Free Events on Vancouver Island

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On a budget, but looking for things to do?

Here are all the great events happening on Vancouver Island for FREE! With all these ideas, there should be no excuses for boredom.

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Live Edge Design

Tue. October 13th, 2026 - Sat. October 17th, 2026 Duncan

Beautifully crafted furniture, made in the Cowichan Valley

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Lana McQueen: Nature’s Diversity

Tue. October 13th, 2026 - Sat. October 17th, 2026 Duncan

Photography featuring Vancouver Island scenes

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Camosun College Open House

Sat. October 17th, 2026 Victoria

Whether you are planning your first step after high school, considering a career change, or exploring university pathways, Open House is the perfect place to start planning your future.

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Live Edge Design

Tue. October 20th, 2026 - Fri. October 23rd, 2026 Duncan

Beautifully crafted furniture, made in the Cowichan Valley

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Lana McQueen: Nature’s Diversity

Tue. October 20th, 2026 - Fri. October 23rd, 2026 Duncan

Photography featuring Vancouver Island scenes

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Nanaimo Quilters Guild

Wed. October 21st, 2026 Nanaimo

Nanaimo Quilters' Guild brings fellow quilters together, to share ideas, participate in classes and socialize.

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Tapestry Weavers of Vancouver Islands

Wed. October 21st, 2026 Parksville

Study group and meeting for beginner tapestry weavers to experienced and professional tapestry artists.

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Stephen Collis: Poetry Reading

Wed. October 21st, 2026 Nanaimo

VIU's 2026 Gustafson Distinguished Poet, Stephen Collis, reads poetry from across his wonderful body of work.

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Apple Pressing in Action

Thu. October 22nd, 2026 Cobble Hill

Watch freshly harvested apples become juice before your eyes and experience one of Vancouver Island’s most authentic harvest experiences as Merridale’s next vintage of handcrafted cider begins.

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2026 Gustafson Distinguished Poet's Lecture

Thu. October 22nd, 2026 Nanaimo

Renowned poet Stephen Collis delivers the 2026 Gustafson Distinguished Poet’s Lecture, titled "Small Craft Warning” at Vancouver Island University.

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Button Blankets: Exhibit, talk, and button drive

Thu. October 22nd, 2026 - Sat. October 24th, 2026 Courtenay

The Courtenay Museum will host an exhibit featuring button blankets created by artist Pamela Mitchell. She will present a brief illustrated talk in conjunction with the exhibit.

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