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Jul 19, 2026
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Boardgame Afternoons at Paradise Fun Park!
Every Sunday at 1 PM, head inside the castle at Paradise Fun Park for a fun-filled afternoon of board games, presented by Railyard Games in Parksville! Whether you're a seasoned gamer or just looking for a relaxing way to spend your afternoon, we’ve got games for everyone. For just $5.00, you can enjoy a wide variety of games with friends and family. Don’t miss out on the fun—bring your game face and let’s roll the dice!
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| Category: | Events |
| Date: | Jul 19, 2026 |
| Time: | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM |
| Address: | 375 Island Hwy W Parksville |
| Location: | Paradise Fun Park |
| Cost: | $5 |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Jul 13, 2026
to Aug 14, 2026
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Buskers are a diverse cross section of Vancouver Island musicians who perform daily during the Parksville Beach Festival, at the beachfront gazebo adjacent to the sand sculpting exhibition.
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| Category: | Events |
| Start: | Jul 13, 2026 |
| End: | Aug 14, 2026 |
| Time: | Daily 11 am - 1 pm & 2 pm - 4 pm |
| Cost: | See Website |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Jul 19, 2026
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VIVA Canada Exhibition features the work of pastel artist, Joan Larson, who has created a series of artwork depicting her train journey across Canada. These artworks will be imbedded in a life-size VIA train image, which will stretch around the walls of the Concert Gallery. A realistic set featuring a ticket window, historic posters of train travel across the country, luggage racks, and local train memorabilia will invite the summer visitors to 'experience' a journey across Canada in situ. Playback Theatre group will also be presenting a series of innovative and participatory sketches of trave...more info
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| Category: | Art |
| Date: | Jul 19, 2026 |
| Time: | 11am to 3pm |
| Address: | See Website |
| Location: | The MAC - McMillan Arts Centre |
| Cost: | See Website |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Jul 19, 2026
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Oceanside Football Club presents the 2026 Final FIFA World Cup Game Screening.
Come watch the big game live with fellow fans!
Sunday, July 19, 2026
Qualicum Beach Civic Centre
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| Category: | Events |
| Date: | Jul 19, 2026 |
| Time: | 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM |
| Address: | 747 Jones St Qualicum Beach |
| Location: | Qualicum Beach Civic Centre |
| Cost: | Free |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Jul 19, 2026
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Namaaaaste with Baby Goats — Goat Yoga is Back!
Join us on July 9, 10, 14, 16, 19, 21, and 23 at 7:00 PM (check-in at 6:45 PM) for a one-of-a-kind outdoor yoga experience at Superior Farms, featuring our newest baby goats!
This 45-minute beginner-friendly class is perfect for all experience levels. Flow through gentle yoga poses while our playful baby goats roam freely, cuddle up beside you, and may even hop onto your back. Expect plenty of laughter, adorable moments, and a truly unforgettable evening on the farm.
$47.95 + GST (includes one complimentary dealcoholized beverage)
Bring...more info
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| Category: | Family |
| Date: | Jul 19, 2026 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM |
| Address: | 7995 Superior Road, Lantzville |
| Cost: | $47.95 + GST |
| Phone: | 250-390-2435 |
| Website: | Open Site |
| Email: | Send Email |
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Jul 19, 2026
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Sunday - July 19, 10am - 1pm
Catch the sunlight through giant forest trees and shadowed pathways - Rathtrevor Beach!
All materials provided. Just bring a hat, sunscreen, water bottle, water and container for painting, and a folding chair.
Summer Sundays - we will meet in a different location each week and learn how to paint different scenes outdoors. Previous experience is not necessary.
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| Category: | Art |
| Date: | Jul 19, 2026 |
| Time: | 10am - 1pm |
| Address: | 133 McMillan Street Parksville |
| Location: | Rathtrevor Beach |
| Cost: | $50 |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Jul 19, 2026
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Enjoy the soothing sounds of local legend Gary Lovell as he tickles the ivory in our main dining room. Gary plays the piano for us every Sunday from 11am to 2pm. Be sure to join us for a melodic midday meal. We look forward to hosting you soon!
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| Category: | Events |
| Date: | Jul 19, 2026 |
| Time: | 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM |
| Address: | 240 Dogwood Street, Parksville |
| Location: | Bayside Restaurant & Lounge |
| Cost: | Free |
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Jul 19, 2026
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Create your own custom cold process soap from scratch—choose your scent, design your colours, and take home 10–12 bars you made yourself.
