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From jazz to Shakespeare, from pottery workshops to whale-watching cruises, from sand sculpture competitions to trumpeter swan festivals... Choose your adventure - and don't forget your camera!

July 2010
Sun Fri	10/26- 12/31	Salmon Run Goldstream Provincial Park, from late October through December, some 20,000 salmon make the journey from the Pacific Ocean up Finlayson Arm to spawn in the river they were born in 3/4 years earlier. Park naturalists offer hourly programs during the weekend at the park's Nature Centre describing the life cycle of chum salmon and their spawning activity with a special noon program at the picnic site. For more info on the salmon run scheduled programs at Goldstream Park, call 478-9414.
Sun Fri	10/26- 12/31	Salmon Run Stamp Falls Provincial Park, each year thousands of salmon fight their way up the falls and fish ladder to spawn in upper Stamp River and Great Central Lake. Viewing from late October through December.
Sun Fri	10/26- 12/31	Salmon Run Elk Falls Provincial Park, from a riverside trail along the Quinsam River you can watch chinook, coho, chum and pink salmon returning to spawn. Viewing from late October through December.
Fri Fri	1/1- 12/30	Chemainus Festival of Murals Each year, hundreds of buses & thousands of visitors from all over the world travel to Vancouver Island British Columbia to take in this unique village with its rich historic past & its professional murals & numerous other attractions. It has since gained world-wide acclaim for the integrity & superb artistry of its huge depictions of the town's history with 41 outdoor murals plus carvings & statues. Our murals are a year-round event, so visit any time & enjoy!
Thu Tue	4/1- 8/31	Fossil Tours Join the Courtenay Museum as they take you on a guided fossil tour along the banks of the Puntledge River. Our friendly guide will begin at the Courtenay & District Museum & Palaeontology Centre with a short lecture & video, followed by visit to the exhibit gallery & concluding with a hands-on trip to the actual fossil sites. Pre-bookings needed for the Fossil Tours.
Fri Fri	4/9- 12/31	Comox Valley Farmers' Market Welcome to Comox Valley Farmers' Market! This winter the market is located at the beautiful waterfront site of the K'omoks Band Hall. Come have a warm cup of coffee & fresh baked treat as you do your shopping. This coming spring, when the weather warms up, we will again be at the Comox Valley Exhibition grounds with the market held on Saturday & Wednesdays.
Fri Fri	4/9- 12/31	Port Alberni Farmers' Market The Port Alberni Farmers' Market is a traditional farmers market promoting locally grown produce & locally made products from the Alberni Clayquot Regional District. The Market is open year round & provides a wide assortment of meats, vegetables,fruits & fresh free range eggs. Located at the foot of Argyle Street in the center of the picturesque Harbour Quay the Market provides a meeting place for old & new friends. Locals & tourists alike can always find a friendly conversation & lots of smiling faces amongst the hustle & bustle that is Market Day.
Sat Sat	4/10- 12/18	Market in the Square Every Saturday morning, rain or shine, come to the Market in the Square for the freshest fruit & vegetables, baking, jams, jellies, honey, crafts, clothing, home baking & pet wares & handmade crafts. On March 20 - when is 'spring is springing' we'll move back outside.
Sat Sat	4/10- 10/30	Pender Island Farmers Market The Farmers Market is held every Saturday morning throughout the summer. Always popular with locals & visitors alike the fresh produce goes quickly, so get there early!
Sat Sat	4/10- 10/30	Salt Spring Island Farmers Market Visitors are treated to exclusively local creations stemming from Salt Spring's unique brand of "island ingenuity". Meet artists, food producers, musicians & locals at our lively Saturday Market. An Island tradition that draws visitors from near & far.
Sat Sat	4/10- 9/25	Sechelt Farmers' & Artisans' Market We Make It, Bake It & Grow It all right here on the Sunshine Coast! We make it easy to eat within the 100 mile diet! Come get your local eggs, fresh pies and bread, organic veggies for the week or a gift for that someone special! Everyone welcome, rain or shine!
Sat Tue	4/10- 11/30	Filberg Art Show Come join us for our weekend Art Shows with the spotlight on local artists. Located in & around the historic Filberg Heritage Lodge & the 4 ha (9 ac) of beautifully landscaped grounds which surround it. Featuring local Comox Valley artists displaying their art in the historic Filberg Heritage Lodge in Comox on Vancouver Island.
Sun Sun	4/11- 12/19	Victoria Antiques & Collectibles Market Fun Sunday fairs feature 100 tables of fabulous treasures for you & your eclectic abode. On the park in Vic West where the kids can enjoy the playground & skate park while you shop for treasures at the Leonardo DaVinci Hall. Super selection of offerings includes pop culture items, dolls, Bakelite, vintage estate jewelry, art, funky 50's design, antiquarian books & postcards, vintage textiles, art deco & art nouveau object d'art, period lighting, ephemera & much more at bargain prices. Just across the bridge from downtown with plenty of street parking & full amenities.
