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Sooke Fine Arts
SookeVancouver Island's largest juried art show takes place for 10 days at the end of July and beginning of August
Jan 01, 1970 thru Apr 08, 2010
http://www.sooke-portrenfrew.com/special-events/sooke-fine-arts-show/S'abadeb: The Gifts - Pacific Coast Salish Art and Artists
VictoriaA major exhibition exploring the art and culture of the 40 groups of the Coast Salish First Peoples of British Columbia and Washington State. Over 175 works of art will be exhibited at the Royal BC Museum, Victoria.
Nov 20, 2009 thru Aug 03, 2010
Contact Phone: 888 447-7977
www.royalbcmuseum.bc.caCommunity Calendar
Salt Spring IslandOne easy place to see all the events as coordinated by the Salt Spring Arts Council and the Driftwood Newspapert
Dec 01, 2009 thru Dec 06, 2010
Contact Phone: 800 648 2560
http://gulfislandstourism.com/cgi-bin/Calcium40.pl?CalendarName=Driftwood2010 Olympic & Paralympic experience
VancouverThe Vancouver 2010 mission is to touch the soul of the nation and inspire the world by creating and delivering an extraordinary Olympic and Paralympic experience with lasting legacies. Slogan is "You got to be here" and BBVancouver.com can help you with that goal.
Feb 11, 2010 thru Mar 21, 2010
Contact Phone: N/A
http://www.vancouver2010.com/REBA MCENTIRE
AbbotsfordREBA MCENTIRE WITH SPECIAL GUESTS CRYSTAL SHAWANDA & MELISSA PETERMAN
Mar 18, 2010 thru Mar 18, 2010
www.abbotsfordcentre.caThe Great Outdoors Show
AbbotsfordShow Times: Friday Noon - 9pm Saturday 10am - 9pm Sunday 10am - 5pm The Great Outdoors Show is a "next generation" Outdoor Show aiming for the audience that is committed to a lifestyle of outdoor adventure, travel, sports, fitness and leisure activities of all kinds. From extreme sports and travel adventures to backyard leisure and BBQ's...the variety of exhibits and show content appeals to a much broader consumer audience than the traditional hunting & fishing show format.
Mar 19, 2010 thru Mar 21, 2010
www.thegreatoutdoorsshow.comOkanagan Fest of Ale
PentictonThis event is a tribute to the fast growing micro-brewing industry. You will find on display some of the best of the Paicfic Northwest handcrafted ales with events and tastings...Tickets available beginning March 1st. Call the Penticton Info Centre @ 1-800-663-5052 for info.
Apr 09, 2010 thru Apr 10, 2010
Contact Phone: 1-800-663-1900
www.fest-of-ale.bc.caOkanagan Spring Wine Festival
KelownaFor the first ten days in May each year, this festival offers anyone who loves fabulous wine accompanied by fine cuisine. Guests can choose an incredible 100 plus events throughout Okanagan Wine Country at a time of year when it is absolutely delightful to savour Spring in the warm sunshine. The Okanagan Spring Wine Festival has been described as "one of Canada's best small festivals" Experience a wide range of culinary treats from to gourmet dinners served at many wineries throughout Kelowna and the Okanagan
Apr 09, 2010 thru May 09, 2010
Contact Phone: 250-861-6654
www.thewinefestivals.comBrentwood Regatta
Cobble HillThe second largest highschool rowing regatta in North America is held annually at Brentwood College School.
Apr 23, 2010 thru Apr 25, 2010
Contact Phone: 250-743-2672
www.regatta.brentwood.bc.caOkanagan Spring Wine Festival 2010
PentictonThe 17th Annual Spring Wine Festival features over 100 events including luncheons and dinners with wine pairing, along with wine education and consumer tastings. Venues are scattered throughout the South Okanagan and Central Okanagan.
Apr 30, 2010 thru May 09, 2010
Contact Phone: 250-861-6654
www.owfs.comSorrento Village Farmers' Market
SorrentoFresh organic produce, fresh baked goods, bedding plants, preserves, soap, beauty products and local crafts are available weekly at the market, held in Sorrento Shoppers Plaza every Saturday. The Market Stage features local talent to entertain the visitors. Come for the freshness but stay for the fun!
May 08, 2010 thru Oct 09, 2010
Contact Phone: 250.515.1265Meadowlark Festival 2010
PentictonThis nature festival is an annual opportunity to discover, experience and explore the natural beauty and diversity of the South Okanagan and Similkameen Valleys. During the festival you will have the opportunity to visit areas from Canada's only desert near Osoyoos to sub-alpine meadows above OK Lake. Over 90 events...
