KLONDIKE INSTITUTE OF ART & CULTURE

Gallery Hop Opening Reception and Festival Kick-Off at DZCC
2025-06-12 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Whitehorse) | Dänojà Zho Cultural Centre
Gallery Hop Opening Reception and Yukon Riverside Arts Festival Kick-Off
Yukon Riverside Arts Festival and the Gallery Hop kicks off at the Dänojà Zho Cultural Centre from 6pm-7pm with an opening reception including refreshments, artwork, and films.
After the reception, pick up your Gallery Hop map and explore!

Gallery Hop!
2025-06-12 18:00 - 22:00
The Gallery Hop is a self-directed, community-wide art walk that kicks off the Yukon Riverside Arts Festival, transforming local spaces and businesses into temporary exhibition spaces, performance venues, and creative hubs for one night only. This event offers a unique platform for artists to showcase their work, experiment with immersive installations, or engage audiences through live performances and interactive experiences.
The Gallery Hop kicks off at the Dänojà Zho Cultural Centre from 6pm-7pm with an opening reception including refreshments, artwork, and films.
Check out the Gallery Hop Map for the full list of exhibits, performances, and events happening all around town from 7-10pm.
Close out the evening with a show from John from Dawson at The Bunkhouse from 9-10pm.

25th Annual Yukon Riverside Arts Festival
2025-06-12 18:00 - 2025-06-15 15:00 | Klondike Institute of Art & Culture (KIAC), 902 2nd Avenue, Dawson City
YUKON RIVERSIDE ARTS FESTIVAL 2025

JUNE 12 – 15 / 2025 / DAWSON CITY, YUKON
Yukon Riverside Arts Festival (YRAF) is a celebration of art, music and summer in Canada’s North
Hosted annually by the Klondike Institute of Art and Culture
VISIT YRAF.CA for the full schedule!

WEAVING THE MIDNIGHT SUN Opening Reception
2025-06-12 19:00 - 22:00 | ODD Gallery
Please join us for the opening reception of Weaving the Midnight Sun, a new exhibition celebrating the creativity and craftsmanship of Yukon fibre artists!
Date: June 12th, 2025 Time: 7pm – 10pm Location: ODD Gallery, Dawson City Wine, cheese and non-alcoholic beverages will be served Free & open to all!

Presented by the Northern Fibres Guild
Weaving the Midnight Sun is a celebration of fibre practice in the Yukon — a region shaped by long winters, luminous summers, and the steady rhythm of handwork passed between generations. This exhibition brings together the work of artists and makers from the Northern Fibres Guild, an organization that has supported and nurtured Yukon fibre artists since its beginnings in 1974.
Rooted in traditional techniques like spinning, weaving, dyeing, and felting, and expanding into contemporary interpretations of textile art, these works speak to the resourcefulness, creativity, and quiet resilience of making in the North. Each piece carries a unique story — of material transformed, of time held in stitch and thread, of ideas shared in community.
Like the midnight sun itself, these works radiate warmth, clarity, and a sense of wonder. They invite us to consider the power of slow, intentional creation — and the ways in which fibre connects us to the land, to each other, and to the long thread of creative practice that we continue to weave together.

We are grateful for the support of Canada Council for the Arts along with the Yukon Tourism and Culture Arts Operating Funds

Quillwork on Birch Workshop by Faye Chamberlain
2025-06-13 14:00 - 17:00 | Klondike Institute of Art & Culture (KIAC), 902 2nd Avenue, Dawson City
Quillwork on Birch Workshop by Faye Chamberlain
Friday June 13, 2-5pm at Dënäkär Zho/KIAC Classroom
Only ten spots available!
Free to register / $20 for materials (bring cash)
The embellishment of birchbark with porcupine quills is one of the most unique and beautiful art forms native to North America. Join Faye Chamberlain and create your own special piece of art with gifts from the land.
Email programs@kiac.ca to sign up!
Presented as part of the Yukon Riverside Arts Festival.

