Richmond Arts Coalition

Art Talkback Series with SF Ho and Manuel Axel Strain
2025-09-28 14:00 - 15:30 (America/Vancouver) | Richmond Art Gallery, 7700 Minoru Gate, Richmond, BC, V6Y 1R8, Canada
September 28, 2pm-3:30pm
Art Talkback Series with SF Ho and Manuel Axel Strain
Richmond Art Gallery
7700 Minoru Gate
Featured artist Manuel Axel Strain invites local artists and cultural workers into a collaborative and reflective gathering at the Gallery. This informal series blends thoughtful conversation, community insight, and hands-on experiences, offering participants a chance to engage directly with the artworks and each other in a welcoming, interactive setting. Whether you’re an artist, art lover, or simply curious, come explore the exhibition in new ways.
To RSVP: https://www.richmondartgallery.org/sf-ho

Concert: The Dream Continues
2025-09-27 19:00 - 22:00 | Gateway Theatre, 6500 Gilbert Road, Richmond, BC, V7C 3V4, Canada
September 27, 7pm
Concert: The Dream Continues
Gateway Theatre
6500 Gilbert Road
Experience the inspiring energy of a live concert unlike any other with The Dream Continues. Join us for an unforgettable evening with talented musicians playing a variety of songs, from heart-pounding rock anthems to soul-stirring ballads, all performed with unmatched skill and emotion. Every beat, note, and moment will resonate within your soul on this extraordinary musical journey, Over the Rainbow.
Website: https://www.gatewaytheatre.com/events/dream-2025/

The Aristo-Cats
2025-09-27 18:00 - 21:00 | Shady Island Bar and Grill, 112-3800 Bayview Street, Richmond, BC, Canada
September 27, 6pm-9pm
The Aristo-Cats
Shady Island Seafood Bar and Grill
112-3800 Bayview Street
Live band performance.
Website: https://www.shadyislandseafood.com/general-7

國語導覽 – Exhibition Tour in Mandarin
2025-09-27 14:00 - 15:00 | Richmond Art Gallery, 7700 Minoru Gate, Richmond, BC, V6Y 1R8, Canada
September 27, 2pm-3pm
國語導覽 – Exhibition Tour in Mandarin
Richmond Art Gallery
7700 Minoru Gate
Drop in for a tour of our current exhibition in Mandarin. Learn more about the themes through a guided visit and informal discussion over a cup of tea. Limited spaces, RSVP to reserve a seat.
Website: https://www.richmondartgallery.org/strain-mandarin

One Richmond, Many Cultures – Richmond Caring Place Society
2025-09-27 08:00 - 17:00 | Richmond Caring Place, 7000 Minoru Blvd, Richmond, BC, Canada
September 27, 11am-3pm
One Richmond, Many Cultures – Richmond Caring Place Society
7000 Minoru Blvd
Celebrate the vibrant tapestry of cultures that make up our community through music, dance, art, and delicious food! Immerse yourself in the beauty of different traditions, connect with people from all walks of life, and learn something new about the world around you. This event is all about unity, understanding, and appreciation for the rich diversity that makes Richmond such a special place. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to come together as one community, embracing the many cultures that call Richmond home.
Website: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/one-richmond-many-cultures-tickets-1669358017769

Stories for Babies with Author Richard Van Camp
2025-09-26 10:30 - 11:30 | Brighouse Library, 100-7700 Minoru Gate, Richmond, British Columbia, V6Y 1R8, Canada
September 26, 10:30am-11:30am
Stories for Babies with Author Richard Van Camp
Brighouse Library
7700 Minoru Gate
Please join us as children’s book author Richard Van Camp reads from his children’s books Little You, We Sang You Home, Nighty Night: A Bedtime Song for Babies, Kiss by Kiss, and May We Have Enough to Share. Richard will share fun stories about parenthood and how each baby–and everyone who join us–is a sweet miracle and proof of the universe’s kindness.
Website: https://yourlibrary.bibliocommons.com/events/68520471a394bf4e3c489035

