August 13 to 16, 2026 Celebrate Markham’s Auto Race Weekend at the Varley Art Gallery with extended gallery hours, free exhibition programs, hands-on art activities, an indoor car simulator experience, a race-themed market, live music, and opportunities to meet the exhibiting artist. Whether you’re visiting the race or exploring Unionville, stop by the gallery to […]
Open Call for Participation: A Public Art Workshop with Patrick Cruz Sunday, August 9, 2026 10 AM to 3 PM Rouge Valley Trail and the Varley Art Gallery of Markham Free | Registration required About the Program Join artist Patrick Cruz for a guided excursion along the Rouge Valley Trail, gathering botanicals and flora and […]
Saturday, August 1, 2026 | 11 AM to 8 PM Sunday, August 2, 2026 | 11 AM to 4 PM Free | Registration not required About the Program Celebrate community and culture at the second annual One Love Festival. This vibrant weekend brings people together through music, art, and food in an inclusive and welcoming […]
Saturday, August 1, 2026 2 PM Free | Registration not required About the Program Join exhibiting artist Vicky Talwar for an in-gallery conversation exploring the ideas, materials, and processes behind her work. Presented in an interview-style Q&A, this informal discussion offers visitors an opportunity to learn more about the artist’s practice and the themes explored […]
Saturday, July 25, 2026 2 PM Free | Registration not required About the Program Join exhibiting artist Hayley Chi Hay Chiu for an in-gallery conversation exploring the ideas, materials, and processes behind her work. Presented in an interview-style Q&A, this informal discussion offers visitors an opportunity to learn more about the artist’s practice and the […]
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, […]
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 York Region Reading Series. Explore the rich connection between visual art and poetry through an inspiring evening of poetry readings and creative exchange. […]
Community Art Mural 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 […]
Saturday, May 23, 2026 2 PM to 4 PM Free | Registration not required About the Program Celebrate the opening of the Varley Art Gallery’s 2026 Summer Exhibitions with an afternoon of art and conversation. Meet exhibiting artists Par Nair, Scott Sawtell, and Vicky Talwar, along with curator Anik Glaude; enjoy a sound-healing performance by […]
Sunday, May 17, 2026 2 to 3:30 PM Free | Ages 6+ | Registration required About the Program In this beginner-friendly workshop, participants will create their own felt plushies like stars, tiny characters, animals, and anything you can think of by using simple hand sewing techniques. Step-by-step guides and mentors will be there to support […]
