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Vancouver Island Events

 
Aug 11, 2019 to Aug 17, 2019
 
Aug 11, 2019
Aug 11, 2019
mid

Midisland Public Market

The Midisland Public Market comes to downtown Qualicum Beach for their 2019 season. Sunday’s 1-4pm, starting June 30th and running until September 29th, 2019 on Veterans Way at Memorial Ave, in downtown Qualicum Beach, BC. (Adjacent the Qualicum Beach Community Centre)

The Midisland Public Market is a festival styled community event featuring a free concert series, karaoke interludes, food trucks, ice cream, and market vendors and local organizations representing a cross sect...more info
Category:Markets
Date:Aug 11, 2019
Time:1:00pm - 4:00pm
Address:Veterans Way, Qualicum Beach,
Website:Open Site
 
Aug 11, 2019
jam

*JAMS ARE NOW ON SUNDAYS
​FROM 2-5PM*
Jams will be every second and fourth Sunday of each month
​$5 donation at the door is greatly appreciated
Our Jam sessions are lovingly led by Barbara Gilmore.
They are usually unplugged and are strictly for non-amplified instruments (ie. acoustic guitars, ukeleles, mandolins, harmonicas, hand drums etc. No electric instruments on these days.
Check out our Facebook page for more details on each jam session, lately Barbara has been choosing ex...more info
Category:Art
Date:Aug 11, 2019
Time:2:00pm - 5:00pm
Address:#8 464 Island Highway East Parksville,
Location: Ground Zero Acoustic Lounge
Cost:$5
Website:Open Site
 
Aug 11, 2019
pan
The second Sunday of each month, 8:00 – noon. Lots of fun, food, great live music, and shopping.
Check out the vendors at – https://www.facebook.com/SecondSundayMarket/
Everything from a great selection of unique, handmade items, vintage collectibles, crafting supplies, tools, and household goods.
We also have a yummy pancake breakfast and live music.
Vendors – Only $10 ($11 non-members) inside or out.
778-424-9900 leave message
Category:Art
Date:Aug 11, 2019
Time:8:00am - 12:00pm
Address:240 Lions Way Qualicum Beach,
Location:Lighthouse Community Centre
Cost:Free to browse, with items available to purchase
Phone:(250) 757-9711
Website:Open Site
 
Aug 11, 2019
smoke

Make Sunday your favourite day of the week with Smoke 'N Water's signature brunch buffet, every Sunday from 9-2. Whether you’re craving breakfast or lunch you will find a great selection of fresh, house made dishes to satisfy your appetite.
Category:Events
Date:Aug 11, 2019
Time:9:00am
Address:1-1600 Strougler Rd, Nanoose Bay
Location:Smoke N Water Restaurant
Cost:Adults $17.95 Kids 6-12 $8.95 Kids 5 & Under Free.
Website:Open Site
Email:Send Email
 
Aug 11, 2019
f

Our Sunday-Funday Jam is always a blast! The Qualicum Bay Lions start the meat draw at 3:30. Only $1 a ticket!
Category:Events
Date:Aug 11, 2019
Time:3:00pm - 7:00pm
Address:6120 West Island Hwy Qualicum Beach
Location:Crown & Anchor Pub
Email:Send Email
 
Aug 11, 2019
jazz

Every second Sunday of every month at 7 PM. The GZAL on the Island Highway in Parksville between the Boston Pizza and Tim Hortons, beside Kerry’s Automotive.
We’ve been working out of the Real Books Volume 1 and 2, because we have these in C (treble and bass clef), Bb and Eb. Singers are welcome, but we need proper charts to work from. We have some lyric sheets and charts for singers to choose from, but not a complete list, and only in certain keys. We will have a list of songs with lyrics and charts t...more info
Category:Events
Date:Aug 11, 2019
Time:7:00pm - 9:00pm
Address:#8 464 Island Highway East Parksville
Location:Ground Zero Acoustic Lounge
Cost:$5
Website:Open Site
Aug 12, 2019
Aug 12, 2019
toast

