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Sama-Sama Video Launch and Art Exhibit on Anti-Racism

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Sharing stories and experiences of anti-racism in Alberta and perspectives on how to raise awareness and act together towards a more inclusive future.

DEADLINE: April 30, 2026 - 5:00 pm

Spring It On (Alberta Printmakers)

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Want to do something for mom? How about have an afternoon of printing cards together?

DEADLINE: May 9, 2026 - 4:00 pm

Bloom Opening Party & Exhibition

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Canadian artist Brandi Hofer presents Bloom, Everything is Temporary, a new exhibition exploring themes of impermanence, transformation, and emotional memory through layered mixed-media portraiture.

DEADLINE: July 24, 2026 - 4:00 pm

Printmaking Sampler

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Join Alberta Printmakers to learn 4 different print techniques! No experience required!

DEADLINE: May 23, 2026 - 5:00 pm

Call for Workshop Proposals 

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Alberta Craft is seeking artists to lead engaging, hands-on, craft-focused workshops

DEADLINE: May 15, 2026 - 11:59 pm

Dance with Us! (Good Women Dance Collective)

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Good Women Dance Collective runs weekly contemporary dance classes, lead by GWDC artists or a guest artist!

DEADLINE: May 15, 2026 - 5:00 pm

Work of the Week celebrates World Art Day 2026

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World Art Day, observed on April 15, is a celebration to promote the development, diffusion and enjoyment of art.

Book Launch and Signing: Fairy Tales for Hopeless Girls

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Rena Joy, author of Almost Loved, is back again with a second collection, Fairy Tales for Hopeless Girls. Join her for an afternoon of poetry at Indigo Bookstore, Westside Edmonton.

DEADLINE: May 3, 2026 - 3:00 pm

FREE Open Studio Q&A with Evan Brien at KOAC

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Please join us at the Kiyooka Ohe Arts Centre (KOAC) in Calgary for a special Open Studio Q&A with our April Artist-in-Residence, Evan Brien.

DEADLINE: April 26, 2026 - 4:00 pm

LAYERS: The 2026 MacEwan Design Portfolio Show

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On behalf of the MacEwan University Design program, we are pleased to invite you to the Opening Reception of our annual Portfolio Show and to introduce this year's graduating class to the Edmonton design community.

DEADLINE: May 9, 2026 - 5:00 pm