Richmond Arts Coalition

Songs in the Snow: A Vintage Christmas
2024-12-07 15:30 - 18:30 (America/Vancouver) | Steveston Town Square Park, 3791 Moncton St, Richmond, BC, V7E 3A7, Canada
Songs in the Snow: A Vintage Christmas
Steveston Town Square Park
3811 Moncton Street
3:30pm-6:30pm
Songs In The Snow: A Vintage Christmas is an annual, free, family-friendly, holiday event partnership between Steveston Historical Society, the Richmond Arts Coalition, and the Steveston Museum & Visitor Centre. Each day features free hot chocolate, beautiful festive lights, seasonal crafts, and holiday-themed performances from 3:30pm-6:30pm outdoors at the Steveston Town Square Park, next to the Steveston Museum. Each day will be emceed by RAC’s Executive Director, Andrew Wade.
Saturday, December 7th, 3:30pm-6:30pm
Luc Lemans
SwingOut Richmond Jazz Band
Ukumeme
Richmond Chorus (ROCA)
The Trollsons / Pangaea Arts
Burnett Jazz
Visual Artist – Cartoon Katie
Visual Artist – Laurence Belzille
Visual Artist – Gemma Doyle
Saturday, December 14th, 3:30pm-6:30pm
Estella Celeste Banez
The Richmond Singers
Ricardo
Four Calling Birds
Dominic Grimm
Marcato Youth Community Band
Visual Artist – Gemma Doyle
Visual Artist – Nadine Flagel
We thank the City of Richmond for their support.
Presented in partnership with Tourism Richmond.
We acknowledge the financial support of the Province of British Columbia.

Peace and Joy Concert – Richmond Delta Youth Orchestra (RDYO) (RAC Member)
2024-12-07 15:00 - 17:00 | Genesis Theatre, 5005 45 Avenue, Delta, BC, Canada
December 7
Peace and Joy Concert – Richmond Delta Youth Orchestra (RDYO) (RAC Member)
Genesis Theatre
5005 45 Avenue, Delta
3pm-5pm
Welcome to Richmond Delta Youth Orchestra’s “Peace & Joy” Winter concert, featuring all divisions of the RDYO. The concert is an inspiring celebration of unity and harmony through music with timeless classics and uplifting contemporary pieces, all capturing the spirit of peace & joy. A perfect event to share with family and friends! Get your ticket now to celebrate the beauty of the season, support our youth in the arts, and experience the gift of music that resonates with joy and goodwill.
Tickets: https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/710b89a1-32a8-486d-8312-56a1cd333778

Richmond Academy of Dance – Dance Into Christmas
2024-12-06 19:30 - 21:30 | Massey Theatre, 735 8th Avenue, New Westminster, BC, Canada
December 6
Richmond Academy of Dance – Dance Into Christmas
Massey Theatre
735 Eighth Avenue,
New Westminster
7:30pm
The Richmond Academy of Dance presents our not-to-be-missed annual Christmas performance at the Massey Theatre. A charming, chestnut-warming live holiday event, the Academy’s professional division ballet dancers will perform magical excerpts from seasonal favourite The Nutcracker––alongside top-notch, professional guest artists from Montreal-based Les Grands Ballets Canadiens who will perform the famous Nutcracker Pas de Deux. The show also features celebrated soprano Sheila Christie, Mikey Jose and his band, and specially choreographed works from dancers and vocalists to share a full serving of additional festive delights. A great night out for all the family, book ahead for this perfect evening of holiday season fun!
Ticket link: https://shop.ticketsnw.ca/TheatreManager/1/login?event=1542
Website link: https://www.richmondacademyofdance.com/upcoming-performances

Dance Into Christmas – Richmond Academy of Dance
2024-12-06 19:30 - 21:00 | Massey Theatre, 735 8th Avenue, New Westminster, BC, Canada
December 6
Dance Into Christmas – Richmond Academy of Dance
Massey Theatre
735 Eighth Avenue, New Westminster
7:30pm
Enjoy the Academy’s professional division dancers performing excepts from The Nutcracker alongside professional guest artists from Les Grands Ballets Canadiens, live musicians, and special holiday pieces and vocal performances that our resident faculty have choreographed. Join us at the Massey Theatre for an evening of holiday cheer for the whole family!
Website: https://www.richmondacademyofdance.com/upcoming-performances

