The Island of Creative Expression

With one of the highest number of artists per capita in Canada and many art-centred events, Gabriola has earned its moniker, ‘Isle of the Arts’.

Whether you’re the creator, admirer, or participant, enjoy the island’s rich cultural landscape year-round.

Art, Music & Theatre Festivals

Gabriola Arts Council and other community organizations host lots of events throughout the year, ensuring plenty of opportunities to get creatively engaged. Below are some of our annual festivals.

For more events and to see what’s happening while you’re here, check out our Gabriola Events website.

Gabriola Museum

The Gabriola Museum is run by the Gabriola Historical Society and is the place to discover island stories.

The Museum is located on South Road, a comfortable (1.2 km) walk or a short drive up the hill from the ferry dock at Descanso Bay. It is open from May to December.

Visit their website for hours, events and exhibits.

Yellow Flag Art Studios

If the yellow roadside flag is flying, the artist’s studio is open!

The yellow flag program is a Gabriola Island Chamber of Commerce initiative. See where inspiration and creativity come alive in makers’ spaces.

View our Yellow Flag Artists

Arts & Culture

The island fosters creativity for all, making it an essential part of life on Gabriola!

Our artists, creators, makers and cultural centres are busy year round and would love to share their passion with you.

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Gabriola Guitarworks

Professional Services

(250) 668-8243

About

GuitarWorks is a privately owned and operated community service, focusing primarily on stringed instrument maintenance, repair, relic and restoration, and custom commissions are also encouraged.

Let us breathe the breath of life back into a treasured family heirloom, let's talk about that Frankenaxe you always dreamed about, or simply stop by for a setup and some strings.

Pricing is highly competitive, no need for the ferry, and you'll be hard-pressed to find anyone more passionate about the art of maintaining and beautifying the integrity of your treasured instrument.

Call 250-668-8243, email at bensguitarworks@gmail.com or hit us up via messenger and let us get your gear ready for your next show, practice, studio gig or tour.

Things are happening quickly over here, and you can expect business cards, stickers, signs and T-shirts before long. Call GuitarWorks Gabriola, where your imagination is the only limit, and resurrect your rhythm today!

*We also fix patch cables and design pedalboard systems, we have lots of strings on hand, we sport a veritable wall of tea, and we have all kinds of other exciting goodies for you to pick through. Much love! See you soon!