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November 2026 · Island local time

Saturday, November 28

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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

28NOV

SAT

9:00 AM to 1:00 PM

Sat, Nov 28, 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM

Port Alberni Farmers Market — Cherry Creek

Browse local growers, artisans and small businesses at the free Saturday market on Cherry Creek Road.

Free admission; purchases extra

Before you go

Saturday, 9 a.m.–1 p.m. at 6211 Cherry Creek Road. Admission is free; purchases cost extra. Choose the Cherry Creek address rather than Harbour Quay. Check the dated source again before a longer trip, especially on a holiday weekend.

Event details Original listing Source checked · Nov 5 · Alberni Valley Chamber community calendar

Event date

28NOV

SAT

7:30 PM to 9:30 PM

Discovery Islands · Music

Malika Tirolien — Quadra Island

Sat, Nov 28, 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM

Quadra Island Community Centre

Soul, jazz and Caribbean influences meet in Malika Tirolien’s vocal-led concert on Quadra Island.

$30 advance / $35 at the door; applicable taxes and fees extra

Before you go

Show 7:30–9:30 p.m.; doors at 7. Book through Tidemark’s event page and confirm availability before travelling. Plan ferry connections or an overnight stay separately.

Event details Original listing Source checked · Oct 27 · Tidemark Theatre — Quadra Concerts