The Island Boys
2025-09-26 03:00 - 18:00 | Shady Island Bar and Grill, 112-3800 Bayview Street, Richmond, BC, Canada
September 26, 3pm-6pm
The Island Boys
Shady Island Seafood Bar and Grill
112-3800 Bayview Street
Live band performance.
Website: https://www.shadyislandseafood.com/general-7

Thunder From Down Under
2025-09-25 19:00 - 21:30 | River Rock Casino Resort, 8811 River Road, Richmond, British Columbia, V6X 3P8, Canada
September 25
Thunder From Down Under
River Rock Casino Resort
8811 River Road
7pm
Arguably one of Australia’s hottest (and most chiselled) exports, Thunder From Down Under has been igniting passions and thrilling audiences worldwide since 1991 with their steamy live shows. Consisting of Australia’s most eligible (and oiled) men, their all-male revue is guaranteed to set the mood for any girls’ night out. Known for their jaw-dropping performances, these bronzed beauties have made Las Vegas their home since 2001—but now, they’re taking their cheeky charm on the road.
Website: https://greatcanadian.com/event/thunder-from-down-under-3/

An Evening with Richard Van Camp – Author Talk
2025-09-25 19:00 - 20:00 | Brighouse Library, 100-7700 Minoru Gate, Richmond, British Columbia, V6Y 1R8, Canada
September 25, 7pm
An Evening with Richard Van Camp – Author Talk
Richmond Public Library – Brighouse
7700 Minoru Gate
Join best-selling author Richard Van Camp for an evening of storytelling. He will share his life’s work of reclaiming stories; family and community medicines; and interviews with Elders from his home community of Fort Smith, Northwest Territories. Hear miracle stories about how he and others—children of residential school Survivors—have spent their adult lives reclaiming what was almost lost.
Website: https://www.richmond.ca/culture/calendar/special-events/NationalDayForTruthAndReconciliation.htm

Artist Salon Webinar with Aysha McConkey, Junior Biologist and Mural Artist
2025-09-24 19:00 - 20:00 | British Columbia
September 24
Artist Salon Webinar with Aysha McConkey, Junior Biologist and Mural Artist
Online
7pm-8pm
Learn how junior biologist and BC’s Bat Ambassador uses her nature research to develop illustrations and murals into a growing art practice. McConkey shares tips and advice on mural work, applying for municipal mural and public art projects, and how to incorporate what you love into your art. City of Richmond Public Art Planner Biliana Velkova will also join in the conversation and answer questions about how to apply and what to expect from the Community Mural Program for Richmond.
To Register: https://www.richmondartgallery.org/salon-mcconkey

Author Talk and Plant Walk with LoriAnn Bird (For grades 4-6)
2025-09-24 10:00 - 11:00 | Brighouse Library, 100-7700 Minoru Gate, Richmond, British Columbia, V6Y 1R8, Canada
September 24, 10am-11am
Author Talk and Plant Walk with LoriAnn Bird (For grades 4-6)
Brighouse Library
7700 Minoru Gate
Join us as Indigenous Red River Métis herbalist LoriAnn Bird will be sharing her first book Revered Roots which contains purposeful and powerful reference to lessons, nourishment, healing and history of our ‘plant teachers’. She will be offering a 15 minute in class presentation and then taking the group on a guided 45 minute outdoor plant walk through Minoru Park. Please note that this presentation is intended for children in grades 4-6.
To Register: https://yourlibrary.bibliocommons.com/events/689e2eb46ecff3faef536e21

Collaborative Drawing with Manuel Axel Strain (Culture Days)
2025-09-21 12:00 - 15:00 | British Columbia
September 21
Collaborative Drawing with Manuel Axel Strain (Culture Days)
Richmond Art Gallery
7700 Minoru Gate
12pm-3pm
Drop into the gallery to join in a large-scale drawing project with exhibiting artist Manuel Axel Strain. This will be a community collaborative activity for everyone to explore mark-making, colouring, and drawing on a grand scale.
Website: https://www.richmondartgallery.org/cd-drawing

