When people think about family activities in Burnaby, places like Central Park, Burnaby Village Museum, or Deer Lake often come to mind. But tucked away in South Burnaby is a local creative space that has quietly been inspiring young artists for the past decade.
If you haven't heard of Young Artists' Place, their 10-Year Anniversary Special Event is the perfect reason to discover it.
Located near the Royal Oak and Rumble intersection, Young Artists' Place is a locally owned visual arts studio offering small art classes for children and teens. Their instructors are professional working artists, classes are intentionally kept small, and the focus is on building real artistic skills while encouraging creativity and confidence.
Why This Event Caught Our Eye
This isn't your typical open house.
On Saturday, August 8, the studio is opening its doors to the community with a full day of creative experiences including:
- Design-your-own sticker station
- Live painting demonstrations
- Fun photo booth
- Drop-in art activities
- One-hour trial art classes for new students
Whether your child loves drawing every day or simply enjoys making something with their hands, it's a fun way to explore a local art studio without committing to a full program.
More Than Just an Art Class
One thing that stood out to us is Young Artists' Place's teaching philosophy.
Rather than simply copying projects, students are encouraged to learn artistic techniques while making their own creative decisions. Younger children build confidence through step-by-step lessons, while older students develop drawing and painting fundamentals that help them express their own ideas. Classes are also kept to a maximum of six students, allowing for plenty of individual attention.
Supporting Local Creativity
At Busybee Creates, we love highlighting businesses that help make our community more creative.
Young Artists' Place has spent the last 10 years helping young people discover the joy of making art, and milestones like this deserve to be celebrated.
If you're looking for a family-friendly outing that's a little different from the usual weekend routine, this is a wonderful opportunity to support a local Burnaby business while letting your kids explore their creative side.
Event Details
📅 Saturday, August 8, 2026
🕥 10:30 AM – 4:30 PM
📍 Young Artists' Place
111–7727 Royal Oak Avenue, Burnaby
If you're in the Royal Oak neighbourhood next weekend, consider dropping in—you might just discover your family's new favourite creative space.