Vancouver Island Events Calendar

Wednesday, October 28

Listings whose dates cover this day. Confirm daily hours before travelling.

3 events

On through

3JAN

SUN

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Started Fri, Jun 5

Victoria · Arts

Ancient Egypt: Obsessed with Life

Runs through Sun, Jan 3 · Check daily hours

Royal BC Museum

Coffins, jewellery and everyday objects illuminate ancient Egyptian beliefs about life and the afterlife in a Royal BC Museum exhibition through January 3, 2027.

Regular museum admission: adults $32; seniors/youth $22; students $19; ages 5 and under free

Before you go

Included with museum admission. The exhibition uses light, sound and scent; consider sensory preferences before visiting.

Read the guide Original listing Source checked · Oct 11 · Royal BC Museum

Through

31OCT

SAT

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Started Mon, Sep 28

Cowichan · Family

Kids Harvest Scavenger Hunt at Merridale

Runs through Sat, Oct 31 · Check daily hours

Merridale Cidery & Distillery

Pick up a free map at Merridale and follow harvest clues through the orchard with your children.

Free; food and drinks extra

Before you go

Daily through October 31, 11 a.m.–5 p.m. Pick up a map at the Farmhouse; no reservation required. Allow about 20–30 minutes and dress for an outdoor orchard walk.

Event details Original listing Source checked · Oct 11 · Merridale Cidery & Distillery

Event date

28OCT

WED

5:30 PM to 7:30 PM

Port Alberni · Workshops

Fermented Beverages

Wed, Oct 28, 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM

EJ Dunn Commercial Kitchen

Learn to make ginger bug soda in a hands-on public workshop at EJ Dunn's commercial kitchen.

Public general ticket $41 including service fee; AVFSS member ticket $35.88

Before you go

Wednesday, October 28, 5:30–7:30 p.m. at EJ Dunn Commercial Kitchen, 3500 Argyle Street. Register for a general ticket: $40 plus a $1 service fee. Review the organizer's participation agreement before registering; membership is not required for the general ticket.

Event details Original listing Source checked · Oct 13 · Alberni Valley Food Security Society / EcoChef Academy