Sat Sun	4/24- 10/3	Powell River Open-Air Market The market is an old-fashioned, country-style market selling fresh, locally grown farm & garden produce, home baking, honey, soap, woodcrafts, jewellery, and a variety of original items hand-crafted by local artisans. Enjoy hot food and drinks in the sunshine, listening to the live music on our Open Mic Stage. Children's play area and Pony-cart rides. Livestock is present on occasion for sale and display. Produce is grown without pesticides or herbicides and the market supports sustainable methods and the humane treatment of animals.
Sat Sat	5/1- 8/21	The Q's Victoria Track Series Emphasis is on fun! The Series is a low-key, light-on-the-frills track series, where first-timers, joggers, semi-serious and elite athletes have opportunities to race on the track, competing at middle distances (and 5000m) in individual races or competing for series placement. All races happen on Saturdays. All take place at Jack Wallace Memorial Track at Oak Bay High School, behind Oak Bay Recreation Centre. All meet nights start at 6:30 PM. During the series there are 3 opportunities for anyone who wishes to run, to race in each of the distances of 800m, 1500m, 1609m (classic 1 mile distance), 3000m and 5000m. For series awards standings, runners need to take in a minimum of 4 races, one being at the 5000m distance.
Sat Sat	5/1- 9/25	Errington Farmers' Market The Errington Farmers' Market offers fresh produce, baked goods & items created by local crafters as well as coffee & goodies from the coffee shop in a woodsy, friendly atmosphere. There is always music playing & activities for kids. The Market is Saturdays, 10am to 1pm, from May to September.
Sat Sat	5/1- 10/2	James Bay Community Market Shop for handmade arts & crafts, relax with live music, a cup of coffee & baked goods. Then, take home fresh flowers, locally grown vegetables, fruit & free-range eggs. Saturdays, May to October: 9am - 3pm.
Sat Sat	5/1- 10/30	Moss Street Market The Moss Street Market runs the first Saturday in May to the last Saturday in October. We are located at the corner of Moss & Fairfield in Victoria, BC. Market times: 10am to 2pm.
Sat Sat	5/1- 9/25	Quadra Island Farmers' Market & Bazaar Quadra Island Farmers' Market & Bazaar. Saturdays, May to September, 10am to 2pm. Offering fruits & berries, fresh produce & more.
Sat Sat	5/1- 10/9	Qualicum Beach Farmers Market Veterans Way: Your fresh choice for fruits & vegetables & so much more! Flavourful & nutritious fresh seasonal produce favourites. Come taste the difference freshness makes at the farmers market. Most of our growers use environmentally friendly controls, rather than harmful pesticides & some are Certified Organic! Get fresh with your local farmers! Heirloom varieties, greenhouse specialities, fragrant & colourful bouquets, home-baked sweet & savoury, breads, rolls, & sweet treats, jams, jellies, sauces & vinegars, honey, herbs & herbal products, handcrafted food & gift items, bedding plants & perennials, live entertainment & more! We'll see you on Saturday!
Sat Sun	5/1- 10/31	The Secret Life of Bees Explore the secret life of bees with Master Beekeeper Robert Liptrot. Understand the importance of bees & how they contribute to the well being of our planet. Meet a colony of our bees (behind glass) & see the inner working of their world. 11am Sundays May 1st through October 31st. $10 per person. Cost of tour is forgiven with equivalent purchase. Children under 5 free. Maximum 2 children to every adult. Children must be supervised at all times while on the property. Max 10 people.
Fri Fri	5/7- 10/1	Nanaimo Downtown Farmers' Market Pioneer Waterfront Plaza: From a beginning of only a few vendors, we have grown to become a market of over 50 full-time vendors & many drop-ins, giving us an ever changing facade. Freshness & quality is what our market is all about. You will find just-picked goodness every Friday from May to October. Look for a wide variety of flavourful, fresh fruits & vegetables each week.
Sun Sun	5/9- 10/31	Metchosin Farmers' Market Take a leisurely drive to Metchosin country & browse through our market. You will find organic & naturally grown vegetables & fruit; Farm fresh eggs; jams, jellies & salsa, breads of every kind, cookies, muffins & much more! Pottery, jewellery, soap & bath items, essential oils & a variety of flowers. Cloth bags; readings; books; garden pots & ornaments; plants & herbs (dried, fresh, & plants); veggie starters; tye-dyed accessories; tea cosies; hand knitted & crocheted items & magnetic jewellery.