O Holy Night
2024-12-06 19:00 - 21:00 | Richmond Presbyterian Church, 7111 No. 2 Road, Richmond, bc, Canada
December 6
O Holy Night
Richmond Presbyterian Church
7111 No. 2 Road
7pm
Celebrate the season with us at O Holy Night, a joyful, intergenerational event featuring beautiful performances by soloists, small ensembles, our Chimes Choir, Adult Choir, youth, and members of our congregation. Enjoy a Christmas sing-along, an Ugly Sweater contest, a candy bowl guessing game, and hot chocolate with marshmallows. Bring your family and friends for a festive evening of music and a time of fellowship!
Website: https://richpres.com/oholynight2024/

Vibes and Vino Happy Hour – Ranj Singh
2024-12-06 15:00 - 19:00 | Lulu Island Winery, 16880 Westminster Hwy, Richmond, BC, Canada
December 6
Vibes and Vino Happy Hour – Ranj Singh
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

Songs for a Winter’s Night – Richmond Singers
2024-12-01 15:00 - 17:00 | Fraserview MB Church, 11295 Mellis Drive, Richmond, BC, V6X 1L8, Canada
December 1
Songs for a Winter’s Night – Richmond Singers
Fraserview MB Church
11295 Mellis Drive
3pm
This holiday season, immerse yourself in the enchanting sounds of our annual Christmas concert. Experience the joy and warmth of the season as we present a selection of festive melodies and old classics. Bring your family and friends to share in this joyous celebration of music and community!
Website: https://richmondsingers.ca/concerts/

Gateway Theatre Behind the Scenes: Lionel Bart’s Oliver!
2024-12-01 15:00 - 16:00 | Brighouse Library, 100-7700 Minoru Gate, Richmond, British Columbia, V6Y 1R8, Canada
December 1
Gateway Theatre Behind the Scenes: Lionel Bart’s Oliver!
Brighouse Library
7700 Minoru Gate
3pm-4pm
Have you ever wondered what it takes to put on a play or musical? Would you like the chance to win tickets to a show? Join us for this family-friendly event! Don’t miss this opportunity for an exclusive sneak peek at Gateway Theatre’s 2024 holiday musical Oliver!, an award-winning musical adaptation of the classic Dickens novel Oliver Twist. We will be joined by Barbara Tomasic, Gateway Theatre’s Executive Artistic Director, and the show’s costume designer, Donnie Tejani, who will discuss the creation of this musical, the costume design and making for historical drama, as well as the secrets of fascinating quick changes! There will also be cast member(s) from the show to do a live reading and demonstration.
Website: https://yourlibrary.bibliocommons.com/events/6730f91b59163a2f003031ed

Steveston Museum Pop-up Gallery: Clare Scott and Scott Pleydell-Pearce
2024-12-01 - 2024-12-31 | Steveston Museum, 3811 Moncton Street, Richmond, BC, Canada
Ongoing – December 31
Steveston Museum Pop-up Gallery: Clare Scott and Scott Pleydell-Pearce
Steveston Museum and Post Office
3811 Moncton Street
Clare Scott grew up with a backyard full of blueberry bushes in east Richmond, and has fond memories of visiting Steveston when her dad would take her, her brother and sister, to the sand dunes at Garry Point to fish for bullheads in Scotch Pond. She created 2 books, a photobiography called ‘Faces of Steveston’ and ‘Photographic Images of Steveston’, a ‘Steveston Colouring Book’ and is currently working on an aerial drawing of Steveston! Scott Pleydell-Pearce’s working career is in the world of Animation where he has filled many roles; Animator (2D and 3D), Storyboard artist, Character designer, Art Director, Animation Director and now as a Series Director for TV animation. Scott started painting in watercolour 12 years ago.
Website: https://historicsteveston.ca/

Lone Strangers
2024-11-30 19:00 - 23:30 | ANAF Unit 284 Steveston, 101-11900 No 1 Road, Richmond, BC, Canada
November 30
Lone Strangers
ANAF Club 284
105-11900 No. 1 Road
7pm-11:30pm
Come and enjoy some of your favourite tunes, shake what you’re momma gave you, and tip a few to toast the Fall of ‘24! We’ll look forward to seeing you here!
Website: https://anaf284.ca/event/lone-strangers/

