Events
☀️ Summer’s Here: Kids Out, Sun Up, Fun On!
Vancouver Island is buzzing with sunshine, sandy toes, and sweet summer escapes. Whether you’re out with the kids or planning a relaxing weekend, here are 5 awesome events to check out!
🎶 Islands Folk Festival @ Providence Farm
July 25–27, Duncan
Family-friendly folk fest with live music, kids' zone, artisan booths, and camping under the stars. Kids under 15 are free!
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🏖️ Parksville Beach Fest
July 11–August 17, Parksville Beach
Experience world-class sand sculptures, family concerts, food trucks, and more along the sparkling shoreline.
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🎸 BeachFest ROCKS!
August 8–10, Parksville Community Park
Classic rock lovers rejoice—live shows, great food, and good vibes all weekend long!
Rock On
🌊 Pacific Rim Summer Festival
Early July – Tofino & Ucluelet
Two weeks of oceanfront music, multicultural events, and workshops in one of the Island's most breathtaking settings.
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🎤 Sunfest Country Music Festival @ Laketown Ranch
July 31 – August 3, Laketown Ranch, Youbou
One of BC’s biggest summer parties returns with headline country acts, dancing under the stars, food trucks, camping, and unforgettable island energy. Located just outside Lake Cowichan!
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🥘 Upcoming Food Events on Vancouver Island
🦀 Crabfest Victoria – June 29, 2025
Location: Victoria Inner Harbour
A West Coast seafood celebration featuring fresh Dungeness crab, live music, local craft beer, wine tastings, and coastal culinary delights.
Check back soon for official dates on the BC Crab Co Page.
🥕 Moss Street Market (Saturdays)
When: Every Saturday, 10am–2pm
Where: 1330 Fairfield Rd, Victoria, BC
Discover locally grown produce, artisan foods, crafts, and delicious bites at one of Victoria’s best-loved markets.
🍷 Cowichan Valley Wine & Culinary Festival August 1st to 31st 2025
Where: Cowichan Valley
Farm-to-table pairings, vineyard tours, chef-led dinners, and local wine tastings await in the beautiful Cowichan countryside.
🥬 Duncan Farmers Market
When: Every Saturday, 10am–2pm
Where: Duncan City Square
One of BC’s largest year-round markets, featuring over 100 vendors with fresh produce, baked goods, preserves, and artisan food.
🧄 BC Shellfish & Seafood Festival – Comox Valley (June 7–16, 2025)
Where: Comox Valley
This 10-day coastal food fest includes chef demos, seafood tastings, oyster farm tours, and long-table dining experiences by the sea.
🍻🔥 Brewery & the Beast – A Carnivore’s Dream on Vancouver Island
Get ready, food lovers! One of the most mouthwatering events of the year is returning to Vancouver Island: Brewery & the Beast—a feast for the senses where fire-kissed meats, craft brews, and good company come together in glorious fashion.
Set against a backdrop of local talent and live music, this festival celebrates ethical meat, locally-sourced ingredients, and the brilliant chefs who transform them into unforgettable dishes. From slow-smoked brisket and wood-fired ribs to inventive sausage bites and perfectly seared steaks, this isn’t just a tasting—it’s a full-blown culinary experience.
🍴 What to Expect:
🔥 Live-fire cooking stations with top chefs from across the island and beyond
🍺 A curated lineup of BC’s finest craft breweries and beverage producers
🎶 Live music and laid-back festival vibes
🌿 A strong focus on sustainability, community, and locally-sourced ingredients
Brewery & the Beast isn’t just about indulgence—it’s about connection: to the people who raise our food, the ones who craft our beer, and the community we celebrate it with.
📍 Event Details:
Date: Sunday, July 28, 2024
Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM (VIP entry at 12:00 PM)
Location: Starlight Stadium, Langford BC
Tickets: Sold exclusively at breweryandthebeast.com
🎟️ Tickets sell out fast—don’t sleep on this one.
This is Vancouver Island eating at its most primal, playful, and delicious.