Richmond Arts Coalition

Concert: Mountain Sound
2025-02-20 19:30 - 21:30 (America/Vancouver) | Britannia Shipyards – Chinese Bunkhouse, 5180 Westwater Drive, Richmond, BC, V7E 6P3, Canada
February 20
Concert: Mountain Sound
Britannia Shipyard – Chinese Bunkhouse
5180 Westwater Drive
7:30pm
Presented by the Steveston Folk Guild. We welcome Mountain Sound to SFG. An Indie folk rock trio from Vancouver, blending storytelling with great music, with a refreshingly vibrant lineup. They consist of Barb on vocals bringing a soulful and evocative feeling to her singing, making every performance a shared experience. Glen is the main songwriter, with melodies that weave and lyrics that resonate with all, tied in with great guitar and harmonica. Rounding up the trio is Arno on percussion with his rhythmic foundation, cool presence and steady hands to keep the sound steady and full and energised.
Website: http://www.stevestonfolk.net/

Vibes & Vino Happy Hour – Featuring Ranj Singh
2025-02-21 15:00 - 19:00 | Lulu Island Winery, 16880 Westminster Hwy, Richmond, BC, Canada
February 21
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

Richmond Delta Youth Orchestra (RDYO) Open Rehearsal
2025-02-22 10:00 - 14:00 | Richmond Cultural Centre – Performance Hall, 7700 Minoru Gate, Richmond, British Columbia, V6Y 1R9, Canada
February 22
Richmond Delta Youth Orchestra (RDYO) Open Rehearsal
Richmond Cultural Centre – Performance Hall
7700 Minoru Gate
10:15am-1:45pm
Are you curious about joining RDYO? Do you have a friend or a student who is wondering what it is like to join a youth orchestra? Come to RDYO Open Rehearsal, in 2 sessions: Symphony: 10:15 am – 12pm, Junior Strings: 12:30 to 1:45pm. The event is Free entry, no registration required. You will be able to watch the rehearsal and ask questions, as well as meeting RDYO’s representative. Come join us!
Website: https://www.rdyo.ca/

‘Intro to Stained Glass’ with Joni Newman
2025-02-22 10:00 - 16:00 | Our Saviour Lutheran Church, 6340 No 4 Rd, Richmond, BC, Canada
February 22
‘Intro to Stained Glass’ with Joni Newman
Our Saviour Lutheran Church
6340 No 4 Rd
10am-4pm
In partnership with Dragonfly Quilting and Gifts. Joni has a wonderful Stained Glass technique that doesn’t involve tiny strips of bis tape. Join us to find out about this beautiful technique. Class includes the kit but not the fusible, black or border fabric. Those can be purchased at the class or online and will be delivered to the class.
More Information: https://tagor.ca/2025/01/21/intro-to-stained-glass-with-joni-newman/
To Register: https://www.dragonflyquiltingandgifts.com/module/class/581684/tagor-workshop-with-joni-newman

Memory Ware Workshop with Alex Tedlie-Stursberg
2025-02-22 14:00 - 16:00 | Richmond Art Gallery, 7700 Minoru Gate, Richmond, BC, V6Y 1R8, Canada
February 22
Memory Ware Workshop with Alex Tedlie-Stursberg
Richmond Art Gallery
7700 Minoru Gate
2pm-4pm
Join exhibiting artist Alex Tedlie-Stursberg for a hands-on workshop where we’ll explore the art of memory ware—unique, personal keepsakes crafted from found objects and air-dry clay. In this creative session, you’ll be able to transform everyday items into lasting memories, all while learning new artistic techniques and celebrating the beauty of objects with personal significance. Limited to 24 participants. $10.00 fee includes all materials.
Website to Register: https://www.richmondartgallery.org/memory-ware

ROCA Rising Stars Concert (Richmond Orchestra and Chorus Association)
2025-02-22 19:30 - 21:00 | Fraserview MB Church, 11295 Mellis Drive, Richmond, BC, V6X 1L8, Canada
February 22
ROCA Rising Stars Concert (Richmond Orchestra and Chorus Association)
Fraserview MB Church
11295 Mellis Drive
7:30pm-9pm
Our annual tradition of featuring local youth musicians is not to be missed. Stay tuned to learn who will be showcased in our Rising Stars Concert this season. This annual concert features youth musicians in our community who have been rising to the occasion.
Website: https://www.roca.ca/roca-concert-season/

