Events

WILD ART FOR THE BIG OF HEART

A Tanya Bub sculpture show celebrating local passion projects that make a difference See sculptures inspired by 9 local charities, and direct 25% of the purchase price to the cause of your choice. Mark your calendars to come see the show and join us for a slew of exciting inspirational events indoors and out at the Gage Gallery during the month of May. Gallery hours Tuesday to Sund

• 19 Bastion Square, Victoria, British Columbia, V8W 1J1, Canada

Registration open for Metchosin International Summer School of the Arts (MISSA) - July 18 - 31, 2026 Workshops

Register today for your magical MISSA experience this summer. Our amazing line up of workshops are open for registration, don't miss out on this opportunity to develop your skills as an artist in a supportive creative community setting. MISSA  takes place at Pearson College on the shores of Pedder Bay. We are offering 34 workshops and 3 residency opportunities for adult artists at any stage in the

• Pearson College, Metchosin, British Columbia, Canada

The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – Derek Kasper

Drawing on his deep background in ceramics and fine woodworking, Derek Kasper's newest forms reveal his ongoing exploration of how repeated shapes can evolve into entirely new sculptural expressions. He continues to push scale, structure and surface, inviting us to discover shifting patterns of light and meaning within each piece.   Image: 'Under the Flower Moon' by Derek Kasper, Porcelain

• 2184 Oak Bay Avenue, Victoria, British Columbia, V8R 1G3, Canada

Fired Up! Contemporary Works in Clay -Annual Show and Sale

The annual Fired Up! -Contemporary Works in Clay event is a highlight of the Canadian ceramics art scene. For its 42nd year, the group explores the concept of “Ebb and Flow”. In art making, as in life itself, there is a natural cycle of ebb and flow. Artists who work in clay inherently embrace the transformations and rearrangements of both their medium’s properties and their creative process. Clay

• 4401 William Head Rd., Metchosin, British Columbia, V9C 3Z3, Canada

Conversations in Colour

Experience the fusion of colour, form, and words in Margo Cooper's abstract figurative paintings. The abstract figurative paintings in this new exhibition by Margo Cooper encourage individual interpretation and emotional response, with titles that suggest themes without prescribing meaning. The show's title, Conversations In Colour, reflects both the vivid palette and an invitation to viewers

• Gage Gallery, 19 Bastion Square, Victoria, British Columbia, V8W 1J1, Canada

The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – Corre Alice

Soft blooms, drifting shadows and graceful movement come together in this captivating, new series by Corre Alice. With a palette that feels both grounded and luminous, Corre finds beauty in simple forms and shifting light. "When I paint flowers, it's with a light heart and gratitude for this world of ours. It's about colour and joy." – Corre Alice   Explore Corre's paintings on The Aven

• 2184 Oak Bay Avenue, Victoria, British Columbia, V8R 1G3, Canada

Education Series : Analog & DIY Cinema Night

CineVic’s second instalment of the Education Series will be a demonstration on what YOU can create using analog film and DIY techniques. Local filmmaker, Rachel Evans, will talk you through CineVic’s newest Bolex camera and macro lenses, her experimentation process, and affordable ways to create your own 16mm films. Destroyed Cinema’s JP Meldrum will then follow with a chat on Victoria’s DIY film

• 1609 Blanshard Street, Victoria , British Columbia, V8W 2J5, Canada

All Paintings Great and Small

From nature to abstract theres something for everyone! Artwork paintings prints cards and lots more!

• Artsea, Sidney, British Columbia, V8L 1T3, Canada

Summer Exhibition Celebration

Summer Exhibition Celebration Friday, June 5 | 5-8pm Join us as we celebrate the launch of a new season of exhibitions at the Gallery! Free event. Everyone is welcome. Summer Exhibition Celebration | Art Gallery of Greater Victoria Image Credit: Alexa Hatanaka, On the Land, 2019, hand carved and hand printed linocut on washi from Kashiki Seishi, starch-strengthened and sewn, 122 x

• Art Gallery of Greater Victoria, 1040 Moss St, Victoria, British Columbia, V8V 4P1, Canada

TD JazzFest: DJABE

Hungarian fusion pioneers Djabe have been redefining world jazz since their formation in 1995. Blending progressive jazz and rock, Hungarian folk motifs, and global rhythms, the ensemble has earned international acclaim, including Hungary’s prestigious eMeRTon Award and multiple “Best Jazz Album” honours in their home country. Over three decades, Djabe has become one of Central Europe’s most iconi

