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British Columbia’s 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.
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 festivals and events in the province!
Due to COVID-19 many of the events presented on our website may have been postponed given the rapidly evolving COVID-19 threat. Events presented on our website may have been postponed. Please check their websites for up to date information, also subscribe to our news digest for further updates.
We urge all to do what we can to keep our communities healthy as we pass through this crises.
British Columbia’s 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.
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 festivals and events in the province!
‘Jazz in the Vine’ showcases top musical talent alongside spectacular wines from Langley’s Campbell Valley Few of the finer things in life complement each other as beautifully as wine and jazz. In fact, there are events and festivals celebrating this uniquely magical pairing around the globe — from Toronto and Read more [...]
Join Gabor’s studio for Artists’ talk on Hamlin’s Women. Reception 6 – 10PM A full service photographic studio and gallery showcasing award winning photographer Gabor Gasztonyi’s classic black and white photographic prints and the oil paintings of Judith Copland, plus other artists. Gabor specializes in black and white studio portraits Read more [...]
Fraser Valley Children’s Festival June 2020 Join the Mission Arts Council in celebrating the Children’s Festival’s 24th anniversary in 2020. A free event that is fun-filled and packed with activities and sights for children and adults alike. Watch as the park comes alive with music, entertainment and crafts.
Doors Open Online Discover Richmond’s diverse community and enjoy special behind-the-scenes opportunities from the comfort of your favourite device during Doors Open Richmond 2020. Explore around 40 sites across Richmond on June 6-13, including museums, places of worship, cultural centres, businesses, and more. While nothing can replace face-to-face interactions, Doors Read more [...]
The Gibsons Landing Jazz Festival is a volunteer run community festival presented by the Sunshine Coast Jazz and Entertainment Society. It is held the second weekend in June each year. The Festival weekend is preceded by ‘Jazz Week’, a full week of live music in local restaurants and other venues Read more [...]
The Port Moody Art Walk is back for 2020! Kick-start your summer with a self-directed tour of artist studios and galleries within walking distance of Port Moody’s Gallery Row on Friday, June 19th from 4-9pm. Each venue will feature exhibitions, artist displays, live performances, and refreshments in celebration of the Read more [...]
Steveston Salmon Festival is Richmond’s marquee Canada Day event, this year celebrating 75 years! With over 80,000 people expected, the festival will feature multiple stages with over tons of live performances, an expansive community parade, and a big fireworks finale over the Fraser River. The Steveston Salmon Festival will include Read more [...]
Summer dance performances for 2020 have been cancelled until further notice due to COVID-19. Gilakas’la and please stay safe. During the months of July and August, you have the opportunity to experience the various dances of the T̕seka performed by the T’sasala Cultural Group. You will see the next generation of Kwakwa̱k̕a̱’wakw Read more [...]
Each summer, people from all walks of life gather in Smithers BC, to share a universal love of music at the Midsummer Music Festival. Created in 1984, a handful of music lovers envisioned the Midsummer Festival creating a family-positive musical event, now proudly the longest running music festival in Northern Read more [...]
The New West Craft Summer Night Market returns on Saturday, July 6, 6pm to 9:30pm. Shop over 75 handmade vendors outside on the Boardwalk at New West Quay and inside River Market. Enjoy live music and food + drinks from amazing River Market restaurants and more!
Join us for an evening of art and mingling to celebrate the launch of our new exhibition season and be among the first to see our new show by Leon Polk Smith.
The Sooke Fine Arts Show is Vancouver Island’s longest-running, juried fine art show and one of the region’s premier summer arts events. This 11-day art show and sale usually transforms Sooke’s SEAPARC arena and leisure centre into a stunning, 17,000-square-foot gallery, bringing artists, volunteers, students, visitors and art patrons together Read more [...]
We are saddened to let you know that the 38th annual Filberg Festival, originally scheduled for July 31 – August 3, 2020, will be postponed until August 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the extension to the BC government’s measures limiting large gatherings. For more information please visit filbergfestival.com Set Read more [...]
Richmond celebrates local food, sustainability and its agricultural past, present and future on the spectacular Garden City Lands, an amazing 136.5 acre park in the heart of Richmond. This remarkable open space is currently being developed as one of Richmond’s signature parks and will be home to active farming and Read more [...]
Clover Valley Beer Festival presented by The Property Twins August 8, 2020 | 12 PM – 5 PM Bill Reid Millennium Amphitheatre 17728 64 Ave, Surrey, BC V3S 1W8 You won’t want to miss #CVBF2020! Clover Valley Beer Festival presented by The Property Twins is returning to the Bill Reid Millennium Amphitheatre on Read more [...]
ROOTSandBLUES is currently exploring opportunities through which to share the joy, talent and authenticity of the ROOTSandBLUES Festival with a broader audience using a technology solution and alternate format in 2020. We commit to keeping you informed regarding alternate opportunities to enjoy ROOTSandBLUES as information becomes available in the coming weeks and Read more [...]