Thunder From Down Under
2025-02-22 20:00 - 22:00 | River Rock Casino Resort, 8811 River Road, Richmond, British Columbia, V6X 3P8, Canada
February 22
Thunder From Down Under
River Rock Casino Resort
8811 River Road
8pm
Get ready to experience an exhilarating and electrifying extravaganza as Thunder from Down Under, the world-renowned Australian male revue, announces its highly anticipated return for their Temptation Tour. The sizzling hot international sensation is set to set the stage on fire with their captivating performances and infectious energy, promising an unforgettable night of entertainment for fans across the country.
Website: https://greatcanadian.com/event/thunder-riverrock/

Branching Out Recital – BCRMTA
2025-02-23 | South Arm United Church, 11051 No 3 Rd, Richmond, BC, V7A 1X3, Canada
February 23
Branching Out Recital – BCRMTA
South Arm United Church
11051 No. 3 Road
Pre-grade/General Recitals, Medal Presentation (Jul-Sept 2024), First Class Honours Awards (Sept-Nov 2024).
Website: https://www.bcrmta.com/recitals-2/

‘A Dozen Ways to Bind a Quilt’ with Liz Thompson
2025-02-25 14:00 - 15:30 | Richmond Cultural Centre Annex, 7660 Minoru Gate, Richmond, BC, V6Y 1R8, Canada
February 25
‘A Dozen Ways to Bind a Quilt’ with Liz Thompson
Richmond Cultural Centre Annex + Online (Zoom)
7660 Minoru Gate
2pm
Free. Some people like to bind their quilts using hand stitching. Others prefer to machine sew their bindings. But …… wait …… Liz has another TEN options to show you! Join her to find out what all your options are for finishing your quilts professionally and with variety. Liz will bring a Powerpoint and a Trunk Show with demonstrations of some of the techniques.
More Information: https://tagor.ca/2025/01/21/a-dozen-ways-to-bind-a-quilt-with-liz-thompson/
To Register: https://tagor.ca/registration-for-spring-2025-tagor-presentations/

Artist Salon: Tarcila Neves on Digital Tools for Accessibility
2025-02-26 19:00 - 20:30 | Richmond Art Gallery, 7700 Minoru Gate, Richmond, BC, V6Y 1R8, Canada
February 26
Artist Salon: Tarcila Neves on Digital Tools for Accessibility
Richmond Art Gallery and online
7700 Minoru Gate
7pm-8:30pm
Tarcila Neves’ work focuses on blending traditional ad digital art, ensuring accessibility through the use of augmented reality, animation and audio descriptions. Learn about her art practice and how artists can utilize digital tools in their own artworks or promotional materials for increased accessibility and visibility. Free event hosted in person and online.
To Register: https://www.richmondartgallery.org/artist-salon-neves

Exhibition: A Golden Garden
2025-02-27 - 2025-03-27 | Lipont Gallery, 4211 No. 3 Road, Richmond, British Columbia, V6X 2C3, Canada
February 27 – March 27
Exhibition: A Golden Garden
Lipont Gallery
4211 No. 3 Road
Opening Reception: February 27, 7pm-9pm
A Golden Garden is a two-person exhibition featuring newly created paintings, drawings, and illustrations by Richmond- and Vancouver-based artists Yi Ning Pan and Ji Su. The convergence of these two practices reveals a sophisticated interplay of material experimentation, cultural resonance, and poetic narrative.
Opening Reception: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/opening-reception-painting-and-illustration-by-yi-ning-pan-and-ji-su-tickets-1249791783869?aff=oddtdtcreator
Website: https://www.lipontgallery.ca/exhibitions/a-golden-garden/

Vibes & Vino Happy Hour – Featuring Rossi
2025-02-28 15:00 - 19:00 | Lulu Island Winery, 16880 Westminster Hwy, Richmond, BC, Canada
February 28
Vibes & Vino Happy Hour – Featuring Rossi
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 Rossi. Explore wine tasting, rotating musicians, and delightful Cheese and Charcuterie Platters.
Website: https://www.luluislandwinery.com/happyhour

RPC Chimes Choir Concert & Workshop
2025-02-28 19:00 - 21:00 | Richmond Presbyterian Church, 7111 No. 2 Road, Richmond, bc, Canada
February 28
RPC Chimes Choir Concert & Workshop
Richmond Presbyterian Church
7111 No. 2 Road
7pm
Discover the history of hand chimes as a music instrument, their implementation in society, and how they are played! Most importantly, you’ll have the chance to make music yourself! Throughout the evening, our RPC Chimes Choir will also present beautiful hand chime performances. Whether you’re a musician or just curious, this is a wonderful opportunity to learn, listen, and play.
Website: https://richpres.com/chimesfeb2025/

