A Seat at the Table Exhibit
Chinese Immigration in BC told as a story that is both local and global, historical and contemporary in A Seat at the Table, a traveling exhibit hosted by the BC Forest Discovery Centre.
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Footloose
One kid. One town. One chance. A spirited city kid moves to a small farming town where he finds himself at odds with the restrictive dancing ban enforced by the local preacher. This lively musical breaks down barriers in a triumph of spirit and freedom. It’s time to kick off your Sunday shoes!
Ellen Brandson Unleashed
Ellen Brandson Unleashed runs from June 27th – July 6th. Open 10AM – 4PM daily at the Ladysmith Gallery.
39 Days of July Festival
This unique festival offers 39 days of free live music (from noon until 8pm daily) on intimate stages in beautiful downtown Duncan.
Free
Canada Day Weekend Malahat SkyWalk
Canadian owned and Island proud, Malahat SkyWalk is bringing all the good stuff this Canada Day weekend!
8 events,
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Canada Day at BC Forest Discovery Centre
Canada Day at BC Forest Discovery Centre
The BC Forest Discovery Centre is proud to represent Canada & its history with a special celebration & admission!
$5
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Community Arts Caravan Art Tent at Canada Day in Shawnigan Lake
Community Arts Caravan Art Tent at Canada Day in Shawnigan Lake
Come out to enjoy the parade, live entertainment, inflatable, games, crafts, food trucks and more. Family fun for all ages!
Free
6 events,
Chemainus Wednesday Market
Chemainus Wednesday Market
Stroll through a vibrant marketplace filled with local treasures! Happening every Wednesday at 10am-3pm from May 28-September 17, 2025.
6 events,
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Community Arts Caravan Art Tent – At Music in the Park
Community Arts Caravan Art Tent – At Music in the Park
Join the Cowichan South Arts Guild (CSAG) at the Art Tent during Music in the Park. Every Thursday evening during July and August from 6:30-8pm.
Free
7 events,
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Chemainus Giant Street Market
Chemainus Giant Street Market
Mark your calendars! The beloved Annual Giant Street Market returns to Willow Street on Saturday July 5, bringing a full day of community celebration, local shopping, and family-friendly fun.
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Summer SkyWalk Music Series | Live Music at Malahat SkyWalk
Summer SkyWalk Music Series | Live Music at Malahat SkyWalk
From June 14 to September 7, the Summer SkyWalk Music Series brings the sounds of the Island to the treetops every Saturday and Sunday.
Included with admission
6 events,
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Summer SkyWalk Music Series | Live Music at Malahat SkyWalk
Summer SkyWalk Music Series | Live Music at Malahat SkyWalk
From June 14 to September 7, the Summer SkyWalk Music Series brings the sounds of the Island to the treetops every Saturday and Sunday.
Included with admission
7 events,
Ladysmith Gallery: Botanicals
Step into a world where nature and creativity intertwine at our upcoming art exhibition, Botanicals. This vibrant showcase celebrates the beauty, complexity, and wonder of plant life through the eyes of talented local artists.
Chemainus Wednesday Market
Chemainus Wednesday Market
Stroll through a vibrant marketplace filled with local treasures! Happening every Wednesday at 10am-3pm from May 28-September 17, 2025.
Symphony Summer Sizzle Festival – Winery Series
Symphony Summer Sizzle Festival – Winery Series
Blue Grouse Winery invites you to unwind on their tasting room patio after-hours with the musicians of the VI Symphony.
$46 – $122
6 events,
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Community Arts Caravan Art Tent – At Music in the Park
Community Arts Caravan Art Tent – At Music in the Park
Join the Cowichan South Arts Guild (CSAG) at the Art Tent during Music in the Park. Every Thursday evening during July and August from 6:30-8pm.
Free
7 events,
Visions Art Studio Tour
Mark your calendars now for the art event of the summer: visit beautiful art-filled studios across the Cowichan Valley at the 2025 Visions Art Studio Tour.
Duncan Days 2025
Join us for Duncan Days, an exciting two-day celebration in the heart of Downtown Duncan!
