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

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Soy Jar Candles

Mon. June 15th, 2026 Nanaimo

Make 3 x 125ml jar scented soy candles!

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

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Macrame Brown Owl

Wed. June 17th, 2026 Nanaimo

Create your own macramé brown owl wall hanging using simple knotting techniques and natural cotton cord. In this beginner-friendly class, you’ll learn basic knots while designing a textured owl comple

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Beach Mixed Media Painting

Thu. June 18th, 2026 Nanoose

Unleash your creativity and craft your own unique beach-themed painted collage art on canvas! Start by applying plaster designs to create texture. Then, choose from a variety of paint colors, sand, sh

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🇨🇦 Canada vs Qatar Watch Party – 2026 Alberni Valley Indigenous-Led Soccer Community Celebration

Thu. June 18th, 2026 Port Alberni

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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🇲🇽 Mexico vs South Korea Watch Party – 2026 Alberni Valley Indigenous-Led Soccer Community Celebration

Thu. June 18th, 2026 Port Alberni

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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Thora Howell's Fundraising Cookbook Launch

Thu. June 18th, 2026 Nanaimo

Join Thora Howell for the launch of her first cookbook, "Around a Protection Island Table" at Flying Fish, 180 Commercial Street during the first Commercial Street Night Market.

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West Coast Swing Social Dance and All-Levels Workshop

Fri. June 19th, 2026 Nanaimo

Everyone is welcome No partner or dance experience required In West Coast Swing dancers choose to either lead or follow This style of dance has a focus on connection, musicality, and creativity

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TD JazzFest 2026: Ron Di Lauro Sextet "kind of blue"

Sat. June 20th, 2026 - Sun. June 21st, 2026 Nanaimo

Ron Di Lauro "kind of blue" will be performing at Encore.

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A JOURNEY HOME Hook Line and Hospice Sockeye Derby

Sat. June 20th, 2026 - Sun. June 21st, 2026 Port Alberni

Join us at China Creek Marina & Campground for a sockeye derby to raise funds for Ty Watson House! Cash prizes sponsored by Port Alberni Port Authority.

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