The Nutcracker
Experience the timeless magic of a Christmas classic, presented by Ballet Victoria! Tchaikovsky’s iconic classical ballet, The Nutcracker, returns to the Chilliwack stage! When the toy Nutcracker she’s gifted comes to life, Clara is whisked away on a magical journey to a fantastic faraway land. With an iconic musical score, beautifully imagined and executed choreography, and stunningly […]
Christmas Gifts – presented by Songs, Strings & Steps
Christmas Gifts is coming to town on December 12 & 13, 2025. This must-see Christmas concert is bursting with festive cheer, featuring a full symphony orchestra directed by Calvin Dyck, incredible vocalists, dazzling dancers, gifts, and a sleigh-full of surprises. It’s a joyful celebration that brings the whole community together – and you won’t want […]
Annual Arts Gala
The Ruby Creek Art Gallery invites guests to an evening celebrating Indigenous art on Saturday, November 22, from 5–8 pm. Attendees will enjoy charcuterie from Graze Charcuterie, live music by Dion Weisbrod of The Unbranded Band, and an artist demonstration by Vanessa Serroul. The event will also feature the release and sale of newly acquired […]
Dracula
Dracula. Unending life… Unending love. A Love Story tells the classic tale of Bram Stoker’s novel. This original adaptation written by local writer, Susan E. Newbury, depicts Dracula as a man torn between his beastly curse and his search to find love again. This period piece is sure to whisk you away to a world […]
Afrique en Cirque
Kalabante Productions proudly presents Afrique en Cirque, a masterful show that symbolizes the strength, agility and joy of life found in African youth. Through daring acrobatics, original choreography, and energetic rhythms, be transported to a place where the diversity of traditional African arts is illuminated with the virtuosity of a modern North American Circus performance. Created […]
Culture Days
Culture Days is an annual national arts and culture campaign with participation from communities across Canada. In 2025, the program runs from September 19 – October 12. Join the City of Abbotsford as we host a series of free, interactive, and family friendly Culture Days programming and events across the City.
Opening Exhibition: Parallax(e): Perspectives on the Canada–U.S. Border
Canada and the United States have immense powers over people and legal rights. Yet they are not the first or only nations in these lands. What do we really know about the history of the 49th parallel? How was it visualized and carved into the landscape over a century and a half ago? What perspectives […]
Voices of the Land: Indigenous Experiences in the Fraser Valley
Before the Fraser Valley Well before this territory was ever called the Fraser Valley, it was known by its Halq’eméylem name, S’ólh Téméxw, meaning “our land” or “our world.” For us, that name serves as a reminder that our organization stems from a lineage of settlers and visitors to this area, the traditional, ancestral land […]
Last Call for Summer: Hit the Road in the Fraser Valley!
How is it August already?? Somehow, summer days seem to fly by faster than those in any other season. One moment you’re looking for a good spot to lay your towel, and the next, you’re watching that first leaf drift down in agonizing slow motion. That’s exactly why we’re doing a final summer check-in blog […]
Symphony in the Park
This 2-hour LIVE symphony orchestra concert is produced and conducted by Calvin Dyck. You’ll enjoy classical favourites and movie tunes including the Overture from Mozart’s Marriage of Figaro, Haydn’s Trumpet Concerto, Superman March, a medley from The Sound of Music and so much more. Also featured are dancers from Fraser Valley Academy of Dance. The concert will happen rain […]
The Wizard of Oz
Kilby’s “Behind the Gate Theatre Company” presents The Wizard of Oz! Come enjoy the story of Dorothy and her friends in the Land of Oz. Hear your favourite songs such as Somewhere over the Rainbow and If I only had a Brain. Runtime is approximately 90 minutes plus an intermission. The seating area will be opened 30 minutes prior […]
Small Colourful Life Exhibit
The exhibition Small Colourful Life highlights how play and creative exploration can be powerful tools for rekindling inspiration and joy in art making. While play is often how we first engage with art as children—learning through colour, shape, and texture—it tends to fall away as we grow older and take on responsibilities or pressures for […]