# Summer Camps 2026 Near Nanaimo | Summer 2026 Activities In Nanaimo | AllEvents

- **Subtitle**: Check the listing of best of summer camps 2026 in Nanaimo. Be it a creative artistic summer camp or a sporty adventure one, you can find all the amazing summer camps 2026 happening near Nanaimo here.
- **Category**: Summer Camps
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Keeping your kids all occupied with some really fun and interesting activities, summer camps 2026 in [CITY] sounds like a plan. The activities in the summer camps in [CITY] range from art workshops to adventure treks. One can enroll from all the distinctive events for summer camps and bring out the creative side of their kid or develop their personality with all the intriguing workshops, music classes or thrilling camps. Discover the best of summer camps 2026 happening near you for your kids and help them be one shining star while they work their way through these summer vacay events.

## Summer Camps Events in Nanaimo

- **Event Name**: Freeplay 2026: Acroyoga & Camping
  - **Description**: This year we've added an extra day!  Beat the ferry rush and arrive on Thursday evening!


Welcome to our annual weekend of acro jamming, slacklining, flow arts, paddleboarding,  and connecting with other lovely acroyogi’s! A great nourishing way to end y
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  - **Date**: Thu Sep 10 2026 at 04:00 pm – Sun Sep 13 2026 at 05:00 pm (-07:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nanaimo/freeplay-2026-acroyoga-and-camping/200030243248211
  - **Venue**: 595 Taylor Bay Rd
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  - **Categories**: trips-adventures, camping, festivals, dog, art
- **Event Name**: The Dub Picnic
  - **Description**: The Dub Picnic! 
It's almost time for the free, family friendly reggae dance on Gabriola Island. 

This will be the 5th annual Dub Picnic. 
A free Reggae Dance held every year at the Gabriola Island Commons to celebrate the Summer season and our love for
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  - **Date**: Sat Sep 12 2026 at 02:00 pm – Sat Sep 12 2026 at 10:00 pm (-07:00)
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  - **Venue**: Gabriola Commons
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  - **Categories**: trips-adventures, nonprofit, reggae, farmers-markets, sports, live-music, camping
- **Event Name**: Summer Camp: Mixed Media Studio For Kids (2 Spots Left)
  - **Description**: Clay, Color, Create: Mixed Media Studio for Kids 
August 24 - 28, 2026 - 9 AM - 4 PM, $280  

This camp invites children ages 8–12 to explore clay alongside a mix of other materials like painting, printmaking and collage. Each day includes short demonstra
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  - **Date**: Mon Aug 24 2026 at 09:00 am – Mon Aug 24 2026 at 04:00 pm (-07:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nanaimo/summer-camp-mixed-media-studio-for-kids-2-spots-left/200030239263644
  - **Venue**: 115 Chapel st, Nanaimo, BC, Canada, British Columbia v9r 4h5
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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
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- **Event Name**: Edward Savage's Top 5 Wildlife Photography Tips
  - **Description**: Art Zone Feature Night: My Top 5 Wildlife Photography TipsPresented by Canadian Photographer, Author & Naturalist Guide Edward SavageThursday Night Art Zone – Pacific Arts Market,
  - **Venue**: Pacific Arts Market
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- **Event Name**: Creative Harbour Day
  - **Description**: 🎨 Creative Harbour Day — September 5th | 10am–5pm  Pacific Arts Market – Nanaimo GalleryJoin us for Creative Harbour Day as Nanaimo welcomes a cruise ship carryi
  - **Venue**: Pacific Arts Market
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- **Event Name**: Art in Action: Meet the Artists at Pacific Arts Market
  - **Description**: Join us at Pacific Arts Market for Art in Action, a BC Culture Days celebration featuring live artist demos, meet‑the‑artists, and local music. Our Gallery at 460 Wallace St. in Nanaimo showcases the work of over 80 Vancouver Island artists and makers,
  - **Venue**: Pacific Arts Market
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- **Event Name**: Wire-Wrapping Demo Day with Teresa Carrao
  - **Description**: Join local jewelry artist Teresa Carrao for a special Demo Day at Pacific Arts Market. Teresa will be wire‑wrapping a stunning larimar pendant from the Dominican Republic, using 925 sterling silver square and 1/3 round wire, and creating the piece from
  - **Venue**: Pacific Arts Market
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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
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- **Event Name**: Once Upon a Craft Fair
  - **Description**: Friday 12-7pm 🎄Saturday 10-5pm 🦄Sunday 10-4pm 🎀$5 entry. Come and go as you please for all three days with your wristband. ? 20% of entry goes to local community groups. Check out how much we raised in the past years! ?
  - **Venue**: Beban Park Social Centre
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- **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
  - **Venue**: Bethlehem Centre
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- **Event Name**: BLOW AT HIGH DOUGH THE MUSIC OF THE TRAGICALLY HIP LIVE AT THE QUEEN’S NANAIMO
  - **Description**: BLOW AT HIGH DOUGH
THE MUSIC OF THE TRAGICALLY HIP
LIVE AT THE QUEEN’S NANAIMO
SATURDAY AUGUST 22ND 2026 @ 7PM

A National Celebration of The Tragically Hip & the 10th Anniversary of Their Final Concert

Join us for a special evening honouring
‘Canada
  - **Venue**: The Queen's
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- **Q**: What are the top Summer Camps events in Nanaimo?
  - **A:** Freeplay 2026: Acroyoga & Camping (Thu Sep 10 2026 at 04:00 pm at 595 Taylor Bay Rd), The Dub Picnic (Sat Sep 12 2026 at 02:00 pm at Gabriola Commons), Summer Camp: Mixed Media Studio For Kids (2 Spots Left) (Mon Aug 24 2026 at 09:00 am at 115 Chapel st, Nanaimo, BC, Canada, British Columbia v9r 4h5).
- **Q**: What Summer Camps events are happening in Nanaimo in August 2026?
  - **A:** Summer Camp: Mixed Media Studio For Kids (2 Spots Left) (Mon Aug 24 2026 at 09:00 am at 115 Chapel st, Nanaimo, BC, Canada, British Columbia v9r 4h5).
- **Q**: How can I find Summer Camps events in Nanaimo?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Summer Camps 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 Summer Camps 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 Summer Camps events in Nanaimo?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Summer Camps events in Nanaimo include 595 Taylor Bay Rd, Gabriola Commons, 115 Chapel st, Nanaimo, BC, Canada, British Columbia v9r 4h5.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Summer Camps events in Nanaimo?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Summer Camps events in Nanaimo include Freeplay: Acro Yoga Jam & Camping, Nanaimo Ceramic Arts Studio and Gallery.
- **Q**: Are there any online Summer Camps events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Summer Camps 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 Summer Camps events in Nanaimo?
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