UPCOMING PROGRAMS + EVENTS
Our programs and events offer opportunities for people of all ages to learn how art connects us with our daily lives. Focusing on the KAG’s current exhibitions, programs include art camps, interactive tours, activities and workshops that encourage self-expression and experimentation while learning about art techniques, basic design concepts and a variety of media. Our events include exhibition opening receptions, fundraisers to inspire you and special happenings in the Gallery Store.
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Queer Futurism
Thursday, November 20, 27 & December 4, 11 18
6:30 pm to 8:00 pm
2SLGBTQPIA+ folx, ages 15+
Queer Futurism is a 5-week, self-directed program exploring the topic of Queer Futurism. Influenced by Afrofuturism, Queer Futurism imagines a future (or re-imagines a past) where all queer and trans identities are celebrated.
During weekly group studio sessions, throughout November and December, we will engage in discussions and art exercises, ponder queer joys, struggles, and hopes as we imagine the future of queer folx together.
Each participant will develop and create artwork which will be included in a group exhibition on the Open Gallery in June and July, 2026. This is an opportunity to develop your artistic practice in a queer space, explore a theme meaningful to the queer community, and be part of an exhibition.
Presented in partnership with Kamloops Pride.
Screen Printing Workshop
Thursday, 6:00 to 8:00 pm
Adult Studio
Pay-What-You-Can // $30 - $60
Join us in for an introductory screen printing workshop! Any level of experience is welcome.
Beaver Exchange Passport Program
Beaver Exchange Passport Program
Saturday, December 20
11:00 am to 2:00 pm
All ages
Free, drop-in
This family friendly event, co-hosted with the Kamloops Museum and Archives, is designed to spark creativity and offer playful, hands-on activities to learn more about our animal friend, the beaver.
Collect stamps for your Beaver Exchange Passport at both the KMA and the KAG for a chance to win a beaver-related prize. Submit your passport at either location—start and finish wherever you like.
Studio Chill
Wednesdays
4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Ages 15 to 25
FREE , drop in
Join us in our studios on Wednesday evenings to develop your skills and art practice. Studio Chill is a space for you to drop-in and try out a variety of art materials, styles, and techniques.
Art & Conversation: mgbe mmụọ na-agba egwu (When Spirits Dance)
Tuesday, December 16
10:00 to 11:00 am
Open to KALS members
Join us at the Kamloops Art Gallery for an interactive guided tour of Raluchukwu Ojah’s exhibition mgbe mmụọ na-agba egwu (When Spirits Dance) led by KAG Education and Public Programs Director Kristen Gardner and engage in lively explorations of some of the relevant themes.
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Time and Space Opening Reception
Saturday December 13
Opening Reception: 3:00 to 5:00pm
FREE admission
Everyone welcome
Join us for a casual opening reception for the Open Gallery exhibition, Time & Space. On from December 6, 2025, to January 24, 2026.
Block Printing for Gift Giving
Thursday, 6:00 to 8:00 pm
Adult Studio, Pay-What-You-Can
Join us for a fun, social evening to play and experiment with block printing!
Guided Tour
Guided Tour
Thursday, December 11
5:00 to 6:00 pm
Adults
Free
Join us for an informal guided tour delving into the inner worlds of artist Maura Doyle’s Dear Universe exhibition.
Studio Chill
Wednesdays
4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Ages 15 to 25
FREE , drop in
Join us in our studios on Wednesday evenings to develop your skills and art practice. Studio Chill is a space for you to drop-in and try out a variety of art materials, styles, and techniques.
Studio Chill
Wednesdays
4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Ages 15 to 25
FREE , drop in
Join us in our studios on Wednesday evenings to develop your skills and art practice. Studio Chill is a space for you to drop-in and try out a variety of art materials, styles, and techniques.
PD DAY CAMP
Monday, December 1
9:00 am to 3:00 pm
Ages 5 to 12
$50 // $45 for members
Join us for a fun-filled day of art making and exploration at the Kamloops Art Gallery!
Slow Stitch Club
Thursday, September 25
6:15 pm to 7:45 pm
Location: Kamloops Library, Downtown
Ages 16+
FREE, drop in
An opportunity to connect, slow down and stitch. Bring a well-loved object in need of repair and learn the art of visible mending.
Studio Chill
Wednesdays
4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Ages 15 to 25
FREE , drop in
Join us in our studios on Wednesday evenings to develop your skills and art practice. Studio Chill is a space for you to drop-in and try out a variety of art materials, styles, and techniques.
Krampus Parade Papier-mâché workshop
Krampus Parade Papier-mâché workshop
Saturday, November 22
12:00 pm to 3:00 pm
All ages
Pay-What-You-Can // $0- $20
Participants will learn how to build an armature from cardboard, build out the shape with papier- mâché, and finish by layering on coloured tissue paper.
Studio Chill
Wednesdays
4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Ages 15 to 25
FREE , drop in
Join us in our studios on Wednesday evenings to develop your skills and art practice. Studio Chill is a space for you to drop-in and try out a variety of art materials, styles, and techniques.
Studio-favourite mediums include painting, printmaking, and textiles. Come try out our button maker or use our collage materials and upcycle some art. Light guidance and all materials will be available for you. Come work on existing projects or start something new.
Art & Conversation: Dear Universe
Tuesday, November 18
10:00 to 11:00 am
Open to KALS members
Join us at the Kamloops Art Gallery for an interactive guided tour of Maura Doyle's: Dear Universe led by KAG Interim Education and Public Programs Director Kristen Gardner and engage in lively explorations of some of the relevant themes.
