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Events Calendar
Theatre BC's North Island Zone FestivalThu. May 15th, 2008 - Sat. May 17th, 2008 CourtenayCourtenay: Theatre BC's annual adjudicated regional community theatre Festival is hosted by Courtenay Little Theatre, and this event promises to entertain you for a full week of award-winning plays. Ripple Rockets Blast Off WeekendFri. May 16th, 2008 - Sun. May 18th, 2008 Campbell RiverCampbell River: The Thunderbird Hall will once again be filled with Square Dance Talent and they invite you to come and watch! Rockland Band at the GrottoFri. May 16th, 2008 CourtenayCourtenay: Bluesy piano and guitar from Campbell River, live at the Union Street Grotto. SubCity DwellersFri. May 16th, 2008 CumberlandCumberland: Ska with strong reggae, punk, soul, blues and rock'n'roll influences mix with lots of edge and occasional latin and roots feels for a truly danceable sound. Each member brings their own personality. Alert Bay May Day CelebrationSat. May 17th, 2008 - Mon. May 19th, 2008 Alert BayAlert Bay: The Alert Bay May Day Celebrations are a time when the whole community comes together to celebrate. Comox Valley Highland GamesSat. May 17th, 2008 CourtenayCourtenay: 13th Annual Comox Valley Highland Games including competitions in highland dance individual piping and drumming, pipe band, and heavy games. Also celtic vendors and massed pipes and drums. Cortes Island Oysterfest 2008Sat. May 17th, 2008 Cortes IslandCortes Island: "When the tide's out, the table is set!" Cumberland Empire DaysSat. May 17th, 2008 - Mon. May 19th, 2008 CumberlandCumberland: In 2008 the community will celebrate 120 years of May Day Celebrations in Cumberland. This year “Cumberland goes Country” so get out your cowboys boots, chaps and hats and join the fun. Kitty Coleman Woodland Gardens Art and Bloom FestivalSat. May 17th, 2008 - Mon. May 19th, 2008 CourtenayCourtenay: Original works by painters, potters, sculptors, glass blowers, original stained glass designers, garden art and other unique art forms. CVAG Trivia Night!Fri. May 23rd, 2008 CourtenayCourtenay: So you think you know everything there is to know about what might not be important to know? Comox Valley Art Gallery invites you to come out for a fun filled and hilarious night of trivial pursuit Five Alarm Funk return to CumberlandFri. May 23rd, 2008 CumberlandCumberland: Five Alarm Funk is a Vancouver-based, 12-piece rhythm machine that pounds out a delirium-inducing live show brimming with original funk and afro-beat grooves. Puntledge River Paddle FestivalFri. May 30th, 2008 - Sun. June 1st, 2008 CourtenayCourtenay: Have a thing for river paddling? The Puntledge River is one of the best (if not the best), small volume play rivers in BC...and you'll be in for a wild and wet weekend! June Sports in Alert BayThu. June 12th, 2008 - Sun. June 15th, 2008 Alert BayAlert Bay: A variety of fun community activities, including the Salmon Prince & Princess pageant and parade. Comox Valley Shellfish FestivalSat. June 14th, 2008 - Sun. June 15th, 2008 ComoxComox: The 2nd Annual Comox Valley Shellfish Festival is presented by the BC Shellfish Growers Association in partnership with the Komoks First Nation. Yew Bat Fundraiser DanceSat. June 14th, 2008 CourtenayCourtenay: Comox Valley Master's"Yew Bat" Tournament Dance POW WOW in the Comox ValleyFri. June 20th, 2008 - Sun. June 22nd, 2008 CourtenayCourtenay: Native American culture comes alive each year when the Upper Island Women of Native Ancestry hosts a Pow Wow in the Comox Valley. Aboriginal Day Celebration in Alert BaySat. June 21st, 2008 Alert BayAlert Bay: Join us on this important day as we share our way of life cultural activities such as traveling in a canoe, cooking fish, dancing and singing! Bring your family out for a day learning and fun. Cowboy JunkiesSat. June 21st, 2008 CourtenayCourtenay: Rooted in country and blues styles, the world-famous Cowboy Junkies will bring their alternative rock to the Sid Williams Theatre. Comox Summer Sunday SoundsSun. June 22nd, 2008 ComoxComox: Listen to live music on the lawn of the Filberg Park, everything from Jazz to Big Band. Showcase Theatre FestivalWed. June 25th, 2008 - Mon. July 21st, 2008 CumberlandCumberland: Enjoy the thrills and magic of live repertory theatre and experience the spectacle of song, dance and drama on the live stage. World class summer theatre right here in the beautiful Comox Valley! SHOWCASE Theatre Festival presents Dancing in the Coal DustWed. June 25th, 2008 - Sun. July 27th, 2008 CumberlandCumberland: World Premiere of "Dancing in the Coal Dust" - a new work - by SHOWCASE Theatre in repertory with Thornton Wilder's "Our Town" and "Hello Dolly" ... Comox Summer Sunday SoundsSun. June 29th, 2008 ComoxComox: Listen to live music on the lawn of the Filberg Park, everything from Jazz to Big Band. 7th Annual Alert Bay Music FestMon. June 30th, 2008 Alert BayAlert Bay: Local and out of town musicians. 2008 Canada Day Celebrations in Campbell RiverTue. July 1st, 2008 Campbell RiverCampbell River: Celebrate Canada in Campbell River! This year's theme: A BLAST TO LAST...The 50th anniversary of the Ripple Rock Blast in Seymore Narrows, 1958
