October 2-5, 2025
Pacific Contact 2025
Pacific Contact is BC’s annual showcase conference for the performing arts. This 4-day conference attracts hundreds of performing arts professionals who gather to plan performances and develop lasting relationships that extend into communities around the province. Featuring around 40 live multi-disciplinary performances, Pacific Contact is an opportunity to get inspired and discover new artists while experiencing an exhibit hall (Contact Room), networking events, panels, meetings and workshops.
Pacific Contact Highlights
Juried Showcases
Pacific Contact presents around 40 multi-disciplinary mainstage showcases which are 15 minutes in length, as well as a family showcase with school students in attendance.
Pitch & Perform
Pitch & Perform provides 5 minute opportunities for artists to showcase or pitch, a much-loved Pacific Contact tradition. They will take place on stage and are chosen by the showcase selection panel.
Contact Room
Contact Room is an exhibit hall with booths designed to connect artists and presenters and create booking opportunities. All showcasing artists are required to have a booth in the Contact Room.
One-to-Ones
One-to-Ones offer a quick-fire round of pre-selected short 7-minute meetings between Artists, Agents and Presenters.
Panels, Meetings, & Workshops
Pacific Contact creates deep connections through professional development opportunities and networking events.
Gala Awards Dinner
The final evening’s dinner is a highlight of Pacific Contact, featuring awards and dancing.