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.
Art Gallery Paint-In
The largest summer arts festival on Vancouver Island bringing in over 50,000 people annually.
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Oak Bay Collector Car Show
A street festival showcasing vintage and specialty vehicles alongside local vendors, and food.
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Victoria Dragon Boat Festival
A multi-day paddling festival with a wide variety of boat races.
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Coombs Bluegrass Festival
A relaxed camping and music festival featuring bluegrass, folk, and acoustic performers in a rural fairground setting. Early camping starts on the...more
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Sunfest Country Music Festival
One of western Canada’s largest country music festivals featuring major touring artists, camping, and multi-day outdoor concerts at Laketown Ranch.
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Filberg Festival
A large outdoor arts festival featuring Canadian musicians, artisan vendors, food booths, and gardens overlooking Comox Harbour.
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Comox Nautical Days
Enjoy more than a hundred craft booths, while eating from local food trucks, and top it all off with a light and fireworks show on Monday night.
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Ladysmith Days
A two-day community celebration with a concert and fireworks on Sunday night.
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Sooke Music and Art festival
A community-focused music event featuring local and regional performers across multiple genres.
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Vancouver Island Pagan Pride Day
The 20th annual Vancouver Island Pagan Pride Day welcomes you to shop and their local vendor stands, and take part in their workshops.
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