Sat Sat	5/22- 9/25	Sooke Country Market We make it, bake it or grow it! Seasonal local produce from the gardens of Sooke. Every summer, local producers & growers sell their home grown vegetables, flowers, fruits, jams & crafts.
Sat Sat	5/22- 10/16	Our Neighbourhood Farmers Market The Our Neighbourhood Farmers Market is open 9:30 am to 1:30 pm, in Nanaimo North Town Centre parking lot, corner of Uplands and Oliver. Enjoy children's events, musicians, local produce, baked goods, preserves, plants, local arts and crafts and more. Call Arwen at 250-797-1258 or email info@neighbourhoodmarket.ca.
Thu Thu	6/3- 8/26	Sidney Thursday Evening Market Every Thursday evening between June & September Beacon Ave becomes a beacon for shoppers, shop owners & entertainers all participating in the Sidney Summer Market.
Sat Sat	6/5- 9/25	Peninsula Country Market This vibrant open air market has more than 50 vendors offering farm fresh products, jams & jellies, honey, homemade bread, cut flowers, assorted fresh meats, organic produce & a fine selection of arts & crafts. Enjoy a country morning among friends Live music, hot coffee, great munchies & a kid's korral.
Sat Fri	6/12- 7/23	Two Weeks to Stardom Need a quick break from those bored children recently left with no homework due to that pesky summer vacation? Have them join us for two weeks of action packed fun, as they act, sing and dance their way into a new musical presentation - All the World's A Stage- for your viewing pleasure on Friday, July 23rd at 7pm. Registration forms available online and at the Mary Winspear Centre. Hope to see you there!
Sat Sat	6/12- 9/11	Fiddlehead Farmers' Market The spirit of the market revolves around the idea of taking a proactive approach to dealing with contemporary social and environmental problems. It's about being actively 'pro-community' and not just 'anti-sprawl'. It's about being actively 'pro-local' rather than just being 'anti-corporate'. It's about getting off your butt and doing something tangible and productive rather than just talking about and analyzing and moralizing the problems of the day. And of course, this market is about having fun. There'll be lots of food, live music, kids stuff, arts and crafts and who knows what else.
Tue Tue	6/15- 8/17	Parksville Summer By The Sea Market Every Tuesday Nite from 6:30 to 9:30 PM 100+ vendors on Craig Street feature a great assortment of unique crafters, artists, food & live entertainment. Something for everyone !
Thu Sat	6/17- 9/11	Guys And Dolls Ten Tonys, seven Laurence Olivier and six Drama Desk Awards make this show an undeniable hit! Enjoy Sit Down, You're Rockin' the Boat, Luck Be A Lady and Take Back Your Mink along with the unforgettable Sky Masterson, Sarah Brown and Miss Adelaide - it's a show that has been described as the perfect musical comedy. Gangsters, card sharks, night club headliners and the Salvation Army fall in, and out, and back in love again, in this high octane New York fable. Location: Chemainus Theatre
Sat Sat	6/19- 9/11	Guys & Dolls - A Musical Fable of Broadway The streets of Chemainus will soon be filled with gangsters, card sharks, night club headliners and hot box girls as the cast and crew of Chemainus Theatre Festival’s summer production, Guys & Dolls. Loaded with show-stopping tunes like ‘Luck Be a Lady’, ‘Sit Down, You’re Rockin’ the Boat’, and ‘Take Back Your Mink’ you’ll find yourself laughing and singing right along with the unforgettable characters.
Sat Mon	6/26- 7/5	JazzFest International JazzFest International presents all genres of jazz, blues & worldbeat music. It has grown into a 10 day festival that attracts over 300 musicians & is attended by over 35,000 people from Greater Victoria, Vancouver Island & around the world.
