VANCOUVER & AREA:
Vancouver Ukulele Circle - Vancouver, B.C. Formed in September 2000 by Ralph Shaw, Vancouver's own "King of the Ukulele", and Virginia Ise, the Vancouver Ukulele Circle provides a place where ukulele enthusiasts can meet monthly, play some songs and have a few laughs. We meet on the third Tuesday of every month, and you're welcome to join us.
Cloverdale Ukulele Circle - This is a social group of older adults who welcome beginners and more experienced players as well as those who just want to sing along. It meets, at the Cloverdale Recreation Centre, Surrey, BC. First timers are welcome to take part in a session before joining the Recreation Centre. Annual Seniors Fee: $25. For information contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. at Cloverdale Ukulele Circle.
Coquitlam Ukulele Tiny Instrument Enthusiasts (CUTIE) Circle - The Coquitlam Ukulele Tiny Instrument Enthusiasts Circle was formed in the summer of 2014. Led by the talented musician and luthier, Paul Joaquin, the Cuties are a bunch of fun-loving people who all share the joy of playing the friendly ukulele in a song circle on the second Sunday of every month at the Evergreen Cultural Centre in Coquitlam. The goal of the Cutie Circle is to bring joy and music to the community through the playing of the ukulele as a group. For more info, visit cutiecircle.com.
Delta Ukulele Circle - (Formerly The South Surrey / White Rock Ukulele Circle) meets on the first Saturday of every month from 2:30 pm to 5:00 pm at the North Delta Centre for the Arts, 11425 - 84th Ave. Delta. Admission is $5 at the door. Led by Gary Cyr, it offers a place for ukulele players of all skill levels from absolute beginners to advanced. Songs are easy to follow and you will have fun and develop your playing skills at the same time. Songs range from a variety of folk, pop and rock tunes from out club songbooks.
Port Moody Uke Night, Port Moody, B.C. - Meets every 2nd Wednesday of each month at the Rocky Point Tap House, 2524 St. Johns St. in Port Moody, B.C. from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. There is a suggested drop-in fee of $2-$5, and the group uses the "Heritage Uke Club" Songbooks for their sing-a-longs on Wednesday. There's two new songs added each time they meet - available through email. Attendees are invited to bring their own ukes, or use one of the limited numbers available on loan. Enjoy the "Open Mic" time each time they meet. Contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for further info. or ph. (604) 626-1464.
Other clubs and groups in B.C. - List of other Ukulele clubs and groups in the Vancouver and Lower Mainland area. (information courtesy of the Vancouver Ukulele Circle)
SUNSHINE COAST:
Beachcomers Ukulele Group Singers (BUGS) - "A Happy musical group of Ukulele Friends who meet weekly to play together, and sometimes take ourselves out into the community to share the joy and fun of strumming and singing along". The group is located in on the Sunshine Coast B.C. The group meets every 2nd Thursday of the month at the Gumboot Cafe in Roberts Creek from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m., and also at the Gibson's Public Market every 3rd Saturday afternoon 2:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Contact: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or website: https://www.bugssc.com
BC - INTERIOR:
The Underground Ukulele Circle (TUUC) - "A small but fierce ukulele circle" in the heart of the East Kootenay region in the interior of BC. The Underground Ukulele Circle (or TUUC) is part of the Fernie Ukulele Orchestra. They meet for jams at 7:30pm on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at Clawhammer Letterpress Gallery (661-2nd Ave, Fernie BC). This circle encourages drop-ins, but also has a year round membership. All ages are welcome. Contact: Anie Hepher at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Penticton Ukes - Formed November 2014, the group meets for a friendly community "Strumalong and Sing" every Wednesday evening from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the South Main Senior's Drop-in Centre, 2965 South Main Street, Penticton, BC, V2A 5J7. Everyone is welcome!
Contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., Ukulele Program and Activity Leader, 250-462-0023.
Merritt Ukulele Circle - Formed November 2020, the group meets on the 2nd & 4th Tuesdays of the month from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Nicola Valley Arts Council office at 2051 Voght Ave. in Merritt, BC.
