Events in British Columbia

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Welcome back to Evergreen Cultural Centre! We’ve been hard at work building new arts programs for teachers and educators. These new and exciting programs will have your students sculpting, weaving, acting, singing, dancing and more with our experienced art educators. Download our Winter-Spring 2024 Education Brochure! New year, new experiences! Join our knowledgable educators for an in-person arts workshop and enjoy Read more...

Vancouver, BC (September 4, 2024) – The Chinese Canadian Museum is launching a brand new exhibition inside the Poy Family Gallery titled Reshaping Collections: Where History Meets Art from September 25, 2024 to September 28, 2025, featuring unique art creations by six diverse Chinese Canadian artists from across the country. These artists were invited to reinterpret historical and cultural objects and materials that explore Read more...

#hopeandhealingcanada invites an understanding between Indigenous and settler communities through a site-specific installation hand-crafted with vibrant red yarn. This knit and crochet series has travelled to over 100 public institutions, including historic residential school sites, museums, art galleries and government buildings. The large-scale artwork presented in the Kelowna Art Gallery Courtyard symbolizes history and hope and is designed to endure the Read more...

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...

On permanent display at the Museum is the exhibit “Penticton: The Shaping of Place” which invites you to step back in time and explore the forces that shaped Penticton through its history. As you walk through the exhibit you will journey through a series of landscapes that stand as milestones in the development of the area. Read more...

Visit the Bill Reid Gallery for free on the first Friday afternoon of every month! Thanks to our Community Access sponsor Downtown Van, we are pleased to offer free admission to the Gallery for all visitors from 2 to 5 pm on the first Friday of every month. Take a look at our current exhibitions and engage in amazing public Read more...

Curve! Women Carvers on the Northwest Coast Co-curated by Dana Claxton and Curtis Collins, the Curve! exhibition will shed light on a lesser-explored facet of Northwest Coast art—women’s contributions to the rich tradition of carving wood and argillite. The exhibition will feature over 125 works of art that include poles, panels, masks, bowls, and other sculptures all intertwined with traditional knowledge. These Read more...

Year Round Tour of Artists’ Studios Look for the flying PURPLE BANNERS all along the Sunshine Coast from Langdale to Powell River. Wherever you see a PURPLE BANNER, the arts are at work. In many cases, but not always, the banner is an invitation to drop in. Please refer to the specific listing to determine whether an appointment is required. See Read more...

Welcome to the Vancouver Art Walk, an initiative designed to showcase the remarkable galleries and art spaces in the Vancouver Arts District. Our mission is to collaborate with commercial and non-profit galleries and creatives to provide visitors with an exceptional and well-curated tour that can be enjoyed at their own pace. Our carefully crafted map presents a selection of the most Read more...

For 44 years, Terry Fox has been an inspiration to Canadians and the world alike. In April 2024, the Royal BC Museum entered into a 20-year loan agreement with the Terry Fox Centre and the Fox family to care for, manage and preserve the legacy and personal belongings of Terry Fox. The van and a series of informational panels are Read more...

First Saturday Open Art Studios is a free, monthly event that began in 2010 and can be found in various locations across the Lower Mainland. Every first Saturday noon to five pm, over 85 individual artists and art collectives open their workshops for you to enjoy! Be inspired by original art or buy your new, favorite piece directly from a local artist. Read more...

This ceremonial house and museum installation allows visitors to enter a recreation of the house of Chief Kwakwabalasami, the late Jonathan Hunt, a Kwakwaka’wakw chief who was born and lived his life in the community of Tsaxis, near Fort Rupert, BC. To refresh the space, the museum brought in master carver and artist Richard Hunt, Jonathan Hunt’s grandson, who helped Read more...

When Emily Carr (1871–1945) wrote about landscape paintings—her own and those of others—she would sometimes describe how an eye might move through the imagined space in the work. It is striking, then, that so many of her own paintings create an experience of dense, impenetrable forest that confounds such forward movement. In many cases, the viewer is tantalized with the Read more...

