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"Langley was an ideal choice because we already knew that many of our customers lived and worked in the area, and it provided a central access point -- from White Rock to Surrey to Abbotsford, and beyond. Based on this knowledge, we investigated further. What we found was a burgeoning community of artists, and even better, organizations and businesses devoted to the fine arts. What better place to establish a store, and to help develop that arts community even further? It turned out to be a fantastic choice. We've never looked back."

David van Berckel, President & Owner
OPUS FRAMING & ART SUPPLIES
(opened Langley store in 1997).

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Arts & Culture

Arts and culture have become the heart and soul of the City of Langley. Thanks to our strong and supportive arts community and trademark events like our annual Arts Alive Festival, the City of Langley has become an arts and culture destination for people all around the Pacific Northwest.

Building on our existing strength in arts and culture, we are experiencing exponential growth as more and more arts and culture related businesses, educational programs, events, amenities, organizations and people seek the City of Langley as the place to be.

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Arts & Culture Attractions

Langley has a wealth of cultural tourism attractions, from almost 25 commercial or heritage attractions to about 15 theatres and art galleries and nearly 30 festivals and events.

For a detailed analysis of Arts & Culture in our area, download the Langley Cultural Tourism Economic Impact Study - [PDF 1.9MB].

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Growing Arts & Culture Community

Arts Council

The Langley Arts Council is a non-profit society with approximately 800 members and/or member organizations. The arts council supports the growth, promotion and development of our local arts community through scholarships, grants, events and more. Contact: 604-534-0781.

Arts & Culture Related Businesses

There is a distinct and growing trend for arts and culture related businesses (which include everything from art galleries to house wares), especially in Downtown Langley. Artists and Art Patrons from around the Lower Mainland view the City of Langley as a destination shopping area.

Education Programs

Recognizing Langley's strength as an arts and culture community, our local schools have developed Fine Arts focused programming. In addition, our post-secondary institution, Kwantlen University College, has made their Langley campus arts-focused. We are also home to an internationally renowned community music school.

Housing Development

Recognizing the arts and culture trend, local developers are looking at Langley as the place to be for arts-focused housing.

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Opportunities

Independent research has identified several arts and cultural tourism opportunities. For instance, a Tourism Operator could coordinate and package the area's cultural and heritage resources to create a market-ready cultural tourism experience.

There is also an opportunity to integrate existing cultural tourism products with other tourism strengths in the area, such as agri-tourism (ie: wineries), cuisine tourism, sport tourism, and nature-based tourism.

  • For more information, download the Langley Cultural Tourism Economic Impact Study - [PDF 1.9MB].

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