• 751 View St, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

18th Annual Fernwood Art Stroll 2025

11am - 4pm May 30 & 31  Again this year, a group of artists and creatives in the greater Fernwood area are opening their studios, homes and gardens to visitors.  This year there are 20 locations in both Fernwood and Oaklands, featuring more than two dozen artists showing a wide variety of local art. There will be paintings, both abstract and realistic, ceramics, jewelry, garden art, print

• Fernwood & Oaklands, Victoria, BC

WRIT LARGE Art Exhibition

Three Victoria artists present Writ Large - Contemporary Works on Paper Three Victoria artists draw on their pasts as professional writers and editors to exhibit a collection of large-format works inspired by the emotional and intellectual energy of written language. Georgina Montgomery, Louise Oborne, and MaryLou Wakefield use words and text as part of their visual language to amplify a

• arc.hive artist run centre, 770-B Hillside Ave, Victoria, BC, Canada

The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – Michael King

The Avenue Gallery is thrilled to welcome Michael King, a contemporary landscape painter whose work balances representation and abstraction through expressive brushwork, strong visual design, and a refined sense of atmosphere. Rooted in a dedicated plein air practice, his paintings begin outdoors through direct engagement with the landscape before evolving into larger studio works. Influenced

• 2184 Oak Bay Avenue, Victoria, British Columbia, V8R 1G3, Canada

'Pieces of Me' ~ Art by Carol Bednarski

‘Pieces of Me’ showcases a broad body of work including; abstract and traditional landscapes, florals and seascapes done in an abstract/imprssionist style. These energetic pieces are full of life, colour and texture and will delight the senses. “My hope is that my art will spark some joy and surprise in the viewer and that they will have an emotional response.”

• 9565 5th Street, Sidney, British Columbia, Canada

Inspired Writing Night at Gage Gallery

As part of a new exhibition by Margo Cooper, come to Gage on June 16 to sit in an open, welcoming space and be inspired by the colourful artwork. Margo's abstract figurative paintings encourage interpretation and emotional response, with titles that suggest themes without prescribing meaning.  Pick a prompt, write a few lines.  Free admission, light refreshments Margo believes in th

• Gage Gallery, 19 Bastion Square, Victoria, British Columbia, V8W 1J1, Canada

Opening Reception: Summer Small Works Show & Sale

Art Rental + Sales presents the Summer Small Works Show & Sale, celebrating artists local to the Vancouver Island area. Join us for the Opening Reception on Thursday, June 18, from 5-8pm, with artists in attendance.  Browse a huge selection of artworks at accessible price points, and raise a glass to local artists in celebration of this annual Show & Sale. Admission to Art Rental + Sa

• Art Gallery of Greater Victoria, 1040 Moss St, Victoria, British Columbia, V8V 4P1, Canada

The Avenue Gallery – Feature Artist – Mary-Jean Butler

Mary-Jean Butler's new oil paintings reflect the rugged landscape of British Columbia's coastline. Her education in both fine art and graphic design play a strong role in the stylization of her work.   The focus of my work is the exploration of looking inward when interpreting the landscape, the opposition of different forms, lines and colour to intensify each element's dynamic proper

• 2184 Oak Bay Avenue, Victoria, British Columbia, V8R 1G3, Canada

TD JazzFest: Jean-Michel Plic Trio

Paris-born Justin Time Recording Artist and pianist Jean-Michel Pilc is internationally revered for his fearless improvisational language and philosophical approach to music-making. Over a career spanning more than 30 years, Pilc has released over a dozen albums as a leader and has performed with numerous jazz giants such as Roy Haynes, Michael Brecker, Marcus Miller, Kenny Garrett, Chris Potter,

• Encore by Paparazzi, Victoria, BC

TD JazzFest 2026: Miles Electric Band (Celebrating 100 Years of Miles Davis)

Experience the explosive sound of Miles Davis’ electric era brought to life by an all-star ensemble. This powerful tribute reimagines the groundbreaking fusion period with driving grooves, deep improvisation, and electrifying energy, celebrating the music that reshaped jazz and continues to influence generations of musicians today.

