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The Beaumont Artist Studios is celebrating 20 years with Art Icognito art party! Don’t miss 40+ open studios, food trucks & cocktails, live music & DJs, fun games and performances, and an art sale like no other. Art Incognito, a unique one-night-only fundraising gala, features over 200+ anonymous artworks each
Arts Umbrella is proud to present this year's Expressions Festival, bringing inspired, cutting-edge performances, and innovative showcases – centered around celebrating our talented young artists. The 2025 line-up includes: Seasaw The Forests WIld Newsies JR Between The Lines L.O.V.E Expressions Festival is presented by RBC.
Join us at Emily Carr University of Art + Design (ECU) for The Show from May 7-21! Step into a world of creativity and inspiration at The Show, ECU’s annual exhibition of our graduating students' work. This year’s Show features works by over 400 graduates from all five-degree programs and
The Pleasant is hosting a Curated Art and Fashion Pop Up, featuring Vancouver designers and artists in a boutique market environment. Original designs in ceramics, clothing, paintings and jewellery. A beautiful way to find out what is being created here in the city.
HAPPINESS IS... OPENING EVENT | JUNE 12TH | 5-8PM What is happiness? Is it a fleeting feeling or a lifelong pursuit? Is it found in the rhythm of the everyday, the colors of memory, or the quiet moments of reflection? Through the distinct yet complementary visions of Kimberly Blackstock, Todd
From September 8 to October 2, the Pendulum Gallery will showcase the Splash 2025 Art Collection, featuring 92 captivating pieces of artwork donated by acclaimed and emerging Canadian and international artists. This rare public preview is an invitation to connect with the bold, thought-provoking creativity that defines Splash – an
Held during Community Inclusion Month in BC, the 21st Annual INCLUSION Art Show & Sale is a vibrant celebration of creativity and community. Experience the incredible work of over 200 artists with diverse abilities, including disabled artists and those who identify as having a disability. This year, we’re proud to
One More Life Gallery presents Spooky Postcard Show 2! It’s time for all things spooky, creepy, crawly, and hauntingly to come out and play! Spooky Postcard Show 2 features 50 artists and their postcard-sized artworks of what’s been haunting them! Oh, wait, there are even Tiny Haunts, which are super
The Federation of Canadian Artists (FCA) will transform Granville Island into a hub of creativity, culture, and connection with ‘A Legacy of Art and Vision’—a celebration of over eight decades shaping Canada’s visual arts landscape. Taking place on October 30th at Performance Works on Granville Island, the event marks a
The Glass City is a groundbreaking public art project in Vancouver that brings together the talents of visual artists. Join us for a mesmerizing public outdoor art exhibition by Painter8 at 1310 Adanac St (near Clark Drive). The Glass City elevates the visibility of Canadian visual artists by showcasing their
After a very successful show in 2024, Art Spot is back in Vancouver for its 2nd annual Under $100 Art Show! 100 Artists, 1000s of Pieces of Art — ALL UNDER $100! This is a HUGE liquidation sale of original local artwork — and you don’t want to miss it!
One More Life Gallery is starting 2026 off with a group exhibition featuring local Asian artists! This show is to celebrate our identity, culture, arts, heritage, and creativity, however they look and feel for each of us. As You Are: Celebrating Asian Artists at One More Life Gallery 2111 Main