Important Dates

Keep informed about Arts Umbrella’s important dates and closures.

Summer 2026

• Week 1: July 6-10
• Week 2: July 13-17
• Week 3: July 20-24
• Week 4: July 27-31
• Week 5: August 4-7

Sessional Programs

• Fall Session 2026: September 21 – December 13
• Winter Session 2027: January 9 – March 12
• Spring Session 2027: April 5 – June 20

Mini Sessions

• Fall Session 2026: September 21- November 1 & November 2 – December 13
• Winter Session 2027: January 11- March 7
• Spring Session 2027: April 5 – May 16 & May 17 – June 25
  

Explorers

• Fall 2026: September 24 – December 10
• Winter 2027: January 14 – March 11
• Spring 2027: April 8 – June 24

Spring Break 2027

• Week 1: March 15-19
• Week 2: March 22-25
  

Closures

Arts Umbrella offices are closed, and no classes take place on the following days, unless otherwise noted for specific programs.

• Canada Day: July 1, 2026
• BC Day: August 3, 2026
• Labour Day: September 7, 2026
• National Day for Truth and Reconciliation: September 30, 2026
• Thanksgiving: October 10-12, 2026
• Halloween: October 31, 2026 (all afternoon/evening classes)
• Remembrance Day: November 11, 2026
• Winter Break: December 24, 2026 – January 1, 2027
• Family Day: February 15, 2027
• Easter Weekend: March 26-29, 2027
• Victoria Day: May 24, 2027
• Canada Day: July 1, 2027
• BC Day: August 2, 2027
  

Extreme Weather

In times of extreme weather, Arts Umbrella’s closure procedure aligns with that of the local public school district. In the event public schools are closed due to weather conditions, Arts Umbrella classes are also cancelled. Please check local radio, television, school board websites, and social media for school board closures.