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Live Lecture: Raincoast Chronicles: Fifth Five

the Courtenay and District Museum 207 4th St, Courtenay, BC, COURTENAY, BC, Canada

Join writer, editor and publisher Howard White for an in-person talk based on the recently released “Raincoast Chronicles: Fifth Five” 7pm, Tuesday, November 5th at the Courtenay and District Museum. Brimming with stories and images, this fascinating collection celebrates Harbour Publishing’s fifty-year commitment to recording the unique ways of life that have sprung from the […]

$5 – $6

The Great Canadian Craft Fair

Florence Filberg Centre 411 Anderton Avenue, Courtenay, BC

Immerse yourself in a uniquely Canadian craft fair experience, where maple leaves, cozy plaid patterns, and rustic charm come together to celebrate the rich heritage and creativity of Canada. From […]

$5.00

(Closing Nov 9th) Triple Vision: Three Artists, Mediums, and Visions of the McLoughlin Gardens

Pearl Ellis Gallery 1729 Comox Ave, Comox, BC, Canada

Pearl Ellis Gallery proudly presents Triple Vision: Three Artists, Mediums, and Visions of the McLoughlin Gardens. In July 2022, three artists participated in a week-long residency at the McLoughlin Gardens, a stunning ocean-side retreat located just north of the Comox Valley. Using glass, fiber art, and photography, they captured their unique interpretations of the forest, […]

Curated Comox Valley Winter Market

Native Sons Hall 360 Cliffe Ave, Courtenay, BC, Canada

Handcrafted artisan market featuring 40+ vendors from Vancouver Island

Giftables: A Holiday Pop-Up

Pearl Ellis Gallery 1729 Comox Ave, Comox, BC, Canada

Pearl Ellis Gallery Presents: Giftables: A Holiday Pop-Up For the first time, Pearl Ellis Gallery is thrilled to introduce Giftables: A Holiday Pop-Up, running from November 12th to November 23rd, […]

Free

YQQ + CVA Art Show Opening Event

Comox Airport (YQQ) 1250 Knight Road, Comox, BC V9M4H2

You are cordially invited to the grand opening event of the 2024-25 YQQ + CVA Arts & Culture Program show: Regeneration!  The opening will be held at the Comox Valley Airport (YQQ) on Thursday 14th November from 6:00 - 8:00 PM. Join us as we gather to celebrate the artists and take in their amazing work curated […]

Art Studio Clearance Sale

Lion's Den 1729 rear, Comox Ave, Comox, BC, Canada

Eight local artists will be offering original works of art at greatly reduced prices, up to 70% off. And 10% of sales will be donated to the Comox Valley Food Bank. This sale runs Nov. 16-17 from 10-4. It is in the Lion's Den, downstairs from the Pearl Ellis Gallery (entrance off of Nordin Street). […]

Free

Elasmosaur’s Birthday at the Courtenay & District Museum

the Courtenay and District Museum 207 4th St, Courtenay, BC, COURTENAY, BC, Canada

Courtenay’s Puntledge River elasmosaur, now BC’s provincial fossil emblem, is turning 80,000,036 this November! You’re invited to the party on Saturday, November 16th from 11:00 am - 2:00. While you’re here celebrating, check out the Dinosaurs of BC exhibit from the Royal BC Museum, now on display! There will be a complimentary cake, and Amy […]

By Donation

Comox Valley Singer Songwriters Circle

Artful the Gallery 526 Cumberland Rd, Courtenay, BC

The circles are a place for both new and experienced songwriters to come share new songs they are working on, or to dust off some old ones that may need some practice. We take turns going around the circle sharing one song at a time, and each artist can decide if they want others to […]

$10

Capt. Jeff

Artful the Gallery 526 Cumberland Rd, Courtenay, BC

Jeff Hartbower is a long time Comox Valley resident and he has been a central figure in the arts community here over the past 25 years. Jeff is most famously known for his folk art wood sculpture and assemblage pieces. He has found inspiration in everything from local politics, cultural anomalies and local artists. He […]

Free