# Events & Things To Do in Nanaimo in August 2026 | AllEvents - **Subtitle**: Find events and things to do in August 2026 in Nanaimo. Discover parties, concerts, meets, shows, sports, club, reunion, Performance happening in August 2026 in Nanaimo. - **Category**: August - **Display Name**: Events in August - **Type**: time_filter ## Audience - **Followers**: 2k+ - **Recent Followers**: - **Avatar 1**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/attendeethumb689b208d2a182.png - **Avatar 2**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/fe/dd6c34afa04838afcc0e34e7154a39/user-14.png - **Avatar 3**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/37/ead652edca48399666fefbbee25262/user-50.png ## About Discover all the happening events in August [YEAR] in [CITY] and make it a month of learning and exploration. From art exhibitions to kickass concerts, from yoga workshops to photography masterclass; the list of things to do in [CITY] in August [YEAR] is quite elaborate. Explore from the genres that you find interest in, there will be many events in August in [CITY] to keep you engaged. ## August Events in Nanaimo - **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 - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 442 - **Date**: Thu Aug 06 2026 at 05:00 pm – Sun Aug 09 2026 at 08:30 pm (-07:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nanaimo/nanaimo-blues-festival-2026/200029534726501 - **Venue**: Maffeo Sutton Park - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czIvYmFubmVycy9iZjU0MTUyZGM3NTJhNjg0ZjViNmJkM2I1NTkwZjZmNzhhMzEzNDA1YzQ4OTBkNDBmOThlNDA4Y2VkNWNlNmM0LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kYzE4MWY2My1nbWlyP3Y9MTc3NTkwMTU5Nw.avif - **Categories**: festivals, parties, entertainment, food-drinks - **Event Name**: Coombs Fair - **Description**: A fun community tradition with Livestock, Arts & Crafts, Music, 4H Club Displays, A Variety of Entertainment, Food Trucks, Vendors, Demonstrations and more. - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 1178 - **Date**: Sat Aug 08 2026 at 09:00 am – Sun Aug 09 2026 at 05:00 pm (-07:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nanaimo/coombs-fair/200029788163946 - **Venue**: 1014 Ford Road, V0R 1M0 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czcvYmFubmVycy80ZWQ0ZDhkODU1NjdmZWNmNzZhMzc1N2NkZjNkYTk4NzQwNDJiY2UxYTZkOTc2YTY4YzcyYTg5MTYyMGViOWM2LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYzMi1kYzFlNDU4OC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc3NTg1Mjk3NA.avif - **Categories**: food-drinks, art - **Event Name**: Insight Meditation Retreat with Tempel Smith & Jeanne Corrigal [Aug15beth] - **Description**: An 7-night, Residential Silent Meditation Retreat with Tempel Smith and Jeanne Corrigal at the Bethlehem Retreat Centre, Aug 15-22, 2026.About this EventRetreat Description- - **Date**: Sat Aug 15 2026 at 03:00 pm – Sat Aug 22 2026 at 11:00 am (-07:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nanaimo/insight-meditation-retreat-with-tempel-smith-and-jeanne-corrigal-aug15beth/100001983976096913 - **Venue**: Bethlehem Centre - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy8yZGU3YjJmNzJkY2NhMzgyYzk2NjI2OWU0ZDU3ZjU0NGQyMDIyNjFlNjUwNGZjMzMwOWJjYzFjMWRjZDNkZWVjLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYyNi1kYzE0MTYwOC1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3NzQwMjQ4NzY.avif - **Price**: CAD 925 to 2,250 - **Categories**: health-wellness, Nonprofit, Workshops - **Event Name**: Port Angeles Lefties at Nanaimo NightOwls at Serauxmen Stadium - **Description**: 🌟 Step into a world of wonder at Port Angeles Lefties at Nanaimo NightOwls at Serauxmen Stadium, where extraordinary moments await! πŸ›οΈ Located at Serauxmen Stadium in dynamic Nanaimo, BC - **Date**: Fri Jul 31 2026 at 12:00 pm – Sat Aug 