Youth Hip Hop Workshop with John From Dawson and Nitpik
2025-06-13 15:00 - 17:00 | K’äjit-in Zho Youth Centre, Second Ave., Dawson CIty, Yukon, Y0B1G0, Canada
Youth Hip Hop Workshop with John From Dawson and Nitpik
Friday, June 13th 3pm to 5pm at K’äjit-in Zho Youth Centre
For Youth ages 15 to 25. Free!
Contact Youth Centre to register:
Email: thomas.hodgkinson@trondek.ca
Phone: 867 993 6495
Presented as part of the Yukon Riverside Arts Festival

Square Dancing
2025-06-13 18:00 - 20:00 | Front Street Picnic Shelter, Front Street at Princess Street, Dawson City, Yukon, Y0B1G0
Square Dancing at Yukon Riverside Arts Festival!
Friday June 13, 6-8pm at at Riverside Park (by Picnic Shelter)
Live fiddle music and Dance Caller! Kick up your heels and join the fun!
No experience or partner necessary, this is a free all-ages event that welcomes all skill levels.
Wear your best dancing clothes and bring a water bottle, do-si-don’t miss it!
For more information: tissclark@hotmail.com

From Rags to Rug: Community Loom Demonstration
2025-06-14 11:00 - 15:00 | ODD Gallery
As part of Weaving the Midnight Sun and the Yukon Riverside Arts Festival, textile artist Janice Brodie invites the public into the process of community weaving.
Using scraps, old linens, and fabric donated by Dawson locals and drawn from her own stash, Janice will spend the day weaving a communal rug on a floor loom in the ODD Gallery. This is a celebration of reuse, resilience, and the stories we share through cloth.
Visitors are welcome to stop in, ask questions, contribute material, or even try weaving a few rows. Whether you participate for a moment or an hour, your presence becomes part of the finished piece — a rug woven by many hands, for many to enjoy.
All ages and experience levels are welcome!

Arts Fest Saturday at Riverside Park!
2025-06-14 11:00 - 16:00 | Yukon Riverside Park, Dawson City, Yukon, Y0B 1G0, Canada
Arts Fest at Riverside Park on Front Street: 11-4pm
INFO BOOTH
Come and visit us for information on all things YRAF, and check out our amazing merch!
YRAF ARTIST MARKET
Featuring work by local and regional artists, crafters and artisans.
KIDS TENT
Drop-in art activities for Children and Youth:
Cyanotype printing, Painting, and Theatre arts
Giant bubbles with Matchoo
WORKSHOPS & DEMOS
Community-driven Loom Weaving Demo and Workshop by Janice Brodie and Marilyn Smith – at ODD Gallery (11:00 AM to 3:00 PM)
Join Northern Fibres Guild members as they demonstrate loom weaving at the setting of their ODD Gallery exhibit.
Blacksmithing with Jeake Armstrong – Riverside Park
Come on down to watch Jake burn some Pennsylvania real estate on his restored 1800s coal forge and play Jake’s favourite games, “What’s that old rusty piece of metal?” and the timeless classic “Was It Forged ???!”
Live Portrait Drawing with Nico DeRepentigny – Riverside Park
Find Nico with their easel and get your portrait made!
Public Painting with Gorellaume – at Dënäkär Zho/KIAC back porch
LIVE MUSIC STAGE

11:00 – 4:00ish on the Driftwood stage next to the Artist Market – Co-presented by The Dawson City Bunkhouse
11 – 11:25 Dieter Weise
11:40 – 12:05 Jeymama
12:20 – 12:45 Jules Nominal
1:00 – 1:25 Sam Connolly
1:40 – 2:05 Mad Ran
2:20 – 2:45 Chris Bourque
3:00 – 3:25 Sam Huxley
3:40 – 4:05 River Bends
EVENING EVENTS
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM – Artist Talk By Melissa Naef – at Peabody’s P.B.G Gallery
“Tailings”, a long-form photography documentation project that explores characteristics of Dawson City, Yukon, by the local artist, and recent NASCAD graduate, Melissa Naef. Join her for a talk about her work, hosted by Peabody’s P.B.G Gallery.
7:00 PM to 9:00 PM – Artist Meet & Greet Cocktail – at Dënäkär Zho/KIAC Ballroom
Ease into the evening with the Artist Meet & Greet Cocktail from 7–9 PM – Just before our big dance party!
Open to all, this laid-back mixer brings together artists, festival folks, and guests for good conversation, drinks, and food—courtesy of Bonanza Market.
9:00 PM to 1:00 AM – YRAF2K – Our 25th Anniversary Y2K themed Party! – at Dënäkär Zho/KIAC Ballroom
The Yukon Riverside Arts Festival turns 25, and we’re throwing it back to the Y2K era to celebrate like’s it’s the new Millenium! Whether you’re reliving your teen years or finally discovering the strange magic of low-rise jeans, this is your moment. Dress code: Delia’s catalog-core, Matrix-pilled looks, mesh, metallics, plastic —go off! Outfits encouraged. Clear electronics, tamagotchis, beepers, an asset. Embarrassing dance moves welcome.
DJs White Bread & Y0B to the 993 will be spinning 90s and early 2000s bangers all night!
Let’s party like it’s 1999—for old times’ sake. Sponsored by Yukon Brewing – Beer worth freezin’ for!

