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Vancouver Island Events

Nov 29, 2025
Nov 29, 2025
Grinchmas 2025, November 29, 10 AM – 4 PM at the Jensen Centre, Parksville.

Join us for a day of festive fun with 60+ local vendors, The Spud Barn Food Truck, Mt. Crumpet Bar, and so much more!

Entry by donation if you are able — new toys, non-perishable food, or cash — supporting the Oceanside Family Program.

Bring your holiday spirit (and your inner Grinch!) for shopping, treats, and community cheer!
Category:Events
Date:Nov 29, 2025
Time:10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location:Parksville
Website:Open Site
 
Nov 29, 2025
Opening Social: Thursday, Nov 13, 4-6pm
Be among the first to explore our new Heritage Gift Gallery! We’re proud to showcase the work of 28 talented local makers. From ornaments and accessories to ceramics, jewellery, original wall art, woodwork, and awesome home décor — you’re sure to find the perfect gift for your favourite people (and maybe yourself too!).

Enjoy light refreshments and snacks, and discover their unique creations — all taking place within our Main Hall. Some of the artists will be in attendance!

Can’t make it to the opening social? You can pop by to explore the Herita...more info
Category:Markets
Date:Nov 29, 2025
Time:12–4 PM
Address:1245 Island Hwy E Parksville
Location:Parksville Museum
Cost:See Website
Website:Open Site
 
Nov 29, 2025
NEW at the Qualicum Beach Museum: We are now open on Saturdays!

If you are looking for something for the family to do on Saturday afternoons - bonus points if it's fun and educational - look no further than 'Learning Saturdays' at the Qualicum Beach Museum!

Each Saturday afternoon, educational crafts, reading materials, and activities will be available for kids of all ages, and the theme changes every month.

February's theme? Salmon & Fish Friends!

March's theme? Endangered Species

April's theme? Earth & Our Environment


Learning Saturdays occurs on a drop-in basis w...more info
Category:Events
Date:Nov 29, 2025
Time:1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Address:587 Beach Road Qualicum Beach
Location:Qualicum Beach Museum
Cost:By Donation
Website:Open Site
 
Nov 29, 2025
Live Music at The Bayside

Join us for live music every weekend. Friday and Saturday evenings, music from 5:30-8:30 pm and Sunday mornings 11am-2pm. Visit our website for musician line-up.
Category:Events
Date:Nov 29, 2025
Time:5:30-8:30 pm
Address:240 Dogwood Street Parksville
Location:Bayside Restaurant & Lounge
Cost:Free
 
Nov 21, 2025 to Dec 23, 2025
Enjoy late-night shopping with carolers and live music during Moonlight Madness in Qualicum Beach on November 21 and discover unique, locally made gifts throughout the holiday season (Visit Parksville Qualicum).
Category:Markets
Start:Nov 21, 2025
End:Dec 23, 2025
Location:Qualicum Beach
 
Nov 29, 2025
It’s the most wonderful time of the year in Nanoose Bay! The much-loved Christmas Craft Market & Café is back — bursting with festive cheer, handmade treasures, and cozy holiday vibes.

What to Expect: Step inside Nanoose Place and be greeted by the scent of hot coffee, baked treats, and holiday music in the air. Browse dozens of talented local artisans offering everything from pottery and jewelry to candles, cards, woodwork, and one-of-a-kind gifts.

Take a Break at the Café: After shopping, pull up a chair at the festive café for a warm drink, homemade goodies, and a chance to catch ...more info
Category:Markets
Date:Nov 29, 2025
Time:10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Address:2925 Northwest Bay Road, Nanoose Bay
Location:Nanoose Place
Cost:Free
Website:Open Site
 
Nov 29, 2025
Visit Qualicum Beach Farmers Market every Saturday from 8:30am-12pm, Year Round and enjoy an incredible selection of fresh produce and locally produced goods. Our vendors make, bake, or grow the products they offer for sale.

Get to know who produces your food. Discover the wealth of mid-Island production from a wide variety of local home and commercial providers. Learn from them in person the joys and challenges of delivering quality fruits, vegetables and berries, maintaining heritage varieties and assuring the freshest and best flavoured homemade products.

We love your fur babies too, ...more info
Category:Markets
Date:Nov 29, 2025
Time:8:30am-12pm, Year Round
Address:644 Veterans Way Qualicum Beach
Location:Qualicum Beach Community Hall


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