Artist Popup Space: Denise and Jeremy Nichol, Art Lodge, Suzanne Basnett
2025-03-01 - 2025-03-31 | Steveston Museum, 3811 Moncton Street, Richmond, BC, Canada
Ongoing – March 31
Artist Popup Space: Denise and Jeremy Nichol, Art Lodge, Suzanne Basnett
Steveston Museum and Post Office
3811 Moncton Street
We are excited to welcome back mother and son visual artists, Denise and Jeremy Nichol. Their distinctive mixed-media artwork combines oil and acrylic painting with 3D creations featuring beach glass. Art Lodge creates 3D designs on the beach using driftwood, sea glass and beach rock. Suzanne Basnett makes pots both functional and beautiful to be used and enjoyed every day.
Website: https://historicsteveston.ca/new-and-returning-artists-are-set-up-in-the-artist-pop-up-space-for-march/

Webinar: Exploring Regional Public Art Programs
2025-03-01 10:00 - 11:30 | Richmond Cultural Centre – Performance Hall, 7700 Minoru Gate, Richmond, British Columbia, V6Y 1R9, Canada
March 1
Webinar: Exploring Regional Public Art Programs
Richmond Cultural Centre, Performance Hall
7700 Minoru Gate
10am-11:30am
Facilitated by Biliana Velkova, City of Richmond Public Art Planner, featuring Allison Collins (Burnaby), Quyen Hoang (New Westminster), Cris Mora (Surrey) and Lori Phillips (North Vancouver).
Website to Register: https://www.richmondartgallery.org/aaw-public-art-programs

Exhibition: Dance Forms in the Street
2025-03-04 - 2025-05-05 | Richmond Art Gallery, 7700 Minoru Gate, Richmond, BC, V6Y 1R8, Canada
March 4 – May 5
Exhibition: Dance Forms in the Street
City Hall Galleria
6911 No. 3 Road
Drawing from ancient and contemporary festivals in Colombia, Juliana Silva’s Dance Forms in the Street presents four large digital prints on textile in conjunction with a stop-motion animation, which explore the celebratory and healing origins of street carnivals and festivals. It highlights the convergence of ritual elements such as dance, music, and costume, showcasing the sense of joy and community found in these gatherings.
Website: https://www.richmondartgallery.org/dance-forms-street

Vibes & Vino Happy Hour – Featuring Daniel Reece
2025-03-07 15:00 - 19:00 | Lulu Island Winery, 16880 Westminster Hwy, Richmond, BC, Canada
March 7
Vibes & Vino Happy Hour – Featuring Daniel Reece
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 Daniel Reece. Explore wine tasting, rotating musicians, and delightful Cheese and Charcuterie Platters.
Website: https://www.luluislandwinery.com/happyhour

Springtime Concert – Richmond Delta Youth Orchestra (RDYO)
2025-03-08 14:00 - 16:00 | Genesis Theatre, 5005 45 Avenue, Delta, BC, Canada
March 8
Springtime Concert – Richmond Delta Youth Orchestra (RDYO)
Genesis Theatre
5005 45 Ave
Delta
2pm-4pm
Join us for an afternoon of inspiring music as the Richmond Delta Youth Orchestra presents Springtime, a celebration of the talent and dedication of our Junior, Intermediate, and Senior Strings divisions. Under the direction of Bo Peng, Manti Poon, and Jonathan Der, our young musicians will bring the season to life! We are proud to showcase our talented soloists: Lilian Ma, Evelynn Yu, and Zon Phan.
Website: https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/springtime-rdyo-spring-strings-concert–2025

The Flame: Anniversary Edition
2025-03-08 14:30 - 16:00 | Gateway Theatre, 6500 Gilbert Road, Richmond, BC, V7C 3V4, Canada
March 8
The Flame: Anniversary Edition
Gateway Theatre
6500 Gilbert Road
2:30pm
Join us at Gateway Theatre for a special performance of Vancouver’s wildly popular storytelling series, The Flame: Anniversary Edition. Host Deborah Williams, award-winning actor, one of the creators of Mom’s the Word, and talented local storytellers create an event full of “stories that are true”. With themes of birthdays, anniversaries and celebrations, this event features live musicians and storytelling that will delight and move you. Tickets are Pay-What-You-Will. Get your tickets before they sell out!
Website: https://www.gatewaytheatre.com/events/flame-pwyw/