Artist Meet & Greet Cocktail
2025-06-14 19:00 - 21:00 | Klondike Institute of Art & Culture (KIAC), 902 2nd Avenue, Dawson City
Meet the artists involved with the Yukon Riverside Arts Festival!
Join us in the Dënäkär Zho/KIAC Ballroom for the Artist Meet & Greet Cocktail on Saturday June 14 from 7–9 PM – Just before our big dance party! Open to all, this laid-back mixer brings together artists, festival folks, and guests for good conversation, drinks, and food—courtesy of Bonanza Market.

YRAF2K - 25th Anniversary Y2K themed Party!
2025-06-14 21:00 | Klondike Institute of Art & Culture (KIAC), 902 2nd Avenue, Dawson City
The Yukon Riverside Arts Festival turns 25, and we’re throwing it back to the Y2K era to celebrate like’s it’s the new Millenium! Whether you’re reliving your teen years or finally discovering the strange magic of low-rise jeans, this is your moment.
Dress code: Delia’s catalog-core, Matrix-pilled looks, mesh, metallics, plastic —go off!
Outfits encouraged. Clear electronics, tamagotchis, beepers, an asset. Embarrassing dance moves welcome.
DJs White Bread & Y0B to the 993 will be spinning 90s and early 2000s bangers all night!
Let’s party like it’s 1999—for old times’ sake. Sponsored by Yukon Brewing – Beer worth freezin’ for!
9:00 PM to 1:00 AM at Dënäkär Zho/KIAC Ballroom.

DDY BBQ II: DOG DAY AFTERNOON – A Hot Dog extravaganza
2025-06-15 13:00 - 15:00 | Gazebo on Front Street, 967 Front Street near Queen St., Dawson City, Yukon, Y0B1G0
DDY BBQ II: DOG DAY AFTERNOON – A Hot Dog extravaganza at the Gazebo on Riverside Park from 1-3pm
Welcome to the 2nd edition of our world famous DDY BBQ, a meat-fuelled farewell to a great Arts Fest weekend!
Come and enjoy a FREE Hot Dog Extravaganza with gourmet toppings bar, courtesy of our friends at the Dawson City General Store and the Dawson City Fire Department!
Musical Stylings by DJ Glizzy MCGuire

WEAVING THE MIDNIGHT SUN
2025-06-18 08:00 - 17:00 | Klondike Institute of Art & Culture (KIAC), 902 2nd Avenue, Dawson City
CLOSED SATURDAY JUNE 21ST for INDIGENOUS PEOPLE’S DAY
Dates: June 12th – August 30th, 2025 Gallery Hours: Tuesdays – Fridays: 10am – 5pm & Saturdays: 12 – 4pm Location: ODD Gallery, Dënäkär Zho | KIAC Indigenous Territory: Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in territory, Dawson City, Yukon

WEAVING THE MIDNIGHT SUN

Weaving the Midnight Sun is a celebration of fibre practice in the Yukon — a region shaped by long winters, luminous summers, and the steady rhythm of handwork passed between generations. This exhibition brings together the work of artists and makers from the Northern Fibres Guild, an organization that has supported and nurtured Yukon fibre artists since its beginnings in 1974.

Rooted in traditional techniques like spinning, weaving, dyeing, and felting, and expanding into contemporary interpretations of textile art, these works speak to the resourcefulness, creativity, and quiet resilience of making in the North. Each piece carries a unique story — of material transformed, of time held in stitch and thread, of ideas shared in community.

Like the midnight sun itself, these works radiate warmth, clarity, and a sense of wonder. They invite us to consider the power of slow, intentional creation — and the ways in which fibre connects us to the land, to each other, and to the long thread of creative practice that we continue to weave together.

