Events & Exhibitions

See below our Upcoming Events and our Event Calendar.
From public artist calls to members only to rental exhibitions, Semiahmoo Arts Society’s self-sustaining Turnbull Gallery offers a wide variety of exhibitions and calls for artists throughout the year!

Events
Upcoming Events
White Rock Farmers’ Market
Every Sunday, April 20 – August 2, 2025
White Rock Farmers' Market
Location: 15154 Russell Ave, White Rock, BC V4B 2P6
Join us every Sunday 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the annual White Rock Craft Market! We have a rotation of local artists so feel free to enjoy a variety of goods and crafts galore!
Summer Bliss Exhibition Closing Reception
July 1, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Summer Bliss Exhibition Closing Reception
Location: Turnbull Gallery
Closing Reception: July 1, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Exhibition Dates: June 7 – July 1, 2025
Another year, another sunny season here in White Rock! Our fellow members of the Semiahmoo Arts Society celebrate with new and familiar artworks exclusively here in the Turnbull gallery! We have a variety of paintings, sculptures, photography and mixed media, all embracing summer fun!
From June 5th to July 1st, enjoy this colourful show by your local artists!
Paint the Town 2025
July 7 – 29 + August 1 – 29, 2025
Paint the Town 2025
Exhibition Dates: July 7 – 29 + August 1 – 29, 2025
Reception: Aug 9, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Our annual Plein Air event is back again this year! On July 5th, between 10AM to 2PM. And this year we have two locations to choose from, artists are invited to paint any location along the beach or try your hand at urban landscapes in Uptown White Rock!
All entries have a chance to win a prize! 4 winners will be chosen by our jury, while one will be selected through the public’s vote. All winners will be announced during the closing reception, so make sure you come!
1st Place Beach Location: $200
1st Place Uptown Location: $200
runner up: $100
Kid’s prize: $50
Public Vote Winner: $50
Paint the Town 2025 Reception
Aug 9, 2025 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Paint the Town 2025
Exhibition Dates: July 7 – 29 + August 1 – 29, 2025
Reception: Aug 9, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
All entries have a chance to win a prize! 4 winners will be chosen by our jury, while one will be selected through the public’s vote. All winners will be announced during the closing reception, so make sure you come!
1st Place Beach Location: $200
1st Place Uptown Location: $200
runner up: $100
Kid’s prize: $50
Public Vote Winner: $50

Exhibitions
Current Exhibitions
Summer Bliss Exhibition
June 7 – July 1, 2025
Summer Bliss Exhibition
Location: Turnbull Gallery
Closing Reception: July 1, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Exhibition Dates: June 7 – July 1, 2025
Another year, another sunny season here in White Rock! Our fellow members of the Semiahmoo Arts Society celebrate with new and familiar artworks exclusively here in the Turnbull gallery! We have a variety of paintings, sculptures, photography and mixed media, all embracing summer fun!
From June 5th to July 1st, enjoy this colourful show by your local artists!
Call for Artists
Paint the Town 2025
June 1 – 22, 2025
Paint the Town 2025
Deadline: June 22, 2025
Exhibition Dates: July 7 – 29 + August 1 – 29, 2025
Our annual Plein Air event is back again this year! On July 5th, between 10AM to 2PM. And this year we have two locations to choose from, artists are invited to paint any location along the beach or try your hand at urban landscapes in Uptown White Rock!
Bring your art supplies and easels, sign in at your chosen homebase to get your canvas and create! You only have 4 hours to work on your piece and work will not be accepted if it is worked on prior or after the event. Semiahmoo Arts Society will be supplying 1 canvas (16″ x 20″) or one watercolour paper (12″ x 18″) to each participant. After you are done with your painting, drop off your painting at your homebase. Then tell your friends and family to come check out your art at the exhibition.
All mediums are acceptable, provided they are done exclusively on location and are in keeping with the spirit and intent of the event. Due to drying time, oils are not recommended but are welcomed, please let us know in advance so we are prepared to transport them properly.
All entries have a chance to win a prize! 4 winners will be chosen by our jury, while one will be selected through the public’s vote. All winners will be announced during the closing reception, so make sure you come!
1st Place Beach Location: $200
1st Place Uptown Location: $200
runner up: $100
Kid’s prize: $50
Public Vote Winner: $50

Event Calendar
Click the event for more details! To see the events in a list, click the “list” button on the top right corner of the calendar.
Gallery Wall Rental Rates
- Group A:
- “Individual” Members
- “Family” Members
- Non-Profit “Organization” Members (Non-Profit “Organization” must be ART related)
- Group B:
- Individual Non-Members (e.g. birthday party)
- Non-member Non-Profit
- For-Profit “Organization” Members
- Group C: Corporate “Organization” Members
- Group D: “Corporate” Non-Members
Exhibition Space | Group A | Group B | Group C | Group D |
---|---|---|---|---|
Window Gallery | Included in Membership | $50/day $200/week | $80/day $400/week | $100/day $500/week |
Hallway Gallery | Included in Membership | $50/day $200/week | $80/day $400/week | $100/day $500/week |
Turnbull Gallery (walls only–may be events and classes in the space) | $100/day ** $500/week ** | $200/day $1000/week | $300/day $1500/week | $400/day $2000/week |
Lobby Display Case | Included in Membership | $50/day $200/week | $80/day $400/week | $100/day $500/week |
** Rates may be able to negotiated with Activation events (e.g. Artist Talk, Demos, Workshops/Classes, etc). Please email Tomas at [email protected].