(No meetings in July and August) Contact - This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or visit the Merritt Ukulele Circle website.
Ukulele Orchestra of Kamloops - The Ukulele Orchestra of Kamloops (UOK) adopted it’s name in October of 2013 and has since registered as a Society under the Societies Act of B.C. UOK has developed into a vibrant and busy group that meets regularly each week and also embraces several smaller interest groups amongst its membership. UOK members frequently perform at a variety of local venues and host ukulele workshops, lessons, circles and a very successful annual festival in Sorrento, B.C. In June.
For more information contact: ukuleleorchestraofkamloops
VANCOUVER ISLAND - SOUTH:
Esquimalt Rec Centre - offers both fall and spring eight-week courses on Thursdays, 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Please contact the Rec Center for up-to-date times and fees. The sessions are held at the Esquimalt Rec Centre, 527 Fraser St., Equimalt, B.C., V9A 6H6. For more information: Ph. (250) 412-8500. (250) 412-8500 or email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Monterey Ukulele Club - Victoria, B.C. The group meets year-round on Mondays from 1-3 pm (except for statutory holidays) at the Monterey Recreation Centre in Victoria, B.C. Membership. Membership has grown to over 50 since the resurgence in the popularity of the ukulele in recent years.
For further information contact: The Monterey Rec Centre (250) 370-3700
Valley Seniors Ukulele Group - Duncan, B.C. The group meets on Fridays at 1:00 p.m. at the Valley Seniors Organization (Centre), 198 Government St., Duncan BC., V9L 1A2. You must be a member of the Valley Seniors Organization. The group allows two free visits to check it out.
Contact: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or ph. (250) 709-2171 for more info.
website: Valley Seniors Organization VSO Centre ph: (250) 746-4433
Victoria Ukulele Orchestra - has begun rehearsing at the Collaboration Hub at 1038 Hillside Ave.Wednesdays 5:00 - 6:00 pm. This group is open to all players that play by tab and or by notes. Baritone and “C” ukulele parts are included. The music is international and of various genres. Our focus to begin with is on skill building. The group will be mainly instructional and mostly instrumental, with some performance opportunities. Instructor is Anna Lyman, B.Mus.
VANCOUVER ISLAND - NORTH:
Nanaimo Ukulele Circle - The Nanaimo Ukulele Circle meets once a month at various times and locations in Nanaimo, B.C. The group offers "opportunities to 'jam', showcase, learn, and support others who share a passion for making music on the ukulele". Please visit their website or call Ph. (778) 265-1074 for further details and meeting times.
Evergreen Ukulele Club - Comox Valley, B.C. The group meets regularly every 2nd and 4th Tuesdays as part of the "Evergreen Seniors Club" in Courtenay. Since starting up 2 years ago, the group averages between 25-30 members for some fun, singing and stumming on the uke.
For more information, Ph. (250) 338-2163 or email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Fretted Friends - Black Creek, B.C. The group meets every 1st and 3rd Thursday evenings at the Black Creek Hall. The meetings provide instruction and group playing for beginners and experienced ukulele enthusiasts in the Black Creek area on Vancouver Island.
Nanaimo and Parksville Ukulele Orchestras - For all ukulele players who wish to play in an orchestra-like group. Play by tab or play by notes. Baritone and "C" ukulele parts are included. All types of music.
In NANAIMO: Rehearsals on Tuesdays 3:30 - 4:30 at 1125 Thunderbird Ave, Nanaimo.
In PARKSVILLE: Rehearsals on Tuesdays 11:30 - 12:30 at St. Mary’s Anglican Church in Nanoose, B.C.
Contact : VI Uke or ph: Anna Lyman at Ph. (778) 265-1047. Some private lessons available.
Time For Uke - Courtenay, B.C. - An amazing group of retired ukulele teachers who perform regularly and provide entertainment to young and old alike. It just goes to show that music is a life-long gift that continues to give pleasure to all. This talented group plays everything from Classical to Pop / Rock. Check thier website for local performances in the N.Island area.