Northern Fibres Guild

The Northern Fibres Guild is a community of artists, makers, and enthusiasts dedicated to the fibre arts in the Yukon. Founded in 1974 as the Yukon Weavers’ Guild, the organization has grown over the decades to embrace a wide range of traditional and contemporary textile practices — including spinning, weaving, dyeing, knitting, felting, sewing, and more. Based in Whitehorse and open to members from across the territory and beyond, the Guild provides a welcoming space for people of all skill levels to learn, create, and connect. Through regular workshops, exhibitions, artist talks, and social events, we foster the exchange of knowledge, ideas, and inspiration among fibre lovers of all backgrounds. Our members are united by a shared appreciation for slow, hands-on making and the rich creative possibilities of natural and reclaimed materials. Whether you’re just picking up a drop spindle for the first time or have years of experience behind a loom, the Northern Fibres Guild is here to support your fibre journey. Join us to be part of a vibrant, intergenerational community where creativity is nurtured, skills are shared, and the threads of tradition and innovation are woven together in the North..

We are grateful for the support of Canada Council for the Arts along with the Yukon Tourism and Culture Arts Operating Funds

Learn to Jam: Old Crow Tunes
2025-06-22 13:00 - 15:00 | Klondike Institute of Art & Culture (KIAC), 902 2nd Avenue, Dawson City
Old Crow Fiddle Tunes with Boyd Benjamin & Kevin Barr this Sunday at KIAC!
Join celebrated musicians Boyd Benjamin and Kevin Barr for a welcoming workshop focused on Old Crow fiddle tunes, jamming, and gigging.
All acoustic instruments and skill levels are welcome! Whether you’re a beginner or seasoned player, come learn, play, and connect.
Instruments: Limited instruments available to borrow — bring your own if you can!
Register: Email programs@kiac.ca or just drop in.Fee: $25 (cash only) – accessible pricing options available.
Don’t miss this chance to jam with two Yukon legends!

CANCELLED: Solstice Saint-Jean Concert at Dënäkär Zho / KIAC Ballroom
2025-06-24 19:30 - 22:30 | Klondike Institute of Art & Culture (KIAC), 902 2nd Avenue, Dawson City
[English version follows]
Célébrez le jour le plus long dans une ambiance festive!
Profitez du soleil de minuit en assistant au concert du Solstice Saint-Jean à Dawson! Dès 20 h, le Klondike Institute of Art & Culture (KIAC) vous invite à des performances musicales avec le groupe Ketchup & Mustard Old Time Gang et l’artiste québécoise Brigitte Jardin, accompagnée de son acolyte préférée, Caroline Allatt. Une soirée au rythme country-folk vous attend!
Événement bilingue. Entrée libre.

À propos de Brigitte Jardin :
Originaire du Québec, Brigitte Jardin a découvert le Yukon a l’âge de 17 ans et en est tombée amoureuse. À travers sa musique, elle tisse un univers sonore où le country des années 60 s’entrelace avec la chanson francophone, créant une signature musicale à la fois rétro, sensible et résolument personnelle.

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Renseignements :
Laurence Vandal-CôtéGestionnaire, Arts et Culture867 668-2663, poste 840lvandalcote@afy.ca

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En partenariat avec :
Unis TVJazz YukonThe Klondike Institute of Art and Culture (KIAC)

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Commandité par :
Aurore Boréale

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Merci à :
Gouvernement du CanadaGouvernement du YukonLotteries Yukon

Ce projet est rendu possible grâce au Fonds de fonctionnement pour les arts – Volet projet annuel qui relève du ministre du tourisme et de la culture John Streicker
Nous tenons à informer les personnes participantes que des photos pourraient être prises pendant l’évènement et utilisées à des fins promotionnelles.

// English version //

Celebrate the longest day of the year in a festive atmosphere!
Enjoy the midnight sun at the Solstice Saint-Jean concert in Dawson!Starting at 8:00 p.m., the Klondike Institute of Art & Culture (KIAC) invites you to a live performance by the band Ketchup & Mustard Old Time Gang and Quebec artist Brigitte Jardin, joined by her favorite musical partner Caroline Allatt. Get ready for a night of country-folk rhythms!Bilingual event. Free admission.

About Brigitte Jardin:
Originally from Quebec, Brigitte Jardin discovered the Yukon when she was 17 and instantly fell in love. Through her music, she creates a sonic universe where 1960s country blends with francophone songs, crafting a musical signature that is both retro, heartfelt, and deeply personal.