Arbutus Toastmasters: 7:00pm. Every Monday. Everyone Welcome.
Category:Events
Date:Aug 12, 2019
Time:7:00pm
Address:132 E. Jensen Ave Parksville
Location:Parksville Community & Conference Centre
Cost:Free
Website:Open Site
Email:Send Email
 
Aug 12, 2019
cardio

Cardio Dance Club is a follow-along dance fitness workout that fuses athletic dance and fun, high-energy music. It will get you sweating, raise your heart rate, and get your body working and booty shaking. Dance Club is approachable to all people, of all ages and fitness levels and is always easy to follow. The songs include recent hits from the radio, but also some throwback favorites. Classes include hip hop, top 40, R&B, and songs from around the world too (such as K-Pop from Korea, and Latin be...more info
Category:Workshop
Date:Aug 12, 2019
Time:9:30am - 10:30am
Address:1390 Errington Road Errington
Location:Errington War Memorial Hall
Cost:$7 – $10
Website:Open Site
Aug 13, 2019
Aug 13, 2019
friends

Meet monthly, 2nd Thursday of each month at QB Legion (downstairs) at 2pm.
Come join us, meet new and old friends, have fun. Everyone is welcome.
More info. call 250-594-1965
Category:Art
Date:Aug 13, 2019
Time:2:00pm - 4:00pm
Location:QB Legion (downstairs)
Cost:Free
Website:Open Site
 
Aug 13, 2019
ethos

ETHOS Ocean Ecosystem Exhibit

ETHOS presents awesome interactive displays and activities which explore our Oceanside coastline and the ongoing local community projects to protect our unique ocean ecosystems. The ETHOS interactive display is free an open throughout the month of August as part of our Soft Shore: where land and water meet art installation.

ETHOS presents awesome interactive displays and activities which explore our Oceanside coastline and the ongoing local community projects to prote...more info
Category:Events
Date:Aug 13, 2019
Time:10:00am - 4:00pm
Address:133 McMillan Street, Parksville, BC
Location:McMillan Arts Centre (The MAC)
Cost:See Website
Website:Open Site
 
Aug 13, 2019
bird

Bird walks from the Parksville Beach Community Park at 9 a.m. on Tuesdays going to different areas in and around the Parksville Qualicum Beach area. Visit their website for more info.
Category:Events
Date:Aug 13, 2019
Time:9 AM
Address:Various Locations around the Parksville Qualicum Beach Area.
Location:Parksville Beach Community Park
Cost:Free
Website:Open Site
 
Aug 13, 2019 to Aug 18, 2019
sand

2019 QF Sand Sculpting Competition & Exhibition - Parksville Beach Festival

Come and see Parksville's premiere event on the beach: The Quality Foods Sand Sculpting Competition and Exhibition, July 12- August 18, 2019, organized by the Parksville Beach Festival Society.

is a world class event for Master Sand Sculptors and is an official qualifying event for the World Championship of Sand Sculpting! Master Sand Sculptors travel from all corners of the globe to participate in our remarkable compet...more info
Category:Events
Start:Aug 13, 2019
End:Aug 18, 2019
Address:Beachside Drive, Parksville, BC
Location:Parksville Community Park
 
Aug 13, 2019 to Aug 31, 2019
art

Soft Shore: where land and water meet

Soft Shore: where land and water meet is an exploration of texture, colours and art methods in celebration of the beauty of the natural ocean shore landscape. Featuring a collaboration of artistic styles and narratives, Soft Shore blends fibre, wood, metal, acrylic, glass and photography in a community’s homage to the spectacular natural scapes of the Oceanside shoreline.