01 2026 at 06:35 pm (-08:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nanaimo/port-angeles-lefties-at-nanaimo-nightowls-at-serauxmen-stadium/2400028223584452 - **Venue**: Serauxmen Stadium - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy8xNGQ5OWE4MC0xZGI0LTExZjEtOWY0Mi1mYjk1ZTQwMzcxOWYtcmltZy13MTIwMC1oODQ4LWRjMGUxYzJjLWdtaXIucG5nP3Y9MTc3MzI3OTQ3MQ.avif - **Categories**: trips-adventures - **Event Name**: Port Angeles Lefties at Nanaimo NightOwls Baseball at Serauxmen Stadium - **Description**: ✨ Discover the extraordinary at Port Angeles Lefties at Nanaimo NightOwls Baseball at Serauxmen Stadium, where magic meets reality in ways you've never imagined! πŸ›οΈ Set in Serauxmen Stadium nestled in bustling Na - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 1 - **Date**: Sun Aug 02 2026 (-08:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nanaimo/port-angeles-lefties-at-nanaimo-nightowls-baseball-at-serauxmen-stadium/2400029427848356 - **Venue**: Serauxmen Stadium - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czcvYmFubmVycy8xNmViOGE5MC0xZGI0LTExZjEtOWY0Mi1mYjk1ZTQwMzcxOWYtcmltZy13MTA4MC1oMTA4MC1kYzAwMDAwMC1nbWlyLnBuZz92PTE3NzMyNzk0NzQ.avif - **Categories**: trips-adventures - **Event Name**: M C B play Parksville - **Description**: Argyle Jets, Renovation Blues, Gerry Barnum, and Mark Crissinger Band. Blues Party!! - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 26 - **Date**: Fri Jul 31 2026 at 06:30 pm (-07:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nanaimo/m-c-b-play-parksville/200029847190430 - **Venue**: Parksville Beach - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy9kYjNjNmI1NDBkODRhNmJhMzRhZDFkMDllODVhMTE2Yzk5ZDU0YjlkOTg0YTFlZGJiYjlhNTExODAzNWI5NzQ1LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDE4MTAtZGMxNzE3MTctZ21pcj92PTE3NzQ4Mjk5MTA.avif - **Categories**: entertainment, parties, music - **Event Name**: Port Angeles Lefties at Nanaimo NightOwls - **Description**: πŸ“ Venue: Serauxmen Stadium 🏠 Address: 745 Third Street, Nanaimo, Canada πŸŒ† City: Nanaimo πŸ“ Location: 49.1617, -123.966✨ Enter a world of endless possibilities at Port Angeles Lefties at Nanaimo NightOwls, where every moment tells a story! - **Date**: Fri Jul 31 2026 at 07:00 pm – Sun Aug 02 2026 at 08:05 pm (-08:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nanaimo/port-angeles-lefties-at-nanaimo-nightowls/3200029422815308 - **Venue**: Serauxmen Stadium - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy8xZDc2NDQyMC1mNTg5LTExZjAtOTJkNi1kNTY4ZTI2NTNkOGYtcmltZy13MTIwMC1oNTE0LWRjYzE5MjVmLWdtaXIuanBnP3Y9MTc2ODg2Mjk3MA.avif - **Categories**: trips-adventures - **Event Name**: Kamloops NorthPaws at Nanaimo NightOwls at Serauxmen Stadium - **Description**: ✨ Enter a world of endless possibilities at Kamloops NorthPaws at Nanaimo NightOwls at Serauxmen Stadium, where every moment tells a story! πŸ›οΈ The stunning Serauxmen Stadium in vibrant Nanaimo, B - **Date**: Mon Aug 03 2026 at 06:35 pm – Wed Aug 05 2026 at 06:35 pm (-08:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nanaimo/kamloops-northpaws-at-nanaimo-nightowls-at-serauxmen-stadium/2400028221861244 - **Venue**: Serauxmen Stadium - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy8xMTNhZWIwMC0zODAyLTExZjEtOTAwMi0zOTQ5ZDJjNGFhMzgtcmltZy13MTIwMC1oODQ4LWRjMGUxYzJjLWdtaXIucG5nP3Y9MTc3NjE3MTY5NQ.avif - **Categories**: trips-adventures - **Event Name**: Westwood Lake Mudskipper and Open Water Swim ! - **Description**: Back by popular demand, Join us at Westwood Lake for our 2nd annual Open water swim & Mudskipper event. 