The Vernon Community Arts Centre presents "Expressions of 2023", a collection of new works by members of the Arts Council of the North Okanagan.

From painting and prints to clay, glass and metal sculptures, this show celebrates the diversity of talent in our region and provides insight into what local artists are focusing on this year. Visitors will be able to vote for "Viewers Choice Award" where one artist will win a gift certificate to the VCAC. One voter will also win by random draw.

Expressions of 2023 runs June 2 thru July 4 and is open daily. 
Admission is free. 

The Monashee Arts Council and Village Gallery are excited to present Aging, Art and the Modern Elder. This Exhibition comes from 16 artists belonging to the North Okanagan Federation of Canadian Artists (NOFCA) who are themselves elders.

This exhibitions focus has been to educate the general community about aging, elderhood and ageism with an aim to change society’s attitude towards aging and mortality from one that where we try to avoid the signs of our own aging and mortality with a sense of dread and instead celebrate the opportunities and joys what can come with it.

Using a variety of mediums and styles each artist explores their own relationship with art and what it is to be an elder in these modern times.

In a time when the world is changing forever, there is one place where everyone can be free…
Welcome to the Kit Kat Club. Home to an intimate and electrifying Vernon premiere production of Kander & Ebb’s “CABARET.”
This is Berlin. Relax. Loosen up. Be yourself.

Opus Kelowna & Arts Council of the North Okanagan Present The Rail Trail Plein Air Event – Sunday, June 11,  9:00 am – 5:00 pm

Paint outdoors & explore nature with your brush in hand!

Starting at KM 0 of the beautiful Okanagan Rail Trail in Vernon and extending into Lake Country, artists will explore the trail and seek out a spot to paint for the day. This event is free and open to all ages and abilities. Prizes will be awarded in 4 groups: Experienced Artists, Emerging Artists, NEW Youth Artists, and People’s Choice. Bring your own art supplies and get ready for a day of plein air fun!!  At the end of the day, artists will gather at the Vernon Community Arts Centre for art jurying, prizes, and some light refreshments. FREE to join. 

Vernon Critique Club is a high school after school program committed to create a safe and caring environment for students to share their artwork with their peers.

Each third Thursday of the month, students will bring in a piece of art that is in process or complete, and receive a open discussion critique on their work by the group. Each critique session will also have a guest host who works within the art industry to speak about their experiences and offer their own critiques of the students artworks.

A group exhibition comprised of 20 textural fibre art pieces relating to the theme of Urban Nature will be on display from June 20 through to July 29, 2023. The exhibit has been prepared by members of Contextural a fibre art cooperative.

Contextural, a community of textile artists fostering a cooperative creative environment, supports the production of new artistic works, and has displayed this particular exhibit in various venues in Western Canada.

Urban nature is not just dedicated space such as public parks but other types of informal green spaces.
Our lives are enhanced by the green seedling skillfully pushing up through cracked concrete, the deer that crosses our path as we negotiate our way to work, the sparkle of the first snowfall, and the drip of the first signs of spring.

Canada Day Celebration in Polson Park on July 1st, 2023 - Mural Competition

Artists are invited to paint an 8 foot by 4 foot canvas to be used during Canada Day celebrations for a selfie area. We will provide all materials and you bring your creativity!  

Judging will be on June 23rd during the Polson Artisan Night Market and the winner will be announced.

Join us on the last Saturday of each month, Family Saturdays take place with an art project suitable for both little kids and big kids. Parents/guardians are also encouraged to participate and create their own works of art. The workshop begins promptly at 1 p.m., and families are welcome to stay for the whole session, from 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., or to depart sooner. All materials required for the workshops are provided. To ensure a space, please pre-register online.

Join the Caetani Centre in the beautiful estate gardens as they take you back to the Roaring 1920s when the Caetani family first arrived in Vernon. Decor will feature the Great Gatsby theme and they invite you to wear your best 1920s’ inspired outfit. Black and gold are the colour schemes for this event.

Join us on the last Friday of every month for a diverse exploration of art-making materials and art processes through age-appropriate art activities. We invite parents and guardians to bring their little ones under the age of 5 to explore art-making with non-toxic materials in this fun and social program that encourages creative self-expression while developing fine and gross motor skills and sensory awareness. Make sure you dress for the mess as all are invited to join in on the fun! Parents must accompany children for the duration of the session and admission is by donation.

In a country as vast as Canada, you'll find that each province, territory, region and community has it's own distinct culture and climate. So what does that mean for life in the Okanagan? We asked local artists to answer that question through art.  This exhibit uses a variety of artistic styles and mediums to explore everything from the landscape and wildlife to their favourite pastimes and culinary delights.

Okanagan Living runs July 8 to August 1, and is open daily to the public. Hours are Mon-Thurs 9-9, Fri-Sat 9-5, Sun 12-4.

Admission is free and donations are accepted should you wish to contribute to future community programming.

Join us on the last Friday of every month for a diverse exploration of art-making materials and art processes through age-appropriate art activities. We invite parents and guardians to bring their little ones under the age of 5 to explore art-making with non-toxic materials in this fun and social program that encourages creative self-expression while developing fine and gross motor skills and sensory awareness. Make sure you dress for the mess as all are invited to join in on the fun! Parents must accompany children for the duration of the session and admission is by donation.