Ruby Reflections 40th Anniversary Gala
2025-03-08 19:00 - 21:00 | Gateway Theatre, 6500 Gilbert Road, Richmond, BC, V7C 3V4, Canada
March 8
Ruby Reflections 40th Anniversary Gala
Gateway Theatre
6500 Gilbert Road
7pm
Join us for an unforgettable evening as Gateway Theatre celebrates 40 years of inspiring stories, artistic excellence, and community connection. The Ruby Reflections Gala will be a memorable celebration that honors our rich history while looking forward to a future filled with limitless creativity. On this special night, we’ll raise a glass to the remarkable talent that has graced our stage and the passionate supporters who have made it all possible. The evening will begin with a show on our Mainstage that includes stories and songs by talented performers, followed by a catered cocktail reception by Boy With A Knife, with cake by Anna’s Cake House, ensuring a delicious experience throughout the evening. We looking forward to celebrating with you, our supporters, as we reflect on four decades of transformative theatre. Tickets: $140 per person (includes tax receipt for $90).
Website: https://www.gatewaytheatre.com/events/40th-anniversary-gal/

Swingout Richmond Live Band Night
2025-03-08 19:00 - 22:30 | Steveston Hub, 3551 Moncton Street, Richmond, BC, Canada
March 8
Swingout Richmond Live Band Night
The Hub
3551 Moncton Street
7pm-10:30pm
Enjoy an evening of music and dance in the heart of Steveston! No dance or music experience required, join the Beginner workshop, and come for a good time! All ages are welcome.
Link: https://www.instagram.com/p/DGCRh0UvUuW/

2025 Lulu Series: Howie Tsui and Klara Manhal - Bringing The Breath Below to Life: Howie Tsui’s Public Art at Capstan SkyTrain Station
2025-03-10 18:00 - 20:00 | Richmond Cultural Centre – Performance Hall, 7700 Minoru Gate, Richmond, British Columbia, V6Y 1R9, Canada
April 10
2025 Lulu Series: Howie Tsui and Klara Manhal – Bringing The Breath Below to Life: Howie Tsui’s Public Art at Capstan SkyTrain Station
Richmond Cultural Centre – Performance Hall
7700 Minoru Gate
6pm
The Breath Below, by Vancouver-based contemporary artist Howie Tsui, is a landmark public artwork developed by TransLink for the new Capstan SkyTrain Station in Richmond. This first-of-its-kind commission for TransLink, led by Klara Manhal, Senior Planner of Public Art, is the largest and most immersive work in the transit authority’s public art collection to-date. In this talk, Tsui and Manhal discuss the five-year journey of the project, from its conceptual origins to its realization. The Lulu Series is an annual spring series of talks about Art in the City and its importance to establishing connections between citizens and their communities. Free with registration required.
Website: https://www.richmond.ca/culture/calendar/special-events/lulu.htm
To Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/lulu-lecture-series-howie-tsui-and-klara-manhal-tickets-1261711676589

Beauty and The Beast Jr.
2025-03-12 - 2025-03-13 | Gateway Theatre, 6500 Gilbert Road, Richmond, BC, V7C 3V4, Canada
March 12 – March 13
Beauty and The Beast Jr.
Gateway Theatre
6500 Gilbert Road
7pm
Presented by the Richmond Christian School’s middle campus. Come experience the magic and wonder of “Beauty and the Beast Jr.“, brought to life by over 60 talented middle school students! This enchanting production promises to transport you to a world where true love conquers all and inner beauty shines brightest.
Website: https://www.gatewaytheatre.com/events/beauty-beast-jr/

Speaker Series – From Canvas to Screen: My Artistic Evolution
2025-03-12 13:00 - 14:00 | BC
March 12
Speaker Series – From Canvas to Screen: My Artistic Evolution
Online
1pm-2pm
Join Alvaro Roman Rodriguez on a captivating journey through his evolution as an artist, from traditional visual artistry to the dynamic world of animation and cinema. Explore the intersection of tradition and innovation in “From Canvas to Screen: My Artistic Evolution.”
Website to Register: https://www.kpu.ca/arts/speakerseries