Christmas in Space! A Holiday Cirque Spectacular
2024-11-29 20:00 - 22:00 | River Rock Casino Resort, 8811 River Road, Richmond, British Columbia, V6X 3P8, Canada
November 29
Christmas in Space! A Holiday Cirque Spectacular
River Rock Casino Resort – Show Theatre
8811 River Road
8pm
“Christmas in Space,” produced by Q Productions Las Vegas, is an electrifying holiday spectacle where cosmic wonder meets Yuletide magic. Featuring a talented cast of acrobats, daredevils, singers, dancers and cirque performers, the show blends cutting-edge technology like projection mapping and interactive lasers with heart-stopping acts. Watch as Lady Light Lasergirl dazzles with laser artistry, and an alien crew discovers the true spirit of the Holiday Season through a sentimental adventure. It’s a sleigh ride you won’t want to miss!
Website: https://greatcanadian.com/event/christmas-in-space-richmond

Burnett Music Program Dessert Gala
2024-11-29 19:00 - 21:00 | Burnett Secondary, 6011 Granville Avenue, Richmond, BC, Canada
November 29
Burnett Music Program Dessert Gala
Burnett Secondary
7pm-9pm
Winter Wonders! Enjoy a dessert buffet, a winter market, craft fair, silent auction, photo booth, and more! Tickets are $10 or a table of 7 for $65.
Website: https://jnburnett.sd38.bc.ca/

Vibes and Vino Happy Hour – Suede Dogs
2024-11-29 15:00 - 19:00 | Lulu Island Winery, 16880 Westminster Hwy, Richmond, BC, Canada
November 29
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

Christmas Jazz Piano with Rufus Lin
2024-11-28 17:00 - 18:00 | Lulu Island Winery, 16880 Westminster Hwy, Richmond, BC, Canada
November 28
Christmas Jazz Piano with Rufus Lin
Lulu Island Winery
16880 Westminster Hwy
5pm-6pm
Canadian jazz pianist/vocalist Rufus Lin is widely known in Tokyo, having given over 100 solo jazz recitals there over 11 years. Most of his fans live in Japan and South Korea. He has been a resident of Richmond BC for over 25 years.
Website: https://allevents.in/richmond/christmas-jazz-piano-with-rufus-lin/100001013199696567

Artist Salon with Malina Sintnicolaas on Teaching Tips for Artists
2024-11-27 19:00 - 20:30 | Richmond Art Gallery, 7700 Minoru Gate, Richmond, BC, V6Y 1R8, Canada
November 27
Artist Salon with Malina Sintnicolaas on Teaching Tips for Artists
Richmond Art Gallery
7700 Minoru Gate
7pm-8:30pm
Have you considered hosting art workshops, classes or other public programs to supplement your income as a working artist? Hear from experienced artist and instructor Malina Sintnicolaas for tips on lesson planning, checking for learning, and classroom outcomes as she shares how to develop successful art programs and working with educational institutions. In-person session is limited to 24 participants, so it is recommended you sign up early to reserve a spot. Online session is a one-hour presentation including some time for Q+A from the online audience. Free admission. Registration is required for either the in person or online format.
Website: https://www.richmondartgallery.org/artist-salon-teaching

Richmond Firefighters' Breakfast, featuring music from J. N. Burnett Secondary School
2024-11-27 06:00 - 09:00 | Hilton Vancouver Airport, 5911 Minoru Blvd, Richmond, BC, Canada
November 27
Richmond Firefighters’ Breakfast, featuring music from J. N. Burnett Secondary School
Hilton Vancouver Airport
5911 Minoru Blvd
6am-9am
Hilton Vancouver Airport and the Richmond Firefighters’ Charitable Society invite you to the Richmond Firefighters’ Breakfast on Wednesday, November 27th from 6 to 9 am. This community event is FREE to attend and open to all! In exchange for a cash donation or an unwrapped toy, guests will be treated to a delicious pancake breakfast. You’ll also have the chance to take photos with Mr. & Mrs. Claus and enjoy live music by the talented students of J. N. Burnett Secondary School. Proceeds and donations will support Family Services of Greater Vancouver and Richmond Multicultural Community Services.
Website: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/richmond-firefighters-breakfast-tickets-1057447537049

