The Vancouver International Guitar Festival is an international showcase celebrating the art and craft of contemporary guitar making, both acoustic and electric.
When: September 24 to 25, 2022
Time: 10 am to 5 pm (Saturday), 10 am to 4 pm (Sunday) for exhibition
Where: Creekside Community Recreation Centre – 1 Athletes Way, Vancouver
Tickets: Available online. Entry to the festival starts at $27.50 for a one-day pass and $47.50 for a two-day pass, with students and children pricing also available.
“We present the work of master luthiers from Canada, United States and around the world. In addition to the exhibition, VIGF offers guitar master classes, live demo sessions performed by our roster of world class musicians. Attendees can also take a break in the Time Out Bar while enjoying live concerts and instrument demos. The lineup of musicians includes David Martone, Terry Robb, Itamar Erez, Paul Pigat, and Josue Tacoronte Otero.”
VIGF will also award the 2022 Luthier Industry Builder Award during the festival.
New to VIGF this year is the Canadian debut of the Boutique Guitar Showcase. Curator Jamie Gale will spotlight 50 unique handmade guitars, chosen to represent the latest and greatest in contemporary guitar making.