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November 2026 · Island local time

Friday, November 27

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4 events

On through

3JAN

SUN

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Started Fri, Jun 5

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 · Nov 3 · Royal BC Museum

Through

16JAN

SAT

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Started Fri, Sep 25

Runs through Sat, Jan 16 · Check daily hours

Cowichan Public Art Gallery — lower gallery

Mixed-media paintings by Cathy Key meet Louise Solecki Weir’s sculptures in a free Duncan gallery exhibition.

Free admission

Before you go

Lower gallery: Tuesday–Saturday, 10 a.m.–4 p.m., through January 16, 2027. Free admission at 126 Ingram Street. Closed Sunday and Monday; check holiday hours before a special trip.

Event details Original listing Source checked · Nov 1 · Tourism Cowichan / Cowichan Public Art Gallery

Event date

27NOV

FRI

7:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Nanaimo/Ladysmith · Arts

Sip & Print: Holiday Cards (19+)

Fri, Nov 27, 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Nanaimo Art Gallery

Carve a soft rubber printing block and use it to make holiday greeting cards at an evening workshop.

$50; one glass of wine included; additional glasses $5

Before you go

November 27, 7–9 p.m. Ages 19+. Register with the gallery; the page showed one place when checked.

Event details Original listing Source checked · Nov 5 · Nanaimo Art Gallery

Event date

27NOV

FRI

8:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Fri, Nov 27, 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM

The Rainbow Room

Vancouver Island stand-up comedians bring an adult comedy bill to the Rainbow Room.

$20 advance; $25 at the door; online fees unconfirmed

Before you go

19+ only. Doors 7 p.m.; show 8 p.m. The programme is advertised as 90 minutes within the venue’s 8–10 p.m. event window. Advance tickets $20, door $25; confirm online fees and availability before booking.

Event details Original listing Source checked · Nov 4 · The Rainbow Room