Join our hero on a fantastical journey where the audience is the author. Inspired by fantasy fan favourites like The Princess Bride, Labyrinth and Lord of the Rings, our new show Tall Tales: The Quest Is Up to You! will whisk audiences off to a faraway land where laughs and larks abound. What happens along the way? It’s up to […]
Calling all art enthusiasts and pottery lovers! Come meet Circle Craft ceramic artist Jane McDougall at an exclusive Pop Up event Friday and Saturday June 30th - July 1st. Paying homage to past eras, Jane crafts each piece as a work of art both functional and never too precious to be used and enjoyed. Be […]
Canada Day celebrations this year include events and specials at the Kids Market, Lobsterman, Opus Art Supplies, Lee’s Donuts, and a cake cutting ceremony in the Public Market Courtyard. Other performances include the False Creek Ferries Water Ballet of the Ferry Landing at 9:15 AM, and performances by the Vancouver International Jazz Festival all day […]
This juried exhibition welcomes artists from around the world to respond to annually rotating themes and prompts. This year's theme is "recovery" and artists have torn this theme up. From pieces that show how art can heal, to works that explore recovery from addictions, mental health, and physical injuries, to pieces inspired by different cultural […]
This week we are excited to welcome back Mikel Grant Jewellery from Sechelt on the Sunshine Coast! Each piece of jewellery is handcrafted with care and attention to detail in classic designs made to celebrate your journey. Come meet the artist from Thursday July 6th - Sunday July 9th in the Circle Craft Store in […]
Join us for an extraordinary journey into the realms of inter/dependence at the 13th Annual Indian Summer Festival, set to take place from July 6-16th in Vancouver. Prepare to immerse […]
For the first time, False Creek Racing Canoe Club is offering a fun way for youth and adults to stay active in our Sunset Drop-in or Saturday Drop-in Dragon Boat Sessions! We will be on beautiful False Creek in a safe and fun environment learning the technique of dragon boat paddling during a picturesque sunset! […]
Come one, come all to FOOLS AT PLAY, a clown spectacular on Granville Island, presented by Axis Theatre Company and Granville Island. A celebration of nonsense, silliness and complete absurdity, this family-friendly Clown Cabaret marks the final showcase of works created and performed by Axis’ CLOWN TURN CREATION intensive participants.
New Works proudly presents All Over the Map, a free series of outdoor dance and music performances which will take place on Granville Island this summer! In partnership with CMHC […]
Inner Sanctum Glassworks is the brainchild of glass artist Jeff Burnette, who has been fascinated with glass since his early days playing with marbles. Jeff has spent years challenging and […]
Join us for a queer printmaking group show opening this Friday July 21st from 6PM - 9PM in the project spaces at 1555 Duranleau Street. The exhibiton is open to […]
New member Soma Mo will be in the store from July 27th to 30th, showcasing her stunning jewellery. Trained under a jewellery Master in Tibet, Soma returns annually to hone […]
An exhibition and artist talk by Revelstoke ceramist Kaisa Lindfors exploring memory & experience. Lindfors presents a new body of work that includes a series of vessels that are painted […]
Get ready to explore a whole new dimension of art with RADD Resin and Pipe Design. This talented local couple masterfully combines resin, wood, and even pipes to create stunning […]
Beauty is in the eye of the ogre in Shrek The Musical JR., based on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks Animation film and fantastic Broadway musical. It's a "big bright beautiful world" […]
We look forward to welcoming back Canoe Cultures for their third year of programming on Granville Island. Canoe Cultures is an Indigenous lead organization, dedicated to the art and culture of the canoe, and the artists who create them. They present visual and performing arts as their primary means of transmitting Indigenous culture and communicating […]
Circle Craft is thrilled to have new member artist Keith Kerrigan Pop Up at Circle Craft from Friday, August 11th to Sunday, August 13th. Keith was born into a family of Haida artists and started his training with his family as a teenager. Keith has also served on the Board of Governors of Emily Carr […]
Kids as young as 18 months are invited to practice riding our balance bikes in a fun interactive riding course! We also provide helmets — kids just need to show up!
Come to our upcoming Pop Up event featuring jewellery artist Chi Cheng Lee from Chi's Creations! Her work is inspired by a lifetime of cross-cultural experiences and exposure to art, resulting in gorgeous, timeless pieces of art. You'll have the opportunity to meet her in person, see her work up close, and maybe even learn […]
Ctrl:N immerses the audience in an interactive co-creation with dancer and choreographer Audrey Gaussiran. Accompanied by a musician and a digital artist, she engages in a dialogue with the spectators who, armed with their phones, are invited to share their original ideas by sending text messages directly projected on a screen. They thus influence the […]
We are absolutely delighted to have a special Pop Up event with Suzu An Jewelry Thursday Aug 23rd to Sunday Aug 27th! Suzanne Squires’ enamel and resin pieces are true works of art, crafted from fine silver or bronze and each featuring a unique miniature painting with its own story. You won't find jewellery like […]
Claudine Gévry is a multidisciplinary artist who dreams of creating a magical world where the vicissitudes of life are replaced with surprise and delight. Claudine's jewelry is constructed using materials not traditionally seen in the practice such as steel, aluminum, LED lights & upcycled materials. Joining the Circle Craft Cooperative in 2023, this will be […]
A transformational experience in self expression and creativity, disguised as a sculpture workshop. This course is for artists and aspiring artists of all skill and experience levels. Although there is […]
Pushing the limits of performing arts in true Fringe fashion, Vancouver Fringe returns for 2023 with 85+ blistering new acts from Sep 7 – 17. From emerging local artists to […]
Join Arts Umbrella on Saturday, September 9, 2023, from 10:00 AM until 3:00 PM for an Open House and Registration Fair! This event will take place at 1400 Johnston Street, Granville Island and tours will take place at 10:00 AM, 12:00 PM, and 2:00 PM. Questions? Email Student Services at [email protected] or call 604 681 5268.
