Art Gallery Paint-In 2025
Mark your calendars! The 36th annual Art Gallery Paint-In returns to Victoria on Saturday, July 19, 2025.
One of the largest art festivals of its kind in Canada, this event features artists, activities, food and fun. This beloved festival draws 50,000 visitors annually to explore art along Moss Street and brings Vancouver Island artists together in celebration of art!
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Art Gallery Paint-In Schedule
ON THE STREET
11am – 4pm | Artists, activities and food on Moss Street. Over 170 Artists!
11am – 6pm | Family Friendly Beer Garden
IN THE GALLERY
11am – 6pm | Gallery Open – Admission by donation
11am – 6pm | Summer Small Works Show & Sale: Over 90 local artists in the Massey Sales Gallery (Art Rental + Sales)
11am – 6pm | Curator’s Corner – ask our curators about the art and exhibitions. They will also be roaming the Gallery all day.
CURATOR-LED EXHIBITION TOURS
1:00-1:30pm | A View From Here: Reimagining the AGGV Collections (Asian Art) by Dr. Heng Wu, AGGV Curator of Asian Art (in Mandarin)
2:00-2:30pm | A View From Here: Reimagining the AGGV Collections (Indigenous and Canadian Art) by Steven McNeil, AGGV Chief Curator & Director of Collections and Exhibitions
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Our Family-Friendly Beer Garden, presented by Shampoo Hair Bar, will be proudly serving beverages by:
Hoyne Brewing Co.
SeaCider Farm + Ciderhouse
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Interested in volunteering at the 36th annual Art Gallery Paint-In?
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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
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Are you an artist, or vendor participating at the Art Gallery Paint-In?
Access our Media Kit so you can spread the word on social media.
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Thanks to the generosity of our presenting sponsor, TD Bank Group, and our 2025 sponsors!
10 Acres Bistro Farm & Restaurants | Fizz Non-Alc Bottle Shop | Bosley’s by Pet Valu | The Parkside Hotel & Spa | Prestige Picture Framing Etcetera
Interested in volunteering at the Art Gallery Paint-In? Please click here for more information.
For general inquires about the Art Gallery Paint-In, please contact paint-in@aggv.ca
For sponsorship opportunities in support of a future Art Gallery Paint-In, please contact Megan Landels at mlandels@aggv.ca
