Arts and Culture District

ARTIVISM 2023: Madness in the Masses

ARTIVISM 2023: Madness in the Masses

From September 6 to October 19, UBC ARTIVISM delved into the magic and chaos of the “Madness of the Masses” festival, as we unlocked the hidden realms of imagination, where the power of the people manifested in fantastical art forms, and challenged the confines of a capitalist system. Presented by UBC Arts and Culture District […]

10 Arts events not to miss in October 2023

10 Arts events not to miss in October 2023

In October, join Arts Prof Talks to learn about fairy tales and climate action, watch Metropolis reworked with a new original score, and see the UBC Symphony Orchestra in action.

10 Arts events not to miss in September 2023

10 Arts events not to miss in September 2023

In September, participate in events celebrating and welcoming you to the new school year. Plus, don’t miss Come Toward the Fire, a festival celebration of Indigenous culture and community presented by the Chan Centre and xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam).

Arts events not to miss this Summer

Arts events not to miss this Summer

Check back in as we update this story with new and upcoming events throughout Summer 2023!

10 Arts events not to miss in April 2023

10 Arts events not to miss in April 2023

This April, meet Dean Clare Haru Crowston for coffee and cookies, attend the International Comic Arts Forum, and join an Earth Day celebration at the Belkin Art Gallery! Coffee & Cookies with Dean Clare Wednesday, April 5 | 11:00am | Arts Student Centre Tickets: Free; RSVP required Join Dean Clare Haru Crowston for coffee, tea […]

10 Arts events not to miss in March 2023

10 Arts events not to miss in March 2023

This month, don’t miss exciting musical and theatre performances, a Wikipedia Edit-A-Thon, and a rare opportunity to see the Museum of Anthropology on a behind-the-scenes tour!

10 Arts events not to miss in February 2023

10 Arts events not to miss in February 2023

This February, participate in Climate Week at UBC, experience the revolutionary Black Futures performance at the Chan Centre, and attend a wide range of theatre productions, workshops and screenings from the Arts community.

Arts events not to miss in January 2023

Arts events not to miss in January 2023

This January, kick off the new year with a variety of musical and theatre performances, academic and career workshops, and a new Belkin exhibition. 

7 Arts events not to miss in December 2022

7 Arts events not to miss in December 2022

Celebrate the end of the year with a variety of Arts events! Discover how music and coding intersect, watch an opera performance of Hansel and Gretel, cuddle up with bunnies, and much more.

10 Arts events not to miss in November 2022

10 Arts events not to miss in November 2022

This November, take part in an amazing race for Thrive month, experience classic video game and film soundtracks played live at the Chan Centre, and enjoy a variety of theater productions, wellbeing workshops, and screenings from the Arts community.