May 20, 2010 thru May 24, 2010
Contact Phone: 250-492-5275
www.meadowlarkfestival.bc.caChildren's Festival 2010 - Rotary Okanagan International
PentictonThe 8th Annual Children's Festival features the world's finest musicians, dancers, actors, acrobats, comedians and storytellers! Set outdoors next to Okanagan Lake at the North end of Penticton, the venue is electric...
May 27, 2010 thru May 29, 2010
Contact Phone: 250-493-8800
www.okchildrensfest.orgSubaru Shawnigan Lake International Triathlon
Shawnigan LakePart of the Subaru West Coast Triathlon Series, the Shawnigan Lake event is the first one of the season.Athletes of all levels can compete in half Ironman, Olympic, Sprint and Relay Events.
May 30, 2010 thru May 30, 2010
triseries.ca/shawnigan_lake/index.phpResources Expo 2010
Prince GeorgeResources Expo 2010 will bring government and resource industry leaders, projects, companies and contractors, suppliers, human resources and technology together for 3 days of exciting opportunities
Jun 03, 2010 thru Jun 05, 2010
Contact Phone: 250-563-8833
http://bcresourcesexpo.com/index.htmlSummer Market
Sidney by the SeaEvery Thursday evening during the summer months, Sidney's main street is transformed into a fabulous and popular "Summer Market". You will find fresh produce, crafts, entertainment and great food!
Jun 03, 2010 thru Aug 26, 2010
http://www.sidneybusiness.com/8th Annual Quadra Island Studio Tour
Artists and craftspeople are preparing their studios for this very popular annual event. Several artists also show their work at the Quadra Community Centre where a group exhibition will be staged. Plan your visit for the first weekend of June to experience the beauty of Quadra Island. You will see a great variety of fine art and craft and the unique studios that produce it. Many island hotels, resorts and B&Bs offer special rates for the Studio Tour weekend. After a long day of visiting studios, sit back, relax and enjoy a musical evening at one of Quadra's fine resorts.
Jun 05, 2010 thru Jun 06, 2010
Contact Phone: 250-285-3101
http://quadraislandarts.com/pages/studio%20tour.html5th Annual Quadra Island Paint Out!
"Art adds to a community, attracts a core of people who are intelligent, creative and bring new ideas. They have a lot of energy, which is a really wonderful thing for a community to have." The 5th Annual Quadra Island Paint Out 2010 is happening on Saturday and Sunday, September 11-12, 9 AM -4 PM, with the support of Firesign Art & Design Studio and B&B in conjunction with the International Plein Air Painters (IPAP)8th Great Worldwide Paint Out. On Saturday, artists will paint at Rebecca Spit Provincial Park at various locations. On Sunday, September 12, at 3:00 PM there will be an exhibit of the weekend’s work and a reception at the Heriot Bay Inn. The public is invited to view the art and meet the artists. Event organizer, Nanci Cook, says there is a joy about paintings outdoors and this is a chance for people to see professional artists at work, developing their paintings in response to the beauty in nature. Landscape painters will invade Quadra Island in September. Some of the area's most talented outdoor painters will bring their paint boxes and easels to Quadra Island, well known for its vistas of mountains, oceans and forests. Plein air painters from all over the globe will convene to record the historical buildings, places and vanishing farmlands, as part of raising global awareness on our frail planet. In Europe, it’s a common sight to see artists working outdoors and while their efforts are much admired, people pretty much allow them to work uninterrupted. In the US and Canada, plein air painters are a bit of a novelty and create curiosity and entertainment. Children are especially interested and awed by watching an art work being created. Someday, outdoor painters may be as common place as everyday people on their way to work. IPAP, who has members who reside throughout the World, is the blanket organization for individual plein air groups and was created for the sole purpose of advancing the execution and enjoyment of plein air painting without limitations of borders or regions. Its members share inspiration and encouragement both on the Internet and at "paint outs". They encourage other artists to get out and do it, to paint with other artists and share ideas. The World Tour of Contemporary Landscape Painters is part of International Plein Air Painters Worldwide Organization. Partnered, with Landscape Painters International, both organizations tour the globe promoting green space and the obligation of landscape artists to call attention to the cause. You can see more info on this tour on IPAP’s website http://www.i-p-a-p.com This event is happening simultaneously in international locations and Quadra Island is part of this 8th WORLDWIDE group event hosted by International Plein Air Painters.
Jun 11, 2010 thru Jun 12, 2010
Contact Phone: 250-285-3390
http://www.firesignartanddesign.com/Plein%20air%20Paint%20Out.htmPenticton Pacific N.W. Elvis Fest
Penticton2010 is the 9th Anniversary of this Festival. Tribute Artists plus some headliners, appearing at different venues from Ok Park on Lakeshore Drive to the Convention Centre. Pancake breakfast, food & refreshment vendors, Sunday gospel show.
