Richmond Arts Coalition

Art After Dark: Youth Week Takeover
2026-05-07 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Vancouver) | Richmond Art Gallery, 7700 Minoru Gate, Richmond, BC, V6Y 1R8, Canada
May 7, 5pm-8pm
Art After Dark: Youth Week Takeover
Richmond Art Gallery & Richmond Museum
7700 Minoru Gate
Presented by City of Richmond’s Youth Services & Richmond Art Gallery. Celebrate BC Youth Week with a FREE after‑hours skate‑culture takeover, exclusively for ages 13–24! Inspired by skate culture past and present, this night is all about creativity, community, and self‑expression. You don’t need to be a skateboarder to take part. Explore skate‑inspired exhibitions, experiment with various hands-on art activities, meet local artists and skateboarders, vibe to a live DJ, and capture the night in our digital photo booth.
Website: https://www.richmondartgallery.org/artafterdark-may26

Mental Health Week: Musical Moments for Mental Health
2026-05-07 18:00 - 20:00 | Richmond Hospital, 7000 Westminster Highway, Richmond, BC, Canada
May 7, 6pm-8pm
Mental Health Week: Musical Moments for Mental Health
Richmond Hospital – Ralph Fisher Auditorium
7000 Westminster Highway
The Richmond Singers Ensemble will headline. Experience the power of local voices coming together to foster connection and support mental well-being in our community.
Website: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mental-health-week-musical-moments-for-mental-health-tickets-1985333197036

World Collage Day: Printmaking and Collage with Kai Liu
2026-05-09 13:00 - 16:00 | Richmond Art Gallery, 7700 Minoru Gate, Richmond, BC, V6Y 1R8, Canada
May 9, 1pm-4pm
World Collage Day: Printmaking and Collage with Kai Liu
Richmond Art Gallery
7700 Minoru Gate
Celebrate World Collage Day with a relaxed and inspiring studio session designed for adults who want to explore creative play and collage‑based artmaking. Guided by Kai Liu, the 2026 Branscombe House Artist in Residence, participants will experiment with monotype print techniques to create textured and patterned papers to use in your own collage artwork. No experience needed, just curiosity and a willingness to explore. $5.00 registration includes all collage materials and tools.
Website: https://www.richmondartgallery.org/collageday26

A River and Mountain Melody Sent Afar
2026-05-09 19:30 - 21:30 | Gateway Theatre, 6500 Gilbert Road, Richmond, BC, V7C 3V4, Canada
May 9, 7:30pm
A River and Mountain Melody Sent Afar
Gateway Theatre
6500 Gilbert Road
In 2026, the BC Chinese Music Association (BCCMA) will proudly present a landmark commemorative concert honoring the 95th birth anniversary of Master Peng Xiuwen, the titan of modern Chinese orchestral music. This dedicated program serves as a profound tribute to a visionary who spent his life revolutionizing the genre. Under the baton of Maestro Jin Zhang, the BC Chinese Orchestra (BCCO) will perform a selection of Peng’s timeless classics, including Dance of the Yao People, Silver Clouds Chasing the Moon, The Moon on High, and Harvest Gongs and Drums. Through a rich musical vocabulary and sophisticated orchestration, the performance will fully illustrate the artistic hallmark of Peng’s work: a masterful blend of traditional ethnic soul and symphonic grandeur.
Website: https://www.gatewaytheatre.com/events/26-bccma/

Music for Moms Concert
2026-05-11 18:30 - 20:30 | Gateway Theatre, 6500 Gilbert Road, Richmond, BC, V7C 3V4, Canada
May 11, 6:30pm
Music for Moms Concert
Gateway Theatre
6500 Gilbert Road
Celebrate Mother’s Day with an uplifting evening of live music at the annual Music for Moms concert, featuring the Richmond Youth Concert Band alongside the Richmond Elementary Honor Band.
Website: https://www.gatewaytheatre.com/events/musicformoms2026/

Comedy Cares – Richmond Improv Theatre Society
2026-05-15 19:00 - 21:15 | Gateway Theatre, 6500 Gilbert Road, Richmond, BC, V7C 3V4, Canada
May 15, 7pm-9:15pm
Comedy Cares – Richmond Improv Theatre Society
Gateway Theatre
6500 Gilbert Road
Join us for an evening of laughter with heart at Comedy Cares, a special improv fundraiser in support of Turning Point Recovery Society. This feel-good showcase brings together some of Richmond’s most dynamic improv performers for a night of spontaneous comedy and community connection. Featuring performances by Grey Matters, Those Types, a RITS Music Ensemble, The Home of Sapiens, and No Mortgage.
Website: https://www.gatewaytheatre.com/events/richmondimprov-2026/