Sun Sun	6/27- 7/4	Victoria Pride 2010 MacDonald Park in James Bay; We strive to create a better public understanding of our community’s history, courage, diversity and future. Join us in the celebration! A week of great events is planned...for compete details and venue information, visit: www.victoriapridesociety.org
Thu	7/1	Birds of Prey - Canada Day Come join us at Pacific Northwest Raptors near Duncan for Canada Day and experience the fascinating abilities of these amazing birds while learning more about our native Canadian birds of prey. Our extremely popular flying demonstrations will be running every day at 1.30pm and 3.30pm, showcasing the acrobatic skill and strength of these important members of our natural ecosystems. Eagles, hawks, vultures, owls, falcons, and ospreys are just some of the birds that can be seen at our facility. For more info: www.pnwraptors.com
Thu Tue	7/1- 8/31	Birds of Prey Come and join us at Pacific Northwest Raptors this summer for an exciting, fun filled and educational afternoon in the company of our amazing birds of prey. Experience the fascinating abilities of these amazing birds while learning more about our native Canadian birds of prey as well as species from all over the world. Our extremely popular flying demonstrations will be running every day at 1.30pm and 3.30pm, showcasing the acrobatic skill and strength of these important members of our natural ecosystems. Admission is $12 for adults, $10 for youths and seniors and $6 for children. Children under 3 are free. Booking are required for additional experiences. Info: www.pnwraptors.com
Thu	7/1	Saturna Island Lamb Barbeque 61st annual Saturna Island Lamb Barbeque is on Thursday, July 1, 2010. We will serve approximately 1300 meals to tourists from all over the world. The proceeds go to supporting our Community’s many activities & the Community Hall. Tickets available at the gate. Gate opens at 10am. Cost: Adults - $20 Children under 12 - $10. Tickets can be pre–booked for groups of 6 or more but not prepaid. Meal served from 2- 3pm. Alternate food available (i.e. vegetarian, hamburgers etc.). Free shuttle service from BC Ferry to site & from ship to shore at Winter Cove.
Thu Tue	7/1- 8/31	Summer Music Academy & Festival Various Locations Victoria: Enjoy a series of classical & jazz concerts/recitals celebrating talented young musicians locally & from across Canada. Also features performances by visiting Canadian professional musicians. Presented by the Victoria Conservatory of Music.
Thu	7/1	Traditional Native Dance Performance Join us for our Traditional Native Dance Performance in our Big House in Alert Bay, perhaps the only time you would ever get to see the inside of the Big House as it is closed to viewing for the public.
Thu	7/1	BC Forest Museum - Canada Day Celebrate Canada Day! Activities this year include: crafts, a bouncy castle, face painting, a flag ceremony & live entertainment! BBQ hamburgers & hot dogs will be available for purchase & of course, unlimited steam train rides for all! Canada Day is fun for all ages, so invite the whole family to join in on the celebration!
Thu	7/1	Canada Day Celebrations Various Locations Around Ucluelet: Festivities include Colour Guard Parade, children's crafts & activities, free family barbecue & more.
Thu	7/1	Canada Day Celebrations Various Locations Campbell River: Starting off with the Fire Fighter’s Pancake Breakfast in Willow Point, Shoreline Arts Carving Competition, Huck Finn Kids' Fishing Derby at the Discovery Pier, Children's Fest downtown, Willow Point Cake Cutting, plus much more. Featuring live entertainment & music all day.
Thu	7/1	Canada Day Celebrations Celebrate Canada's birthday with a day of fun, sun & music at Transfer Beach, Ladysmith. Family oriented activities.
Thu	7/1	Canada Day Celebrations Our annual Canada Day event is being held at the Mesachie Lake Hall & Ball Field. Everyone is welcome! Something for the whole family. Multi-cultural theatre, dancing, storytelling, arts & Crafts & food. As well as face painting, games & local folklore for the whole family. Help us celebrate our home in Canada with some birthday cake, promotional materials, fireworks & more. Event is free for the whole family.
Thu	7/1	Pacific Rim Summer Festival The Pacific Rim Summer Festival presents 2 weeks of chamber music & multicultural concerts featuring national & international performers. Nightly concerts are performed at venues in Ucluelet, Tofino & the Pacific Rim National Park Reserve. Tickets are moderately priced through local outlets.
Thu	7/1	Saturna Island Lamb Barbeque We will serve approximately 1300 meals to tourists from all over the world. The proceeds go to supporting our Community’s many activities & the Community Hall. Tickets available at the gate. Gate opens at 10am. Cost: Adults - $20 Children under 12 - $10. Tickets can be pre–booked for groups of 6 or more but not prepaid. Meal served from 2- 3pm. Alternate food available (i.e. vegetarian, hamburgers etc.). Free shuttle service from BC Ferry to site & from ship to shore at Winter Cove.
Sat	7/3	Hidden Hornby Home and Garden Tour Follow the tour map to discover ten special abodes, hidden amid spectacular settings such as lush meadows, wild gardens, peaceful beaches, oak groves, and lavender filled mountain tops. The homes this year pay tribute to the many owner builders who have often combined talents with local designers, and who have embraced healthy and sustainable living in an exquisitely beautiful manner on this finite and fragile island. Tickets: $20 online www.hornbyfestival.bc.ca start_year: 2010
Sun Mon	7/4- 7/26	Bamberton Mystery History Tours Guided tours of historic Bamberton site and Museum and Documentary Movie, Sundays only. Live Theatre performances July 4, 11, 18 featuring the Seeds and Salt Theatre Company.