Jun 25, 2010 thru Jun 27, 2010
Contact Phone: 1-800-663-5052
www.pentictonelvisfestival.comJazzfest International - Victoria
Victoria"Ten hot days and nights of the coolest music in town." Enjoy over 80 high calibre individual jazz performances taking place in numerous indoor and outdoor venues/stages with over 325 musicians. A series of free admission performances in Centennial Square will also take place during the daytime with ticketed and cover charge performances scheduled in various theatres, clubs and restaurant venues in the evenings. Workshops by visiting musicians as well.
Jun 25, 2010 thru Jul 04, 2010
jazzvictoria.ca/Peach City Beach Cruise 2010
PentictonFor the car buff: Car viewing, memorabilia auction, collector car auction. Lots of cars to see and talk about with their owners. Lakeshore Drive (Okanagan Lake) and other venues.
Jun 25, 2010 thru Jun 27, 2010
Contact Phone: 250-487-2303 or 866--889-2288
www.peachcitybeachcruise.comSouth Shuswap Canada Day
Blind BayLocal Canada Day events include: Pancake Breakfast, parade, events on field, car rally, games area, local vendors, live music, beer garden, food court, & fireworks.
Jul 01, 2010 thru Jul 01, 2010Victoria PRIDE Week
VictoriaA weeks worth of events celebrating the gay and lesbian community leading up to a Pride Parade and afternoon festival on July ?. Don't miss the Big Gay Dog Walk! The Victoria Pride Society is committed to bringing family centered events to our community all year round.
Jul 01, 2010 thru Jul 14, 2010
www.victoriapridesociety.org/events.htmlCanada Day in BC's Capital
VictoriaVictoria's annual celebration of our beloved nation, featuring our "Eh-rated" fireworks display which gets better every year.
Jul 01, 2010 thru Jul 01, 2010
www.victoria.ca/canadaday/Fireworks - Saturdays at the Butchart Gardens
VictoriaEnjoy superb fireworks in The Gardens' magnificent setting. Every summer Saturday night these lavish shows dazzle visitors with their unique blend of spectacle and music. Bring warm clothing and, if desired, a cover to sit upon the ground. Blankets are available for purchase on site. Consider a lovely summer Saturday picnic available on the Residence Lawn.
Jul 03, 2010 thru Sep 04, 2010
www.butchartgardens.com/entertainment/fireworks/fireworks.htmlKathaumixw 2010
Powell RiverChoral festival featuring choirs from all over the world. July 6th to July 10th, 2010 is the main week of choral events.
Jul 06, 2010 thru Jul 10, 2010
www.kathaumixw.orgTour De Delta
LadnerTour de Delta features local cyclists and pro racers competing for $25,000 in prizes making it the richest event in Canadian cycling! Come check out the 2 powerful and stylish AC Cobras that are the new lead cars for this year's races!
Jul 09, 2010 thru Jul 11, 2010
Contact Phone: 604-952-3545
http://www.tourdedelta.com/tourindex.htmlShuswap Festival of the Arts
SorrentoA art show lasting 9 days, with 300-400 entries are juried & awarded. Events includes: Children's Art Day on Wednesday, artist's demonsrations, gift shop, art sales, raffle, writer's coffee house & tea room. Held at" Sorrento Memorial Hall, 1148 Passchedaele Road.
Jul 10, 2010 thru Jul 18, 2010
Contact Phone: 250.675.2813Beach Blanket Film Festival
PentictonCanada's only outdoor floating screen film festival with top Canadian films. Held in & beside Okanagan Lake in mid July. Tickets available online or at the gate.
Jul 16, 2010 thru Jul 18, 2010
Contact Phone: 250-490-7886
www.beachblanketfilmfest.caMoss St Paint In - Victoria
VictoriaOne Saturday each year the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria teams up with over 100 professional and emerging artists from Victoria and surrounding areas to turn Moss street into the world's largest outdoor art gallery. Artists display and produce their work on Moss Street between Fort Street and Dallas Road while visitors roam up and down learning and interacting with the artists face to face. The Paint-In is a free and fun-filled community-based art awareness and education event that sees 35,000 visitors and receives support from the City of Victoria.
Jul 17, 2010 thru Jul 17, 2010
aggv.bc.ca/Moss+Street.aspxSooke Fine Arts Show
SookeSooke is steeped in artistic talent and natural beauty, making it the perfect host for the premier juried art show on Vancouver Island. 2010 provides an opportunity to enjoy the twenty-fourth year of the Sooke Fine Arts Show, and its’ fourth year under the sponsorship of the Sooke Fine Arts Society. Plan your visit to next year’s show now. The show opens to the public on Saturday, July 24, 2010 at ten in the morning, and runs through Monday, August 2.
