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Vancouver Island Events

There’s always something happening on Vancouver Island!

Whether you’re planning a summer getaway, a winter escape, or a longer stay on Vancouver Island, exploring local events is one of the best ways to connect with the culture, food, music, and coastal communities that make the Island so unique.

Browse upcoming events from Victoria to Port Hardy and start planning your next adventure with EMR Vacation Rentals.

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Ladysmith Days

Ladysmith Days

August 1 – August 2, 2026

Transfer Beach

A two-day community celebration with a concert and fireworks on Sunday night.

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Cowichan Valley Wine Festival

Cowichan Valley Wine Festival

August 1 – August 31, 2026

Cowichan Valley

A month long guide where you can explore the offerings of 11 exquisite wineries in the Cowichan Valley. A ticket comes with a complementary tasting at each…

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Comox Nautical Days

Comox Nautical Days

August 1 – August 3, 2026

Comox Marina Park

Enjoy more than a hundred craft booths, while eating from local food trucks, and top it all off with a light and fireworks show on Monday night.

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Filberg Festival

Filberg Festival

July 31 – August 2, 2026

Filberg Park

A large outdoor arts festival featuring Canadian musicians, artisan vendors, food booths, and gardens overlooking Comox Harbour.

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Sunfest Country Music Festival

Sunfest Country Music Festival

July 30 – August 2, 2026

Laketown Ranch Music & Recreation Park

One of western Canada’s largest country music festivals featuring major touring artists, camping, and multi-day outdoor concerts at Laketown Ranch.

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Coombs Bluegrass Festival

Coombs Bluegrass Festival

July 27 – August 2, 2026

2601 Alberni Hwy near the Coombs Junction of Hwy 4 and Hwy 4A

A relaxed camping and music festival featuring bluegrass, folk, and acoustic performers in a rural fairground setting. Early camping starts on the 27th, the…

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Victoria Dragon Boat Festival

Victoria Dragon Boat Festival

July 25 – July 26, 2026

Fairway Gorge Paddling Club

A multi-day paddling festival with a wide variety of boat races.

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42nd Annual Islands Folk Festival

42nd Annual Islands Folk Festival

July 24 – July 26, 2026

Providence Farm, Duncan

A stellar lineup of musicians that pair nicely with their beverage garden, onsite camping, and artisan food vendors.

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Oak Bay Collector Car Show

Oak Bay Collector Car Show

July 19, 2026

Oak Bay Avenue

A street festival showcasing vintage and specialty vehicles alongside local vendors, and food.

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Art Gallery Paint-In

Art Gallery Paint-In

July 18, 2026 · 11:00am – 6:00pm

Moss Street

The largest summer arts festival on Vancouver Island bringing in over 50,000 people annually.

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Duncan Day Parade & Festival

Duncan Day Parade & Festival

July 10 – July 11, 2026 · 11:00am – 2:00pm

Duncan, BC

A community celebration with a parade, street vendors, live music, family activities, and local business showcases throughout downtown Duncan.

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Phillips Backyard Music Festival

Phillips Backyard Music Festival

July 10 – July 12, 2026

2010 Government St

A multi-day music festival with indie, rock, and alternative acts hosted by a local brewery.

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