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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FAMILY ART SATURDAY: YMCA Healthy Kids Week
Jun
20
Family Programs, Studio Programs, studio, Children

FAMILY ART SATURDAY: YMCA Healthy Kids Week

Saturday, June 20
1:00 to 3:00 pm
All ages, FREE admission

Celebrate Healthy Kids Week by joining us for a fun afternoon of family-friendly mini-tours and hands-on art making activities inspired by our exhibitions.  

This is a family-focused program where parents and/or caregivers participate with their children throughout the tour and art-making activities.  

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BECOMING: An embodied dance and writing workshop with artist Luciana Freire D’Anunciação
May
31
to Jun 1
studio, Studio Programs, adult, Exhibition-Related, dancing through

BECOMING: An embodied dance and writing workshop with artist Luciana Freire D’Anunciação

Sunday, May 31 and Monday, June 1
2:00 to 5:00 pm
Ages 19 +
FREE, registration required

Through this two-day workshop, artist Luciana Freire D’Anunciação invites participants to experience the creative process that she used to develop her work Becoming, a multi-screen video installation on view in the exhibition Dancing through to the other side.

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Afternoon Drawing Club
Apr
17
to Apr 24
studio, youth, adult, Drawing

Afternoon Drawing Club

Friday, April 10, 17, 24
3:00 to 5:00 pm
Ages 16+
FREE for Members, $5 Drop-in

Join us in the Engagement Space on Friday afternoons to draw, meet new friends, and talk about art.    

Each week will begin with some light instruction highlighting a drawing tool, followed by open studio time with an option of guided topic. Practice what you just learned, work on a personal project, or just gab!

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FAMILY ART SATURDAY
Feb
14
Family Programs, Studio Programs, studio, Children, Futures

FAMILY ART SATURDAY

Saturday, February 14 
1:00 to 3:00 pm 
All ages, FREE admission 

Celebrate Family Day weekend by joining us for a fun afternoon of family-friendly mini-tours and hands-on art making activities inspired by our exhibitions.  

This is a family-focused program where parents and/or caregivers participate with their children throughout the tour and art-making activities.  

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COZI CLUB
Feb
6
to Feb 27
studio, youth, adult

COZI CLUB

Friday, February 6, 13, 20 & 27
3:00 to 5:00 pm
Ages 19+
FREE for Members, $5 Drop-in

Join local artist Charlie Napcolors at the Kamloops Art Gallery for a cozy, four-week social club celebrating the art of paper! Together we’ll explore different paper-based crafts; Comics, Origami, Zines, and Illustration.

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Beaver Exchange Passport Program
Jan
17
Family Programs, Studio Programs, studio, Children

Beaver Exchange Passport Program

Beaver Exchange Passport Program
Saturday, January 17
12:00 pm to 3:00 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. 

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Queer Futurism
Nov
20
to Dec 18
studio, adult, youth, Studio Programs, adults

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. 

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Hand-formed Clay Vessels
Nov
6
to Nov 20
studio, youth, adult, dear universe

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.

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FAMILY ART SATURDAY Culture Days
Sep
27
Family Programs, Studio Programs, studio, Children, STAU

FAMILY ART SATURDAY Culture Days

Saturday, September 27
1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
All ages, FREE admission

Celebrate Culture Days with the Kamloops Art Gallery! Join us for a fun afternoon of family-friendly mini-tours and hands-on art making activities inspired by our exhibitions.

This is a family-focused program where parents and/or caregivers participate with their children throughout the tour and art-making activities. No registration is required, exhibition admission is included. We look forward to seeing you at the Gallery!

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Queer Futurism Orientation
Sep
25
studio, adult, youth, Studio Programs, adults

Queer Futurism Orientation

Thursday, September 25
6:30 pm to 8:00 pm 
2SLGBTQPIA+ folx, ages 15+

This orientation is for queer artists interested in taking part in “Queer Futurism,” a FREE studio program and exhibition opportunity. Join us in our studios for a friendly,
low-pressure gathering. Meet the facilitator Teresa
Donck-Matlock, other local queer artists, and learn about
the opportunity. 

