Arts Alive is Oak Bay Parks, Recreation and Culture’s annual public art program where sculptures are selected by a peer jury to be displayed for up to a year at outdoor sites in our municipality. They are on temporary loan by the artists who are sponsored by a local business or community group. Each year, the Municipality of Oak Bay considers purchasing public art from the Arts Alive program to become part of its permanent public art collection. Between July and November 2023, the public is invited to vote for their favourite artwork. The 3 sculptures that received the most votes will be evaluated by the Arts Alive Jury to determine which artwork will earn the title of ‘People’s Choice,’. This sculpture will be among the sculptures considered for purchase. The theme for Arts Alive 2023 is “What is Home.” Join us at the Arts Alive Opening Celebration! Immerse yourself in a captivating fusion of art and music as Pacific Opera Victoria singers serenades each magnificent sculpture of 2023. Follow along on bike for a unique, rhythmic journey through the city or hop on our exciting tour to witness the enchantment unfold. Don’t miss out! Mayor’s Welcome & Garden Reception: 7:25pm Directly following the tour, mingle with the artists, sponsors and supporters who have made this program possible. Book a Bicycle Receive a 20% discount at Oak Bay Bicycles when you book your bicycle rental online at www.oakbaybikes.comuse code ARTSALIVE23. Accessibility options available. Please contact apass@oakbay.ca. Tour Route: https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/edit… Sculpture Details & Map: www.oakbay.ca/parks-recreation/arts-culture/artsalive TOUR: 5:00–7:15pm Starting at McNeill Bay and finishing at Causton’s Green on Hampshire Road. Follow on bike as Pacific Opera Victoria serenades each of the 2023 sculptures, or meet the tour at select locations at the following times: 5:00 – Dreamy Blue Bear 5:25 – Lullaby Antenna for a Blue Planet 5:45 – Home Is Where Family Is 5:55 – Family 6:10 – Home Is Not A House 6:30 – Horaltic Pose – Cormorant 6:45 – Shelter 6:55 – Sleeping Beauty 7:10 – In-Den-Tation 7:20 – Birth of the World