Contact:
Laurence Vandal-CôtéArts and Culture Manager867 668-2663, ext. 840lvandalcote@afy.ca

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In partnership with:
Unis TVJazz YukonThe Klondike Institute of Art and Culture (KIAC)

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Sponsored by:
Aurore Boréale

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Thanks to:
Government of CanadaGovernment of YukonYukon Lotteries

This project is made possible thanks to the Arts Operating Fund – Annual Project, under the Minister of Tourism and Culture, John Streicker.
Please note that photos may be taken during the event and used for promotional purposes.

Solstice Saint-jean RESCHEDULED: Brigitte Jardin + Ketchup & Mustard Old Time Gang at KIAC (FREE SHOW)
2025-07-04 19:30 - 22:00 | Klondike Institute of Art & Culture (KIAC), 902 2nd Avenue, Dawson City
L’événement du Solstice Saint-Jean, qui devait avoir lieu le 24 juin, est reporté à la semaine prochaine, le vendredi 4 juillet, à 20 h, au Klondike Institute of Art & Culture (KIAC). Venez nombreux pour profiter de performances musicales avec le groupe Ketchup & Mustard Old Time Gang et l’artiste québécoise Brigitte Jardin. Une soirée aux rythmes country-folk vous attend! Entrée libre.
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The Saint-Jean Solstice event, which was scheduled to take place on June 24th, is postponed to Friday, July 4th, at 8:00 p.m. Come one and all to enjoy musical performances with the Ketchup & Mustard Old Time Gang and the Quebec artist Brigitte Jardin. An evening of country-folk rhythms awaits you! Free admission.

DCAS / KIAC Annual General Meeting 2025
2025-07-08 18:30 - 20:00 | Klondike Institute of Art & Culture (KIAC), 902 2nd Avenue, Dawson City
Dawson City Arts Society / Klondike Institute of Art & Culture 2025 Annual General Meeting
Tuesday July 8, 6:30-8pm in the Dënäkär Zho / KIAC Ballroom
Join us for the Dawson City Arts Society / Klondike Institute of Art & Culture Annual General Meeting! Hear about our last year of activities and what we have planned for the future. We will present our financial reports, elect the Board of Directors, and update our members about some of our big projects including upcoming renovations. Snacks provided.
Dawson City Arts Society (DCAS) is a community organization created to enrich the quality of life in the Yukon through the enhancement of arts, culture and the economy. Its operating arm is the Klondike Institute of Art and Culture (KIAC). DCAS is a partner in the Yukon School and Visual Arts (alongside Yukon University and Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in) and the Klondike Development Organization.
REGISTER
Please register in advance here. You can choose to attend in person or through Zoom. You do NOT have to register to attend, but registering for the AGM will allow us to plan accordingly, send out reminders with links, meeting packages and financial reports. (Help us save paper!)
WANT TO JOIN DCAS LEADERSHIP?
There are 2 ways to engage with DCAS as a community leader: Join the Board of Directors, or join a Committee. You can find more information about joining the Board of Directors or Committees on the registration form here.

Pride Decor Making Drop-in
2025-07-11 17:00 - 21:00 | Klondike Institute of Art & Culture (KIAC), 902 2nd Avenue, Dawson City
Join us to prepare for the Dawson City Pride Parade with a decoration making drop-in in the KIAC classroom.
We will have sign, wagon float, and general decor making supplies.
The drop-in fee will be by donation.
Bring your friends and family!!

