Local Events
The Cowichan Valley offers many cultural and local events throughout the year. The Chemainus Festival Theatre located within walking distance to the Resort is a world renowned facility known for hosting great theatre; and attracts actors from all over North America. Over 60,000 people experience Live Chemainus Theatre yearly.
Please see the events links currently available in the area
On-Going:
- The Chemainus Festival Theatre current play
- Businesses, attractions
- Events link on Chemainus.com
New:
- Cowichan Wine & Culinary Festival - Dates for 2011/12 to be announced http://wines.cowichan.net/
Chemainus Garden Festival of Trees - November 24, 2011 - January 4 ,2011 - http://www.chemainusgarden.com/festival-of-trees
Upcoming:
- Fri. May 18th, 2012 - Sun. May 20th, 2012 - Chemainus Theatre Festival Presents: Noises Off
Chemainus: This hilarious play-within-a-play depicts an ambitious director and his troupe of mediocre actors. Life begins to imitate art... - Fri. May 18th, 2012 - Getting Dirty at the Garage
Duncan: It's gonna be a collision of glitter, glamour, and sassy good times when Nanaimo's Naughty Girls and Victoria's own River Wilde and Pepper Minx meet in Duncan for a delightfully dirty show. - Fri. May 18th, 2012 - Sun. May 20th, 2012 - Let's Murder Marsha
Ladysmith: Let's Murder Marsha is great fun for audiences and cast. In Marsha, there are madcap antics as the viewers know the truth of what's going on. Marsha's secrets aren't revealed until the very end. - Sat. May 19th, 2012 - Sun. May 20th, 2012 - 2nd Float Home Open House, in conjunction with Wooden Boat Festival
Duncan: Welcome to our 2nd Float Home Open House in conjunction with the Wooden Boat Festival at Maple Bay Marina. Curious about homes on the water? Here is your chance to look, ask, investigate, enjoy!! - Sat. May 19th, 2012 - Concert with Gary Fjellgaard, Saskia & Darrel at The Hub
Duncan: Song of the Prairies! Songs of War Bides, Cowboys, Prairie winds, miners and the romance of Canadian living. - Sat. May 19th, 2012 - The Duncan Farmers Market
Duncan: With our "you make it, you bake it, you grow it, you sell it" philosophy, you will find a wide variety of local products to fullfill your "100 mile diet" needs year round! - Wed. May 23rd, 2012 - Sun. May 27th, 2012 - Chemainus Theatre Festival Presents: Noises Off
Chemainus: This hilarious play-within-a-play depicts an ambitious director and his troupe of mediocre actors. Life begins to imitate art... - Thu. May 24th, 2012 - Sun. May 27th, 2012 - Let's Murder Marsha
Ladysmith: Let's Murder Marsha is great fun for audiences and cast. In Marsha, there are madcap antics as the viewers know the truth of what's going on. Marsha's secrets aren't revealed until the very end. - Sat. May 26th, 2012 - The Duncan Farmers Market
Duncan: With our "you make it, you bake it, you grow it, you sell it" philosophy, you will find a wide variety of local products to fullfill your "100 mile diet" needs year round! - Sun. May 27th, 2012 - Maritime Festival
Ladysmith: Saskia & Darrel. What do you get when you cross a celtic/roots singer with a rock-blues Métis guitar player? Sparks...probably!! Come and Enjoy a concert with these skilled and versatile musicians!! - Sun. May 27th, 2012 - Once More with Feeling
Duncan: Celebrate Spring with Encore! Fill your senses with the beauty of Encore! Women's Choir in their upcoming concert. A diverse program from Bugler's Holiday to Scarborough Fair. Also guest artists.. - Wed. May 30th, 2012 - Sat. June 2nd, 2012 - Chemainus Theatre Festival Presents: Noises Off
Chemainus: This hilarious play-within-a-play depicts an ambitious director and his troupe of mediocre actors. Life begins to imitate art... - Fri. June 1st, 2012 - Sat. June 2nd, 2012 - Celtic Rhythms 2012
Duncan: Joined by some very special guests, this will prove to be an entertaining and enjoyable evening for all! - Sat. June 2nd, 2012 - Culinary Treasure Hunt
Mill Bay: Pick up your basket and treasure map and set out on a full days culinary adventure in the Cowichan. Pick up samples from over 20 participating farms and wineries. Enjoy a '25 Mile Dinner' and prizes - Sat. June 2nd, 2012 - CVGC Annual Spring Tea, Flower Show and Plant Sale
Duncan: The Plant Sale is the Club’s main fund raising event of the year. Items offered in the Plant Sale are donated by Club members, and include many interesting, unusual and hard to find specimens. - Sat. June 2nd, 2012 - The Duncan Farmers Market
