Vancouver Island Events Calendar

Thursday, October 29

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

29OCT

THU

7:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Gulf Islands · Arts

WATER WORDS

Thu, Oct 29, 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM

ArtSpring Theatre

Spoken word, puppetry, object theatre and live music explore how water shapes lives and communities.

Adults $45; youth $10; confirm any booking fees

Before you go

Thursday, October 29 at 7 p.m.; approximately 55 minutes. Recommended for ages 6+. Adults $45, youth $10; check the final booking total. Plan your ferry return or an overnight stay.

Event details Original listing Source checked · Oct 11 · ArtSpring