Gwaandak Theatre Indigenous Summer Play Readings
2025-07-13 17:00 - 19:30 | Klondike Institute of Art & Culture (KIAC), 902 2nd Avenue, Dawson City
Let us tell you a story…
Join Gwaandak Theatre for our annual Indigenous Summer Play Readings! This Season, we are proud to be presenting two scripts that are new to the Yukon: The Spirit of the Valley by Frank Henry Kaash Katasse and Jordan by Yvette Nolan, with presentations in Whitehorse, Dawson City, and Haines Junction.
This annual summer tour creates opportunities for emerging theatre artists, promotes stronger community connections, and showcases both new and returning Indigenous scripts to local audiences. We invite you to experience these stories with us!
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Sunday July 13th – 5:30PM Reading Start / 5PM Doors – The Spirit of the Valley & JordanDënäkär Zho / KIAC BallroomDawson City YT
Free tickets will be available at the Dënäkär Zho / KIAC Ballroom when doors open at 5:00PM prior to the start of the readings at 5:30PM. Donations to KIAC will be accepted.
Both scripts will be read at this event, with a short intermission in-between.
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*Stay tuned for dates & times of encore radio presentationsof both scripts on CFYT 106.9FM, subject to recording quality. Please follow KIAC and CFYT 106.9FM for updates!
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The Spirit of the ValleyWritten by Frank Henry Kaash KatasseDirected by Isabelle Katoogoo James-Walker
On a family vacation to their cabin nestled in the beautiful wilderness of Alaska, Tlingit twins Kaash and Shaa find themselves on the adventure of a lifetime! Suddenly separated from their family and from each other, they have to figure out how to reunite and above all, how to save the valley that they love so dearly. Join these clever kids on their journey as they face ferocious Wolves, rap battle the fast-talking Raven, reason with the dramatic Bear, and search for the elusive Spirit of the Valley. This show is fun for the whole family and asks the important question, “What can you do to protect the magnificent land and nature that surrounds you?”
This play was developed as the “Playwright in Residence” at La Jolla Playhouse and had itʼs World Premiere with Perseverance Theatre.
Ages 6+~60 Minutes
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JordanWritten by Yvette NolanDirected by Keira Ash
Jordan is a play that depicts Jordan River Anderson as a superhero. Awakening in a hospital, Jordan discovers newfound abilities to speak and move, guided by his spirit bear companion, Maskwa. The story addresses the healthcare challenges faced by Indigenous children, highlighting the significance of Jordan’s Principle in ensuring equal healthcare for First Nations youth. Jordan represents hope and resilience, reflecting the broader struggle for justice within Indigenous communities.
This play was created by an Indigenous-led team, with the blessing of Jordan River Anderson’s family.
Ages 6+~60 Minutes
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Thank you to the Klondike Institute of Art and Culture (KIAC) for presenting these readings!
ISPR 2025 is funded by The Government of Yukon,Canada Council for the Arts & The City of Whitehorse.
For a full list of sponsors and supporters, including other presenting organizations, or to find out more about the creative team, please visit: gwaandaktheatre.ca/indigenous-summer-play-readings-2025

Dawson City Pride
2025-07-14 14:00 - 20:00 | Klondike Institute of Art & Culture (KIAC), 902 2nd Avenue, Dawson City
Dawson City Pride will be held on July 14th in the park along the dike by the picnic shelter.
Pride will begin with a flag raising at the fire hall and a wagon float parade along the dike.
Then we will all have a picnic in the park and share stories, play games, and hang out.
See you there!

Bandana Screenprinting Workshop
2025-07-16 18:00 - 22:00 | Klondike Institute of Art & Culture (KIAC), 902 2nd Avenue, Dawson City
Design your own bandana at KIAC on July 16th 6-10pm!
This 4 hour workshop will be an opportunity to learn how to screenprint as well as understand and try out pattern design!
The workshop will be $20 per person however accessible options can be avaliable if you email programs@kiac.ca.
There is only space for 8 participants in this course to please register here and let us know that your interested!
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Puppet Making Workshops
2025-07-22 18:00 - 21:00 | Klondike Institute of Art & Culture (KIAC), 902 2nd Avenue, Dawson City
Join us at KIAC and learn to make hand puppets with Emilie McGrath!
We will be spending two evenings working on creating and decorating a puppet in the KIAC classroom from 6-9 PM on July 22nd and 23rd.
This workshop is open to anyone however, if you are under 14 please bring an adult.
This is a no-sew puppet so there is no need to bring a sewing machine. However, if you have other supplies you’d like to use you are welcome to bring those.
There will be a cap of 10 people in this workshop so we ask that you register here and bring $20 cash to pay at the door.
Thank you so much, looking forward to crafting with you!
Registration is full! Catch you next time!

ODD Gallery MEMBER'S ACCESS: October - November 2025 RESERVATIONS
2025-07-24 08:00 - 2025-09-19 12:00 | ODD Gallery
Reserve Your Member’s Access Spot for October or November, 2025

The ODD Gallery is now accepting bookings from KIAC members. (New members always welcome!)
October 7th – November 21st, 2025
This could be an opportunity to photo-document your work, to workshop an installation, or work on a project. The Gallery Members’ Access time is for private use, but small public events may be possible on a case-by-case basis (ie. small presentation, conversation, or viewing open to peers / public). Let us know what you’d like to do on this form! Proposed activities should be self-sufficient and independent of KIAC staff.

