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...
MLA George Anderson's Community Event
Mon. August 3rd, 2026 NanaimoJoin MLA George Anderson for a free summer celebration featuring a BBQ, community booths, Disney•Pixar's Coco on the big screen, and a spectacular BC Day drone show!
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Free Dancing in the Park
Tue. August 4th, 2026 NanaimoFree Dancing in the Park Free 1-hour Workshops No partner needed! Welcoming - Respectful - Inclusive
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Salmon Secrets
Wed. August 5th, 2026 TofinoDon’t miss this entertaining, informative and inspiring evening, featuring Tla-o-qui-aht First Nations guest speaker and our award-winning local documentary. Everyone welcome!
Click for More >>Lanterns for Peace ceremony
Thu. August 6th, 2026 NanaimoNanaimo’s 25th annual Lanterns for Peace Ceremony will be held at Swa-a-lana Lagoon on Nanaimo’s waterfront. Lanterns will be launched at dusk.
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Gravemass - This Is The Way - Western Canada Tour - Nanaimo
Thu. August 6th, 2026 NanaimoVancouver's GRAVEMASS (ft. members of Zimmers Hole, 3 Inches of Blood, Revocation) is on their Western Canada "This Is The Way 2026 Tour" in support of their debut album "This Is The Way,".
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Nanaimo Blues Festival
Fri. August 7th, 2026 NanaimoNanaimo Blues Festival offers 3 days of international and national blues, dancing, food trucks, artisans and more!
Click for More >>Gather & Graze
Sat. August 8th, 2026 Port AlberniThe Third Annual Gather & Graze dinner is a fine dining, long table, surf and turf dinner set amongst the trees at The Cabin at Shannon Farms, a multigenerational dairy farm in the Alberni Valley.
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Volunteer Nanaimo Garage Sale
Sat. August 8th, 2026 NanaimoVolunteer Nanaimo Garage Sale 3148 Barons Rd. Housewares, Home décor, Tools, Craft supplies, Toys, Games, Books, Appliances. Proceeds benefit the Silver Adventures Seniors’ Program.
Click for More >>NANAIMO POTTERY COOP SUMMER SALE
Sat. August 8th, 2026 NanaimoNanaimo Pottery Coop is having their anticipated summer sale of unique and original pottery lovingly created by local members. There’s something for everyone as well as a free draw.
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Nanaimo Blues Festival
Sun. August 9th, 2026 NanaimoNanaimo Blues Festival offers 3 days of international and national blues, dancing, food trucks, artisans and more!
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Parksville Downtown Farmers Market
Sun. August 9th, 2026 ParksvilleNew Sunday Farmers Market at the MAC Community Garden featuring local farmers, bakers, jam and pickle makers and other small food producers. Support farmers to ensure a resilient, vibrant food supply.
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Errington World Music Workshops
Mon. August 10th, 2026 ErringtonCheck out 4 world music workshops offered at the Errington Hall this August: Celtic Marimba, Latin Marimba, Brazilian Percussion, and Hawaiian & Mexican Ukulele. Only $20 for each 90-minute session.
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