Region guide
Cowichan Valley food, arts, theatre, and seasonal events. Start close to home, then branch out if something nearby is worth the drive.
First local event
The Ladies Foursome at Chemainus Theatre
Longer trip; book ahead.
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1 event
Mon
4
May
7:30 PM
Worth the drive
Runs through Sun, May 17
Chemainus Theatre Festival, Cowichan
Tickets from $24
Norm Foster’s golf-course comedy-drama is running at Chemainus Theatre through mid-May.
Longer trip; book ahead.
Longer trip; book ahead.
Checked May 2 via Chemainus Theatre Festival
Close enough to consider after starting in Cowichan.
4 events
#1
Sat
9
May
The 163rd Highland Games runs May 9-17, with the main Topaz Park weekend May 16-17.
Check the main festival dates before booking.
#2
Fri
8
May
Esquimalt’s festival weekend packs in the midway, parade, marketplace, kids activities, and food.
Best as part of a Victoria weekend.
#3
Sat
9
May
A Gilbert and Sullivan musical with multiple performances and family-friendly student/child pricing.
Confirm which venue and performance time you’re booking.
#4
Sat
9
May
A free Highland Games kickoff parade with pipe bands and dancers on Government Street.
Free downtown Victoria event.
Bigger Island plans when the event is worth leaving the area for.
1 event
#1
Mon
4
May
Campbell River nature week with trail walks, talks, and Greenways Land Trust events.
Check program times.
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