Thank you to all who attended our first event on Vancouver Island! We look forward to seeing you again.
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Brighten your summer with a colorful splash of local art crafts and music at the Summer in the Valley Arts Fest! This lively fair features the creative talents of local artisans tempting food truck treats and feel-good tunes from local musicians PLUS a Beer Garden!
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Browse paintings pottery photography jewelry and more from 120+ local artists and crafters
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Sway and sing along with live music performances on the main stage
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Enjoy a beer at the beer garden hosted by Red Arrow Brewing
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Grab a bite from gourmet food trucks with global flavors
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Fun for the whole family with prizes, and art activities for kids
Bring your friends and family to delight in the sights, sounds and flavors of this vibrant community celebration. The Summer Art Fair is the perfect summer weekend activity for art lovers, foodies, music fans, and anyone looking to support local talent and businesses.
The Summer in the Valley Arts Fest takes place on August 10th and 11th at the Cowichan Exhibition Park. Admission is free making it an accessible event for all. Come join the festivities and leave with handcrafted mementos made right in your own community!
CALL FOR ARTISTS & MAKERS
Join the art event of the summer! Held at the massive Cowichan Valley Exhibition Park, the Summer in the Valley Arts Fest is a new and exciting opportunity for BC artists and makers.
This event will feature over 120 local vendors, food trucks, a beer garden and live music. We are expecting a great crowd!
We're currently seeking local BC artists & makers of all kinds, ONLY A FEW SPACES REMAIN!
Live performances
Authentic Reggae Vibes @Sasquatchsound & Special guests Performing LIVE on August 10th
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August 11th is Open Mic at the Summer in the Valley Arts Fest!
Featuring:
(in order of appearance)
Jenny Duffy
Mayor McVey
Beverley McKeen
Kele Fleming
Join us for a day filled with music art and community vibes at the Cowichan Exhibition Park. Get ready to groove to the tunes of Sasquatch Sounds and guests while exploring unique art pieces from talented creators.
Grounds Maps
This event takes place in sections 1 and 2: Mellor Hall & Mulch Ring.
Mellor Hall is the large indoor space featuring our welcome station, a food court and booths 1-78, it is air conditioned.
Booths 79-94 are the covered area outside Mellor Hall.
Mulch Ring is the brownish area located in section 2. Here you will find the beer garden, live music, booths 113-128, and the food trucks. All ages are welcome!
Free parking can be found in section 1, or in section 3
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Check out our FB or Instagram Page to see the full lineup of Vendors
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