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Vancouver Island Events

Jul 20, 2026
Jul 20, 2026
Overcome your fear of public speaking, and grow as a leader in our friendly, supportive atmosphere! Toastmasters exercises your brain... Join us for your weekly workout!

We meet every Monday (except stats) 7-9pm. As of January 6, 2025 we have a new home! We will meet live ONLY at 249 Hirst Ave. West, at Inclusion Parksville, Parking is free, Doors at 6:40. Please come early - we start promptly at 7:00pm.
Category:Workshop
Date:Jul 20, 2026
Time:7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Address:249 Hirst Ave. West Parksville
Location:Inclusion Parksville
Cost:Free
 
Jul 13, 2026 to Aug 14, 2026
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.

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
 
Jul 20, 2026
Come for just the day!

Now in both garden and studio we are set for a super creative time. Our talented and patient instructor Kat Cearns will guide you through art projects, creativity boosters and games. Gain confidence and learn art skills and techniques while trying new mediums. As well as all the art there will be camp games, beach walks and popsicles.

Examples of art projects include: Comics, drawing, zines, portraits, acrylic painting, mosaics, paper mache, art boxes, rock painting, collage and more.

Maximum number of participants: 12

About the instructor:

Kat Cearns is...more info
Category:Family
Date:Jul 20, 2026
Time:10am-3pm
Address:133 McMillan Street, Parksville
Location:McMillan Arts Centre
Cost:See Website
Website:Open Site
 
Jul 11, 2026 to Aug 17, 2026
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.
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
 
Jul 13, 2026 to Aug 16, 2026
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
Category:Events
Start:Jul 13, 2026
End:Aug 16, 2026
Time:9:30am to 8:30pm daily
Location:Parksville Community Park
Website:Open Site
 
Jul 2, 2026 to Sep 30, 2026
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.
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
 
Jul 20, 2026
Get ready for a night of music, laughs, and great food at the Royal Canadian Legion! Singo Bingo – where your favorite tunes meet classic bingo fun! Bring your friends, grab a seat, and sing along while you play your way to victory! Don’t miss out — it’s going to be a great night.

Just $10 for food - featuring cheeseburger sliders.
Category:Events
Date:Jul 20, 2026
Time:4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Address:180 Veterans Way Qualicum Beach
Location:Royal Canadian Legion BR 76
Cost:$10 for food
Website:Open Site


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