Sun	7/4	Salt Spring Lavender Festival 10am to 5pm at Sacred Mountain Lavender. Join us for a fun filled sensory experience to remember. Allow the aromatic scent of lavender to waft over you as you explore all the different ways in which lavender can enhance your life. Taste lavender in the wonderful foods & drinks available, touch lavender at the craft table, see the carpet of purples & listen to the symphony of bees who love lavender. Peruse the numerous stands, events & lavender-related demonstrations
Tue	7/6	You(th) Say the Darndest Things To celebrate the start of summer, VIDEA's Youth Initiative is hosting an all ages, uncensored, not for marks open mic. The perfect chance to whip out that poem, song, or inspired English project that has been tucked away in your pocket. $5 or the closest you can get. Solstice Cafe, Victoria at 19:00.
Tue Sat	7/6- 7/10	International Choral Kathaumixw The International Choral Kathaumixw is a 5 day choral festival filled with concerts, common song singing, choral & vocal solo competitions, conductor’s seminars and social events. The festival is a place where all can learn from each other and from world renowned choral personalities. Up to 40 choirs from around the world take part together with soloists, guest conductors and the orchestra in residence.
Wed	7/7	The African Children's Choir in Concert! Parksville Fellowship Baptist Church 7:00 pm550 Pym St N, Parksville FREE ADMISSION! Their talented voices bring you the beauty and hope of Africa. Concerts feature African songs and dance and traditional gospel and contemporary tunes.
Wed Sat	7/7- 8/28	Hornby Island Farmers' Market This bustling market located behind Hornby Hall contains vendors offering an eclectic variety of produce, herbs, snacks, as well as unique locally made crafts that will amuse & delight visitors of all ages & backgrounds.
Fri	7/9	BeerFest Raven Lodge, Mount Washington: Unlimited samplings, souvenir glass & live music. Must be of legal drinking age with 2 valid pieces of ID. Free shuttle bus from Best Western The Westerly Hotel. Show your ticket to get on.
Fri Sun	7/9- 7/11	Dragon Boat Festival Join us in the fun & festivities at the 8th Annual Save-On-Foods Nanaimo Dragon Boat Festival July 9-11, 2010 on the beautiful waterfront in downtown Nanaimo. Waterfront festival site, Labatt's Beer Garden & Vendors Market, 78 competitive teams in 2008, 11 breast cancer survivor teams, Medieval-themed survivors party - fully catered by Save-On-Foods - serious fun! Candle ceremony on waterfront Lagoon. Paddlers party featuring live entertainment. Join the fun & test the waters - see you at the festival!
Fri Sun	7/9- 7/11	Festival Mexicano Come to downtown Victoria and celebrate Mexican/Latin American culture during this fun event. Featuring an open air main stage with local performers sharing traditional music & dance & kiosks showcasing Mexican/Latin American food & beverages, arts & crafts.
Fri Sun	7/9- 7/11	Vancouver Island MusicFest Comox Valley Exhibition Grounds Courtenay: A 'quinessential west coast fest' featuring 6 stages and 3 days of roots and world music from axcross the globe. Camping, river swimming, workshops, kidzzone and much more! Check out the line up today! www.islandmusicfest.com
Fri	7/9	The African Children's Choir in Concert! Ocean Crest Community Church 7:00 pm291 McLean St, Campbell River FREE ADMISSION! Their talented voices bring you the beauty and hope of Africa. Concerts feature African songs and dance and traditional gospel and contemporary tunes.
Fri Sun	7/9- 7/11	International Howe Sound Outrigger Race Events include; Iron Course, Short Course, OC-6 Sprints (OC-6 Events), Long Course, Surfski Iron Course (Small Boat Events), Gibsons Challenge Race, Presidents Race (OC-4 Events). The races are a part of the Canadian Outrigger Racing Association schedule.
Sat Sun	7/10- 7/11	Texada Island Sandcastle Weekend Come and join us for the 2010 Sandcastle Weekend on Texada Island. Plenty of fun for the whole family - opening Parade starting at Gillies Bay, Bed Race, Krafts for Kids, Slow Pitch Tournament, Food & Arts & Crafts Marketplace, Bingo and of course the Sand Castle Competition.
Sat	7/10	4th Annual Water Garden Tour A self-guided tour of eleven of Victoria's finest water gardens. Six landscape designers will be presenting their gardens and will be on site to answer questions. Live harp music beside some gardens. - Tickets are $25 and will be available May 18th at all locations of Garden Works and Dig This stores. Also available at Cannor Nursery, Elk Lake Garden Centre and Michell Valley Plants.
Sat Sun	7/10- 7/11	The African Children's Choir in Concert! First Baptist Church 9 & 11 am - 1650 Waddington Rd, Nanaimo and 7pm at Maranatha Foursquare Gospel Church, Nanaimo. FREE ADMISSION! Their talented voices bring you the beauty and hope of Africa. Concerts feature African songs and dance and traditional gospel and contemporary tunes.
