Bright Murals to Seek Out During Through the Winter Overcast
Hoping for a pop of colour before spring arrives? The walls of the West Coast offer a year-round palate cleanser, no matter the weather. Teeming with a diverse selection of murals, a walking tour through the region’s public art scene is a sure way to refresh your brightness levels. From a famously vibrant alleyway on […]
The Art of Wellness: Local Creative Spots to Boost Your Mood
The healing power of art is a well-known avenue for self-care, whether you’re taking in someone else’s work or you’re sitting down to create your own. From touring the latest exhibition at a local gallery to organizing your paints and easel just the way you like them, art opens a space out of time where […]
February 2026 Arts & Culture Events
February brings a warm front of arty inspiration! Whether you’re looking to stoke your creative flame or you’re in search of a new spark for the year, you’ll find all kinds of possibilities around Metro Vancouver and Whistler this month. Genre-defining dance and performances, a papier-mâché workshop with a skilled paper professional, and there’s even […]
Inspiring West Coast Artists You Need To Know About: Part 2
With the arrival of a new year, the blank canvas of the 12 months ahead can feel a little daunting. Fortunately, on the West Coast, inspiration is never in short supply. Across all mediums, styles and cultures, you can always count on Metro Vancouver’s artistic community to boost your mood and your inspiration in equal […]
PuSh Festival Returns With 25 Fearless Performances
With twenty-one years of fostering curiosity and exploring the unknown, the PuSh International Performing Arts Festival is back, Jan 22 – Feb 8, 2026! A festival for the culturally fearless, PuSh returns with even more reasons to venture out of your comfort zone. With bold performances that push the boundaries of what art and expression […]
January 2026 Arts & Culture Events
Start your 2026 with a healthy dose of artistic inspiration! This time of year, you’ll find all manner of a-muse-ing events across Metro Vancouver and Whistler. Openings, events, and exhibitions; the local art scene has no plan to hibernate through winter. The month ahead is an excellent time to explore newly opened shows and catch […]
A Photographer Ahead of Her Time: Discover Lee Miller’s Work at The Polygon
From commercial model to fashion photographer to World War II media correspondent, Lee Miller’s story could easily span several lifetimes. An American artist, writer, and photographer, the impressive span of Miller’s career can be seen at the Polygon Gallery’s current exhibition, Lee Miller: Photographer at Work (1932—1945). While she might not yet be a household […]
Artisan Holiday Markets to Find That Perfect Gift
Getting your holiday gift lists in order? If you’re looking to give something both unique and memorable, maybe take a break from the aimless, clickable shopping experience and venture into the local holiday market scene! With a community of artists creating one-of-a-kind items across all mediums, you’ll find all kinds of discoveries that don’t require […]
December 2025 Arts & Culture Events
This holiday season, take to the streets to explore a magical urban flower garden, relive the classics in dance and song, or head up to Whistler for the latest from international and local filmmakers. It’s the most wonderful time of the year for the arts and culture scene on the West Coast! Here’s a sampling […]
It’s In The Water: How BC Made Art, and Art Made BC
If the province of British Columbia could be said to have constructed its own piece of art, that piece could be called Whistler. How appropriate then that the past, present and future of BC art be presented at Whistler’s Audain Museum, itself an architectural sculpture in conversation with the land it sits on. From Sea […]
6 Unique Ways to Experience the Eastside Culture Crawl
One of the brightest annual events on the West Coast returns! The Eastside Culture Crawl is back for its 29th year, bringing together local artists of all media and celebrating their passion for expression. Painters, sculptors, jewellers, photographers; over 500 local creatives will be opening their studios and welcoming curious culture seekers to peruse their […]
November 2025 Arts & Culture Events
The penultimate month of 2025 is here, and with it, a healthy offering of late fall/early winter artful events. From dialogue-inducing dance to gallery collections that celebrate what it means to live on the West Coast of Canada, there are many ways to feel a part of the artistic community throughout Metro Vancouver and Whistler! […]