# Events & Things To Do On Thanksgiving Weekend In Nanaimo | AllEvents

- **Subtitle**: Experience a memorable Thanksgiving Weekend 2026 in Nanaimo! Enjoy the festive events, traditional turkey feasts, delicious brunch and fall beauty in the vibrant Nanaimo.
- **Category**: Thanksgiving
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Thanksgiving is a traditional annual holiday to celebrate the harvest and other blessings of the past year. Nanaimo transforms into a hub of excitement and warmth during this mega event. Treat your taste buds to sumptuous Thanksgiving feasts at the city's renowned buffets and restaurants. You can also explore captivating Thanksgiving Giveaway 2026 events, with the Thanksgiving parade as a standout annual spectacle. Immerse yourself in this incredible celebration filled with food, fun, and family bonding.

## Thanksgiving Events in Nanaimo

- **Event Name**: FREE Seminar: Cooking with Pumpkins at GARDENWORKS Nanaimo
  - **Description**: Learn all about the gourd-met superstar of the fall season: pumpkin!About this EventFall feasts ahead! Pumpkins are loaded with fibre, vitamin A, and potassium, and more. We’ll explore how to use them in both sweet and sa
  - **Date**: Sat Oct 03 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat Oct 03 2026 at 11:00 am (-07:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nanaimo/free-seminar-cooking-with-pumpkins-at-gardenworks-nanaimo/100001998925451836
  - **Venue**: GARDENWORKS Nanaimo
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  - **Price**: Free
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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**: Art in Action: Live Art & Music
  - **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 2300 Sq. Ft. Gallery at 460 Wallace St. in Nanaimo showcases the work of over 80 Van
  - **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**: 2026 Mid-Autumn Festival & Fireworks in Nanaimo
  - **Description**: ✧ ˚ · . Join us for a delightful celebration including 𝐅𝐈𝐑𝐄𝐖𝐎𝐑𝐊𝐒, traditional festivities, family fun, and moonlit magic at our 𝐅𝐑𝐄𝐄 Mid-Autumn Festival event! This September we are going to 𝐋𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐓 𝐔𝐏 Maffeo Sutton Park with the glow of a thousand lanterns
  - **Venue**: Maffeo Sutton Park Nanaimo Harbour
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- **Event Name**: RockVIU 2026 New Student Orientation
  - **Description**: Kick off the first day of your VIU journey at RockVIU new student orientation on Tuesday, September 8!About this EventExplore the campus, get to know your profs and meet other students in your program!Your day kicks
  - **Venue**: VIU Gymnasium
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- **Event Name**: Fleetwood Magic, The Authentic Tribute to Fleetwood Mac at The Port Theatre
  - **Description**: FLEETWOOD MAGIC: The Authentic Tribute to Fleetwood Mac will perform at The Port Theatre in Nanaimo, BC on Thursday September 17, 2026 at 7:30pm! 

Fleetwood Magic Tribute Show masterfully transports audiences in sound and time through a musical journey p
  - **Venue**: The Port Theatre
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- **Event Name**: 2026 Vancouver Island Exhibition
  - **Description**: The VIEx returns to Beban Park with NEW DATES! September 25th, 26th & 27th, 2026!
Take a thrill ride with West Coast Amusements Midway Rides, Enjoy shows by The Superdogs, West Coast Lumberjack Show, Vancouver Island Pro Wrestlers, and More!
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  - **Venue**: Vancouver Island Exhibition, 2300 Bowen Rd, Nanaimo, British Columbia
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Thanksgiving events in Nanaimo?
  - **A:** FREE Seminar: Cooking with Pumpkins at GARDENWORKS Nanaimo (Sat Oct 03 2026 at 10:00 am at GARDENWORKS Nanaimo).
- **Q**: What are the top free Thanksgiving events in Nanaimo?
  - **A:** FREE Seminar: Cooking with Pumpkins at GARDENWORKS Nanaimo (Sat Oct 03 2026 at 10:00 am at GARDENWORKS Nanaimo).
- **Q**: How can I find Thanksgiving events in Nanaimo?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Thanksgiving 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 Thanksgiving 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 Thanksgiving events in Nanaimo?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Thanksgiving events in Nanaimo include GARDENWORKS Nanaimo.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Thanksgiving events in Nanaimo?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Thanksgiving events in Nanaimo include GARDENWORKS Canada Nanaimo.
- **Q**: Are there any online Thanksgiving events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Thanksgiving 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 Thanksgiving events in Nanaimo?
  - **A:** Follow the Thanksgiving category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Thanksgiving events are listed in Nanaimo.

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