With ocean vibes and jazz grooves, you can't go wrong. The Nanaimo International Jazz Festival isn't just your dad's jazz, this fest literally covers the waterfront.
Check out over 20 music festivals in BC for summer 2026, bringing some of the biggest international artists as well as homegrown musical talent to the BC stage!
Check out over 20 music festivals in BC for summer 2023, bringing some of the biggest international artists as well as homegrown musical talent to the BC stage!
Whether you are gearing up for a White Christmas in Calgary, a green one on Vancouver Island, or are lucky enough to experience a combination of both, the holiday season evokes a magical air of che
Nanaimo’s history could be summed up with just a few words: “Bathtubs and Black Stones,” which is fittingly the name of a musical review and stage performance coming up this summer.
Nanaimo’s Longwood Brewery craft its beers from the bounty of Vancouver Island, sourcing ingredients from places such as Cedar Valley Hops Yards and Castlewood Farms.
As the days get shorter and the nights get colder, it sure feels like the Christmas countdown has arrived, putting us in the mood for the annual Kris Kringle Craft Market in Nanaimo.
Head to Cedar Yellow Point. The area offers a year-round retreat from the busyness of life. The best part is that it lets you get a jump on your Christmas shopping.