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BC’s Best Festivals & Events

Discover the local culture makers at festivals happening throughout the year across BC’s Creative Communities. Visit exhibitions and the work of contemporary Canadian artists at local galleries, or stop by an art studio for an intimate experience. In town for a short time? Plan a self guided one-day art walk!
Our list of festivals and events are your gateway to an immersive cultural deep dive into the inner workings of the culture keepers and culture makers of the West Coast. Experience performance, dance, film festivals, studio tours, farm tours, visual arts, and music of all genres, all while exploring some of the most beautiful landscapes the world has to offer in every region of the province.
Art-BC.com is your source for all of the best BC festivals and events in the province!
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Arts on the Avenue | Ladysmith Gallery & Arts Council

Ladysmith Gallery
Ladysmith
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August 23, 2026, 10:00 am
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4:00 pm
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Arts on the Avenue Festival Welcome to our 28th Annual Arts on the Avenue Festival! We are celebrating art, all kinds of art, on Sunday August 23rd, 2026 with our Arts on the Avenue Show & Sale. It will be bigger and better this year!. It all takes place on Ladysmith historic 1st Avenue from Warren St to Buller St.  Early on Sunday Read more...
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Nanaimo International Jazz Festival (NIJFA)

Tourism Nanaimo
Nanaimo
Date:
September 11, 2026
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September 27, 2026
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A volunteer-driven non-profit presenting year-round live jazz performances in theatres, halls, pubs, clubs, on free outdoor stages, at youth workshops and at our annual Fall Festival! Organized by the Nanaimo International Jazz Festival Association, this annual event promises a vibrant celebration of jazz, with a rich lineup of performances and activities. For more information on the festival lineup, schedule, and participating venues, visit the 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...

Cherryville Days

Cherryville Days
Lumby
Date:
September 12, 2026
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September 13, 2026
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Since 1961, many community members have carried on and maintained the Cherryville Community Club. It has run without disruption since it began – quite an achievement for a small community. The Club is caretaker of the wonderful Cherryville Community Hall and  Hanson Park, both of which would make any community, large or small, proud to have in their community or Read more...
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Ryga Arts Festival

The Ryga Arts Festival
Summerland
Date:
September 16, 2026
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September 20, 2026
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The Ryga Arts Festival is an annual multidisciplinary arts festival held in Summerland, BC, that celebrates the legacy of George Ryga, a prominent Canadian playwright, author, and poet. The festival, run by the Ryga Festival Society, aims to advocate for social justice through the arts by presenting a variety of events including  spoken word, theatre and music through workshops, presentations, Read more...
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10th Annual Elk Valley Pride Festival

Tourism Fernie
Fernie
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September 16, 2026, 10:00 am
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September 20, 2026, 6:00 pm
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10th Annual Elk Valley Pride FestivalIn Elk Valley (hosted in Fernie)September 16 – 20, 2026 The 10th annual Elk Valley Pride Festival celebrates a decade of community in the heart of southeastern British Columbia. The festival brings together locals and visitors for a vibrant lineup of events, including live music, drag performances, family-friendly activities, and outdoor gatherings. The Elk Valley Pride Read more...
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Bard on the Beach Shakespeare Festival

Bard on the Beach Shakespeare Festival
Vancouver
Date:
September 19, 2026
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The 2026 Bard on the Beach Shakespeare Festival will return to Sen̓áḵw/Vanier Park in Vancouver from June 9 to September 19, 2026. The 2026 Season offers a thrilling journey through comedy, tragedy, and myth, presenting bold new visions of timeless stories. Playing in repertory on the BMO Mainstage, The Merry Wives of Windsor, directed by Rebecca Northan, is a lively music-filled comedy set in a soccer-obsessed suburb, packed with trickery and Read more...
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Butter Tart Festival

Butter Tart Festival
Lumby
Date:
September 19, 2026
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The Annual Butter Tart Festival at the Lumby Oval. Besides many great vendors, you got to watch the Salmon Arm Square Dancers and Vernon’s Star Country Squares or take a walk around some beautiful vehicles that were brought out by the members of Cruising the Okanagan. A big thank you goes out to all of the people who helped make Read more...
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Sechelt Arts Festival | Sunshine Coast

Sechelt
Sechelt
Date:
September 19, 2026
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September 28, 2026
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The Sechelt Arts Festival is a dynamic, multi-disciplinary celebration of visual and performing arts on British Columbia’s Sunshine Coast. Showcasing local and regional talent, the festival features a diverse lineup of exhibitions, live music, theatre, dance, film, and hands-on workshops. Rooted in community and creativity, it also explores themes of ecology, climate, and cultural connection, bringing together artists and audiences Read more...
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AWEFF ’26 | AWEFF

AWEFF ’26 | AWEFF
Kelowna
Date:
September 23, 2026
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New Season, New Adventures. AWEFF ’26 The 2026 AWEFF is taking place September 23, 2026 in Kelowna, BC. TICKETS COMING SOON! Sign up for our newsletter below for updates as they come. The Adventurers Wanderers and Explorers Film Festival is a celebration of the true spirit of adventure, from mountain culture through to sea culture and beyond. Our goal is to Read more...
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Artists for Conservation Festival