Family Fun Zone: Mirror Art
Saturday, November 15
10:30 to 12:30 pm
Location: Kamloops Library, Downtown
Ages 0 to 12, FREE
Drop-in
Explore the magic of reflection through collage with mirror paper; watch the world warp and transform. Use cut and layered paper shapes to build a colourful frame around your mirror.
Youth Hub: Patch making
Thursday, November 13
3:30 pm to 5:00 pm
Location: Kamloops Library, Downtown
Ages 12 to 18, FREE
Design your own custom patch! We'll provide canvas patches with iron-on backing, along with fabric markers, fabric pastels, and sewing supplies to turn your ideas into wearable art.
This program is offered in collaboration with the Thompson-Nicola Regional Library.
Studio Chill
Wednesdays
4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Ages 15 to 25
FREE , drop in
Join us in our studios on Wednesday evenings to develop your skills and art practice. Studio Chill is a space for you to drop-in and try out a variety of art materials, styles, and techniques.
Hand-formed Clay Vessels
Thursday, November 6, 13, 20
6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Adult
Pay-What-You-Can // $45- $75
Inspired by Maura Doyle’s air-dried ceramic technique and guided by conversations in the gallery, join us to create your own clay vessel. This three-week workshop will offer an introduction to the fundamentals of building coil pots using air-dry clay and will encourage participants to embrace the personal experience of hand-forming clay objects.
All tools and materials are provided.
Studio Chill
Wednesdays
4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Ages 15 to 25
FREE , drop in
Join us in our studios on Wednesday evenings to develop your skills and art practice. Studio Chill is a space for you to drop-in and try out a variety of art materials, styles, and techniques.
YOUNG INTERPRETERS
November 4, 18, 25 // December 2, 9, 16
11:00 am to 12:30 pm
$63 // $56.70 for members (per child)
Ages 5 +
We are delighted to offer weekly school programs for home schoolers and alternative learners.
Slow Stitch Club
Thursday, October 30
6:15 pm to 7:45 pm
Location: Kamloops Library, Downtown
Ages 16+
FREE, drop in
An opportunity to connect, slow down and stitch. Bring a well-loved object in need of repair and learn the art of visible mending.
Studio Chill
Wednesdays
4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Ages 15 to 25
FREE , drop in
Join us in our studios on Wednesday evenings to develop your skills and art practice. Studio Chill is a space for you to drop-in and try out a variety of art materials, styles, and techniques.
Studio-favourite mediums include painting, printmaking, and textiles. Come try out our button maker or use our collage materials and upcycle some art. Light guidance and all materials will be available for you. Come work on existing projects or start something new.
Art & Conversation: Luminocity
Tuesday, October 21
7:00 pm to 8:00 pm
FREE for KALS members
Join Kamloops Art Gallery educators for an interactive walking tour of the exhibition Luminocity, and engage in lively explorations of some of the relevant themes.
Luminocity: Educator’s Tours Riverside Park
Nightly, October 20 to 25
7:00 to 8:00 pm
All ages, FREE
Join KAG Educators for a guided public walking tour of the artworks located in Riverside Park. We will meet at the Rotary Bandshell in Riverside Park, the tour will begin promptly at 7:00 pm and will be approximately 60 minutes in duration.
Comfortable walking shoes and water are recommended. Please dress for the weather.
Luminocity: Curator’s Tour Kamloops Art Gallery
Sunday, October 19
7:00 to 9:00 pm
All ages, FREE
Join Curator Charo Neville for a guided public walking tour of the artworks located at the Kamloops Art Gallery. We will meet outside the Gallery, the tour will begin promptly at 7:00 pm and will be approximately 90 minutes in duration.
Comfortable walking shoes and water are recommended. Please dress for the weather.
Luminocity: Curator’s Tour Riverside Park
Saturday, October 18
7:00 to 9:00 pm
All ages, FREE
Join Curator Charo Neville for a guided public walking tour of the artworks located in Riverside Park. We will meet at the Rotary Bandshell in Riverside Park, the tour will begin promptly at 7:00 pm and will be approximately 90 minutes in duration.
Comfortable walking shoes and water are recommended. Please dress for the weather.
Studio Chill
Wednesdays
4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Ages 15 to 25
FREE , drop in
Join us in our studios on Wednesday evenings to develop your skills and art practice. Studio Chill is a space for you to drop-in and try out a variety of art materials, styles, and techniques.
Studio-favourite mediums include painting, printmaking, and textiles. Come try out our button maker or use our collage materials and upcycle some art. Light guidance and all materials will be available for you. Come work on existing projects or start something new.
Themes in Art Book Club
Thursday, October 2
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Kamloops Downtown Library
Ages 18+, FREE
Join us at the Kamloops Library as we explore themes of the current exhibitions through fiction and non-fiction selections.
This program is offered in collaboration with the Kamloops Library. Registration is required.
A copy of the book will be provided and can be picked up from the library one month in advance of each meeting
Zine Making Workshop
Thursday, October 2
6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Ages 16+
Pay-What-You-Can // $10- $30
Studio Chill
Wednesdays
4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Ages 15 to 25
FREE , drop in
Join us in our studios on Wednesday evenings to develop your skills and art practice. Studio Chill is a space for you to drop-in and try out a variety of art materials, styles, and techniques.
Studio-favourite mediums include painting, printmaking, and textiles. Come try out our button maker or use our collage materials and upcycle some art. Light guidance and all materials will be available for you. Come work on existing projects or start something new.