Bookings are first-come, first-served (pending approval)
Space can be reserved for up to 14 days at a time (including evenings and weekends)
Approved dates may be shorter than requested, depending on interest / scheduling
DEADLINE for bookings: September 19th, 2025 at NOON Yukon Time

Please fill out this form to make a booking
Not sure if your project fits? Give us a call or send us an email.
Please contact Jessica Svenningson in the gallery to discuss ideas and availability.
993 5005 or gallery@kiac.ca

@canada.gov.ca - LIVE in Dawson City, Yukon
2025-07-26 19:30 - 22:00 | Klondike Institute of Art & Culture (KIAC), 902 2nd Avenue, Dawson City
The admin makes his journey to the Paris of the North for the first time
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well folks – I will be honest, this is the show I have been most excited for since I started doing shows across Canada in January of 2023. “One day” I said to myself, “I will go to Dawson City.” That time has come. After a series of sold out shows in Calgary, Edmonton, Saskatoon and Winnipeg in January, the Admin is now looking to close the loop with shows in Victoria and Whitehorse, Dawson City and maybe more 🙂 Be sure to be a part of this and get your tickets quickly because this show at Dënäkär Zho – Klondike Institute of Art & Culture is sure to sell out! And the afterparty? We have you covered. The whole gang will take the party over to The Pit where yours truly will likely be dropping house music edits of your favourite CanCon hits LOL. DJ Admin? Sure. But what is the show exactly? Imagine a couple drinks with a knowledgeable friend – who just happens to have a PowerPoint presentation ready 😂 somewhere between formal and informal. A tipsy ted talk, if you will. It’s not stand-up, it’s not a podcast, it’s @canada.gov.ca – see you there!
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CLICK HERE TO BUY TICKETS
Act fast, we expect a sell-out

2025-07-27 11:00 - 16:00 | Klondike Institute of Art & Culture (KIAC), 902 2nd Avenue, Dawson City
BRUNCH OF DREAMS – a post-sleepover party
Sunday, July 27th. 11 am – 4 pm
At the KIAC Artist Residence in the Macaulay House and Yard space.
Cindy Baker and roses invite you to their Brunch of Dreams, a post-sleepover party-style performative workshop and art installation where you will be encouraged to share your dreams, play art games of chance, and leave with a permanent magical memento inked onto your body by the artists themselves.
Take time to rest, tend, and attune to shared symbology as we partake in aftercare rituals – bask in the energy of the afterglow.
Wear your pyjamas, bring a snack or drink to share (brunch, coffee, and mimosas provided), and your collaborative spirit that we may create a space for generosity and care.

Macaulay House Artists in Residence: Roseanna Joy Nay (roses) and Cindy Baker
During their residency at the Macaulay House, artists Roseanna Joy Nay (roses) and Cindy Baker will explore themes of intergenerational queer mentorship, shared intimacy, and the unconscious mind through a collaborative, exploratory art practice. Their project will focus on the intersection of personal and collective dreams, using an intuitive, object-driven process to develop a shared language of symbols, histories, and queer vernacular.
Informed by the landscape of Dawson City and the local history, the duo will embark on a creative journey that blends the conscious and unconscious—allowing their dreams and waking experiences to intertwine.
Their practice will focus on building an embodied “dreamspace,” where daily rituals, found objects, handmade props, and materials drawn from their shared queer semiology will help manifest a collaborative unconscious landscape. While the exact outcome of their residency remains open-ended, their aim is to create a space where meaning emerges from irrational imagery, dreams, and everyday interactions.
The residency will be a deep dive into the ways intimate, intergenerational queer relationships inform artistic creation, with an emphasis on mutual care and exchange. Both artists hope that the residency will help refine their collaborative process, enriching their work and inspiring new ideas that might evolve into future public or private presentations.