Following the outstanding success of his Monet reVisited project last summer which drew tho...more info
Category:Events
Start:Aug 13, 2019
End:Aug 31, 2019
Time:10:00am - 4:00pm
Address:133 McMillan Street, Parksville, BC
Location:The MAC - McMillan Arts Centre
Cost:See Website
Website:Open Site
 
Aug 13, 2019
summer

In its 16th year, the Tuesday night market runs from 6-9pm with over 200 vendors to visit. The market is popular with locals and visitors looking for a unique experience. With an eclectic mix of local merchants, artisans, craftspeople, farmers, entertainers and of course food vendors, there really is something for everyone. Dinner at the market or one of our many downtown restaurants? Why not? Whatever you decide, you are sure to find something to enjoy.
Category:Markets
Date:Aug 13, 2019
Time:6:00pm - 9:00pm
Address:1275 Island Hwy E Parksville,
Website:Open Site
Aug 14, 2019
Aug 14, 2019
ethos

ETHOS Ocean Ecosystem Exhibit

ETHOS presents awesome interactive displays and activities which explore our Oceanside coastline and the ongoing local community projects to protect our unique ocean ecosystems. The ETHOS interactive display is free an open throughout the month of August as part of our Soft Shore: where land and water meet art installation.

ETHOS presents awesome interactive displays and activities which explore our Oceanside coastline and the ongoing local community projects to prote...more info
Category:Events
Date:Aug 14, 2019
Time:10:00am - 4:00pm
Address:133 McMillan Street, Parksville, BC
Location:McMillan Arts Centre (The MAC)
Cost:See Website
Website:Open Site
 
Aug 14, 2019
Qualicum Beach Flying Club
Coffee morning
Category:Events
Date:Aug 14, 2019
Time:9:00am - 10:00am
Address:#9- 1000 Ravensbourne Lane Qualicum Beach
Location:Qualicum Beach Flying Club hangar
Cost:Free
Website:Open Site
 
Aug 14, 2019
family

Connect with others and learn about services, supports and activities for your family. SOS takes care of dinner while you enjoy quality time with your family.
Wednesdays from 4:30 pm-7 pm
Pre-registration is required.
Category:Family
Date:Aug 14, 2019
Time:4:30pm - 7:00pm
Address:245 Hirst Ave W Parksville
Location:SOS Child, Youth & Family Centre
Cost:Free
Phone:250-248-2093
Website:Open Site
 
Aug 14, 2019
dem


2nd Wednesday of each month at Stanford Seniors Village, 250 Craig St, Parksville from 2 to 4 pm in the Board Room
The DVDs are a selection movies, short clips and professionals: Jolene Brackey and Teepa Snow sharing their experience on different aspects of the disease.
The sessions are on the 2ND Wednesday of each month except August and December.
HOW to REGISTER:
• EMAIL odett.is@gmail.com now! Please include “Register for Parksville DVD” in the subject and your name and phone number in the body o...more info
Category:Workshop
Date:Aug 14, 2019
Time:2:00pm - 4:00pm
Address:250 Craig Street Parksville
Location:Stanford Seniors Village
Cost:Free
 
Aug 13, 2019 to Aug 18, 2019
sand

2019 QF Sand Sculpting Competition & Exhibition - Parksville Beach Festival

Come and see Parksville's premiere event on the beach: The Quality Foods Sand Sculpting Competition and Exhibition, July 12- August 18, 2019, organized by the Parksville Beach Festival Society.

is a world class event for Master Sand Sculptors and is an official qualifying event for the World Championship of Sand Sculpting! Master Sand Sculptors travel from all corners of the globe to participate in our remarkable compet...more info
Category:Events
Start:Aug 13, 2019
End:Aug 18, 2019
Address:Beachside Drive, Parksville, BC
Location:Parksville Community Park
 
Aug 13, 2019 to Aug 31, 2019
art

Soft Shore: where land and water meet

Soft Shore: where land and water meet is an exploration of texture, colours and art methods in celebration of the beauty of the natural ocean shore landscape. Featuring a collaboration of artistic styles and narratives, Soft Shore blends fibre, wood, metal, acrylic, glass and photography in a community’s homage to the spectacular natural scapes of the Oceanside shoreline.

Following the outstanding success of his Monet reVisited project last summer which drew tho...more info
Category:Events
Start:Aug 13, 2019
End:Aug 31, 2019
Time:10:00am - 4:00pm
Address:133 McMillan Street, Parksville, BC
Location:The MAC - McMillan Arts Centre
Cost:See Website
Website:Open Site
 
Aug 14, 2019
walk

Sole Sisters Walking

Strap on your walking shoes and join the Sole Sisters walking group. This program is held every Wednesday at various locations around the Oceanside area and is intended for women 50+, but all ages are welcome.

