Galiano Island Events

From Concerts, to Farmer's Markets, Club Meetings, Vet Clinics and Weekly Events.
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SPECIAL EVENTS - MAY 2025

SATURDAY MARKET
Saturday, May 17, 10 am to 2 pm

Lions Field

GIRR TOOLS GARAGE SALE
Saturday, May 17, 11 am to 1 pm

Outside the ReDirectory

Our wonderful volunteer, Ken Pattison has gathered a collection of tools that will be available for purchase at the ReDirectory. The proceeds from this event will help support the ongoing operations of the ReDirectory.Last year this sale took the form of a very successful auction, this year all tools will be available to purchase at you leisure - although we do recommend coming early to get the pick of the litter!

LIVE MUSIC SATURDAY
BRAD PREVEDOROS
Saturday, May 17
1 pm to 3:30 pm
LaLena Pizza Patio
at the Galiano Inn

OXEYE JAZZ VOL 6
Saturday, May 17
Doors 7 pm
Music (2 sets) 7:30 pm & 9:30 pm

Oxeye

Featuring a Jazz trio of Andrew Skepasts (Guitar), Dan Howard (Bass) and Dan(imal) Gaucher (Drums). We'll be playing a mix of tunes presenting a modern approach to jazz, playful and explorative while deeply grooving.

GALIANO HEALTH CARE SOCIETY
ANNUAL PLANT SALE
Saturday, May 17
10 am to 1 pm

908 Burrill Road

Save the date! Trees, shrubs, and a variety of plants will be available to purchase. Order in advance your beautiful 13 inch Hanging baskets $45.

MARION NEWMAN
Sunday, May 18, 3 pm

South Hall
Critically acclaimed and award-wining mezzo-soprano Marion Newman is Kwagiulth and STo:lo First Nations with English, Irish and Scottish heritage. She is renowned for her powerful performance in operas such as Carmen and the Barber of Seville.
Tickets avaialbe at galianoconcerts.com
Adult $35 Post-secondary Student $20 Elementary/secondary sudent free with a paying adult

GABRIOLA MUSIC MEETS GALIANO ISLAND
Friday, May 23, 7 pm

Hummingbird Pub

Several musicians from Gabriola Island will be heading over to Galiano Island with an entourage of Gabriolans for the weekend. We would love to meet some of your musicians and play alongside them.

GIRR BICYCLE REPAIRS
Saturday, May 24, 10 am to 1 pm

Outside the ReDirectory

Dust off your bike in preparation for summer, and join us for our annual Bicycle Repairs event!Our bike mechanics will be available to tend to flat tires, lube chains, make brake & gear adjustments, and offer maintenance tips.As always, come early to ensure your bike will be tended to.

SATURDAY MARKET
Saturday, May 24, 10 am to 2 pm

Lions Field

LIVE MUSIC SATURDAY
RICHARD BLAIR
Saturday, May 24
1 pm to 3:30 pm
LaLena Pizza Patio
at the Galiano Inn

TRIVIA NIGHT
Saturday, May 24, 7 pm

Hummingbird Pub

ART AT THE INN
JENNIFER BUTTERFIELD
TEXTILE ART
Opening Friday, May 2, 3 pm
Galiano Inn

JEANNE ERICKSON
VISTAS OF GALIANO
May 9 to June 1
Thursday to Sunday 

11 am to 4 pm
Yellowhouse Art Centre

What to Expect
A diverse range of new artworks including small and large paintings +prints + cards
Interactions with the artist during the opening reception.
Opportunities to purchase beautiful paintings of Galiano Island


BEN MILTNER
MEMORIAL PADDLE & PICNIC
Saturday, May 24
Group Paddle 3 pm to 4:30 pm
Potluck Picnic 4:30 pm to 6 pm

Montague Shell Beach
Celebrate the life and passion of Ben Miltner.

