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MURDER & MAYHEM In Story and Song

Oct 2, 2026 Parksville

Starts today

Murder & Mayhem In Story and Song is a unique performance by the Mid-Island Storytellers held at the Parksville Museum Heritage Church. Created by Susan Warner and Norma Cameron, the production blends...

Storytelling Folk Music +4

Heart & Soul — Songwriter Showcase Concert

Oct 2, 2026 Courtenay

Starts today

St. George’s United Church in Courtenay hosts the 'Heart & Soul' Songwriter Showcase on October 2, 2026. This benefit concert features four award-winning local musicians performing original work and sharing personal stories...

Live music Songwriter Showcase +6

On a Whim, and In Plain Air - Artists' Reception

Oct 3, 2026 Hope

Upcoming

A public artists' reception for the exhibition "On a Whim, and In Plain Air" at the Hope Art Gallery, featuring the work of local artists Moira Stewart and Cathy Davis.

Art exhibition Gallery Opening +3

Chilliwack Safety Fair

Oct 3, 2026 Chilliwack

Upcoming

The Chilliwack Safety Fair is an annual educational event presented by the City of Chilliwack and the Chilliwack Fire Department. Held in Chilliwack, it offers safety tips for home and community, along...

Safety Education +4

Queer Arts Festival

Oct 3-31, 2026 Chilliwack

Upcoming

The Queer Arts Festival returns for its second year in Chilliwack, British Columbia, running from October 3 to 31. This festival is described as a "joyful celebration of diversity, inclusion and authenticity"...

Arts Festival Lgbtq +10

Fleetwood Magic

Oct 3, 2026 Chilliwack

Upcoming

Fleetwood Magic, a tribute band dedicated to the music of Fleetwood Mac, will perform a live concert at the Chilliwack Cultural Centre on October 3, 2026.

Concert Live music +2

Greatest Hits! 10 Years of Music with The Maybelles

Oct 3, 2026 Chilliwack

Upcoming

The Maybelles, an all-female singing group, celebrate their tenth anniversary with a high-energy musical revue at Evergreen Hall in Chilliwack. Scheduled for October 3, 2026, the performance features classic hits from the...

Concert Live music +6

Gordon Lightfoot Tribute Show: If You Could Read My Mind

Oct 4, 2026 Kelowna

Upcoming

The "Gordon Lightfoot Tribute Show: If You Could Read My Mind" is a musical event dedicated to Canadian musician Gordon Lightfoot, featuring singer-songwriter John Paul Byrne. It is scheduled to take place...

Tribute Music +3

Haunted House at Sunshine Valley

Oct 9-31, 2026 Sunshine Valley

Upcoming

The Haunted House at Sunshine Valley RV Resort & Cabins is a seasonal Halloween attraction located in Sunshine Valley, British Columbia. It operates on Friday and Saturday evenings during the month of...

Halloween Haunted House +3

TEN

Oct 9-10, 2026 Cranbrook

Upcoming

Key City Theatre presents TEN, an anniversary musical celebrating a decade of captivating performances in Cranbrook. This production features fan-favourite songs from past musicals, reimagined into a new theatrical journey, running on...

Cultural events Musical +3

Friendsgiving Fundraiser

Oct 10, 2026 Hope

Upcoming

The Friendsgiving Fundraiser benefits the Hope Golf and Country Club, offering a full Thanksgiving dinner, entertainment, games, and raffle baskets.

Fundraiser Thanksgiving +4

Tea and Oranges: Songs of Leonard Cohen

Oct 10-11, 2026 Qualicum Beach

Upcoming

A two-day tribute production celebrating the musical and poetic legacy of Leonard Cohen, staged in Qualicum Beach and Parksville. The show, titled "Tea and Oranges: Songs of Leonard Cohen," features Vancouver Island...

Leonard Cohen Tribute Concert +4

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