Our 2025 Annual Report is now available: 2025 Annual Report Overview In 2025, the Varley Art Gallery of Markham experienced transformation and growth, demonstrated resilience, and achieved record-breaking engagement. “2025 was a stellar year for the Varley. We reached a new attendance level of 67,000 visitors, surpassing the previous high set in 2024. Since opening […]
The Main Street Unionville Reopening Celebration event is postponed to May 30, 2026. Date: Saturday, May 30, 2026 Time: 10:30 AM to 2:30 PM Official Ceremony: 11 AM Location: Main Street Unionville, Markham Cost: Free Road Closure Notice As the Main Street Unionville Reconstruction Project nears completion, the City of Markham invites local businesses and residents to the Unionville […]
June 1 to September 7, 2026 During gallery public hours $12.50 (plus security deposit) First come, first serve About the Program Get creative this summer with Art Boxes, available for rent from June to September 2026*! Perfect for families, couples, friends, or solo artists who are looking to unleash their creativity, each box is packed […]
Saturday and Sunday, June 6 and 7, 2026 10 AM to 4 PM Free | Registration not required About the Program Visit the Varley during the Unionville Festival for a hands-on art activity designed for all ages. Inspired by our 2026 Summer Exhibitions, families and visitors of all ages are invited to explore colour, materials, […]
Wednesday, June 10, 2026 12:30 to 1:30 PM Free | Online | Zoom link provided upon registration About the Program Take your lunch break with us and join a free online talk with Scott Sawtell, featured artist from the Varley Art Gallery’s summer exhibition What holds us together. This session offers insight into Sawtell’s creative process […]
Saturday, June 13, 2026 Presented by the Markham Group of Artists About the Program The Markham Group of Artists, in partnership with the Varley Art Gallery, presents the Unionville Plein Air Festival, a one-day celebration of outdoor painting in the heart of Main Street Unionville. Throughout the day, artists will create original works on site, […]
Saturday and Sunday, June 27 and 28, 2026 10 AM to 4 PM Free | Registration not required About the Program Celebrate Canada Day at the Varley Art Gallery through a collaborative community mural. Visitors of all ages are invited to contribute to a shared artwork using a range of materials, with the piece evolving […]
July 1 to September 7, 2026 Free | Registration not required Please check in with front desk staff upon arrival Public Tour Schedule (30 minutes, English) Fridays | 7 PM Saturdays and Sundays | 3 PM Canada Day (Wednesday, July 1) | 3 PM Civic Holiday (Monday, August 3) | 3 PM Labour Day (Monday, […]
Tuesday, July 7, 2026 7 to 9 PM Free | Registration not required About the Program Celebrate the official Group of Seven Day at the Varley Art Gallery in partnership with the Readings at Richvale Poetry Series. Explore the rich connection between visual art and poetry through an inspiring evening of poetry readings and creative […]
Saturday, July 18, 2026 1 to 4 PM Free | Registration required About the Program Join us for a free, hands-on embroidery workshop with exhibiting artist Par Nair to create a small, hand-stitched work inspired by the Varley’s 2026 Summer Exhibitions. Drawing from traditions of painting and mark-making, this program approaches embroidery as a gestural, […]