Free
12 events,
Art on the Acreage at Shades of Green
Where art, music and nature meet! Mark your calendars for one of the most vibrant and heartfelt art events of the season.
Free
Community Arts Caravan Art Tent at Art On The Acreage
Join Cowichan South Arts Guild at the Art Tent during Art on the Acreage. Where Art, Music & Nature Meet!
Free
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Honeymoon Bay Day
Honeymoon Bay Day
Join the Honeymoon Bay Community Society, Cowichan Lake Recreation, the Honeymoon Bay Fire Department and Cowichan Lake District Chamber of Commerce for a fun family event. There will be a pancake breakfast followed by a parade that marshals on March Road, live music, games for kids, crafts, concession and more!
Free
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Art in the Vineyard
Art in the Vineyard
Join Maple Bay Painters for an afternoon of original art in a beautiful setting overlooking vineyards and Quamichan Lake.
Free
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Summer SkyWalk Music Series | Live Music at Malahat SkyWalk
Summer SkyWalk Music Series | Live Music at Malahat SkyWalk
From June 14 to September 7, the Summer SkyWalk Music Series brings the sounds of the Island to the treetops every Saturday and Sunday.
Included with admission
11 events,
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Brits on the Beach
Brits on the Beach
The Central Island Branch of the Old English Car Club Presents: Brits on the Beach happening at Transfer Beach Park in Ladysmith, BC.
Free
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Summer SkyWalk Music Series | Live Music at Malahat SkyWalk
Summer SkyWalk Music Series | Live Music at Malahat SkyWalk
From June 14 to September 7, the Summer SkyWalk Music Series brings the sounds of the Island to the treetops every Saturday and Sunday.
Included with admission
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Acoustic Jam by Cowichan South Arts Guild
Acoustic Jam by Cowichan South Arts Guild
This is an inclusive jam for all skill levels and welcoming singers and multi-instrumentalists with hosts Myron Arndt along with Dean Derby!
6 events,
Chemainus Wednesday Market
Chemainus Wednesday Market
Stroll through a vibrant marketplace filled with local treasures! Happening every Wednesday at 10am-3pm from May 28-September 17, 2025.
7 events,
Cowichan Rock N’ Gem Show
Get ready, Cowichan and surrounding area! The Rock N’ Gem Show is coming to town, bringing an incredible world of crystals, minerals, jewelry, fossils, and so much more for you to explore!
$3 – $7
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Community Arts Caravan Art Tent – At Music in the Park
Community Arts Caravan Art Tent – At Music in the Park
Join the Cowichan South Arts Guild (CSAG) at the Art Tent during Music in the Park. Every Thursday evening during July and August from 6:30-8pm.
Free
7 events,
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Summer Soul Night with The Soul Shakers
Summer Soul Night with The Soul Shakers
Join us for a lively summer evening of music, wine, and great company at Blue Grouse Estate Winery.
$55 – $65
9 events,
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Cowichan Lake Lions Club – Community Outdoor Market
Cowichan Lake Lions Club – Community Outdoor Market
An outdoor market once a month from April to September featuring local vendors including crafters, makers, thrifters, farmers, bakers, and artisans.
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Ice Cream Social
Ice Cream Social
Whether you’re looking for a treat, a tune, or just a relaxing time in the sun, the Ice Cream Social has it all. We can’t wait to welcome you to Kin Beach Park for an unforgettable afternoon of frozen fun and community connection.
Free
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Summer SkyWalk Music Series | Live Music at Malahat SkyWalk
Summer SkyWalk Music Series | Live Music at Malahat SkyWalk
From June 14 to September 7, the Summer SkyWalk Music Series brings the sounds of the Island to the treetops every Saturday and Sunday.
Included with admission
7 events,
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Summer SkyWalk Music Series | Live Music at Malahat SkyWalk
Summer SkyWalk Music Series | Live Music at Malahat SkyWalk
From June 14 to September 7, the Summer SkyWalk Music Series brings the sounds of the Island to the treetops every Saturday and Sunday.