Lulu Speaker Series - Josée Drouin-Brisebois - Beyond the Museum’s Walls
2025-03-13 18:00 - 20:00 | Kwantlen Polytechnic University, 12666 72 Avenue, Richmond, BC, Canada
March 13
Lulu Speaker Series – Josée Drouin-Brisebois – Beyond the Museum’s Walls
Wilson School of Design,
Kwantlen Polytechnic University,
5600 Kwantlen St
6pm
Free with registration required.
For many people, art museums are places that are inaccessible, irrelevant and unconnected to their life experiences. The very architecture of these “temples” with their imposing façades can be intimidating for people who feel neither represented nor welcomed in these buildings; meanwhile, museums like the National Gallery of Canada have a mandate to develop, maintain and make known their collections and to promote knowledge, understanding and appreciation of art.
How do we reconcile the mission of museums and the apprehensions of considerable segments of the public? How can we share works from the national collection to make them more accessible to communities? How can we work with the communities themselves to create transformative experiences with local, national, and even international influence? These are some of the questions at the core of the museum’s renewed National Engagement initiative directed by Josée Drouin-Brisebois.
The Lulu Series is an annual spring series of talks about Art in the City and its importance to establishing connections between citizens and their communities.
Website: https://www.richmond.ca/culture/calendar/special-events/lulu.htm
To Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/lulu-lecture-series-beyond-the-museums-walls-with-josee-drouin-brisebois-tickets-1254924516009

Vibes & Vino Happy Hour – Featuring Nikita Afonso
2025-03-14 15:00 - 19:00 | Lulu Island Winery, 16880 Westminster Hwy, Richmond, BC, Canada
March 14
Vibes & Vino Happy Hour – Featuring Nikita Afonso
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 Nikita Afonso. Explore wine tasting, rotating musicians, and delightful Cheese and Charcuterie Platters.
Website: https://www.luluislandwinery.com/happyhour

CRA Tax Workshop for Artists
2025-03-19 12:00 - 13:30 | BC
March 19
CRA Tax Workshop for Artists
Online
12pm
This workshop by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) provides essential tax guidance for small businesses, self-employed individuals, and artists. It aims to help participants understand their tax obligations, identify possible deductions, and avoid common errors that could cost time and money. Participants will have the opportunity to ask tax-related questions and gain practical advice tailored to their business needs.
Website: https://form.jotform.com/250356462556258

Speaker Series – Why Poetry Now? (Because All The Important Conversations are Happening in Poems)
2025-03-20 13:00 - 14:00 | BC
March 20
Speaker Series – Why Poetry Now? (Because All The Important Conversations are Happening in Poems)
Online
1pm-2pm
In this lively and participatory talk, award-winning poet and novelist Aislinn Hunter will take some of the most urgent conversations of the day and connect them to poems being written and published now. She’ll show us why poetry matters more than ever. If you love poetry this event is for you. If you’re afraid of poetry, this event is for you.
Website to Register: https://www.kpu.ca/arts/speakerseries

Concert: Little Mountain Trio
2025-03-20 19:30 - 21:30 | Britannia Shipyards – Chinese Bunkhouse, 5180 Westwater Drive, Richmond, BC, V7E 6P3, Canada
March 19
Concert: Little Mountain Trio
Britannia Shipyard – Chinese Bunkhouse
5180 Westwater Drive
7:30pm
The Little Mountain Trio is Kitty King (bass), Dave Lidstone (guitar) and Rob McGregor (mandolin). After decades of collecting great songs,songs, the band plays music from a wide variety of styles including bluegrass, country, folk and jazz. Original songs by Kitty and instrumental tunes by Rob complete the repertoire. All three members are soulful lead singers, and the trio features three part harmony vocals on songs that will touch your heart or make you get up and dance. Mandolin and guitar trade spirited instrumental breaks and the bass holds it all together. Little Mountain Trio is a veteren of the Vancouver music scene and has performed all over BC in venues ranging from small clubs to big festivals.
Website: http://www.stevestonfolk.net/

Vibes & Vino Happy Hour – Featuring Harris and Debray
2025-03-21 15:00 - 19:00 | Lulu Island Winery, 16880 Westminster Hwy, Richmond, BC, Canada
March 21
Vibes & Vino Happy Hour – Featuring Harris and Debray
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 Harris and Debray. Explore wine tasting, rotating musicians, and delightful Cheese and Charcuterie Platters.
Website: https://www.luluislandwinery.com/happyhour
