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Oceanside this week

Parksville and Qualicum area markets, beach days, family plans, and nature stops.

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Coastal Community Credit Union Light Up!

Admission is by suggested donation; cash, debit, Visa, and Mastercard are accepted.

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Comox Valley Campbell River Discovery Islands Oceanside Nanaimo/Ladysmith Cowichan Victoria West Coast Port Alberni North Island Gulf Islands

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1 event

Starts

14AUG

FRI

Starts 8:30 PM

Through Sat, Aug 15

Arts

Coastal Community Credit Union Light Up!

Oceanside · Parksville Community Park and Beach · Suggested donation of $5 per person

See Parksville's international sand sculptures lit after dark, with the gates staying open until 11 p.m. for two nights only.

Before you go

Admission is by suggested donation; cash, debit, Visa, and Mastercard are accepted.

Worth the driveBest for familiesEvening

Arrive near dusk and leave enough time for the drive home after the 11 p.m. gate close.

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Aug 2 · Parksville Beach Festival

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Nearby enough to consider.

4 events

Event date

12AUG

WED

6:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Music

Concerts in the Park: Jordan Reems

Nanaimo/Ladysmith · McGregor Park / Waterfront Walkway · Free

The one-hour set fits neatly around a harbour walk or downtown meal and does not require a full evening commitment.

Only if nearbyBest for familiesEveningSome driving

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Aug 2 · City of Nanaimo

Event date

14AUG

FRI

11:30 AM to 5:00 PM

Community

Comox Float Your Boat Friday

Comox Valley · Downtown Comox and Marina Park · Free to attend; purchases extra

The noon concert and nearby marina market leave room to drop in briefly or stay downtown through the afternoon.

Free family planBest for familiesFreeEasy nearby

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Aug 2 · Downtown Comox

Event date

16AUG

SUN

11:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Community

YANA Ride Party in the Park

Comox Valley · Comox Marina Park · Free to attend; ride registration and donations optional

The marina celebration stands on its own: riders and non-riders can share the music, food, activities, and fundraiser atmosphere.

NearbyBest for familiesFreeEasy nearby

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Aug 2 · You Are Not Alone

Event date

16AUG

SUN

7:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Music

Simms Summer Concerts: Stealing Dan

Comox Valley · Simms Millennium Park · Free

This is a relaxed second act after the daytime marina gathering, with enough time between the two events to make both practical.

Evening planBest for familiesEveningEasy nearby

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Aug 2 · City of Courtenay

Island picks

Bigger Island plans.

1 event

Through

3JAN

SUN

Ongoing now

Started Fri, Jun 5

Arts

Ancient Egypt: Obsessed with Life

Victoria · Royal BC Museum · Included with museum admission; free for members

Opening week makes the Royal BC Museum show feel timely for a rainy Victoria day trip.

Worth the driveCheck ticketsRain-friendlyLonger trip

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May 21 · Royal BC Museum

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Comox Valley Nanaimo/Ladysmith Port Alberni