Art Gallery Paint-In

Mark your calendars! The 35th annual Art Gallery Paint-In returns to Victoria on Saturday July 20, 2024

One of the largest art festivals of its kind in Canada, this event features artists, activities, music, food and fun.  This beloved festival draws over 40,000 visitors annually to explore art along Moss Street and brings Vancouver Island artists together in celebration of art!
 
Paint-In Schedule: Saturday, July 20, 2024:
 
On the Street:
11am-4pm
Art on Moss Street – over 160 artists!
11am-6pm
Family-Friendly Beer Garden & Live Music
 
In the Gallery:
10am-6pm
Gallery Open – Admission by Donation
10am-6pm
Summer Small Works Show & Sale – over 70 local artists in the Massey Sales Gallery (Art Rental & Sales)
12pm-3:30pm
Curator-Led Tours
 
Curator-Led Tours Schedule:
12:00-12:30
A View From Here: Reimagining the AGGV Collections (Indigenous and Canadian Art) – by AGGV Chief Curator, Steven McNeil
1:00-1:30
A View From Here: Reimagining the AGGV Collections (Asian Art) – by AGGV Curator of Asian Art, Dr. Heng Wu (in English)
2:00-2:30
Generations: The Sobey Family and Canadian Art – by AGGV Chief Curator, Steven McNeil
3:00-3:30
A View From Here: Reimagining the AGGV Collections (Asian Art) – by AGGV Curator of Asian Art, Dr. Heng Wu (in Mandarin)
 
 
Paint-In Stage Lineup:
 
11:00-11:30        lək̓ʷəŋən Traditional Dancers
12:00-12:30       Sizzlers Fiddle Group
12:30-1:00         Ukes Misbehavin
1:15-1:45             Folklorico Latina
2:00-2:45           Freeze Frame
3:00-3:30          Veselka Dancers
3:45-4:15            Rob Fillo
4:30-5:00          Steph Macpherson
5:00-6:00          DJ Nova Jade
 
 
This year our Family-Friendly Beer Garden will be proudly serving beverages by:

Hoyne Brewing Co.
Phillips Brewing Malting & Co
SeaCider Farm + Ciderhouse
Vancouver Island Brewing 
 
 
Don’t forget to view our digital map so you can see exactly where our artists are located, right from your phone:
Paint-In Google Map
 
 
Check out our ‘How to Paint-In’ guide to get great tips on how to make the most of your day:
How to Paint-In
 

Interested in volunteering at the 35th annual Art Gallery Paint-In?
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Thanks to the generosity of our presenting sponsor, TD Bank Group, and our 2024 sponsors! 
 

 
     
 
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