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...
Tablao Flamenco in Performance
Thu. September 3rd, 2026 ErringtonA spellbinding evening of raw emotion, showcasing world-class musicianship, thunderous footwork, and the intimate, improvised passion of a traditional Andalusian showcase.
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Salish Coast Music Festival
Thu. September 3rd, 2026 - Mon. September 7th, 2026 ParksvilleLaunched in 2024, the Salish Coast Music Festival is a celebration of local music and storytelling talent in and around Oceanside, Vancouver Island.
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The Raven and the Duke/ String Fever
Fri. September 4th, 2026 ParksvilleA brilliant, boundary-pushing web of acoustic music, blending soaring violin with swing, gypsy jazz, folk, and North American roots traditions for a completely mesmerizing listening experience.
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Claire Coupland Trio at the Parksville Museum
Sat. September 5th, 2026 ParksvilleA captivating blend of modern West Coast folk, jazz-inflected progressions, and roots-rock, anchored by intricate fingerpicking and a pure, room-silencing voice that cuts straight to the heart.
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Creative Harbour Day
Sat. September 5th, 2026 NanaimoCreative Harbour Day is a vibrant celebration of local art and community as thousands of visitors arrive in Nanaimo. The Gallery comes alive with artist demos, creative processes, interactive moments,
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Parksville Downtown Farmers Market
Sun. September 6th, 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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Gemstone Moon, Heart or Plant
Sun. September 6th, 2026 NanaimoCreate a stunning Gemstone and Wire Heart Suncatcher in this engaging workshop! Learn wire wrapping techniques to adorn an 8-inch and a 4-inch heart frame with a variety of gemstone beads and add crys
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Axé Capoeira Performance at the Parksville Museum
Sun. September 6th, 2026 ParksvilleAn explosive, high-energy fusion of Afro-Brazilian martial arts, acrobatics, and live traditional rhythm, showcasing the vibrant, community-driven spirit of Brazil.
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The Southern Residents in Concert at the Errington Hall
Sun. September 6th, 2026 ErringtonA tidal wave of hard-driving, traditional bluegrass energy, blending lightning-fast picking, soaring harmonies, and a deep respect for the genre's roots by this 2026 Juno and CFMA nominated band.</
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The Elliot Freedman Group with Guest John Stowell at The Simonholt Restaurant (Nanaimo) Sept. 6th
Sun. September 6th, 2026 NanaimoQuadwrangle Music Productions is thrilled to announce that the Elliot Freedman Group with guest John Stowell will be playing for usual the Simonholt Restaurant (Nanaimo).
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The Bills in Concert at the Salish Coast Music Festival
Mon. September 7th, 2026 ParksvilleFestival closers, The Bills bring a high-energy acoustic cocktail of global folk, bluegrass, and jazz, delivered with virtuosic musicianship and infectious, genre-bending charm.
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