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December 2026 · Island local time

Thursday, December 10

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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

Starts

3DEC

THU

Starts 5:30 PM

Through Sun, Dec 20

Oceanside · Outdoors

Milner Christmas Magic

Dec 3 to Dec 20 · starts 5:30 PM · Check daily hours

Milner Gardens & Woodland

Walk through thousands of twinkling lights and festive window displays at Milner Gardens.

Suggested donation: adult $8, child $4, household $20; all welcome

Before you go

December 3–6, 10–13 and 17–20 only. Entry 5:30–8:30 p.m., viewing until 9. Donate on arrival; no advance online tickets. Civic Centre shuttle details are still to come. Check for weather cancellations before travelling.

Event details Original listing Source checked · Oct 29 · Milner Gardens & Woodland / VIU

Event date

10DEC

THU

8:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Thu, Dec 10, 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Clayoquot Sound Theatre

A seated, all-ages concert with singer-songwriters Chris Staples and Jon Middleton at Tofino’s community theatre.

$33.13 advertised ticket price; confirm any additional fee

Before you go

Thursday, December 10, 8–10 p.m., 380 Campbell Street. Seated, all ages. The event page labels the venue accessible; contact the theatre about specific access or seating needs. Check current tickets and the final total before booking.

Event details Original listing Source checked · Oct 24 · Clayoquot Sound Theatre