Due to the ongoing global Covid-19 pandemic, and after the recent announcement by BC Provincial Medical Officer Dr. Bonnie Henry that there will be no mass gatherings for any cultural and sporting events this summer, it is with heavy hearts that the Robson Valley Music Society has made the difficult Read more [...]
The Ryga Arts Festival is a diverse multi-day celebration of arts and culture in the Okanagan, inspired by influential Canadian playwright and author George Ryga. Bringing together professional and local artists, it features concerts, workshops, spoken word, author readings, visual arts, theatre, and more. Among this year’s highlights is Interweaving, Read more [...]
Join us in celebrating the 21st Anniversary of the Vancouver International Tap Dance Festival from August 24 – August 30! To celebrate the festival will include week-long courses, weekend workshops, premiere performances by international artists, and free community gatherings. The Vancouver International Tap Dance Festival brings together the local and Read more [...]
Fort Langley Jazz & Arts Festival Video is Live! The 2020 Fort Langley Jazz & Arts Festival NEW Dates September 4 – 6, Bringing the community together to enjoy music and art is what we do, but with the COVID-19 outbreak, we need to take precautions. The health and safety of Read more [...]
Whistler Village Beer Festival September 15 – 20, 2020 | Main Event September 19 & 20 Whistler Olympic Plaza 4365 Blackcomb Way, Whistler BC V0N 1B4 Beer in the Mountains – It just feels right. Whistler Village Beer Festival, will be returning with 7-days of beer-fuelled fun September 14 – 20, Read more [...]
Nanaimo International Jazz Festival Association (NIJFA)Get ready for the Third Annual Nanaimo Jazz Festival, happening September 20-September 22. You won’t want to miss this great event!It is Family Friendly and Affordable ~~ Great discounts for our Festival Pass and Members save even more. * Free outdoor concerts * All in Nanaimo’s easy-walk downtown & stunning Read more [...]
NEW DATES: September 24-27 2020. For more information please visit www.artvancouver.net Founded in 2015 by non-profit Vancouver Visual Art Foundation, Art Vancouver is dedicated to raising awareness of the up and coming art scene in Western Canada. This year we are host to an international art fair in a world Read more [...]
International Artist Monica Gewurz will be at Art!Vancouver 2020 Monica Gewurz is thrilled to be showcasing for the fifth time at ArtVancouver, the international art fair that takes place at the Vancouver Convention Centre April 16-19, 2020. Monica’s paintings have been recently featured in the labels of the known Vancouver Read more [...]
Culture Days is a national celebration of arts and culture. At the end of each September, millions of people attend thousands of participatory arts and culture events across the country. Culture Days programs invite the public to get hands-on and behind-the-scenes to highlight the importance of arts and culture in Read more [...]
Richmond offers more free, interactive cultural activities over the national Culture Days weekend than any other place in BC. Express your love of culture by participating in one of dozens of activities offered by local artists, designers, crafters, writers and other creative people. Explore Richmond’s heritage sites, learn a new Read more [...]
The Sunshine Coast’s leading edge arts and cultural festival will be presented this year from October 8 to 25. The multi-disciplinary Festival features visual art, music, heritage, drama, dance and a variety of workshops hosted at various indoor venues around the District of Sechelt. The Sechelt Arts Festival provides accessible Read more [...]
The Sunshine Coast Art Crawl is a self directed art adventure held over 3 days, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. each day.. Travel along the entire Sunshine Coast Highway from Gambier Island and Langdale to Earl’s Cove. It is a chance to meet the artists in their studios and experience the Read more [...]
Experience the power of creativity at Splash – Arts Umbrella’s annual art auction and gala. On Saturday, October 24, 2020, Canada’s leading non-profit arts organization for young people will be hosting an unforgettable art auction and gala featuring close to 100 works by prominent artists from BC and beyond. Arts Umbrella Read more [...]
The Whistler Film Festival Society (WFFS) is a charitable organization dedicated to celebrating and advancing the art of film through the annual Whistler Film Festival and Summit complimented by year-round series of events and programs for film fans and filmmakers that include film screenings and series, socials and fundraisers, and Read more [...]
Vancouver Island Market presents… It’s a VIMterful Life! Our much-anticipated Winter Market will showcase Vancouver Island’s local handmade artisans. Over 200+ vendors in craft, and food & drink. Shoppers will also enjoy live music from talented local artists, a craft beer garden, and a gift shop that will provide shoppers Read more [...]
Crafted Vancouver is an annual 25-day festival that celebrates and advances local, national & international craft and craft artists through a curated program of events taking place in venues throughout Metro Vancouver & the Fraser Valley. Along with our official Event Partners, we foster public appreciation by featuring exceptional artists Read more [...]
We’re sad that we can’t bring you Shakespeare on our Vanier Park stages this summer, but you can still look to digital spaces to find some great Shakespeare entertainment. We’re ready to guide you to the best of it, from close to home and around the world, with our new Read more [...]
Mission Folk Music Festival In keeping with public health decisions, the organizers of the Mission Folk Music Festival regret to announce that the 2020 festival has been cancelled. It was slated to run from July 24 – 26. The festival invites everyone to follow their folk to next year’s festival, Read more [...]
