The Yukon Prize Celebration Evening is more than an award show — it’s the arts event of the year.
Join us on October 4 for an unforgettable night celebrating the best of Yukon visual, performing, and culinary arts. From the dazzling performances by Erica Dee Mah and the Dakhká Khwáan Dancers, to the Festival of Small Plates where six chefs create dishes inspired by our six finalists — this is one event you don’t want to miss.
🖼️ View the Finalists’ Exhibition.
📸 Snap a photo in the Portrait Parlor.
🎉 Cheer for the 2025 Yukon Prize recipient.
🍽️ Feast, mingle, and celebrate Yukon’s creative brilliance.
Ticket options:
🎫 $100 Regular
🌟 $200 Supporter (includes a $100 charitable tax receipt)
🎟️ $30 Discounted (available to artists and low-income art lovers — in person or by phone at the Yukon Arts Centre Box Office)
👉 Regular and Supporter tickets are available online or in person at the Box Office.
In-person hours: Monday–Friday, 1–4 pm or call 867-667-8574
We can’t wait to celebrate with you!
Coming to the Yukon for the Prize Weekend?
With three full days of arts programming — the Yukon Prize Festival Weekend (October 3–5, 2025) is also a chance to experience the breathtaking land that inspires so many of the territory’s artists. From stunning fall colours to the northern lights that inspired our logo, this is a magical time to visit.The Yukon Prize Festival Weekend only comes around every two years. Don’t miss this opportunity!
✨ Planning Your Trip
Hotel + Flight Packages
Air North, Yukon’s Airline, has travel packages available — explore options or contact Heather Watson at watsonh@flyairnorth.com.
Curated Art Tour
Want to explore with an expert? Contact art travel specialist Michelle Sitbon at michelle@yourartvoyage.com.
Where to Stay
For a cozy, local experience, check out Neighbourly North or contact them at info@neighbourlynorth.com / +1 867-333-2514.
Rental Cars
Special rates are available through Budget Car Rentals in Whitehorse — call 867-667-6200 and mention the Yukon Prize!
Alumni News
So much to celebrate from Yukon Prize artists!🧡 Krystle Silverfox’s solo show is on now at MacAulay Fine Art in Vancouver — catch it before it closes on April 19!
🌿 Guná Jensen is in residence in Aotearoa (New Zealand), spending three weeks immersed in Māori arts and culture with Te Wheke Moko Design Studio — and even receiving her first Tā moko!
🧵 Sho Sho Esquiro served as a juror for the CICA Vancouver x Jelina Couture Awards — congrats to the emerging artists recognized!
📚 Cole Pauls launched his new book We See Stars Only at Night at Vancouver Comic Con in March — grab your copy!
🖼️ Jeneen Frei Njootli recently exhibited work at the Plural Art Fair in Montreal with Macaulay & Co. Fine Art.
👗 Kaylyn Baker and Robyn McLeod will be featured at Santa Fe Native Fashion Week, happening May 7–11 — mark your calendars!
🌟 And a shout-out to Randi Nelson, whose fashion was recently featured in Vogue Italia! Read it here →
In the Giving Spirit?
To make a charitable donation online to support Yukon art and artists through the Yukon Prize, please donate through our partner, the Yukon Arts Foundation, via Canada Helps.
You will receive a charitable donation receipt immediately by email from Canada Helps, identifying your support for the Yukon Prize for Visual Arts.