Culture Days
Culture Days in Coquitlam
Culture Days takes place across Canada every year in the fall. It is a network of events, presentations, activities, workshops, and more that showcase, share, and explore the culture of participating communities.
Through thousands of free events across the country, Culture Days promotes inclusivity, awareness, participation, and engagement in arts and culture for all.
Culture Days 2026 is set to occur from September 18 to October 4, 2026.
The City is pleased to present the following programming for free. Registration is required for some activities:
Culture Days Kick Off and Visual Arts Exhibition 2026 Opening Reception
Celebrate creativity at the Culture Days Kick Off and Visual Arts Exhibition Reception on Friday, September 18 from 6-8 p.m. at Town Centre Park Community Centre. Residents are invited to connect with local artists, learn about Culture Days programming taking place across the city, and celebrate this fall’s new Visual Arts Exhibitions while enjoying complimentary refreshments.
- Location: Town Centre Park Community Centre
Don’t miss this chance to connect with local artists and experience the vibrancy of our arts community! No R.S.V.P. required.
Learn more about the Visual Arts Exhibition.
Culture Days Kick Off and Visual Arts Exhibition Reception
Celebrate creativity at the Culture Days Kick Off and Visual Arts Exhibition Reception on Friday, September 18 from 6-8 p.m. at Town Centre Park Community Centre. Residents are invited to connect with local artists, learn about Culture Days programming taking place across the city, and celebrate this fall’s new Visual Arts Exhibitions while enjoying complimentary refreshments.
6 -8 p.m.
Town Centre Park Community Centre
Creative Connections: Getting Started
Designed for visual artists who are new to the community, Creative Connections: A Workshop Series for Newcomer Artists is a free three-part program introducing participants to local arts organizations, exhibition opportunities, ways to share their artistic practice and opportunities to connect with the local arts community.
2-3:30 p.m.
Register now
Interested in more? Don't forget to register for the two other workshop offerings in this series:
Guided Public Art Tour: City Centre
Join us for a free guided tour of the public art on display around Coquitlam City Centre. Explore the murals, installations and sculptures that enhance the City and commemorate important historical moments in our community's development. Celebrate the diverse cultures that contribute to Coquitlam and learn more about how art is created here.
2-3:30 p.m.
Register now
Creative Connections: Connecting
Designed for visual artists who are new to the community, Creative Connections: A Workshop Series for Newcomer Artists is a free three-part program introducing participants to local arts organizations, exhibition opportunities, ways to share their artistic practice and opportunities to connect with the local arts community.
2-3:30 p.m.
Register now
Interested in more? Don't forget to register for the last workshop offering in this series:
Guided Public Art Tour: Burquitlam
Join us for a free guided tour of the public art on display around Burquitlam. Explore the murals, installations and sculptures that enhance the City and commemorate important historical moments in our community's development. Celebrate the diverse cultures that contribute to Coquitlam and learn more about how art is created here.
2-3:30 p.m.
Register now
Creative Connections: Exhibiting
Designed for visual artists who are new to the community, Creative Connections: A Workshop Series for Newcomer Artists is a free three-part program introducing participants to local arts organizations, exhibition opportunities, ways to share their artistic practice and opportunities to connect with the local arts community.
2-3:30 p.m.
Register now
Community Partner Events
Join our community partners for a series of engaging Culture Days events in Coquitlam, where you can fuel your passion for creativity and culture through hands-on activities and interactive experiences:
- October 2: Juried Art Exhibition Opening Reception
- September 19: Mid Autumn Celebration
- September 19: On the Dot: Mini Tours – Evergreen Arts Season Launch
- September 25: Exhibition Tour – Weather Patterns
- September 26: Painted Stories of the Moon with Jordanna George
- October 4: Family Days | Abstract Weather
- October 4: Family Day @ Place des Arts
For information or to search for other Culture Day events, visit CultureDays.ca.