All human-powered craft are welcome, and if you don't have your own, Gulf Island Kayaking is providing free rentals for anyone who knew Ben and would like to participate in the event. Please complete this RSVP form to reserve yours: https://forms.gle/6sE44JXTCLMnUBFbA

CAN DRIVE
PAC FUNDRAISER
Sunday May 25, 9 am to 11 am

GIRR

GIRR AGM
Sunday May 25, 3 pm

South Hall

MUSSEL MEMORY:
MICROHABITATS & CLIMATE CHANGE ON MORNING BEACH

Sunday, May 25, 3 pm
Community Library
UBC PhD student Natalie Rivlin has studied the role of bivalve ecosystem engineers on Morning Beach. Please join Natalie as she presents her fascinating research. Jeannine Georgeson will also respond from her ongoing work between western and Indigenous research on marine ecologies.

SATURDAY MARKET
Saturday, May 31, 10 am to 2 pm

Lions Field

LIVE MUSIC SATURDAY
TAMARA NILE
Saturday, May 31
1 pm to 3:30 pm

LaLena Pizza Patio
at the Galiano Inn

ART IN THE LIBRARY
RACHEL PETERS
"NATURE MYSTERY SONG"
April 2 to May 31

Galiano Library

SPECIAL EVENTS - JUNE 2025

‘Ayum ch’ll
Wednesday, June 4
5 pm to 7 pm
Yellowhouse Art Centre
‘Ayum ch’ll, Monthly Gatherings
Intuitive arts, music & movement sessions led by Ruby. Once a month beginning march 5th, community members are invited to gather, connect, and slow down. Ruby will guide the group through a variety of intuitive arts, music & movement, crystal work, and a gratitude meditation. Fee is sliding scale $20. The first Wednesday of every month from 5-7pm. Space is limited, please pre register.

I Will Do Dishes After I Read Poetry in a Field
A memorial retrospective exhibition of work by Shayne Weston Abbott
Opening Reception Friday June 6, 4pm - 8pm
June 6 to June 15
Yellowhouse Art Centre
More Info

SATURDAY MARKET
Saturday, June 7, 10 am to 2 pm

Lions Field

LIVE MUSIC SATURDAY
TBA
Saturday, June 7
1 pm to 3:30 pm

LaLena Pizza Patio
at the Galiano Inn


KATE WYATT TRIO
Saturday, June 7, 7:30 pm
Yellowhouse Art Centre

Kate Wyatt and her jazz trio present a concert featuring music from their highly anticipated new album Murmurations. The celebrated pianist and composer, one of Montreal’s finest jazz musicians, offers a glimpse into the many layers of her musicianship. Strikingly adventurous and astonishingly creative, Wyatt punctuates her performances by sharing insight into her inspiration with the audience.
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SATURDAY MARKET
Saturday, June 14, 10 am to 2 pm

Lions Field

LIVE MUSIC SATURDAY
TREVOR GRAY
Saturday, June 14
1 pm to 3:30 pm
LaLena Pizza Patio
at the Galiano Inn

Snk̛míp Dig Deeper
Thursday, June 19
7 pm to 9 pm

Yellowhouse Art Centre
More Info

SATURDAY MARKET
Saturday, June 21, 10 am to 2 pm

Lions Field


LIVE MUSIC SATURDAY
NORM SMITH
Saturday, June 21
1 pm to 3:30 pm
LaLena Pizza Patio
at the Galiano Inn
Norm is very happy to be back to provide live music on the Pizza Patio at the beautiful Oceanfront Inn on Galiano Island!Norm has been playing professionally for over 30 years. Along with his 12 string guitar, he plays the harmonica. Some of the artist he covers include Zac Brown, Bob Dylan, John Fogerty, the Rolling Stones, Neil Young, Jimmy Buffett, The Eagles, Gordon Lightfoot, John Prine, The Tragically Hip, Tom Petty, and Bruce Springsteen.Checkout out his extensive song list on his website: normsmithmusic.ca/song-list. He loves to sing requests!