Duncan: With our "you make it, you bake it, you grow it, you sell it" philosophy, you will find a wide variety of local products to fullfill your "100 mile diet" needs year round! - Sun. June 3rd, 2012 - The Fab Fourever: Complete Beatles Experience
Duncan: With the authenticity of the costumes, the close replication of that classic, unforgettable music and an undeniable stage presence, The Fab Fourever has earned the right to call themselves the “Complete Beatles Experience!” - Sat. June 9th, 2012 - Sun. June 10th, 2012 - 2nd Annual Be A Home Town Tourist Weekend
Ladysmith: There are wonders to discover...right in your own back yard. Come and experience some of the amazing things that happen in a small town! - Sat. June 9th, 2012 - The Duncan Farmers Market
Duncan: With our "you make it, you bake it, you grow it, you sell it" philosophy, you will find a wide variety of local products to fullfill your "100 mile diet" needs year round! - Sun. June 10th, 2012 - Keating Farm Estate Guided Tours and Special Monthly Demonstrations
Duncan: Visit Keating Farm Estate for a guided tour of the farm house, followed by followed each month by a short demonstration or guided walk! - Fri. June 15th, 2012 - Sun. June 17th, 2012 - Chemainus Theatre: Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
Chemainus: Full of fabulous music, show-stopping dancing and raucous fun, hits include "Close Every Door", "Any Dream Will Do" and "Poor, Poor Joseph". - Sat. June 16th, 2012 - The Duncan Farmers Market
Duncan: With our "you make it, you bake it, you grow it, you sell it" philosophy, you will find a wide variety of local products to fullfill your "100 mile diet" needs year round! - Sun. June 17th, 2012 - Annual Father's Day Pig Roast in the Vineyard
Cowichan: Wine and good food in our vineyard overlooking the vines and the ponds. Casual elegance and simple good food. It's our third year and so much fun! Children are welcome! - Sun. June 17th, 2012 - GutBuster Trail Running Series: Ladysmith
Ladysmith: This race may start on the beach...but it's no picnic. - Wed. June 20th, 2012 - Sun. June 24th, 2012 - Chemainus Theatre: Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
Chemainus: Full of fabulous music, show-stopping dancing and raucous fun, hits include "Close Every Door", "Any Dream Will Do" and "Poor, Poor Joseph". - Sat. June 23rd, 2012 - The Duncan Farmers Market
Duncan: With our "you make it, you bake it, you grow it, you sell it" philosophy, you will find a wide variety of local products to fullfill your "100 mile diet" needs year round! - Wed. June 27th, 2012 - Sat. June 30th, 2012 - Chemainus Theatre: Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
Chemainus: Full of fabulous music, show-stopping dancing and raucous fun, hits include "Close Every Door", "Any Dream Will Do" and "Poor, Poor Joseph". - Fri. June 29th, 2012 - Mon. August 6th, 2012 - 2012 Duncan Summer Festival
Duncan: The 2012 Summer Festival has an incredible schedule that celebrates the Centennial of the City of Duncan. From Canada Day long weekend through to BC Day long weekend we’re putting together an amazing 39 days of free family fun. - Fri. June 29th, 2012 - Mon. July 2nd, 2012 - Visions Art Studio Tour 2012
Cowichan: Visit the studios of 13 artists in the Cowichan Valley! - Sat. June 30th, 2012 - The Duncan Farmers Market
Duncan: With our "you make it, you bake it, you grow it, you sell it" philosophy, you will find a wide variety of local products to fullfill your "100 mile diet" needs year round! - Wed. July 4th, 2012 - Sun. July 8th, 2012 - Chemainus Theatre: Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
Chemainus: Full of fabulous music, show-stopping dancing and raucous fun, hits include "Close Every Door", "Any Dream Will Do" and "Poor, Poor Joseph". - Sat. July 7th, 2012 - The Duncan Farmers Market
Duncan: With our "you make it, you bake it, you grow it, you sell it" philosophy, you will find a wide variety of local products to fullfill your "100 mile diet" needs year round! - Sun. July 8th, 2012 - Keating Farm Estate Guided Tours and Special Monthly Demonstrations
Duncan: Visit Keating Farm Estate for a guided tour of the farm house, followed by followed each month by a short demonstration or guided walk! - Wed. July 11th, 2012 - Sun. July 15th, 2012 - Chemainus Theatre: Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
Chemainus: Full of fabulous music, show-stopping dancing and raucous fun, hits include "Close Every Door", "Any Dream Will Do" and "Poor, Poor Joseph". - Sat. July 14th, 2012 - The Duncan Farmers Market