Opening reception: Friday, January 24, 2025, 6:00-8:00 PM Comedy and cartoon are not words that readily come to mind when thinking of contemporary art in Canada. Since the 60s, taut conceptualism and postmodern critique are more characteristic associations, and took form experimentally whether through new media, mail art and performance. This is the genre that brought artists from Vancouver to Read more...

January 28-April 27 Step into a world of vibrant culture, stunning landscapes, and rich traditions with our new Community Treasures exhibit, Celebrating Our Ugandan Heritage. This immersive experience invites visitors to explore Uganda—a land of breathtaking beauty and deep cultural roots. Highlights of the Exhibit: A Private Collection on Display Discover a Surrey family’s extraordinary private collection of Ugandan artifacts, Read more...

Bill Reid Gallery of Northwest Coast Art presents: Kihl ‘Yahda Christian White: Master Haida Artist This landmark exhibition celebrates 50 years of work by renowned Haida artist Kihl ‘Yahda, Christian White. Curated by Sdahl Ḵ’awaas, Lucy Bell, it features highlights from Christian’s career alongside pieces by his apprentices. Known for his masterful argillite carvings, jewelry, and monumental works, Christian began Read more...

The stand-alone objects are re-manufactured trees which in time could be assumed to be what a forest is, and by our social nature assimilated as real. The concept of taking the drawings on paper attached to wood frameworks to become trees emphasizes the extent to which we as humans will travel to justify the costs of our desires. Read more...

February – September 2025 Part 1: February 8 – May 17, 2025 Part 2: May 27 – September 27, 2025 Exhibit Opening + Artists’ Conversations: February 13 and May 29, 6 – 8pm In our 25th anniversary year, the Nikkei National Museum & Cultural Centre (NNMCC) celebrates the vibrant and diverse artistic expressions of Japanese Canadians with the “Umami: Savouring Artistic Nikkei Identity” Read more...

Manuel Axel Strain: xʷəlməxʷ child is on view in The Polygon’s ground floor gallery from February 1 – May 11. About the exhibition In xʷəlməxʷ child, Manuel Axel Strain draws on Musqueam, Secwépemc, and Syilx ways of knowing, and the discipline of Western psychology. Compositing theories of mind from across their different cultures, Strain imagines the perspective of a child who contemplates Read more...

From artist talks and curatorial tours to workshops and performances, the Museum of Vancouver offers special events and programs for children and adults. Programming includes everything from Indigenous artisans, cultural celebrations, 2SLGBTQ+ content, civic engagement, food and gardening, crafting, film screenings, poetry readings, and more! Visit museumofvancouver.ca/events-programs to see what’s coming up at the MOV! Read more...

Pictured: A school class photograph from John Robson School, c. 1900. IHP0042. New Westminster Museum and Archives holds 230,000 photographs documenting scenes from the city’s history and its people. By critically examining photographs, both familiar and unseen, we can better understand the role photographs may play in creating a more genuine picture of New Westminster’s history. We can look again and Read more...

Country Mouse City Mouse Hamster Tiziana La Melia Curated by: Jenn Jackson In her writing and artistic practice, Tiziana La Melia brings together a plurality of material approaches to trace the ways in which overlapping encounters of place come to shape individual identity and the potentials for community connection. Country Mouse City Mouse Hamster, also known as The Simple Life, is a Read more...

Dinosaurs of BC, a travelling exhibit produced by the Royal BC Museum, runs February 8 to June 2 at the Museum at Campbell River. Dig into prehistoric British Columbia and get up close and personal with “Buster”, the Iron Lizard of the Sustut River, and the other dinosaurs that once roamed the province’s highest peaks, densest forests and most remote Read more...

Her Land: Perspectives in Eco-Art celebrates the pivotal contributions of women in the environmental art movement. This exhibition highlights artists whose work merges environmental activism, social commentary, and innovative installation practices, using ephemeral and site-specific works that challenge us to reconsider our relationship with the land. Spanning a variety of media and approaches, Her Land highlights contemporary voices that address urgent themes of Read more...

