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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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Public Art and Murals in Sechelt

Public Art and Murals in Sechelt
Sechelt
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January 1, 2026
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May 30, 2026
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Take a walk throughout downtown Sechelt, BC, to discover a variety of colourful murals and locally made sculptures. We recommend you start your walk at the Sechelt Visitor Info Centre, and finish at the Sunshine Coast Arts Centre gallery. This guided tour includes highlights of the District of Sechelt’s Public Art Collection as well as murals located on various businesses Read more...
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First Saturday Open Art Studios

First Saturday Open Art Studios
Vancouver
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January 4, 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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January 28, 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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Castlegar Sculpturewalk

Castlegar Sculpturewalk
Castlegar
Date:
February 3, 2026
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June 27, 2026
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Sculpture Capital of Canada™ Castlegar Sculpturewalk is a annual rotating exhibition showcasing thirty outdoor sculptures, from national and international artists,  in Castlegar’s downtown core. From May to October the public can vote on their favourite piece via ballot, and the winner of this People’s Choice Award is purchased by the City of Castlegar for the permanent collection. There are additional cash Read more...
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Kelowna Cultural Walking Tour | Kelowna Cultural District

Kelowna Cultural District
Kelowna
Date:
February 4, 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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February 4, 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

Explore Squamish And the Squamish Adventure Centre
Squamish
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February 4, 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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Maple Ridge Pitt Meadows Art Studio Tour

Maple Ridge Pitt Meadows Art Studio Tour
Maple Ridge
Date:
May 9, 2026
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May 10, 2026
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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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May’d on Gabriola - May 16, 2026

Gabriola Arts Council
Gabriola
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May 16, 2026, 10:00 am
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May 17, 2026, 4:00 pm
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Step into the creative spirit of Gabriola Island at MAY’d on Gabriola, a vibrant, island-wide arts festival that transforms the community into an immersive cultural experience. Wander through 39 unique venues and discover over 65 artists, artisans, musicians, and food vendors, each offering a glimpse into their craft, from handcrafted goods to live music. Open from 10am to 4pm on Read more...
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Bowen Island Arts Tour

Bowen Island Arts Tour
Bowen Island
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May 23, 2026
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May 24, 2026
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Discover the Arts of Bowen Island. Join us for a FREE Self Guided Tour of 23 Art Studios and Hubs. Over 135 artists will be sharing their love of art with you. Sculpture, Photography, Painting, Ceramics, Jewellery, Textiles, Literary Works, and more. Each day will also offer a variety of Musical Performances and Literary Readings. This is a unique opportunity Read more...
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West of Main Artwalk

Artists in Our Midst
Vancouver
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May 30, 2026
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May 31, 2026
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The community is invited to fill their weekend with art May 30 & 31st. Private art studios and pop-up artist venues will be open across Vancouver’s west side during the Open Studio Tour & Sale open daily 11-5. From internationally recognized artists to some of the city’s emerging talent, this free event is a unique opportunity to explore and engage with artists Read more...
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Horseshoe Bay Art Walk

Horseshoe Bay Art Walk
West Vancouver
Date:
June 22, 2026
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Discover the charm of the Horseshoe Bay Art Walk on Sunday, May 31st, 2026, from 11am to 4pm. Take a leisurely stroll through our charming seaside community and immerse yourself in the vibrant art scene. Local potters, painters, jewelers and woodworkers showcase their finest creations at various locations throughout Horseshoe Bay.       Read more...
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Artisan Studio Tour | Tourism Smithers

Tourism Smithers
Smithers
Date:
July 17, 2026
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July 19, 2026
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A FREE self-guided tour! Each summer, a group of Artisans of the Bulkley Valley invite you to visit their studios in and around Smithers and Telkwa on a dedicated day or weekend. Explore the valley while you enjoy this FREE self-guided tour. Pottery, paintings jewelry, stained glass, cards, fabric arts, baskets and more. July 17, 18 & 19, 2026 FRIDAY July Read more...
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Nanoose Bay Studio Tour – Summer Breeze Tour

Nanoose Bay Studio Tour
Nanoose Bay
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July 18, 2026
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July 19, 2026
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July 18 & 19, 2026                                                                                                                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
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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
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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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New Westminster Cultural Crawl

