Get drenched in Island Arts!
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Fine Art Exhibition
Dates: September 13-14, 2025 / Sat, 9am - 4pm / Sun, 9am - 4pm
Location: Lighthouse Community Centre
Details: The festival opens with a juried fine art exhibition featuring 22 exceptional Vancouver Island visual artists. Their work will span a variety of mediums, providing audiences an opportunity to engage with the artists and purchase unique, original pieces.
Live Performances
Dates: September 15-19 & September 22-26, 2025
Locations: Small community halls and venues along Hwy 19a, from Dashwood to Union Bay. Experience the intimacy of live performances in cozy, scenic venues that capture the essence of Lighthouse Country. Featuring a rotating program of music, spoken word, and theatre, these performances cater to small audiences of 20-60, creating a personal and memorable experience along with dances and a burlesque show.
Art Studio Tour
Dates: September 27-28, 2025
Locations: Private art studios from Dashwood to Union Bay
Details: The festival closes with an inspiring Open Studio Tour, inviting the public into 30 private art studios. This weekend provides a rare opportunity to see artists in their creative spaces, gain insights into their processes, and purchase unique works directly from the creators.
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**Experience 15 days of local, original art **
There are lots of volunteer positions during the festival dates 🙂
Contact us and let us know how you would like to contribute to this community based, volunteer run, Lighthouse Country showcase
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Join us to be part of this vibrant local art event!
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Route 19A Arts Festival is affiliated with the
Lighthouse Community Centre in Qualicum Bay.
This is an exciting celebration of creativity, culture, and community, set against the scenic backdrop of Route 19A from Dashwood to Union Bay.
This annual event brings together artists, musicians, performers, and audiences from across the region for a vibrant showcase of talent and a memorable experience for all involved.
