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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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Pride at the Tide

Pride at the Tide

June 27, 2026 · 7:30pm

1220 Shoppers Row

A drag, funk, and queer celebration put on my Tidemark Theater.

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PULSE on the Plaza

PULSE on the Plaza

June 26, 2026 · 5:00pm – 9:00pm

580 Duncan Avenue

An indigenous mini music and art fest with a salmon BBQ, art making stations, and an art market.

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39 Days of July

39 Days of July

June 26 – August 3, 2026

Downtown Duncan

A long-running summer arts festival with outdoor concerts, markets, art shows, street performances, and community events spread throughout downtown Duncan.

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Victoria Ska & Reggae Festival

Victoria Ska & Reggae Festival

June 24 – June 28, 2026

Various venues across Victoria

A multi-day music festival focused on ska, reggae, and related genres, featuring both international touring acts and local performers.

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Summer Shakespeare Festival

Summer Shakespeare Festival

June 22 – July 25, 2026 · 7:00pm

Craigdarroch Castle and Lampson School

Schedule: Daily except Sunday Open-air performances of Shakespeare plays with a casual atmosphere.

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Victoria Jazz Fest

Victoria Jazz Fest

June 19 – June 28, 2026

Various locations around Victoria

A nine day celebration of jazz that is one of Victoria’s biggest events of the year.

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Cowichan Valley Bluegrass Festival

Cowichan Valley Bluegrass Festival

June 19 – June 21, 2026

Laketown Ranch Music and Recreation Park

A camping and music festival featuring bluegrass, folk, and roots performers.

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Commercial Street Night Market

Commercial Street Night Market

June 18 – August 27, 2026

Commercial Street, Downtown Nanaimo

Schedule: Every Thursday I night market that turns Commercial Street in downtown Nanaimo into a free street party with 150 to choose from.

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Gorge Farmers Market

Gorge Farmers Market

June 15 – September 21, 2026 · 4:30pm – 7:30pm

1070 Tillicum Road

A community driven market featuring local crafts-people and food-trucks. They take the week of September 7 – 14 off.

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Oak Bay Night Market

Oak Bay Night Market

June 10 – September 9, 2026 · 4:00pm – 8:00pm

2167 Oak Bay Ave

Schedule: Second Wednesday of the month An evening market series featuring artisan vendors, food trucks, live entertainment, and local makers in an outdoor…

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Village Block Party

Village Block Party

June 7, 2026 · 10:00am – 6:00pm

Cook Street Village

A single-day street festival with local vendors, live music, food stalls, and family-friendly activities.

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Vic West Fest

Vic West Fest

June 6, 2026 · 12:00pm – 6:00pm

521 Craigflower Road

Vic West Fest is a free, all-ages outdoor festival that celebrates the diverse culture, creativity, and community spirit of Victoria West.

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