Mini Artists

Vernon Public Art Gallery 3228 31st Avenue, Vernon, British Columbia, Canada

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.

Riot on the Roof

Vernon Public Art Gallery 3228 31st Avenue, Vernon, British Columbia, Canada

Riot on the Roof’s goal is to promote youth involvement in the Okanagan art community by providing an opportunity for teenagers/young adults to view and participate in alternative forms of art and entertainment. Attendees will enjoy live music, live painting, art displays, interactive art activities, food vendors, and more.

$10 – $15

Riot on the Roof

Vernon Public Art Gallery 3228 31st Avenue, Vernon, British Columbia, Canada

Riot on the Roof’s goal is to promote youth involvement in the Okanagan art community by providing an opportunity for teenagers/young adults to view and participate in alternative forms of art and entertainment. Attendees will enjoy live music, live painting, art displays, interactive art activities, food vendors, and more.

$10 – $15

Mini Artists

Vernon Public Art Gallery 3228 31st Avenue, Vernon, British Columbia, Canada

Join us at the Vernon Public Art Gallery 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.

September 29 10:00 - 11:00 AM

Collage and Printmaking

This session will begin with a tour of the exhibition Illuminated Language, by Edmonton-based artist Dick Averns. This exhibition draws on multiple bodies of text-based art spanning over three decades of the artist's career. in response to the themes of the exhibition, we will be making collages and printmaking.

Mini Artists

Vernon Public Art Gallery 3228 31st Avenue, Vernon, British Columbia, Canada

Join us at the Vernon Public Art Gallery 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.

September 29 10:00 - 11:00 AM

Collage and Printmaking

This session will begin with a tour of the exhibition Illuminated Language, by Edmonton-based artist Dick Averns. This exhibition draws on multiple bodies of text-based art spanning over three decades of the artist's career. in response to the themes of the exhibition, we will be making collages and printmaking.

MiNiArT Exchange!

Vernon Public Art Gallery 3228 31st Avenue, Vernon, British Columbia, Canada

Do you have a mini masterpiece that's been longing for the spotlight? The Vernon Public Art Gallery will be home to Vernon's Free Little Art Gallery (FLAG) for one week - and it's mini-marvelous!

Imagine a pint-sized paradise for art lovers, where you can swap your small-scale creations for other tiny treasures. It's like a mini art exchange party!

Bring your mini artwork, whether it's a doodle, a miniature painting, or a tiny sculpture. No masterpiece is too small! Open the mini gallery door, place your mini marvel inside, and take a peek inside at the incredible mini artistry.

Swap your art for someone else's, and let the mini art community flourish!

So, what are you waiting for? Join the Vernon Public Art Gallery's miniature revolution today and let your creativity shine in the most charming way possible. After all, good things come in small packages!

MiNiArT Exchange!

Vernon Public Art Gallery 3228 31st Avenue, Vernon, British Columbia, Canada

Do you have a mini masterpiece that's been longing for the spotlight? The Vernon Public Art Gallery will be home to Vernon's Free Little Art Gallery (FLAG) for one week - and it's mini-marvelous!

Imagine a pint-sized paradise for art lovers, where you can swap your small-scale creations for other tiny treasures. It's like a mini art exchange party!

Bring your mini artwork, whether it's a doodle, a miniature painting, or a tiny sculpture. No masterpiece is too small! Open the mini gallery door, place your mini marvel inside, and take a peek inside at the incredible mini artistry.

Swap your art for someone else's, and let the mini art community flourish!

So, what are you waiting for? Join the Vernon Public Art Gallery's miniature revolution today and let your creativity shine in the most charming way possible. After all, good things come in small packages!

VPAG Crit Club

Vernon Public Art Gallery 3228 31st Avenue, Vernon, British Columbia, Canada

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.

VPAG Crit Club

Vernon Public Art Gallery 3228 31st Avenue, Vernon, British Columbia, Canada

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.

Mini Artists

Vernon Public Art Gallery 3228 31st Avenue, Vernon, British Columbia, Canada

Join us at the Vernon Public Art Gallery 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.

September 29 10:00 - 11:00 AM

Collage and Printmaking

This session will begin with a tour of the exhibition Illuminated Language, by Edmonton-based artist Dick Averns. This exhibition draws on multiple bodies of text-based art spanning over three decades of the artist's career. in response to the themes of the exhibition, we will be making collages and printmaking.

Mini Artists

Vernon Public Art Gallery 3228 31st Avenue, Vernon, British Columbia, Canada

Join us at the Vernon Public Art Gallery 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.

September 29 10:00 - 11:00 AM

Collage and Printmaking

This session will begin with a tour of the exhibition Illuminated Language, by Edmonton-based artist Dick Averns. This exhibition draws on multiple bodies of text-based art spanning over three decades of the artist's career. in response to the themes of the exhibition, we will be making collages and printmaking.

Halloween House Party

Vernon Public Art Gallery 3228 31st Avenue, Vernon, British Columbia, Canada

Get ready for the spookiest night of the year! The Vernon Public Art Gallery and Woolley & Co are teaming up to bring you the ultimate HALLOWEEN HOUSE PARTY! 

Join us on Saturday, October 28th at 8:00 PM at the Vernon Public Art Gallery for a night of frightful fun and entertainment. This Art After Dark event is not for the faint-hearted!

Dress to impress in your most creative and terrifying costumes, as we'll be awarding prizes for the best dressed! Whether you're a Barbie, a Ken, or an Allen this is your chance to show off your Halloween spirit. The costume contest will be run by VPAG partners in crime, Sauve Boutique: who has all your costume needs covered! Take a pop into their shop for the best vintage, original pieces that are sure to complete your Halloween look!

Take a look into your future with a tarot card reading by Pranic Forest, or create an original artwork inspired by the current exhibitions on view at the VPAG.

Get ready to dance the night away to the funky, groovy beats provided by DJ Covenant Lion!

Quench your thirst with our wickedly delicious cocktails sponsored by Okanagan Spirits Craft Distillery and enjoy some eerie delights from Two Sparrows Pizza & Catering food truck and VPAG candy bar. We promise, you won't leave hungry!

Tickets are officially live! Don't miss out on this old school Halloween House Party. Get ready for a night you'll never forget!

$20 – $35