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Dec 22, 2018
to Dec 31, 2018
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Experience Charles Dickens’ classic story as a musical this Christmas season!
Dickens wrote A Christmas Carol intending to “open his readers’ hearts and to encourage practical benevolence” . This musical version, adapted by Canadian theatre icon Mavor Moore, is described as “A joy to behold…with festive music you’re happy to leave the theatre humming…Instinctively theatrical, a family entertainment of infectious joyousness”. (The Globe and Mail)
In A Christmas Carol, Dickens captured the spirit of the...more info
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| Category: | Theatre |
| Start: | Dec 22, 2018 |
| End: | Dec 31, 2018 |
| Time: | 7:30pm |
| Address: | 442 Cliffe Avenue Courtenay, |
| Location: | Sid Williams Theatre |
| Cost: | See Website |
| Phone: | 2503390280 |
| Website: | Open Site |
| Email: | Send Email |
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Nov 29, 2018
to Jan 13, 2019
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Festival of Lights 2018 is nearing quickly. This year’s light up is Thursday, November 29. A reminder that light up night has always been the last Thursday of November.
From the last Thursday in November until the second Sunday in January, Ladysmith is ignited with the life of thousands of twinkling Christmas lights.
The Kinsmen Light-up Parade will kick off the 2018 season at 6:40pm. For more information on all the great activities taking place please visit our website.
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| Category: | Art |
| Start: | Nov 29, 2018 |
| End: | Jan 13, 2019 |
| Time: | 6:30pm |
| Location: | Downtown Ladysmith |
| Cost: | Free |
| Phone: | Call (250) 245-5888 |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Dec 29, 2018
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See the festively decorated gallery full of beautifully and unique Christmas trees! Each tree is decorated by a different business or organization. Vote for your favourite to win the People’s Choice Award, and put your wish on the Wishing Tree. Daily in December (except Christmas Day and Boxing Day).
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| Category: | Art |
| Date: | Dec 29, 2018 |
| Time: | 10:00am - 5:00pm |
| Address: | 470 Island Highway Campbell River, |
| Location: | Campbell River Museum |
| Cost: | Free |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Dec 2, 2018
to Jan 3, 2019
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Come out to enjoy the beautiful lights and delightful Santa’s Barn at Kitty Coleman Woodland Gardens.
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| Category: | Family |
| Start: | Dec 2, 2018 |
| End: | Jan 3, 2019 |
| Time: | 5:00pm - 9:00pm |
| Address: | 6183 Whitaker Road Courtenay |
| Location: | Kitty Coleman Woodland Gardens |
| Cost: | Free |
| Phone: | 250-338-6901 |
| Website: | Open Site |
| Email: | Send Email |
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Dec 29, 2018
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Fun activities inspire confidence, healthy relationships and community awareness. Nutritious snacks are provided as well as transportation from Oceanside and Springwood Elementary Schools to the Community Services Centre in Parksville. Pre-registration is required.
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| Category: | Family |
| Date: | Dec 29, 2018 |
| Time: | 3:00pm - 5:00pm |
| Address: | 245 Hirst Ave W Parksville |
| Location: | SOS Child, Youth & Family Centre |
| Cost: | Free |
| Phone: | 250-248-2093 |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Nov 16, 2018
to Dec 30, 2018
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Sometimes When You Dream, Your Dreams Come True.Louisa May Alcott’s beloved holiday story is a buoyant musical of romantic escapades, sibling rivalries and Christmas wishes. With their father off to fight the Civil War, the four March sisters have many imagined and real adventures. As they dream of their futures, encounter growing pains of youth and rise with courage to face their destiny, the March girls learn the true value of hope and family.
Visit website for a complete list of showtimes.
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| Category: | Art |
| Start: | Nov 16, 2018 |
| End: | Dec 30, 2018 |
| Time: | 7:30pm |
| Address: | 9737 Chemainus Road Chemainus, |
| Location: | Chemainus Theatre |
| Cost: | See website for pricing |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Dec 29, 2018
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Join us on Saturday evening from 7-11pm for a great evening of live music. Come for dinner, stay and dance the night away. Adults Only, 19+.
November 10 – Ryder Bachman
November 17 – Butts Giraud & Friends Blues
November 24 – The Enablers
December 1 – Butts Giraud and Friends
December 8 – Identity Crisis
December 15 – The Enablers
December 22 – Ryder Bachman
December 29 – Kelly Fawcett
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| Category: | Art |
| Date: | Dec 29, 2018 |
| Time: | 7:00pm - 11:00pm |
| Address: | 3109 Island Highway W Qualicum Beach |
| Location: | Shady Rest Hotel |
| Cost: | No Cover |
| Phone: | (250) 752-9111 |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Dec 29, 2018
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Meat Draws every Saturday at the Rocking Horse Pub from 3:00 to 5:00 pm (except for summer break)
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| Category: | Events |
| Date: | Dec 29, 2018 |
| Time: | 3 - 5 PM |
| Address: | 2038 Sanders Road, Nanoose Bay |
| Location: | Rocking Horse Pub |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Dec 13, 2018
to Dec 30, 2018
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“Peter Pan” is the classic story of the mischievous little boy who flies and refuses to grow up, preferring, instead, to live in mysterious Neverland, sharing adventures with the lost boys, pirates, fairies, tick-tocking crocodiles and, occasionally, real children. Our family- orientated musical includes song, dance, and action that will enthrall and engage every child from five to one hundred and five.
