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Fine Art Exhibition
September 13-14, 2025  10am - 4pm  

Lighthouse Community Centre
The festival opens with a juried fine art exhibition featuring 24 exceptional Vancouver Island visual artists. Their work will span a variety of mediums, providing audiences an opportunity to engage with the artists and purchase unique, original pieces.

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Live Performances
September 15-26, 2025
Community halls and small venues along Hwy 19a, from Dashwood to Union Bay.  Experience the intimacy of live performances in scenic venues along this 40 km stretch of the Oceanside Route. Featuring local and original music, spoken word, singer/songwriter and comedy performances, as well as full band dances and a vaudeville show.

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Artists Studio Tour
September 27-28, 2025
Private art studios from Dashwood to Union Bay.
The festival closes with an inspiring Artists Studio Tour, inviting the public into 30 private art studios. This weekend provides a rare opportunity to see artists in their creative spaces, gain insights into their processes, and purchase unique works directly from the creators.​