SUMMER PULSE ON THE PLAZA
An exciting community arts event in Downtown Courtenay:
Taking place on the fourth Friday of July, August, and September, the Plaza in front of the Comox Valley Art Gallery will come alive with music, dancing, and art.
From 5:00 – 9:00pm, enjoy live performances by local bands and solo artists, hands-on art stations, and family-friendly dancing led by local instructors. Explore our current exhibition, featuring works by Diane Landry — CVAG will be open late just for you.
This event is designed to inspire and engage participants of all ages, celebrating local talent and community spirit.
Admission is free, so bring your friends and family for an unforgettable evening.
Let’s create a vibrant community pulse at CVAG Plaza this summer! We can’t wait to see you there and make memories together!
Event Highlights:
- Live Music – Enjoy performances by local bands and solo artists, showcasing a variety of musical genres.
- Exhibition – Featuring art by Diane Landry (until September 14), the gallery will be open late!
- Dancing – Family friendly dancing led by local instructors and facilitators.
- Make Art Activities – Screen printing and art-making stations suitable for all ages.
Whether you’re an art enthusiast, a performer, or simply looking to enjoy a fun night out with your neighbors, this event has something for everyone.
MAKE ART ACTIVITIES
Inspired by Pride and the current exhibition at CVAG, drop-in art-making opportunities will be available in front of the gallery from 5:00 – 9:00pm during Pulse on the Plaza on Friday, August 23:
- On-demand Screen Printing – Bring your own t-shirt (or other item of clothing) to be printed with designs that relate to Pride and the current exhibition at the gallery. Designs are created by CVAG student intern Naia Lisch. Andy MacDougall from Wachiay Studio will pull the print or support visitors in pulling their own. If you don’t have an item of clothing, there will be simple cotton broadcloth patches provided to print on (and later attach or frame).
- Self-directed Make Stations – Create using a variety of upcycling materials. Simple and more complex making supplies and guides will be available for participants of all ages and abilities.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Pulse on the Plaza is proudly brought to you in partnership with CVAG, Comox Valley Community Arts Council, Elevate the Arts, and the Downtown Courtenay Business Improvement Association.
Additional partners include The Farmers’ Kitchen Food Truck, Lush Valley, Choral Valley, Queer Culture, Cumberland Forest, Pride Comox Valley, and CVOX (Comox Valley Community Radio)!
Together, we aim to foster a vibrant and inclusive community through the arts.