Show me the funny! The Fictionals and The Improv Centre invite you to get horrible with Improv Against Humanity on Wednesday, September 13! Some of the funniest performers from around Vancouver are bringing Cards Against Humanity to life in #IAHatTIC. Using the hit party game as inspiration, they will create twisted and hilarious scenes for […]
We are selling gently used adult and kids’ books, puzzles, board games, and video games for a fundraiser for False Creek Racing Canoe Club. Come one, come all to check out our great prices on some great reads and help us raise funds for much needed equipment for our programs.
Let us deliver you to the dark side! With comedy and allure, loving detail, and hilarious parody, The Empire Strips Back drops classic Star Wars characters into the world of burlesque. Be prepared for some seriously sultry Stormtroopers, a dangerously enticing Boba Fett, some tantalizing Twi'leks, a delightfully luke-warm Taun Taun, a lady-like Skywalker, the […]
Step into a realm where creativity and friendship converge, as we proudly present Sea of Small Change, a dynamic group exhibition featuring seven remarkable women artists, each of whom was challenged […]
Place is a solo trilogy of cities, interpreted by Rosanna Terracciano, with choreography by Myriam Allard (Montréal), Juan Carlos Lérida (Barcelona) and Terracciano: CALGARY: a ghost story of love and […]
Go on a Date with Culture and enjoy a variety of live events, demonstrations, and the best of local talent. Makers, Artists & Artisans demonstrate their incredible talents, in unique […]
Ballet BC invites you to an exciting open studio rehearsal as the company prepares for its tour to the Fall for Dance Festivals in New York City and Toronto. Get an intimate, behind-the-scenes look into the rehearsal process at their new studios, followed by a Q & A session with Ballet BC company artists. Open […]
This 90-minute show features 11 dynamic performers from Vancouver, Cuba, and Mexico. Featuring traditional flamenco and Spanish Latin songs performed in a Cuban style with a Flamenco touch.
The Sprint Development Regatta is a fun canoe and kayak race for youth and adults new to the competitive disciplines of the sport. Come watch our future Olympians as they team up to earn the Development Team title in Alder Bay.
Expect the unexpected as intriguing and exhilarating dances pop up in unusual spaces across Granville Island. In celebration of New Works 30th Anniversary, Pop Up Dances will feature 30 performances […]
A showcase of some of BC’s most acclaimed Flamenco artists including Flamenco Rosario as part of the Vancouver International Flamenco Festival. We are pleased to present the work of Vancouver […]
With this explosive and visceral show, La Otra Orilla (Montreal) wipes the slate clean and returns to its roots, to the foundations of the art of flamenco. RITE is the […]
Ballet BC invites you to participate in an enriching Movement and Expressive Arts Workshop. Discover the power of the moving body and your own relationship to the language of the arts in this creative and explorative session. Led by dance facilitator and Ballet BC Outreach Manager, Heather Myers, the workshop is open to all and […]
Hitting the Vancouver Stage for the first time in over five years, Blue i Radio presents Danny and the Deep Blue Sea, an Apache Dance by John Patrick Shanley. This is an emotionally charged and thought-provoking play. It explores the profound connection between two wounded souls, Danny and Roberta, as they negotiate their struggles and […]
It’s 1975 and the Diamond Disco is all abuzz as it’s time for their annual disco-til-you-drop-a-thon. Everyone is ready to boogie to the max to win that MAJOR cash prize…but could this disco be their last? This WHODUNNIT is full of hilarious hijinks inspired by YOUR suggestions. In fact… YOU might be the one to solve […]
On September 30th, all Arts Umbrella students, families, and friends are invited and encouraged to join them for a meaningful day of reflection and education. Activities and talks will be age-appropriate and led by Indigenous artists and knowledge keepers. Drop-in activities run from 10am to 3pm; lectures and activities that require reservations are available on […]
Donald Margulies’ Time Stands Still focuses on Sarah and James, a photojournalist and a foreign correspondent trying to find happiness in a world that seems to have gone crazy. Theirs is a partnership based on telling the toughest stories, and together, making a difference. But when their own story takes a sudden turn, the adventurous couple confronts […]
The Granville Island Turkey Trot is a hallmark event for Granville Island and the Vancouver running community. The annual event brings together runners in a celebration of Thanksgiving, demonstrating our community of running, our gratitude for the sport, and our commitment to supporting others. This scenic and fast 10KM race starts at Granville Island and […]
Introducing AMOR RENATUS (Rebirth of Love), new album release concert tour from the acclaimed cellist and composer, Ian Maksin, who has been known for his unique way of pushing the boundaries of cello and contemporary music. This concert features a collection of original instrumental compositions for cello, powerfully augmented into virtual orchestra through the use […]
Celebrate the 36th year of the Vancouver Writers Fest! Over 115 authors appearing in-person at over 80 events across Granville Island. Events for students, youth, families, and adults, including events […]
CMHC-Granville Island would like to acknowledge that we are located on the traditional territory of the xʷməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish) and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) First Nations.