Sat Sun	7/10- 7/11	Organic Islands Festival Join in the celebration of what’s working in our communities for people, business and the environment. 150 Exhibits, 20 Speakers, Green Technology Demos, Raw Food Chefs, Entertainment, 10 Acres of Garden Trails. Live Green. Shop Local. We'll show you how! July 10 and 11, 2010 ~ 10 am to 5 pm Glendale Gardens, Victoria - just north th of Camosun College Interurban Campus.
Sun	7/11	Oaklands Community 11th Annual Celebration Oaklands Community Association, 2827 Belmont Ave, is gearing up for their 11th annual Celebration at the Centre. This year's street party is Dancing in the Street and you're all invited! There will be a Thrifty Foods BBQ station, 98.5 The Ocean community cruiser will be on site, and Hillside Centre is taking part by having a Cake Wake. There will also be live music, a KidZone including pitch and putt, a bouncy castle and games, as well as an art table, street hockey, a pocket market and more. This year will surely be the best!
Sun	7/11	Oaklands Community Celebration Celebration will included: - Kidz Zone - Dog Agility Show - Pocket Market for locals' to sell wares - BBQ - Local musicians/performers throughout the day - Street hockey tournament - Massage tables - Mini golf - Local services (Child Find & Block Watch) . 1pm - 4pm at 1-2827 Belmont Avenue, Victoria.
Mon Sat	7/12- 8/28	Donna Ion "Treescapes Donna Ion’s work expresses an abstract interpretative approach to Canadian Landscape. Evoking the many moods of West Coast forests, waters, clouds and seasons, her work comes alive as fresh contemporary paintings. Eclectic Gallery, 2170 Oak Bay Ave, Victoria
Wed	7/14	The African Children's Choir in Concert! Cumberland Community Church at 7pm; 2732 Penrith and Third, Cumberland. FREE ADMISSION! Their talented voices bring you the beauty and hope of Africa. Concerts feature African songs and dance and traditional gospel and contemporary tunes.
Fri	7/16	The African Children's Choir in Concert! Centennial Hall at 7pm - 69 South Shore Rd, Lake Cowichan. FREE ADMISSION! Their talented voices bring you the beauty and hope of Africa. Concerts feature African songs and dance and traditional gospel and contemporary tunes.
Fri Sun	7/16- 8/15	Sand Sculpting Competition & Exhibit Master Sand Sculptors travel from all corners of the globe to participate in this remarkable competition & exhibit. Sculptors have 24 hrs over 3 days to create their masterpieces from just sand & water. The competition begins with the "pound up" on Friday July 16th & the winners are announced on Sunday July 18th. The gated exhibit is open to the public until August 15th & you can vote for your favourite sculpture. Entry to the exhibit area is by donation with a suggested donation of $2 per person. Parksville Community Park, Parksville.
Fri	7/16	Hornby Festival Tastings 2 to 5pm @ Carbrea Vineyard & Winery, 1885 Central Road, Hornby Island. Close your eyes and picture a summer afternoon on Hornby at Hornby Festival Tastings- warm breezes through the vineyard - sipping locally and regionally produced spirits - sampling gourmet snacks - listening to talented musicians and meeting renowned artists displaying their talents. Conversation - laughter - and friends!
Fri	7/16	40th Annual Market Day Search for treasures & great bargains at this colourful all-day street market. Featuring artisans, crafters & your favourite downtown merchants. Lots of fantastic deals to be found! Local Colours entertainment includes talented musicians, artisans, performers & visual artists in a celebration of the many artistic talents of the Comox Valley. 5th Street in Courtenay will be closed to traffic from 7:30 am to 9:00 pm for the market.
Fri Sun	7/16- 7/18	Northwest Deuce Days Do not miss the spectacle of hundreds of mint condition deuces, featuring models up to 1951, lined up in front of The Fairmont Empress & Parliament Buildings, Government Street, Victoria.
Sat Sun	7/17- 7/18	Nanaimo Silly Boat Regatta Swy-a-Lana Lagoon, Nanaimo. A fun event for a very special cause - 100% of all funds raised go to support children with developmental needs & their families in our community. Participants build rafts out of scrap material on the beach & race the lagoon.
Sat	7/17	Nanoose Bay Teddy Bear Picnic "If you go down in the woods today..." It's picnic time for teddy bears & their young owners to participate in an afternoon of fun, food & festivities. Jack Bagley Park in Nanoose Bay comes alive with dozens of huggable mascots & plenty to keep the little ones active. Just plain fun for everyone.
