Richmond Arts Coalition

Discover Dance Day 2024 (Culture Days)
2024-09-22 10:00 - 13:00 (America/Vancouver) | 11151 Horseshoe Way, 11151 Horseshow Way, Richmond, Canada
September 22
Discover Dance Day 2024 (Culture Days)
Defy Gravity Dance Company
30-11151 Horseshoe Way
10am-12:45pm
Come join us for free dance classes to see what dance is all about and get a behind the scenes look at how a dance studio works! All participants must sign up before arriving at the studio to participate.
Full Details: https://culturedays.ca/en/events/10c08542-1adf-4cb6-ab6c-8bbc4e957b3b

The Melody of Dances (Culture Days)
2024-09-21 12:30 - 13:30 | Richmond Cultural Centre, 7700 Minoru Gate, Richmond, BC, V6Y 1R9, Canada
September 21
The Melody of Dances (Culture Days)
Richmond Cultural Centre – Performance Hall
7700 Minoru Gate
12:30pm-1:30pm
The Melody of Dances evokes the rhythm and grace of movement set to music. Dance often captures emotions, tells stories, and reflects cultural heritage through melodies. Whether it’s the elegant Ballet, the spirited folk dance, or the lively contemporary dance, each dance style has its unique musical accompaniment that enhances the aesthetics. We Dance Association prepared two dance genres to celebrate BC Culture Days Chinese Folk Dance and contemporary dance.
Website: https://culturedays.ca/en/events/96ec65fb-3174-4bc1-9a5b-0bef5cd3ac8b

Gateway Theatre – Timeless Tales: 40th Birthday Celebration (Culture Days)
2024-09-21 11:30 - 16:00 | Richmond Cultural Centre, 7700 Minoru Gate, Richmond, BC, V6Y 1R9, Canada
September 21
Gateway Theatre – Timeless Tales: 40th Birthday Celebration (Culture Days)
Richmond Cultural Centre – Outdoor Plaza
7700 Minoru Gate
11:30am-4pm
For 40 years, we’ve proudly been a stage for Richmond, and we’re celebrating with YOU! This season, we’ve lined up some amazing shows and activities for you and your family to enjoy. All kids and families are cordially invited to experience the magic of our upcoming holiday musical, Lionel Bart’s Oliver!, and our spring comedy, Pride & Prejudice! Kids are invited to snap a photo with our special Pride & Prejudice and Oliver! cut-outs featuring the main characters. Strike a pose and imagine yourself in Victorian London or in a beautiful Regency-era dress as you become a part of the stories! Also, join us and have fun with an eye-spy activity to find hidden characters from upcoming shows in the pictures. You’ll have a chance to win exciting prizes, including tickets to our upcoming shows!
Website: https://culturedays.ca/en/events/ccdc97e5-1396-4896-aa09-83a0b3d017d8

ROCA at Culture Days Kickoff (Culture Days)
2024-09-21 10:00 - 16:00 | Richmond Cultural Centre, 7700 Minoru Gate, Richmond, BC, V6Y 1R9, Canada
September 21
ROCA at Culture Days Kickoff (Culture Days)
Richmond Cultural Centre
7700 Minoru Gate
10am-4pm
Come learn more about this fantastic choral and orchestral organization located right here in Richmond! The Richmond Orchestra & Chorus Association performs at least 5 concerts a year and other musical offerings. All singers and instrumentalists in the region who can sight read are welcome to audition. We’re always looking for new talent. At the Culture Days kick-off you can see our concert line-up for 2024-2025 and learn more about joining our music making family.
Website: https://www.roca.ca/

TAGOR – Collaborating: Tying A Quilt + Creating: Sock Buddies for Kids (Culture Days)
2024-09-21 10:00 - 16:00 | Richmond Cultural Centre, 7700 Minoru Gate, Richmond, BC, V6Y 1R9, Canada
September 21
TAGOR – Collaborating: Tying A Quilt + Creating: Sock Buddies for Kids (Culture Days)
Richmond Cultural Centre
7700 Minoru Gate
10am-4pm
Collaborating: Before there were sewing machines, quilting used to be done by hand and included tying knots to keep all three layers together. Come and try your hand at this historic craft while helping to create a community donation quilt.
Creating: Kids 8 to 12 — You are invited to come and create a sock buddy with your own hands! All materials and guidance provided — just bring your creativity! Learn basic hand sewing skills and how to reuse and repurpose fabric and buttons into something fun. Please note, parents must stay with their children during this activity.
Website: https://tagor.ca/
Collaborating Website: https://culturedays.ca/en/events/ded25e3a-28d1-41b6-9464-cfa802af781d
Creating Website: https://culturedays.ca/en/events/0d0f9bcb-b533-4fdf-bb65-70b214375f25

