch the artists create their works of art over the four days Read more...
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Smithers Mid-Summer Music Festival

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June 30, 2023
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July 2, 2023
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The Festival embraces all genres of music, hosting an eclectic mix of musicians performing on one of four stages. We are fortunate to have world-class artists headline the festival every year. In addition to our headliners, Midsummer showcases dozens of talented local and regional performers, discovering fresh new music in the valley. The festival also includes a variety of interactive Read more...
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Parksville Beach Festival

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July 13, 2023
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July 16, 2023
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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  this remarkable competition in Parksville, British Columbia, Canada. Sculptors have 30 hours over four days to create Read more...
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Kamloops International Buskers Festival

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July 20, 2023
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July 23, 2023
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Our event is a family oriented, FREE TO ATTEND festival presented on outdoor stages. Tips to Buskers hats welcomed and appreciated! Entertainers include acrobats, magicians, jugglers, hula hoops, musicians and more! You’ll be amazed by the outstanding depth of talent we present across downtown! Our shows activate daily at 1 pm and run through to 9 pm. Amazing performances and Read more...
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Filberg Festival

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August 4, 2023
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August 6, 2023
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Artisan submissions for Filberg Festival 2023 are now open! Don’t forget to apply before March 1st to make the adjudication deadline. All applications are juried by a festival panel and successful applicants will be notified via email of their acceptance by March 28th. Tag your favourite artisans in the comments! Head to filbergfestival.com to apply! Read more...
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Powell Street Festival | 2023

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August 5, 2023, 11:30 am
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August 6, 2023, 7:00 pm
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Oppenheimer Park and surrounding areas. Powell Street Festival is one of the largest and the longest-running community arts festivals in Canada, located in Vancouver’s historic Japanese Canadian neighbourhood, Paueru Gai – today known as the Downtown Eastside. The Powell Street Festival Society also offers year-round programs, and collaborates with local organizations, artists, and communities. Discover the Culture and Heritage of Read more...
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Nelson International Mural Festival

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August 11, 2023
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August 13, 2023
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With over 400 national and international muralists applying to take part in this year’s festival – 2022 promises to be yet another stellar event, with acclaimed artists such as Ric Gendron, the acclaimed Sinixt artist, who will be painting a new mural on Hall Street. A member of the Arrow Lakes Band (Sinixt) of the Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation in Northeastern Washington, where he lives and works – Gendron creates expressive paintings that Read more...
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Ryga Arts Festival

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August 12, 2023
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August 20, 2023
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Summerland’s Ryga Arts Festival is a multi-day arts festival featuring live music, play readings and artistic workshops, symposiums, and more, all with a connection to – or inspired by – internationally-performed Canadian playwright, novelist, poet, and Summerland resident George Ryga. The Ryga household was always full of music, discussions, poetry and theatre, and the love of language, learning, and expression Read more...
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ROOTSandBLUES Festival

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August 17, 2023
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August 21, 2023
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Check out amazing playlist for the upcoming festival here. After two long years, we are looking forward to welcoming you back to the Salmon Arm Fairgrounds next summer to celebrate the magic of music together and the return of an in-person festival for the 30th annual Salmon Arm ROOTSandBLUES Salmon Arm ROOTSandBLUES is more than just a leading BC music Read more...
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Richmond Maritime Festival

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August 26, 2023
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August 27, 2023
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The Richmond Maritime Festival is Richmond’s signature event showcasing the cultural and maritime heritage of Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site. Visitors in-person and virtually are not just observers, but have the opportunity to experience the arts and participate in Steveston’s maritime heritage. Learn more at www.richmondmaritimefestival.ca.    Read more...
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Nanaimo International Jazz Festival (NIJFA)

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September 15, 2023
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September 17, 2023
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2022 Fall Festival is already behind us. A great success with record attendance. So what comes next? Check our Calendar Read more...
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Word Vancouver

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September 15, 2023
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September 24, 2023
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MAIN FESTIVAL DAY @ SFU HARBOUR CENTRE Word Vancouver is a free annual literary arts festival held in September, with special events leading up to the festival. Our mission at Word is to foster connectivity, inclusivity, inspiration and to bring the joy of the written word. Since 1995 The Vancouver Book and Magazine Fair Society has produced Word Vancouver (formerly Read more...
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New West Craft Market

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September 16, 2023, 11:00 am
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December 16, 2023, 4:00 pm
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New West Craft is a handmade market hosted by the Arts Council of New Westminster. New West Craft aims to provide a welcoming environment for crafters, artisans, and makers to share their work with the community. Our markets take place on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of every month from 11 am to 4 pm at River Market in downtown Read more...
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Artists for Conservation Festival

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September 21, 2023
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September 24, 2023
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Join us for the 12th Artists for Conservation Festival presented by RE/MAX – a multi-day nature-themed arts and culture event that immerses visitors in a blend of visual art, musical and First Nations cultural performances, art workshops/activities, plein-air sketching, live music, art demos and films. In 2022, the festival returns to VanDusen Botanical Garden in Vancouver as the primary programming base Read more...
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Sechelt Arts Festival

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October 12, 2023
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October 31, 2023
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The 18th Annual Sechelt Arts Festival will be centred around creating new and exciting artistic expressions from recycled objects and ideas, or turning traditional norms upside down. Enjoy two weeks of visual arts, heritage, music, dance, and community engagement events. Visit secheltartsfestival.com to learn more. Read more...
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