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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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World Ocean Day Festival

World Ocean Day Festival

June 6, 2026 · 10:00am – 3:00pm

Maritime Heritage Centre @621 Island Highway

Free admission to the Maritime Heritage Center grants you accesses to a collection of vendors selling ocean and nautical themed crafts, merchandise, and art…

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Jun6

Sooke Secret Garden Tour

June 6 – June 7, 2026 · 10:00am – 4:00pm

Multiple gardens and studios around Sooke

A self-guided garden tour giving visitors access to private coastal and rural gardens across the Sooke region while supporting local community programs.

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Nudibranch Life Drawing

Nudibranch Life Drawing

June 5, 2026 · 1:00pm – 3:00pm

Campbell River Art Gallery, Shoppers Row,

A live drawing session where participants can draw the sea creatures and ask questions of the staff.

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Birding Basics at Baikie Island Nature Reserve

Birding Basics at Baikie Island Nature Reserve

June 5, 2026 · 10:00am – 12:00pm

Baikie Island Nature Preserve, Robinson Rd,

A guided bird watching tour of Baikie Island Nature Reserve.

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The Oak Bay Tea Party

The Oak Bay Tea Party

June 5 – June 7, 2026

Willows Park

A long-running community festival featuring beach-side activities, amusement rides, and family-friendly outdoor entertainment.

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Jun5

Island FanCon

June 5 – June 7, 2026

City Centre Park, Langford

A pop culture convention featuring cosplay, artists, gaming, celebrity guests, and panels focused on comics, film, and fandom culture.

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Ocean Serenity: Watercolour and Mindfulness Workshop

Ocean Serenity: Watercolour and Mindfulness Workshop

June 4, 2026 · 6:30pm – 8:30pm

Maritime Heritage Centre, 621 Island Highway

A guided workshop to help with mindfulness, relaxation, and practicing watercolour drawing.

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Ken Forde Park Beach Cleanup

Ken Forde Park Beach Cleanup

June 4, 2026 · 5:00pm – 6:30pm

Ken Forde Park, Seawalk

A supportive community beach cleanup at the Ken Forde Park beach.

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Seaweed Cinema

Seaweed Cinema

June 3, 2026 · 6:30pm – 9:00pm

1220 Shoppers Row Campbell River

A seaweed themed night with a showcase of reforestation efforts alongside Beach Fire Brewing’s seaweed sour ale, and a complementary, specialty, seaweed topped…

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Sea School with Explorer Lab

Sea School with Explorer Lab

June 3, 2026 · 3:00pm – 4:30pm

621 Island Hwy

An educational event for children to learn about the ocean through hands on activities.

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Our Ocean Neighbours

Our Ocean Neighbours

June 2, 2026 · 6:00pm – 8:00pm

Maritime Heritage Centre, 621 Island Hwy

An evening of talks exploring the incredible marine life in our nearby ocean.

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Willow Point Reef Tour & Sea Star Survey

Willow Point Reef Tour & Sea Star Survey

June 2, 2026 · 11:00am – 1:00pm

Jaycee Park, 2500 S Island Hwy

Watch a team of experienced scientists survey sea stars at the beautiful Willow Point Reef.

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