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Tomatoes and Friends Parade Papier Mâché props 
Aug
30
studio, youth, adult, Children

Tomatoes and Friends Parade Papier Mâché props 

Saturday, August 30 
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm   
All ages  
PWYC // $0 - $20 

Join KAG art instructors Charlie Napcolors and Jyelle Vogel for a fun, hands-on afternoon of papier mâché prop-making in preparation for the upcoming Tomatoes and Friends Parade at the Tomato Festival at the Kamloops Farmers’ Market. 

The Tomatoes and Friends Parade will take place onSaturday, September 6, as part of the Tomato Festival, celebrating and supporting local food and community spirit. Join us to bring joy and energy through creativity and self-expression, and to help inspire conversation and connection around local food and culture. 

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Papier Mâché Mask Making
Aug
23
studio, youth, adult

Papier Mâché Mask Making

Saturday, August 23
1:00- 3:00 pm 
Ages: 15+
Drop-in // $10

Join KAG art instructors Charlie Napcolors and Jyelle Vogel for an afternoon of Paper Mâché Mask-Making. In this playful, hands-on session, you will learn how to build and decorate your own mask using simple, accessible, and recycled materials such as cardboard, newspaper, glue, and tissue paper.   

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YOUTH SUMMER ART CAMP 2025
Aug
5
to Aug 28
Art Camp, Studio Programs, Children, studio, youth

YOUTH SUMMER ART CAMP 2025

3 Day Camp - Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Weekly, August 4 to August 29
9:00 am to 3:00 pm
Ages 10 to 15
$165 per week // $148.50 for members

Introducing an art camp for youth! Led by KAG art instructor Ian Laurrabaquio, young artists will go on daily explorations in our galleries, learn new techniques through guided demonstrations, and take their art making outside on adventures to various downtown locations.  


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COZI CLUB
Jul
26
studio, youth, adult

COZI CLUB

Saturday, July 12, 19 & 26
1:00 to 3:00 pm
Ages 19+, $10 per session

Join local artist Charlie Napcolors at the Kamloops Art Gallery for a cozy, four-week social workshop celebrating the art of paper! Each week, we’ll explore different paper-based crafts: Comics, Origami, Zines, and Illustration. focused on process, play, and creativity.

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COZI CLUB
Jul
19
studio, youth, adult

COZI CLUB

Saturday, July 12, 19 & 26
1:00 to 3:00 pm
Ages 19+, $10 per session

Join local artist Charlie Napcolors at the Kamloops Art Gallery for a cozy, four-week social workshop celebrating the art of paper! Each week, we’ll explore different paper-based crafts: Comics, Origami, Zines, and Illustration. focused on process, play, and creativity.

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COZI CLUB
Jul
12
studio, youth, adult

COZI CLUB

Saturday, July 12, 19 & 26
1:00 to 3:00 pm
Ages 19+, $10 per session

Join local artist Charlie Napcolors at the Kamloops Art Gallery for a cozy, four-week social workshop celebrating the art of paper! Each week, we’ll explore different paper-based crafts: Comics, Origami, Zines, and Illustration. focused on process, play, and creativity.

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Craftivism Workshop
Jul
12
Studio Programs, Library, studio, youth, Children, adult

Craftivism Workshop

Saturday, July 12
11:00 am to 2:00 pm
FREE, Drop-in
All ages

Join us for a workshop focused on building grassroots community change through craftivism! 

Craftivism is the practice of using creative expression to strengthen our collective voice, engage our imaginations, and deepen our community organizing work for food sovereignty, affordable housing, and climate justice. 

We'll create buttons and patches that you can take home with you or donate to be distributed at an upcoming Craftivism exhibition on the Open Gallery wall.

Materials and supplies are provided, and folks are welcome to bring their own materials and craftivism projects too! This is a free drop-in event, and everyone is welcome.

This workshop is co-hosted by Propolis Cooperative Housing Society, the Kamloops Food Policy Council and the Kamloops Art Gallery.

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