All levels of fitness are encouraged and no one will be left behind.

For information about the weekly walk location, please visit: https://www.arrowsmithcalendar.com/programs-sole-sisters
Category:Events
Date:Aug 14, 2019
Time:10:00am - 11:00am
Location:Various Locations in Oceanside
Website:Open Site
Email:Send Email
 
Aug 14, 2019
wings

It’s Wing Wednesday here at your local Rumhouse! Get a full pound of our plump chicken wings with your favorite sauce for just $6 with the purchase of any beverage regularly priced at $5 or more.
Category:Events
Date:Aug 14, 2019
Time:11:00am
Address:5467 Island Highway S Union Bay,
Location:Highwayman Saloon
Website:Open Site
 
Aug 14, 2019
yoga

Join Devon for this gentle class every Wednesday morning
Category:Workshop
Date:Aug 14, 2019
Time:9:00am - 10:00am
Address:2331 East Wellington Road Nanaimo
Location:Unity Spiritual Centre Nanaimo
Cost:by donation
Website:Open Site
 
Aug 14, 2019
yoga

Join Devon for this gentle class every Wednesday morning
Category:Workshop
Date:Aug 14, 2019
Time:9:00am - 10:00am
Cost:by donation
Phone:250-751-0775
Website:Open Site
Aug 15, 2019
Aug 15, 2019
stitch

1st and 3rd Thu of each month. Come and embroider, learn new techniques and for friendship with other stitchers.
Category:Events
Date:Aug 15, 2019
Time:9:30am
Address:747 Jones Street Qualicum Beach
Location:Qualicum Beach Civic Centre
Cost:Free
Phone:(250) 752-1992
Website:Open Site
 
Aug 15, 2019
blue

Our weekly Thursday Night Blues/Rock Jam hosted by Warren & Friends… Gets started shortly after 8:00 PM – Everyone Welcome 19+
Category:Events
Date:Aug 15, 2019
Time:8:00pm
Address:5467 Island Highway S Union Bay
Location:Highwayman Saloon
Cost:No Cover
Phone:335-0256
 
Aug 15, 2019
cardio

Cardio Dance Club is a follow-along dance fitness workout that fuses athletic dance and fun, high-energy music. It will get you sweating, raise your heart rate, and get your body working and booty shaking. Dance Club is approachable to all people, of all ages and fitness levels and is always easy to follow. The songs include recent hits from the radio, but also some throwback favorites. Classes include hip hop, top 40, R&B, and songs from around the world too (such as K-Pop from Korea, and Latin be...more info
Category:Workshop
Date:Aug 15, 2019
Time:6:00pm - 7:00pm
Address:1390 Errington Road Errington,
Location:Errington War Memorial Hall
Cost:$48
Phone:(250) 248-5106
Website:Open Site
Email:Send Email
 
Aug 15, 2019
ethos

ETHOS Ocean Ecosystem Exhibit

ETHOS presents awesome interactive displays and activities which explore our Oceanside coastline and the ongoing local community projects to protect our unique ocean ecosystems. The ETHOS interactive display is free an open throughout the month of August as part of our Soft Shore: where land and water meet art installation.

ETHOS presents awesome interactive displays and activities which explore our Oceanside coastline and the ongoing local community projects to prote...more info
Category:Events
Date:Aug 15, 2019
Time:10:00am - 4:00pm
Address:133 McMillan Street, Parksville, BC
Location:McMillan Arts Centre (The MAC)
Cost:See Website
Website:Open Site
 
Aug 13, 2019 to Aug 18, 2019
sand

2019 QF Sand Sculpting Competition & Exhibition - Parksville Beach Festival

Come and see Parksville's premiere event on the beach: The Quality Foods Sand Sculpting Competition and Exhibition, July 12- August 18, 2019, organized by the Parksville Beach Festival Society.

