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If its about the arts in the Comox Valley, we've got it. And if you're about the arts, join us!

"We support, promote and celebrate our vibrant, inclusive arts community by collecting and disseminating information, educating the public about the arts, and promoting the Comox Valley as a creative and dynamic arts producing center."

08/27/2026

TOMORROW. THE PLAZA. SEE YOU THERE. 🌈

Friday, August 28 | 5–9 PM | Downtown Courtenay Plaza

PULSE ON THE PLAZA: PRIDE PARTY — the season finale, and the launch of Pride Weekend in the Comox Valley.
Free admission. All ages.

YOUR FULL LINE-UP:
🎤 Q***r As Funk — 7-piece brass band headliner
🎸 Mean Bikini
🎶 Devours
🎙️ Hosted by Patty Savard
🎨 CVAG Make Art Stations
🖨️ Screen printing with Andy MacDougall
🌈 Facepainting
✨ Evan & Heidi's Kaleidoscope
💌 Love Poems for Strangers
🎭 Tickle Trunk
📖 Human Library
♻️ Upcycle Craft Table
🧵 Community Quilt
🍴 Food on the Plaza

Pulse on the Plaza: Pride Party is the season finale of Pulse on the Plaza, presented by Comox Valley Arts (CV/Arts) in partnership with the Comox Valley Art Gallery (CVAG), Downtown Courtenay BIA, Elevate and Q***r Centre Comox Valley. With sponsor support from the Comox Valley Community Foundation, the City of Courtenay , Catherine Worthy - Oakwyn Realty Ltd - Vancouver Island Realtor, the Comox Valley Airport (YQQ), Comox United Church's Affirming Ministry, the Comox United Church, the Comox Valley Unitarians and The Old House Hotel.

08/25/2026

Come stitch your voice into the vote!

Visit Microgrant recipient Nicole Bertram (owner and lead at The Spool Sewing Studio Downtown Courtenay) at Pulse on the Plaza this Friday, August 28, and help build our Community Quilt for the 2026 Municipal Election.

Sew a house-shaped panel and choose a colour for the issue that matters most to you — water, environment, arts & culture, housing, getting around, or finance — and add a short, positive message for the incoming city council to see. Only 26% of eligible voters cast a ballot in the last election. Let's change that. General voting day is October 17, 2026 — come craft your vision for our city, then go vote for it!

Friday, August 28 | 5–9 PM | Downtown Courtenay Plaza
Free admission — All ages

Pulse on the Plaza: Pride Party is the season finale of Pulse on the Plaza, presented by Comox Valley Arts (CV/Arts) in partnership with the Comox Valley Art Gallery (CVAG), Downtown Courtenay BIA, Elevate and Q***r Centre Comox Valley. With sponsor support from the Comox Valley Community Foundation, the City of Courtenay , Catherine Worthy - Oakwyn Realty Ltd - Vancouver Island Realtor, the Comox Valley Airport (YQQ), Comox United Church's Affirming Ministry, the Comox United Church, the Comox Valley Unitarians and The Old House Hotel.

08/24/2026

Registration is now open!

The CV/Arts After School Studio is officially open for registration.

Designed for young artists ages 8–11, this 8-week program is a place to experiment, make, explore, and follow big ideas through art.

Choose between:

Tuesdays: October 13 – December 1
Thursdays: October 15 – December 3

Our Early Bird rate is available now through September 5.

We can't wait to welcome a new group of curious young artists this fall.

Register here: comoxvalleyarts.com/programs/arts-learning/

08/23/2026

GET A POEM WRITTEN JUST FOR YOU 💌

Love Poems for Strangers returns to the Plaza for Pulse on the Plaza: Pride Party! Share a few words with the poet and walk away with something written just for you, on the spot.

Friday, August 28 | 5–9 PM | Downtown Courtenay Plaza
Free admission — All ages

📸 by Jenn Dykstra

Pulse on the Plaza: Pride Party is the season finale of Pulse on the Plaza, presented by Comox Valley Arts (CV/Arts) in partnership with the Comox Valley Art Gallery (CVAG), Downtown Courtenay BIA, Elevate and Q***r Centre Comox Valley. With sponsor support from the Comox Valley Community Foundation, the City of Courtenay , Catherine Worthy - Oakwyn Realty Ltd - Vancouver Island Realtor, the Comox Valley Airport (YQQ), Comox United Church's Affirming Ministry, the Comox United Church, the Comox Valley Unitarians and The Old House Hotel.

08/23/2026

Tomorrow's the day!

Registration for the CV/Arts After School Studio opens tomorrow, August 24 at 9AM.

Designed for young artists ages 8–11, this 8-week program is all about experimenting, making, exploring, and following big ideas through art.

Choose between:

Tuesdays: October 13 – December 1
Thursdays: October 15 – December 3

An Early Bird rate will be available from August 24 through September 5.