Richmond Public Art and Parks Bike Tour: Nature Calls
2025-09-21 11:00 - 13:00 | Richmond Olympic Oval, 6111 River Road, Richmond, British Columbia, V7C 0A2, Canada
September 21
Richmond Public Art and Parks Bike Tour: Nature Calls
Richmond Olympic Oval
6111 River Road
11am-1pm
Join us for a free bike tour along Richmond’s scenic dyke presented as part of Culture Days. This fun, family-friendly tour explores playful public art on waterfront washrooms and the wild beauty of the foreshore. Led by Biliana Velkova, Public Art Planner, and Egan Davis, Parks Operations Manager for the City of Richmond. Pack a lunch for a picnic at Gary Point Park.
To Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/richmond-public-art-and-parks-bike-tour-nature-calls-tickets-1520312980049

Playing Fields: A Culture Days Event
2025-09-20 | Gateway Theatre, 6500 Gilbert Road, Richmond, BC, V7C 3V4, Canada
September 20
Playing Fields: A Culture Days Event
Gateway Theatre – Minoru Field 2
6500 Gilbert Road
Presented by The Chop Theatre and Gateway Theatre. Ever wonder what goes on inside a teenager’s head? Playing Fields is a one-of-a-kind, youth-driven interactive performance that invites you to see the world through the eyes of teenagers. With the provided headsets, you’ll be listening to heartfelt and powerful stories about hopes, fears, and belonging from teenage voices across the world. With simple interactive movements woven in, you’ll suddenly realize the field has come alive and you’ve found your place in something greater than yourself. If mobility is a concern, benches are available for you to sit on while listening to the audio and watching the magic unfold on the field for an equally captivating experience.
Website: https://www.gatewaytheatre.com/events/playing-fields/

2025 Shades of Fall Juried Art Exhibition
2025-09-19 - 2025-09-21 | Lansdowne Centre, 5300 No. 3 Road, Richmond, British Columbia, V6X 2X9, Canada
September 19 – September 21
2025 Shades of Fall Juried Art Exhibition
Lansdowne Shopping Centre – Centre Court
5300 No. 3 Road
An art exhibition of drawing, painting, textiles, photography, and mixed media. With live music performances on September 20 and 21 from 12pm-3pm by Camilli String Trio.
Website: www.richmondartscouncil.ca

Music without Borders X: Jacqueline Au and Friends in Concert
2025-09-13 19:30 - 21:30 | Gateway Theatre, 6500 Gilbert Road, Richmond, BC, V7C 3V4, Canada
September 13
Music without Borders X: Jacqueline Au and Friends in Concert
Gateway Theatre
6500 Gilbert Road
7:30pm
The show features a music concert with performances that include a piano and guzheng duet, a piano and violin duet, a guzheng ensemble, and a vocal performance. The concert generally involves musician friends and my students of both instruments (piano and guzheng). Guzheng is a Chinese instrument also known as “zither.”
Website: https://www.gatewaytheatre.com/events/46001/

Opening Reception: Exhibition: Manuel Axel Strain, xʷən̓iwən ce:p kʷθəθ nəw̓eyəł ((((Remember your teachings))))
2025-09-13 14:00 - 16:00 | Richmond Art Gallery, 7700 Minoru Gate, Richmond, BC, V6Y 1R8, Canada
September 13 – November 9
Exhibition: Manuel Axel Strain, xʷən̓iwən ce:p kʷθəθ nəw̓eyəł ((((Remember your teachings))))
Richmond Art Gallery
7700 Minoru Gate
Opening Reception: September 13, 2pm-4pm
Known for their passionate work rooted in personal experience, artist Manuel Axel Strain embraces and exalts the Coast Salish longhouse to confront the oppressive, racist colonial context surrounding them. Their major multi-media exhibition—including paintings, sculptures, family photographs, video, and installation—promises to transform the Gallery with a dynamic mix of new and recent artworks rendered in their boldly unique style.
Website: https://www.richmondartgallery.org/strain_opening