Quilting with Batiks – Jennifer Fulton
2024-11-26 14:00 - 15:30 | Richmond Cultural Centre Annex, 7660 Minoru Gate, Richmond, BC, V6Y 1R8, Canada
November 26
Quilting with Batiks – Jennifer Fulton
Richmond Cultural Centre Annex + Online (Zoom)
7660 Minoru Gate
2pm
Free. Our presenter will be seen on Zoom. You may join us to socialize or see this presentation on Zoom from your home. As an Island Batik Ambassador for six years, Jennifer learned a lot about working with batiks! In this lecture and trunk show, she will share how batiks are made and how you can use them in your quilting. You’ll learn her tips and techniques for working with batiks, the ways in which she loves to use them the most, and some tips on mixing batiks with other fabrics.
To Register: https://tagor.ca/registration-for-fall-2024-tagor-presentations/

BU XI – Paintings and Installation by Wu Yang
2024-11-26 - 2025-01-03 | Lipont Gallery, 4211 No. 3 Road, Richmond, British Columbia, V6X 2C3, Canada
November 26 – January 3
BU XI – Paintings and Installation by Wu Yang
Lipont Gallery
4211 No. 3 Road
Opening Reception: November 26, 2024, 6-9pm
The exhibition features a series of paintings alongside three intricate installations, crafted during a reflective three-year period through the pandemic. These pieces delve deeply into Wu Yang’s introspective view on human nature and her exploration of female identity.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lipontgallery
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lipontgallery

Lyra Concert (German Men’s Choir)
2024-11-24 14:00 - 15:30 | Austria Vancouver Club, 5851 Westminster Hwy, Richmond, BC, Canada
November 24
Lyra Concert (German Men’s Choir)
Austria Vancouver Club
5851 Westminster Hwy
2pm
Doors open at 12pm.
Website: https://www.mgv-lyra.com/events.html

Islamic Art Experience
2024-11-24 12:00 - 16:00 | Brighouse Library, 100-7700 Minoru Gate, Richmond, British Columbia, V6Y 1R8, Canada
November 24
Islamic Art Experience
Brighouse Library
7700 Minoru Gate
12pm-4pm
The Islamic Art Experience is focused on sharing the beauty of Islamic art from around the globe, fostering cross-cultural exchange among all faiths and cultures, and providing an opportunity for artists and performers from the local Muslim community in BC and Canada. The event will bring together both visual and performing Islamic art, including: a juried art exhibition on the community art walls in the library, live traditional Middle Eastern dance, Sufi traditional music, hands-on activities and demonstrations such as Arabic calligraphy, Palestinian embroidery, Ebru Turkish art, tapestry, and geometrics patterns.
Website: https://yourlibrary.bibliocommons.com/events/66fd80bb2f2bbd29008d9d65

Vintage
2024-11-23 19:00 - 23:30 | ANAF Unit 284 Steveston, 101-11900 No 1 Road, Richmond, BC, Canada
November 23
Vintage
ANAF Club 284
105-11900 No. 1 Road
7pm-11:30pm
An epic weekend of dance.
Website: https://anaf284.ca/event/vintage-welcome-back/

Amuse-Bouche – Richmond Art Gallery Association’s Annual Fundraiser
2024-11-23 15:00 - 18:00 | Richmond Art Gallery, 7700 Minoru Gate, Richmond, BC, V6Y 1R8, Canada
November 23
Amuse-Bouche – Richmond Art Gallery Association’s Annual Fundraiser
Richmond Art Gallery
7700 Minoru Gate
3pm-6pm
With a performance by drag superstar Kara Juku. Join us for Amuse-Bouche, an afternoon event, fundraiser, and silent art auction celebrating the incredible outreach and education efforts of the Richmond Art Gallery Association. Let us whet your appetite with snacks and beverages from Richmond’s diverse culinary community. Tickets: $25-$45.
Website: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/amuse-bouche-tickets-1003741557017

Akimatsuri
2024-11-23 10:00 - 18:00 | Kwantlen Polytechnic University, 12666 72 Avenue, Richmond, BC, Canada
November 23
Akimatsuri
Kwantlen Polytechnic University
8771 Lansdowne Road
10am-6pm
Akimatsuri is an annual 1-day event, held in the late fall and serves as a light version of the main convention, with a style based upon on the school, cultural and seasonal festivals held in Japan. It also includes many of the traditional Anime Evolution events on a smaller scale including panels, video and AMV showings, gaming, artists, and vendors.
Website: https://animeevolution.com/