We can't wait to welcome a new group of curious young artists this fall. See you tomorrow!

Check out our website for more information: comoxvalleyarts.com/programs/arts-learning/

08/22/2026

STEP INSIDE THE KALEIDOSCOPE ✨

Evan & Heidi are bringing their kaleidoscope installation to the Plaza for Pulse on the Plaza: Pride Party — an interactive, colour-shifting experience you have to see (and step inside) for yourself.

Friday, August 28 | 5–9 PM | Downtown Courtenay Plaza
Free admission — All ages

Pulse on the Plaza: Pride Party is the season finale of Pulse on the Plaza, presented by Comox Valley Arts (CV/Arts) in partnership with the Comox Valley Art Gallery (CVAG), Downtown Courtenay BIA, Elevate and Q***r Centre Comox Valley. With sponsor support from the Comox Valley Community Foundation, the City of Courtenay , Catherine Worthy - Oakwyn Realty Ltd - Vancouver Island Realtor, the Comox Valley Airport (YQQ), Comox United Church's Affirming Ministry, the Comox United Church, the Comox Valley Unitarians and The Old House Hotel.

08/21/2026

Crit Club is back!

Join us for our Welcome Back Social on Thursday, September 24, 6–8 PM at Scott Bertram's Studio in Comox.

Bring one small, recently completed artwork, reconnect with local artists, and kick off a new season of creative conversations.

Suggested $10 donation to support Crit Club. Registration required.

Register here: comoxvalleyarts.com/programs/arts-innovation/

This project is funded in part by the City of Courtenay

08/21/2026

GET YOUR FACE PAINTED by Leigh 🌈

Facepainting is back for Pulse on the Plaza: Pride Party! Stop by and add a little extra colour before the sun goes down.

Friday, August 28 | 5–9 PM | Downtown Courtenay Plaza
Free admission — All ages

📸 by Jenn Dykstra

Pulse on the Plaza: Pride Party is the season finale of Pulse on the Plaza, presented by Comox Valley Arts (CV/Arts) in partnership with the Comox Valley Art Gallery (CVAG), Downtown Courtenay BIA, Elevate and Q***r Centre Comox Valley. With sponsor support from the Comox Valley Community Foundation, the City of Courtenay , Catherine Worthy - Oakwyn Realty Ltd - Vancouver Island Realtor, the Comox Valley Airport (YQQ), Comox United Church's Affirming Ministry, the Comox United Church, the Comox Valley Unitarians and The Old House Hotel.

08/20/2026

Pulse on the Plaza doesn’t happen without community support.

A huge thank you to the organizations and community partners who helped make this summer’s Pulse on the Plaza possible. Your support helps us bring free art, music, and community gathering spaces to downtown Courtenay.

We’re incredibly grateful to:

The Comox Valley Community Foundation
The City of Courtenay
Catherine Worthy – Oakwyn Realty
The Comox Valley Airport (YQQ)
Comox United Church’s Affirming Ministry
The Comox United Church
Comox Valley Unitarians
The Old House Hotel

Thank you for believing in the power of bringing people together through art, music, and community. We couldn’t do it without you!

Pulse on the Plaza: Pride
Friday, August 28 | 5–9 PM | Downtown Courtenay Plaza
Free admission — All ages

Pulse on the Plaza: Pride Party is the season finale of Pulse on the Plaza, presented by Comox Valley Arts (CV/Arts) in partnership with the Comox Valley Art Gallery (CVAG), Downtown Courtenay BIA, Elevate and Q***r Centre Comox Valley. With sponsor support from the Comox Valley Community Foundation, the City of Courtenay , Catherine Worthy - Oakwyn Realty Ltd - Vancouver Island Realtor, the Comox Valley Airport (YQQ), Comox United Church's Affirming Ministry, the Comox United Church, the Comox Valley Unitarians and The Old House Hotel.

08/20/2026

Meet Terri Stelfox, who is featured in the current CV/Arts + Tin Town Cafe Member’s Show up now until September 3rd.

Terri’s piece, “Undulating” stands out as an elegant, minimal piece and we are 100% for it.

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Tin Town Cafe will be closed from August 2–30. The exhibition will remain installed during the closure and will be available to view again when the cafe reopens on August 31, running through September 30.

The work on display is by current CV/Arts members, highlighting the depth and diversity of artistic practices across Comox Valley. From emerging artists to established makers, this micro-exhibition offers a glimpse into the ideas, materials, and creative voices shaping our region.

This partnership is rooted in a shared belief that art belongs in everyday spaces; woven into the places where we meet, connect, and spend time together.
Works for sale: 100% of sales go to artist with no commission. All sales inquiries go through CV/Arts. Reach out to [email protected]

Address

202-580 Duncan Avenue
Courtenay, BC
V9N2M7

Website

https://www.comoxvalleyarts.com/

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