Talkback Tour with August Klintberg & Aaron Chan
2026-05-16 14:00 - 15:00 | Richmond Art Gallery, 7700 Minoru Gate, Richmond, BC, V6Y 1R8, Canada
May 16, 2pm-3pm
Talkback Tour with August Klintberg & Aaron Chan
Richmond Art Gallery
7700 Minoru Gate
Join exhibiting artist August Klintberg and 2026 Richmond Writer in Residence, Aaron Chan for a special Talkback Tour exploring how both creators use personal storytelling and queer perspectives to examine identity, place, and community. This free, drop-in session invites visitors to share their responses while engaging in an open, thoughtful conversation with two artists whose practices overlap in meaningful and resonant ways.
Website: https://www.richmondartgallery.org/klintberg-chan

Amazing Taiwan
2026-05-17 14:00 - 17:00 | Gateway Theatre, 6500 Gilbert Road, Richmond, BC, V7C 3V4, Canada
May 17, 2pm
Amazing Taiwan
Gateway Theatre
6500 Gilbert Road
Presented by National Taiwan University of Sport Dance Company. Get ready to experience the power, passion, and beauty of Taiwan like never before. The National Taiwan University of Sport (NTUS) Dance Company; one of Taiwan’s premier performing arts groups, brings world-class talent and breathtaking choreography to the stage. Since 1996, they have dazzled audiences across the globe, from international festivals in Japan and Singapore to major cultural tours in Canada, earning standing ovations and global acclaim. Blending athleticism with artistry, tradition with innovation, every performance is a vibrant celebration of Taiwan’s culture: dynamic, emotional, and unforgettable.
Website: https://www.gatewaytheatre.com/events/mvots-2026/

Country Vines Winery – Live Music
2026-05-21 - 2026-05-31 | Country Vines Winery, 13060 Steveston Highway, Richmond, BC, Canada
May 21 – May 31
Country Vines Winery – Live Music
Country Vines Winery
13060 Steveston Hwy
Thursday, May 21st, 5pm to 7pm: Laria Lebeda
Friday, May 22nd, 5pm to 8pm: Peter G-G
Saturday, May 23rd, 3pm to 6pm: Harris & Debray
Sunday, May 24th, 2pm to 5pm: Dave Martone
Thursday, May 28th, 5pm-7pm: Carly Reirson
Friday, May 29th, 5pm to 8pm: Nova Sol
Saturday, May 30th, 2pm to 5pm: Sangre Morena
Saturday, May 30th, 6pm to 8pm: Teresa Marie
Sunday, May 31st, 3pm to 6pm: Ciro Vivanco Hernandez ‘The Trumpet Guy’
Website: https://www.countryvines.ca/events

Sunken Gold · Drifting White – A Duo Exhibition by Jin Tang and Li-Chung Chen
2026-05-21 - 2026-06-13 | Lipont Gallery, 4211 No. 3 Road, Richmond, British Columbia, V6X 2C3, Canada
May 21 – June 13 (By Appointment Only)
Sunken Gold · Drifting White – A Duo Exhibition by Jin Tang and Li-Chung Chen
Lipont Gallery
4211 No. 3 Road
“Sunken Gold” (沉金) refers to the deep, metallic, and grounded energy found in Jin Tang’s textured landscapes, while “Drifting White” (浮白) captures the ethereal, minimalist breathing room within Li-Chung Chen’s monochromatic compositions. Together, they explore the boundary between objective reality and the “inner landscape.”
Website: https://www.lipontgallery.ca/artists/tang-and-chen/

Mountain Sound: Steveston Folk Guild
2026-05-21 19:30 - 21:00 | Britannia Shipyards – Chinese Bunkhouse, 5180 Westwater Drive, Richmond, BC, V7E 6P3, Canada
May 21, 7:30pm
Mountain Sound: Steveston Folk Guild
Britannia Shipyard – Chinese Bunkhouse
5180 Westwater Drive
We welcome “Mountain Sound” back to SFG. An Indie folk rock trio from Vancouver, blending storytelling with great music, and lots of energy. 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. Together their music weaves rich harmonies, compelling lyrics, and dynamic rhythms a great combination.
Website: https://www.stevestonfolk.net/

