Arts & Culture News

Grizzly Valley Player, Tim Favelle, as Riff Raff, reminices about Erin Wanvig. And image of Erin is projected on the screen behind, while friends and family gather seated in front.
A Life Well-Lived, a Friend Well-Loved — Celebrating Erin Wanvig
It was a drizzly Saturday afternoon when folks dressed or accessorized in red began lining up to enter Room 5 of the Tumbler Ridge Community Centre for Erin Wanvig's Celebration... Read more...
TRCAC AGM
TRCAC AGM
The TRCAC Annual General Meeting will be held on Thursday, June 18, 2026 at 6 pm in Room 3 of the Community Centre. Our meeting is open to the public,... Read more...
Celebration of Life – Erin Wanvig
Celebration of Life – Erin Wanvig
From Erin's brothers... It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved sister Erin Maureen Wanvig. Erin passed away peacefully on October 4, 2025 at St.... Read more...
Open Sky - Juried Art Exhibit
Open Sky - Juried Art Exhibit
The long-standing regional art exhibition, Open Sky, is going to be online-only this year to help make it easier for artists to participate. Registration opens May 18 and closes on... Read more...
IMPACT - A DC Dance Co. performance
IMPACT - A DC Dance Co. performance
DC Dance Co. is bringing a powerful, story-driven production to the stage this spring with IMPACT, a theatrical showcase exploring mental health, connection, and the ripple effect of small acts... Read more...
TRCAC volunteers dressed in white togas hold out platters of green and red grapes. Photo contributed by Zena Conlin, TRCAC President (2025-26)
Emperor's Challenge 2025
Each year in August for the last 25 years, runners and aspiring marathoners gather together and run a half-marathon right here in the Tumbler Ridge UNESCO Geopark. The route up... Read more...
Northern Trails Historical Society – Doors Open
Northern Trails Historical Society – Doors Open
For the second year, the Northern Trails Historical Society is hosting Doors Open – an event geared toward encouraging folks to visit historical buildings and tourism locations in a variety... Read more...
A woman in blue hooded sweater holds up a framed photo of the northern lights.
TRCAC presents past president with gift for longstanding service
The Tumbler Ridge Community Arts Council had the pleasure of presenting long-time member and president of many years, Erin Wanvig, with a gift to honour her dedication and service to... Read more...
TRCAC Elects New Board of Directors for 2025–2026
TRCAC Elects New Board of Directors for 2025–2026
The Tumbler Ridge Community Arts Council held its Annual General Meeting on Thursday, June 12 2025 in Room 3 of the Tumbler Ridge Community Centre.  During the meeting, a financial... Read more...
TRCAC Annual General Meeting 2025
The Tumbler Ridge Community Arts Council will be holding its Annual General Meeting on Thursday June 12, 2025 at 6 pm in Room 3 of the Community Centre.  Join us for the TRCAC Annual General Meeting to discuss amending a bylaw and elect our board of directors for the 2025–2026 fiscal year. The meeting is open to the public, past and present members, as well as aspiring members. Members in good standing who have paid for their 2025–2026 individual or group membership are eligible to vote on business matters during... Read more...
Summer Watercolour Class – Tumbler Ridge
Join watercolour artist, Colette Ernst, for a summer painting class for adults and youth on Tuesday June 10 from 7pm – 9 pm at the Tumbler Ridge Public Library. All supplies will be provided, the workshop is free to attend! Please RSVP via the Facebook Event. Read more...
Wildlife Photography Workshop – Tumbler Ridge
Join renowned wildlife and landscape photographer and Canadian Geographic Photographer of the Year, Brandon Broderick, in a special workshop on wildlife photography, held right here in Tumbler Ridge BC. This one-day workshop on August 16, 2025 will cover important concepts like composition, specialized techniques, as well as editing and other topics. Enjoy a catered lunch in the field, exploring the beautiful landscapes around Tumbler Ridge. For more details and to register, check out Peak Wyld Co's website. Be sure to note the recommended attire, equipment, and itinerary. Read more...
Call for Artists & Photographers – Dawson Creek & District Hospital
The new Dawson Creek & District Hospital (DCDH) began construction in 2023, and is well on the way to opening in the Spring of 2027. The DCDH is calling for artist and photographer submissions of regional scenery photographs which will be turned into custom wall graphics for various locations inside the new building.Submissions will be accepted from May 20 until Friday June 20 at 4 pm. Note that artists and photographers with successful submissions will be paid for the licensing or purchasing of the photographs selected for the hospital.Check out... Read more...
Open Sky – Arts North East Juried Art Exhibit
Each year, Arts North East (formerly the Peace Liard Regional Arts Council) holds the Open Sky juried art exhibit which is hosted by various member communities in the BC Peace Region. For 2025, the exhibit will be hosted in Dawson Creek at the Dawson Creek Art Gallery. The registration cutoff date is Monday May 26, 2025 Wednesday May 28, 2025 — extended! Your art can be dropped off in person from then until June 2. Need help getting your art pieces from Tumbler Ridge to Dawson Creek? Let us know... Read more...