Events

The MISSA 2025 Summer Arts Program: July 4 – 18 @ Brentwood College School MISSA has a reputation for offering transformational learning experiences through instruction by a local, national and international faculty of practicing artists. Courses are designed for professional artists, teachers and adult art students. Participants have options to commute or stay on campus, see Accommodation page for more details. Course fees include Read more...

Free concerts taking place in Memorial Park, Hope, BC every Friday in a Jul & Aug at 6:30-8:15pm Read more...

One day right before the new millennium, some of our culturally creative citizenries were hanging out at Starbelly Beach, twiddling their toes in the water and basking in the sun, wondering what they could do to liven things up around here and celebrate how wonderful it all was. It must have been an idea whose time had come because one Read more...

The Parksville Beach Festival Society presents the Quality Foods Sand Sculpting Competition and Exhibition, a world class event that attracts master sand sculptors 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 their masterpieces from just sand and water. Parksville’s Sand Sculpting Competition history dates back to 1982, when Read more...

From World Stage to Local Artists, there’s something for everyone during our Season of the Performing Arts! For 35 years, the Harrison Festival Society has presented a lively Season of Performing Arts between September and May. The Season consists of eight to ten shows featuring local, national and international performers at the Harrison Memorial Hall in our beautiful lakeside Read more...

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. Read more...

Our annual Pride Festival will be held in downtown Chilliwack. We are so exciting to be bringing you another incredible festival this year! Put us in your calendar and don’t forget to come out and support the amazing vendors, food trucks, artists and performers! Read more...

Acrobats, magicians, jugglers, hula hoopers, musicians and more are set to take-over downtown Kamloops and Riverside Park. Read more...

The Squamish Mural Walk is a free, year-round self-guided tour of the murals in Downtown Squamish. The best way to explore the murals in Downtown Squamish is by simply taking a stroll with the self-guided tour. Experience the diverse local cultures, history, and heritage of Squamish dating back to 2000 at your own pace while tagging #downtownSquamish and #SquamishMuralWalk with Read more...

Salmon Arm ROOTSandBLUES Festival: 33 years of bringing quality music to the Shuswap The Salmon Arm ROOTSandBLUES Festival is one of BC’s most beloved summer events, bringing together an incredible mix of world-class music, vibrant local culture, and the stunning natural beauty of the Shuswap region. Held annually, the festival has been a cornerstone of the community for over three Read more...

SAVE THE DATE The Mission Folk Music Festival was formed in 1988 by founding artistic director Francis Xavier Edwards and some musical friends who wanted more opportunities to play music for an audience. The first festival was a one-day event held in Fraser River Heritage Park and featured Shari Ulrich, Cotton Street Band, John McLachlan and others. Since then, it Read more...

Prepare to be dazzled by a vibrant celebration of creativity, featuring works from over 270 coastal artists, 48 of them new to the show, alongside several youth artists who have graduated from our Youth Art program. From captivating paintings to intricate sculptures, stunning photography, fibre works, jewellery and beyond, the exhibition promises something to captivate every imagination. According to Terrie Read more...

The Harmony Arts Festival is the North Shore’s premiere summer event – visit the various seaside venues and experience the sights and sounds and of this award-winning 9-day festival. This festival is a celebration of music, performance, cinema and art that showcases the best of North Shore, regional, and national performing, visual and culinary arts. Read more...

Set amongst the stately trees and gardens of the Filberg Heritage Lodge and Park in Comox, BC, the Filberg Festival is truly a unique event. Festival attendees enjoy art, music and nature surrounded by beautiful gardens, heritage buildings and magnificent views of Comox Harbor and the Beaufort Range. The Filberg Festival is set to take over Filberg Park again next Read more...

Island Mountain Arts is excited to invite folks back to Wells for the next iteration of the ArtsWells Festival of All Things Art, which will take place first weekend of August. Read more...

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...

Many of your perennial favourites are returning; the BC Day Parade along with the Comox Nautical Days Vintage Car Show. There are rides, games and crafts for the kids and the Rotary Splash Park and Playground is sure to be a big hit. While at the Festival take time to shop the more than 100+ craft booths and quench your Read more...

Join us again next year for two full weeks of workshops, performances, live art, and more! Read more...

Whistler Village and The Point Artist-Run Centre Welcome to the 13th Annual Flag Stop Theatre & Arts Festival! We’ve pulled together an incredible array of talented actors, comedians, playwrights, musicians and dancers to entertain you for four spectacular summer days and nights. Hailing from Whistler, Squamish, Vancouver, Gibsons, Victoria and as far away as New York, they’re ready to deliver Read more...

Wapiti is Fernie BC’s summer music festival. An indie music festival in a park by a river at the foot of a mountain with a beautiful setting for some amazing music! Read more...

The Nelson and District Arts Council is excited to present the fifth Nelson International Mural Festival happening August 11th, 12th, 13th, 2023 throughout Nelson, BC. 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, Read more...

August 9 & 10, 2025 10 a.m. to 5 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...

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. We are privileged to host our festival on the unceded territory of the Stó:lō people Read more...

Join Canada’s longest running summer gathering of Canadian writers and readers, featuring established literary stars and exciting, new voices… with opportunities for writers and readers to mingle amidst Rockwood’s heritage gardens. 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 Read more...

Join us for an exciting celebration of creativity at Gibsons Public Market – Atrium! Art& Words is a must-attend event for art enthusiasts and literature lovers alike. Immerse yourself in a vibrant atmosphere filled with stunning artworks and captivating literary works. Get inspired by talented artists and writers showcasing their collaborative unique creations. Whether you appreciate paintings, photography, poetry, or Read more...

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...

What is the ArtWalk Festival? For two days every September, the Lake Country Community Complex transforms into a festival of creativity.ArtWalk attracts over 7000+ attendees and features displays of visual and performing arts from 200+ Okanagan artists, hands-on children’s activities, live artist demonstrations, workshops, a live art auction and a delicious menu of food and beverages. ​ ArtWalk’s Mission Lake Read more...

Looking ahead to next year, excitement is already building for what promises to be another unforgettable experience. The festival is committed to showcasing a range of artists. Visitors can explore the artists featured this year by checking out the Artist page on the Ryga Arts Festival website, where they’ll find a dynamic roster of talent to get inspired by. Stay Read more...

Art | Music | Nature VanDusen Botanical Garden | Sept 25-28, 2025 Maplewood Flats Conservancy | Sept 14-29 Virtual Programming | Starts Aug 31 Join us for the 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 Read more...

The Sundog Festival is an immersive public experience for all ages that elevates and celebrates Arts and Culture in Greater Vernon. Though a Sundog can have spiritual meaning, its roots lie in science. A natural occurrence that takes place when light refracts through ice crystals suspended in the air creating a halo effect and rainbow flares on either side of Read more...

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. Browse the program here and be sure to subscribe to VIFF NEWS to get festival news and program Read more...

Presented by Arts New West, The New West Cultural Crawl is an annual arts & culture festival that celebrates and exhibits the vast creative talents across New Westminster. Artist studios and venues open their doors for two days to welcome thousands of visitors from across Metro Vancouver Click here for a full list of special events and activities Read more...

Welcome to the 2024 Sunshine Coast Art Crawl, featuring artists from Gambier Island to Earls Cove. October 18-19-20, 2024 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 Read more...