Access as an Art: A Community Exploration
2025-08-05 17:00 - 20:00 | Yukon School of Visual Arts (SOVA), 982 Third Ave, Dawson City, Yukon Territory, Y0B1G0, Canada
Come join us at the School of Visual Arts Confluence Gallery August 5th from 5pm – 8pm to celebrate community art installed with accessible intention.
Regular Gallery Operating Hours:
August 6th – 8th: 2pm – 6pm
August 9th – 12th: 10am – 5pm
Public Artist Talk:
August 12th: 12pm – 1pm
Puppets, paintings, kites, quilts, pillows and more await your interaction!
See you there!

Access is an Art: A Community Exploration at the Yukon School of Visual Arts Confluence Gallery
2025-08-06 14:00 - 18:00 | Klondike Institute of Art & Culture (KIAC), 902 2nd Avenue, Dawson City
A community art exhibition installed with accessible intention

Regular Gallery Operating Hours:

August 6th – 8th: 2pm – 6pm

August 9th – 12th: 10am – 5pm

Public Art Talk:

August 12th: 12pm – 1pm

Puppets, paintings, kites, quilts, pillows and more await your interaction!

Dawson City Honky Tonk Festival kick-off at the Palace Grand Theatre
2025-08-08 19:00 - 23:30 | Klondike Institute of Art & Culture (KIAC), 902 2nd Avenue, Dawson City
In Partnership with the Dawson City Honky Tonk Festival, Klondike Institute of Art & Culture, and Parks Canada Klondike National Historic Sites
Join us at the Palace Grand for the opening show of this year’s annual Dawson City Honky Tonk. One hell of a show brought to you in partnership with KIAC, Parks Canada and Dawson City Honky Tonk.
For the very first time Babetown Stringband has formed with babes from across the Yukon, far and wide, bringing you the baddest Square dance you’ve ever seen.
Up next, Wildfire! ““We got twang, grit, and rhythm!” — Hailing from both shores of the mighty Yukon River, WILDFIRE blends classic country and blues sounds with a touch of their own homegrown feel. Two-steppin’, waltzin’, and foot-tappin’ strongly encouraged.”Up next, Bar
Then, Bar Jay Bar, old-time country songwriter currently living in Sheridan, Wyoming. Up in Dawson City to play the honky-tonk favorites for all your dancing needs.
Doors – 7:00 / music at 7:30

The General Store - Open Studio & Artist Talk at Ruby's Place - Nahanni McKay & Ben Evely
2025-08-22 08:00 - 17:00 | Ruby’s Place, 914 2nd avenue, Dawson City, Yukon, Y0B1G0, Canada
You are invited to an open studio of The General Store!
Macaulay House Artists in Residence Ben Evely and Nahanni McKay invite you to their Open Studio and Artist Talk at Ruby’s Place, a Parks Canada KNHS building, right next to KIAC!
📅When: Friday, August 29th, 6 to 8 pm (Artist Talk at 7pm)
📍Where: Ruby’s Place, 914 2nd Avenue
All welcome, refreshments served!
Showcasing a collection of new works and work in progress, The General Store is a collaborative project by current KIAC artists in residence Nahanni Mckay and Ben Evely. Inspired by growing up in Banff, Alberta (on Treaty 7 Territory), the duo’s work examines the commodification of nature, and the way places are shaped by tourism and recreation. Many small towns have shops selling a broad variety of goods, often a general store. The open studio includes artworks that span various mediums and concepts related to their shared experiences.
The pair are drawn to the historical impacts of colonialism and the gold rush in Dawson City and current initiatives for reconciliation with First Nations, and instilling respect for the land. The seasonal tourism economy, and vibrant art community make Dawson an ideal setting to further expand on their ideas.
Big thanks to Parks Canada KHNS and The Bunkhouse for supporting this residency project!

Margaret Bowes - Macaulay House Artist in Residence - Open Studio
2025-08-23 15:00 - 17:00 | Macaulay House Artist Residence, Princess and 7th, Dawson City, Yukon, Y0B1G0, Canada
Join current KIAC Artist in Residence Margaret Bowes at the Macaulay House on Saturday, August 23 at 3pm for an afternoon of conversation, work-in-progress, and hands-on curiosity. Visitors are invited to explore her studio, view recent experiments, and share ideas over snacks and fireweed tea. Margaret’s research focuses on pigments sourced from local minerals and plants shaped by wildfire, industrial activity, and mining history. With a background in visual arts and forestry, she works at the intersection of ecology, material culture, and place, using foraging, alternative photographic processes, and printmaking to explore how pigment can hold stories of land and its transformations. All welcome, refreshments will be served
