Vancouver Island Events
There’s always something happening on Vancouver Island!
Whether you’re planning a summer getaway, a winter escape, or a longer stay on Vancouver Island, exploring local events is one of the best ways to connect with the culture, food, music, and coastal communities that make the Island so unique.
Browse upcoming events from Victoria to Port Hardy and start planning your next adventure with EMR Vacation Rentals.
See an event we missed? let us know and we’ll be happy to add it to the calendar.
Colwood Music in the Park
A series of outdoor concerts featuring local bands performing in a relaxed, community setting.
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Oak Bay Night Market
An evening market series featuring artisan vendors, food trucks, live entertainment, and local makers in an outdoor waterfront setting.
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Gorge Farmers Market
A community driven market featuring local crafts-people and food-trucks. They take the week of September 7 - 14 off.
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Commercial Street Night Market
I night market that turns Commercial Street in downtown Nanaimo into a free street party with 150 to choose from.
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Victoria Jazz Fest
A nine day celebration of jazz that is one of Victoria's biggest events of the year.
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Summer Shakespeare Festival
Open-air performances of Shakespeare plays with a casual atmosphere.
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Victoria Ska & Reggae Festival
A multi-day music festival focused on ska, reggae, and related genres, featuring both international touring acts and local performers.
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39 Days of July
A long-running summer arts festival with outdoor concerts, markets, art shows, street performances, and community events spread throughout downtown...more
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Canada Day Courtenay: Night Before Concert
A musical performance to lead us into Canada Day featuring the Sean Grieve Committee and Ten Souljers.
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Canada Day Campbell River: Spirit Square Celebration
A car show and BBQ that is topped off with a performance by Completely Creedence.
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