Jul 24, 2010 thru Aug 02, 2010
Contact Phone: 250-642-7256
www.sookefinearts.comUkee Days
UclueletA village celebration in the whale days of summer. Come enjoy the logger sports, local crafts, seafood, and the famous Ukee Days breakfast.
Jul 24, 2010 thru Jul 26, 2010
www.ucluelet.travel/en/ukee-daysSymphony Splash - Victoria
VictoriaBeginning at 2pm, the Inner Harbour will become an outdoor concert stage, with children’s activities, local food vendors, and live music. The 20th annual Bayview Residences Victoria Symphony Splash spectacular finale of the evening will feature Maestra Tania Miller leading the Victoria Symphony and a host of special guests. Bayview Residences Victoria Symphony Splash is the largest annual symphony event in North America, attracting up to 40,000 Victoria residents and visitors. The unique setting for the performance is on a barge moored in Victoria’s Inner Harbour, in front of the picturesque Provincial Legislature.
Aug 01, 2010 thru Aug 01, 2010
http://www.victoriasymphony.bc.ca/concerts/splash/Free B Movie Festival - Victoria
VictoriaBring your own snacks, blankets and flashlights. Playing at the Cameron Bandshell in Beacon Hill Park, the whole family will enjoy these hidden treasures from moviemaking history! Shows start at 9pm Fridays and Saturdays throughout August.
Aug 01, 2010 thru Aug 31, 2010
www.victoriafilmfestival.com/year-round-mainmenu-201Penticton Peach Festival - 63rd Annual
PentictonAn annual gathering of family oriented events in early August...features a whirlwind of entertainment, pancake breakfast, sandcastle competitions, music concerts, parade, kiddie parade, food vendors, crafts. Includes the annual Square Dance Festival.
Aug 04, 2010 thru Aug 08, 2010
Contact Phone: 250-487-9709
www.peachfest.comSalmon Arm Roots & Blues Festival
Salmon ArmGet set for the hottest weekend of the summer as 50 of the best world, folk, roots, and blues artists fill 5 daytime and 2 nighttime outdoor stages. Set beneath the splendid natural backdrop of Mount Ida & the Fly Hills, this 3 day music extravaganza features a rainbow of music & cultures from around the globe. The bands are starting to be listed: From Quebec, Erik Mongrain is a highly gifted acoustic guitarist, The F-Holes, 2009 Juno Award winner for Blues Album of the Year, Julian Fauth, the eight piece Tom Fun Orchestra, Fred Penner & more to come.
Aug 13, 2010 thru Aug 15, 2010
Contact Phone: 250-833-4096
rootsandblues.caDragonboat Festival - Victoria
VictoriaBe part of an ancient tradition! Come down to the Inner Harbour for exhilarating dragon boat races, cultural entertainment and crafts for the whole family. Free Admission.
Aug 13, 2010 thru Aug 15, 2010
www.victoriadragonboat.com/Victoria Fringe Festival
VictoriaThe Victoria Fringe is an eleven-day, un-juried international theatre festival, featuring 40 comedy, drama, dance, and spoken word companies from around the world in six or more downtown venues. The festival attracts over 15,000 ticketbuyers to hundreds of performances. Fringe membership is $5, and then tickets are $9 or less at the door, with a 10-show Frequent Fringer pass available for only $65.
Aug 26, 2010 thru Sep 05, 2010
intrepidtheatre.wordpress.com/victoria-fringe/Victoria Blues Bash
VictoriaThis Labour Day weekend festival is a celebration of blues and R & B music with afternoon free and evening ticketed performances. Features more than 14 individual bands over three afternoons and three evenings. The main outdoor stage of this festival is located at Victoria's Inner Harbour at Ship Point with other venues used for late night entertainment.
Sep 05, 2010 thru Sep 07, 2010
jazzvictoria.ca/Cirque du Soleil - Alegria
VictoriaAlegría is a mood, a state of mind. The themes of the show, whose name means "jubilation" in Spanish, are many. Power and the handing down of power over time, the evolution from ancient monarchies to modern democracies, old age, youth—it is against this backdrop that the characters of Alegría play out their lives. Kings' fools, minstrels, beggars, old aristocrats and children make up its universe, along with the clowns, who alone are able to resist the passing of time and the social transformations that accompany it.
Sep 08, 2010 thru Sep 12, 2010
cirquedusoleil.com/en/shows/alegria/default.aspxSidney Fine Art Show
Sidney by the SeaThe Sidney Fine Art Show is a world-class juried art show featuring work by artists primarily from around B.C. Presented by the Community Arts Council of the Saanich Peninsula, this Show is for serious artists and patrons of the arts. The first Show in 2003 was an outstanding success and each year the Show has attracted thousands of visitors to the town of Sidney.
Oct 15, 2010 thru Oct 17, 2010
http://blog.sidneyfineartshow.com/