Live Music - Shady Island Food Bar & Grill
2026-05-22 - 2026-05-31 | Shady Island Bar and Grill, 112-3800 Bayview Street, Richmond, BC, Canada
May 22 – May 31, 6pm-9pm Thurs-Sat, 4pm-7pm Sundays
Live Music – Shady Island Food Bar & Grill
112 – 3800 Bayview St.
May 22: Chuck Johnson
May 23: Tim Hearsey & Friends
May 24: Tim Hewitt
May 29: TBD
May 30: Trama
May 31: Billy Mendoza
Every Thursday: Aristo-Cats & Friends
Website: https://www.shadyislandseafood.com/general-7

Live Music: Soundwave
2026-05-22 19:30 - 21:30 | ANAF Unit 284 Steveston, 101-11900 No 1 Road, Richmond, BC, Canada
May 22, 7:30pm
Live Music: Soundwave
ANAF Unit 284
105-11900 No. 1 Rd
Membership not required! Support your local veterans.
Website: https://anaf284.ca/upcoming-events-2/

Vancouver Anime-Fest
2026-05-23 10:00 - 17:00 | Executive Hotel Vancouver Airport, 7311 Westminster Hwy, Richmond, BC, Canada
May 23, 10am-5pm
Vancouver Anime-Fest
Executive Hotel Vancouver Airport
7311 Westminster Hwy
The Vancouver Anime-Fest is the Anime collectors’ Mecca 1 day trade show convention. Striving to be the best and truest Anime convention featuring fandoms of multiple genres. As a long-time collector of Anime items the promoter brings you an event that will satisfy all Anime fandom!
Website: http://canadaanimefests.ca/Vancouver/#5343196

國語導覽 – Exhibition Tour in Mandarin
2026-05-23 14:00 - 15:00 | Richmond Art Gallery, 7700 Minoru Gate, Richmond, BC, V6Y 1R8, Canada
May 23, 2pm
國語導覽 – Exhibition Tour in Mandarin
Richmond Art Gallery
7700 Minoru Gate
Drop in for a Mandarin language tour of the Gallery’s spring exhibitions I digress and SIDE CORE: under city. Learn more about the themes of the exhibition through a guided visit and informal discussion over a cup of tea. Limited spaces, RSVP to reserve a seat.
Website: https://www.richmondartgallery.org/mandarin-spring26

Becoming – Vancouver Academy of Dance
2026-05-23 15:00 - 17:00 | Gateway Theatre, 6500 Gilbert Road, Richmond, BC, V7C 3V4, Canada
May 23, 3pm
Becoming – Vancouver Academy of Dance
Gateway Theatre
6500 Gilbert Road
Website: https://www.gatewaytheatre.com/events/vad-2026/

55th Anniversary Dance - Jubilaeumstanz
2026-05-23 17:30 - 22:30 | Austria Vancouver Club, 5851 Westminster Hwy, Richmond, BC, Canada
May 23, 5:30pm-10:30pm
55th Anniversary Dance – Jubilaeumstanz
Austria Vancouver Club
5851 Westminster Hwy
Band performance by The Silver Stars, with performances by AVC Edelweiss Dancers.
Website: https://austriavancouverclub.ca/

Live Music: The Karmichaels
2026-05-23 19:30 - 21:30 | ANAF Unit 284 Steveston, 101-11900 No 1 Road, Richmond, BC, Canada
May 23, 7:30pm
Live Music: The Karmichaels
ANAF Unit 284
105-1190 No. 1 Road
Membership not required. Support local veterans.
Website: https://anaf284.ca/upcoming-events-2/

Tiger Flight 655 Richmond Squadron Royal Canadian Air Cadets Band Performance
2026-05-24 14:00 - 15:00 | ANAF Unit 284 Steveston, 101-11900 No 1 Road, Richmond, BC, Canada
May 24, 2pm-3pm
Tiger Flight 655 Richmond Squadron Royal Canadian Air Cadets Band Performance
ANAF Unit 284
105-11900 No. 1 Road
First place champions of the BC Cadet Band Competition. All are welcome. 50 musicians! Free admissions!
Website: https://anaf284.ca/upcoming-events-2/