Duncan: With our "you make it, you bake it, you grow it, you sell it" philosophy, you will find a wide variety of local products to fullfill your "100 mile diet" needs year round! - Wed. July 18th, 2012 - Sun. July 22nd, 2012 - Chemainus Theatre: Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
Chemainus: Full of fabulous music, show-stopping dancing and raucous fun, hits include "Close Every Door", "Any Dream Will Do" and "Poor, Poor Joseph". - Fri. July 20th, 2012 - Sat. July 21st, 2012 - Chemainus Theatre Festival Presents: Animal Tales
Chemainus: Join a confused and caring Naturalist, a fun-loving Sparrow, and their many animal friends in a lively romp through folk tales around the world. - Sat. July 21st, 2012 - The Duncan Farmers Market
Duncan: With our "you make it, you bake it, you grow it, you sell it" philosophy, you will find a wide variety of local products to fullfill your "100 mile diet" needs year round! - Tue. July 24th, 2012 - Sat. July 28th, 2012 - Chemainus Theatre Festival Presents: Animal Tales
Chemainus: Join a confused and caring Naturalist, a fun-loving Sparrow, and their many animal friends in a lively romp through folk tales around the world. - Wed. July 25th, 2012 - Sun. July 29th, 2012 - Chemainus Theatre: Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
Chemainus: Full of fabulous music, show-stopping dancing and raucous fun, hits include "Close Every Door", "Any Dream Will Do" and "Poor, Poor Joseph". - Sat. July 28th, 2012 - The Duncan Farmers Market
Duncan: With our "you make it, you bake it, you grow it, you sell it" philosophy, you will find a wide variety of local products to fullfill your "100 mile diet" needs year round! - Tue. July 31st, 2012 - Sat. August 4th, 2012 - Chemainus Theatre Festival Presents: Animal Tales
Chemainus: Join a confused and caring Naturalist, a fun-loving Sparrow, and their many animal friends in a lively romp through folk tales around the world. - Wed. August 1st, 2012 - Sun. August 5th, 2012 - Chemainus Theatre: Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
Chemainus: Full of fabulous music, show-stopping dancing and raucous fun, hits include "Close Every Door", "Any Dream Will Do" and "Poor, Poor Joseph". - Thu. August 2nd, 2012 - Sun. August 5th, 2012 - SunFest 2012
Duncan: Sunfest delivers more than just great music. There’s plenty to see and do in between the shows too. - Sat. August 4th, 2012 - The Duncan Farmers Market
Duncan: With our "you make it, you bake it, you grow it, you sell it" philosophy, you will find a wide variety of local products to fullfill your "100 mile diet" needs year round! - Tue. August 7th, 2012 - Sat. August 11th, 2012 - Chemainus Theatre Festival Presents: Animal Tales
Chemainus: Join a confused and caring Naturalist, a fun-loving Sparrow, and their many animal friends in a lively romp through folk tales around the world. - Wed. August 8th, 2012 - Sun. August 12th, 2012 - Chemainus Theatre: Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
Chemainus: Full of fabulous music, show-stopping dancing and raucous fun, hits include "Close Every Door", "Any Dream Will Do" and "Poor, Poor Joseph". - Sat. August 11th, 2012 - The Duncan Farmers Market
Duncan: With our "you make it, you bake it, you grow it, you sell it" philosophy, you will find a wide variety of local products to fullfill your "100 mile diet" needs year round! - Sun. August 12th, 2012 - Keating Farm Estate Guided Tours and Special Monthly Demonstrations
Duncan: Visit Keating Farm Estate for a guided tour of the farm house, followed by followed each month by a short demonstration or guided walk! - Tue. August 14th, 2012 - Sat. August 18th, 2012 - Chemainus Theatre Festival Presents: Animal Tales
Chemainus: Join a confused and caring Naturalist, a fun-loving Sparrow, and their many animal friends in a lively romp through folk tales around the world. - Wed. August 15th, 2012 - Sat. August 18th, 2012 - Chemainus Theatre: Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
Chemainus: Full of fabulous music, show-stopping dancing and raucous fun, hits include "Close Every Door", "Any Dream Will Do" and "Poor, Poor Joseph". - Fri. August 17th, 2012 - Sat. August 18th, 2012 - The Valley Antiques and Collectables Sale
Duncan: Offering over 200 tables of Antiques and Collectables in a brand new well lit air conditioned building. Easy access and lots of free parking. . - Sat. August 18th, 2012 - The Duncan Farmers Market
Duncan: With our "you make it, you bake it, you grow it, you sell it" philosophy, you will find a wide variety of local products to fullfill your "100 mile diet" needs year round!