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Harrison Festival of the Arts 2025 – Harrison Hot Springs
📍 Location:
Harrison Hot Springs
499 Hot Springs Road, Harrison Hot Springs, BC
📅 Date & Time:
From Friday, July 11 to Sunday, July 20, 2025
Various times throughout each day
🎟 Admission:
Beach Stage shows by donation (Suggested $5 Button)
Hall Performances: Ticketed | Workshop donation: $5 minimum
🎫 View Ticket Info & Schedule
🎶 A 10-Day Celebration of Arts, Music & Culture by the Lake
Set against the scenic backdrop of Harrison Lake and majestic mountains, the 46th Annual Harrison Festival of the Artsis one of BC’s most treasured cultural events. From July 11 to 20, 2025, this multi-day festival transforms the tranquil village of Harrison Hot Springs into a vibrant hub for world music, visual arts, family fun, and creative workshops.
Expect top-tier Canadian and international performers, artisan markets, theatre, and community-led activities — all while soaking in stunning lake views.
🌞 Daily Beach Concerts – Free & Family-Friendly
Located at the Festival Plaza in the heart of town, enjoy open-access performances on the Beach Stage each afternoon and evening. Bring a blanket or low-back chair and settle in for an unforgettable lakeside concert experience.
Highlights include:
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Alpha Yaya Diallo & Bafing
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Mimi O’Bonsawin
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Minor Gold
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Kate Weekes
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Miguelito Valdes Trio
📅 Full Beach Stage schedule is available here.
🎭 Evening Hall Shows at Harrison Memorial Hall
From soulful roots to high-energy funk, ticketed evening performances feature:
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Kobo Town (July 12)
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Ruthie Foster (July 17)
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Five Alarm Funk (July 19)
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Ye Vagabonds (July 20)
🎫 Buy Tickets Online
🎨 Art Exhibits & Artisan Market
Don’t miss the opening of the “Small Colourful Life” art exhibit on July 11 at the Ranger Station Art Gallery (open daily during the festival). Browse handcrafted items and treasures at the beachside Artisan Market (July 12–13 & July 18–20).
🧘♀️ Workshops & Interactive Events
From yoga on the beach to banjo classes and Indigenous drum making, festival-goers can participate in hands-on workshops. All workshops are held at Harrison Memorial Hall unless noted otherwise.
Sample workshops:
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West African Dance
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Songwriting
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Rhythms of Cuban Music
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Ukulele Gathering
💬 Most workshops require a $5 minimum donation.
Whether you come for the music, the art, or the laid-back summer vibes, the Harrison Festival of the Arts is a can’t-miss cultural getaway just a short drive from Metro Vancouver.
🔗 Visit the official festival website: https://harrisonfestival.com
🔗 Discover more summer events and festivals at Vancouver Page – Discover Local Events.