The Richmond Singers: Voices Without Borders
2026-05-24 15:00 - 17:00 | Fraserview MB Church, 11295 Mellis Drive, Richmond, BC, V6X 1L8, Canada
May 24, 3pm
The Richmond Singers: Voices Without Borders
Fraserview Mennonite Church
11295 Mellis Drive
This spring we present a concert filled with music from our heartlands. We hope you can join us for Voices Without Borders — no passports required!
“For this concert, I wanted to draw from the rich background of our singers, creating a program that authentically represents the voices in our choir” says music director Fabiana Katz. “Our music is a mirror of our community.”
Voices Without Borders reflects that vision, drawing from musical traditions around the globe. Expect soul stirring songs from South Africa, East Asia, Scandinavia, and the Celtic tradition, alongside lyrical works, folk songs and BC favourites.
Directed by Fabiana Katz and accompanied by Hilary Jung, Voices Without Borders features guest musicians Chris Haas on percussion, Steven Johnston on bass, and welcomes the return of acclaimed solo and professional violinist Conor Stuart. Joining them will be the Vancouver men’s choir The Squares, who recently performed at the Closing Gala of the world-renowned Kathaumixw International Festival in Powell River in 2025.
Website and Tickets: https://richmondsingers.ca/
Tickets can also be purchased from any choir member or by email at richmondsingers@gmail.com .

Close Your Eyes
2026-05-26 18:30 - 20:30 | River Rock Casino Resort, 8811 River Road, Richmond, British Columbia, V6X 3P8, Canada
May 26, 6:30pm
Close Your Eyes
River Rock Casino Resort
8811 River Road
CLOSE YOUR EYES is set to hold their first Canada tour in May 2026, performing in Toronto (May 22), Montreal (May 24), ad Vancouver (May 26). Known for dynamic performances and emotional music, the group will meet Canadian fans for the first time through an official tour. The concert will combine powerful stages, live vocals and interactive moments for an unforgettable experience. Doors 7:00PM. Show 8:00PM. times are subject to change. Please arrive early to avoid long lines or delays entering the venue. No in/out privileges. Restriction on large bags or backpacks. No outside food/beverages.
Website: https://www.ticketmaster.ca/close-your-eyes-tickets/artist/1488984

The Sound of Music
2026-05-27 - 2026-05-29 | Gateway Theatre, 6500 Gilbert Road, Richmond, BC, V7C 3V4, Canada
May 27 – May 29, 7pm
The Sound of Music
Gateway Theatre
6500 Gilbert Road
Richmond Christian School proudly presents The Sound of Music, a large-scale, multi-campus production that brings together students from across our community in a shared celebration of storytelling, music, and performing arts.
Website: https://www.gatewaytheatre.com/events/rcs-2026/

Artist Salon with Jo-Anne Balcaen: Grumpy Thoughts on Art
2026-05-27 19:00 - 20:00 | BC
May 27, 7pm-8pm
Artist Salon with Jo-Anne Balcaen: Grumpy Thoughts on Art
Online Zoom Webinar
Join exhibiting artist Jo‑Anne Balcaen live from Winnipeg for a candid conversation on the less visible side of artistic practice: navigating judgment, self‑doubt, work, and experience. Through her artworks and in this artist talk, Balcaen explores why vulnerability is often hidden in the arts, how perceptions of success and failure shape our careers, and what it means to sustain a creative life over time. Join us for a lively session that speaks to the shared challenges and quieter realities familiar to many artists.
Website: https://www.richmondartgallery.org/salon-balcaen

Appreciation of the Special Collection on Chinese Culture Series: Take a Close Look at Masters' Works of Chinese Painting and Calligraphy 以图为鉴：中国书画鉴赏
2026-05-27 19:00 - 20:00 | Brighouse Library, 100-7700 Minoru Gate, Richmond, British Columbia, V6Y 1R8, Canada
May 27, 7pm-8pm
Appreciation of the Special Collection on Chinese Culture Series: Take a Close Look at Masters’ Works of Chinese Painting and Calligraphy 以图为鉴：中国书画鉴赏
Brighouse Library
7700 Minoru Gate
Are you interested to learn more about Chinese Calligraphy and Painting? Join a small group to take a closer look at Chinese Art books donated by Dr. Kwok-Chu Lee and learn about great masters of Chinese Calligraphy and Painting. Guided by Gang Rong, a professional calligrapher and expert in the appraisal of Chinese paintings and calligraphy. Rong holds a Master of calligraphy and is a visiting professor at Shaanxi University of Technology. In Mandarin with English translation.
Website: https://yourlibrary.bibliocommons.com/events/69b9eea5b6c4ac1fedc6789b

The Shelf Concert & Buffet #51 – Aaron Wylder
2026-05-27 21:30 - 23:00 | Hestia, 4351 No. 3 Road, Richmond, BC, Canada
May 27, 9:30pm
The Shelf Concert & Buffet #51 – Aaron Wylder
Hestia Kitchen
4351 Number 3 Rd #160
Island roots. West coast soul. Songs that feel lived-in and wide open. Session #51 brings Aaron Wylder — a singer-songwriter blending Americana, indie rock, and indie folk into music shaped by island living, movement, and quiet reflection. Warm, grounded, and carried by a restless sense of freedom. Inspired by NPR’s Tiny Desk Concert.
Website: https://www.theshelfconcert.com/events/aaronwylder-the-shelf-concert-buffet-51