Sat Sun	7/17- 7/18	Milner Gardens Art & Photography 10:00am-5:00pm; Local artists at work, painting, sketching, carving and photographing this Artist’s Garden. Bonsai artists, potters, and live music. Silent auction in support of Gardens. Hand stamp allows re-entry. Tea Room opens 11:00am to 4:00pm for homemade soups and scones.
Sat Sun	7/17- 7/18	Nanaimo Silly Boat Regatta A fun event for a very special cause - 100% of all funds raised go to support children with developmental needs & their families in our community. Participants build rafts out of scrap material on the beach & race the lagoon.
Sat Sun	7/17- 7/18	Photography in the Gardens Meet, mingle & be inspired by local artists at work. Artists will be painting, sketching, carving & photographing the beauty of this Artist’s Garden. Bonsai artists & potters & live music.
Sun	7/18	The African Children's Choir in Concert! Emmanuel Baptist Church at 10 am; 2121 Cedar Hill Cross Rd, Victoria. FREE ADMISSION! Their talented voices bring you the beauty and hope of Africa. Concerts feature African songs and dance and traditional gospel and contemporary tunes.
Sun	7/18	Brits on the Beach Transfer Beach, Ladysmith: Experience the pure joy of English automobiles at the Brits on the Beach all British car event. Hosted by the Central Island Branch of the Old English Car Club. Free admission, no pre-registration.
Mon	7/19	The African Children's Choir in Concert! First Baptist Church at 7 pm; 6211 Cherry Creek Rd, Port Alberni. FREE ADMISSION! Their talented voices bring you the beauty and hope of Africa. Concerts feature African songs and dance and traditional gospel and contemporary tunes.
Fri Sun	7/23- 7/25	Powell River Sea Fair Powell River Sea Fair, a tradition since 1963, brings together the community for fun in the sun in the last weeks of July. There are contests before & during the big weekend, a variety of entertainment, local vendor displays & a carnival. There are fireworks on Saturday night & Sunday is family day with activities focused on the little ones.
Fri Sat	7/23- 7/24	28th Annual SeaFest Fun for the whole family, family feud, craft/food/jewelry/carving tables, Mr & Mrs Seafest, Fear Factor Alert Bay style, T'sasala Cultural Group, baby contest, shacked up, adult/youth/child lip sync contests, fantasy sealand parade, etc. Various locations in Alert Bay.
Fri Sun	7/23- 7/25	Coombs CPRA Pro Rodeo Bull Riding, Barrel Racing, Tie Down, Bareback Riding, Saddle Bronc, Steer Wrestling. Friday July 23 - Canadian Professional Rodeo Performance starts at 5:00pm. Saturday July 24 - Canadian Professional Rodeo Performance starts at 1:00pm. Sunday July 25 - Coombs Local & Amateur Performance starts at 1:00pm. No advance tickets. First come, first served. Coombs Fairgrounds.
Fri Sun	7/23- 7/25	Islands Folk Fest Providance Farm, Duncan; Unforgettable non-stop music from many Canadian & international musicians on multiple stages in the beautiful surroundings of Providence Farm. Music & dancing, panel concerts, jam sessions, interactive workshops, children's activities, arts crafts & food vendors & on-site camping.
Sat Mon	7/24- 8/2	2010 Sooke Fine Arts Show The 2010 Sooke Fine Arts Show provides the opportunity for both well-known and emerging artists from Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands to showcase their work. Along with the 7,500 annual visitors who attend the art show, the show draws hundreds of art patrons from BC and throughout western Canada and the US. Sooke is steeped in artistic talent and natural beauty, making it the perfect host (SEAPARC Arena) for the premier juried art show on Vancouver Island. Contact Fiona Osborne or Sande Cummings at (250) 646-2491.
Sat Mon	7/24- 7/26	Ukee Days Various Locations Throughout Ucluelet; A weekend of fun for the whole family! The festivities of Ukee Days kicks off with a scrumptious Salmon BBQ. The next morning begins with a pancake breakfast & parade. Enjoy 2 event-filled days of logger sports, kids games, face painting, live entertainment, great selections of food & crafts, contests, prizes & much more!
Sat Sun	7/24- 7/25	Nanaimo Marine Festival's This year's Nanaimo Marine Festival's salute is to the Canadian Naval Centennial 1910 - 2010. The salute will also be the theme for the Sail Pas on Wheels Fun Parade on the Saturday of Bathtub Weekend.
Sun	7/25	Island Fling Island K9 Freestylers present Island Fling, Canine Freestyle & Dressage at the RCMP Barn in the Saanich Fairgrounds 12-4 pm Sunday July 25. Free Admission. Fun for the whole family!
