VISIT US!

The show opens at 10am daily, July 29 – August 7, 2023, and closes at different times:

The Main Gallery houses ~370 works of original island art from artists living on BC’s coastal islands.
Check out the list of 2023 exhibiting artists.

The Youth Art Gallery houses art from emerging young artists in our region. All artists are from high-school or home-schooled students in our region (School District 62).

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Each day, some of the show’s exhibiting artists share their skills & techniques through live demonstrations, talks and engaging docent tours.

See the online calendar to view the Demos, Talks & Tours on each day.

Each day of the show features live music from talented musicians in our region.

See the online calendar to view the music scheduled for each day.

All items sold in the gift shop are final sale.

Coffee, baked goods, snacks and simple lunches will be served on-site each day from 10am – 5pm, catered by Bull & Sons Deli.

PURCHASERS’ PREVIEW……………………… FRIDAY JULY 28, 7-10PM
Be one of the first of over 9,000 to view 370+ original artworks before the gallery’s
public opening. The evening includes hors d’oeuvres, refreshments and contemporary
classical jazz by Broke & Blue. Whether a first-time buyer, seasoned collector, or
passionate art lover, you won’t want to miss this special opportunity to preview the
stunning works and perhaps claim a favourite piece.
– Admission is $45 + tax – Tickets go on sale in late June & sell out fast!
– Click here to purchase, or call the SFAS Office: 250-642-7256

FAMILY DAY………………………………….. TUESDAY AUGUST 1, 2-7PM
An afternoon of creative fun for the whole family! Crafts, activities, and
entertainment. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
– Kids 12 and under always free
– Admission for adults accompanied by children is $5 after 2:00PM

SENIORS’ TEA………………………………… WEDNESDAY AUG 2, 1-5pm
Seniors 65+ are invited to a white-linen service of tea & scones in the gallery
while enjoying live music.
– Free for Seniors with admission
– Adults/kids/youth under 65  – $5 

YOUTH ART GALLERY…………………………………………………… DAILY
Juried submissions from art students from SD62 Sooke Secondary Schools.
Donations during the show support Sooke Fine Art’s Youth Scholarship program.

ARTIST TALKS, DEMOS & TOURS…………….. DAILY (schedule available soon)
Visitors have the chance to meet & learn from exhibiting artists through
daily live talks, demos and tours.
– Included with admission

M-ART-KET NIGHT AT THE GALLERY ………. THURSDAY, AUG 3, 5-9PM
The Show will stay open until 9:00 PM for Sooke commuters and market goers.
Shop the market, have some dinner and attend the show!
– Reduced Admission: $5 for adults and seniors after 5:00 pm.

ARTIST CELEBRATION…………………… FRIDAY, AUG 4, 7-10PM
This is a special invite-only event to celebrate our participating artists and the sponsors
who generously support the show. Artist Award presentations begin at 7:15 pm.
The evening includes complimentary sips and tastings, with music by Karel Roessingh Trio.