Canada on the Rocks (Culture Days)
2024-09-21 - 2024-09-22 | Richmond Cultural Centre, 7700 Minoru Gate, Richmond, BC, V6Y 1R9, Canada
September 21 – September 22
Canada on the Rocks (Culture Days)
Richmond Cultural Centre
7700 Minoru Gate
10am-5pm
Rock painting is an ancient and fascinating art form cherished by many. The allure of rock painting lies in the uniqueness of each stone – from its size and shape to its surface texture and patterns, offering artists a unique blend of challenges and inspiration. Last year, the Canadian Rock Paintings Association (CRPA) held an exhibition titled “Richmond On The Rocks,” which was met with great enthusiasm. Building on the success of last year’s event, this year, CRPA is hosting another extraordinary exhibition called “Canada On The Rocks.” Artists will utilize their keen insights and distinctive perspectives, combined with their painting skills, to showcase Canada’s diverse facets on stones. From the country’s landscapes, cultural heritage, and social life to the harmonious living of various ethnic groups, all these elements will be beautifully represented in this exhibition.
Website: https://culturedays.ca/en/events/a0f8cc53-75f2-4723-a2d4-0157eb11730c

Richmond Potters’ Club Shares Their Love of Clay (Culture Days)
2024-09-21 - 2024-09-22 | Richmond Cultural Centre, 7700 Minoru Gate, Richmond, BC, V6Y 1R9, Canada
September 21 – September 22
Richmond Potters’ Club Shares Their Love of Clay (Culture Days)
Richmond Cultural Centre
7700 Minoru Gate
Richmond Potters’ Club September 21st, 12PM-4PM welcomes the public to visit us at the Richmond Cultural Centre. In the Rotunda you will witness potters throwing clay pots on the wheel and handbuilding. Look for our interactive station outside the front of the Cultural Center where the public can take part building a small pot/ornament. Come get your hands dirty and use your imagination to create your work of art. September 22nd 11AM-3PM come visit us in our studio on the second floor of the Richmond Cultural Centre. Come see what it is like in a day as Potter. Our members will be working in the studio throwing, handbuilding and glazing their pots. You can look at some of our members finished works of art.
Website: https://richmondpottersclub.com/
Culture Days Website: https://culturedays.ca/en/events/9861fc7d-0240-483c-b039-9a93fcf5f8a3

Printmaking in the Garden (Culture Days)
2024-09-21 - 2024-09-22 | Richmond Art Gallery, 7700 Minoru Gate, Richmond, BC, V6Y 1R8, Canada
September 21 – September 22
Printmaking in the Garden (Culture Days)
Richmond Cultural Centre – Rooftop Garden
7700 Minoru Gate
1pm-4pm
As part of Culture Days weekend launch, the Richmond Art Gallery will host free drop-in art-making workshops at the Cultural Centre Rooftop Garden* for all ages on Saturday and Sunday! These workshops are the final sessions of the Rooftop Garden Series.
Website: https://www.richmondartgallery.org/culture-days-24

Richmond Youth Battle of the Bands 2024 (Culture Days)
2024-09-20 18:00 - 20:30 | Richmond Cultural Centre Annex, 7660 Minoru Gate, Richmond, BC, V6Y 1R8, Canada
September 20
Richmond Youth Battle of the Bands 2024 (Culture Days)
Richmond Cultural Centre Annex
7660 Minoru Gate
6pm-8:30pm
Don’t miss your chance to see our local acts perform before they become famous! The public is invited to join us at outdoors at the Richmond Cultural Centre Annex as we hold a concert culminating our summer Youth Battle of the Bands project. Come out and see emerging youth artists showcase the skills and talents they have built over the summer. This event is free to attend. Please feel encouraged to bring a blanket, a water bottle, and snacks! Organized by the Richmond Media Lab.
Website: https://culturedays.ca/en/events/09c46bf1-010a-42e0-b87c-22bbbdfba996