Capstan Village Public Art Walking Tour (in Mandarin) | Rebecca Wang | 國語導覽
2025-09-13 13:00 - 14:30 | Capstan Canada Line Station
September 13
Capstan Village Public Art Walking Tour (in Mandarin) | Rebecca Wang | 國語導覽
Capstan Station
3300 No. 3 Road
1pm-2:30pm
Website: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/capstan-village-public-art-walking-tour-rebecca-wang-tickets-1291904905349?aff=odcleoeventsincollection

Capstan Village Public Art Walking Tour (Mandarin) – Rebecca Wang | 國語導覽
2025-09-13 13:00 - 14:30 | Capstan Canada Line Station
September 13
Capstan Village Public Art Walking Tour (Mandarin) – Rebecca Wang | 國語導覽
Capstan Skytrain Station
1pm-2:30pm
This tour will be presented in Mandarin. Rebecca Wang 王晨釔 is a curator and artist working between her hometown of Hangzhou, China, and Vancouver, Canada. Her curatorial interests span mythology, folklore, the everyday, and diasporic experiences. Her multidisciplinary practice navigates personal confusions in life, often stemming from the absurdity engrained in capitalist consumer culture. As the Curatorial Assistant at Richmond Art Gallery since 2022, she has been curating exhibitions at Richmond City Hall Galleria and The Annex Gallery, as well as leading Mandarin tours of the main gallery.
Website: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/capstan-village-public-art-walking-tour-rebecca-wang-tickets-1291904905349

Vibes & Vino Happy Hour - Featuring Suede Dogs
2025-09-12 15:00 - 19:00 | Lulu Island Winery, 16880 Westminster Hwy, Richmond, BC, Canada
September 12
Vibes & Vino Happy Hour – Featuring Suede Dogs
Lulu Island Winery
16880 Westminster Hwy
3pm-7pm
Kickstart your weekend at LuLu Island Winery’s VIBES & VINO event every Friday, 3pm-7pm. Enjoy live music and Happy Hour specials. Unwind in a relaxed atmosphere to the music of Suede Dogs. Explore wine tasting, rotating musicians, and delightful Cheese and Charcuterie Platters.
Website: https://www.luluislandwinery.com/happyhour

Alan Ruiz and Midnight Boogaloo
2025-09-07 19:30 - 23:30 | Zodiac Night Club, 8191 Alexandra Road, Richmond, Canada
September 7
Alan Ruiz and Midnight Boogaloo
Zodiac
8191 Alexandra Road
7:30pm-11:30pm
Alan is a Latin American guitarist that draws inspiration from the hypnotic grooves of cumbia and salsa. He has developed a style that blends these influences into his music to make people get on the dance floor. Inspired by 60’s and 70‘s New York sound, Midnight Boogaloo brings together musicians from all around the Milky Way to collide in one big descarga.
Website: https://www.instagram.com/golden_age_bc/p/DNjkrdVSdYq/

Steveston Community Appreciation Day
2025-09-07 10:00 - 14:30 | steveston community centre
September 7
Steveston Community Appreciation Day
4111 Moncton Street
10am-2:30pm
Join us to celebrate our community and the existing Steveston Community Centre and Library before it closes in December. This community appreciation day of free offerings includes face painting, Family Storytime with the Library, arts and crafts, entertainment and more! Drop-ins and sign-up activities for all ages.
Website: https://richmond.ca/culture/calendar/special-events/stevesetoncommunityday.htm

The Fab Four
2025-09-05 20:00 - 22:00 | River Rock Casino Resort, 8811 River Road, Richmond, British Columbia, V6X 3P8, Canada
September 5
The Fab Four
River Rock Casino Resort
8811 River Road
8pm
You know the saying: if it walks like a Beatle, if it talks like a Beatle… it must be The Fab Four, the world’s foremost Beatles tribute band. The California-based quartet have been reviving Beatlemania with their spot-on impersonations for over 12 years, and practice has made perfect — the band’s tours consistently satisfy the Beatle-shaped hole in fans’ souls, drawing rave reviews for their extensively researched, down-to-the-mannerisms enactments of late great band’s legendary live concerts.
Website: https://greatcanadian.com/event/the-fab-four/

