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Art is such an integral part of our NWT culture, there is always something happening around this vast territory. Residents of the NWT are greatly influenced by its seasons. Spring is the time for festivals and gatherings as the warmer weather returns with the daylight; summer is the time to learn new techniques and collect raw materials from the land; fall brings Christmas arts and fine crafts sales; and winter is a time to create art and visit with friends and family.
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If you are looking for an annual arts festival in the NWT, visit our festival page.
Date: January 11th, 2025 to August 23rd, 2025
Community: Inuvik
The Arctic Market in Inuvik promotes local growers, artisans, crafters, bakers & chefs by providing a community retail venue for their products. The market is inclusive and welcomes everyone to participate. A list of market dates and vendors can be found here.
Date: June 17th, 2025 to June 19th, 2025
Community: Inuvik
After over a decade of hosting the Inuvik Petroleum Show, the Town of Inuvik is pleased to present the Arctic Development Expo which takes place June 17-19, 2025 in Inuvik, Northwest Territories. This event also includes an art market with talented northern artists. Keep up to date and visit the Arctic Development Expo website.
Date: July 9th, 2025 to July 14th, 2025
Community: Inuvik
The 36th Great Northern Arts Festival (GNAF) will take place from July 9 to 14, 2025. This year's theme is "Tales of the Taiga." The rich nature of the taiga, also known as the boreal forest, has always inspired many artists. Creating a space where visitors and residents connect through traditional and contemporary storytelling allows the GNAF to showcase the power of the spoken word and cultural heritage while honoring the region's unique flora and fauna.
Date: July 18th, 2025 to July 20th, 2025
Community: Yellowknife
Folk on the Rocks
Folk On The Rocks 45th Annual Music Festival- July 18-20, 2025
Date: July 23rd, 2025 to July 26th, 2025
Community: Hay River
Hay Days Festival, a celebration of music, arts and culture on the sandy, south shore of TUCHO (Great Slave Lake) in Hay River, NWT will take place July 23-26, 2025. View the full schedule of events here.
Date: August 1st, 2025 to August 3rd, 2025
Community: Yellowknife
Old Town Ramble & Ride Festival celebrates Yellowknife NWT's historic Old Town every August Civic Long Weekend. Don't miss out on a fun-filled, family-friendly weekend, from August 1 to 3.
Date: August 22nd, 2025 to August 24th, 2025
Community: Fort Smith
Fireweed Festival NT is Fort Smith’s music, arts, and culture festival, showcasing local and regional talent through performances, workshops, and community events. This year's festival will take place August 22-24, 2025.
Date: October 11th, 2025
Community: Yellowknife
Yellowknife Ski Club
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