Vibes and Vino Happy Hour – Charles Johnson
2024-09-20 15:00 - 19:00 | Lulu Island Winery, 16880 Westminster Hwy, Richmond, BC, Canada
September 20
Vibes and Vino Happy Hour – Charles Johnson
Lulu Island Winery
16880 Westminster Hwy
3pm-7pm
Enjoy live music, Mulled Wine, and Happy Hour specials. Explore wine tasting, rotating musicians, and delightful Cheese and Charcuterie Platters.
Website: https://www.luluislandwinery.com/happyhour

Exhibition: Living Together (Culture Days)
2024-09-20 - 2024-09-29 | Brighouse Library, 100-7700 Minoru Gate, Richmond, British Columbia, V6Y 1R8, Canada
September 20 – September 29
Exhibition: Living Together (Culture Days)
Brighouse Library
7700 Minoru Gate
Living Together is a community art exhibition to celebrate local arts and culture. Everyone is welcome and invited to come out and enjoy. From acrylic painting to mixed media, the exhibit includes 4 series of artwork to explore nature beauty and cultural inspiration across our diverse communities: Life in seasons: a storytelling art of beautiful days and moments through 4 seasons | Sea to sky: a creative concept about blue harmony and coastal culture |Green living: environmental art and design about eco parks and wildlife | Love and hope: art making about a healthy and resilient community for all.
Website: https://culturedays.ca/en/events/5cd0b1f5-cebd-4aea-a4a8-b4a8ac60092b

Open Art Studio by Marion Webber (Culture Days)
2024-09-20 - 2024-09-22 | Brown Road Studios, 3699 Sexsmith Road, Richmond, BC, Canada
September 20 – September 22
Open Art Studio by Marion Webber (Culture Days)
Brown Road Studios
101-3699 Sexsmith Road
Open at various times. Welcome to my studio where you’ll view oil paintings from over 30 years of work. Art works are of the BC landscape and many depict local parks and vistas. I also seek out unusual or unnoticed views to create interesting paintings. “Making the Ordinary, Extraordinary.”
Website: https://culturedays.ca/en/events/5cb356e1-26a8-41cd-b163-af85c405d84b

Moonlight Magic: Mid-Autumn Celebration!
2024-09-14 18:00 - 20:00 | Gateway Theatre, 6500 Gilbert Road, Richmond, BC, V7C 3V4, Canada
September 14
Moonlight Magic: Mid-Autumn Celebration!
Gateway Theatre
6500 Gilbert Road
6pm
Get ready for a magical evening at this year’s Moonlight Magic: Mid-Autumn Celebration! Families will kick off the festivities by coming together to craft beautiful lanterns by hand, then join us for a breathtaking lantern procession into Minoru Park. As the sun sets, you will be immersed in an enchanting concert featuring moonlit melodies, sung by the talented Renee Fajardo. Don’t miss this unforgettable night of creativity, community, and celestial music and experience some moonlight magic!
Tickets: https://www.gatewaytheatre.com/events/maf-2024/

Collaborative Workshop with Clay: Between Us A Vessel Grows
2024-09-14 13:00 - 15:00 | Richmond Art Gallery, 7700 Minoru Gate, Richmond, BC, V6Y 1R8, Canada
September 14
Collaborative Workshop with Clay: Between Us A Vessel Grows
Richmond Art Gallery
7700 Minoru Gate
1pm-3pm
$5.00 fee plus tax. Hosted by artist Xinwei Che 車昕蔚. Pinch pots are usually made by compressing clay patiently between fingers and thumb to build height and volume. Instead, featured artist Xinwei Che 車昕蔚 uses her entire body, for instance pressing clay between the palm of her hand and the curve of her knee, so that the resulting vessels carry the rough imprint of her form. These can be seen in the Gallery’s current exhibition It begins with knowing and not knowing. In this workshop, Xinwei share more about her time-centered material practice and invites participants to explore making clay pinch pots collaboratively with each other. Sensing the thickness of clay between one’s own and another’s fingertips, a solitary act becomes a collective exercise in close listening, negotiation, and support.
To Register: https://www.richmondartgallery.org/clay