• 805 Broughton St, Victoria, British Columbia, V8W 1E5, Canada

TD JazzFest: Slim Sandy's Atomic Cocktails

Venue has a minimum per person charge. Call venue for details: 250-380-4458. Western swing revivalists Slim Sandy’s Atomic Cocktails have been delighting audiences for decades with their vintage-inspired blend of jump blues, swing, and rockabilly. Fronted by singer-guitarist Slim Sandy, they have toured all over the USA, Europe, and at festivals across Canada. Kn

• 463 Belleville St, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

TD JazzFest: Cameron Bandshell

Cameron Bandshell is a free performance at Beacon Hill Park that will feature Owen Chow Quartet, Victoria Conservatory Metro Quintet, Anise Russow, Angela Verbrugge, The Soul Shakers, and the Checo & The Sweet Soul Shakers. All events are free to watch and are suitable for all ages!

• 250 Bridge Way, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

TD JazzFest: Ron Di Lauro Sextet "kind of blue"

For Miles Davis’s 100th anniversary, Montreal trumpeter Ron Di Lauro brings a masterful tribute to Kind of Blue, the landmark recording by Miles Davis that forever reshaped modern jazz. A seasoned performer and educator with decades of experience, Di Lauro has appeared on numerous Canadian jazz recordings and is celebrated for his warm tone and lyrical phrasing. This special project revisits the m

• 1415 Broad St, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

TD JazzFest: Elysia Biro

Raised in the wilds of Vancouver Island, 26-year-old Elysia Biro (pronounced Eh-lee-sha Bee-row) is a technically gifted singer, songwriter, and pianist. A student of classical piano at age 4, Biro began writing her own music at 13 while teaching herself how to play jazz by ear after being inspired by the genre’s improvisational free form. After receiving her diploma in classical piano from the Ro

• Studio 919, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

TD JazzFest: Robert Lee Group

The Robert Lee Group is a unique project consisting of original compositions inspired by Korean folk stories and poetry, spanning various fantasy and romantic narratives. Led by Toronto-based emerging upright bassist, composer and bandleader Robert Lee, the project aims to develop an artistic identity founded in the emotional provocation of jazz and improvised music while exploring and implementin

• 1415 Broad St, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

TD JazzFest: David Santana Trio

Fathom Lounge at Hotel Grand Pacific has a minimum per person charge. Call venue for details: 250-380-4458 Now living in Victoria, Chilean/Canadian guitarist and composer David Santana has an exciting and modern sound, blending jazz with world music, among other styles. His music is rooted in the tradition of Wes Montgomery and Charlie Parker, with more contempor

• 463 Belleville St, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

TD JazzFest: Kristin Korb Trio

Bassist and vocalist Kristin Korb is celebrated worldwide for redefining the bass-and-voice format. A protégé of the legendary Ray Brown, Korb has sustained a three-decade international career spanning the United States and Europe. With more than a dozen albums as leader, including Sweet Dreams (2024) where she celebrates all things Eurythmics and Annie Lennox, she has performed on countless addit

• 1415 Broad St, Victoria, BC

TD JazzFest 2026: BEATrio (Béla Fleck, Edmar Castañeda & Antonio Sánchez)

Three masters from different musical worlds come together for a breathtaking collaboration. Banjo innovator Béla Fleck, harp virtuoso Edmar Castañeda, and drummer Antonio Sánchez create a bold, genre-defying sound that blends jazz, world, classical, and improvisation into a virtuosic, high-energy performance full of surprise, texture, and musical conversation.

• 805 Broughton St, Victoria, British Columbia, V8W 1E5, Canada

TD JazzFest: Brandon Woody's Upendo

Baltimore-born Bach Brass-endorsed trumpeter and composer Brandon Woody is one of the most compelling young voices in jazz. A graduate of the Peabody Conservatory, Woody has spent the past decade cultivating a sound rooted in spiritual jazz and Black American improvisational traditions. His ensemble, Upendo, reflects his commitment to collective uplift and deep listening. Hailed by The New York Ti

• Studio 919, Victoria, BC

TD JazzFest 2026: An Evening with Pink Martini

Now in its 31st year, the unstoppable engine of joy that is Pink Martini continues to bring founder Thomas Lauderdale’s mission of multi-cultural connection and inclusion to concert stages on six continents. Presenting a mélange of catchy old-fashioned pop, global color, foot-tapping big band sound, and Hollywood glamour, Oregon’s most famous “little orchestra” performs music that appeals to every

• 805 Broughton St, Victoria, British Columbia, V8W 1E5, Canada

TD JazzFest: Isaiah Collier "Collier plays Coltrane"

