Quilters’ Guild show in Langley draws 300+ quilt works—here’s what’s inside
More than 300 quilts will be on display in Langley for the semi-annual Quilters’ Guild show, with charity projects, raffles, tea room and a memorial tribute.
Langley is gearing up for a weekend where quilts do more than decorate beds.
The Langley Quilters’ Guild semi-annual show brings together more than 300 quilted items at the Christian Life Assembly church, and the display is built to surprise first-time visitors—because many quilts are made for purposes beyond warmth and bedding.. “We will have quilts of all sizes on display, including our Community Quilts charity projects,” said Lisa Brandt, past president and show chair.. “Visitors are often amazed to see the number of quilts donated throughout the year.”
That practical side runs through the event, from the way the guild curates what gets shown to what happens after the show ends.. The guild has 168 members, and a dedicated volunteer committee decides which quilts and quilted creations will be featured.. Brandt described the focus as a mix of artistry and community impact: members are highly skilled artisans, and attendees can expect “truly breathtaking works of art.”
More than bed quilts: community, art and raffles
The show isn’t limited to traditional patterns.. Organizers say visitors will see traditional and modern quilts, along with art quilts that treat quilting as a form of wall-hanging visual storytelling.. There will also be quilted items raffled off, including a large bedspread in the Quiltworx pattern and a colourful carry-all, plus a “Krazy Raffle.”
For people who want a slower pace, the event includes a tea room, a gift shop, and a merchants mall.. In other words, it’s not just a walk-through display—organizers have built space for browsing, chatting, and lingering.. “We have a beautiful memorial display planned for three of our members who have passed since our last quilt show,” Brandt added, alongside a large section highlighting the charities the guild supports.
Why the display matters to the community
The guild’s public show is also tied to fundraising.. Brandt said the proceeds help the guild cover rent for meetings, buy fabric and batting for community quilts, and bring in special guests.. Those donations, in turn, keep the guild’s quilting pipeline moving—supplies get purchased, quilts get finished, and requests get answered.
In the Langley area, the guild has donated quilts to a range of organizations, including Langley Emergency Support Services, Ishtar House, Gateway of Hope, Langley Lodge, Jackman Manor, Zion House Victim Services (at RCMP), Brookside Care home Surrey, Langley Seniors Daycare, Meals on Wheels, Best Babies of Langley, and the BC Children’s Hospital oncology unit.. Brandt said the guild “respond[s] to calls for quilts” connected to major disruptions like fires and floods.
That practical response is where the emotional value becomes clear.. When tragedies strike—whether local or far beyond—quilts can offer something tangible and comforting.. Brandt pointed to past needs including Calgary floods, forest fires in Fort McMurray, and Kelowna, along with the tsunami in Japan.. She said the “most donations were sent to Tumbler Ridge,” noting that quilt shops and guilds in requested areas often help sponsor transport.. The show, she added, is one way the guild keeps that cycle of care going.
When and where to go
The public can attend the show Friday, May 8, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturday, May 9, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. It will be held at the Christian Life Assembly church, 21277 56 Ave., which organizers say offers ample parking. Admission is $10, and the event is set up for debit or credit card.
Brandt said this will be the second time the guild has held the show at Christian Life Assembly Church; the previous event there was in 2024.. “In 2024 we had over 1,000 people attend—very exciting for us,” she said, underscoring how much community interest the guild has built around not just viewing quilts, but learning what quilting takes and why it matters.
If you go, you’ll also be seeing how quilting communities bring structure to a craft.. For those who want to get involved, the guild says new members can attend a meeting after first learning more about the group.. The first meeting is complimentary, and then membership is required for future meetings.. A “Sit & Stitch” day is also available once as a guest before joining.
Meetings run the fourth Wednesday of every month except December at the George Preston Recreation Centre, 20699 42 Ave.. The guild says meetings include a short business portion (about 30 to 45 minutes), Show ‘N Tell, and after a 20-minute hospitality break, a program or workshop.. All skill levels are welcome, with day and evening options to fit different schedules.
Quilters’ Guild shows can sometimes feel like a hobby display, but this one is shaped by volunteers doing something that extends into real-world need.. With community quilts, a memorial tribute, raffles, and charities showcased side by side, the Langley Quilters’ Guild semi-annual event is positioning quilting as both art and support—something people can admire, buy into, and carry home in more ways than one.