In a city where BC’s rich heritage meets vibrant communities of diverse cultures from all over the planet, Surrey’s art scene offers the chance to understand where we’ve come from at the same time as we dream of the endless possibilities before us. Catch a show on the beach or visit cutting-edge contemporary art at one of the largest public galleries in the region – even a walk down its lively streets will always surprise and inspire.
Surrey Art Gallery is pleased to announce the exhibition In the Shadow of the Pavilions: Expo 86 and Contemporary Art that will run from April 18 to June 7, 2026.
Event Details
Surrey Art Gallery is pleased to announce the exhibition In the Shadow of the Pavilions: Expo 86 and Contemporary Art that will run from April 18 to June 7, 2026. The public reception and launch will take place Saturday April 18 from 6-9pm. Admission to the exhibition and reception is free.
Across numerous pavilions, multiple outdoor plazas, and within various museums and public galleries around the Lower Mainland, Expo 86 brought together a wide variety of artists and artworks from across Canada and around the world. At the same time, the world’s fair attracted a wide range of parallel art exhibitions and initiatives. On Expo’s 40th anniversary, In the Shadow of the Pavilions: Expo 86 and Contemporary Art highlights some of the extraordinary art from around British Columbia’s Lower Mainland during Canada’s second world’s fair moment.
Time
April 18 (Saturday) – June 7 (Sunday) (All Day)(GMT+00:00)
The Arts Council of Surrey has been organizing this annual open-juried exhibition in partnership with the Gallery. A team of community jurors comes together to select artworks that demonstrate originality
Event Details
The Arts Council of Surrey has been organizing this annual open-juried exhibition in partnership with the Gallery. A team of community jurors comes together to select artworks that demonstrate originality and skill. Prizes are awarded across five categories: painting; drawing, printmaking, and mixed media on paper; sculpture and fiber art; photography; and digital, performative, and new media art. The artworks are displayed throughout Surrey Arts Centre, and visitors are invited to vote for the People’s Choice Award.
Time
May 9 (Saturday) – August 1 (Saturday) (All Day)(GMT+00:00)