Artists for Conservation
Vancouver
Date:
September 24, 2026
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October 4, 2026
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Art | Music | Nature VanDusen Botanical Garden | Sept 24-27, 2026 Maplewood Flats Conservancy | Sept 19 – Oct 4, 2026 Virtual Programming | TBD The Artists for Conservation Festival is a multi-day nature-themed arts and culture event that immerses visitors in a cohesive blend of visual art, musical and First Nations cultural performances, art workshops/activities, plein-air sketching, live Read more...
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VIFF – Vancouver International Film Festival

VIFF Centre – Vancouver International Film Centre
Vancouver
Date:
October 1, 2026
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October 11, 2026
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The annual Vancouver International Film Festival showcases exceptional cinema in one of the world’s most beautiful cities. Our spectacular roster includes some of the best cinema from around the globe, one-of-a-kind live performances, talks, industry sessions, and other unique events celebrating film and film culture. With over 600 screenings and events each year, VIFF brings together curious audiences and passionate Read more...
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SPLASH | Arts Umbrella

Arts Umbrella Programs
Vancouver
Date:
October 3, 2026
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Splash is Arts Umbrella’s annual art auction & gala. Proceeds benefit young people across Metro Vancouver in the visual and performing arts. Splash brings together over 900 (in-person and at-home) notable business and community leaders with high net worth and a vested interest in contemporary art and philanthropy. The event features a cocktail reception showcasing all the Splash artwork, an 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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Gabriola Thanksgiving Studio Tour

Gabriola Arts Council
Gabriola Island
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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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Nanoose Bay Thanksgiving Tour

Nanoose Bay Studio Tour
Nanoose Bay
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October 10, 2026
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October 11, 2026
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October 10 & 11, 2026                                                                                                                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
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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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Studio 2880 Craft Fair

Studio 2880
Prince George
Date:
October 30, 2026
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October 31, 2026
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Prince George, BC · CN Centre 2026 • Friday, October 30 ~ 10 am – 8 pm • Saturday, October 31 ~ 10 am – 6 pm • Sunday, November 1 ~ 10 am – 4 pm Admission is $10 • Children under 12 free. We also collect non-perishable food items for our local food bank. More than 300 local, provincial, Read more...
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Granville Island Festive Lights

Granville Island
Vancouver
Date:
November 11, 2026
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January 3, 2027
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Daily from sunset, we invite you to stroll our warm and elegant holiday light display. With complimentary parking after 6pm, and of course no entrance fee, family and friends can walk the expansive grounds of Granville Island’s almost 40 acres, under the stars, or under an umbrella (after all, it is winter in Vancouver), and take in a relaxed evening Read more...
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Winter Gift Gallery

Seymour Art Gallery
North Vancouver
Date:
November 14, 2026
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December 23, 2026
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Shop local this holiday season! We’ve brought together an amazing group of artists to inspire your holiday shopping. Find unique, handmade gifts like ceramics, jewelry, paintings, textiles, and much more. Your support helps local artists and our non-profit art gallery! We will be open Tuesday – Sunday from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. during Winter Gift Gallery. 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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Shipyards Christmas Market | North Vancouver

Vancouver’s North Shore Tourism
North Vancouver
Date:
November 27, 2026
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December 27, 2026
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Join us at the Shipyards Christmas Market in North Vancouver for a delightful holiday experience. Elevate your festive experience and immerse yourself in holiday cheer. Weave your way through the sparkling lights and aisles of 100+ wooden stalls selling unique artisanal gifts, enjoy festive music, skate on the ice rink, admire the City’s Christmas tree, appreciate community entertainment, and indulging 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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Takao Tanabe: Inside Passage | Art Gallery of Greater Victoria

Art Gallery of Greater Victoria 
Victoria
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May 29, 2027, 10:00 am
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October 10, 2027, 6:00 pm
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Takao Tanabe: Inside Passage is a major retrospective exhibition celebrating one of Canada’s most influential painters, Takao Tanabe. Marking the artist’s centennial, the exhibition brings together over sixty works created across more than seven decades, offering a comprehensive look at his evolving artistic practice. Spanning abstract compositions, prairie scenes, and iconic West Coast landscapes, Inside Passage highlights Tanabe’s ability to Read more...
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Arts Club Theatre Company | Summer Musical

Arts Club Theatre Company
Vancouver
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June 24, 2027, 10:00 am
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August 22, 2027, 6:00 pm
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Arts Club Theatre Company has unveiled its highly anticipated 2026–2027 season finale: a brand-new production of Les Misérables, running June 24 to August 22, 2027, at the Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage. Directed by Artistic Director Ashlie Corcoran, this reimagined staging of the iconic musical promises a fresh creative vision, with entirely new sets, costumes, and design elements. Widely regarded as 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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Dream Factory: Cantopop Mandopop 1980s-2000 | Chinese Canadian Museum

Chinese Canadian Museum
Vancouver
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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
Date:
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
Date:
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
Date:
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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