Vibes and Vino Happy Hour – Suede Dogs
2024-09-13 15:00 - 19:00 | Lulu Island Winery, 16880 Westminster Hwy, Richmond, BC, Canada
September 13
Vibes and Vino Happy Hour – Suede Dogs
Lulu Island Winery
16880 Westminster Hwy
3pm-7pm
Enjoy live music, Mulled Wine, and Happy Hour specials. Explore wine tasting, rotating musicians, and delightful Cheese and Charcuterie Platters.
Website: https://www.luluislandwinery.com/happyhour

The Dream Continues Concert
2024-09-07 19:30 - 21:30 | Gateway Theatre, 6500 Gilbert Road, Richmond, BC, V7C 3V4, Canada
September 7
The Dream Continues Concert
Gateway Theatre
6500 Gilbert Road
7:30pm
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/rotary-club-24/

Exhibition: Regrowth – Abstract Paintings and Installation by Lion Nie
2024-09-07 - 2024-09-26 | Lipont Gallery, 4211 No. 3 Road, Richmond, British Columbia, V6X 2C3, Canada
September 7 – September 26
Exhibition: Regrowth – Abstract Paintings and Installation by Lion Nie
Lipont Gallery
4211 No.3 Road
Opening: September 7th, 2024 2-4pm
Hours: M – F 10-5, Tue 10-8.
Phone: 604-285-9975
Website: https://www.lipontgallery.ca/exhibitions/regrowth/

Vibes and Vino Happy Hour – Blue Train
2024-09-06 15:00 - 19:00 | Lulu Island Winery, 16880 Westminster Hwy, Richmond, BC, Canada
September 6
Vibes and Vino Happy Hour – Blue Train
Lulu Island Winery
16880 Westminster Hwy
3pm-7pm
Enjoy live music, Mulled Wine, and Happy Hour specials. Explore wine tasting, rotating musicians, and delightful Cheese and Charcuterie Platters.
Website: https://www.luluislandwinery.com/happyhour

2024 Summer Picnic Series – Rachael Chatoor
2024-09-01 14:30 - 16:30 | Lulu Island Winery, 16880 Westminster Hwy, Richmond, BC, Canada
September 1
2024 Summer Picnic Series – Rachael Chatoor
Lulu Island Winery
16880 Westminster Hwy
2:30pm-4:30pm
Lulu Island Winery brings a one-of-a-kind experience for those who seek an afternoon of reconnecting with family and friends. Kick back, sip some vino, and relax under our luscious grapevine tunnel while listening to some laid-back tunes played by local musical talents.
Website: https://www.luluislandwinery.com/events

Steveston Museum and Post Office Pop-up Artists
2024-09-01 - 2024-09-30 | Steveston Museum, 3811 Moncton Street, Richmond, BC, Canada
September 1 – September 30
Steveston Museum and Post Office Pop-up Artists
September’s pop-up artists are Arlene Skelton, Marv Skelton, and mother and son duo Denise and Jeremy Nichol.
Learn More: https://www.instagram.com/p/C_rhiUERJc5/

Rhythm Street
2024-08-31 19:00 - 23:30 | ANAF Unit 284 Steveston, 101-11900 No 1 Road, Richmond, BC, Canada
August 31
Rhythm Street
ANAF 284 Steveston
105-11900 No. 1 Road
7pm-11:30pm
Website: https://anaf284.ca/event/rhythm-street-3/

Performance: Connor Roff
2024-08-31 15:00 - 18:00 | Country Vines Winery, 13060 Steveston Highway, Richmond, BC, Canada
August 31
Performance: Connor Roff
Country Vines Winery
13060 Steveston Hwy
3pm-6pm
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

Performance: Dave Paterson
2024-08-30 17:00 - 20:00 | Country Vines Winery, 13060 Steveston Highway, Richmond, BC, Canada
August 30
Performance: Dave Paterson
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

Vibes and Vino Happy Hour – 5 Dog Ears
2024-08-30 15:00 - 19:00 | Lulu Island Winery, 16880 Westminster Hwy, Richmond, BC, Canada
August 30
Vibes and Vino Happy Hour – 5 Dog Ears
Lulu Island Winery
16880 Westminster Hwy
3pm-7pm
Enjoy live music, Mulled Wine, and Happy Hour specials. Explore wine tasting, rotating musicians, and delightful Cheese and Charcuterie Platters.
Website: https://www.luluislandwinery.com/happyhour