Courtenay Canada Day CelebrationsTue. July 1st, 2008 CourtenayCourtenay: Come see the Grande Parade in downtown Courtenay. Parade starts at 10:30 a.m. and goes down 5th Street. Tidemark Season presents Charlotte DiamondTue. July 1st, 2008 Campbell RiverCampbell River: Canada's favourite children's entertainer performs a Canada Day concert. Comox Summer Sunday SoundsSun. July 6th, 2008 ComoxComox: Listen to live music on the lawn of the Filberg Park, everything from Jazz to Big Band. Vancouver Island MusicFest 2008Fri. July 11th, 2008 - Sun. July 13th, 2008 CourtenayCourtenay: Vancouver Island MusicFest offers 3 glorious days and nights and 6 stages of roots and world music from across Canada and around the globe. Kids stuff, workshops, riverside camping and so much more. Comox Summer Sunday SoundsSun. July 13th, 2008 ComoxComox: Listen to live music on the lawn of the Filberg Park, everything from Jazz to Big Band. Local Colours FestivalTue. July 15th, 2008 - Fri. July 18th, 2008 CourtenayCourtenay: The Local Colours Festival highlights local talent and creativity with featured visual artists, music and other performers. 2008 Denman Island Readers and Writers FestivalThu. July 17th, 2008 - Sun. July 20th, 2008 Denman IslandDenman Island: A non-stop weekend of literary delights. Rub shoulders, share a drik, or eat lunch with authors you’ve wanted to meet for years, and listen to some of the most insightful and interesting writers in Canada today! Downtown Courtenay Market DayFri. July 18th, 2008 CourtenayCourtenay: The 38th Annual Market Day hosts the 3rd Annual Local Colours Festival, filling the streets of downtown Courtenay with fantastic finds and amazing local talent. Comox Summer Sunday SoundsSun. July 20th, 2008 ComoxComox: Listen to live music on the lawn of the Filberg Park, everything from Jazz to Big Band. 26th Annual Alert Bay SEAFESTFri. July 25th, 2008 - Sat. July 26th, 2008 Alert BayAlert Bay: Fun for all ages...at the Alert Bay Seafest! ARTOPIA 2008: Summer Arts Festival in SointulaFri. July 25th, 2008 Port McNeillPort McNeill: One hundred years after this historical community was created by Finnish settlers seeking Utopia, Sointula residents continue to strive for that perfect balance of art, music and culture that is so evident during this weekend celebration. Comox Summer Sunday SoundsSun. July 27th, 2008 ComoxComox: Listen to live music on the lawn of the Filberg Park, everything from Jazz to Big Band. Hornby Festival 2008Thu. July 31st, 2008 - Sat. August 9th, 2008 Hornby IslandHornby Island: Established in 1982, the Hornby Festival has grown into an acclaimed 10 day event. Join us for Festival 2008 as we continue to bring leading and innovative world class artists to our stages. Comox Nautical DaysFri. August 1st, 2008 - Mon. August 4th, 2008 ComoxComox: A festival of family fun - bathtub race, bullhead derby, Parade on Comox Avenue - Monday, Build Bail and Sail competition, and ceremony of the flags. The Filberg FestivalFri. August 1st, 2008 - Mon. August 4th, 2008 ComoxComox: Considered BC's best outdoor art and craft show. Up to 140 excellent Canadian Artisans sell their work. Fabulous music. Tasty food. 10th Annual Alpine Wine FestivalFri. August 8th, 2008 Mt. WashingtonMt. Washington: A wide selection of wines to taste plus some award winning cheeses. It's a high class and a high altitude event. North Island Logging SportsFri. August 8th, 2008 - Sun. August 10th, 2008 Campbell RiverCampbell River: Although there have been many changes in the logging industry over the years, the one thing that has remained constant is the loggers getting together to show off their skills in
friendly competition Comox Summer Sunday SoundsSun. August 10th, 2008 ComoxComox: Listen to live music on the lawn of the Filberg Park, everything from Jazz to Big Band. The Big Time OutFri. August 15th, 2008 - Sun. August 17th, 2008 CumberlandCumberland: This summer's adventure will include audiovisual installations and commissioned art, dance and circus pieces, all the elements audiences have come to expect from a major Cumberland Village Works event.
OrcaFest 2008Sat. August 16th, 2008 Port McNeillPort McNeill: A wonderful family event for people of all ages. Comox Summer Sunday SoundsSun. August 17th, 2008 ComoxComox: Listen to live music on the lawn of the Filberg Park, everything from Jazz to Big Band. Discovery Passage Boat RodeoSun. August 17th, 2008 Campbell RiverCampbell River: A day of water sport events, boating events featuring a tugboat rodeo and sailboat races. Comox Valley Exhibition Fall FairFri. August 22nd, 2008 - Sun. August 24th, 2008 CourtenayCourtenay: Comox Valley Exhibition Fall Fair ~ Family fun filled event! Something for absolutely everyone! Comox Summer Sunday SoundsSun. August 24th, 2008 ComoxComox: Listen to live music on the lawn of the Filberg Park, everything from Jazz to Big Band. Comox Summer Sunday SoundsSun. August 31st, 2008 ComoxComox: Listen to live music on the lawn of the Filberg Park, everything from Jazz to Big Band. Haig-Brown Festival 2008Sun. September 28th, 2008 Campbell RiverCampbell River: Celebrate the legacy of author, conservationist and sportsman Roderick Haig-Brown at this annual event. Add your own event? Report an Error? The above event listings are not endorsements. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||