is a world class event for Master Sand Sculptors and is an official qualifying event for the World Championship of Sand Sculpting! Master Sand Sculptors travel from all corners of the globe to participate in our remarkable compet...more info
Category:Events
Start:Aug 13, 2019
End:Aug 18, 2019
Address:Beachside Drive, Parksville, BC
Location:Parksville Community Park
 
Aug 13, 2019 to Aug 31, 2019
art

Soft Shore: where land and water meet

Soft Shore: where land and water meet is an exploration of texture, colours and art methods in celebration of the beauty of the natural ocean shore landscape. Featuring a collaboration of artistic styles and narratives, Soft Shore blends fibre, wood, metal, acrylic, glass and photography in a community’s homage to the spectacular natural scapes of the Oceanside shoreline.

Following the outstanding success of his Monet reVisited project last summer which drew tho...more info
Category:Events
Start:Aug 13, 2019
End:Aug 31, 2019
Time:10:00am - 4:00pm
Address:133 McMillan Street, Parksville, BC
Location:The MAC - McMillan Arts Centre
Cost:See Website
Website:Open Site
Aug 16, 2019
Aug 16, 2019 to Aug 17, 2019
coast

Coast Capital Savings Sculpture Light Up - Parksville Beach Festival

For two nights only the Sand Sculpture Exhibition will be open after dark. Brought to you by Coast Capital Savings, this event lets you experience the sculptures in a unique and wonderfully different way. Gate stays open until 11pm.

Suggested $4.00 donation / Entrance Fee
Category:Events
Start:Aug 16, 2019
End:Aug 17, 2019
Time:9:00pm - 11:00pm
Address:Beachside Drive, Parksville, BC
Location:Parksville Community Park
Cost:Suggested $4.00 donation / Entrance Fee
 
Aug 16, 2019
ethos

ETHOS Ocean Ecosystem Exhibit

ETHOS presents awesome interactive displays and activities which explore our Oceanside coastline and the ongoing local community projects to protect our unique ocean ecosystems. The ETHOS interactive display is free an open throughout the month of August as part of our Soft Shore: where land and water meet art installation.

ETHOS presents awesome interactive displays and activities which explore our Oceanside coastline and the ongoing local community projects to prote...more info
Category:Events
Date:Aug 16, 2019
Time:10:00am - 4:00pm
Address:133 McMillan Street, Parksville, BC
Location:McMillan Arts Centre (The MAC)
Cost:See Website
Website:Open Site
 
Aug 16, 2019
Connection, support, discussion and resources about
Mental Health in a safe and caring environment.
11am – 3pm every Friday at Qualicum Commons.
Category:Workshop
Date:Aug 16, 2019
Time:11:00am - 3:00pm
Location:Qualicum Commons.
Cost:Free
 
Aug 16, 2019
smoke

Live Music at Smoke n Water

Come on down to Smoke n Water for live music every Friday and Saturday.

To see who is playing please visit www.facebook.com/smokenwaterbc/events.

Reservations are recommend for dinner!
Category:Concerts
Date:Aug 16, 2019
Time:7:00pm
Address:1600 Stroulger Road, Parksville
Location:Smoke 'N Water @ Pacific Shores Resort & Spa
Cost:No Cover
Website:Open Site
 
Aug 16, 2019
Join us at The Bayside Restaurant | Lounge to enjoy the sounds of the classical guitar.
Fred Salini is a local artist who will capture the mood as you dine over looking the ocean.
Category:Concerts
Date:Aug 16, 2019
Time:6:30pm - 9:30pm
Address:240 Dogwood Street Parksville
Location:The Bayside Oceanfront Resort
Cost:No Cover
Website:Open Site
 
Aug 16, 2019
Parksville Museum Market

It's back! The very popular Friday night market at the Parksville Museum returns this year!

Starting Friday evening, 5pm, June 28th, over 45 vendors will be on site to greet you with food trucks, flowers, produce and everything you need and more importantly, the things you don't need but want! The market is popular with locals and visitors looking for a unique experience. Plus, all the Museum's historic buildings are open and waiting for you to visit. Even, some of the historical characters will make an appearance.