Chicago saxophonist and self-described “Sonic Scientist” Isaiah Collier has emerged as one of the most dynamic torchbearers of contemporary jazz. Among his many honors, Collier has been named a Steve Jobs Archive Fellow, “Chicagoan of the Year in Jazz” (2024), and was featured on the front cover of DownBeat Magazine, the world’s oldest jazz publication, in addition to being named Rising Star Tenor

• Studio 919, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

TD JazzFest: François Bourassa Quartet

Montréal pianist and composer François Bourassa stands among Canada’s most celebrated modern jazz artists. A multiple Félix Award winner and JUNO nominee with eleven albums under his belt, he has built an international reputation for lyrical composition, rhythmic sophistication, and seamless ensemble interplay. His album L’impact du silence (2022) and his latest release Swirl (2023) showcase his q

• 1415 Broad St, Victoria, BC

TD JazzFest: Mark Lettieri Group

Texas-based five-time GRAMMY-winning guitarist, composer, producer, and instructor Mark Lettieri is one of modern groove music’s defining voices. Best known as a longtime member of the genre-blurring collective Snarky Puppy, as well as a founding member of The Fearless Flyers alongside Cory Wong, Lettieri has built an international reputation as a session musician proficient in a multitude of styl

• 751 View St, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

TD JazzFest: Erin Propp

Venue has a minimum per person charge. Call venue for details: 250-380-4458 As a JUNO-nominated, WCMA-winning recording artist, Winnipeg-born Erin Propp has established herself as a mainstay in the Manitoba music scene and is known across Canada for her authentic interpretation of melody within the jazz genre. Blending atmospheric textures, folk lyricism, and mod

Funk N' Soul in the Township - TD Victoria International JazzFest (SNACKTIME, SHEBAD, GEMINICRAB)

Philadelphia’s beloved seven-piece soul/funk/alternative band SNACKTIME began in 2020, performing free concerts in the state’s Rittenhouse Square to huge crowds. Since then, they have emerged as a force to be reckoned with, selling out headlining shows and supporting tours for artists such as Portugal. The Man, Fitz & The Tantrums, Nathaniel Rateliff, and more. This is funky, feel-good brass a

• 527 Fraser St., Esquimalt, British Columbia, V9A 6H6, Canada

Victorian Picnic

Join us for a family-friendly Victorian picnic at McRae House! Bring your own picnic and step back into 1901 and experience life at historic McRae House. Period costumes encouraged! Enjoy music, guided house tours, Victorian lawn games & tarot readings*, snacks*, refreshments*, and raffle baskets*. There will be a shuttle service available from Cedar Hill Recreation Centre. *Ple

• 1445 Ocean View Rd, Victoria, British Columbia, V8P 1J8, Canada

TD JazzFest: Bullen Park

Bullen Park Esquimalt free shows will feature Vancouver Island Dynamite, The Redwood Twins, Swang Thang!, Tight Hair, Pablo Cardenas' West Coast Cuban Orchestra, and The Midnights. These shows are appropriate for all ages!

• 527 Fraser St, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

Funk N' Soul in the Township - TD Victoria International JazzFest (Etran de L'Aïr, Wesli)

Etran de L’Aïr (or “stars of the Aïr,” the mountainous region of Northern Niger) welcomes you to Agadez, the capital city of Saharan rock and desert blues. Beloved for their dynamic repertoire of hypnotic solos and sun-schlazed melodies, Etran stakes out a place for Agadez guitar music. Whereas other Tuareg guitarists look to Western rock, Etran de L’Aïr play in a pan-African style that is emblema

• 527 Fraser St., Esquimalt, British Columbia, V9A 6H6, Canada

Funk N' Soul in the Township - TD Victoria International JazzFest (The Rumble f. Big Chief Joseph Boudreaux Jr., James Vickers Band)

New Orleans’ GRAMMY-nominated supergroup The Rumble is more than just a band — it’s an opportunity to be immersed in a wholly unique facet of New Orleans culture. Composed of Second Chief Joseph Boudreaux Jr. of the Golden Eagles, trumpeter Aurélien Barnes, trombonist José Maize Jr., bassist TJ Norris, guitarist Ari Teitel, keyboardist Andriu Yanovski, and drummer Trenton O’Neal, they fuse iconic

• 527 Fraser St., Esquimalt, British Columbia, V9A 6H6, Canada