STRAWBERRY SOCIAL
Sunday, June 22. 1 pm
391 Cain Road
More Info

SATURDAY MARKET
Saturday, June 28, 10 am to 2 pm

Lions Field

LIVE MUSIC SATURDAY
TBA
Saturday, June 28
1 pm to 3:30 pm

LaLena Pizza Patio
at the Galiano Inn

ONGOING EVENTS

EVERY MONDAY
HATHA YOGA WITH SUE HORNING
January 8 to June 24
5:15 p.m.- 6:45 p.m

Hello old friends and new!  

Hatha yoga has thousands of postures, and as many individual variations as there are people to practice them!  Come to enjoy a creative and unique sequence of postures that is different every time, accessible to all levels, and full of laughter, body positive language and group connection.  Practice at a slow pace and add intensity as you’re able.   You will gain strength and stamina and at the same time find a deep state of peace and relaxation.  
Four Week Session: $50 plus gst, drop in’s welcome sliding scale $10-$20
No-one turned away for lack of funds

Bring a yoga mat and any props you have them (straps, blocks, blanket, bolster).  I have quite a few to share if you need props you can also email me to inquire and I will bring some to loan: Sue@UnityYoga.ca

Looking forward to sharing a weekly practice here on Galiano.  Thanks for your interest

SOUP AND BREAD MONDAYS
11:30 am to 1 pm
South Hall

EVERY MONDAY
@ the activity centre
D & D 3:15 PM
Pickleball 5 to 7 pm

AA MEETING
Mondays, 5 pm

St Margaret of Scotland Church
604.306.5145

EVERY TUESDAY

CHATTERBOX
Walk and Talk
10 am
Starting at Lions Hall
922 Burrill Road

OPEN STUDIO @ THE YELLOWHOUSE
12 PM TO 3 PM

Open Studio is back! Join us today (most Tuesdays) 12-3 for tea and to create in company! Some materials available or bring your own. All practices welcome (space permitting) Drop in or register at info@yellowhouseartcentre.ca 

Fee: Sliding scale 10-20

YOGA WITH ANGELA THOMPSON
TUESDAYS - 5 PM
SIGN UP ONLINE
OR TEXT 604.308.6034

@ the activity centre
Youth Hockey 3:15 pm
Ball Hockey 7 pm

SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCE
Starts Tuesday, September 24

North Hall


EVERY WEDNESDAY

YOGA GALIANO
WEDNESDAYS 
1 pm to 2:30 pm &
4:30 pm to 6 pm
Certified Iyengar Yoga Teacher Annie Okuda
Please register:
annie@okuda.ca

BEGINNER PICKLEBALL
6:30 to 8 pm

ACTIVITY CENTRE

Computer Savvy Seniors
Register Here

EVERY THURSDAY

Sustainable Food Systems Volunteer Day
10 am to 2 pm
At the GCA Food Forest and Nursery
Millard Learning Centre

Thursday Night Soccer
For adults
6 to 8 pm
Galiano Activity Centre

Youth Soccer
Every Thursday after school
For Grade 1 and up

Basketball 8 pm
@ the activity centre

Dog Meet Up
Every Thursday at 1 pm
Join Dogs of Galiano for location and other possible dog meet up dates

CLASSIC CAR CLUB
FIRST THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH
9 am to 11 am

Galiano Library

EVERY FRIDAY

Ecological Restoration Volunteer Day
10 am to 2 pm
At the GCA Program Centre Office
Millard Learning Centre

CIRCUIT TRAINING 5 PM
Galiano Activity Centre
Contact Nic for more info

Roller Skating 7 pm
@ the activity centre

EVERY SATURDAY

Galiano Museum
10 am to 2 pm
519 Georgeson Bay Road
Call 250 539 5023


Pickleball 4 to 6 pm
Community School

Sports Buddies

Sports and activities for children 5 & under
Starting Feb 5 10 am
Galiano Activity Centre

Chess Club
11 am
Galiano Activity Centre

EVERY SUNDAY

ADULT VOLLEYBALL
4pm to 6 pm

Rec Centre

Ping Pong Sundays
3 to 5 pm
South End Community Hall
$2 Donation Appreciated

Galiano Mechatronics Club

12:30 pm to 2 pm
Galiano Activity Centre