The Market happens all summer; we look forwa...more info
Category:Art
Date:Aug 16, 2019
Time:5:00pm - 9:00pm
Address:1275 E Island Highway, Parksville, BC
Location:Parksville Museum
Cost:Free
Website:Open Site
 
Aug 16, 2019
music

Phil Dwyer - Adult Jazz Academy Final Concert

With special appearances by faculty members Phil Dwyer, Chris Davis, and Hans Verhoeven and Alex Coleman!

On Dec. 30, 2013 Phil Dwyer was appointed as a Member of the Order Of Canada. He was cited for “his contributions to jazz as a performer, composer and producer, and for increasing access to music education in his community.” In January 2015 he was recognized by the Royal Conservatory of Music as an Honorary Fellow. These distinctions arise from an ...more info
Category:Art
Date:Aug 16, 2019
Time:Doors 6:30pm; Show 7:00pm
Address:#8-464 Island Highway East, Parksville, BC
Location:Ground Zero Acoustic Lounge
Cost:$20/advance
 
Aug 16, 2019
prime

Enjoy our fabulous Prime Rib Dinner with all the fixin’s. After 4:20.
Category:Events
Date:Aug 16, 2019
Time:4:15pm
Address:5467 Island Highway S Union Bay
Location:Highwayman Saloon
 
Aug 13, 2019 to Aug 18, 2019
sand

2019 QF Sand Sculpting Competition & Exhibition - Parksville Beach Festival

Come and see Parksville's premiere event on the beach: The Quality Foods Sand Sculpting Competition and Exhibition, July 12- August 18, 2019, organized by the Parksville Beach Festival Society.

is a world class event for Master Sand Sculptors and is an official qualifying event for the World Championship of Sand Sculpting! Master Sand Sculptors travel from all corners of the globe to participate in our remarkable compet...more info
Category:Events
Start:Aug 13, 2019
End:Aug 18, 2019
Address:Beachside Drive, Parksville, BC
Location:Parksville Community Park
 
Aug 13, 2019 to Aug 31, 2019
art

Soft Shore: where land and water meet

Soft Shore: where land and water meet is an exploration of texture, colours and art methods in celebration of the beauty of the natural ocean shore landscape. Featuring a collaboration of artistic styles and narratives, Soft Shore blends fibre, wood, metal, acrylic, glass and photography in a community’s homage to the spectacular natural scapes of the Oceanside shoreline.

Following the outstanding success of his Monet reVisited project last summer which drew tho...more info
Category:Events
Start:Aug 13, 2019
End:Aug 31, 2019
Time:10:00am - 4:00pm
Address:133 McMillan Street, Parksville, BC
Location:The MAC - McMillan Arts Centre
Cost:See Website
Website:Open Site
 
Aug 16, 2019 to Aug 17, 2019
music

Tim Hortons Outdoor Summer Concerts - Parksville Beach Festival

Enjoy concerts in the park brought to you by Tim Hortons Friday and Saturday evenings on the dates listed below. They are free to the public and take place at the Picnic Shelter in the Parksville Community Park from 6:30-8:30pm with the exception of the Saturday August 17th concerts, which will be held on the Kite Field prior to the Quality Foods "Festival of Lights" fireworks. Bring your blanket or chair but be prepared to dance!

Fri...more info
Category:Concerts
Start:Aug 16, 2019
End:Aug 17, 2019
Time:6:30pm - 8:30pm
Address:Beachside Drive, Parksville, BC
Location:Parksville Community Park
 
Aug 16, 2019
art

Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka JR. follows enigmatic candy manufacturer Willy Wonka as he stages a contest by hiding golden tickets in five of his scrumptious candy bars. Whomever comes up with these tickets will win a free tour of the Wonka factory, as well as a lifetime supply of candy. Four of the five winning children are insufferable brats, but the fifth is a likeable young lad named Charlie Bucket, who takes the tour in the company of his equally amiable grandfather. The children must learn to follow Mr. ...more info
Category:Theatre
Date:Aug 16, 2019
Time:7:30pm / 2:00pm - 12:00am
Location:Village Theatre Qualicum Beach
Website:Open Site
 
