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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⚽ Round of 16 Watch Party – 2026 Alberni Valley Indigenous-Led Soccer Community Celebration

Tue. July 7th, 2026 Bamfield

Free, family-friendly live big-screen FIFA World Cup 2026 match viewing! Part of the Indigenous-led regional soccer community celebration proudly funded by the Province of BC.

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Free Dancing in the Park

Tue. July 7th, 2026 Nanaimo

Free Dancing in the Park Free 1-hour Workshops No partner needed! Welcoming - Respectful - Inclusive

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WorkBC Centre Nanaimo the WIRELESS kiosk @Costco Hiring Fair

Tue. July 7th, 2026 Nanaimo

Come by the Nanaimo WorkBC Centre to meet with Canada’s leading wireless retailer.

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Mid-Island Coin Club

Thu. July 9th, 2026 Nanaimo

Many people have a few coins of interest in their homes. Meeting with others who are interested in the same hobby is an excellent way to learn about the value of your collection.

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Sculptural In Nature: a group show of small sculptures

Thu. July 9th, 2026 Nanaimo

A collection of small contemporary ceramic works by contemporary artists who's work reflects their relationships to nature

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Sunset Cinema

Fri. July 10th, 2026 Parksville

Free outdoor movie!

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Building Friendship & Bracelets

Sat. July 11th, 2026 Nanaimo

Kids will enjoy a fun storytime, make new friends and have fun with a braclet beading activity!

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Mandala Dot Painted Stone or Pot

Sun. July 12th, 2026 Nanaimo

Join us to make a beautiful mandala dot painted stone or clay pot. You can choose from one of our pre-stenciled designs or create your own. You will learn dot layout techniques, the different tools to

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Parksville Downtown Farmers Market

Sun. July 12th, 2026 Parksville

New 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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🌈 Victoria Pride Parade

Sun. July 12th, 2026 Nanaimo

The Victoria Pride Parade 2026 is taking place in downtown Victoria this July!

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The Miranda Sage Quartet

Sun. July 12th, 2026 Nanaimo

The exceptionally talented Miranda Sage Quartet will be playing for at the Simonholt Restaurant (Nanaimo). Miranda will be touring her latest album with a group of Canada;s best jazz musicians!

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