Come one, come all! The Vancouver Outsider Arts Festival is on the way to provide an opportunity for many, and to showcase many underrepresented artists. Providing a venue for those who may be facing exclusion from society, or artists who may be facing other kinds of barriers. It’s an event for the exhibition of talent and sales, and to allow fresh work to be displayed by those who may need it most. The Vancouver Outsider Arts Festival has been going on since 2017, allowing the artists who deserve just as much spotlight as any other celebrity, a stage to stand upon. It is for all styles of creativity, highlighting visual artworks, but also plenty of musical and other styles of performers! Especially when times have been very harsh for many artists out there, especially those who may struggle to be properly compensated for their work, or get their name out there. But thanks to this year’s VOAF, it’s bound to be a fantastic chance for many. Not to mention, there are plenty of artists this year! A grand total of over 45 talents showcasing what they got! There will also be plenty of workshops, allowing education and information from the talents themselves!

With so much to look forward to, where is it happening? When is it happening? Well, October 15th to the 17th will be your golden window of opportunity, at least, in person! There will also be an online event from October 27th to December 1st! Sadly, applications to be a talent are closed for this year, but this is surely an event to keep your eyes on for next year if you’re also hoping to get on board of the cast of talent for this event. But at the end of the day, what’s it gonna cost you to get in for an event like this as a spectator? Nothin. Nadda. Zilch. Completely free, for everyone’s enjoyment and exposure. It’ll be at the Roundhouse Community Arts and Education Centre, so plan the trip, save the date, and go check out some fresh talent!