Sun Sun	7/25- 8/22	The Art of Storytelling with Arthur Vickers Explore the magic and the mystery of the west coast through the art of Arthur Vickers. Sit back and be transported through time and the landscapes of the west coast with celebrated artist Arthur Vickers as he uses his artwork to tell stories of the coast, of his family traditions, and about his connection with the natural environment. From 1:30-3:00pm every Sunday from July 25 to August 22 at the Arthur Vickers Gallery in Cowichan Bay, 1719 Cowichan Bay Road.
Mon	7/26	Archangel Marketplace A most unusual marketplace focusing on the unique beauty of Christian art, literature and music, with artists, artisans and hand-crafters, publishers, writers and musicians. Icons, mosaics, glass, books, gifts, jewellery, fine art, folk art, cards and prints and more. Special evening events and easy daytime hours in a light and airy space, easy access by bus, car or walking. At the University of Victoria, Student Union Building, Michele Pujol Room on the plaza facing Ring Road.
Thu	7/29	Te Vaka Concert Pacific Peoples’ Partnership is excited to host Te Vaka, an incredible Polynesian-rock fusion group, which won the publically-voted ‘Best Pacific Group’ award at the 2010 Pacific Music Awards. Te Vaka will perform at the Victoria Events Centre at 1415 Broad St. Doors will open at 7:00 pm, and the show will begin at 8:00 pm. Tickets are $20 for adults and $15 for students/seniors and are available at the Victoria Events Centre website, Lyles Place, and through the Pacific Peoples’ Partnership.
Fri Sat	7/30- 8/7	Hornby Festival 2010 Please join us for Hornby Festival 2010 as we present another innovative and diverse programme this summer. Once again we will have the stunning backdrop of Olsen's Farm for our outdoor performances, July 30th to August 3rd, before moving to the intimate and charming Hornby Hall for the balance of the Festival.
Fri Mon	7/30- 8/2	Filberg Festival Renowned 4 day festival featuring Canadian arts, crafts, live entertainment & delicious food, held in the beautiful setting of Filberg Heritage Lodge & Park in Comox. In addition to juried quality crafts, the Festival features ongoing entertainment for both children & adults. There is also a wide variety of culinary treats available, ranging from exotic to downright decadent.
Fri Sat	7/30- 8/7	Hornby Island Festival Established in 1982, this festival has grown into an acclaimed 10 day event. Our programming includes classical, jazz, world beat & traditional genres of music, modern dance, children's programming, theatre & spoken word. Join us for Festival 2010.
Fri Sun	7/30- 8/1	Coombs Country Bluegrass Festival Bluegrass fans will be pickin' n' grinnin' all weekend long. Great jam sessions & fun for the family. See website for performers & admission fees. Free camping included with admission. Coombs Rodeo Grounds.
Sat	7/31	Lavender Fest 10am - 4pm, Damali Lavender Farm, Cobble Hill,. A fun filled day at the farm in support of the Canadian Cancer Society. Essential oil distillation demonstrations, farm tours, U-pick lavender, lavender harvesting, crafts, guided labyrinth walks, artisans, lavender concession & live music. $2.50 from each adult gate admission & $2 from every 10ml lavender essential oil sold goes to the cause.
Sat	7/31	Ceremony of the Flags Over 230 teenaged sea cadets from Her Majesty’s Canadian Ship (HMCS) QUADRA will take to the BC Legislature Lawn on Saturday, 31 July as part of their annual Ceremony of the Flags performance. With a 50-member band, 100 member guard and sixty cadets manning the flag party and naval field guns, the performance will honour the Canadian Navy Centennial. The Cadets come from across Canada and are 14 – 18 years old. Time: 1930 the contingent steps off from Cormorant Street through downtown Victoria towards the BC Legislature. 2000hrs – the performance begins. 2100hrs – performance concludes.
Sat Mon	7/31- 8/2	Comox Nautical Days A festival of family fun including bullhead derby, build bail & sail competition, live music & family activities at Marina Park & a BC Day parade in downtown Comox. Takes place on BC Day weekend. Great fun for the whole family.
Sat Sun	7/31- 8/1	Ladysmith Days The weekend's entertainment begins with a yummy pancake breakfast followed by the Kinsman parade along historic downtown First Avenue. Street entertainment downtown & at Coronation Mall top off these days of fun! On Sunday there is great music & entertainment, family games, swimming & water park frolics, a food fair & fabulous fireworks after dark.
Sat	7/31	Football: Victoria Rebels vs Kamloops Broncos Come out and support the Victoria Rebels in their home opener vs the Kamloops Broncos! Fun for the whole family. 4pm at Bear Mountain Stadium. For all ticket and game information please visit www.victoriarebels.com. The Victoria Rebels are a Junior Football team based in Victoria and part of the BC Junior Football Association.