Aug 16, 2019
yoga

Yoga on the Beach 2019

Think and act outside the box this summer--fresh sea air, wide open spaces, stunning scenery, social support, laughter, certified instructors, safe and mindful exercise for everyone at all ages and activity levels, fun and health promoting yoga near the ocean. For all this, and more, join us for our 8th summer of Yoga on the Beach with Charlotte and Barbara in Parksville and Qualicum Beach, drop in, by donation only, so you can contribute to adult literacy and local student scho...more info
Category:Art
Date:Aug 16, 2019
Time:9:30am - 10:30am
Location:Parksville Community Park / Qualicum Beach Waterfront
Cost:By Donation
Website:Open Site
Aug 17, 2019
Aug 17, 2019
music

Brad Stewart Live at Mount Arrowsmith Brewing

Local guy Brad Stewart and a regular on the Nanaimo music scene, Brad will be playing great covers from every decade at MABrewing this Saturday (Aug 17th)!

No cover. Kids always welcome.
Category:Concerts
Date:Aug 17, 2019
Time:6:30pm - 9:00pm
Address:109-425 Stanford Ave East, Parksville, BC
Location:Mount Arrowsmith Brewing Company
Website:Open Site
 
Aug 17, 2019
At the Qualicum Beach Museum. A fun-filled family event that is free to the public. Children’s activities including pony rides, a marimba band, a live owl demonstration, pioneer games and activities, fossil rubbing, dress up tent and much more!
Category:Family
Date:Aug 17, 2019
Time:12:00pm - 4:00pm
Address:587 Beach Road Qualicum Beach
Location:Qualicum Beach Museum
Cost:Free
 
Aug 16, 2019 to Aug 17, 2019
coast

Coast Capital Savings Sculpture Light Up - Parksville Beach Festival

For two nights only the Sand Sculpture Exhibition will be open after dark. Brought to you by Coast Capital Savings, this event lets you experience the sculptures in a unique and wonderfully different way. Gate stays open until 11pm.

Suggested $4.00 donation / Entrance Fee
Category:Events
Start:Aug 16, 2019
End:Aug 17, 2019
Time:9:00pm - 11:00pm
Address:Beachside Drive, Parksville, BC
Location:Parksville Community Park
Cost:Suggested $4.00 donation / Entrance Fee
 
Aug 17, 2019
8:00am – 10am
PANCAKE BREAKFAST in the Hall
Served up by our fine Volunteer Fire Department – pancakes, sausages and all the trimmings. Bring the whole family, bring a friend…and meet our dedicated men and women in blue who volunteer to help us all. The best way to start a great Hi Neighbour Day! Newspaper clippings from 1969 tell that the Fire Department served breakfast back then on the very first Hi Neighbour Day!
8:00am – 3pm
ARTS AND CRAFTS DISPLAY
In the Old Fire Hall, next to the Hall, come and have a look at creations in many forms, done by our local artisans. There’ll be paintin...more info
Category:Family
Date:Aug 17, 2019
Time:8:00am - 11:00pm
Address:1390 Errington Road Errington
Location:Errington Community Park
Website:Open Site
 
Aug 17, 2019
ethos

ETHOS Ocean Ecosystem Exhibit

ETHOS presents awesome interactive displays and activities which explore our Oceanside coastline and the ongoing local community projects to protect our unique ocean ecosystems. The ETHOS interactive display is free an open throughout the month of August as part of our Soft Shore: where land and water meet art installation.

ETHOS presents awesome interactive displays and activities which explore our Oceanside coastline and the ongoing local community projects to prote...more info
Category:Events
Date:Aug 17, 2019
Time:10:00am - 4:00pm
Address:133 McMillan Street, Parksville, BC
Location:McMillan Arts Centre (The MAC)
Cost:See Website
Website:Open Site
 
Aug 17, 2019
smoke

Live Music at Smoke n Water

Come on down to Smoke n Water for live music every Friday and Saturday.

To see who is playing please visit www.facebook.com/smokenwaterbc/events.