Bill Reid Gallery of Northwest Coast Art presents:  Spirit of the Ancestors This retrospective celebrates the extraordinary jewelry of Terrence Campbell (Tahltan Nation), tracing his evolution from early designs to his latest creations. Known for blending traditional Northwest Coast and Southwestern motifs, Terrence’s silverwork offers a unique and striking perspective. Born in Prince Rupert in 1956 and named Eth-Cath-Kee (“Teacher of Read more...

Immerse yourself in the intriguing natural world through the lenses of professional and amateur photographers, giving voice to our planet’s beauty, awe and fragility. Wildlife Photographer of the Year is back for its 60th anniversary with a fresh outlook on the stunning landscapes and diverse wildlife that call Earth home. See the adult Grand Title Winner, “The Swarm of Life” by Vancouver Read more...

Vessels Amelia Ford February 15 to May 24, 2025 Objects such as glasses, fruit, flowers, and tchotchkes take on figurative roles to represent their latent symbology and challenge the male gaze. Amelia Ford Before breaking the rules, you must first understand them. Emerging artist Amelia Ford works within the confines of the traditional still life painting tradition–masterfully manipulating oils to Read more...

This show of woodcuts and etchings explores the microcosm of peatland mosses through innovative printmaking, blending science and art to reveal the beauty and ecological importance of these unique plants. Residing just outside of Edmonton, Alberta, Lisa Matthias is an interdisciplinary visual artist with a Master of Fine Arts in Printmaking from the University of Alberta, a Master of Science Read more...

In this powerful display of healing and sovereignty, the Nuxalk Nation demonstrate their resurgence and return to Stl’mstaliwa—the full human experience. On the central coast of BC, nestled in the abundant Bella Coola Valley and surrounding fjords and river valleys of the homelands, the Nuxalk Nation is healing as a community from the traumas of colonialism, and the Nuxalk people Read more...

About the Exhibition The archive of a life is abundant. In the touring exhibition What We Hold, a series of photographic and sculptural still lifes by Meera Margaret Singh trace familial histories and memories through objects—some joyful, others haunted. Books, shells, vases, trinkets, rocks and plants narrate the time spent and the stories shared among family. These are stories of loss, migration, marriage, rupture, illness, recovery, healing and love. Through her large-scale photographs and sculptures, Singh playfully considers the varied Read more...

These sessions are full Figure Drawing Winter and Spring Sessions Choose from Wednesdays from 1:30 to 4 pm, or Mondays 4-6:30pm Practice the art of Figure drawing in a welcoming environment open to artists of all skill levels. Immerse yourself in a focused creative space alongside seasoned artists, providing an excellent opportunity for artistic practice. Please note that this is Read more...

Feb. 28–May 25, 2025 The Polygon Gallery presents Tranquility of Communion, a landmark exhibition of the late British-Nigerian photographer Rotimi Fani-Kayode’s work, running from Feb. 28 to May 25, 2025. This Canadian premiere brings together Fani-Kayode’s celebrated photographs alongside archival prints and previously unseen works from his student years. Fani-Kayode’s images treat same-sex, multiracial love with a spiritual intensity, employing symbolic Read more...

March 4 – April 26, 2025 Start with Art is a unique exhibition that focuses on encouraging young people to appreciate, collect, and curate their own art collection – with a special price list just for kids 16 and younger! For this 20th annual exhibition we’ve assembled a fantastic group of established artists who work in a variety of media and artwork in Read more...

Paths that Ghosts Follow Featuring the work of Daniela Cinel O’Fee and My Name Is Scot, Paths That Ghosts Follow explores existential liminality—the feeling of being caught between presence and absence, between identity and dissolution. Drawing on themes of authenticity, identity, and freedom, this exhibition questions what it means to exist in a world that often erodes the individual, leaving only traces, echoes, and Read more...

This fun, vibrant and interpretive mural was designed in 2020 to depict a comprehensive ‘snapshot’ of life in the Bulkley Valley. The beauty of this mural is in its multidimensionality. The interpretations described here include facts and stories of the town for your entertainment and information. Please keep in mind that each icon represents something different to everyone, whether you Read more...