Lulu Series: Migration Patterns from Chinatowns to Ethnoburbs
2026-05-28 18:00 - 20:30 | Richmond Cultural Centre, 7700 Minoru Gate, Richmond, BC, V6Y 1R9, Canada
May 28, 6pm
Lulu Series: Migration Patterns from Chinatowns to Ethnoburbs
Richmond Cultural Centre, Theatre Under the Stairs
7700 Minoru Gate
Join Morris Lum in a discussion about his Chinatown | Tong Yan Gaai photographic series that documents Chinatowns across Canada and the United States. Over the last decade, Lumhas has focused and directed attention towards the functionality of Chinatowns, exploring the generational context of how “Chinese” identity is expressed in these structural enclaves. Armed with a large-format camera, the artist has documented Chinatowns in Victoria, Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Winnipeg, Toronto, Ottawa, Montreal, Chicago, Oakland, Seattle, Philadelphia, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Manhattan and Boston. The talk will offer an overview of this body of work and will hint at the next phases of the series.
Website: https://www.richmondartgallery.org/lulu-may2026

STORMS: RPC Youth & Adult Choir in Concert
2026-05-29 19:00 - 21:00 | Richmond Presbyterian Church, 7111 No. 2 Road, Richmond, bc, Canada
May 29, 7pm
STORMS: RPC Youth & Adult Choir in Concert
Richmond Presbyterian Church
7111 No. 2 Road
Admission by donation at the door, in support of RPC Ministries. Join us for Storms, an inspiring musical by Mark Burrows, presented by our Youth Choir, with the Adult Choir joining in concert. Through music, storytelling, and moments of humor and reflection, Storms explores the challenges we face in life—both seen and unseen—and reminds us that we are never alone. Experience themes of faith, courage, and compassion, and discover how prayer, community, and God’s love can guide us through even the most difficult times.
Website: https://richpres.com/storms2026/

Writer-in-Residence: Author Panel - Telling Stories from the Margins
2026-05-30 14:00 - 15:30 | Richmond Cultural Centre – Performance Hall, 7700 Minoru Gate, Richmond, British Columbia, V6Y 1R9, Canada
May 30, 2pm-3:30pm
Writer-in-Residence: Author Panel – Telling Stories from the Margins
Richmond Cultural Centre – Theatre Under The Stairs
7700 Minoru Gate
In recent years, the North American literary landscape has seen an increase in diverse voices, yet representation still has a long way to go. Hear from a panel who will discuss working in an industry that has historically excluded people like them and their writing. Led by Aaron Chan, Richmond’s Writer-in-Residence.
Website: https://richmond.ca/culture/howartworks/artists-opportunities/writerinresidence.htm

Richmond Delta Youth Orchestra Year-End Concert 2026
2026-05-30 14:00 - 17:00 | Gateway Theatre, 6500 Gilbert Road, Richmond, BC, V7C 3V4, Canada
May 30, 2pm-5pm
Richmond Delta Youth Orchestra Year-End Concert 2026
Gateway Theatre
6500 Gilbert Road
Welcome to the RDYO 2025/26 Season Year-End Awards Concert! Join us for an unforgettable afternoon of music as the Richmond Delta Youth Orchestra (RDYO) presents our Year-End Awards Concert. This special event showcases performances from all divisions, celebrating the growth, dedication, and artistic achievements of our young musicians throughout the 2025/26 season. The concert will also feature our annual awards presentation, recognizing outstanding students from the scholarship competition for their excellence, commitment, and contribution to RDYO.
Website: https://www.gatewaytheatre.com/events/rdyo-2026/

Live Band Night with The White Rock Rhythm Kings
2026-05-30 18:00 - 21:30 | 3551 Moncton Street, 3551 Moncton Street, Richmond, Canada
May 30, 6pm-9:30pm
Live Band Night with The White Rock Rhythm Kings
3551 Moncton Street
Join us for Live Band Night in partnership with Steveston Hub! Meet new and familiar faces, enjoy live music, dance with friends, and treat yourself to delicious snacks and drinks. Support our local community of talented musicians while having a great time! Start the evening with a beginner-friendly Lindy Hop class—no experience or partner needed. Everyone is welcome, and you can jump in anytime! This is a family-friendly event, with free admission for children 11 and under.
Website: https://www.swingoutrichmond.ca/
