

# Events & Things To Do In Nanaimo on 5th June 2026

- **Subtitle**: Discover the best events and activities in Nanaimo on 5th June 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 5th June 2026. From live concerts to art exhibitions, find the perfect thing to do for an unforgettable day out.

## Events in Nanaimo

- **Event Name**: Soirée by the Sea
  - **Description**: ✨ Soirée by the Sea is back✨

The most anticipated event of the summer returns June 5.

An unforgettable night on the waterfront returns for its third year! Soirée by the Sea brings together this incredible community to support healthcare’s most urgent ne
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  - **Date**: Fri Jun 05 2026 at 04:00 pm (-07:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nanaimo/soirée-by-the-sea/200029915149447
  - **Venue**: Saysutshun - Newcastle Island
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  - **Categories**: workshops
- **Event Name**: Jazz Affair 2026
  - **Description**: Jazz Affair 2026 is our signature benefit event, featuring the multiple Juno-award winning duo of Christine and Ingrid Jensen with special guest Phil Dwyer, and John Lee, and Ben Dwyer rounding out the quintet. Pre-show performances also feature the award
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  - **Date**: Fri Jun 05 2026 at 07:00 pm (-07:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nanaimo/jazz-affair-2026/200029915172226
  - **Venue**: Royal Canadian Legion Mt Benson Branch 256
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  - **Categories**: music, entertainment, nonprofit, jazz, charities
- **Event Name**: Jazz Affair 2026 with Christine and Ingrid Jensen
  - **Description**: Jazz Affair 2026 returns for our 20th anniversary signature benefit event, featuring the multiple Juno-award winning duo of Christine and Ingrid Jensen with special guest Phil Dwyer, and John Lee, and Ben Dwyer rounding out the quintet. Pre-show perfor
  - **Date**: Fri Jun 05 2026 at 07:00 pm – Fri Jun 05 2026 at 08:00 pm (-07:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nanaimo/jazz-affair-2026-with-christine-and-ingrid-jensen/80009423180305
  - **Venue**: Royal Canadian Legion Branch 256, East Wellington Road, Nanaimo, BC, Canada
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  - **Categories**: concerts, jazz, music, entertainment, charities
- **Event Name**: Happy Endings live at The Queen’s
  - **Description**: ⭐️GET READY TO DANCE, NANAIMO⭐️

The Happy Endings Band invites you to join us at The Queen’s for an unforgettable evening of music and dancing! 

This is shaping up to be one of our biggest and best show yet!! But unfortunately our last. 🥲

The Happy End
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    - Count: 27
  - **Date**: Fri Jun 05 2026 at 09:30 pm (-07:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nanaimo/happy-endings-live-at-the-queen’s/200030039359333
  - **Venue**: The Queen's
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  - **Categories**: entertainment, music, parties
- **Event Name**: 7 Stories
  - **Description**: Written by Morris Panych

The big finish spectacle for the 2025-2026 season for Western Edge. A wickedly funny piece that boasts a cast of 7 local, super talented actors from our community.

Join Western Edge Theatre for the new fourth show of this season
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    - Count: 36
  - **Date**: Fri Jun 05 2026 at 07:30 pm – Fri Jun 05 2026 at 09:30 pm (-07:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nanaimo/7-stories/200029384027643
  - **Venue**: The OV Arts Centre
  - **Banner**: https://dyn-image.allevents.in/generate-image?v=4&title=7+Stories&date=Fri+Jun+05+2026+at+07%3A30+pm&bg=4
  - **Categories**: art, theatre, performances, entertainment
- **Event Name**: Island Bolers and Friends June Rally 2026
  - **Description**: The theme will be tacky tourists. 
More details to follow but reservations can be made directly with Living Forest by phone. Remember to say you are with the group.
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 15
  - **Date**: Fri Jun 05 2026 at 02:00 pm – Sun Jun 07 2026 at 11:00 am (-07:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nanaimo/island-bolers-and-friends-june-rally-2026/200028695088427
  - **Venue**: Nanaimo Living Forest Oceanside
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## 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
  - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb68418d13dace4.jpg
- **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**: 🎉 2026 Nanaimo Pride Parade & Festival
  - **Description**: 🏳️‍🌈 Sunday, June 14 – Pride Parade &amp; Festival

Time &amp; Location: Parade at 11:00 AM through Downtown Nanaimo (Parade route: Fitzwilliam St. → Bastion Street Bridge → Commercial St. → Church St. → Front St. → Maffeo Sutton Park); Festival from 12:0
  - **Venue**: Maffeo Sutton Park
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- **Event Name**: Boots 'N Boats
  - **Description**: Boots ’N Boats is coming back to Nanoose Bay!

Join us June 12–14 for three unforgettable nights of live music, storytelling, and coastal summer vibes at Nanoose Bay Cafe

Boots 'N Boats brings Nashville and some of Canada’s top songwriters; this year’s l
  - **Venue**: 3521 Dolphin Drive, Nanoose Bay, BC, Canada, British Columbia V9K 9K1
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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**: Snuneymuxw Days 2026
  - **Description**: 🎉 Snuneymuxw Days 2026: You are invited!

Celebrating our sacred lands, waters, and each other.

From July 24 to 26, you’re invited to be a part of timeless traditions and some fierce competition.

🌐Check out www.SnuneymuxwDays.com for more info.

Everyon
  - **Venue**: 668 Centre St , Nanaimo, BC, Canada, British Columbia V9R 4Z4
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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&amp;B, boogie-woogie, blues-rock, to Chicago blues, jump blues, soul &amp; gospel and so much
  - **Venue**: Maffeo Sutton Park
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- **Event Name**: RON JAMES | NANAIMO
  - **Description**: Hit "Going" or "Interested" for a chance to win 2 TIX
Winner announced: May 19 @ noon
Presale starts: May 19 @ noon
On-sale: May 22 @ noon

Canada’s #1 stand-up road warrior Ron James, is in the driver’s seat once again and bound full throttle for the 'bi
  - **Venue**: 125 Front St, Nanaimo, BC V9R 6Z4, Canada
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top events in Nanaimo?
  - **A:** Soirée by the Sea (Fri Jun 05 2026 at 04:00 pm at Saysutshun - Newcastle Island), Jazz Affair 2026 (Fri Jun 05 2026 at 07:00 pm at Royal Canadian Legion Mt Benson Branch 256), Jazz Affair 2026 with Christine and Ingrid Jensen (Fri Jun 05 2026 at 07:00 pm at Royal Canadian Legion Branch 256, East Wellington Road, Nanaimo, BC, Canada), Happy Endings live at The Queen’s (Fri Jun 05 2026 at 09:30 pm at The Queen's), 7 Stories (Fri Jun 05 2026 at 07:30 pm at The OV Arts Centre).
- **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 Saysutshun - Newcastle Island, Royal Canadian Legion Mt Benson Branch 256, Royal Canadian Legion Branch 256, East Wellington Road, Nanaimo, BC, Canada.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for events in Nanaimo?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting events in Nanaimo include Nanaimo & District Hospital Foundation, Friends of Nanaimo Jazz Society, The Happy Endings Band.
- **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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