Free Events on Vancouver Island

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Wild Places, Wild Woman: An Art Exhibit for Good

Mon. July 20th, 2026 - Thu. July 23rd, 2026 Sidney

Welcome to Wild Places, Wild Women! An Art for Good Exhibit Claudia Malacrida, Sheryl Parsons, Ann Perodeau, and Linda Urbinsky are landscape artists working in divergent styles and various media t

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The Jeffrey Rubinoff Sculpture Park Summer 2026 season openings and events calendar

Tue. July 21st, 2026 - Fri. July 24th, 2026 Hornby Island

The Jeffrey Rubinoff Sculpture Park Summer 2026 Season Openings & Events

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Free Dancing in the Park

Tue. July 21st, 2026 Nanaimo

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

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Jennifer Lawson: Watercolours

Tue. July 21st, 2026 - Fri. July 24th, 2026 Duncan

Beautiful watercolours of the Cowichan Valley

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Catherine Fraser: Paintings

Tue. July 21st, 2026 - Fri. July 24th, 2026 Duncan

A variety of styles and motifs in painting

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Chemainus Wednesday Market

Wed. July 22nd, 2026 Chemainus

Join us for the return of the Wednesday Market at Waterwheel Square! Hosted by the Chemainus + District Chamber of Commerce, it’s the perfect mid-week spot to discover local treasures and shop local!

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Metaphysical Psychic and Wellness Fair Parksville

Sat. July 25th, 2026 Parksville

First 25 people are offered free coffee and a snack. Free draw for two people to win $100 cash each. Free Admission Free draw for door prizes.

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Parksville Downtown Farmers Market

Sun. July 26th, 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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