Artist’s Statement: The artwork was completed in the ancient medium of egg tempera which is made from egg yolk and natural pigments. It is one of the most ecologically friendly paints in existence, thus keeping with the Meadowlark Nature Festival ideals of enjoying and preserving the wild lands and its inhabitants.. To ensure that the painting appealed to a variety Read more...

Isabelle Hayeur: Wild Times Exhibition on view from March 13 – May 13 Major bodies of works in Hayeur’s studio practice are focused on environmental changes caused by human development or natural causes. Her photographs document the destruction of natural habitats and whole ecosystems. The exhibition titled Wild Times presented at the Vernon Public Art Gallery consist of photographs of landscapes affected by Read more...

Information for Artists Our Artist Call opens March 15, 2025 Call to Artists 2025: March 15 – June 1 Notification of acceptance: June 17, by 5pm All submitting artists are required to read the updated show guidelines each year. The Submission Guidelines outline the requirements for entry. The Exhibition & Gift Shop Guidelines provide information on what is required once Read more...

Riopelle: Crossroads in Time is a retrospective exhibition that covers 50 years of Jean Paul Riopelle’s creative production. Organized by the National Gallery of Canada to mark the centenary celebration of Riopelle’s birth, the exhibition brings together paintings, sculptures, drawings, prints and collages by the artist. The presentation features artworks drawn from 20 private and public collections and includes a number Read more...

Dark Chapters David Garneau March 22 to June 28, 2025 There are so many ways to investigate how the written word can implicate, illuminate, and interpret artworks. David Garneau Rocks and books and bones, shadows and light, and the balance between these things; studied in isolation and interpreted by 17 leading artists, essayists, poets, and academics from coast to coast, Read more...

“A moment of beauty appears suddenly, like a breeze. I try to capture that fleeting moment on canvas or paper before it is gone”. ~ Tsuneko Kokubo Born in Steveston, BC, in 1937, Koko is a Sansei – a third-generation Japanese Canadian whose grandparents immigrated from Japan, and whose parents were born in Canada. In 1940, at the age of Read more...

March 26 @ 5:00 pm – May 21 @ 7:00 pm Jazz Jam Vernon Jazz Club 3000 31st Street, Vernon, BC, Canada Celebrating music for students, professionals and music lovers alike—at the Club through end of May. Jazz Jams are led by a musical host and a house band made up of some of the Okanagan’s finest—often with an opening performance by a local Read more...

March 27 – April 24, 2025 A series of watercolour paintings by Dan Ashman. This exhibition takes inspiration from the scenery of the West Kootenays. Opening Event: March 27 Evening Hours: April 15 Read more...

Step into a fascinating world of colour and discover how India’s vibrant cottons inspired global fashion trends, transforming everything from t-shirts to floral prints, with Global Threads: The Art and Fashion of Indian Chintz. Featuring 80 objects spanning 10 centuries and 4 continents, this original Royal Ontario Museum (ROM) exhibition showcases India’s painted and printed cot­tons, revealing their enduring impact on Read more...

The Marginalized showcases the MFA thesis project of Roland Samuel. In this new body of work, Samuel explores the painful reality of social exclusion, focusing on the marginalization of the Igbo community in Nigeria. Through the use of found objects, Samuel creates sculptures that symbolize the discarded and overlooked, mirroring the experiences of marginalized groups worldwide. Drawing from his personal background Read more...

This April, nine galleries across the Comox Valley are coming together to celebrate the beauty and power of water through Waterways: The Comox Valley Gallery Hop. Each gallery will present a unique water-themed exhibition, offering visitors an opportunity to experience a diverse range of artistic interpretations. The goal of Waterways is to encourage both locals and visitors to explore the incredible art spaces Read more...

Established in 2006, the Harrison Tulip Festival pioneered a unique experience in the Fraser Valley by inviting the public to explore its blossoming fields on Seabird Island, just east of Agassiz. After relocating to Chilliwack in 2017 and operating under the name Chilliwack Tulip Festivaltm until the Spring of 2023, the festival has now found its permanent home on a 109-acre Read more...