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| Category: | Workshop |
| Date: | Jul 19, 2026 |
| Time: | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM |
| Address: | 141 Fourth Ave East Qualicum Beach Qualicum Beach |
| Location: | Evenflow Studio |
| Cost: | $100 |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Jul 19, 2026
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Nanoose Bay Cafe Weekend Brunch
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| Category: | Events |
| Date: | Jul 19, 2026 |
| Time: | Saturday & Sunday Until 3pm |
| Address: | 3521 Dolphin Dr Nanoose Bay |
| Location: | Nanoose Bay Cafe |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Jul 11, 2026
to Aug 17, 2026
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Known to locals as Beach Fest, this 5 ½ week long family-oriented festival runs from July 11 to August 17. Not only does it include the Quality Foods Sand Sculpting Competition & Exhibition; the public can also learn to sculpt like a professional; enjoy weekend concerts, daily buskers on the boardwalk; a weekend Artisan Market and two evenings where the sculptures are illuminated for late night viewing.
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| Category: | Events |
| Start: | Jul 11, 2026 |
| End: | Aug 17, 2026 |
| Time: | Various |
| Address: | Corfield Road, just off Highway 19A (Exit 46). |
| Location: | Parksville Community Park |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Jul 19, 2026
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For a true taste of Vancouver Island, visit one of these local farms or farmers' markets to stock up on fresh and often organic produce, artisan cheeses, locally raised meat and other goods from local purveyors.
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| Category: | Events |
| Date: | Jul 19, 2026 |
| Time: | 9:30 AM to 1 PM |
| Address: | 133 McMillan Street, Parksville |
| Location: | Parking Lot at The MAC |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Jul 13, 2026
to Aug 16, 2026
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The competition begins with “pound up” on Thursday, July 9 when the sculptors build and fill their forms. Once their forms are filled and the sculptor feels they are solidly packed, they may remove their forms and begin to carve.
Gates open to the public to watch the sculptors carving starting Friday, July 10, at 2:00pm.
Judging will take place on Sunday, July 12, from 3:00-4:30pm and the winners will be announced on-site at approximately 5:00pm.
Missed the competition? No need to worry! You can visit the exhibition from July 13 through to August 16, 2026. Gate is open from 9:30am...more info
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| Category: | Events |
| Start: | Jul 13, 2026 |
| End: | Aug 16, 2026 |
| Time: | 9:30am to 8:30pm daily |
| Location: | Parksville Community Park |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Jul 2, 2026
to Sep 30, 2026
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Silver Meadows Farm is a local business located in Errington. We strive to provide fresh produce, meat, eggs, baked goods, and local hand made crafts. We are best known for amazing fresh corn and strawberries.
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| Category: | Farmers Market |
| Start: | Jul 2, 2026 |
| End: | Sep 30, 2026 |
| Time: | Open Daily 9:30-5:30 |
| Address: | 1019 Errington Rd Errington |
| Location: | Silver Meadows Farm Market |
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Jul 18, 2026
to Jul 19, 2026
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Artists in Parksville and Qualicum Beach are opening up their studios for two days to allow you the opportunity to visit with them and see their newest works of art. There are a few locations where you can tour the artist's property and visit multiple artists in one go .
This year we have 31 artists at 22 locations eagerly awaiting you to visit. Spoil yourself or start your seasonal shopping early. You will find paintings, drawings, pottery, sculpture, woodwork, crafts and other great artwork.
There will also be a Silent Auction located at 856 Terrien Way where the participating artists ...more info
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| Category: | Events |
| Start: | Jul 18, 2026 |
| End: | Jul 19, 2026 |
| Time: | 10 am - 5 pm daily |
| Address: | 856 TERRIEN WAY Parksville |
| Location: | 20 locations throughout PQB |
| Cost: | Free |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Jul 18, 2026
to Jul 19, 2026
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Summer Breeze Studio Tour, July 18 & 19, 2026, 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
The Summer Breeze Studio Tour invites the public into working studios throughout Nanoose Bay for a self-guided cultural experience and finding that unique piece of art, sculpture, jewelry to clothing!
With music bands at our local restaurant sponsors planned on Friday and Saturday along with discounted accommodations make a great way to make this a weekend event!
Visitors travel scenic rural routes to meet artists in their creative spaces, observe works in progress, and purchase original art directly from the source.
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| Category: | Events |
| Start: | Jul 18, 2026 |
| End: | Jul 19, 2026 |
| Time: | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Location: | All of Nanoose Bay |
| Cost: | Free |
| Phone: | (250) 327-3552 |
| Website: | Open Site |
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Jul 19, 2026
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Join us for our next writing get together at Bellflower Bookshop - League of Canadian Poets (LCP) sponsored. Join bestseller Bill Arnott for a new writing circle workshop. Write, share, laugh and repeat. Free, accessible, and open to all!
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| Category: | Workshop |
| Date: | Jul 19, 2026 |
| Time: | 9:45 AM – 10:45 AM |
| Address: | 130 2nd Ave W Qualicum Beach |
| Location: | Bellflower Bookshop |
| Cost: | Free |
| Website: | Open Site |
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