Directed by Julian Packer
Running from December 13th – 30th, 2018.
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| Category: | Theatre |
| Start: | Dec 13, 2018 |
| End: | Dec 30, 2018 |
| Time: | 7:30pm - 9:30pm |
| Address: | 110 W 2nd Ave Qualicum Beach |
| Location: | Village Theatre Qualicum Beach |
| Cost: | see website |
| Phone: | 2507523522 |
| Website: | Open Site |
| Email: | Send Email |
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Dec 29, 2018
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Welcome to the Qualicum Beach Farmers Market - a great way to start your Saturday morning. Whether you're visiting for the first time, or are a lifelong resident, a visit to Veteran's Way and Memorial is where you'll find the best in fresh fruits, vegetables and berries, plants and cut flowers, fresh baked goods, jams and jellies, fish, chicken and pork, as well as a wide range of local crafts. Visit their website for more info.
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| Category: | Markets |
| Date: | Dec 29, 2018 |
| Time: | 8:30am - 12:00pm |
| Address: | 644 Memorial Avenue, Qualicum Beach |
| Location: | Qualicum Beach Community Hall |
| Cost: | Free |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Dec 29, 2018
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For grades 7, 8 & 9. Games, field trips and music allow youth to express themselves and develop friendships.
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| Category: | Family |
| Date: | Dec 29, 2018 |
| Time: | 3:30pm - 6:30pm |
| Address: | 245 Hirst Ave W Parksville, |
| Location: | SOS Child, Youth & Family Centre |
| Cost: | Free |
| Phone: | 250-248-2093 |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Nov 16, 2018
to Dec 29, 2018
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Gallery Artists and special guests share ceramics, photography, painting, textile, jewelry and stained glass in celebration of the season of light. All art is $400 or less for easy gift giving.
Art sneak peek here. http://www.saltspringgallery.com/news-blog/2018/11/1/a-celebration-of-light-solstice-show
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| Category: | Events |
| Start: | Nov 16, 2018 |
| End: | Dec 29, 2018 |
| Time: | 5:00pm - 7:00pm |
| Address: | 135 McPhillips Ave Salt Spring Island, |
| Location: | Salt Spring Gallery of Fine Art |
| Cost: | See Website |
| Phone: | 250-931-0011 |
| Website: | Open Site |
| Email: | Send Email |
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Dec 29, 2018
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Tales for the Telling: Come Into My Parlour
A Very Special Presentation by Marva K. Blackmore and Lee Porteous.
Join us for an afternoon of ghost stories. It was the tradition in Victorian times to tell ghost stories in the parlour between Christmas and New Years. Lee and Marva have put together an intriguing afternoon of stories to share with you. Can you think of a better way to spend a Saturday afternoon after Christmas and before the New Year celebrations?
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| Category: | Events |
| Date: | Dec 29, 2018 |
| Time: | 2:00pm |
| Address: | 133 McMillan Street, Parksville |
| Location: | The MAC - McMillan Arts Centre |
| Cost: | $18 ($15 OCAC members) |
| Website: | Open Site |
| Email: | Send Email |
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Dec 20, 2018
to Dec 31, 2018
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Christmas is a time for family, friends, and SNOW! At Mount Washington, enjoy a perfect postcard Christmas, during our Winter Wonderland celebration. Skiing, riding, snow tubing, visits from Santa and numerous events will make for an unforgettable holiday!
Highlights – Night Skiing Every & Nightly Entertainment in Ted’s Bar + Grill – December 20th – January 6th, 2019, Photos with Santa – December 20-22, 2018; Christmas Eve Service – December 24, 2018; Christmas Dinner – December 25, 2018; Boxing Day T...more info
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| Category: | Events |
| Start: | Dec 20, 2018 |
| End: | Dec 31, 2018 |
| Address: | Strathcona Pkwy Courtenay |
| Location: | Mt Washington Alpine Resort |
| Phone: | 250 338 1386 |
| Website: | Open Site |
| Email: | Send Email |
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Dec 17, 2018
to Dec 31, 2018
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It is a holiday tradition to take part in this magical skating event at Oceanside Place Arena. Special lighting and décor makes you feel as though you are skating on an outdoor pond at night. Even if you do not skate, come by and view the lights from the deck. Wheel chairs and strollers are welcome. The public skating schedule will be available November 23 at rdn.bc.ca/recreation.
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| Category: | Family |
| Start: | Dec 17, 2018 |
| End: | Dec 31, 2018 |
| Cost: | Regular Admission |
| Phone: | 250-390-4111 |
| Website: | Open Site |
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