Our Festival  2025 Dates and Venues, Trail BC Dance: April 1 – 5  at The Bailey Theatre Piano:  April 7– 11  at First Presbyterian Church Voice:  April 7 – 11  at First Presbyterian Church Choirs:  April 10 – 11 at The Bailey Theatre Speech:  April 7 – 11 at First Presbyterian Church Strings:  April 7  – 11 at First Presbyterian Church Woodwinds:  April 7 – Read more...

Art Dabble: 5 Classes on Tuesday afternoons from 1:30 -4:00 pm Don’t know where to start with making art? Haven’t touched a brush or pen for a long time? Want to rediscover the childhood pleasure of creative play? Art Dabble is for you! Art Dabble provides a series of rich explorations facilitated by inspiring local artists. Nurture your creative energy Read more...

This course is FULL. Painting Foundations 5 Classes on Wednesdays from 6- 8 pm , start April 2 in the CVAC Art Studio Welcome to an evening painting class for both oil and acrylic painting. Participants will be guided through the full painting process, from choosing compelling subject matter to creating preparatory studies and developing dynamic compositions. The course will Read more...

This group of talented artists has a home base of Invermere, BC, and gather from throughout the Columbia Valley to create art and visit.   The group has been together for more than 25 years and count potters and woodworkers as part of their family.   Their studio is open 24 hours a day and welcomes both artists and the public Read more...

Haven: Be it a nest, a den, a warm dry place or in our imagination, it is a place that embraces our spirit. Read more...

 The Caetani Centre is excited to present a new art exhibition that celebrates the creativity and talent of youth and the Centre’s growing community of artists. The Creating Space – Artists of Caetani exhibition will showcase work from both emerging young artists and established artists who are part of the Centre’s studio community. The exhibition is named after the Centre’s Read more...

Young artists in grades 9-12 from across Central Okanagan Public Schools have come together to participate in the 39th annual Art in Action student exhibition, Interwoven. This year’s exhibition invites students to explore and celebrate the power of togetherness through artistic expression. The artwork reflects the interconnectedness of humanity, showing how our differences, cultures, and stories weave together to form a rich tapestry of Read more...

BLOOM WITH US THIS SPRING! Our Spring Bloom 50/50 Raffle has officially launched, and one lucky winner will walk away with up to $50,000 on May 15th.  Our 50/50 raffle isn’t just about winning—it’s about growing something beautiful together. Every ticket purchase helps support local arts programs while giving you a chance at a life-changing prize. Here’s how it works: Every Read more...

Liminality is a quality of being in between two places or stages, on the verge of transitioning to something new. Liminal spaces are the uncertain transitions between where you’ve been and where you’re going physically, emotionally, metaphorically. To be in a liminal space means to be on the precipice of something new but not quite there yet.” Join us for Read more...

Vivid colours, intricate textiles, and lively illustrations. We are so excited to invite everyone to our next exhibit opening. Thursday evening please join us for the unveiling of ‘Dagashi’ by artist Everett Wong. The opening will begin at 7 PM with some quick speeches and introductions followed by the opening of the exhibit. The gallery will be open until 9pm Read more...

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Wide Angle temporary exhibit | floor two The landscape of film in Kamloops. The landscape of Kamloops in film. For decades, Kamloops has been more than just a city—it’s been a scene. A backdrop for epic stories. A character in its own right. But how often do we stop and see it through the lens of the filmmakers who brought Read more...

Susannah Montague’s work undertakes a radical rethinking of the traditions of classical porcelain, reveling in the exquisite delicacy of the material while exploring its history of ritual, reverence and commerce. Porcelain emerged as a western status symbol during the explosion of trade in the Renaissance, a period that also ushered in the spiritual questioning, exploding globalism, and ambitious empire-building that Read more...

The Art of Yingna Wang opens April 11, 2025; Portraits will be on view in the Upstairs Gallery. Yingna Wang presents a series of soft, expressive pastel works, focusing mainly on portraits with a few nature scenes. Her art is grounded in emotion and connection, using subtle expressions and flowing lines to convey a quiet sense of peace and reflection. “As you Read more...

Looking for the perfect gift for that someone special? Shop over 40 local vendors and support local artisans in our community! New West Craft is a handmade market hosted by the Arts New West. New West Craft aims to provide a welcoming environment for crafters, artisans, and makers to share their work with the community. Our markets take place on Read more...