Vibes & Vino Happy Hour - Featuring Ranj Singh
2025-09-05 15:00 - 19:00 | Lulu Island Winery, 16880 Westminster Hwy, Richmond, BC, Canada
September 5
Vibes & Vino Happy Hour – Featuring Ranj Singh
Lulu Island Winery
16880 Westminster Hwy
3pm-7pm
Kickstart your weekend at LuLu Island Winery’s VIBES & VINO event every Friday, 3pm-7pm. Enjoy live music and Happy Hour specials. Unwind in a relaxed atmosphere to the music of Ranj Singh. Explore wine tasting, rotating musicians, and delightful Cheese and Charcuterie Platters.
Website: https://www.luluislandwinery.com/happyhour

Blackthorn Blossoms
2025-08-31 14:00 - 17:00 | Country Vines Winery, 13060 Steveston Highway, Richmond, BC, Canada
August 31
Blackthorn Blossoms
Country Vines Winery
13060 Steveston Hwy
2pm-5pm
Ready to groove to some live music? Sip on a glass of wine and indulge in delicious charcuterie while lounging on our outdoor patio. Live music days are first come, first serve seating.
Website: https://www.countryvines.ca/events

Summer 25 Picnic Series Performance: Scott Jacobs
2025-08-31 14:00 - 17:00 | Lulu Island Winery, 16880 Westminster Hwy, Richmond, BC, Canada
August 31
Summer 25 Picnic Series Performance: Scott Jacobs
Lulu Island Winery
16880 Westminster Hwy
2pm-5pm
Kick back, sip some vino, and relax under our luscious grapevine tunnel while listening to some laid-back tunes played by local musical talents. Each ticket comes with one (1) entry to the Sunday experience, and an individual charcuterie box. Children under 12 are free. Bring your own picnic blankets and we’ll bring the charcuterie, and have our exquisite Lulu Island wines on hand for purchase!
Tickets: https://www.exploretock.com/luluislandwinery/event/547044/2025-summer-picnic-series-at-lulu-island-winery

Hawaiian Aloha Night
2025-08-30 18:00 - 20:00 | Gateway Theatre, 6500 Gilbert Road, Richmond, BC, V7C 3V4, Canada
August 30
Hawaiian Aloha Night
Gateway Theatre
6500 Gilbert Road
6pm
Enjoy Hawaiian night with Wailele Wai Wai. Share the aloha spirit with lots of Hawaiian dance, ukulele, and a guest chorus.
Website: https://www.gatewaytheatre.com/events/aloha-night-25/

Jacob Dryden
2025-08-30 17:30 - 20:30 | River Rock Casino Resort, 8811 River Road, Richmond, British Columbia, V6X 3P8, Canada
August 30
Jacob Dryden
River Rock Casino Resort
8811 River Road
5:30pm-8:30pm
Make your Saturday evenings unforgettable with live music at The Chairman’s Room. Sit back, relax, and enjoy talented artists performing in the perfect summer setting—our beautiful outdoor patio overlooking the water.
Website: https://greatcanadian.com/event/jacob-dryden-5/

Dan Hare and Connor Roff
2025-08-30 13:00 - 20:00 | Country Vines Winery, 13060 Steveston Highway, Richmond, BC, Canada
August 30
Dan Hare and Connor Roff
Country Vines Winery
13060 Steveston Hwy
Dan Hare: 1pm-4pm
Connor Roff: 5pm-8pm
Ready to groove to some live music? Sip on a glass of wine and indulge in delicious charcuterie while lounging on our outdoor patio. Live music days are first come, first serve seating.
Website: https://www.countryvines.ca/events

Novasol
2025-08-29 17:00 - 20:00 | Country Vines Winery, 13060 Steveston Highway, Richmond, BC, Canada
August 29
Novasol
Country Vines Winery
13060 Steveston Hwy
5pm-8pm
Ready to groove to some live music? Sip on a glass of wine and indulge in delicious charcuterie while lounging on our outdoor patio. Live music days are first come, first serve seating.
Website: https://www.countryvines.ca/events
