Art Battle Victoria - August 21, 2026

Art Battle is live, competitive painting like you’ve never seen before. In three fast-paced rounds, artists battle the clock and each other to create their best work in just 20 minutes.

As they paint, you’ll move around the easels, witnessing the creative process up close. Grab a beverage, cast your vote to help decide the winner, and bid in a silent auction to take your favourite piece home.

Art Battle is a global phenomenon, with events in over 80 cities worldwide.

Artists:

This could be you! Apply here.

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Meet the coordinators:

Event Producer: Christine Richardson (she/her) - Christine has spent years shaping Victoria’s arts and nightlife, including her time as General Manager at the Victoria Event Centre. She loves creating safer spaces for self-expression and celebration. Christine is excited to bring Art Battle back to Victoria in a new venue, and when she’s not producing events, you’ll often find her running bars, coordinating harm reduction at festivals, or working behind the scenes to support the community.

Digital Communications Specialist: Nikki Frazer (she/her) - Nikki runs the photography for Art Battle and does background logistics to make the experience great for guests. She is your night of contact for auctions and voting.

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Restrictions:

This venue is All Ages

Conduct:

We do not allow discrimination or harassment of any kind. Racism, sexism, homophobia, transphobia, ableism or ageism will not be tolerated.