The Vancouver Art Gallery Debuts Lucy Raven’s   First Major West Coast Exhibition Exhibition includes the world premiere of a newly commissioned video installation, Murderers Bar, the final installment in Raven’s acclaimed series The Drumfire This exhibition is part of the 2025 Capture Photography Festival Featured Exhibitions Program. On Thursday, April 17 at 6PM, the Gallery will host a conversation Read more...

A Gateway Theatre and Western Canada Theatre Production PRIDE & PREJUDICE April 17-26, 2025 Adapted from the novel by Jane Austen Recommended age: 12+ Presented in English with Traditional and Simplified Chinese surtitles Richmond’s Gateway Theatre is bringing Kate Hamill’s spirited adaptation to the stage – a modern twist on one of the most beloved stories. Hamill’s new take on Read more...

SD 22 Secondary School Students Art and Soul Exhibition on view from April 17 – May 14 Art and Soul is made up of artwork created by secondary school students from School District No.22 displaying a maturity of handling various mediums and more importantly, demonstrating a strong conceptual approach. Read more...

Postcards from the Heart: Selections from the Brigitte and Henning Freybe Collection also opens on April 18 at the Vancouver Art Gallery. This is a major showcase of works gifted by Vancouver–based collectors Brigitte and Henning Freybe. Featuring more than 30 works by some of the most important European and North American artists working in the last 50 years, Postcards from the Heart will be Read more...

Beloved Film Series returning to Penticton Art Gallery The PAG Film Series is making its highly anticipated return in 2025. Formerly known as the Kitchen Stove Film Series, this beloved initiative first began in 1998, and we are thrilled to bring it back after a nearly five-year hiatus. Paul Crawford, Director, Penticton Art Gallery, says he is excited to see Read more...

April 24–May 25, 2025 Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage THE HANDSHAKE OF HOPE “I swear, I absolutely swear that hope has a sound.” It’s 1991, the peak of the AIDS crisis. Casey House, Canada’s first freestanding AIDS hospice, receives uplifting news: Diana, Princess of Wales, will be making a historic visit. Inspired by true events, this powerful drama reminds us of Read more...

Magic of Batik : workshop April 25 from 10 am -4 pm Discover the magic of Batik using wax and dyes on 100% white cotton fabric. You will learn the different processes of batik: how to apply hot liquid wax with traditional and contemporary waxing tools how to mix colours how to apply washes of colourful dyes to fabric and Read more...

The SLCC’s feature exhibition Sx̱wex̱wiy̓ám̓ tiná7 tl’a temíxw / ptakwlh ti tmicwa / Legends of the Land shares how traditional knowledge and history were passed down from generation to generation through stories. Guests can experience live storytelling, bold artwork, petroglyphs and pictographs showing the connection to the land of the Sk̲wx̲wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish Nation) territory and the Lil̓wat7úl (Lil’wat Nation) Read more...

Nanoose Bay Studio Showcase – All Artists Under One Roof Date: April 26th     Time: 10am to 5pm Location: Nanoose Place Community Center, 2925 NW Bay Rd, Nanoose Bay, BC V9P 9J9    – Join us for a special event where you can experience the incredible talent of 21 local artists—all under one roof! We invite you to meet our talented local Read more...

Madama Butterfly has FIVE performances at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre in Vancouver Saturday, April 26, 7:30PM | Sunday, April 27, 2:00PM | Thursday, May 1, 7:30PM | Saturday, May 3, 7:30PM | Sunday, May 4, 2:00PM Vancouver Opera is proud to announce the grand finale of its 2024–2025 season with Giacomo Puccini’s most deeply-felt and imaginative opera, Madama Butterfly. Gorgeous Read more...

The Coast Mountains: Recent Works by Edward Burtynsky The internationally acclaimed Toronto-based artist Edward Burtynsky will present a selection of large-scale photo-based works for this exhibition at the Audain Art Museum. Over the past 40 years, Burtynsky has focused his camera lens on the impact of human industry around the planet. This display of recent works in Whistler entitled The Coast Read more...