Reservations are recommend for dinner!
Category:Concerts
Date:Aug 17, 2019
Time:7:00pm
Address:1600 Stroulger Road, Parksville
Location:Smoke 'N Water @ Pacific Shores Resort & Spa
Cost:No Cover
Website:Open Site
 
Aug 17, 2019
lions

Meat Draws every Saturday at the Rocking Horse Pub from 3:00 to 5:00 pm (except for summer break)
Category:Events
Date:Aug 17, 2019
Time:3 - 5 PM
Address:2038 Sanders Road, Nanoose Bay
Location:Rocking Horse Pub
Website:Open Site
 
Aug 17, 2019 to Aug 31, 2019
an

Legion 76 Pancake Breakfast every Saturday throughout the summer. 8:30-11:30 in the Garden. $7 for adults; $3 for children 5-10 and children under 5 are free
Category:Family
Start:Aug 17, 2019
End:Aug 31, 2019
Time:8:30am - 11:30am
Address:180 Veterans Way Qualicum Beach,
Location:Qualicum Beach Legion (Branch #76)
Cost:$3 – $10
Website:Open Site
 
Aug 17, 2019
If you delight in model trains, railways and history, this fun Family event is just for you! Come on down to the Museum grounds for the 2nd Annual Railway Days and view the delightful model railway set-ups. Participating clubs this year include the Vancouver Island Garden Railway Club, multiple displays from The Oceanside Model Railroaders, interactive electronic displays from the clubs at MakerSpace, the E & N Division of the Canadian Railway Historical Association, Railroad music, speeder cars, and food compliment this event that’s sure to delight the child in all of us.
Category:Family
Date:Aug 17, 2019
Time:10:00am - 5:00pm
Address:1245 East Island Highway Parksville,
Location:Parksville Museum
Website:Open Site
 
Aug 13, 2019 to Aug 18, 2019
sand

2019 QF Sand Sculpting Competition & Exhibition - Parksville Beach Festival

Come and see Parksville's premiere event on the beach: The Quality Foods Sand Sculpting Competition and Exhibition, July 12- August 18, 2019, organized by the Parksville Beach Festival Society.

is a world class event for Master Sand Sculptors and is an official qualifying event for the World Championship of Sand Sculpting! Master Sand Sculptors travel from all corners of the globe to participate in our remarkable compet...more info
Category:Events
Start:Aug 13, 2019
End:Aug 18, 2019
Address:Beachside Drive, Parksville, BC
Location:Parksville Community Park
 
Aug 13, 2019 to Aug 31, 2019
art

Soft Shore: where land and water meet

Soft Shore: where land and water meet is an exploration of texture, colours and art methods in celebration of the beauty of the natural ocean shore landscape. Featuring a collaboration of artistic styles and narratives, Soft Shore blends fibre, wood, metal, acrylic, glass and photography in a community’s homage to the spectacular natural scapes of the Oceanside shoreline.

Following the outstanding success of his Monet reVisited project last summer which drew tho...more info
Category:Events
Start:Aug 13, 2019
End:Aug 31, 2019
Time:10:00am - 4:00pm
Address:133 McMillan Street, Parksville, BC
Location:The MAC - McMillan Arts Centre
Cost:See Website
Website:Open Site
 
Aug 16, 2019 to Aug 17, 2019
music

Tim Hortons Outdoor Summer Concerts - Parksville Beach Festival

Enjoy concerts in the park brought to you by Tim Hortons Friday and Saturday evenings on the dates listed below. They are free to the public and take place at the Picnic Shelter in the Parksville Community Park from 6:30-8:30pm with the exception of the Saturday August 17th concerts, which will be held on the Kite Field prior to the Quality Foods "Festival of Lights" fireworks. Bring your blanket or chair but be prepared to dance!

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Category:Concerts
Start:Aug 16, 2019
End:Aug 17, 2019
Time:6:30pm - 8:30pm
Address:Beachside Drive, Parksville, BC
Location:Parksville Community Park

 
Aug 11, 2019 to Aug 17, 2019
 


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