Countdown to VOAF 2023 - Vancouver Outsider Arts Festival!

Get ready to celebrate the creativity and talent of visual and performing artists at the annual Vancouver Outsider Arts Festival (VOAF), presented by the Community Arts Council of Vancouver. With just one month to go, VOAF 2023 is gearing up to be an incredible event that you won't want to miss!

Mark your calendars for October 12-17, 2023, and join us at the Roundhouse Community Arts & Recreation Centre located at 181 Roundhouse Mews in Vancouver, BC. Admission to this extraordinary festival is FREE, making it accessible to everyone.

Experience a diverse range of art forms and expressions, including:

• Visual Art
• Live Performances
• Music
• Free Workshops
• And Much More!

VOAF is a platform that empowers visual and performing artists who may face social exclusion and other barriers. It provides them with opportunities to showcase and sell their work, perform, participate, connect, and learn. This festival is a unique celebration of Outsider Art, a genre that is represented by significant fairs and museums worldwide.

Our featured artists, whether self-taught or trained, are deeply committed to their creative practices. They bring a perspective that is outside the mainstream art world trends, resulting in a captivating and unconventional artistic experience.

Join us for six days of artistic exploration, inspiration, and connection. Whether you're an art enthusiast, a supporter of inclusive creativity, or simply looking for a unique cultural experience, VOAF 2023 has something special for everyone.

Don't miss this opportunity to be part of Canada's first and only festival for Outsider Art. Admission is free, so bring your friends and family to celebrate the diverse and innovative world of art!