The Dance Centre presents a program of events celebrating the art of dance for International Dance Day. Highlights include Vanessa Goodman’s innovative stairs-inspired project between the landings, a film examining a landmark project by Karen Jamieson Dance, and an ensemble work by Dance//Novella. Initiated in 1982 by UNESCO, International Dance Day is marked annually on April 29 with events across Canada Read more...

May 1 – 29, 2025 Showcasing the work of over 60 youth artists, with students exploring mediums such as ceramics, comics, portraits and more. Opening Event: May 1 Read more...

Raise a Mug to Creativity! Celebrate craftsmanship and creativity at the 5th Annual Mugs of May exhibition at the Vernon Community Arts Centre! This year’s show features stunning handmade mugs—both functional and artistic—alongside fine art exploring the mug as a central theme. Discover works in ceramics, painting, photography, and more, all inspired by this everyday essential. ✨ A perfect time Read more...

After Wrappers  Artists: Big Rock Candy Mountain May 3rd to July 13th, 2025 Big Rock Candy Mountain is an artist-run flavor incubator and taste-making think-tank between Hannah Jickling, Reed H. Reed, a variety of guest artists, and elementary school students. “The artworks in this exhibition are the result of dynamic collaborations between artists and elementary school students. What a great Read more...

Calling all art lovers, bargain hunters, and creative souls! The Creative Clear Out is your chance to score one-of-a-kind finds at unbeatable prices. From original art and prints to quirky furniture, art supplies, and holiday décor, there’s something for everyone.May 3 & 4, 2025, from 8 AM to 2 PM at 444 Parkhill Terrace, Ladysmith. All funds raised support our Read more...

FREE ENTRY!  Welcome to the 4th Annual MacKenzie Road Art & Wine Crawl! Join us for a fun-filled day exploring local art & music, and tasting delicious wines from the region. The event will take place on the grounds of Klippers Marketplace & Cafe & Row Fourteen Restaurant at 625/725 MacKenzie Rd in Cawston, and is a fantastic opportunity to support local artists and wineries Read more...

The 55th Cowichan Valley Fine Art Show is the largest open, non-juried,  art show on the Island and features work by emerging and renowned artists including painting and sculpture, jewelry design, furniture, photography and more. Key Dates to Remember: Show Dates: May 5 – 30, 2025 Registration Open: February 28 – April 21 Registration Deadline: April 21 or until capacity is Read more...

Date: May 9 • 2025 @ 7:00 pm   End date: May 9 • 2025 @ 9:00 pm Tickets: $30/person or 2 for $50 Date: April 4 • 2025 @ 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Celebrate the opening of three new exhibitions: Your Image, Various mediums coordinated by Coquitlam Heritage; Urban Invitation, Watercolours by Dong Li; and Colonial Layers, Mixed Media and Sculpture by Robert Morris. Invite Read more...

ART STUDIO TOUR Mother’s Day Weekend | May 10 – 11, 2025 | 10am – 4pm Our 25th annual tour promises to be a unique experience with over 100 local and visiting artists in 31 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, Read more...

Van Dop Gallery, established in 1996 by Trudy Van Dop, is a unique fine art gallery located in New Westminster, British Columbia. As Canada’s only home-gallery, it showcases contemporary artworks by over 80 Canadian artists across various media, including paintings, sculptures, glass, ceramics, and jewelry. The gallery offers a distinctive art-viewing experience by presenting art within a home setting, allowing Read more...

Artist Deborah Czernecky participates in the 2025 Hills to Shores Artists Tour. Deborah is an elected Member of the Society of Canadian Artists (SCA). While primarily an “en plein air” painter, she has produced a diverse body of work, reflecting her art travels in Canada and abroad. ​Deborah has been active on numerous Art Organizations Boards, including a founding member Read more...

The Gulf of Georgia Cannery Society is proud to present Cannery REcollections. An exhibit that reveals how objects serve as touchstones for storytelling and connect us to people, places and moments that shaped Canada’s West Coast fishing industry. This exhibit will feature artifacts from the Cannery’s collection that have not been seen in over a decade! Celebrate with us at Read more...

