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Welcome to the Art-BC.com blog, your gateway to exploring the arts and culture that defines British Columbia. Our province, nestled on Canada’s Pacific coast, is a mosaic of diverse communities, each contributing uniquely to BC’s vibrant cultural landscape.
Discover BC’s Creative Communities
From bustling urban centres to serene rural locales, BC is home to a multitude of creative communities renowned for their thriving arts scenes and cultural events. Whether it’s through diverse festivals, engaging workshops, art exhibitions, music and theatrical performances, or international film and culinary events, there’s always something to inspire and explore.
Cultural Road Trips
Embarking on a road trip through BC offers an immersive experience into its diverse cultural and artistic heritage. The province boasts a variety of scenic routes that not only highlight its natural beauty but also its rich cultural offerings. Travelers can explore the unique cultural footprint of BC’s Creative Communities at numerous art galleries, cultural centres, and heritage sites along routes throughout the distinctive regions.
Meet Our Culture Makers
At Art-BC.com, we take pride in connecting culture seekers with culture makers, spotlighting the individuals and groups who breathe life into our province’s cultural scene. Our members include artists, performers, and cultural ambassadors whose stories and work inspire and connect communities across the province. Through our blog, we aim to foster a deeper appreciation for the creative cultural spirit that thrives in BC. Happy reading!
 
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Kelowna, BC

9 Best Things to Do in Kelowna, BC for Arts & Culture

July 17, 2026 No Comments

Kelowna’s downtown Cultural District packs two professional theatres, a public art gallery, a cluster of heritage museums, and a hidden

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Kelowna, BC

9 Best Things to Do in Kelowna, BC for Arts & Culture

July 17, 2026 No Comments
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Things to do in Victoria BC in summer

Best Places to Visit in Victoria, BC for Summer Arts and Culture (2026)

July 3, 2026 No Comments
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Top Cultural Things to Do in Vancouver During FIFA World Cup 2026

June 17, 2026 No Comments
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Art Works Gallery

BC Artist Studios: Art Experiences Worth Seeking Out

March 6, 2026 No Comments
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Anvil Centre, New Westminster

6 Interesting Things to do in New Westminster: Arts & Culture in the Royal City

February 19, 2026 No Comments
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Kelowna Community Theatre

Theatres in BC: Kelowna, Vancouver & Live Performance Venues Across BC

February 14, 2026 No Comments
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Upcoming Community Events

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Kaaganhlxa—Home Safe | Haida Gwaii Museum

Haida Gwaii Museum
Skidegate
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May 1, 2026
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May 31, 2027
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Curated by Gid Kuuyas Collison-Robertson and Kaw Kay James Williams, KaaGanhlxa, or Home Safe, features a selection of Haida cultural belongings repatriated since 2020, on display in the museum’s Sky Gallery. It comes on the heels of the museum’s partnership with the Haida Repatriation Committee to host a two-day reburial for the remains of repatriated Ancestors in January. The community also held Read more...
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Lumby & District Public Market

Lumby & District Public Market
Lumby
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May 9, 2026
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September 19, 2026
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Our Public Market in Lumby welcomes you to come see the Local farm produce available , Wonderful talented Artists, Musicians , Home base businesses and local Entrepreneurs. Seasonally Open from Saturday  until September 2026. We are Proud to say that we are home to the B.C Butter tart Festival once a year in September. Read more...
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Future Geographies: Art in the Century of Climate Change?

Vancouver Art Gallery
Vancouver
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May 14, 2026
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January 10, 2027
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Future Geographies: Art in the Century of Climate Change is the first major exhibition in Canada to examine the intersection of the climate crisis and contemporary art on a global scale. As the environmental crisis accelerates, artists around the world are responding with urgency, insight and vision. Featuring works from the past 25 years, this exhibition underscores the gravity and relevance Read more...
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Vistas: From Takao Tanabe’s Travels | Audain Art Gallery

Audain Art Museum
Whistler
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May 16, 2026
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September 21, 2026
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Takao Tanabe’s fascination with landscapes comes vividly to life through his travels across British Columbia, North America, the Arctic, and Europe. With his camera always at hand, he journeyed widely to explore the wonders of places that sparked his curiosity and creative drive. Tanabe captured their geographical features and unique atmosphere, translating them into paintings in his studio that balance Read more...
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Giants at Work: Big Jobs, Bigger Machines | Britannia Mine Museum

Britannia Mine Museum
Britannia Beach
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May 16, 2026
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September 7, 2026
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May 16 – September 7, 2026 | Temporary Summer Exhibit Step into the world of giant machines at Britannia Mine Museum in Britannia Beach, BC. This 2026 summer exhibit explores the powerful equipment that makes modern mining possible, from towering mining trucks to massive loaders and drills designed to handle enormous tasks safely and efficiently. At Giants at Work: Big Jobs, Bigger Machines, visitors will explore the Read more...
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I Use My Haida Eyes | MOA

MOA | Museum of Anthropology
University Endowment Lands
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May 19, 2026
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October 12, 2026
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I Use My Haida Eyes: The History Robes of Jut-ke-Nay–Hazel Wilson explores a singular body of work by the late Jut-ke-Nay–Hazel Wilson (1941–2016), a Haida artist who dedicated her life to Haida cultural work. Between 2005 and 2006, Wilson created a powerful, untitled series of 51 “history robes,” which recount specific episodes of Haida history in stunning detail—from a Haida perspective. Wilson’s Read more...
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Lumby Live

Lumby Live
Lumby
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June 1, 2026
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August 31, 2026
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Lumby live! is a series of outdoor concerts through the summer in beautiful downtown Lumby British Columbia. Come see local artists perform all styles of music. Enjoy the night market to the sounds of some great local talent. The concerts rea held at the Gazebo in Downtown Lumby. Read more...
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Jim Lambie: Zobop (Colour-Chrome)

Vancouver Art Gallery
Vancouver
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June 1, 2026
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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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