# Events & Things To Do In Nanaimo on 6th May 2026

- **Subtitle**: Discover the best events and activities in Nanaimo on 6th May 2026. From live concerts to art exhibitions, find the perfect thing to do for an unforgettable day out.
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## About

Discover the best events and activities in Nanaimo on 6th May 2026. From live concerts to art exhibitions, find the perfect thing to do for an unforgettable day out.

## Events in Nanaimo

- **Event Name**: Devin Cooper & Mariya Stokes | Live at The Queen's (Nanaimo, BC)
  - **Description**: Join award-winning country artists Devin Cooper and Mariya Stokes for a special acoustic evening of live music on Wednesday, May 6th at The Queen's in Nanaimo, BC. On their Before the Record Western Canadian tour, they’re sharing fan favourites and debuti
  - **Date**: Wed May 06 2026 at 06:30 pm (-07:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nanaimo/devin-cooper-and-mariya-stokes-|-live-at-the-queens-nanaimo-bc/200029915221645
  - **Venue**: The Queen's
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  - **Categories**: Music, Art, Entertainment
- **Event Name**: Juliet and Romeo at The Port Theatre - BC
  - **Description**: ✨ Embark on an extraordinary journey at Juliet and Romeo at The Port Theatre - BC, where every moment promises to be unforgettable! 🌟 Imagine of transforming The Port Theatre - BC in the heart of Nanaimo
  - **Date**: Wed May 06 2026 (-08:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nanaimo/juliet-and-romeo-at-the-port-theatre-bc/2400029176014722
  - **Venue**: The Port Theatre - BC
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  - **Categories**: art, theatre, contests, trips-adventures
- **Event Name**: Power Hour-May
  - **Description**: Join Us for a Monthly Networking Lunch!
Looking to connect with other local professionals in a relaxed, welcoming environment? Our monthly 1.5-hour networking lunch is the perfect opportunity to build relationships, share ideas, and learn something new.
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  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 11
  - **Date**: Wed May 06 2026 at 12:00 pm – Wed May 06 2026 at 01:30 pm (-07:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nanaimo/power-hour-may/200029870937426
  - **Venue**: Simonholt Restaurant
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  - **Categories**: business
- **Event Name**: Read, Reflect, Write - A Poetry Workshop with Neil Surkan, Nanaimo Poet Laureate
  - **Description**: Join Nanaimo Poet Laureate for a poetry workshop on Savouring, Wondering and Daring. This is a FREE event.

Held Wednesdays, May 6 & June 3
6-7 pm
North Nanaimo Library Board Room (Hammond Bay Rd)

For more information, call City of Nanaimo Culture an
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 11
  - **Date**: Wed May 06 2026 at 06:00 pm – Wed May 06 2026 at 07:00 pm (-07:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nanaimo/read-reflect-write-a-poetry-workshop-with-neil-surkan-nanaimo-poet-laureate/200029749964114
  - **Venue**: Vancouver Island Regional Library North Branch
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  - **Categories**: art, literary-art, workshops

## Trending Events in Nanaimo

- **Event Name**: An evening with Red Dirt Skinners - St Andrews, Nanaimo, BC(6:30pm)
  - **Description**: We are delighted to present... AN EVENING WITH RED DIRT SKINNERSRoots Music Canada describe the Red Dirt Skinners as “The Pink Floyd of Folk Music.” Music News Magazine state that there is “an almost Floyd-like quality to some of th
  - **Venue**: St. Andrew's United Church, Fitzwilliam Street, Nanaimo, BC, Canada
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- **Event Name**: The Holiday Bazaar in Cedar 2026
  - **Description**: Discover the magic of the season at the Holiday Bazaar! Explore a curated collection of unique locally-crafted art and gifts that will delight and inspire.15 minutes south of Downtown Nanaimo!November 21
  - **Venue**: Cedar Community Hall
  - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb69447a2dea482.jpg
- **Event Name**: Dave Teichroeb & Road Poets
  - **Description**: Hot off the release of their second album it's guaranteed to be a must see show. Road Poets perform riff laden songs with great guitar tone and meaningful lyrics. Lead singer/guitarist Dave Teichroeb writes the songs and delivers them with clever turns
  - **Venue**: The Queen's, Victoria Crescent, Nanaimo, BC, Canada
  - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb69cdd4080732f.jpg
- **Event Name**: Morgan Wallen at The Port Theatre - BC
  - **Description**: 🎉 Welcome to Morgan Wallen at The Port Theatre - BC, where the impossible becomes possible and dreams take flight! 🏛️ Join us at The Port Theatre - BC in the heart of Nanaimo, BC for an
  - **Venue**: The Port Theatre - BC
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- **Event Name**: Fred Frith at the Vault! Phipps Pt. in support
  - **Description**: Big name, small room. Couldn't be happier to host this one. If you know, go right to buy tickets. If aren't familiar read on then get your admission secured. Tickets are limited. Room capacity is 47. 

Fred Frith steps across the threshold and lands in Na
  - **Venue**: The Vault Cafe
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- **Event Name**: Curious ComiCon 2026
  - **Description**: Come join us for Western Canada's largest FREE comic and geek culture convention at Country Club Centre in Nanaimo! All proceeds from the event go to a local charity!

The Cosplay Contest is back! Online registration closes at noon on the day of the event
  - **Venue**: Country Club Centre
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- **Event Name**: WRESTLEFEST III
  - **Description**: Wrestlefest returns bigger, louder, and more violent than ever.

Recognized as the largest professional wrestling event in Western Canada, Wrestlefest III brings together multiple wrestling companies, multiple champions, and the best talent from across th
  - **Venue**: Frank Crane Arena
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- **Event Name**: The World of Orcas Tour (NANAIMO) Sun pm, Apr 26
  - **Description**: We'll dive into stories about the Orcas in our waters, explore the space where we coexist, and... ideally, see them ourselves.About this EventThe World of Orcas TourI have spent th
  - **Venue**: 90 Front St #5
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- **Event Name**: Nanaimo Blues Festival 2026
  - **Description**: Nanaimo Blues Festival (Nanaimo, BC, Canada) returns on Thursday August 6 - Sunday August 9, 2026. 

Nanaimo Blues Festival has some blues for everyone – from R&B, boogie-woogie, blues-rock, to Chicago blues, jump blues, soul & gospel and so much
  - **Venue**: Maffeo Sutton Park
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top events in Nanaimo?
  - **A:** Devin Cooper & Mariya Stokes | Live at The Queen's (Nanaimo, BC) (Wed May 06 2026 at 06:30 pm at The Queen's), Juliet and Romeo at The Port Theatre - BC (Wed May 06 2026 at The Port Theatre - BC), Power Hour-May (Wed May 06 2026 at 12:00 pm at Simonholt Restaurant), Read, Reflect, Write - A Poetry Workshop with Neil Surkan, Nanaimo Poet Laureate (Wed May 06 2026 at 06:00 pm at Vancouver Island Regional Library North Branch).
- **Q**: How can I find events in Nanaimo?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming events in Nanaimo on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for events in Nanaimo?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for events in Nanaimo?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting events in Nanaimo include The Queen's, The Port Theatre - BC, Simonholt Restaurant.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for events in Nanaimo?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting events in Nanaimo include Devin Cooper, Vivid Events, Jen Warman Commercial Insurance Broker-licensed in BC and AB.
- **Q**: Are there any online events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new events in Nanaimo?
  - **A:** Follow the  category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new events are listed in Nanaimo.

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