Online Artist Salon with Michelle Sound
2024-08-28 19:00 - 20:00 | British Columbia
August 28
Online Artist Salon with Michelle Sound
Online (Zoom)
7pm-8pm
Produced by the Richmond Art Gallery. Join us for an artist talk featuring Michelle Sound, who will share her artistic journey and the path to becoming a full-time professional artist. In this engaging discussion, Sound will share her personal experiences, trials, and triumphs, offering insights into how she navigated the balance of life and work as a single parent, arts worker, and artist. Hear more about her flourishing art career that now includes many art exhibitions, residencies and projects all across Canada. The artist will also share the artworks that embody her journey, for audiences to gain a deeper understanding of the inspiration behind her art and the themes that resonate deeply within her work.
To Register: https://www.richmondartgallery.org/salon-michelle-sound

Exhibition: Embracing Inclusion: Celebrating a Palette of Artists from Diverse Cultures
2024-08-27 - 2024-11-12 | Richmond City Hall, 6911 No. 3 Road, Richmond, BC, V6Y 2C1, Canada
August 27 – November 12
Exhibition: Embracing Inclusion: Celebrating a Palette of Artists from Diverse Cultures
Richmond City Hall
6911 No. 3 Road
Every fall, Richmond Art Gallery collaborates with Aspire Richmond to present an exhibition at the City Hall Galleria, celebrating the unique skills and talents of participants in Aspire Richmond’s Avenues Art Program. This year’s exhibition, titled Embracing Inclusion, showcases a vibrant collection of mixed-media paintings produced in 2024 that reflect the enthusiasm, dedication, and creativity of the artists involved.
Website: https://www.richmondartgallery.org/embracing-inclusion

Performance: Angie Faith
2024-08-25 15:00 - 18:00 | Country Vines Winery, 13060 Steveston Highway, Richmond, BC, Canada
August 25
Performance: Angie Faith
Country Vines Winery
13060 Steveston Hwy
3pm-6pm
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

2024 Summer Picnic Series – Daniel Reece
2024-08-25 14:30 - 16:30 | Lulu Island Winery, 16880 Westminster Hwy, Richmond, BC, Canada
August 25
2024 Summer Picnic Series – Daniel Reece
Lulu Island Winery
16880 Westminster Hwy
2:30pm-4:30pm
Lulu Island Winery brings a one-of-a-kind experience for those who seek an afternoon of reconnecting with family and friends. Kick back, sip some vino, and relax under our luscious grapevine tunnel while listening to some laid-back tunes played by local musical talents.
Website: https://www.luluislandwinery.com/events

The 21st Annual Richmond Maritime Festival
2024-08-25 11:00 - 18:00 | Britannia Shipyards, 5180 Westwater Drive, Richmond, British Columbia, V7E 6P3, Canada
August 24 – August 25
The 21st Annual Richmond Maritime Festival
Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site
5180 Westwater Drive
11am-6pm
The annual Richmond Maritime Festival celebrates life past and present on the Steveston waterfront. Landlubbers and nautical buffs alike will find this family-friendly event awash with fun. Enjoy maritime-themed music, performances, activities, and exhibits for a magical weekend at the Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site.
Website: https://richmondmaritimefestival.ca

the Collective
2024-08-24 19:00 - 23:30 | ANAF Unit 284 Steveston, 101-11900 No 1 Road, Richmond, BC, Canada
August 24
the Collective
ANAF 284 Steveston
105-11900 No. 1 Road
7pm-11:30pm
Debut performance! Consisting of four players: Leon, Pieter, Anthony and Steve. The collective plays music that everyone knows and their music embraces many genres. With an acoustic guitar, electric guitar, djembe, Cajun, bass guitar and vocals they intrigue their audience and brings back memories with the music. Sounding a lot like Paul Simon, John Denver and Johnny Cash you can imagine that the good times will roll. Keep a look out for their song choice, they are vibey and tell wonderful stories.
Website: https://anaf284.ca/event/the-collective-debut-performance/