2 Distances for Mudskipper 3 Distances for Open Water Swimming Stay tuned, if their is enough interest, we will add a Try it Event ! for new Sw - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 30 - **Date**: Sun Aug 09 2026 at 09:00 am (-07:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nanaimo/westwood-lake-mudskipper-and-open-water-swim/200029477274406 - **Venue**: Westwood Lake, Nanaimo - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy9kNTM1MWQ4ODFlMzMxMmJjODVlYjlmZDc1ODIwZjVkOTRkNmU5YzFmMmQyMzE4NjM2OGY5NmI2NWMzM2RlOWI1LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDE2MDAtZGNhYWE2OGEtZ21pcj92PTE3NzU5MjIxNzk.avif - **Categories**: sports - **Event Name**: Pickleballooza: Nanaimo - **Description**: Year 2!! We are so excited to be expanding this tournament over two days this year due to the demand of last year’s tournament. We know some were watching on the courts and we know you want to be in it this year. We have taken feedback and this year we - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 5 - **Date**: Sat Aug 08 2026 at 10:00 am – Sun Aug 09 2026 at 04:00 pm (-07:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nanaimo/pickleballooza-nanaimo/200029898762330 - **Venue**: Beban Park - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy8yY2Q3ZWRjODQxZTkzZjE3YWNiMDQ1NTg3YTZlZDUxNTc3ZWU2NGY2M2UzOTQzOWZlNGMxYjg1ZjQ3YzFhOTg3LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDEyMDAtZGM5MGM3YTItZ21pcj92PTE3NzYwNTA5ODY.avif - **Categories**: sports, tournaments - **Event Name**: Under the Wild Sun Retreat - August 2026 - Nanaimo, BC - **Description**: https://tri.ps/KgpjW - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 5 - **Date**: Fri Aug 07 2026 at 04:00 pm – Sun Aug 09 2026 at 01:00 pm (-07:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nanaimo/under-the-wild-sun-retreat-august-2026-nanaimo-bc/200029828835839 - **Venue**: Nanaimo BC Canada - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy9lYzcyYWRlOTQxNDYwNDgzMGM2OGE3OTRjOTUzNWQ2YWY2OTJkMDI3ODAxMmU3NjU2Y2NiN2UxZjYxZjYzZjg1LXJpbWctdzEwMDgtaDEwMDAtZGNlZGVmZjYtZ21pcj92PTE3NzYxMDU4NjE.avif - **Categories**: health-wellness - **Event Name**: Time Traveler meet up - **Description**: Time to prove it. - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 27 - **Date**: Wed Aug 19 2026 at 02:20 pm (-07:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nanaimo/time-traveler-meet-up/200029689246923 - **Venue**: Maffeo Sutton Park - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czIvYmFubmVycy84NDg4YWViOWY2ZjBjNDU1M2U2Y2I3ZTZhMzlkZGVmYTJhMDk2OGM3MGVhM2UwNzA0YTUyMWNiYTAzMGE1M2Y3LXJpbWctdzUwMC1oNDAwLWRjMTIwNDE5LWdtaXI_dj0xNzc1NzExODI0.avif - **Categories**: meetups - **Event Name**: minion costume party - **Description**: everyone welcome - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 1 - **Date**: Thu Aug 27 2026 at 09:00 am – Thu Aug 27 2026 at 12:00 pm (-07:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nanaimo/minion-costume-party/200029332762156 - **Venue**: Downtown Nanaimo - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy81NGIwZWUyYzI1YmI5MzJiZmQ4ZWNjYWQzYjBlZjU3MTIyYjMxNTIyNmZkNTEwNDE4NjI2ODdkOTkzMzdjODEwLXJpbWctdzUyNi1oNTI2LWRjZmVjMDJhLWdtaXI_dj0xNzczODYxMzE0.avif - **Categories**: parties, entertainment, costume-parties ## 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 β€œThe Pink Floyd of Folk Music.” Music News Magazine state that there is β€œan 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**: Morgan Wallen at The Port Theatre - BC - **Description**: πŸŽ‰ Welcome to Morgan Wallen at The Port Theatre - BC, where the impossible becomes possible and dreams take flight! πŸ›οΈ Join us at The Port Theatre - BC in the heart of Nanaimo, BC for an - **Venue**: The Port Theatre - BC - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/8e8f59a0-18e6-11f1-ad5a-cbc13ca2151b-rimg-w819-h1024-dc6563a8-gmir.jpg?v=1772751394 - **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 - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/a50edfce003bd4e05d90b442fba17e88b43f50effaa37b4664fa4f7453ff6d0f-rimg-w1080-h1080-dc020202-gmir?v=1776116630 - **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 - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/17f85a8eb5b53f3f0e12b3e9a536be2365ae72fb65aca7332b6e441a112d2935-rimg-w1200-h480-dc151515-gmir?v=1775248424 - **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 - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/4b252c7da9d5369f65cfac71640f93c6f141f0d742e07121aaa37fbd571c1522-rimg-w1080-h1920-dc060507-gmir?v=1776001091 - **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 - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/b6fe818573c59e984f293892c97764b94e6da0ce9a26c5e63242c86eb37d5e99-rimg-w1200-h600-dc444c42-gmir.jpg?v=1770904354 - **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 - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/bf54152dc752a684f5b6bd3b5590f6f78a313405c4890d40f98e408ced5ce6c4-rimg-w1200-h675-dc181f63-gmir?v=1775901597 ## Browse August Events by Date - [August Events Today in Nanaimo](https://allevents.in/nanaimo/august--today) - [August Events This Weekend in Nanaimo](https://allevents.in/nanaimo/august--this-weekend) - [August Events in April in Nanaimo](https://allevents.in/nanaimo/august--april) - [August Events in May in Nanaimo](https://allevents.in/nanaimo/august--may) ## FAQs - **Q**: What are the top August events in Nanaimo? - **A:** Nanaimo Blues Festival 2026 (Thu Aug 06 2026 at 05:00 pm at Maffeo Sutton Park), Coombs Fair (Sat Aug 08 2026 at 09:00 am at 1014 Ford Road, V0R 1M0), Insight Meditation Retreat with Tempel Smith & Jeanne Corrigal [Aug15beth] (Sat Aug 15 2026 at 03:00 pm at Bethlehem Centre), Port Angeles Lefties at Nanaimo NightOwls at Serauxmen Stadium (Fri Jul 31 2026 at 12:00 pm at Serauxmen Stadium), Port Angeles Lefties at Nanaimo NightOwls Baseball at Serauxmen Stadium (Sun Aug 02 2026 at Serauxmen Stadium). - **Q**: How can I find August events in Nanaimo? - **A:** You can discover upcoming August 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 August 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 August events in Nanaimo? - **A:** Some popular venues hosting August events in Nanaimo include Maffeo Sutton Park, 1014 Ford Road, V0R 1M0, Bethlehem Centre. - **Q**: What is the price range for August events in Nanaimo? - **A:** Prices for August events in Nanaimo range from CAD 925 to CAD 2,250. Many events also offer free entry. - **Q**: Who are the top organizers for August events in Nanaimo? - **A:** Popular organizers hosting August events in Nanaimo include Nanaimo Blues Society, Coombs Fair & Fairgrounds, BC Insight Meditation Society. - **Q**: Are there any online August events available? - **A:** Yes, many August 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 August events in Nanaimo? - **A:** Follow the August category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new August events are listed in Nanaimo. ## Category Banner - **Banner Image**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/97/b9649f62a74a808c27cd97123534a4/august.webp - **Mobile Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/b5/4991d30fb74d6981e6f1d3674e9245/august.webp ## Events in August from nearby cities - [Events in August in Gabriola](https://allevents.in/gabriola/august) - [Events in August in Ladysmith](https://allevents.in/ladysmith-bc/august) - [Events in August in Parksville](https://allevents.in/parksville/august) - [Events in August in Crofton](https://allevents.in/crofton-bc/august) - [Events in August in Gibsons](https://allevents.in/gibsons/august) - [Events in August in Qualicum Beach](https://allevents.in/qualicum-beach/august) - [Events in August in Duncan](https://allevents.in/duncan-bc/august) - [Events in August in Salt Spring Island](https://allevents.in/salt-spring-island/august)