Central Island | This Week's Events
The following is a list of the events happening in the next 7 days in and around Nanaimo, Parksville, Qualicum Beach, Tofino, Port Alberni and Central Vancouver Island
If you are looking for ways to keep from feeling cooped up we hope that something in the following list of events keeps you sane.
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Events happening this week...
Stories on Friday - Turkey Tales!
Fri. October 9th, 2026 NanaimoJoin us for a captivating evening of storytelling at 'Stories on Friday' presented by the Around Town Tellers. Turkey Tales! is our theme in October. For adults of all ages.
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Fall Family Barn Dance
Fri. October 9th, 2026 NanaimoNanaimo Fiddle Society Presents our Fall Family Barn Dance
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The Birds and The Bees
Sat. October 10th, 2026 NanaimoA funny and flirty play about life and love comedy 20th Sept - 10th October. Get your tickets at NanaimoTheatreGroup.ca ages 16+
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DJ PAQUETTE Family Dance at the Errington Hall
Sat. October 10th, 2026 ErringtonErrington's first DJ family dance with DJ Paquette. Expect funky, groovy blends of upbeat house music and progressive techno. Online tickets $22.50 at https://ErringtonHall.Tickit.ca
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Felted Fairy Witch
Sun. October 11th, 2026 NanaimoCreate your own unique felted fairy or witch from our many colors of wool roving, spun wool and mill ends.
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Healing Salves
Mon. October 12th, 2026 NanaimoMake 2 healing salves from beeswax and our large selections of butters, beneficial oils and essential oils.
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Crochet Headband
Thu. October 15th, 2026 NanaimoLearn the basics of crochet while creating a cozy, stylish headband! This beginner-friendly class will guide you step-by-step through the stitches and techniques needed to complete your own crochet he
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NAUTICAL DISASTER - Tragically Hip Tribute - Live at THE QUEENS
Fri. October 16th, 2026 NanaimoJoin us at Nanaimo's best live music venue for a night of yer favourite big hits and deep cuts performed by Canada's most authentic Tragically Hip tribute act.
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Jackie Findlay, Singer/Songwriter Live in Nanaimo
Fri. October 16th, 2026 NanaimoAward-winning singer/songwriter, Jackie Findlay will be performing at the Free Play Cafe—324 Terminal Avenue, on October 16th at 7pm. Donations to support the venue are encouraged ($5).
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The Orangutan Project Benefit Concert
Fri. October 16th, 2026 NanaimoCome enjoy a night of exciting jazz music and tap, jazz and ballet dance at ‘A Taste of Halloween’, featuring the outstanding Teighan Couch Jazz Trio and the much-loved Nanaimo Harbour Dance.
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Mend: An Invitation to Return to Land-Based Repair
Fri. October 16th, 2026 NanaimoAn evening of learning, reflection and conversation with Mend author Jodi Spargur, exploring reconciliation and how we can participate meaningfully in the ongoing work of relationship and repair.
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