Come to the Sunny Okanagan! Yes – we have a lot of Vineyards. Yes – we have pristine beaches. But more than that, we have a unique ecosystem which deserves your attention. The Meadowlark Nature Festival celebrates the natural wonders of the South Okanagan and Similkameen Valleys. With a wide variety of hikes and bikes and walks and talks, we Read more...

Tony and Tina’s Wedding: A Night of Food, Fun, and Drama Produced by: Hammer Up Productions Directed by: Jeff Laurin Hilariously unforgettable evening: Yes, Tony and Tina’s Wedding is back in town! This wacky, immersive Dinner Theater event returns to the stage, MAY 16th-17th & 23rd-24th (2025) in Vancouver B.C. Whether you’re a fan of laugh-out-loud comedy, crave an authentic Read more...

About the garden: Kitty Coleman Woodland Gardens are an act of love, developed by one man in an effort to fulfill a dream to share with all. Woodland Gardens, Courtenay, BC has one of the largest rhododendron collections in Western Canada with over 3000 plantings. It is also home to a multitude of native plants, birds and wildflowers. Its 24 Read more...

This annual North Shore outdoor community event that will be taking place this year for its 25 year running! Each year, musicians, visual artists and performers fill beautiful, local, outdoor garden spaces with their imagination and creativity, with the aim of inspiring visitors to reflect on their relationships to place, land, and community. Read more...

Join Us and & Enjoy a FREE Self-Guided Tour the Visual, Literary and Performing Arts Studios and Hubs of Bowen Island Bowen Arts Tour will run on the 4th Weekend every May, Starting May 24/25, 2025. We are proud to connect the community, visitors and artists in a fun, interactive environment. With up to 21 Art Studios and Art Hubs Read more...

Join artist Marie Neys in the upcoming Bowen Arts Tour on May 24+25, 11AM-4PM   Read more...

‘Out With the Old, in With the New’ May 24th 11-5pm May 25th 10-4pm Get Tickets Event Overview The charming town of Ladysmith will host the much-anticipated Spring Cleaning Arts Fair at the historic Aggie Hall on May 24th and 25th. This two-day celebration embodies the spirit of the slogan “Out With the Old in With the New” by encouraging Read more...

Annual Exhibit featuring artworks from members of the North Okanagan Federation of Canada members. More details to come. Exhibit Details: Free Entry, Donation welcome for the Vernon Community Arts Centre OPEN DAILY: Mon-Thurs, 9am – 9pm, Fri-Sat: 9am – 5pm, Sun: 12pm – 4pm   Read more...

The community is invited to fill their weekend with art May 31 & June 1st. 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 Read more...

We’re here for a good time, whether it’s sampling the finest ciders and craft brews by producers from across BC, perusing the community marketplace brimming with artisan goods, or treating your ears to exclusive live music that will set the mood as you mingle with fellow cider enthusiasts and discover your new favorite sips. With Musical Guest: Canadian Recording Artist, Juno Award Read more...

The Dance Centre presents Company 605 + The Human Expression: New Work (world premiere) Thursday-Friday June 5-6, 2025 | 8pm Saturday June 7, 2025 | 2pm + 8pm Scotiabank Dance Centre, 677 Davie St, Vancouver From opposite ends of the Pacific Ocean, Vancouver’s Company 605 and Singapore’s The Human Expression (T.H.E) Dance Company join forces for a thrilling new international Read more...

The 18th Annual Chetwynd International Chainsaw Carving Championship has visually shaped The District of Chetwynd into a one-of-a-kind locale. Artists from all over the world compete in this unique competition. The District of Chetwynd in BC keeps each intricately carved piece from the championship and places them throughout town. Spectators can watch the artists create their works of art over Read more...

Come join us for the 50th Annual Creative Chaos Festival!!!! The Creative Chaos Festival is hailed as one of the major tourist events in Vernon, B.C. It showcases over 200 artisans and crafters from across Canada. As well there are Specialty  Foods products with Performing Arts and Food Trucks. Creative Chaos hosts some of the best in local performing arts. There will Read more...