Included with admission
7 events,
Chemainus Wednesday Market
Chemainus Wednesday Market
Stroll through a vibrant marketplace filled with local treasures! Happening every Wednesday at 10am-3pm from May 28-September 17, 2025.
Symphony Summer Sizzle Festival – Winery Series
Symphony Summer Sizzle Festival – Winery Series
Blue Grouse Winery invites you to unwind on their tasting room patio after-hours with the musicians of the VI Symphony.
$46 – $122
5 events,
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Community Arts Caravan Art Tent – At Music in the Park
Community Arts Caravan Art Tent – At Music in the Park
Join the Cowichan South Arts Guild (CSAG) at the Art Tent during Music in the Park. Every Thursday evening during July and August from 6:30-8pm.
Free
7 events,
Islands Folk Festival
The Cowichan Folk Guild is proud to host the 41st Annual Islands Folk Festival held at Providence Farm. Come and join us for 3 days of music across 5 stages!
Paparazzi – Opera on the Rocks
Prepare yourself to enjoy one of the most unique theatrical experiences you’ll ever ‘experience’, when you ‘experience’ acclaimed tenor Luciano Paparazzi for an evening of Operatic Comedy.
$78
Spiritbrush Artist Stumbles Into Mother Nature’s Refuge
This exhibition is more than a collection of landscapes or nature-inspired forms—it’s a conversation with Mother Nature herself. Shapes, colors and patterns of the natural world have been translated into gestural brushstrokes, textures, natural palettes and imagery.
9 events,
2025 Outdoor Art Market
The 2025 CVAC Outdoor Art Market is Saturday, July 26 in Downtown Duncan. With the Farmers Market and 39 Days of July, there will be lots of reasons to visit Downtown Duncan.
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Shawnigan Lake Museum Re-Opening Celebration
Shawnigan Lake Museum Re-Opening Celebration
You’re invited to celebrate the official reopening of the newly expanded Shawnigan Lake Museum.
Free
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Summer SkyWalk Music Series | Live Music at Malahat SkyWalk
Summer SkyWalk Music Series | Live Music at Malahat SkyWalk
From June 14 to September 7, the Summer SkyWalk Music Series brings the sounds of the Island to the treetops every Saturday and Sunday.
Included with admission
7 events,
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Summer SkyWalk Music Series | Live Music at Malahat SkyWalk
Summer SkyWalk Music Series | Live Music at Malahat SkyWalk
From June 14 to September 7, the Summer SkyWalk Music Series brings the sounds of the Island to the treetops every Saturday and Sunday.
Included with admission
5 events,
Chemainus Wednesday Market
Chemainus Wednesday Market
Stroll through a vibrant marketplace filled with local treasures! Happening every Wednesday at 10am-3pm from May 28-September 17, 2025.
6 events,
Sunfest Country Music Festival
Sunfest is a country music lovers’ paradise! Hosted at the pristine, 172-acre Laketown Ranch in Cowichan Lake, Sunfest is Vancouver Island’s largest music festival and the best way to spend your BC Day (August) Long Weekend.
See website for tickets
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Community Arts Caravan Art Tent – At Music in the Park
Community Arts Caravan Art Tent – At Music in the Park
Join the Cowichan South Arts Guild (CSAG) at the Art Tent during Music in the Park. Every Thursday evening during July and August from 6:30-8pm.
Free
6 events,
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Summer SkyWalk Music Series | Live Music at Malahat SkyWalk
Summer SkyWalk Music Series | Live Music at Malahat SkyWalk
From June 14 to September 7, the Summer SkyWalk Music Series brings the sounds of the Island to the treetops every Saturday and Sunday.
Included with admission
6 events,
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Summer SkyWalk Music Series | Live Music at Malahat SkyWalk
Summer SkyWalk Music Series | Live Music at Malahat SkyWalk
From June 14 to September 7, the Summer SkyWalk Music Series brings the sounds of the Island to the treetops every Saturday and Sunday.
Included with admission
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