New Westminster Cultural Crawl
New Westminster
Date:
October 4, 2026
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October 5, 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

Explore Squamish And the Squamish Adventure Centre
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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Sunshine Coast Purple Banner Studio Tour

Sunshine Coast Purple Banner Studio Tour
Sechelt
Date:
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...
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Upcoming Community Events

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Dream Factory: Cantopop Mandopop 1980s-2000 | Chinese Canadian Museum

Chinese Canadian Museum
Vancouver
Date:
May 28, 2025
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July 19, 2026
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Welcome to Dream Factory — where pop stardom, migration, and music history collide. This bold, genre-defining exhibition celebrates the golden age of Cantopop and Mandopop — the iconic sounds that took Asia by storm and sparked a global music revolution. On view from May 28, 2025 at the Chinese Canadian Museum, Dream Factory dives into two unforgettable decades of pop — from idol fandoms Read more...
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Upcoming Events | Tourism Nanaimo

Tourism Nanaimo
Nanaimo
Date:
October 1, 2025
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May 29, 2026
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Embrace the eclectic energy of Nanaimo at our Bathtub Races, a thrilling tribute to our marine heritage, or get lost in the magic of our Lantern Festival, join the city in colour for our Pride Festival, Jazz fest and more. Every season brings something new and exciting, ensuring that no two visits to Nanaimo are ever the same. Here’re Upcoming Read more...
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Parallax(e): Perspectives on the Canada–U.S. Border | The Reach Gallery

The Reach Gallery Museum
Abbotsford
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October 8, 2025
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May 30, 2026
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Canada and the United States have immense powers over people and legal rights. Yet they are not the first or only nations in these lands. What do we really know about the history of the 49th parallel? How was it visualized and carved into the landscape over a century and a half ago? What perspectives are lost when we look Read more...
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Jim Lambie: Zobop (Colour-Chrome)

Vancouver Art Gallery
Vancouver
Date:
October 22, 2025
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October 12, 2026
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Jim Lambie transforms everyday architectural spaces into immersive, energetic experiences through his vibrant vinyl tape installations. These site-specific works are an extension of his acclaimed Zobop series, which uses brightly coloured strips of industrial vinyl tape to contour the architectural space, wrapping its form in optical rhythm and vivid saturation. Lambie is a Glasgow–based artist, DJ and musician. His practice Read more...
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Revitalized Permanent Exhibition and Guided Tours Experience | Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre in Whistler

Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre in Whistler
Whistler
Date:
December 31, 2025
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July 9, 2026
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The Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre (SLCC) in Whistler invites guests to experience the revitalization of its permanent exhibitions, featuring newly updated interpretive content in the Great Hall and the What We Treasure collection in Gallery One. Developed in collaboration with community members, the refreshed storyboards reflect the voices, perspectives, and languages of both the Squamish Nation and Lil’wat Nation, offering Read more...
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OPUS Workshops

Opus Art Supplies – Workshops & Classes
Vancouver
Date:
December 31, 2025
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May 20, 2026
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Our Workshops & Classes listings are a great way to find creative courses offered throughout British Columbia.  opusartsupplies.com/resources/events Resources for the Creative Individual Art Materials, Digital Printing, and Picture Frames Videos, Demonstrations, Workshops, and Community Events Friendly and Knowledgeable Staff Locations across BC plus a National Mail Order Service Opus Art Supplies are available at these BC Locations: Read more...
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Touchstone Nelson Heritage Walking Tour | Nelson Kootenay Lake Tourism

Nelson Kootenay Lake Tourism
Nelson
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December 31, 2025
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May 10, 2026
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We hope you will enjoy your exploration of our historic downtown core. Please follow the map, at your own pace, and stop at any one of our outdoor spaces to enjoy the streetscape. If you see a building, not on the Tour, which piques your interest, please make a note of it and ask about it at the museum. Please Read more...
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2025/2026 Programs | Place Des Arts

Place des Arts
Coquitlam
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December 31, 2025
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July 31, 2026
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Our 2025/2026 Program Guide is here! Get ready to take part in the arts from September 2025 to June 2026. Whether you’re into music, dance, theatre, or visual and literary arts, we’ve got something for every age and skill level. Explore group classes, private lessons, events, exhibitions, scholarships, and more — all in one place! Programs run throughout the school Read more...
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