Vibes and Vino Happy Hour – Charles Johnson
2024-11-22 15:00 - 19:00 | Lulu Island Winery, 16880 Westminster Hwy, Richmond, BC, Canada
November 22
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

Ask The Wind – Steveston Folk Guild
2024-11-21 19:30 - 21:30 | Britannia Shipyards – Chinese Bunkhouse, 5180 Westwater Drive, Richmond, BC, V7E 6P3, Canada
November 21
Ask The Wind – Steveston Folk Guild
Britannia Shipyards – Chinese Bunkhouse
5180 Westwater Drive
7:30pm
“Ask The Wind” is a dynamic folk trio with Maya on fiddle, Daniel on guitar and vocals, and Atlin on piano and vocals. They are rooted in folk, country, Celtic and jazz, drawing inspiration from larger-than- life stories and lived in experiences. With Maya’s Celtic fiddle background in Vancouver, Daniel’s guitar playing with its Prairie origins, combined with Atlin’s classical training, you end up with a very incredible blend of musical influences. This translates into music evoking nostalgia, excitement, heartbreak and joy, a musical road trip. And it’s all in one group. Entry is $12 at the door.
Website: http://www.stevestonfolk.net/

Exhibition: Memories of Richmond – Paintings by Horae Jiang
2024-11-20 - 2024-12-13 | Lipont Gallery, 4211 No. 3 Road, Richmond, British Columbia, V6X 2C3, Canada
November 20 – December 13
Exhibition: Memories of Richmond – Paintings by Horae Jiang
Lipont Gallery
4211 No. 3 Road
Opening: Wednesday Nov 20th, 2024 7-9pm
Featuring landscape and abstract paintings by Richmond-based artist Horae (Chunbo) Jiang.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lipontgallery
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lipontgallery

RDYO: Parade of Music
2024-11-17 15:00 - 17:00 | Fraserview MB Church, 11295 Mellis Drive, Richmond, BC, V6X 1L8, Canada
November 17
RDYO: Parade of Music
Fraserview Church
11295 Mellis Drive
3pm
The Parade of Music with the Rotary Club is returning this year! The concert promises to be an unforgettable event, showcasing the immense talent and hard work of our students from Senior Strings, Senior Winds and Symphony. The dedication they’ve put into their performances is truly remarkable, and we can’t wait to see them shine on the stage. Featuring our Special Guest artists – Van Django.
Website: https://www.rdyo.ca/concerts/

Vibes and Vino Happy Hour – Music with Marnie Shindiggy Dance Party
2024-11-16 15:00 - 17:00 | Lulu Island Winery, 16880 Westminster Hwy, Richmond, BC, Canada
November 16
Vibes and Vino Happy Hour – Music with Marnie Shindiggy Dance Party
Lulu Island Winery
16880 Westminster Hwy
3pm
Let the Fun Begin! Join us at 3pm for magic and fun! Browse handmade pottery, paintings, and knitted wear at our Mini Market. Kids can craft instruments or enjoy face painting. At 4pm, dance and sing along with Marnie Band and friends! Fun for the whole family!
Website: https://www.luluislandwinery.com/event-details-registration/the-music-with-marnie-shindiggy-dance-party

Collage Party: Printmaking & Collage with Marlene Yuen
2024-11-16 13:00 - 16:00 | Richmond Art Gallery, 7700 Minoru Gate, Richmond, BC, V6Y 1R8, Canada
November 16
Collage Party: Printmaking & Collage with Marlene Yuen
Richmond Art Gallery
7700 Minoru Gate
1pm-4pm
Drop in to the gallery for our free social hands-on art-making party for adults. It’s the perfect opportunity to get together with friends and make some art! This session features exhibiting artist Marlene Yuen who will demonstrate some basic printmaking techniques to create your own patterned papers for use in collage. Participants are invited to experiment with simple art materials while you chat, listen to music, and meet other artists. All materials provided, open to ages 16+ of all artistic skill levels. Registration required.
To Register: https://www.richmondartgallery.org/cp-yuen

Vibes and Vino Happy Hour – Rocky and the Gems
2024-11-15 15:00 - 19:00 | Lulu Island Winery, 16880 Westminster Hwy, Richmond, BC, Canada
November 15
Vibes and Vino Happy Hour – Rocky and the Gems
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
